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Travel–Tourism

By Louis Llovio
December 15, 2023

Four years after breaking ground, Port Charlotte resort is open

Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor, which has seen major delays from a pandemic to particularly crippling hurricane since breaking ground, is set to open — with fanfare and hope atop the menu.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Louis Llovio
December 5, 2023

After major delays, Port Charlotte resort restaurants take dinner reservations

Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor has begun booking tables at two restaurants ahead of its planned opening Dec. 15.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Mark Gordon
November 30, 2023

Celebrity-infused resort completes $35M post-Ian renovation of its spa

The Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa has reopened after what officials call a “top-to-bottom” $35 million renovation project — driven by suffering major damage from Hurricane Ian.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Mark Gordon
November 24, 2023

Naples theaters, long a boon for the region, are primed for a big year

After taming numerous challenges, two nonprofit theater organizations are getting in a position to wow audiences with $90 million in new facilities.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Jim Stinson
November 23, 2023

Tampa Bay RV company boosts its Arizona business

Seffner-based RV giant Lazydays acquired Orangewood RV Center of Surprise, Arizona.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
November 18, 2023

In post-Ian milestone, new Jimmy Buffett-themed resort ready for guests

A new property is set to open on Fort Myers Beach, with Margaritaville Beach Resort accepting reservations for stays starting Dec. 21.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Brian Hartz
November 17, 2023

Pioneering cigar company progresses on Ybor hotel conversion project

The family behind J.C. Newman Cigar Co. in Tampa has its eyes on a unique boutique hotel project — now that's it gotten past the bats.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
November 16, 2023

Area airports land new nonstop routes to DC, North Dakota

Allegiant Air has added a nonstop route from Washington, D.C., to Punta Gorda Airport in Charlotte County.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Jim Stinson
November 16, 2023

ZooTampa's $125M in projects sets up 2024 as the year of more

ZooTampa plans manatee visiting rooms, stingray feeding areas and even human weddings among the mammals.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Louis Llovio
November 15, 2023

Naples resort and water park owners plan to welcome guests by next fall

As crews continue to work on Great Wolf Lodge South Florida and its myriad offerings, the hope is that it can open earlier than expected.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Jim Stinson
November 14, 2023

Tampa RV firm, in first-of-its-kind-deal, partners with luxury brand

Bowlus, a maker of luxury recreational vehicles, has signed an exclusive national partnership with Lazydays.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
November 10, 2023

Fort Myers airport debuts new nonstops, including Toronto, New Orleans

Three new routes have launched in November at Southwest Florida International Airport.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Jim Stinson
November 8, 2023

Tampa airport lands four new routes, including a Vermont ski mecca

Tampa International Airport announces four nonstop routes to the north.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Louis Llovio
November 2, 2023

Long-delayed Port Charlotte resort gets December opening date

Allegiant Travel Co. announces in an earnings statement that Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor will finally open by the end of the year.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Carter Weinhofer
November 1, 2023

Luxury resort manager details how property will create town's 'living room’

St. Regis Longboat Key General Manager Winfred Van Workum sheds light on the service and amenities needed to make it a Forbes Five-Star property.

Manatee-Sarasota

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