Big Numbers on the Coast for New Year’s Eve
Gulf Coast hotel and casinos have seen a spike this year in people wanting to spend their New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day right here on the Coast.
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Two New Hotels Headed to Downtown Biloxi
More than ten years after Hurricane Katrina, the old Santa Maria Del Mar retirement home is transforming into a brand new hotel.
Tourism Plans for the Coast
If you build it, they will come and hopefully stay longer.
Summer Tourism Hotspots
Today is not the official last day of summer but for some people, Labor Day weekend is the final hoorah of the summer season.
More Money Requested for Tourism
Tourism is a large economic driver for the state, particularly here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Cleaning Up for Tourism
Today, beautification and tourism leaders met in Biloxi to discuss ways everyone can make our Coast beautiful.
Ocean Springs to Allow Short Term Rentals
An ordinance to regulate short term rentals is finally in place in Ocean Springs. But not everyone is on board with the idea.
July 4th Weekend Sparks Tourism
For the Fourth of July weekend, business picked back up to normal.
City Plans to Open a Waterpark Resort on Casino Magic Property
Since Hurricane Katrina, the property where Casino Magic once was has sat dormant, but today plans were brought forth to bring it back to life.
Department Of Marine Resources Announced Plans to Build a Pier to Deer Island
Today, the secretary of state and the Department of Marine Resources shared details to build a pier that will give everyone access to this historic barrier island
Jackson County Voters Have Approved the Tourism Tax
Jackson County voters have approved a 2% tourism tax. Residents took to the polls today on the issue, which received an overwhelming support by voters. Roughly 71% were in favor versus 28.89% against it.
Tourism Tax Election Takes Place Tomorrow
Tomorrow, Jackson County residents will head to the polls to vote on a 2% tax on tourism.
Tourism Tax Looks to Increase Visitors to the Coast
Tourism is an important part of the Gulf Coast’s economy and a proposed tax in Jackson County will help more people than ever before find their way to South Mississippi as a vacation destination.
Shrimping Season Brings Tourists to the Gulf Coast
The shrimp boats returned to their docks today, heavy with Mississippi Gulf Coast shrimp, and dozens of locals and tourists made their way to the harbor to take home some of the best the Gulf Coast has to offer.
State of Gaming in Mississippi
The state of tourism in Mississippi has been slowly fighting its way back ever since Hurricane Katrina and experts say things are looking up.
National Tourism Week
This week is National Travel and Tourism Week, which is important to us here on the coast as a tourist destination.
Gulfport Alley to be Transformed Into Artsy Destination
Tuesday, the Gulfport City Council gave city developers the green light to move forward with a project they're tentatively calling Fishbone Alley.
Gulfport-Biloxi Airport Partners with Seasonal Air Service
A new seasonal airline service from Minnesota could bring more visitors to the Gulf Coast.
Gulf Coast CVB Aims to Expand Tourism on the Coast
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau (C.V.B.) is currently underfunded and trying to expand its efforts from primarily Harrison County to both Hancock and Jackson Counties.
Moss Point Considers Hotel Tax to Give Jackson Co. a Say in Coast Tourism
A vote from the Moss Point City Council could eventually affect anyone traveling to Jackson County.
Locals Take Home Coveted Covey Awards Tues. Night
Men and women all arrived in their best attire, excited for the awards to get started.
Observer's Covey Awards Take Place at the Beau Tues. Night
The awards show takes place each year, where the locals choose the best talent, food, and services the Gulf Coast has to offer.
Ocean Springs Unveiling App to Increase Tourism
Dining, nightlife, and shopping are just some of the things that will be available on a new app that will help connect tourists and residents to everything Ocean Springs has to offer.
Biloxi City Council Discusses Improvements to Vieux Marche
The Biloxi City Council held a special meeting Tuesday to discuss road improvements in the Vieux Marche.