COMMUNICATIONS
Media Hot Leads Program:
We are launching a MEDIA HOT LEADS PROGRAM, designed to share media requests for your input directly and in real time. Our PR agency, TURNER, will be sharing media requests with you though this dedicated email program, and you will be able to directly submit your information for media consideration. Please note, submitting your information is not a guarantee that you will be included in editorial coverage, but ensures you are considered for inclusion.
Each email will detail the media request, as well as any special requirements from the journalist. Some of the leads might not be relevant to all our tourism partners, but the program will enable you to more easily share your news when relevant and could potentially result in additional media coverage. Please feel free to have any of your team, or PR agency partners, sign up to receive the media leads to ensure your ability to respond.
Here are a few past leads to give you an example of the type that will be shared with you through this program:
- https://mailchi.mp/9c3c21e94abe/hotleads-3340126
- https://mailchi.mp/eabda2ab5f4d/hotleads-3337614
- https://mailchi.mp/c344f73b2447/hotleads-3335178
- https://mailchi.mp/062fc3074500/hotleads-3333734
- https://mailchi.mp/ae67d17bec0d/hotleads-3330510
If you are interested, please sign up to receive this email communication here. You are able to opt-out at any time.
We’re looking forward to utilizing this new and streamlined process to ensure we can share all of South Walton’s stories with the press. If you have questions about the program, please contact Patti Blake, PR & design specialist, at Patti@visitsouthwalton.com.
2021 South Walton Artist of the Year:
Visit South Walton recently announced Chandler Williams, owner of Modus Photography, as its 2021 South Walton Artist of the Year. Through this annual program, the TDC promotes the destination's thriving art community while placing the spotlight on one talented artist. To read more about Williams, CLICK HERE.
2021 Perfect in South Walton Award Winners:
Visit South Walton would like to congratulate the winners of our 2021 Perfect in South Walton Awards, which are voted upon by visitors and locals alike. This year, a total of 42,097 votes were tallied. For a complete list of winners, CLICK HERE.
2020 Van Ness Butler Jr. Hospitality Award Winner:
Visit South Walton has honored Chef Jim Shirley as its 2020 Van Ness Butler Jr. Hospitality Award Winner. The award recognizes excellence in the hospitality, service, travel/tourism, advertising and promotion industries, as well as contributions to the local community. To read more about Shirley, CLICK HERE.
South Walton in the News:
South Walton was featured in many high-profile publications recently, including Southern Living, Modern Luxury Weddings (Atlanta, Philadelphia, South Florida and The Caribbean), Ocean Home, Islands, Meetings Today, Memphis Magazine, UPROXX and Budget Travel. Examples of these press mentions can be found below, and a complete list is available HERE.
- Southern Living: Pet-Friendly Beaches and Parks
- Modern Luxury Weddings (Atlanta, Philadelphia, South Florida and The Caribbean): Keep Calm and Marry On!
- Ocean Home: 10Lux Beachfront Hotels and Resorts Opening in January/February 2021
- Islands: Best Beaches in the Florida Panhandle
- Meetings Today: Upgrades and Openings and Fantasy Land
- Memphis Magazine: Should Florida's 30A Be Next On Your Pandemic-Safe Travel List?
- UPROXX: We Asked Bartenders For Their Favorite Whiskeys Under $100
- Budget Travel: Outdoor Holiday Celebrations Around the United States
Press Release Round-Up:
Recent press releases include:
- What's New in South Walton Winter 2021
- 2021 Perfect in South Walton Award Winners
- 2021 South Walton Artist of the Year
- 2020 Van Ness Butler Jr. Award winner
- Underwater Museum of Art sculpture deployment
You can view these releases, and others, on the Visit South Walton website HERE.
Does your business have a new menu, maybe a new location/offering or have you recently renovated? We'd love to know "What's New" at your business. Please email Patti Blake, PR & Design Specialist, at Patti@visitsouthwalton.com.
Update Your Business Listing:
Are you taking advantage of the free business listings on our website? CLICK HERE to review your information and see if there are updates you'd like to make. If you are a visitor facing business in South Walton and you don't have a listing, we'd be more than happy to help you create one.
Please contact Haley Horkman, our database and web specialist, at Haley@visitsouthwalton.com if you need assistance.
COVID-19 Efforts:
In light of COVID-19, the Communications team has created and is constantly updating a COVID-19 Travel Updates web page linked from our Visit South Walton homepage. Here, you’ll find information on current rules and regulations in place, as well as how to assist local businesses, which businesses are offering special services during this time, updates on restaurants and events, travel safety information, and opportunities to interact with South Walton virtually for those not yet ready to travel.
Please contact us with anything we can do to help during the current situation or if there's any information about your business(es) we can update. You can email Lisa Foster, industry relations specialist, at Lisa@visitsouthwalton.com with your information.
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