Tourist Development Tax collection showed a 14.69% increase in South Walton for April 2022 compared with the previous year. Total collections for April 2022 were $5,657,023.91.

The Tourist Development Tax, or bed tax, is a five percent tax collected on hotels, condos, and other short-term rentals south of Choctawhatchee Bay. It is the best way to gauge visitation and demand trends in South Walton. The revenue supports tourism marketing and beach operations efforts, including cleaning and maintaining beaches, lifeguards, destination improvements, and preservation initiatives.

Tourist Development Tax collection on short-term rental accommodations north of the Choctawhatchee Bay totaled $26,581.70 for April 2022.

The Tourist Development Tax, or bed tax, is a two percent tax collected on hotels, condos, and other short-term rentals north of the Choctawhatchee Bay. It is the best way to gauge visitation and demand trends.

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As part of National Travel and Tourism Week, the Walton County Tourism Department released its annual report for CY2021, which paints the picture of how the tourism economy in Walton County supports the community. CLICK HERE to learn more. 

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