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Florida Releases New Agritourism App
Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through Visit Florida's website.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - With interest in agritourism on the rise, Visit Florida has released a new smartphone app that makes it easier for travelers to find the state’s numerous farms, ranches, and vineyards. The free app also includes a comprehensive farm guide, u-pick opportunities, seasonal produce calendar, and a list of more than 100 agricultural events taking place throughout the state. Within the app, users can browse venue information, navigate to farms, and RSVP for events, as well as creating a personalized list of favorite farms that will update with new events and activities.
In a press release announcing the app launch, Ken Lawson, President & CEO of Visit Florida said, "Agritourism has become more and more popular as visitors seek off-the-beaten-path adventures. In 2017, Florida welcomed 116.5 million visitors, many of whom enjoyed our state's agricultural attractions such as such as u-pick farms, ranches, vineyards, and more. Through the Florida Agritourism app, travelers from around the globe will be able to discover and enjoy authentic Florida experiences offered by our state's agritourism operations."
The free Florida Agritourism mobile app is available for Android and iOS devices. To find out more about Florida’s agritourism opportunities, go to www.VISITFLORIDA.com.
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