Jacksonville to Host FSAE Annual Conference - Next week, for the first time, Jacksonville will be hosting the Florida Society of Association Executive's Annual Conference - the largest in the Association's history. Over 500 of Florida's association executives will be in attendance. This is an excellent opportunity to show off our city to decision makers from around the state and convince them to plan their future meetings here!

#jaxarthunt Begins - Visit Jacksonville has partnered with innovative local artist and muralist Jason Tetlak for an interactive art project. The JAX ART HUNT kicks off Saturday, July 6. For the next 11 days, 20 pieces of a large mural created by Tetlak will be hidden in locations across the city for art lovers to find. Clues to the pieces will be found daily at Visit Jacksonville’s Instagram account @Visit_Jax. Once all the pieces are uncovered they will reveal a hidden message. Follow us on Instagram for updates.

The Jacksonville Landing Update - This week, Mayor Curry told reporters the city will put out a request for proposals to determine the best future use for the property after demolition is completed at the end of 2019. 

The city has contracted with Plant City-based D.H Griffin Wrecking Co Inc. to demolish the closed shopping center starting in September. City officials say the demolition should be complete by the end of December. More from The Daily Record.

AAA is updating its Florida travel guides and you have the chance to be featured in them. All Jacksonville attractions now have the opportunity to apply to be rated and appear in their coverage. Submit your application here.

Help for Travelers - Did you know Visit Jacksonville has 3 visitor centers available 7 days a week to provide information on all that Jacksonville offers to see and do? Our largest center is located Downtown at 208 N Laura Street and offers our 360 degree video display. Feel like you are fishing on the river or getting a surfing lesson in the Atlantic Ocean with this virtual reality display! At the airport, we have a center downstairs just before baggage claim. Our third center is located at the Beaches Museum, 381 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach. This center has the added bonus of a free museum all about the history of the Beaches area! 

Our Destination Specialists are also available via phone (800-733-2668) or email (visitorinfo@visitjacksonville.com). Be sure to mention this to your guests. Our friendly staff can provide useful tips and information to make their stay “easier in Jax.”