Fort Myers, Florida -- Visitors to The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel in southwest Florida have always enjoyed its relaxed, friendly atmosphere, but now it’s even more social. The Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau (VCB) joined the world of social media with the launch of a Facebook Fan Page and Twitter account. Both soft-launched at the beginning of 2010 and have steadily grown with increased enthusiasm from past, present and future visitors to The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel as well as the tourism industry as a whole.

Lake Wales, Florida -- Tickets are on sale for the 20th annual Concert Under the Stars with the Imperial Symphony Orchestra (ISO) at Bok Tower Gardens on May 1 at 7:30 p.m. Mustang Sally and The Hamjos will perform old-time and traditional Appalachian music during the pre-show beginning at 5:30 p.m. Also new this year, concert tickets include general Gardens’ admission so guests may enter anytime during the day for picnics. Call 863-734-1222 or visit www.boktowergardens.org for tickets and more information.

Kissimmee, Florida -- The Kissimmee CVB is partnering with radio stations in markets throughout the United States to award two getaway vacations worth $4000 to lucky winners in celebration of Mother’s Day. Billed as the “Give Mom a Florida Kiss” promotion, the Mother’s Day weekend getaway for 2 includes roundtrip airfare and complimentary rental car, a three-night stay at Kissimmee’s Gaylord Palms Resort, and one-day admission to the Walt Disney World Resort.  While staying at the Gaylord Palms, the winner will be treated to a Relache Spa treatment, Mother’s Day brunch for two, and dinner for two at the Old Hickory Restaurant.

Naples, Florida -- A new Fairfield Inn & Suites opened in Naples September 1st. Located next to the Springhill Suites is located just off I-75 at Collier Blvd. (Exit 101), the gateway to Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades. It has 109 rooms and suites, an outdoor heated pool, complimentary hot breakfast and high-speed Internet access.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida -- Did you know that over 49.4 million Americans are vacation deprived, and 34 percent of employed U.S. adults don't use their vacation days? These dismal statistics are according to the 2009 Vacation Deprivation Survey conducted by Expedia.com*. The study also showed that despite earning the least amount of annual vacation days, Americans leave an average of three of those precious days unused. The end result: a nation seriously in need of relaxation and rejuvenation.