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This report provides an in-depth analysis of Citrus County's tourism metrics from September to December 2013. Key findings include a significant increase in overnight visitors and a rise in lodging occupancy rates. Visitors' demographics show that 75% had reservations prior to arrival, and 84.8% plan to return. The majority of visitors also explored other parts of Florida during their stay. This data underscores the importance of Citrus County as a travel destination and highlights effective communication strategies for attracting tourists.
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Citrus County Tourism Fall 2013 Presented to: Citrus County Tourist Development Council Research Data Services, Inc. March 17, 2014
Key Visitor Metrics(Sep – Dec. 2013)(Overnight Visitors Staying in Commercial Lodging) +4.5% +7.6% +7.6%
Key Visitor Metrics(Sep – Dec 2013)(Overnight Visitors Staying in Commercial Lodging)
Occupancy * 2012 STR update.
Average Daily Rate (ADR) * 2012 STR update.
Visitor Origin Distribution(Based on Lodging Property Responses Sep - Dec ‘13)
Group/Transient(Based on Lodging Property Responses Sep – Dec ‘13)
Information Sources Consulted to Plan Florida Travel (Multiple Response)
2013 Multipoint Vacationers 68.5% of visitors are also visiting other places in Florida on this trip (Sep – Dec 2012: 72.8%). 31.5%of visitors are only visiting Citrus County on this trip (Sep – Dec 2012: 27.2%).
Have Lodging Reservations (2013)(Staying in Commercial Lodging) 75.0% of commercial accommodations visitors have lodging reservations before they arrive(Sep – Dec 2012: 68.4%).
Satisfaction/Plan to Return 84.8%of visitors plan to return to the area.