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Tourism officials are slightly lowering expectations through the middle of 2022 for Canadian and overseas travelers, along with looking at the impact on the state's economy.

The requirements set by the Biden administration take effect Nov. 8 and cover approved vaccines, exceptions for the unvaccinated and protocols after arrival.

The guidance is nonbinding, and U.S. travelers should expect a mishmash of travel rules across the continent.

Cruise companies are starting to announce that more ships will resume sailing this summer, but that’s not the case yet at Port Tampa Bay.

Businesses on and near Pinellas beaches are bracing for crowds all while attempting to follow safety regulations to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Sen. Marco Rubio and 17 of the state’s 27 U.S. House members - Republicans and Democrats - sent a letter to the federal agency to say the influx of winter vistors strained the supply of coronavirus vaccines.

Panama City Beach is limiting the number of people who may gather together on the sand during spring break. It's the only pandemic-related restriction in place at the start of the busy month for tourism.

A recent AAA survey found enthusiasm for travel is still down almost a year into the coronavirus pandemic.

Visit Florida reports a 34% drop in yearly visitors in 2020, and the lowest annual total since 2010.

Mayor Teri Johnston withdrew the curfew proposal but says she wants the business community to work with the city to get tourists to wear masks and practice social distancing.