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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA)— Florida broke its own record, welcoming a record-breaking amount of travelers in the second quarter of 2025, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced.
Florida welcomed 34.4 million travelers in the second quarter of 2025, making this the all-time high for second-quarter visitors.
“Florida continues to lead the way as the nation’s top travel destination,” said DeSantis. “People from all over the world come to the Free State of Florida to take advantage of our top-tier attractions, great weather, and our commitment to public safety. Today’s record numbers are a testament to the work we’ve done to make Florida the most appealing state to visit in the nation.”
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According to DeSantis, domestic travelers accounted for 91.5 percent of total visitation, with 31.5 million Americans visiting the state.
Overseas visitation rose by 11.4 percent over the year to hit 2.3 million, and an additional 640,000 Canadian’s visited Florida.
“Florida’s tourism industry is strong thanks to strong state leadership under Governor DeSantis as a top destination for families,” said Bryan Griffin, President and CEO of VISIT FLORIDA. “We are committed to keeping Florida the destination of choice for visitors from across the country and around the world as we promote our world-class amenities, unique natural and historical sites, and family-oriented opportunities.”
