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Kara on Substack
AI Agents 101 and the Question I Couldn't Stop Asking
The Florida Keys needed an AI conversation. So we started one. (Kara Franker, Substack, Feb. 23, 2026)
Grant Funding
Funding Application Information
It's TDC grant funding season! Get the details, informational workshops and application deadlines for destination & turnkey event, fishing event, cultural event, and capital brick & mortar funding grants for FY27.
Press Release
February is Anything but Ordinary in the Florida Keys
Island flavors, cultural celebrations, and world-class fishing set the tone for a magnificent month (Visit Florida Keys Press Release, January 26, 2026)
Tourism Partner Resources
Thought Leadership & Tourism Innovation from Kara Franker
- AI Agents 101 and the Question I Couldn't Stop Asking (Substack, 2/23/26)
- The Year That Changed How I Lead (Substack, 1/26/26)
- Beyond the Influencer: Building Destination Brands Through Coordinated Partnerships (Substack, 12/10/25)
- The Florida Keys Grew While U.S. Travel Declined. Here’s How. (Substack, 11/24/25)
- Show Me the ROI: How Four Pennies Power the Florida Keys Tourism Economy (Substack, 11/7/25)
- The Uncertainty Advantage: Turning National Hesitation into Opportunity in The Florida Keys (Substack, 10/20/25)
- Travel Interrupted: Why Federal Shutdowns Matter in the Florida Keys (Substack, 10/1/25)
- AI Agents, Florida Fishing Guides and the Future of Destination Data (Substack, 9/24/25)
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AI Agents & the Future of Hotel Marketing in The Florida Keys (Substack, 9/18/25)
All Substack articles from Kara Franker - subscribe on Substack to get the latest!
Market Research & Data Reports
- Monthly Summary Report (Dec 2025)
- Monthly Summary Report (Nov 2025)
- Monthly Summary Report (Oct 2025)
- Monthly Summary Report (Sept 2025)
- Florida Keys Hotel Forecast
- 2024 Visitor Profile Study
- 2024 Tourism Report – Datafy
- Examining the LGBTQ+ Market
- Benefits of a Tourism Economy
- Four-Penny Revenue Report (Dec 2025)
- Economic Impact Study – Monroe County
- CBRE Hotels Research FL Keys Forecast
- Affluent Traveler Brand Perception Study
Partner Training
- AI Agents: What Every Tourism Business Needs to Know (video) + presentation notes - by Kara Franker
- Recovery Lodging site training & information for property/accommodation teams
- Destinations Florida’s DMO Training videos – designed for Destination Marketing Organization employees, board members, lawmakers and newcomers to the tourism industry
Videos, Photos, Press Releases
- Media Room – see the latest press releases from the TDC/Visit Florida Keys
- Video recordings – TDC presentations and industry events (YouTube)
- Event photos – see yourself & Visit Florida Keys/TDC staff at local events (Flickr)
Jobs In The Keys
Visit Florida Keys Marketing Plan FY2025-2026
This year's Marketing Plan outlines the priorities, programs, and accountability measures for Visit Florida Keys to manage the marketing and promotional responsibilities of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council (TDC).
The Value of Tourism in the Florida Keys & Key West
Information about where TDC funding comes from and what it supports throughout our community
Monroe County Tourism: Legislative Updates
Resources and updates about bills potentially impacting Florida Keys tourism and the TDC
DACs & Advisory Committees
Information for those serving on our District Advisory, Cultural, Fishing & Dive & Eco-tourism Committees. Training, meeting schedules, applications for open seats, and important documents.
Partner Participation Advertising
See the latest advertising opportunities where our industry partners can participate, and get in touch with us to be included.
Current Travel Safety Information
For The Locals
Visitor Guides & Brochures
Need Website or Event Updates?
We're excited to share our new website!
The site now has complimentary listings for all tourism-related organizations in The Florida Keys & Key West, so you'll likely find your business as you are browsing through the site. If you'd like to make an update to your image, description or details, please email us at partners@fla-keys.com. If you are a new business and need a listing, please complete the Partner Information Form.
Have a tourism event you'd like us to list on the Events calendar? Complete the Event Submission Form below.
FOR MORE ABOUT THE MONROE COUNTY TOURISM DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
See meeting agendas, job openings, policies, board members and documentation on the TDC page on Monroe County’s official website.
Contact the team at partners@fla-keys.com
