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Water Contact Warnings Lifted in Coastal Mississippi

Oct. 07, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Anna Roy Public/Media Relations Manager 601-750-8372 anna@coastalmississippi.com Water Contact Warnings Lifted in Coastal Mississippi COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (October 5, 2019) – The mainland beach water contact warnings across Coastal Mississippi have been lifted. The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) issued a statement on October 4, stating that, through its beach monitoring program, water contact warnings have been lifted for all 21 standard beach segments as well as the four nonstandard segments…

Celebrate World Tourism Day with Coastal Mississippi: Friday, September 27, 2019

Sep. 26, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Anna Roy Public/Media Relations Manager 228-388-2993 anna@coastalmississippi.com Celebrate World Tourism Day with Coastal Mississippi: Friday, September 27, 2019 COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (September 26, 2019) – Join Coastal Mississippi in celebrating World Tourism Day, taking place on Friday, September 27, 2019! World Tourism Day is commemorated each year on September 27, with celebrations led by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Its purpose is to foster awareness among the global community of tourism’s…

Coastal Mississippi Wins Best Social Media Strategy and Mississippi Research-In-Action Awards

Sep. 24, 2019

COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (September 24, 2019) – Coastal Mississippi was honored with the Best Social Media Strategy Award and 2019 Mississippi Research-In-Action Award at this year’s Governor’s Conference on Tourism, held in Columbus, Mississippi. The regional convention & visitors bureau also took home the Travel Media Award on behalf of Charles McCool of McCool Travel, who had also been nominated by Coastal Mississippi. According to the Mississippi Tourism Association, Coastal Mississippi was awarded the Best Social Media Strategy Award due to its…

Nikki Moon Appointed as President of Coastal Mississippi Board of Commissioners

Aug. 07, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Anna Roy Public/Media Relations Manager 228-388-2993 anna@coastalmississippi.com Nikki Moon Appointed as President of Coastal Mississippi Board of Commissioners COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (August 7, 2019) – Coastal Mississippi has announced the appointment of Nikki Moon as President of its Board of Commissioners. Moon will lead fellow Coastal Mississippi commissioners, charged with overseeing the promotion of the tri-county region as a tourism and convention destination worldwide. Its mission centers on attracting…

Coastal Mississippi announces Patrick Clay as Digital Content Manager

Aug. 06, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Anna Roy Public/Media Relations Manager 228-388-2993 anna@coastalmississippi.com Coastal Mississippi announces Patrick Clay as Digital Content Manager COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (August 6, 2019) – Coastal Mississippi has announced its latest addition to the Coastal Mississippi Communications and Engagement Department: Patrick Clay, Digital Content Manager. The Coastal Mississippi Communications and Engagement Department is charged with the following: showcasing the vivid, varied character of coastal life through the development…

Water conditions will not dampen your fun in Coastal Mississippi

Jun. 26, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Anna Roy Public/Media Relations Manager 228-388-2993 anna@coastalmississippi.com Water conditions will not dampen your fun in Coastal Mississippi COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (June 26, 2019) – Coastal Mississippi is actively working with agencies dedicated to monitoring the conditions of the Mississippi Sound. The safety of visitors and residents is of the utmost importance, and the official destination marketing organization for the region is dedicated to providing the most timely and accurate information to travelers. As the…

The Secret Coast Summer Savings

Jun. 20, 2019

Coastal Mississippi announces exclusive offers to celebrate the first day of summer COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (June 21, 2019) – School is out, the temperature is rising, and vacation is top of mind. It’s officially summertime and a visit to Coastal Mississippi’s collection of vibrant communities along 62 miles of scenic shoreline should be at the top of your list. Under-the-radar enough to avoid crowds, but brimming with activities for every traveler, there’s never been a better time to visit this hidden gem – also known as The Secret Coast! To…

Coastal Mississippi’s Beau Rivage Wins Atlanta Food & Wine Festival’s PNC “Best of Fest” Competition

Jun. 07, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Anna Roy Public/Media Relations Manager 228-388-2993 anna@coastalmississippi.com Coastal Mississippi’s Beau Rivage Wins Atlanta Food & Wine Festival’s PNC “Best of Fest” Competition COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (June 7, 2019) – The ninth annual Atlanta Food & Wine Festival (AFWF) has announced that Beau Rivage Resort & Casino’s Executive Chef Kristian Wade is this year’s winner of the PNC “Best of the Fest” competition. As part of a collaborative effort between Coastal Mississippi, Visit Mississippi, and Beau Rivage Resort &…

Rob Stinson Appointed to Coastal Mississippi Board of Commissioners

Jun. 03, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Anna Roy Public/Media Relations Manager 228-388-2993 anna@coastalmississippi.com Rob Stinson Appointed to Coastal Mississippi Board of Commissioners COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (June 3, 2019) – Coastal Mississippi has announced the appointment of Rob Stinson to its Board of Commissioners by the Harrison County Board of Supervisors. Appointed by Supervisor Beverly Martin, Stinson joins his fellow Coastal Mississippi commissioners – charged with overseeing the promotion of the tri-county region as a tourism and convention…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Coastal Mississippi Showcases The Secret Coast to Industry Professionals

May. 20, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Anna Roy Public/Media Relations Manager 228-388-2993 anna@coastalmississippi.com Coastal Mississippi Showcases The Secret Coast to Industry Professionals COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (May 20, 2019) – This week, Coastal Mississippi will be hosting three familiarization (FAM) trips, showcasing the region to media, meetings and conventions professionals, and leisure sales representatives from across the nation. Continuing the momentum since the launch of the destination’s new brand and campaign, Coastal Mississippi: The Secret…

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