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DeSantis Defends Florida Tourism Against Ford's Claims

12/16/2025

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Ron DeSantis, Florida Governor, countered Ontario Premier Doug Ford's claim that Florida tourism is suffering, saying the state is on track for record numbers.
Ford said he would not visit Florida this winter, arguing the state is hurting.
DeSantis noted Florida remains the top travel destination, attracting millions of visitors globally.
In the first half of 2025, Florida recorded 75.6 million visitors, despite a decline in Canadian visitors.

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Ron DeSantis, Florida Governor, countered Ontario Premier Doug Ford's claim that Florida tourism is suffering, saying the state is on track for record numbers.
Ford said he would not visit Florida this winter, arguing the state is hurting.
DeSantis noted Florida remains the top travel destination, attracting millions of visitors globally.
In the first half of 2025, Florida recorded 75.6 million visitors, despite a decline in Canadian visitors.