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Fantasy of Flight General Manager Honored with “Innovative Marketing Award” from Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing |
POLK CITY, Fla. (June 5, 2009) – Fantasy of Flight General Manager Kim Long recently was recognized by her hospitality and tourism industry peers with the “Innovative Marketing Award” from Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing. The awards luncheon took place recently as part of National Tourism Week.
"Kim Long is an industry leader and it is a pleasure to work with her as a tourism partner. In today's market, innovative marketing is more important then ever and Kim has the ability to think outside the box to attract new business and keep returning visitors coming back," said Mark Jackson, Polk County tourism and sports marketing director, who was at the luncheon presenting the awards.
The experienced marketer also was lauded for her attendance-building marketing campaign in conjunction with the inaugural season of the Central Florida Collegiate Invitational at Polk County’s new Lake Myrtle Sports Complex. Long and her staff created a limited-edition baseball-themed patch that was given to tournament spectators and participants who visited Fantasy of Flight during their stay. She advertised the patch in the tournament program, supporting the new sports complex and driving attendance to the attraction. Long also serves on the board of the Florida Attractions Association. “We have always recognized and appreciated Kim’s creativity and hard work but it is truly gratifying to see that her peers in the hospitality and marketing industries also recognize her talents,” said Kermit Weeks, founder and creator of Fantasy of Flight. “She is a true asset to Fantasy of Flight and we are proud to celebrate this achievement with her.”
Long, who was traveling out of state and was not able to attend the luncheon, was nevertheless honored by the award. “I have always felt fortunate to have a career that I love and now, to be recognized by my colleagues for that passion is just amazing,” said Long. “All of us in Polk County and in Central Florida are partners in the tourism effort and I am proud to work with so many other outstanding marketing and business professionals.”
During the luncheon, Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing also recognized several hospitality-industry employees for their excellent service as well as awarding Grant Piche of the Texas Cattle Company with The Community Partner Award. Polk County Tourism employs more than 17,000 people in Polk County and visitors spend more than $1.1 billion annually in the Polk County community.
Fantasy of Flight is an aviation-themed attraction showcasing vintage aircraft from the world’s largest private collection; themed immersion experiences; flight simulators; interactive exhibits; a tram tour of aircraft maintenance areas; Restoration and Backlot tours; Fun with Flight center for families and an Aerial Demonstration of the Day (weather permitting). Recent additions to Fantasy of Flight attractions include The Tuskegee Airmen – They Dared to Fly exhibit; the multimedia tribute to the WASP (Women Airforce Service Pilots) – A Passionate Pursuit and a walking audio tour. Hours are 10 am - 5 pm daily. General admission is $28.95 for adults, $26.95 for seniors ages 55 and over and $14.95 for children, ages 6-15, plus 7 percent sales tax. Annual passes are available for $69.95 for adults, $39.95 for children ages 6–15, plus 7 percent sales tax, and are good for one year from the date of purchase. Hot air balloon rides and biplane rides are available for an extra charge. For more information about Fantasy of Flight, call 1-863-984-3500 or visit www.fantasyofflight.com. ### |
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