Talkin' Tourism

Monday, June 15, 2009

June 12: Artificial reef talk and show recap

Today, Talkin' Tourism host Gary Guertin and co-host Robin Hicks-Connors got in “real deep” with guests John Burke, president and founder of the Martin County Artificial Reef Foundation, and Kerry Dillion, a professional commercial diver.

After a period of dormancy during the 1990’s, effort to 'kick start' Martin County’s artificial reef program is now in full gear. John provides an overview of the current program and efforts to bring more ships to serve a 'second' life as 'marine habitat enhancer' that contributes to our fishing and diving resources.

Do you know what a reef-tiree is? Kerry Dillion describes the who, and what of how Martin County’s Artificial Reef began.

Still feeling the benefits of ten days on the beautiful island of Tortola, Gary shares a few 'Tall Tales from Tortola' and connects the dots or the Tortola/Treasure Coast Connection and his impressions as a visitor to the British Virgin Islands.

What are you doing this weekend? Robin advises on her top picks from around the Treasure Coast.

Listen to the show HERE, have fun and thank a visitor for helping to keep tourism strong on the Treasure Coast!

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Tales from the BVI and “fish condos” along our beaches

Talkin Tourism is back from the BVI with tall tales and great stories about ten days in paradise.

Listen as host Gary Guertin shares some of the adventures shared by Tortola Lola and “Radioman” during their stay.

“Being a tourist for a change gave new insight as to why everyone involved in tourism on the Treasure Coast needs to continue to focus on becoming a truly fun visitor-oriented destination if we are truly to succeed in our efforts," shared Guertin.

Old navy ships have been deployed for some time along the Treasure Coast serving as “structure” and habitat for marine life as artificial reefs.

Tune in tomorrow, Friday June 12, and meet John Burke, founder and president of the Martin County Artificial Reef Fund along with Kerry Dillion, a professional commercial diver who has played a major role in monitoring past sunken ships as they begin service a “second life” as a marine life habitat or fish condo!

Continuing support of the deployment of artificial reefs along the Treasure Coast will help support the growth of the “diver tourists” seeking a unique underwater adventure.

Saturday, June 6, 2009

BVI Show Summary

First ever LIVE remote a success….and fun-rum-filled adventure (just ask the crew in the photo)!

A Talkin' Tourism on Florida’s Treasure Coast first effort at a LIVE remote promoting Summer Travel Destinations and Value’s was a success. Broadcasting from the Jolly Roger Inn and Restaurant, Soper’s Hole, West End in the BVI, host Gary Guertin and co-host Malcolm “Manpot” Boyes introduced the listening audience to several island “characters” who described why YOU should consider traveling to the beautiful British Virgin Islands.

Whether you are a landlubber needing the comfort of a hillside villa or a yachtie seeking to spend a week or more sailing in the Yachting Capitol of the World, Tortola and the rest of the BVI have what you are looking for at fabulous summer rates.

Listen to the show and hear how Malcolm’s “Island Name” became Manpot…what unique historical sites await your visit….is it really cooler in the Caribbean in the summer than South Florida…what “lucky” African Grey parrot has sailed over 40,000 miles with Captain Rick aboard Sophisticated Lady…and a whole lot more.

After listening to the show, you will want to pack your bags and head to the British Virgin Islands…Natures Little Secrets. As they say in the islands, “I go to come back." Download the show HERE.

To learn more about the Aaron Well''s Cancer Benefit at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre on Sunday, June 14, visit Aaron's site on Facebook or MySpace, purchase tickets at http://www.jupitertheatre.org/ or e-mail aaronbenefit@gmail.com.

Next week's show (Friday, June 12) will focus on diving and artificial reefs along Florida's Treasure Coast.