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Florida Encounter


January 24 - 26, 2027 | Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center | Kissimmee, FL
1/24 - 1/26/2027
Duration: 3 Days
Kissimmee, Florida
Gaylord Palms

During your registration process, you can indicate if you are interested in learning more about one of the post-Encounter FAMs offered. Once approved, VISIT FLORIDA's inhouse travel agent will work directly with you to create your travel itinerary. 


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Experience Kissimmee

Extend your Florida Encounter experience with a Kissimmee FAM! 

Discover firsthand what makes Kissimmee a standout meetings destination as you experience our meeting hotels and meeting service partners, enjoy hosted meals, and uncover a few destination surprises along the way.

Visit St. Pete Clearwater

Visit the St. Pete Clearwater area with meeting hotel site visits, a museum tour, a dolphin boat tour and more.



Ocala / Marion County CVB

The Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau three-day Post FAM following Florida Encounter will showcase the destination’s diverse group, meeting, equestrian, cultural, and outdoor offerings.

The itinerary includes tours of key meeting and hotel properties such as World Equestrian Center, The Riding Academy Hotel, Hilton Ocala, Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, and several additional hotels, along with visits to the College of Central Florida’s Vintage Farm, FTBOA, Appleton Museum of Art, Reilly Arts Center, and Silver Springs State Park.

The FAM will also feature hosted meals and receptions, providing planners with opportunities to experience Ocala/Marion County’s hospitality, unique venues, and off-site experiences firsthand.