What is Talking Tourism in West Volusia?

At West Volusia Tourism, we believe the best way to share a destination is to experience it firsthand and tell the story in your own genuine voice.

The Talking Tourism Ambassador Program is designed for content creators, storytellers and experience seekers who want to explore everything West Volusia has to offer and bring their audience along for the journey.

You do not have to live here to apply. You just need to love discovering new places, trying local flavors and capturing authentic moments.

  • As an Ambassador, you will have opportunities to:

    • Participate in curated local experiences

    • Attend vibrant local events, art festivals and special activities

    • Explore historic downtowns, the CoolCraft Beverage Trail and natural springs

    • Capture and share the destination in your own authentic, unposed style

    • Help showcase exactly what makes West Volusia worth visiting

    This is a collaborative partnership built on creativity, connection and community impact.

  • Whether you create as a:

    • Solo creator

    • Couple

    • Family

    • Friend group

    • Empty nesters

    • Adventure buddies

    There is a place for you here! We welcome creators across all niches, including:

    • Travel creators

    • Foodies and craft beverage enthusiasts (perfect for the CoolCraft Beverage Trail)

    • Nature and outdoor adventurers (ready to explore the springs and the St. Johns River)

    • Shoppers and boutique lovers (ideal for historic downtowns)

    • Lifestyle influencers

    • Event and arts creators (great for capturing the Fall Festival of the Arts)

    • Photography and videography creators (especially those with an authentic, documentary style)

    • Bloggers and writers

    • Micro influencers and established influencers

    Big audience or small audience, it is about authentic engagement and meaningful storytelling. If your content inspires people to explore, experience or try something new, we want to connect!

  • Talking Tourism Ambassadors receive:

    • Invitations to curated West Volusia experiences, from behind the scenes tours on the CoolCraft Beverage Trail to VIP access at local festivals.

    • Exclusive event access and opportunities

    • Direct collaboration with tourism and community partners

    • Dedicated Ambassador group for discussions and upcoming events

    • Cross promotion across our official platforms

    • Networking opportunities with fellow creators and local partners

    • The opportunity to help shape how visitors experience West Volusia

    How this program has been reimagined!

    Our 2026 Talking Tourism in West Volusia Ambassador Program is built on flexibility, creativity and clear communication.

  • All accepted ambassadors will be added to a private Facebook Group exclusively for the program. This will be our main communication hub.

    Inside the group, we will post various experiences and collaboration opportunities throughout the year. These may include:

    • Local festivals and arts events

    • Restaurant and CoolCraft Beverage Trail features

    • Outdoor adventures at the springs or along the St. Johns River

    • Historic downtown shopping spotlights

    • Seasonal tourism campaigns like Museum Month

    • Special activities and community experiences

    Opportunities are offered on a first come first serve basis, depending on availability and fit.

    When an opportunity is posted, it will include:

    • A description of the experience

    • The dates involved

    • Specific deliverables required (ex: static post, reel, TikTok, blog feature, stories, etc.)

    • Required platforms for posting

    • Accounts to tag

    • Hashtags to use

    • The deadline for posting

    Everything will be clearly outlined upfront so you know exactly what is expected before committing.

Connect with other Local creators and choose where you fit in.

Here’s how it works:

All accepted ambassadors will be added to a private Facebook Group exclusively for the program. This will be our main communication hub. Inside the group, we will post various experiences and collaboration opportunities throughout the year. These may include:

  • Festivals and events

  • Restaurant features

  • Outdoor adventures

  • Shopping spotlights

  • Seasonal campaigns

  • Special activities and community experiences

Opportunities are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on availability and fit.

When an opportunity is posted, it will include the basics:

  • A description of the experience

  • The date(s) involved

  • Specific deliverables requested (ex: static post, reel, TikTok, blog feature, stories, etc.)

  • Suggested platforms for posting

  • Accounts to tag

  • Hashtags to use (if applicable)

  • The deadline for posting

Everything will be clearly outlined upfront so you know exactly what is expected before committing.