Highlands County has installed three interactive digital kiosks in Sebring, Avon Park, and Lake Placid as part of an effort to enhance the visitor experience and encourage tourism across the region. The kiosks are located at Circle Park in Sebring, in front of the Avon Park Chamber of Commerce at 28 Main Street, and at Journal Plaza in Lake Placid at 231 North Main Avenue.
According to Highlands County Tourism Director Casey Hartt, “By the TDC and the three cities working together and showcasing Highlands County as one cohesive destination, we’re making it easier for visitors to discover our area events, activities, restaurants, hotels, and attractions. These kiosks help strengthen tourism throughout all three cities by encouraging visitors to see and do more during their stay, which ultimately boosts economic activity countywide.”
The initiative was introduced earlier this year during the TDC’s Destination Unity Breakfast. Over the past year, Visit Sebring collaborated with officials from each city to develop a platform that highlights local offerings while connecting all three communities.
Each kiosk is equipped with touchscreen navigation that allows users to browse dining options, accommodations, outdoor activities, cultural sites, and upcoming events. While each unit features information about its host city, it is also designed to promote exploration throughout Highlands County.
Hartt explained: “Local businesses and organizations are featured in categories such as Food & Drink, Things to Do, Outdoors, and Accommodations so visitors can easily discover them. Users can also filter by preferences, such as cuisine, lodging style, or city, giving them a seamless way to explore and enjoy all three communities during their vacation to Highlands County.”
Manufactured by TrueOmni—a company specializing in interactive digital signage—the kiosks are built for Florida’s weather conditions. They include features such as an itinerary builder that lets visitors save favorite spots and send personalized plans to their phones; an interactive event calendar covering festivals and community events; maps with directions between attractions; and a digital photo booth for guests to share branded Visit Sebring photos.
The project aligns with Visit Sebring’s mission of supporting tourism through technology-driven solutions aimed at presenting Highlands County as a unified destination.
Tourism-related businesses interested in being listed on the kiosks are encouraged to review their information on VisitSebring.com or contact the Tourist Development Council for updates.
Visit Sebring operates under the management of the Highlands County Tourist Development Council (TDC), which focuses on promoting tourism development while advocating responsible resource management for long-term economic growth.
