Quotes by Rob Varley

“Another aspect of this is there are plenty of films and commercials that production companies are filming in zero gravity, so theres even more opportunity there. We want this to happen.”

“The reason weve been getting the business is the rates are just better. Theyre getting a better deal.”

“The Canadian market is strong, but the U.K. market is the No. 1 overseas market. We do around 40,000 British visitors a year. The Dutch market is a growing market, along with the German market. Right now, its a real bargain to come over here.”

“We normally dont advertise for March through April, because its a heavy time. Right now, the numbers are off, and were rethinking that. Were also getting ready to kick off a campaign . . . to let people know were open and better than ever.”

“The price of gas will be a concern this year, and I think that the drive market has shrunk because of that. Nowadays, people are traveling within a 400-mile radius, rather than a 700-mile radius.”

“The hotels in the south are opening, and thats a good thing.”

“Were going after the incentives market, and were going to be going after the smaller, upscale groups business.”

“Its a new market mix we havent been able to chase before. Weve had good response.”

“Bob cares a lot about the success of Cocoa Beach. Hes a regular guy who isnt afraid of hard work. Let me tell you -- it was very difficult for the tourism industry after Sept. 11. We were hurting.”

“This is the last big weekend before the slow season kicks in.”