Mississippi Gulf Coast Attractions Association

19/01/2025

Mark your calendars! The Mississippi Gulf Coast Attractions Association invites tourism related business to The Mardis Gras Museum for a networking meeting on February 10, 2025.

09/01/2025

Join the Mississippi Gulf Coast Attractions Association January Meeting! 🌴✨

Monday, January 13, 2025 | 5:30 PM

📍 January Event Host:

The Salvation Army MS Gulf Coast KROC Center
575 Division St., Biloxi, MS 39530
228-207-1218 | KrocMSCoast.org

Is your tourism-related business enhancing visitor experiences on the Mississippi Gulf Coast? Whether you're in shopping, fishing, golf, tours, museums, water sports, casinos, special events, or similar industries—or you provide services like hotels, restaurants, advertising, PR, media outlets, or publications—this meeting is for you!

Membership is open to individuals and businesses offering visitor-related goods or services in Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, or Stone counties.

📧 Message us for details and the potential member packet!

Top 5 Reasons to Join the MGCAA:

✅ Networking: Build valuable relationships with industry professionals.
✅ Collaboration: Connect with other attractions and boost your visibility.
✅ Group Advertising: Amplify your reach through shared marketing efforts.
✅ Tourist Map Listing: Get featured on the MGCAA attractions map provided free to visitors.
✅ Regional Impact: Be part of shaping the MS Gulf Coast into a top tourist destination.

What our members are saying:

💬 "The networking opportunities are incredible!"
💬 "MGCAA has been a game-changer for our nonprofit with limited budget resources."
💬 "The group advertising and tourist map help drive more business our way."
💬 "Being part of this community helps promote our attraction to tourists and locals alike."

Don't miss this chance to grow your business and support Gulf Coast tourism! 🌟

30/12/2024

Member Spotlight: 🧚‍♀️✨ Don’t know what to wear to your next party? Get ready for a magical shopping experience like no other! Your Faery Queen Godmother has been hard at work gathering costume and party treasures just for you, all under one roof! With amazing prices on everything from new to vintage and custom creations, it's time to start making your shopping list. What treasures will you find?

Shop the ultimate Pop-Up, eco-friendly, party / dress-up / costume source on the MS Gulf Coast! Be uniquely you and ready for your next event!
👗 Gowns & Cocktail Dresses
🧥 Little Black Dresses
👰 Wedding Dresses
🤵 Tuxedos / Vests / Ties / Cummerbunds
🧚‍♀️🥻🦸🧙👘 Costumes
🔮 Corsets / Tutus / Hoops / Petticoats
👜 Evening Bags
👡 Evening / Costume Shoes
👑 Headpieces & Wings
🕶️ Vintage & Retro
👚 Eccentric, Quirky, Geeky Clothes
💍 Accessories & Costume Jewelry
🧛 Capes / Cloaks / Wraps
🎟️🎭📷 Event / Photographer Décor & Props
🧵✂️ Maker Items
🎄🎃🐰 Holiday Décor ...and so much more!

Spring Formals, Costumes & Holiday Treasures Market Pop-Up
• Saturday, January 11, 8-5
• Sunday, January 12, 10-12
• Sunday 1-4: Most items half price!
• Free crafter scavenge table

D'Iberville Civic Center.
10395 Auto Mall Parkway,
D'Iberville MS 39540

Don't miss out on this chance to shop 'til you drop and be part of our amazing community. Text "TM" to 888-553-0461 right this second to get insider tips and extra deals! 🌟🛍️

Complete details: https://www.treasures-market.com

23/12/2024

Member spotlight: Gulfport Luxury RV Resort is the newest and most luxurious RV resort located on the picturesque Mississippi Gulf Coast. Whether you’re seeking a blissful weekend at the beach or a delightful week by our deluxe resort-style pool, we invite you to join us. Our beachfront location gives the perfect beach views and beach access within a short walk. Indulge in the abundance of amenities our resort has to offer and explore the vibrant city of Gulfport, renowned for its coastal charm and exciting attractions. Your stay with us promises an unforgettable experience of relaxation and leisure.

Gulfport Luxury RV Resort
200 Cowan Road, Gulfport, MS 39507
[email protected]
(228) 207-9442
https://gulfportluxuryrvresort.com/

09/12/2024

Member spotlight: All aboard! 🚂 TrainTastic Interactive Model Railroad Museum is transforming into a Winter Wonderland this December, and you don't want to miss it! ✨ Let your holiday season sparkle with over 2 MILLION TWINKLING LIGHTS at TrainTastic's Holiday Lights! 🎇 Every Thursday - Saturday, starting Dec. 5. from 5:30 to 8pm.

Traintastic, formerly the Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum, has 50,000 square feet of fun for ages 0-100. They have model layouts of all scales, including a tribute to the gulf coast with over 50 interactive local landmarks. In addition to their amazing collection of layouts and model trains, they also host several S.T.E.M. related educational programs: summer camps, early childhood education, and field trips.

They have outdoor riding trains, S.T.E.A.M. Shop, a climber with slides, interactive exhibits, and a toddler area- just to name a few of the extras.

TrainTastic hosts amazing birthday parties in their three beautiful party rooms and other special events; the possibilities are endless in this wonderful museum!

Located in Gulfport, Mississippi, on 615 Pass Road.

Regular hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm, Also open Mondays Memorial Day-Labor Day. Admission is $15 per adult, $12 per child (under 18), seniors (65+) $12, and active military $10. Members receive free admission. Follow us on Facebook for a list of all upcoming events.

https://www.facebook.com/TrainTasticMuseum

08/12/2024

We had a blast last night aboard the Captain Pete for Christmas on the Water Biloxi Mississippi. The Mississippi Gulf Coast Attractions Association participated in the parade with live music, food, cash bar, and raffle prizes. Thank you to all who helped put the event together and to our ticket holder!

08/12/2024

Always a good time on the top deck!

08/12/2024

Perfect Christmas on the Water weather!

05/12/2024

https://www.southernthing.com/coastal-mississippi-holidays-2669974364.html

We love the holiday season on the Coast! So delighted to see so many of our members listed on this article including Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum, Ohr O'Keefe Museum of Art and TrainTastic Interactive Model Railroad Museum. 🎅🎄

The beach may not be the destination you first associate with the holidays, but don’t let that keep you from enjoying the wonderful seasonal destinations and events in Coastal Mississippi.The area includes beautiful Coastal towns with holiday decorations and businesses that go all-out with their d...

02/12/2024

Make holiday memories by watching the 39th Annual Christmas on the Water Boat parade this year in Biloxi, MS. 🎶🎅🏻🛥️❤️💚🤍
🛥️Saturday, Dec.7, 2024
🛥️6pm Boat Parade
🛥️Fireworks Following
Boat parade begins at the Biloxi Lighthouse and travels inside channel to Golden Nugget Biloxi.
❤️Open to Public / Friends & Family Fun / No Fee To View Parade
For more information visit our Christmas on the Water Biloxi Mississippi Event Page.
https://www.facebook.com/share/18PMUE6s5n/

25/11/2024

We are so thankful for all the amazing activities available here on the beautiful MS Gulf Coast. Check out our refreshed website and learn more about our members. Shop local and plan an experience gift! Make plans to make memories at one of the attractions. Enjoy the best of the coast! https://mississippifun.org/

20/11/2024

https://www.wlox.com/video/2024/11/19/robin-krohn-david-awarded-don-jacobs-tourism-award/

Thanks to WLOX-TV for covering the Don Jacob’s Award Ceremony yesterday!

Tourism's importance to the Gulf Coast was highlighted Tuesday as the Mississippi Gulf Coast Attractions Association awarded the Don Jacobs Tourism Award. This year's recipient is Robin Krohn David— the executive director for the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum.

19/11/2024

A big congratulations to Robin Krohn David of the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum as the 2024 recipient of the Don Jacobs Tourism Award! We are so grateful to the Biloxi Visitor Center for hosting our ceremony all a who braved the rain to celebrate such an important leader in MS Gulf Coast Tourism!

We are so grateful for Robin and her family's support of the MSGCAA and all they have done to preserve the history of the coast and share the spirit of Biloxi with visitors from all over!

18/11/2024

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Attractions Association will recognize Robin Krohn David of the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum as the recipient of the organization’s annual Don Jacobs Tourism Award. MGCAA will hold a ceremony to present them with the award for their contributions to tourism along the MS Gulf Coast.

Tuesday, November 19th, 10:00AM - 11AM
Biloxi Visitors Center, 1050 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39531
The public is invited to the ceremony recognizing Robin Krohn David.

ABOUT ROBIN:
Robin was born and raised on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and has been the Executive Director of the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum since 1988, and just recently celebrated 36 years of service in August.

Robin previously was the Administrative Assistant to Mayor Gerald Blessey for 4 years before taking a leave of absence to raise her family. She is married to Rusty David and has two daughters, Megan and Shelby. They both graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi, and the family attends Nativity BVM Cathedral in Biloxi.

Robin was one of several instrumental in starting the MS Gulf Coast Attractions Association where she served on the Board of Directors as President, Vice President and Secretary/Treasurer. She is a member of the Biloxi Bay Chamber of Commerce and served on the tourism/cultural committee, a member of the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce, a member of the MS Museum Association, and a member of the American Sail Training Association, and was a Maid in both Krewe of Athena and Krewe of Bon Vivants. Robin also served on the Governor’s Commission on Recovery, Rebuilding, and Renewal/Tourism Committee and she was a Commissioner on the MS Gulf Coast National Heritage Area. Robin was a March of Dimes Spotlight on Success Honoree and was proclaimed a Preservation Hero by the National Trust for Historic Preservation for efforts to preserve the heritage of the Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina. Robin was presented with the Founding Fathers Award for her extraordinary contributions made on behalf of the Museum by the Museum Board of Directors. Most recently she was selected as the Most Successful 100 Women to Know by Gulf Coast Woman’s Magazine July 2024.

She has been instrumental in developing the Billy Creel Memorial Gulf Coast Wooden & Classic Boat Show, the Race of the White Winged Queens, and most recently moving and re-constructing the Hurricane Camille Memorial to the Museum grounds on the 55th Anniversary of Camille.

ABOUT MGCAA:
The goal of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Attractions Association is to promote the coast as a year-round travel destination by fostering awareness of our distinct history, diverse cultural make-up, natural resources, and affordable vacation opportunities. Through the combined efforts of its membership and in cooperation with other tourism related organizations, the MGCAA seeks to create an affordable marketing mechanism that allows joint advertising, networking and educational opportunities to better promote the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s tourism industry.

11/11/2024

MGCAA Member spotlight: Established in 2011, the Kroc Center is a 52,000 square foot facility which features a performing arts center, a full-sized gymnasium, weight and exercise rooms, dance and aerobic studios, monitored childcare, and much more. The Kroc Center also features an indoor Aquatics Center with an exercise pool, lazy river, splash pad and two-story water slide. The outdoor recreation area includes a stadium complex with a full athletic field and track. Guests may purchase day passes, 2-hour swim sessions, or contact us for more information on becoming a member to enjoy the numerous amenities we have to offer!

The Salvation Army MS Gulf Coast KROC Center
575 Division St., Biloxi, MS 39530
228-207-1218 | KrocMSCoast.org

07/11/2024

Hey members and friends! We are currently seeking donations of Christmas lights and festive decor for the Christmas on the Water event next month. We will be doing a drop off at the Mississippi Aquarium at our next meeting, Monday, November 11th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM.

If you are interested in decorating, we will have two days on Wednesday and Thursday morning, where we will be decorating the ship. Have questions? Email Molly Shea at [email protected].