Lorine Charles-St. jules [CASTRIES, Saint Lucia] – The Board of Directors of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has appointed Ms. Lorine Charles-St. Jules as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), from February 1, 2022. With over two decades of tourism and leadership experience, Ms. Charles-St. Jules has achieved significant success in the …
Read More »New State Tourism Director Stevenson Brings Sunshine State Experience to CT
Connecticut has a new director of tourism with nearly three decades of experience in the industry who hopes to spur growth and more opportunities for attractions in the state. Noelle Stevenson quietly began her new role on November 15, succeeding Randy Fiveash, who retired in April. After meeting her team …
Read More »Connecticut launches marketing campaign to encourage winter tourism
The Norwalk Marine Aquarium, one of the attractions featured in the new marketing campaign. Contribution photo. The Connecticut Tourist Board launched a million-dollar marketing campaign designed to draw visitors to state attractions during the winter. The new “The State I’m In” campaign is the first integrated marketing initiative designed for …
Read More »CT launches $ 1 million winter tourism campaign
Connecticut is committing to invest $ 1 million in an effort to boost tourism this winter. The State Tourist Board on Monday announced the launch of a new promotional campaign, known as “The State I Am In”, which will highlight hundreds of Connecticut businesses and destinations. including restaurants, hotels and …
Read More »Maine’s indigenous tribes aim to generate economic impact around cultural tourism
As Maine’s tourism-related businesses struggle to bounce back, planning is underway to develop a new branch of the industry. The Wabanaki Cultural Tourism Initiative aims to create the first year-round, multi-faceted infrastructure for tourism involving Maine’s Indigenous peoples. The goal of the initiative, led by Four Directions Development Corp., is …
Read More »Noelle Stevenson appointed Director of Connecticut Tourism Board
The Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) announced today that Noelle Stevenson is the new director of the Connecticut Tourism Board. Stevenson has over two decades of executive leadership experience in destination marketing organizations, with experience in entertainment, culture and lifestyle tourism. She has been responsible for marketing, …
Read More »By day – Eastern Regional Tourism District accepts applications for marketing grants
Waterford – The Eastern Regional Tourism District will provide grants for marketing initiatives in support of the tourism economy of eastern Connecticut. Businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities in Eastern Connecticut are encouraged to develop marketing plans focused on the region’s tourism economy and to encourage the safe enjoyment of Connecticut tourism …
Read More »Daytime – Eastern Regional Tourism District accepts marketing grant applications
Waterford – The Eastern Regional Tourism District will provide grants for marketing initiatives in support of the tourism economy of eastern Connecticut. Businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities in Eastern Connecticut are encouraged to develop marketing plans focused on the region’s tourism economy and to encourage the safe enjoyment of Connecticut tourism …
Read More »“A long time to come”; New London gears up to unveil Black Heritage Trail – NBC Connecticut
The City of New London unveils a Black Heritage Trail, highlighting centuries of the city’s black history. “It’s a long time to come, first and foremost,” said City Council Curtis Goodwin, who worked on a volunteer committee for the project. “It’s a walk through our past and a chance for …
Read More »Summer tourism up sharply compared to 2019
Tourism in Connecticut brings in more than $ 13 billion each year. ROCKY HILL, Connecticut – Many state parks saw increased visitor numbers this summer compared to 2019, officials say. He highlighted the impact of two state programs launched this summer, including the Connecticut Summer Program at the Museum, which …
Read More »CT Tourism Board Launches $ 1.4M Fall Marketing Campaign
The state tourism board will spend more money than usual this fall to market the Connecticut fall raffles. “Full Color Connecticut” – a tribute to the state’s vibrant foliage – will promote seasonal attractions such as county fairs, corn mazes, scenic drives, orchards and breweries, alongside the pillars of the …
Read More »Connecticut tourism officials try to lure leaf peepers
September 12, 2021 Connecticut tourism officials plan to spend more money than usual promoting the state’s fall foliage in a bid to help the industry bounce back from the pandemic. Governor Ned Lamont helped launch the $ 1.4 million “Full Color Connecticut” marketing campaign on Friday, which he says will …
Read More »New initiative promotes fall tourism in Connecticut – NBC Connecticut
Governor Ned Lamont has announced a new campaign to promote safe travel and boost the state’s tourism industry as it continues to recover from the pandemic. The Tourist Office The campaign, called “Full Color Connecticut,” aims to showcase Connecticut’s famous fall foliage while paying homage to all the other colors …
Read More »The Bristol Press – Connecticut tourism officials attempt to lure leaf peepers
Connecticut tourism officials plan to spend more money than usual promoting the state’s fall foliage in a bid to help the industry bounce back from the pandemic. Gov. Ned Lamont helped launch the $ 1.4 million “Full Color Connecticut” marketing campaign Friday, which he says will link leaf viewing to …
Read More »Governor Lamont Announces Launch of “Full Color Connecticut” Campaign Promoting Fall Travel Season
Press Releases 09/10/2021 Governor Lamont Announces Launch of “Full Color Connecticut” Campaign Promoting Fall Travel Season Download the image in high quality (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the Connecticut Tourism Board is launching a new fall marketing campaign to promote safe travel and fuel the continued …
Read More »The Day – Summer tourism in Mystic recovers from 2020
Mystic – It was supposed to be rebound summer tourist season. The spread of COVID-19 was under control and people who had been locked in the middle of the pandemic the year before were seen to be eager to get out and do something and go somewhere. Well, that’s pretty …
Read More »Visit Casper awards $ 25,000 to strengthen Casper’s position in tourism | Casper
People mark their hometown on a large map during the 2017 Eclipse Festival in downtown Casper. A new program will provide start-up capital to businesses with the aim of strengthening the city’s reputation as a travel destination. Dossier Josh Galemore, Star-Tribune Outside of energy, tourism is one of Wyoming’s main …
Read More »Announcing $ 1.2 Million Marketing Campaign to Support Connecticut Tourism Businesses
This multimedia campaign will start the week of June 22 and extend to Labor Day. Through a unifying campaign theme, “So good at Goodbye, Connecticut, “ this will encourage both Connecticut residents and likely travelers from neighboring states to explore all Connecticut has to offer through new eyes. This message …
Read More »Connecticut Tourism Industry Sees 5.5% Sales Growth
Connecticut’s tourism industry recorded $ 15.5 billion in total business sales in 2017, a 5.5% increase from 2015, according to the Tourism Board’s latest economic impact study of Connecticut. The sector’s tax revenue for the 2017 calendar year was $ 2.2 billion, including $ 960 million in state and local …
Read More »New State Panel Aims to Turn Connecticut’s Tourism Industry From ‘Nice’ to ‘Wonderful’ | New
MIDDLETOWN – Consistently boosting tourism was the center of attention on Tuesday as the speaker of the state House of Representatives announced the formation of a committee that would create a campaign to encourage visitors from across the region to spend their money in Connecticut. State Representative Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, …
Read More »Connecticut tourism industry to gather in Hartford
Alexandre Soule April 22, 2016 Terese Cagianello and Claudia Collins (LR) on a “Sound of Discovery” tour April 14, 2016 in Norwalk, Connecticut, a city bus tour to see the sights the city has to offer. On April 27, the State of Connecticut holds its annual tourism conference in Hartford.Alex …
Read More »Connecticut tourism campaign reaping rewards
Connecticut continues to reap the rewards of its ever-revolutionary marketing campaign, originally launched in 2012 and designed to showcase the state as an authentic, multi-dimensional travel destination. According to the results of a recent economic impact study, in 2013, tourism generated $ 14 billion in sales to visitors, a 3% …
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