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SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — As the end of the school year approaches, cities like Gatlinburg and Sevierville are preparing for a large influx of people into their areas. “June and July are our busiest months, especially July. At our busiest intersections, we average between 65,000 and 75,000 vehicles a day,” said Sevierville Vice Mayor Dustin Smith. “Assuming there are two or three people in each car, that’s hundreds of thousands of people a day.” South Knoxville community investigates suspicious trash bag left on Pickens Gap Road In Gatlinburg, one business that has withstood the test of time during a…
WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. — As the holiday weekend heats up, National Travel and Tourism Week is drawing to a close in Wisconsin. This week, the state’s tourism secretary traveled with the governor to get a glimpse of some of the Badger State’s best attractions. What you need to know: According to 2022 data, Wisconsin had a record year with a total economic impact of $23.7 billion, surpassing the previous record of $22.2 billion set in 2019. Governor Evers has used federal pandemic relief funds to invest more than $1 billion total into economic recovery since 2020. Of that, more than…
To do so, it is necessary to shift the focus from Japan to other countries in the region that are relatively economically powerful. It is widely known that tourism accounts for nearly a quarter of Hawaii’s overall economy. The economic impact of tourism plays a significant role for the neighboring islands, especially as it accounts for an even larger portion of the economy compared to Oahu. For decades, Japanese tourists made up the majority of foreign visitors to the islands. For obvious reasons, Japan’s proximity, the variety of options in air interconnection between Tokyo and Honolulu, and a thriving Japanese…
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Jersey Shore once hosted an offshore race called the Benihana Grand Prix, an annual speedboat race held off the Atlantic Ocean. Some called it the Indy 500 of powerboat racing. A new type of Benihana race is ready to wave the green flag on Friday. A race from North Jersey to the Jersey Shore. A modern Benihana In the northern part of the Jersey Shore, the tourists who fill the streets every summer are affectionately known as “Bennys.” Further south, they’re known as “Shoobies.” Our first glimpse of Benny’s and Shoeby’s is from Benny Hill,…
Cyclist at Fall Creek Falls State Park The Tennessee Tourism Development Authority is inviting cyclists to experience Tennessee on 52 new curated road cycling routes through the state’s beautiful scenery. The new program, “Bike Tennessee,” launched Thursday on BikeTN.com, and cyclists can join the routes using the Ride with GPS app. “From musicians to makers, Tennessee is a state full of storytellers and its beauty is unmatched,” said TDTD Commissioner Mark Ezell. “As travelers increasingly seek sustainable and authentic experiences, we encourage them to explore scenic routes and discover small-town charm. We’re excited to partner with Ride with GPS to…
Europe faces deep-rooted challenges in areas such as biodiversity loss, resource use, the impacts of climate change and environmental risks to health and well-being. The continent consumes more resources than any other region of the world and continues to make a major contribution to environmental degradation.Policy measures aimed at nature conservation have been effective in some areas, but many problems remain and some are even worsening. For example, water quality has improved due to reduced pollution, but by 2015 only 40% of the EU’s surface waters achieved a good ecological status. Land management has improved, but landscape fragmentation continues to…
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Tourism is a vital driver of the Lehigh Valley’s economy, bringing in millions of visitors each year and generating billions of dollars in economic impact, officials announced Thursday.That’s why, to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, Discover Lehigh Valley chose the Da Vinci Science Center, which just opened its grand opening on Wednesday, to showcase the top-notch sports, events, and museums that make the region a tourist destination. , restaurants, parks, and historic sites.The new science center will spearhead a wave of development in downtown Allentown, expected to attract more than 500,000 new visitors each year.“Tourism enhances…
The Tennessee Department of Tourism Development (TDTD) invites cyclists to experience Tennessee with 52 new, curated road cycling routes that wind through the state’s beautiful landscape. A new program, Bike Tennessee, launches today on BikeTN.com, allowing cyclists to join routes using the app Ride with GPS. “From musicians to makers, Tennessee is full of storytellers and its beauty is unmatched,” said TDTD Commissioner Mark Ezell. “As travelers seek sustainable and authentic experiences, we invite them to explore scenic routes and discover small-town charm. We’re excited to partner with Ride with GPS to showcase the hidden gems and breathtaking landscapes that…
South Dakota has had some missteps over the years in promoting the state to the rest of the county.It all started 10 years ago with the ill-fated “Don’t Jerk and Drive” public service campaign to reduce winter driving accidents.The proposal was later withdrawn after receiving a less-than-enthusiastic response.Not to be outdone, the state has also brought back the notorious “meth” with its 2019 anti-drug campaign, “We’re On It.”It was mocked from coast to coast. Back earlier this year, the state’s first-ever Super Bowl television commercial was met with mixed reviews, in which one-hit wonder band Nine Days reworked the song…
To kick off National Travel and Tourism Week, Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that 268 tourism programs will be awarded more than $3.27 million in matching grants and sponsorship funds as part of the Virginia Tourism Authority’s Marketing Grants Program. did. These funding programs are designed to leverage local marketing funds and matching state funds to increase visitation and visitor spending through 2025. This funding cycle, local partners committed more than $9.2 million to match VTC funds and provide more than $12.5 million in new marketing and funding. Event production activities focused on increasing overnight visitor numbers to Virginia across…