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The return of major indoor track and field events to Delaware is one step closer after the Delaware Tourism Board announced a major grant project.Indoor Track Delaware is set to receive $6 million of the first $11.3 million in Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund disbursements.The facility would be built near Chase Fieldhouse in Wilmington, which is owned by Buccini/Pollin Group and Wilmington Sports LLC, which are also involved in the endeavor.It’s been 11 years since the University of Delaware converted its indoor track facility at Delaware Field House into a football practice field, forcing Delaware high school teams to choose…
Home » Tourism News » Haikou and Singapore strengthen tourism ties with unique promotion Thursday, June 20, 2024Reading time: 4 minutesHaikou and Singapore will celebrate cultural connections and tourism through events, promotions and authentic experiences, highlighting Haikou’s rich heritage and vibrant local life.Haikou and Singapore are close to each other, have convenient transportation, and enjoy active cultural exchanges. The two places have commonalities, such as natural scenery, cultural traditions, and unique cuisine, and complement each other. On May 30, the 2024 Singapore-Haikou Landscape Lake International Golf Invitational Series kicked off at Haikou Landscape Lake. At the same time, the 2024…
A petition seeking changes to the structure of the city’s tourist district and potentially increasing assessment-based revenues is scheduled for a public hearing in July. The “long-term” proposal passed its first reading at a Newport City Council meeting on June 12, when councillors unanimously gave their approval to go ahead. The public, including hospitality businesses which would be included in the new district, will have the opportunity to have their say at City Hall next month. “These funds are [participating] “We’re working to expand our lodging options,” said Katherine Farrington, vice president of marketing for Discover Newport. “This gives Discover…
Kentucky’s tourism industry experienced historic success in 2023, generating a record $13.8 billion in economic impact and supporting 95,222 jobs, according to a report released by the Kentucky Department of Tourism, Arts and Heritage. The state welcomed 79.3 million visitors, up 4.5 percent from last year, who spent a total of $9.7 billion across a range of categories.In Perry County, tourism spending is expected to increase by $1.5 million from 2022 to 2023, from $57.8 million to $59.3 million. Local officials and business owners say they too are feeling the impact of tourism in the area.Hazard Downtown Coordinator Bailey Richards…
CANTON – The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce hosted a lively celebration of tourism excellence at the Best Western University Inn in Canton on Wednesday, June 12. Themed “Seeing the Big Picture,” the event showcased tourism’s vital role in the county while considering three key elements: sustainability, education and engagement. The evening began with a happy hour featuring live music and networking with over 50 industry partners from across the county, including St. Lawrence County Councilman John Jennett and State Assemblyman Scott Gray. Networking concluded with a buffet dinner catered by Best Western followed by presentations by Tourism Director…
Julie Gilbert. Photo by Brett Kosmider. Julie Gilbert, President and CEO, Destination Door County As spring continues through June and the summer warmth begins to build, Door County welcomes a new and exciting tourist season that represents not only a rebirth of nature, but also a rebirth of our shared mission to provide unforgettable experiences for our visitors and bring vibrant prosperity to our entire community. Our diverse offering gives us incredible opportunities to build on our success. From stunning natural scenery and charming villages to a rich arts and culture scene, historic heritage, delicious cuisine, shopping and outdoor adventures,…
Travel South Dakota’s Tourism Advertising Promotion (TAP) Grant Program awarded a total of $163,110 to support the state’s tourism industry and increase visitors to tourism-related events.The purpose of the TAP Grant Program is to provide marketing funds for tourism-related events such as festivals, concerts, rodeos and powwows. The grant program focuses on funding events in small towns, cities and rural areas of the state, but encourages organizations and events of all sizes to apply. Grants range from $1,000 to $10,000.Recipients include Arlington Days (Arlington), Belle Fourche Rally Event (Belle Fourche), Deadwood Mardi Gras (Deadwood), Eureka Festival (Eureka), South Dakota Chislic…
Fahad Hamidaddin, CEO of the Saudi Tourism Authority, made his Cannes Lions debut, speaking to a sold-out audience about his vision for the Kingdom’s creativity-driven future economy. “We are experiencing a transformation that is moving Saudi Arabia from an oil-dependence to a fully diversified hyper-growth economy that is at the economic, social and creative heart of the world,” Hamidaddin said. About 70 percent of Saudis are under 35, so if you think you know Saudi Arabia, think again. Even Saudis who live in the country no longer recognize the country, he said. Saudi Arabia’s modernization has been driven by a…
SANTO DOMINGO – The Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development released its “Sectoral Panorama” report for April 2024, highlighting the strong growth in agricultural and manufacturing exports and tourism in the first four months of the year. Agricultural Exports Agricultural exports in April reached US$111.3 million, up 59.5% from 2017. Total agricultural exports from January to April were US$290.9 million, up 11.7% from the same period in 2017. The main contributors to this growth were raw tobacco, cocoa beans and eggs. Manufacturing Exports Real demand for manufactured goods in April was R$116,425.3 million, up 12.9% year-on-year. Cumulative demand from January…
Letters from Barcelona: On banned works and the art of balancing local interests and tourism The day before I arrived in Barcelona, apparently thousands of Spaniards had taken to the streets in the city and on the islands to protest mass tourism and overcrowding. According to reports, “On June 8th, up to 3,000 young people demonstrated in Barcelona, shouting slogans such as ‘Tourists go home,’ ‘Tourism is ruining the neighborhood,’ and ‘Tourism is ruining the city,’ and they also wrote graffiti on bus stops and walls saying ‘Tourism is ruining the city.'” I saw nothing of the sort and experienced…