Train-A-Palooza Will be Held at the Grapevine Convention Center March 14 & 15, 2025

Grapevine, Texas — The Lone Star Hi-Railers model railroad club of Grapevine, Texas is proud to announce the 12th annual model train show, Train-A-Palooza, will be held at the city’s Convention Center and will run for two days. According to the Model Railroad Club, the event held has been a success for the last 10 […]
Visit Galveston Celebrates Destination Professionals Day

GALVESTON, Texas (Feb. 18, 2026) – Visit Galveston, the organization dedicated to promoting Galveston Island as a visitor destination, is proud to celebrate February 19, 2026, as Destination Professionals Day in recognition of their efforts to drive tourism to Galveston. Tourism is the third largest driver of Galveston’s economy, contributing more than $126 million in state and local taxes, generating around […]
Honeymoon in Paradise: Why Cala de Mar Is Mexico’s Most Romantic Cliffside Retreat

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Mexico — For couples seeking a honeymoon defined by privacy, passion and panoramic Pacific views, Cala de Mar Resort & Spa stands apart as Mexico’s most romantic cliffside escape. Perched dramatically above the ocean on the coast of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, the intimate luxury resort offers newlyweds and anniversary celebrants an experience designed around seclusion, personalized service […]
Registration now open for Greatest American Cleanup in Arkansas

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Registration is now open for the Greatest American Cleanup in Arkansas, a statewide effort inviting communities, organizations and individuals to help clean and beautify The Natural State from March through May. Led by Keep Arkansas Beautiful, the Greatest American Cleanup in Arkansas is part of a national initiative focused on litter prevention, […]
2026 Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Outdoor Recreation to Feature Pitch Competition

Little Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism will host an Outdoor Recreation Pitch Competition and Dinner during the 52nd annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Outdoor Recreation. The event will be led by the Arkansas Office of Outdoor Recreation in partnership with Startup Junkie and the University of Arkansas Office of Entrepreneurship & […]
Pati Brown named Tourism Person of the Year; Beatles at the Ridge honored as Tourism Attraction of the Year

Arkansas Tourism announced the winners of the 2026 Henry Awards during a special banquet at the 52nd annual Arkansas Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Outdoor Recreation in Little Rock on Feb. 24. The Henry Awards honor the very best of Arkansas’ tourism community, recognizing the individuals, organizations, and attractions whose leadership and vision leave a lasting […]
NATJA Announces 34th Annual Award Winners for Excellence In Travel Journalism

PASADENA, CALIF. – The North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) announced the winners of the 34th Annual NATJA Travel Media Awards Competition. Awards were made to publications, travel journalists and photographers, and destination marketing organizations. NATJA awards special recognition for the publication, destination, journalist, and photographer who excelled across various categories in the competition. For a third year […]