Find information on all of the destinations participating in the Marketplace below:
Arkansas Tourism, a division of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism, strives to expand the economic impact of travel and tourism in the state and enhance the quality of life for all Arkansans. The division manages 14 Arkansas Welcome Centers and employs more than 60 staff members across The Natural State. For more information, visit www.arkansas.com.
We represent Cayuga County, located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Our city hub, Auburn is the chosen hometown of Harriet Tubman. She lived here for more than 50 years of her free life and is laid to rest at Fort Hill Cemetery. Auburn is also home to Theodore Case, the inventor of sound on film, his lab is still complete with equipment for visitors at the Cayuga Museum of History & Art, William H. Seward (the purchase of Alaska, Seward’s Folly), his home is considered one of the most complete home museums collections in the nation. All of that history set in the bucolic setting of the Finger Lakes. Stunning bluffs, welcoming vineyards and breweries and some of the best water access in NYS!
DCI represents a variety of travel destinations around the world. Story starters can be found here – http://aboutdci.com/tourism-story-ideas/.
A visit to The Classic Coast — nine vibrant and historic towns all sharing some seriously prime New England coastline — is both everything you expect and enjoyably unpredictable. Newport is a place and a people made of surf and soul; raised by the ocean and built by eccentric and outspoken rebels some 300-plus years ago. If you’re looking for classic Colonial architecture and breathtaking New England landscapes, we’ve got ’em. Enjoy that feeling when the ocean takes 100 pounds off your shoulders. There’s no word for it, but it happens every day on The Classic Coast.
ENroute Communications is a PR firm based out of New York. Our destinations include the Mexican states of Aguascalientes, Nayarit and Yucatan as well as properties in Puerto Vallarta and San Miguel de Allende. In Colombia we represent the LGBTQ tour operator Out in Colombia and in Chile the Glamping destination of Patagonia Camp.
Branson is a one-of-a-kind family vacation destination—and an incredible value—nestled in the lakeside beauty of the Ozark Mountains with live performance theaters, three pristine lakes (Table Rock, Lake Taneycomo and Bull Shoals), an international award-winning theme park (Silver Dollar City), dozens of attractions and museums, a Historic Downtown district, a Town Center-style shopping complex (Branson Landing), a full range of dining options, and a host of hotels, motels, resorts, RV parks, campgrounds and meeting and conference facilities.
“Huntsville/Madison County is a one-of-a-kind place that prides itself on its past and looks ahead to its future. Come visit an area steeped in warm, welcoming Southern hospitality and vibrant, bustling culture. Experience the beauty of Huntsville’s outdoor areas, the thrill of local sports teams, including the new Huntsville City Football Club, the bustle of Rocket City nightlife, our rich history and a wide array of exciting art and ever-expanding entertainment options.
Now the largest city in the state, Huntsville’s music scene is reaching new heights with the opening of the Orion Amphitheater. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center, home of Space Camp, continues to be a top tourist attraction. Right next door, the beauty of nature abounds at the Huntsville Botanical Garden, which boasts the largest open-air butterfly house in the nation. Arts & culture thrive here at places like Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, the Huntsville Museum of Art, and at the Panoply Arts Festival.
It’s time for a visit to enjoy a wide variety of dining, retail and entertainment options in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Place to Live – Huntsvile, Alabama!”
“TO THE
ADVENTURERS
In Kansas, we love fast cars and slow-cooked brisket. We touch the sky but stay grounded in the things that matter most. We live out loud and embrace the solace of silence. We conquer rocks and celebrate on the rocks. We ride like the wind and live for the water.
The Kansas experience is a salute to the real. To the rowdy. To the wide-eyed wanderers. To the dreamers.
To The Stars”
“About Catalina Island:
A picture-perfect island paradise just 22 miles off the coast of Southern California, Catalina is a beautiful, dynamic, eclectic destination with a rich history, wide open spaces, and fresh ocean breezes. Catalina offers 25 lodging properties and 300 vacation rentals, including bed and breakfast inns, seaside condominiums, charming bungalows and hotels. The Island boasts 33 palate-pleasing restaurants, lively seaside bars, and an abundance of on- and off-water activities and amenities. Also, home to eight marine sanctuaries and the Catalina Island Conservancy (with 48,000 acres of pristine protected wilderness), these island treasures offer endless year-round outdoor recreation possibilities. Catalina Island is the perfect getaway all visitors will love.
About Love Catalina Island Tourism Authority:
With 230 members, the non-profit organization Love Catalina Island Tourism Authority is the champion of the island’s business community. The organization fosters a successful economy through the promotion of the island as an attractive destination for travel with a focus on sustainability.
CONTACTS:
62ABOVE on behalf of Love Catalina Island Tourism Authority
Ana Lanzas Ana@62above.com
Love Catalina Island Tourism Authority & Conference Attendee
Cathy Miller Cathy@LoveCatalina.com”
Punta Gorda / Englewood Beach – The Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast is a top destination for those looking for an experience that offers all the best of Florida’s wonderful outdoor experiences and a laid-back lifestyle. From beaches to boating and fishing to golfing, from nature discovery to shelling and collecting fossilized shark teeth and so much more, visitors find more of what they come to Florida for: relaxation and adventure in an outdoor wonderland.
“The San Juan archipelago in Washington State is nestled between three great cities – Seattle, Vancouver, B.C., and Victoria, B.C., surrounded by the Salish Sea. Of the 172 named islands in the San Juans, three of them – Lopez, Orcas, and San Juan – have accommodations, attractions, and amenities for visitors. With a temperate marine climate unique in the Pacific Northwest.
San Juan County has more than 400 miles of shoreline punctuated by rocks, bluffs, and beaches. Life in the “rain shadow” of the Olympic Mountains means an average of 247 days with sunshine annually and about half the rainfall of the Seattle area.
San Juan County is considered an “Arts Hot Spot” by the Washington State Arts Commission and became the first in the country to be designated a voluntary “Leave No Trace” area. Friday Harbor on San Juan Island was named a Destination of Distinction by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Experience Washington’s coastal wildlife and scenery from a spectacular sea-level perspective. World-class landscapes and a calm inland sea make the San Juans a prime kayaking spot for adventure-seekers. Paddle your own kayak or set out with one of the many knowledgeable kayaking outfitters on San Juan, Orcas, or Lopez Island for three-hour to three-day tours. Numerous kayaking outfitters also combine paddling with gourmet food and drink experiences, including beer and wine tasting trips. The view from the dining room can’t be beat!”
Welcome to South County, Rhode Island where the inviting landscape and sensational coastline provides visitors with real life peacefulness and relaxation. You are invited to smell the salt air, feel the sand beneath your feet, wander moonlight trails, float on a gentle wave, or simply discover the sights and sounds of our natural beauty.
“Springfield, the third-largest city in Missouri, blends metropolitan charisma with midwestern charm! Springfield has all the amenities of a city, including iconic attractions, a stellar dining scene, exciting nightlife, fascinating museums, plentiful shopping and more. Set in the rolling hills of the Ozark Mountains, Springfield is known for its beautiful outdoor scenery and activities, including hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, public gardens, a magnificent greenway trail network, and so much more.
A moderate climate and proximity to Branson (only 40 minutes south) make Springfield a perfect year-round destination. Springfield is centrally located in the United States, making it easily accessible from all directions via automobile and by air.
We hope to see you in Springfield soon!”
Nestled between Los Angeles and San Diego, the City of Buena Park is a beacon for fun-loving travelers and the perfect base camp for a Southern California vacation. Comprised of approximately 10 square miles, this small town packs a big punch — boasting some of the world’s most well-known attractions, including Knott’s Berry Farm, Pirates Dinner Adventure, Medieval Times, and more.
Galveston Island is a historic beach town located on the Gulf of Mexico just 50 miles from Houston. The island is best known as a vacation destination, offering 32 miles of beaches, a variety of family attractions, Texas’ premier cruise port and one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country, including several National Historic Landmarks. Galveston Island is the birthplace of Juneteenth and home to popular amusements such as, Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, as well as a variety of museums and recreational activities from surfing to birding.
For more information on Galveston Island visit www.visitgalveston.com or call 1-888-GAL-ISLE.
Filled with our own brand of southern hospitality and charm, and the youngest population in the state, Jacksonville is a part of Florida that guarantees to surprise you. From tree-lined neighborhood streets to wide, welcoming beaches, this vibrant city offers something special for everyone.
“Journey to the Kitsap Peninsula…it checks all the boxes!
A short ferry away from the Seattle and access from 4 terminals and the Tacoma Narrows Bridge featuring small charming towns, maritime history, Native American heritage and military museums, agri-tourism and more! Featuring 23 communities including Port Gamble, Kingston, Poulsbo, Bainbridge Island, Gig Harbor, Bremerton, Port Orchard and so much more.
Kitsap is part of the National Water Trails Alliance, the only nationally designated water trail system in Washington. It is the embodiment of the recently designated Maritime Washington National Heritage Area. Museums, world famous gardens and reserves, craft breweries and hyper-local businesses in quaint, waterfront settings.”
Named one of the Best Places to Visit by Frommer’s Travel and Travel + Leisure, Oklahoma City offers all of the culture, cuisine, attractions and amenities you’d expect in a modern metropolis. And with its rugged Western past, working stockyards and title as “Horse Show Capital of the World,” it’s rich in cowboy culture, as well. From family fun to romantic retreats to outdoor adventures you won’t find anywhere else, Oklahoma City has plenty of hustle without all the hassle.
