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Galveston reborn
Tuesday, Jul 7
Less than nine months after Hurricane Ike swept through Galveston causing some $3 billion in damages, this Texas resort celebrated its remarkable recovery with Re-Birth Day festivities in the downtown area in May. Weekend activities ..read more
NBA Finals gold mine for Orlando
Thursday, Jun 4
The head of the Orlando/Orange County Convention and Visitors Bureau is anticipating big tourism dollars for Orlando as the Magic prepare for their first NBA Finals appearance since ..read more
Tulsa officially named bike friendly
Wednesday, May 27
The League of American Bicyclists added Tulsa, Okla., to its list of “Bicycle Friendly Communities and States” for ..read more
Vegas: Temperature rising
Thursday, Apr 2
Everyone likes being pursued, and Las Vegas is after you, meeting planners. Due to lagging numbers, the city formerly known as “Sin City” is looking to change its image and draw you in.
The economy, in ..read more
San Antonio Oasis
Monday, Mar 9
The Westin La Cantera in San Antonio, Texas, welcomed guests in the midst of a $10 million renovation in February. Completed public meeting rooms and 200 of the 508 guest rooms are now decked out ..read more
Phoenix Rates Accolades
Monday, Feb 23
North Building, Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix was among the top cities in several polls of frequent travelers last year. It ranked at the top of Hotwire’s list and 100 on the site’s Travel Value Index ..read more
Seattle’s African American Museum
Sunday, Feb 22
The Northwest African American Museum in Seattle is at once a community gathering spot and a spiritual celebration of black history and culture.
Exhibits range from music, crafts and visual arts, including some spectacular works by ..read more
Amarillo CVC rolls out new website
Sunday, Feb 15The Amarillo Convention & Visitor Council unveiled a new look for its website at the beginning of 2009. The site, which combines a Western feel with a modern approach, has a new booking engine ..read more
Planner’s Tip: Cheap Chic
Monday, Feb 9
The pocket-size CityPass ticket booklet— thinner than your iPod—bundles admission tickets, transportation information, attraction details, and discount and offer ..read more
