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2019 marks the 50th Anniversary of Virginia is for Lovers and we are celebrating all year long with 50 YEARS OF LOVE.
Our goal is to have the entire Commonwealth involved by hosting 50 YEARS OF LOVE activations – events, programs, promotions, etc. – for 50 consecutive days. Questions or ideas about what your organization can do? Contact Shannon Johnson at sjohnson@virginia.org.
Visit vatc.org/50yearsoflove to learn all about the campaign and the 50 YEARS OF LOVE grant that is open until Jan. 15.
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Virginia World War I and World War II Tourism Marketing Program Applications will open on Dec. 11, 2018!
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Applications will open on Dec. 11, 2018 and are due back no later than Feb. 19, 2019 by 5:00 PM. The Commission was created by the General Assembly to plan, develop, and carry out programs and activities to commemorate the 100th anniversary of World War I and the 75th anniversary of World War II. The purpose of the program is to assist communities and related sites to market commemorative events, locations, and destinations.
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We still need your holiday and winter events and packages!
Please update or add all of your holiday related events (tree lightings, parades, performances, winery events, holiday shopping etc.) and your winter packages and deals, activities, and events to Virginia.org so you’ll be included in the many articles and features on Virginia.org and possible inclusion on blog.Virginia.org. Log in at http://admin.virginia.org.
Contact Robin Mamunes at rmamunes@virginia.org if you have questions.
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Advertise in the Consumer eNewsletters
Placements are available for the 2019 eNewsletters. 3 positions are available at varying costs. See the calendar and specifications. See pricing and sign up for a placement here. |
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2019 Content Ideas by Month/Season Calendar
Align your content marketing with ours. Download the 2019 Virginia Tourism Content Ideas Calendar. See what we are highlighting for 2019.
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VA Sports Summit
Don’t miss this educational opportunity to learn more about the sports event market. Save the dates of February 5-6, 2019 and register for the Virginia Sports Summit presented by the Hampton Roads Sports Commission and supported by Sports Virginia. |
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Domestic Sales is planning for ABA Marketplace
Please update your suggested tour itineraries and listings on Virginia.org/Groups now. If you need help, contact Stephanie Kenney. Please email Joni Johnson your profile sheet and new suggested tour itineraries to include in her sales appointment notebook.
Also, let us know what’s new in your destination for groups, meetings and sports by filling out this form. |
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2019 AAA Sales Blitz during ABA – Louisville
Join VADMO on a Sales Blitz to AAA Offices coinciding with the ABA conference January 26-30, 2019 in Louisville, KY. In addition to calls and a presentation at AAA Headquarters in Louisville, stops will be made at AAA offices on the way to Louisville. |
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Domestic Sales Blog
Get in front of 5 million visitors to blog.Virginia.org!
Please send your recommendations for the following to Stephanie Kenney by Friday, December 14:
Theatres and Performances for Group Tours
New Venues for Sporting Events
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Stay Visible with Lead Reports from Domestic Sales and Marketing
Looking for new prospects? Visit the following links on VATC.org for a complete listing of our free tour & travel and meetings & conventions lead reports. Email Joni Johnson for sports marketing lead reports.
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Partnership Marketing and Advertising Program (PMAP) 2019 Renewals
2019 enrollment for the Partnership Marketing and Advertising Program at the Virginia Welcome Centers and Safety Rest Areas is now open. Visit our website, www.welcomeva.com, and register today. |
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Bring LOVE to your Destination or Event
Request our popular LOVEwork to promote your destination and create a memory! Please submit the LOVEwork application request. Check on the form if you would like to lease the Pride LOVEwork or the Standard LOVEwork. For questions, contact Noelle Baker – (804) 545-5520. |
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IPW 2019
Join us in Anaheim, California for the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of travel to the United States. This year’s show is June 1-5, 2019. If you are interested in joining the VTC booth, please contact Brantley Ussery |
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FREE Opportunity to Reach the Canadian Market!
Do you have a brochure that relates to food, wine, camping, biking, golf, or the outdoors? Ship 200 to Canada and our representative will distribute it at the upcoming consumer shows. Contact Bri Warner for shipping address and deadlines |
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2019 Miles Partnership Scholarship Program for STS Marketing College
The application period will be open from December 10, 2018 to February 1, 2019. For more details regarding the scholarship program, please see the press release that is available on our website. Applications will again be collected through the online application form on our website. |
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Virginia Commission for the Arts Presents Statewide Application Assistance Workshops
The Virginia Commission for the Arts (VCA) will present a series of statewide application assistance workshops in December 2018. VCA staff will provide an overview of grant programs, including information about the new VCA Online Grant Application System as well as updates to the Guidelines for Funding, application and review procedures and more. Workshop locations include: Chatham, Abingdon, Waynesboro, Glen Allen/Richmond, Lorton, Winchester and Virginia Beach. |
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Virginia International Tattoo Broadcast on PBS
See why visitors from all over the world travel to see The Virginia International Tattoo, a production of the Virginia Arts Festival. The broadcast has been picked up by over 40 PBS stations nationwide, from Alaska to North Carolina. Music & Might Above and Beyond the Call of Duty is a new one-hour special celebrating our nation’s military and our greatest heroes. See the video. |
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| Keep Virginia Beautiful |
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Register your team for Shiver in the River
Shiver in the River is Keep Virginia Beautiful’s largest event and is the coolest winter festival in Virginia! Participants can help with the community clean up, do the 5K walk/run, or jump in the James River — or do all three! This inspiring day is surrounded by a unique festival complete with fun activities for all ages, music and food and beverages! Groups of all kinds are invited to participate as teams or individuals, and challenge others to be a part of the litter solution in Virginia. |
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Virginia Green Travel Conference & Travel Star Awards
The 6th Annual Virginia Green Travel Conference & Travel Star Awards will be April 24-25, 2019 at the awesome new Hotel Madison & Conference Center in Harrisonburg! The conference website is open and early bird rates are now available. Please plan to join us for two days of learning, great speakers, networking and fun! |
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