Video/Podcast: How tourism affects the local economy and what you can expect this summer

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Grace Hallowell and Visit College Station’s Jeremiah Cook discuss the significant impact of tourism on the local economy, events coming to town this summer, and whether Georgia’s Uga or Texas A&M’s Reveille is the most beautiful SEC mascot. Continue reading Video/Podcast: How tourism affects the local economy and what you can expect this summer

City Council, Public Communications, Tourism

ICYMI Video: Tourism update presented to the City Council (May 22)

In case you missed it: At its May 22 meeting, the College Station City Council was updated about activities in the City’s Tourism Division, including key metrics and major initiatives such as a strategic plan, brand book, and Convention Center Feasibility Study. Continue reading ICYMI Video: Tourism update presented to the City Council (May 22)

City Council, Public Communications, Tourism

New tourism committee to help enhance College Station’s hospitality and economic strength

The College Station City Council recently directed staff to create a Tourism Committee to guide our tourism initiatives and ensure a sustainable approach to growth. If you’re a College Station resident and are passionate about shaping our hospitality and tourism landscape, we encourage you to apply online to serve on the council-appointed committee. Continue reading New tourism committee to help enhance College Station’s hospitality and economic strength

Public Communications, Tourism

Volunteer to rub elbows with future Olympians at the USA Track & Field Junior Olympics in July

From July 20-28, over 9,000 of the nation’s top young athletes will gather in College Station for the prestigious USA Track and Field National Junior Olympics. It has all the markings of another incredible, unforgettable event, but here’s the catch – we need your volunteer spirit to make it succeed. Continue reading Volunteer to rub elbows with future Olympians at the USA Track & Field Junior Olympics in July

Economic Development, Public Communications, Tourism

What’s Up? Video: College Station’s exciting summer events and travel destination honors

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell talks with Tourism Manager Jeremiah Cook about College Station’s recent recognition as a top travel destination by TripAdvisor. Continue reading What’s Up? Video: College Station’s exciting summer events and travel destination honors

Economic Development, Public Communications, Tourism

ICYMI: Economic development and tourism update to the City Council (May 23)

At its May 23 meeting, the City Council was updated on the city’s economic development and tourism strategies and activities. In case you missed it, here’s the complete presentation. Continue reading ICYMI: Economic development and tourism update to the City Council (May 23)