VANCOUVER USA MARATHON SPONSORS FATHER'S DAY WEEKEND OF FUN AND FESTIVITIES
The Vancouver USA Marathon is bringing energy and excitement to downtown Vancouver for Father’s Day weekend; June 15-17. The Vancouver USA Marathon’s primary goal is to provide a locally produced, recognized, and organized race that not only attracts runners, but also local businesses and area residents to be part of this second annual event.» read more (PDF)
TOP ROWERS FROM THE NORTHWEST TO COMPETE AT VANCOUVER LAKE
From May 18-20, high school rowers from throughout the Northwest will converge at Vancouver Lake for the annual US Rowing Junior District Championships, sponsored by the United States Rowing Association. With over 1,100 participants, the three-day regatta competetion is the largest US Rowing District Championship in the United States.» read more (PDF)
SPORTS MEDICINE COMPETITION SET TO TAKE PLACE AT THE HILTON
The 2012 State Sports Medicine Competition/Symposium, presented by the Washington Career and Technical Sports Medicine Association (WCTSMA), will take place at the Hilton Vancouver this weekend. The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office assisted in booking the conference that will bring 600 students pursuing a career in sports medicine, 50 instructors and over 100 volunteers to town for the two-day event.» read more (PDF)
FACEBOOK VOTES COULD SECURE SOCIAL MEDIA CONFERENCE IN VANCOUVER
The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office has been ranked second out of 16 possible destinations to host the 2012 Social Media in Tourism Symposium (#SoMeT12) and will be calling on community support to secure the conference, which is scheduled for November 7-9 at the Vancouver Convention Center and adjoining Hilton Vancouver Washington.» read more (PDF)
GAMESTORM 14 READY TO RETURN TO VANCOUVER HILTON
In its 14th year overall and fifth consecutive year in Vancouver USA, GameStorm is returning to the Vancouver Hilton from March 22-25 to celebrate everything gaming including board games, role playing, console gaming, LARP, and children’s games. With about 1,000 people expected to attend, this annual convention is one of the biggest gaming events in the Pacific Northwest and is sponsored by the Oregon Science Fiction Conventions, Inc.» read more (PDF)
KIM BENNETT NAMED TO WASHINGTON TOURISM ALLIANCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kim Bennett, President and CEO of the Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office, was recently named to the Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) board of directors. The 25-person board consists of tourism stakeholders who are invested in statewide tourism marketing and industry advocacy efforts and also have direct investment in Washington State tourism programs.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER USA REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICE CREATES LOCAL SPORTS COMMISSION
In its ongoing mission to create positive economic growth throughout Clark County, the board of directors of the Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office voted to create a new sports commission that will serve as a catalyst for attracting and promoting sports events and tournaments in Clark County, Wash. The newly formed Vancouver USA Regional Sports Commission will serve as a special advisory committee to the board.» read more (PDF)
TOURISM OFFICE ANNOUNCES 2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office is pleased to announce its newly-elected directors and officers for 2012. Effective January 1, 2012, Brian McClary, director of operations for the Heathman Lodge, assumes the position of Board Chair. Eric Walters, general manager of Hilton Vancouver Washington, will be Vice Chair, and Kari Jonassen, general manager of Homewood Suites, will be re-elected as Secretary/Treasurer. Gary Gouger, owner of Gouger Cellars, Karen Hall, owner of the Camas Hotel, and Ryan Ferguson, regional operations manager at MKM Hotels, have joined the board as the newest elected directors.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER USA REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICE ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 2011 TOURISM AWARDS
The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office today announced the recipients of the fifth annual Clark County Tourism Awards, recognizing key individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to tourism and economic growth in the region.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER USA HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL HOT BUTTERED RUN
Southwest Washington and Portland-area residents who want to burn off a few of those extra calories from their Thanksgiving Day dinners will have the perfect opportunity at the second-annual Hot Buttered Run scheduled for Sunday, November 27, 2011. Pearson Air Museum, located at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, will be the start and finish of three races this year: a 12K run, a 5K run/walk and the new 1K Kids’ Kandy Kane Race for children ages five through 12.» read more (PDF)
FORT VANCOUVER NATIONAL TRUST TO HOST 25TH ANNUAL VETERANS PARADE
The Fort Vancouver National Site will once again be the site of one of the largest Department of Veteran Affairs sanctioned parades on the West Coast. On Saturday, November 5, 2011, an anticipated 2,500 individuals representing more than 100 military, veteran and civic organizations will turn out to march or ride in the Veterans Parade at Fort Vancouver, which will wind its way through the grounds of the historic site.» read more (PDF)
FORT VANCOUVER IS SITE FOR 2011 NAIA CROSS COUNTRY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
For the third consecutive year, more than 750 student athletes from the U.S. and Canada will gather at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site to compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Cross Country National Championships. The Cascade Collegiate Conference and Concordia University are hosting the event.» read more (PDF)
RIDGEFIELD NATIONAL WILDLIFE HOLDS 12TH ANNUAL BIRDFEST & BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Birders from around the country will be gathering at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge for the annual BirdFest & Bluegrass Festival. Now in its 12th year, the Festival celebrates the natural beauty and rich culture of the Refuge as well as the beginning of the fall migration and the return of the Sandhill cranes. The Refuge provides habitat to more than 200 species of birds and is an amazing showcase of birds in the Pacific Flyway. The mild winter climate and wetlands along the Columbia River create ideal resting and feeding areas for Canada Geese, Sandhill Cranes, Great Blue Herons, swans, shore and song birds, and a variety of waterfowl.» read more (PDF)
DIRECT AMTRAK SERVICE BETWEEN VANCOUVER, USA, AND VANCOUVER, B.C., BECOMES PERMANENT
Due to its immense popularity, the Amtrak Cascades train that has been providing direct service between Vancouver, USA, and Vancouver, B.C., on a temporary basis, has been made permanent. Originally slated to end on October 31 of this year, the route between the two cities will continue indefinitely based on a recent decision by the Canadian government to permanently waive a proposed $1,500-per-day inspection fee.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, BECOMES MECCA FOR ANIME ENTHUSIASTS OVER LABOR DAY WEEKEND
During the last weekend before school starts and autumn sets in, thousands of anime fans will be gathering in downtown Vancouver dressed up in elaborate costumes for Kumoricon, a regional convention in its ninth year. Attendees dressed up as characters ranging from animated icons to science fiction mainstays will be gathering at the Red Lion at the Quay and Hilton Vancouver Washington hotels enjoying everything from gaming and dancing to exhibits, panel presentations and workshops.» read more (PDF)
FOR FOURTH YEAR, VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, SELECTED AS SITE FOR CROSS COUNTRY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
For the fourth consecutive year, more than 750 student-athletes from the U.S. and Canada will be gathering at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site to compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Cross Country National Championships. The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office, which worked closely with the Cascade Collegiate Conference to book the event, announced today that the NAIA has committed to holding the National Championships in Vancouver in 2012.» read more (PDF)
HARMONY SPORTS COMPLEX SITE OF 2011 VANCOUVER UNITED SUMMER SLAM
Youth soccer players, their families, friends and fans from throughout Washington and Oregon will be gathering at Vancouver’s 40-acre Harmony Sports Complex for the ninth annual Vancouver United Summer Slam, an open soccer tournament hosted by the Vancouver Soccer Alliance. The three-day tournament, which will be held August 26 – 28, 2011, will involve 110 teams with about 1,700 players ages 10 through 18.» read more (PDF)
BOEING'S OLDEST OPERABLE COMMERCIAL AIRPLANE TO BE DISPLAYED AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON'S, PEARSON AIR MUSEUM
At the end of this month, Vancouver’s Pearson Air Museum will be host to the world’s only still-flying Boeing 40C, the company’s oldest passenger airplane originally constructed in 1928. The historic plane will be on display for five days, from Wednesday, August 24 to Saturday, August 28, 2011. Throughout the day on Saturday, August 27, there will be demonstration flights, which will coincide with the Air Museum’s popular Open Cockpit Day.» read more (PDF)
WORLD-RENOWNED MUSICIANS TO HEADLINE THIS YEAR'S VANCOUVER WINE & JAZZ FESTIVAL
Beautiful Esther Short Park, located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, will once again be the site of the hugely popular Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival. This year, jazz enthusiasts from throughout the country will gather to hear such internationally acclaimed musicians as Arturo Sandoval, Coco Montoya, Diane Schuur, Al Jarreau, John Hammond, Bill Frisell, and the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, to name a few.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER USA REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICE WELCOMES NEW MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office announced today that Jill Daniel has joined the team as Marketing and Communications Manager. In her new role, Daniel will be responsible for overseeing marketing, public relations, and advertising initiatives for the tourism office, which represents Vancouver and greater Clark County.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL COLUMBIA RIVER CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE
Based on the success of last year’s inaugural event, the Columbia River Concours d’Elegance has again selected Vancouver for its prestigious showcase of classic cars. Hundreds of rare and exotic cars as well as antique automobiles will be on display on Sunday, August 7, 2011, at the beautiful Officers Row located at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. The event is a fundraiser with all net proceeds going to Rotary International scholarships and service projects.» read more (PDF)
SWEET & SAVORY WALKING TOURS SHOWCASE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON
Food enthusiasts can now sample mouthwatering treats at a wide variety of independently owned ethnic restaurants, cafés, bakeries and other one-of-a-kind specialty shops all within historic downtown Vancouver, Wash. The first-ever Sweet & Savory Food Walking Tours will be held this month providing the opportunity to explore the city’s increasingly popular food scene all while receiving a history lesson.» read more (PDF)
GORGEOUS ALDERBROOK PARK TO HOST SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
In just a few short weeks, the newly renovated Alderbrook Park Resort will be open to the public for a first-ever opportunity to enjoy live music and food on the beautifully forested grounds. The four-week concert series will feature family-friendly music representing a variety of genres.» read more (PDF)
CLARK COUNTY, WASHINGTON, SCENE OF FUN-FILLED FALL AND WINTER FESTIVALS
Even before the leaves begin to change, Clark County, Wash., is gearing up for a busy fall and winter festival season. From the Birdfest & Bluegrass Festival to the Christmas Ship Parade, Vancouver and surrounding Clark County boast numerous music, historic, cultural and family events for locals and visitors alike.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER USA MARATHON ORGANIZERS FORCED TO CHANGE RACE ROUTE DUE TO FLOODING
With just a little more than two weeks before race day, the organizers of Vancouver, Wash.’s, first-ever marathon have had to modify the race route due to high waters that have flooded a portion of the course that borders the Columbia River. Because the race has been certified as a Boston Marathon qualifier, Energy Events, the company sponsoring the marathon, has sought and received certification for a slightly different route that will take runners up a path to Columbia Shore and then back to the waterfront trail, circumventing the flooded area.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER USA REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICE LAUNCHES NEW ONLINE WEDDING PLANNING FEATURE
A new resource is now available to help happy couples plan their nuptials in one of the most beautiful and centrally located regions in the Pacific Northwest. Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office recently launched a special section on its website that provides information on Southwest Washington’s one-of-a-kind special event venues, hotel facilities and other sought-after services such as catering.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, SITE FOR FIRST NORTHWEST 140 CHARACTER CONFERENCE
On May 19, 2011, Vancouver, Washington, will be joining the ranks of such cities as Barcelona, Tel Aviv, London, Los Angeles and New York as the site for a 140 Character Conference, one of just 10 that have been held throughout the world since 2009.
The primary focus of the one-day conference will be how real-time technology (such as Twitter and Facebook) is changing business, government, health care, social services, media, and education.» read more (PDF)
MAY 7-15 DECLARED TRAVEL AND TOURISM WEEK IN VANCOUVER USA
Vancouver and Clark County will join hundreds of cities, states and travel-related businesses nationwide in recognition of the 28th annual National Travel and Tourism Week, to be held May 7-15. To coincide with the national tourism awareness campaign, Vancouver Mayor Tim Leavitt will formally proclaim May 7-15 as “National Tourism Week” at the May 9, 2011 Vancouver City Council meeting. The Mayor’s proclamation signals the start of Clark County’s peak tourism and event season and serves to recognize the important contributions of Clark County’s tourism industry on the lives of its citizens.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER USA REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICE ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO CONVENTION SALES TEAM
Ashley Shimer has accepted a new position with the Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office as Convention Sales Manager. Additionally, two current members of the Vancouver USA team, Debbie Picard and Kelsey Chappelle, have both been promoted to Senior Convention Sales Managers.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER USA REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICE LAUNCHES LOCAL "SHARE YOUR WASHINGTON" CAMPAIGN
Now is the chance for local residents to invite loved ones to experience Southwest Washington, and simultaneously support the local economy, with the launch of Washington State Tourism’s “Share Your Washington” promotion. Created in partnership with Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office and other tourism organizations around the state, Vancouver residents can send their family and friends a special Share Your Washington invitation available online at www.ShareYourWashington.com.» read more (PDF)
CLARK COUNTY WINERIES HOST MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND WINE TOURS
Wineries throughout Clark County, Wash., will be hosting wine tastings and a variety of special events throughout Memorial Day weekend to bring attention to the exceptional wines being produced in Washington’s newest emerging wine region.» read more (PDF)
CLARK COLLEGE HOSTS STATEWIDE STUDENT SCIENCE COMPETITION
Hundreds of students will be gathering in Vancouver, Washington, this month to compete in the Washington State Science Olympiad. The top five to 10 teams from four regional tournaments will be represented at the state tournament, and the top team from each division at the state tournament will go on to compete in the national tournament at the University of Wisconsin in Madison on May 20 to 21 of this year.» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER BECKONS WITH A COLLECTION OF CHARMING FESTIVALS THROUGHOUT SPRING AND SUMMER
Though gray skies and rain may currently dominate the forecast, Vancouver, Wash., located just across the river from downtown Portland, Ore., is gearing up for a busy spring and summer festival season. From the Wine & Jazz Festival to the Concours d’Elegance classic car show, to the largest Fourth of July fireworks show west of the Mississippi, Vancouver and surrounding Clark County boast numerous arts, music, and cultural events for locals and visitors alike.» read more (PDF)
CLARK COUNTY EXPERIENCES SIGNIFICANT INCREASE IN CONVENTION AND GROUP TOUR BOOKINGS
Although the economy in Clark County continues to struggle, a recent report issued by the Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office provides reasons for optimism when it comes to attracting visitors to the region. According to the Tourism Office’s annual report, Clark County experienced a 46 percent increase in convention and group tour bookings in 2010 representing an economic impact to the region of more than $15 million.» read more (PDF)
RIDGEFIELD TO HOST FIRST-EVER WASHINGTON STATE HORSE EXPO
With more horse owners than any county in the state, it is no surprise that the organizers of the Washington State Horse Expo chose Clark County as the site for the state’s newest horse education show. Slated to run from Friday, February 18, through Sunday, February 20, this first-ever event is anticipated to draw more than 3,200 horse enthusiasts from throughout the Northwest to the Clark County Event Center located in Ridgefield, Wash., just north of Vancouver.» read more (PDF)
TOURISM OFFICE ANNOUNCES 2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office is pleased to announce its newly elected directors and officers for 2011. Effective January 1, 2011, Carla Rise, general manager of Residence Inn, assumes the position of Board Chair. Brian McClary, director of operations for The Heathman Lodge, will be Vice Chair, and Kari Jonassen, general manager of Homewood Suites will be Secretary/Treasurer. Eric Walters, general manager of Hilton Vancouver Washington has joined the Board as the newest elected director.» read more (PDF)
VETERANS DAY PARADE TO CELEBRATE MORE THAN 150 YEARS OF VANCOUVER AND NORTHWEST HISTORY
Though few realize it, Vancouver, Wash., (located just minutes north of Portland, Ore.) is steeped in local history. Settled by the British Hudson’s Bay Company as early as 1824 and chartered as a city in 1857, Vancouver was settled long before its namesake to the north. On Saturday, Nov. 6, members of Clark County and surrounding communities will gather to celebrate the region’s storied past with the Veterans Parade at Fort Vancouver. Formerly known as the Celebrate Freedom Veterans Parade, the new name reflects a focus on Vancouver’s deep roots as a military base as well as a new parade route.» read more (PDF)
CLARK COUNTY WINERIES HOST THANKSGIVING WEEKEND WINE TOUR
Wineries throughout Clark County, Wash., will be hosting wine tastings and a
variety of special events throughout Thanksgiving weekend to celebrate the end
of fall harvest in Washington’s newest emerging wine region.» read more (PDF)
FORT VANCOUVER TO LIGHT UP THE NIGHT WITH CAMPFIRES AND CANDLELIGHT
Campfires and Candlelight, an annual event held at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, will depict an evening as it would have been for U.S. Army soldiers, Fort residents and Oregon Trail immigrants in the 1840s. Visitors will be able to experience numerous re- enactments of nighttime activities taking place throughout the Fort grounds and inside Fort Vancouver Village. » read more (PDF)
ELOISA TOWNSEND JOINS THE VANCOUVER USA REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICE AS MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
VANCOUVER, Wash. — The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office announced today that Eloisa Townsend has joined the team as marketing and communications manager. In her new role, Townsend will be responsible for overseeing marketing, public relations, and advertising initiatives for the tourism office, which represents Vancouver and greater Clark County. » read more (PDF)
RIDGEFIELD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE HOLDS 11TH ANNUAL BIRDFEST & BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
RIDGEFIELD, Wash. – October 9 & 10, 2010 - Birders from around the country will be gathering at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge for the annual BirdFest & Bluegrass Festival. Now in its eleventh year, the Festival celebrates the natural beauty and rich culture of the Refuge as well as the begining of the fall migration and the return of the Sandhill Cranes. The Refuge provides habitat to more the 200 species of birds and is an amazing showcase of birds in the Pacific Flyway. The mild winter climate and wetlands along the Columbia River create ideal resting and feeding areas for Canada Geese, Sandhill Cranes, Great Blue Herons, swans, shore and song birds, and a variety of waterfowl. » read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, TO HOST LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL WESTERN REGIONAL TOURNAMENT
VANCOUVER, Wash. – July 31, 2010 - For the seventh year in a row, Vancouver, Washington, has been selected as the host city for the Little League Girls Softball Western Region Tournament, which will draw teams from eight western states. Girls, ages 11 and 12, all who have won their district and state tournaments, will now be competing for one of ten spots in the Little League Softball World Series. The Regional Tournament will be held at Fort Vancouver Little League Field, located in the heart of the city. The week-long tournament will be kicked off with opening ceremonies starting at noon on Saturday, July 31, and will wrap up on Sunday, August 8. » read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, TO HOST TWO SUMMER EVENTS FEATURING RARE COLLECTIONS OF ANTIQUE CARS AND AIRPLANES
VANCOUVER, Wash. – July 1, 2010 - Vancouver, Wash., located in the southwestern corner of the state and just minutes from downtown Portland, Ore., is hosting two great events taking place August 20-22: the 51st Annual Northwest Antique Aircraft Association's Fly-in and the Concours d'Elegance. » read more (PDF)
CLARK COUNTY WINERIES HOST LABOR DAY WEEKEND WINE TOUR
VANCOUVER, Wash. – June 22, 2010 - Wineries throughout Clark County Wash., will be hosting wine tastings and events throughout Labor Day weekend to bring attention to the exceptional wines being produced in Washington's newest emerging wine region. » read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, SITE OF NEWEST NORTHWEST MARATHON
VANCOUVER, Wash. – May 17, 2010 - Runners participating in the Northwest’s newest marathon will have the opportunity to take in the historic sites of Washington’s first city as well as the natural beauty of southwest Washington. The route for the inaugural Vancouver USA Marathon, to be held in June of 2011, will start at Esther Short Park in the heart of downtown Vancouver and will wind past such historic venues as Fort Vancouver and Officers Row. Runners also will have spectacular views of Vancouver Lake, Frenchman’s Bar and the Columbia River.
» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, TO HOST MORE THAN 3,200 CONVENTION DELEGATES DURING JUNE
VANCOUVER, Wash. – May 17, 2010 - Local hotels, restaurants and meeting facilities will be bursting at the seams next month when three major statewide organizations hold their annual conventions in Vancouver. Both the Washington State Democratic and Republican conventions as well as the Association of Washington Cities Annual Conference will all be held during the month of June bringing more than 3,200 delegates to southwest Washington. » read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER-TO-VANCOUVER SAME-DAY AMTRAK SERVICE EXTENDED THROUGH SUMMER MONTHS
VANCOUVER, Wash. – April 16, 2010 - Originally scheduled to end on March 31 of this year, Amtrak has announced it will continue to offer direct same-day train service between Vancouver, British Columbia, and historic Vancouver, Wash., through the end of September 2010. The addition of a second Amtrak Cascades train in late summer of 2009 provided, for the first time, direct round-trip service between Vancouver, Wash., and its namesake Vancouver, B.C. » read more (PDF)
SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON CVB LAUNCHES NEW BRAND
VANCOUVER, Wash. ― March 19, 2010 - In spite of the fact that the southwest region of Washington is home to Vancouver, the fourth largest and oldest city in the state, it has long suffered from a mistaken identity. And, when it comes to attracting tourists to the region, the confusion between Vancouver, Wash., and Vancouver, B.C. has always proven to be a huge hurdle for the Southwest Washington Convention and Visitors Bureau (SWCVB). » read more (PDF)
THE SWCVB ANNOUNCES DEBBIE PICARD AS
CONVENTION
SALES MANAGER
VANCOUVER, Wash. – February 26, 2010 - Debbie Picard has accepted a new position with the Southwest Washington Convention and Visitors Bureau as Convention Sales Manager. Picard has been with the organization for just over two years focusing on tourism development and group tour sales. As Convention Sales Manager, she will be responsible for generating leads and bringing meetings, conventions and group tours to Vancouver and Clark County. Picard has a strong background in sales, and has worked in the Clark County market for over 14 years. » read more (PDF)
SEVEN RECEIVE CLARK COUNTY TOURISM AWARD
VANCOUVER, Wash. – February 19, 2010 - Seven recipients of the Clark County Tourism Awards were announced at an awards ceremony held yesterday, February 18, at The Heathman Lodge. Sponsored by the Vancouver Business Journal, this annual awards celebration is hosted by the Southwest Washington Convention & Visitors Bureau with support from the Clark County Lodging Association, the City of Vancouver and Clark County. It highlights the achievements, successes, partnerships, and leaders in Clark County’s growing tourism industry. » read more (PDF)
CLARK COUNTY HOSPITALITY PARTNERS TRAVEL TO OLYMPIA IN SUPPORT OF TOURISM
VANCOUVER, Wash. – February 10, 2010 - The Southwest Washington Convention & Visitors Bureau along with partners from Clark County’s hospitality industry joined fellow tourism industry representatives from across Washington State in Olympia yesterday, Tuesday February 9th, to show how critical tourism is to the states economy. Tourism is ranked as the 4th largest industry behind software, aerospace and agriculture & food in the state of Washington.
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BUREAU ANNOUNCES 2010 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
VANCOUVER, Wash. – February 2, 2009 - Southwest Washington Convention & Visitors Bureau announces the newly elected directors and officers of their 2009 Board of Directors. Effective January 1, 2009, Gerry Link, General Manager of Hilton Vancouver Washington, assumed the position of Board Chair. Alison Hite, General Manager of SpringHill Suites, assumed the position of Vice Chair, and Brian McClary, Director of Operations for The Heathman Lodge, assumed the position of Secretary/Treasurer. Carla Rise, General Manager of Residence Inn, Kari Jonassen, General Manager of Homewood Suites, and Dan Himes, General Manager of McGrath’s Fish House joined the Board as newly elected directors.
» read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER WELCOMES THE 2009 NAIA NATIONAL
CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
VANCOUVER, Wash. – November 12, 2009 - In just over a week, 650 plus student-athletes representing nearly 150 institutions in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics will converge on Vancouver for the 2009 NAIA Cross Country National Championships. » read more (PDF)
TOURISM CONTRIBUTES $421 TO CLARK COUNTY'S ECONOMY
VANCOUVER, Wash. – October 12, 2009 - According to a study just released by the Washington State Department of Commerce, visitors to Clark County spent a record $421 million in 2008. This number is up 5.36 percent over 2007 and puts Clark County as the sixth highest in visitor spending of all 39 counties in Washington State. » read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER SELECTED AS SITE OF THE 2010 DEMOCRATIC
STATE CONVENTION
VANCOUVER, Wash. – October 2, 2009 - Vancouver has been selected as the site of the 2010 Democratic State Convention to be held June 25 and 26, 2010.
The convention is expected to draw as many as 2,100 attendees for the two day event. » read more (PDF)
SWCVB PARTNERS WITH ALASKA AIRLINES AND ENTERPRISE
RENT-A-CAR TO OFFER GROUP DISCOUNTS
VANCOUVER, Wash. – August 6, 2009 - The Southwest Washington Convention & Visitors Bureau has partnered with Alaska Airlines and Enterprise Rent-A-Car to offer group discounts for its clients traveling into Portland International Airport (PDX). The newly formed partnerships will benefit meeting planners who are looking for ways to cut their expenses in tough economic times in order to continue having face-to-face meetings. » read more (PDF)
VANCOUVER NAMED SITE OF THE 2010 REPUBLICAN STATE CONVENTION
VANCOUVER, Wash. – June 23, 2009 - Vancouver has been selected as the host city for the 2010 Republican State Convention to be held June 10 to June 12, 2010. This is the first time in the party’s 150 year history that the convention will be in Vancouver. » read more (PDF) |
