Minnesota Boosts Tourism with New Tourism Improvement District Legislation!
Minnesota’s tourism landscape is on the cusp of a major transformation with the recent passage of the SF 1811 Omnibus Tax Law. This landmark legislation paves the way for the establishment of Tourism Improvement Districts (TIDs) throughout the state, promising to revitalize the tourism industry. The passage of this revolutionary act is credited to the […]
Voting Yes for Tourism
Tourism funding continues to be a politically charged issue. While there is a mixed reaction to tourism funding in many communities, a few trends emerged in this recent cycle. Across the country, younger voters showed up more than ever before, and many counties’ and cities’ priorities shifted with the casting of ballots, including an increased […]
Guest Post: How tourism, meetings, & events professionals can (learn to) “be the change”
Enrich regenerative impact with immersive, collaborative education By: GDS-Movement Whether you launch into 2022 with a sense of renewal or relapse, transformational times invite a fresh approach that profits the whole. The last few (hundred) years have brought shifts like sheer cliffs. Some of us feel we’ve had to flip 180; others are still spinning. […]
US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board: Letter to EDA
On April 23, 2021, the United States Travel and Tourism Advisory Board (TTAB) submitted a letter to the Economic Development Administration (EDA) outlining three main recommendations for how American Rescue Plan funding can be used to stimulate local economies through tourism. TTAB explains that tourism is vital for communities working to rebuild their economies: three […]
