Please check our Travel Advisory page for the latest guidelines and restrictions for Washington State and Whatcom County before planning an outing. We also encourage contacting the events directly via ... [Continue Reading]
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Launching Soon: The Maritime Washington National Heritage Area
Starting in January, the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation will work with coastal communities throughout the state to chart a course for the new Maritime Washington National Heritage Area. ... [Continue Reading]
Newly Released Washington State Tourism Statistics Mark Stunning Decline from Coronavirus Between 2019 and 2020
Figures released by the Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) indicate that tourism in Washington State logged double digit growth during the past five years - generating $10.9 billion in direct state GDP ... [Continue Reading]
Gov. Jay Inslee announces easing of outdoor restrictions
Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee has announced a partial re-opening of some outdoor recreation activities beginning May 5, 2020. “When I rolled out, ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy’ over a month ago, ... [Continue Reading]
Washington Tourism Alliance Names David Blandford Interim Executive Director
The Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) announced the appointment of David Blandford as its Interim Executive Director, effective May 4, 2020. Blandford will lead the organization’s marketing activities ... [Continue Reading]
Washington State Dept. of Commerce Grant Helps Hotels Provide Rooms for COVID-19 Responders and Vulnerable Populations
Hotel owners across Washington may have an opportunity to help their communities and fill empty rooms, thanks to a $30-million state emergency housing grant from the state Department of ... [Continue Reading]