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Patriotism, partying and pyrotechnics distinguish Nevada’s Fourth of July events
From boat regattas to steam train rides to breathtaking fireworks, Nevada offers plenty of ways to celebrate Independence Day. This summer, make the most of the holiday by attending one of the state’s many spectacular Fourth of July events.
Industry volunteers awarded at NCOT’s Rural Roundup conference for work promoting tourism
Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki and other Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) officials honored industry professionals from around the state Thursday, presenting the annual VolunTourism Awards for exceptional achievement at the 21st annual Rural Roundup tourism conference.
Nevada Commission on Tourism selects Bethany Drysdale to head Public Relations department
Nevada Commission on Tourism selects Bethany Drysdale to head Public Relations department
Rural Roundup attendees will learn latest trends in developing new tourism markets
Nevada’s statewide rural tourism industry will gather in Mesquite April 6-8 for the 21st Annual Rural Roundup conference to learn the latest trends in developing new markets and attracting more visitors from places far and near, including Las Vegas.
Nevada high school applicants sought for tourism industry college scholarship
Applicants are being sought among Nevada high school seniors for the annual $1,000 June Stannard Memorial Scholarship to pursue a college degree that will lead to a career in the tourism industry.
Top gaming and hotel execs to headline the Nevada Governor’s Conference on Tourism
A panel of top hotel executives and gaming experts will address the changing hospitality industry and their strategic plans for 2011 at the Nevada Governor’s Conference on Tourism, Lt. Gov. Brian K. Krolicki announced today.
Tourism Commission awards $362,000 to help rural Nevada communities promote attractions
The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) approved grants Tuesday to help rural communities attract visitors to such diverse attractions as an off-highway vehicle trail for Battle Mountain, a cowboy poetry and music festival in Genoa and a bathtub boat show in Ely.
Nevada Tourism staffer awarded for public relations excellence
Bethany Drysdale, media relations specialist for the Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT), was honored Thursday for her professional excellence by the regional chapter of a national professional organization.
State tourism director resigns; guided innovative advertising campaigns during tight budget years
Director Dann Lewis of the Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT), who guided an innovative year-long advertising campaign that delivered record-breaking results, has resigned effective Dec. 17, Lt. Gov. Brian K. Krolicki announced today.
Nevada Commission on Tourism welcomes winter with new yet nostalgic ad campaign
Winter is fast approaching, and the Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) is counting on a novel ad campaign to lure visitors to the snow-capped mountains of the Silver State.