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2012 Press Releases

The latest news releases from the Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau

Parents’ Night Out in Tacoma Offers Playtime for the Whole Family

Beginning Feb. 17 the Children’s Museum of Tacoma offers parents a night off each month while museum staff entertain and play with their children in a fun and safe environment.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau joins the U.S. Travel Association in Applauding National Strategy to Boost Travel and Tourism

In a first for the U.S., President Barack Obama announced on Monday a national strategy on travel and tourism to boost travel in the United States. The U.S. travel industry is a cornerstone of the U.S. economy, representing $1.8 trillion in economic output and supporting 14 million American jobs.

2011 Press Releases

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Opens its Doors for the Holidays
The Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] is transforming its offices into a variety of tasting rooms for its annual Holiday Party + Open House. Join the TRCVB on Thursday, Dec. 15 from 3-6 p.m. for an evening of joy and merriment.

Pierce County Fall Photo Contest Winner Announced
The Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] has wrapped up its 2011 Fall Photo Contest seeking photographs of Tacoma + Pierce County.

Four Professionals Honored at the Tourism Matters Meeting + Celebrity Awards

Four individuals were honored with awards from the Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] recognizing each for their commitment to the Pierce County tourism industry.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Launches Mobile Site

As a part of its mission to make Tacoma + Pierce County information available to visitors and residents with ease and convenience, the Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] has launched a mobile version of its website that will enable users of any mobile device to access content from TravelTacoma.com.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau and Avaunt Technologies Team Up to go to the “Cloud” for Anytime, Anywhere Access and Time + Money Savings

The Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] is working smarter and faster with its new Cloud services solution by Avaunt Technologies.

The Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Launches Voluntourism Program

The Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] introduces a new voluntourism program. The program can be used as a tool for meeting planners to enhance their events while being socially responsible.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Helps Meeting Planners Go Green

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] planted 108 trees in Tacoma’s McKinley Park yesterday to fulfill its pledge to meeting planners dedicated to "going green" and raise awareness about our destination and social responsibility.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Launches Fall Photo Contest

The Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] is seeking photographs of Tacoma + Pierce County from visitors and locals for the 2011 Fall Photo Contest.

Nominations Open for Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau’s Tourism Celebrity Awards

The Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] announces open nominations for its annual Tourism Celebrity Awards.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Burearu Releases New Destination Video

Today, Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] releases a new destination video showcasing Tacoma + Pierce County attractions and experiences.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Announces New Communications Coordinator

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] announces the arrival of a new team member.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Partners to Create New Destination Video for Pierce County

The Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] has partnered with Hand Crank Films [HCF] and JayRay to produce a new destination video for Tacoma + Pierce County.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau’s Lunde Named one of 30 Emerging Leaders of Destination Marketing

Destination Marketing Association International [DMAI] named Shauna Lunde, Director of Sales and Marketing of Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau [TRCVB] as one of thirty emerging leaders of the destination marketing industry.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Partners with Constant Contact

The TRCVB has joined the Constant Contact Partner Program as a Solution Provider Partner.

TRCVB invites Pierce County residents to celebrate tourism during National Travel + Tourism Week

Celebrate tourism by joining the Tacoma Regional CVB and elected officials at Pierce County Visitor Information Centers during the 28th Annual National Travel and Tourism Week, May 7-15.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Receives City of Destiny Award

TRCVB has received the City of Destiny Award from the City of Tacoma. Mayor Marilyn Strickland and Tacoma City Council will recognize outstanding volunteers at the 25th annual awards event at 7 p.m. on May 10, 2011 at Stadium High School Auditorium in Tacoma.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Secures Four Major Conventions for 2011 to 2012

The TRCVB in collaboration with industry and community partners, has secured the conventions of Joint Affordable Housing Management Association of Washington and Washington State Council for Affordable + Rural Housing, National Railway Historical Society, Meeting Professionals International Cascadia and Washington State Republican Party.

TRCVB a Finalist for Business Examiner’s 2011 South Sound Top Places to Work

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau, the official destination marketing organization for Tacoma + Pierce County, is an award finalist for the Business Examiner’s 2011 South Sound Top Places to Work.

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau Achieves Destination Marketing Accreditation

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau is happy to announce that it has been awarded accreditation from the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program.

2010 Press Releases

Enter Photo Contest for the 2011 Tacoma Regional Visitor Guide
The TRCVB is again looking to locals and visitors to submit photos for the official 2011 Tacoma Regional Visitor Guide

Tacoma Regional CVB Launches Online Housing Reservation System
The TRCVB announced that MeetingMax Systems will handle its online housing reservation needs for meeting planners

Announcing New Team Member
The TRCVB is happy to announce the arrival of a new sales coordinator

Announcing Four New Team Members
The TRCVB is happy to announce the arrival of four new team members to sales, marketing and conference services departments

"Pierce County Dances Together" on National Dance Day: July 31, 2010
Join “Pierce County Dances Together” for the first ever National Dance Day encouraging the nation, young and old, to move

Pierce County Celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week: May 8-16, 2010
The TRCVB joins hundreds of cities, states and travel-related businesses nationwide in recognition of the 27th Annual National Travel and Tourism Week

TRCVB Announces Four New Team Members
The TRCVB is happy to announce the arrival of four new team members to operations, marketing and communications departments

2009-2015 Strategic Business Plan
The Strategic Business Plan includes initiatives the TRCVB is undertaking to maximize tourism opportunities for the region