Associate Application
ABINGDON CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
335 Cummings Street
Abingdon, VA 24210
276-676-2282 OR 800-435-3440
FAX 276-676-3076
Email: kcostello@abingdon-va.gov
Web: www.abingdon.com
Kevin Costello, Director of Tourism/ Executive Director
Tonya H. Triplett, Sales Manager
Email: ttriplett@abingdon-va.gov
ALPINE HELEN/WHITE COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
P.O. Box 730
Helen, GA 30545
706-878-2181 OR 800-858-8027
FAX 706-878-4032
Email: jbrown@helenga.org
Web: www.helenga.org
Jerry Brown, Director
ATLANTA'S GWINNETT CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
6500 Sugarloaf Parkway, Suite 200
Duluth, GA 30097
770-814-6049 OR 888-494-6638
FAX 770-623-1667
Email: celeeper@gcvb.org
Web: www.gcvb.org
Cricket Elliott-Leeper, Sales Manager
Description: Representing 98 hotels just 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta on I-85. Gwinnett County offers easy accessibility and affordability.
ATLANTIC CITY CONVENTION & VISITORS AUTHORITY
2314 Pacific Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
609-449-7151 OR 888-AC-VISIT
FAX 609-345-2200
Email: hcolache@accva.com
Web: www.AtlanticCityNJ.com
Heather Colache
Website Code - MP
Description: Atlantic City. . .you've heard the stories about this empire by the sea. Isn't it time you experienced it for yourself? Hosting more than 30 million visitors a year, Atlantic City is a seaside resort and glittering gaming capital of the United States' East Coast. Atlantic City CVA is a full-serivce DMO available to assist you with planning your group tours.
BALTIMORE TOURISM ASSOCIATION
P.O. Box 2254
Baltimore, MD 21203
410-552-5279
Email: info@baltimoretourism.com
Web: www.baltimoretourism.com
Jane Scheffsky, President
BAYOU LAFOURCHE AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
P.O. Box 340
Raceland, LA 70394
985-537-5800 OR 877-537-5800
FAX 985-537-5831
Email: peggy@visitlafourche.com
Web: www.visitlafourche.com
Peggy Benoit, Tourism Sales Manager
Description: A full service CVB catering to individuals, tour operators, group leaders and tour planners, located 40 miles southwest of downtown New Orleans. Complementary welcome reception to motorcoach groups that overnight in the Bayou Lafourche area. Personalized itinerary/accommodation assistance, attraction and dining information, FAM tours upon request. Come visit us "Down on the Bayou!"
BEDFORD WELCOME CENTER
816 Burks Hill Road
Bedford, VA 24523
540-587-5682 OR 877-447-3257
FAX 540-587-5983
Email: sergei@visitbedford.com
Web: www.visitbedford.com
Sergei Troubetzkoy, Director of Tourism
Description: Certified Virginia Convention & Visitors Bureau.
A full-service group tour booking and assistance agency.
BERKELEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
P.O. Box 968
Moncks Corner, SC 29461
843-761-8238
FAX 843-899-6491
Email: emorgan@bcoc.com
Web: www.visitberkeleycounty.com
Elaine Morgan, CEO
BUCKS COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
3207 Street Road
Bensalem, PA 19020
215-639-0300 x229 OR 800-836-BUCK x229
FAX 215-642-3277
Email: darbani@visitbuckscounty.com
Web: www.visitbuckscounty.com
Dawn Arbani, Tourism Sales Manager
Website Code- VGMT
Description: One Destination, Countless Experience! We invite you to experience the diversity Bucks County, Pennsylvania offers in its beauty, history, culture, recreation and shopping. The possibilities are endless!
BURLINGTON/ ALAMANCE COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
610 South Lexington Avenue
P.O. Box 519
Burlington, NC 27216
336-570-1444 OR 800-637-3804
FAX 336-228-1330
Email: amanda@visitalamance.com
Web: www.visitalamance.com
Amanda Burgess, Sales & Marketing Coordinator
Description: The Burlington/Alamance County CVB offers the following
services for groups and tour operators. Customized itineraries, Group tour planners,
Familiarization tours, Promotional material, and Welcome packages
including discount shopping coupons for each member of the group.
CALVERT COUNTY TOURISM
Courthouse, 175 Main Street
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
410-535-4583 OR 800-331-9771
FAX 410-535-4585
Email: bakija@co.cal.md.us
Web: www.ecalvert.com
Joyce A. Stinnett Baki, Tourism Specialist
Katie Baker, Tourism Program Assistant
Ronda Ward, Tourism Program Assistant
Description: With lighthouse, trails, museums, festivals and shops, there’s always something to enjoy her on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay.
CHARLOTTESVILLE ALBEMARLE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
P.O. Box 178
Charlottesville, VA 22902
434-293-6789 OR 877-386-1103
FAX 434-295-2176
Email: director@visitcharlottesville.org
Web: www.visitcharlottesville.org
Kurt Burkhart, Executive Director
434-970-3635 OR 434-906-4242
Description: Ful service sales person to assist with your travel planning and bookings. Group destinations are Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, Ash Lawn Highlands and more!
CHATTANOOGA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
736 Market Street, 18th Floor
Chattanooga, TN 37402
423-424-4431 OR 800-322-3344 x3031
FAX 423-265-1630
Email: srees@chattanoogacvb.com
Web: www.chattanoogafun.com
Shelda Rees, CTIS, CTP, TMP, Director of Tourism
Tina Riehle, Tourism Assistant
Direct: 423-424-4439
Email: tinar@chattanoogacvb.com
Website Code- T
Description: Full Service Bureau that saves you time and money. Let us help plan your
itinerary planning,
Chattanooga and Tennessee trips. Great attractions, scenic beauty,
" A Great City by Nature." Home of Lookout Mountain,
Rock City, Ruby Falls, and TN Aquarium.
CHESAPEAKE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
860 Greenbrier Circle, Suite 101
Chesapeake, VA 23320
757-502-4898 OR 888-889-5551
FAX 757-502-8016
Email: jbunn@cityofchesapeake.net
Web: www.visitchesapeake.com
C. Jeff Bunn, Sales Manager
Description: Minutes from Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Colonial Williamsburg and the Outer Banks. Accomodations/Itinerary Assistance Available.
CITY OF PORTSMOUTH
801 Crawford Street
Portsmouth, VA 23704
757-393-5327 x5203
FAX 757-393-8265
Email: jamesl@portsmouthva.gov
Web: www.portsva.com
Lynette James, Marketing Coordinator
CULPEPER DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM
111 S. Commerce Street
Culpeper, VA 22701
540-727-0611 OR 888-CUL-PEPER
FAX 540-727-0648
Email: director@visitculpeperva.com
Web: www.visitculpeperva.com
RSS: www.visitculpeperva.com/rss.cfm
Lori Sorrentino, Director of Tourism
Description: Civil War battefields at Cedar Mountain, Brandy Station, Kelly's Ford. Wine and Moonshine. Classic movies at Library of Congress Theater. Historic Downtown shopping and dining.
CUMBERLAND VALLEY VISITORS BUREAU
401 E Louther St. Ste 209
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-240-7191 OR 888-513-5130
FAX 717-243-6928
Email: dawn@visitcumberlandvalley.com
Web: visitcumberlandvalley.com
Dawn Rickenbach, Sales Manager
DELEWARE TOURISM OFFICE
99 Kings Highway
Dover, DE 19901
302-672-6804 OR 866-284-7483
FAX 302-739-5749
Email: heather.kenton@state.de.us
Web: www.visitdeleware.com
Heather Kenton, Tourism Development Leader
Description: Visit Delaware! Delaware's accessibility, and diversity in attractions make our state an ideal destination for group tours. Please call us to schedule your next trip to the First State!
DESTINATION DC
901 7th Street NW 4th Floor
Washington, DC 20001
202-789-7001
Email: morgan.maravich@destinationdc.com
Web: www.washington.org
Morgan Maravich, Tourism Services Manager
Description: Destination DC can help you create a seamless tour experience as we offer assistance with itenerary planning, accommodations, group-friendly venues for acticities, performances and much more!
DISCOVER LEHIGH VALLEY
840 Hamilton Street, Suite 200
Allentown, PA 18101
800-MEET-HERE
FAX 610-882-0343
Email: marc@discoverlehighvalley.com
Web: www.discoverlehighvalley.com
Marc Kaminetsky, CTIS, National Sales Manager
Description: Located 90 minutes west of NYC and 60 minutes north of Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley features a diverse range of entertainment, events and attractions affordable for everyone.
DISCOVER PRINCE WILLIAM & MANASSAS
10611 Balls Ford Road, Suite 110
Manassas, VA 20109
703-396-7130 OR 800-432-1792
FAX 703-396-7160
Email: mark@visitpwc.com
Web: www.visitpwc.com
Mark Kowalewski, Director of Sales
Description: Located just minutes from Washington DC, Prince William County & Manassas, VA offers rich history, abundant outdoor recreation, fantastic shopping
and championship golf. Discover why our unique blend of southern hospitality
and charm has attracted millions.
DUPLIN COUNTY TOURISM
114 E. Hill Street
Kenansville, NC 28349
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 965
Kenansville, NC 28349
910-296-2181
FAX 910-296-1060
Email: director@uncorkduplin.com
Web: www.uncorkduplin.com
Kristina Ayres, Executive Director
Description: Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center.
EXPERIENCE COLUMBUS
277 West Nationwide Blvd., Suite 125
Columbus, OH 43215
614-221-6623 OR 800-354-2657
FAX 614-221-5618
Email: apreston@experiencecolumbus.com
Web: www.experiencecolumbus.com
Alissa Preston, Tourism Sales Manager
Description: Get hands-on in Columbus. Our 60 plus experiential activities include sports, culinary activities, gardens, history, arts & culture and more!
FRANKLIN COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU
14 North Main Street
Chambersburg, PA 17201
717-709-7204 OR 866-646-8060
FAX 717-709-7203
Email: fcvb@co.franklin.pa.us
Web: www.explorefranklincountypa.com
Janet Pollard, Director of Tourism & Communication
Mary Harris, Administrative Assistant
Webiste Code- GMPT
Description: Explore Franklin county PA! Heritage, culture, and recreation
amidst the year-round beauty of the Cumberland Valley-
and a short drive to Gettysburg, Lancaster and Hershey.
FREDERICKSBURG REGIONAL TOURISM PARTNERSHIP
706 Caroline Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-372-1216 OR 866-405-3046
FAX 540-372-6587
Email: lhill@fburg.city.state.va.us
Web: www.fredericksburgvirginia.net
Lura Hill, Tourism Sales Manager
Website Code- MTP
Description: Experience authentic Colonial and Civil War history in the
Fredericksburg area, Spotsylvania County and Stafford County. Quaint shopping and restaurants in Old Town.
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
75 Fifth Street NW, Suite 1200
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-962-4175
FAX 404-962-4083
Email: pkruseck@georgia.org
Web: www.exploregeorgia.org
Pam Kruseck, Senior Sales Manager
Nija Vereen, Operations Manager
Description: Satae of Georgia Tourism Office.
GETTYSBURG CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
571 West Middle Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
717-338-1053
FAX 717-334-1166
Email: jenny@gettysburg.travel
Web: www.gettysburg.travel
Jenny McConnell, Director of Sales
Stacy Fox, Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Website Code- MT
Description: Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, 2011-2015. Experience the history of the Battle and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address through tours, museums, living history and events.
GREATER BIRMINGHAM CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
2200 Ninth Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35203
205-458-8000 x206 OR 800-458-8085 x206
FAX 205-458-8086
Web: www.inbirmingham.org
Tara Walton, Director of Tourism
Email: twalton@birminghamal.org
Sara B. Hamlin, Vice President of Tourism
Email: shamlin@birminghamal.org
Sharon Brown, Tourism Sales Manager
Email: sbrown@birminghamal.org
Cynthia McHeard, Tourism Sales Manager
Email: cmcheard@birminghamal.org
Description: Multifaceted bureau catering to the individual travelers
and tour operators, group leaders and tour planners. We assist with
Reunion Planning. Motorcoach groups that overnight in the Birmingham,
Jefferson County
area receive a complimentary "Birmingham Send-Off".
GREATER READING CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
2525 North 12th Street, Suite 101
Reading, PA 19605
610-375-4085 OR 800-443-6610
FAX 610-375-9606
Email: cy@readingberkspa.com
Web: www.takearide.com
Cy Klapchar, Group Tour Manager
Description: Come see why 9.5 million people visit yearly. We are where the"real deals" are in shopping, lodging, antiquing and more.
GREATER SUMMERVILLE/ DORCHESTER COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
402 North Main Street
Summerville, SC 29483
843-873-2931
FAX 843-873-4464
Email: mwilliams@greatersummerville.org
Web: www.visitsummerville.com
Melissa Williams, Director of Tourism
GREATER WILLIAMSBURG CHAMBER & TOURISM ALLIANCE
P.O. Box 3495
Williamsburg, VA 23187
757-229-6511 OR 800-360-6511
FAX 757-253-1397
Email: bunting@williamsburgcc.com
Web: www.explorewilliamsburg.com
Vivian Bunting, Sales Manager, Tourism
Description: Group tour planning assistance for Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown, America's Historic Triangle!
GROUPCONNECT, INC.
(See Tour Receptives)
HAGERSTOWN-WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
16 Public Square
Hagerstown, MD 21740
301-791-3246 x14 OR 888-257-2601 x14
FAX 301-791-2601
Email: betsyd@marylandmemories.org
Web: www.marylandmemories.org
Betsy DeVore, Director of Sales
Description: Hagerstown, MD is located along I-81. The CVB offers itineraries, DVD,
and many group services to help in your planning.
HALIFAX COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
260 Premier Blvd.
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
252-535-1681 OR 800-522-4282
FAX 252-535-5767
Email: lmedlin@visithalifax.com
Web: www.visithalifax.com
Lori R. Medlin, Executive Director
Description: Promoting the travel and tourism industry in the Halifax County area including accomodations, attractions, dining and retail.
HAMPTON CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
1919 Commerce Drive, Suite 290
Hampton, VA 23666
800-487-8778 OR 757-728-5319
FAX 757-896-4600
Email: bnewton@hamptoncvb.com
Web: www.visithampton.com
Bruce Newton, CTP, Group Sales Manager
HICKORY METRO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
1960-A 13th Avenue Drive SE
Hickory, NC 28602
828-322-1335 OR 800-509-2444
FAX 828-322-8983
Email: tara@hickorymetro.com
Web: www.hickorymetro.com
Tara M. Hicks, MBA, Director of Sales & Marketing
Description: Nestled in the foothills of NC, Hickory is easily accessible
from I-77 and Hwy 321.
Offering 2,060 hotel rooms and dozens of restaurants.
HOUMA AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
P.O. Box 2792
Houma, LA 70361
985-868-2732 OR 800-688-2732
FAX 985-868-7170
Email: hal.moser@houmatravel.com
Web: www.houmatravel.com
Hal Moser, Tourism Manager
Sharon Alford, Executive Director
Description: Located less than an hour drive from southwest of New Orleans, the Houma area is known for its cajun culture, cuisine, and heritage.
I-95, NC DESTINATIONS
1535-A Booker Dairy Road
Smithfield, NC 27577
919-989-8687 OR 800-441-7829
FAX 919-989-6295
Email: info@johnstoncountync.org
Web: www.americasmainstreetnc.com
Donna Bailey-Taylor, Executive Director
Amanda Astoske, Tourism Sales Manager
Description: Ga Exit # 3 off I-95. We offer a clean welcome center and with a 72-hour notice we can provide a motorcoach welcome, too.
KINGSLAND CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
1190 East Boone Ave.
Kingsland, GA 31548
912-729-5999 OR 800-433-7258
FAX 912-729-7258
Email: jennifer@visitkingsland.com
Web: www.visitkingsland.com
Jennifer Rash, Sales Manager
Tonya Rosado, Tourism Director
Description: GA Exit 3 off I-95. We offer a clean Welcome Center and within 72 hours notice, a Motorcoach Welcome!
Website Code - P
KNOXVILLE TOURISM & SPORTS CORPORATION
301 S. Gay Street
Knoxville, TN 37902
865-342-9122 OR 800-727-8045
FAX 865-673-4400
Email: cbrothers@knoxviille.org
Web: www.knoxville.org
Charlotte Brothers, Sales Manager
Description: Itinerary planning, step on guides, FAM Tours and marketing aides are services available. Located the Crossroads of I-75, I-40, and I-81.
LEXINGTON, NC TOURISM AUTHORITY & VISITOR CENTER
114 E Center Street
Lexington, NC 27292
336-236-4218 OR 866-604-2389
FAX 336-236-4220
Email: info@visitlexingtonnc.com
Web: www.visitlexingtonnc.com
Robin Bivens, Executive Director
Description: Representing World Famous Barbecue, Fine Art, Fast Cars, Award Winning Wines and Historic Uptown Lexington, NC.
LUZERNE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
56 Public Square
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
570-819-1877 OR 888-905-2872
FAX 570-819-1882
Email: janet.hall@luzernecounty.org
Web: www.tournepa.com
Janet Allen, Director of Sales & Marketing
Description: Home of the new Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. Located on I-81,
Wilkes-Barre/ Hazleton is a convenient shop on your way everywhere.
LYNCHBURG REGIONAL CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
2015 Memorial Avenue
Lynchburg, VA 24501
434-845-5966 OR 800-732-5821
FAX 434-522-9592
Email: chunter@lynchburgchamber.org
Web: www.discoverlynchburg.org
Courtney Hunter, Group Sales Manager
Description: Discover history, natural beauty, arts and culture in
every direction!
Specialty shopping, antiques, fine restaurants, golf and more!
MARYLAND OFFICE OF TOURISM
401 East Pratt Street, 14th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-767-6288
FAX 410-333-6643
Email: rgilbert@visitmaryland.org
Web: www.visitmaryland.org/groups
Rich Gilbert, Travel Trade Sales Manager
Description: Maryland offers a world of travel opportunities and there are a variety of experiences for groups. There are a number of options, from the mountains to the bay to the ocean; there is something for everyone. Our close proximity to Washington, DC, provides ample opportunity for your senior, student or performing groups. Whether you need help with trip planning, creating itineraries or distributing leads, we will be happy to offer assistance.
MERCER COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
P.O. Box 4088
Bluefield, WV 24701
304-325-8438 OR 800-221-3206
FAX 304-324-8483
Email: marie@visitmercercounty.com
Web: www.visitmercercounty.com
Marie Blackwell, TMP, Executive Director/Group Sales
Description: "Discover America's Coal Story"-Located in West Virginia's Southern Gateway, Exits 1 & 9 off I-77. Coal and railroad heritage, variety of attractions.
NEW ORLEANS PLANTATION COUNTRY
2900 Hwy. 51
LaPlace, LA 70068
985-359-2783 OR 866-204-7782
FAX 985-359-2595
Email: kimmie@neworleansplantaioncountry.com
Web: www.neworleansplantationcountry.com
Kimmie Carlos, Tourism Sales Manager
Jay Tusa, Director
Description: We are a full service Convention and Visitors Bureau located between New Orleans and Baton. Surrounded by 9 beautiful plantations, homes and bed and breakfasts.
Website Code: G, R
NEWPORT NEWS TOURISM DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
700 Town Court Drive, Suite 320
Newport News, VA 23606
757-926-1442 OR 888-493-7386
FAX 757-926-1441
Web: www.newport-news.org
Description: Minutes from Williamsburg and
Jamestown/ Yorktown
and a
short drive to Virginia Beach. Accommodations/ itinerary assistance,
motorcoach"meet & greet" and more available.
NORTH CAROLINA'S NORTHEAST COMMISSION
119 W. Water Street
Edenton, NC 27932
252-482-4333 OR 888-872-8562
FAX 252-482-3366
Email: info@ncnortheast.com
Web: www.ncnortheast.com
Vann Rogerson
Hannah Jones, Regional Assistant
Description: Our sixteen county region offers a variety of historic, cultural and recreational opportunities. From the historic plantations and the legend of Blackbeard to golfing and the world famous beaches of North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Our region is full of places and events that celebrate our heritage and future!
OCEAN CITY DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM
4001 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, MD 21842
410-289-2800 OR 800-626-2326
FAX 410-289-0058
Email: ndobrowolski@ococean.com
Web: www.ococean.com
Norma Dobrowolski, Tour & Travel Coordinator
Website Code- GTR
Description: Explore Ocean City, Maryand's enchanting seaside resort,
beautiful beaches, fun filled boardwalk, fantastic fishing and great golf.
Exciting dining options from Boardwalk fare to world-class chef's preparations. Environmental, historical, and cultural tours while you enjoy an outing at the shore!
OLDE ENGLISH DISTRICT TOURISM COMMISSION
(Northern South Carolina: Chester, Chesterfield, Fairfield,
Kershaw, Lancaster, Union & York Counties)
116 Gadsden Street
P.O. Box 1440
Chester, SC 29706
800-728-1842 OR 803-385-6800
FAX 803-581-8977
Email: smshiple@sctravel.net
Web: www.sctravel.net
Strauss Moore Shiple, Projects Manager/ Group Tour Representative
ONEIDA COUNTY TOURISM
P.O. Box 551
Utica, NY 13503-0551
315-724-7221 OR 800-426-3132
FAX 315-724-7335
Email: sarah@oneidacountytourism.com
Web: www.oneidacountytourism.com
Sarah Foster
OUTER BANKS VISITORS BUREAU
One Visitors Center Circle
Manteo, NC 27954
252-473-2138 OR 877-629-4386
FAX 252-473-5777
Email: love@outerbanks.org
Web: www.outerbanks.org
Lorrie Love, Group Tourism Sales Manager
PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
501 Greenfield Road
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-735-1640
FAX 717-299-0470
Email: abialas@padutchcountry.com
Web: www.padutchcountry.com
Audrey Bialas, Director of Tourism Sales
Susan Kimball, Group Sales Coordinator
Email: skimball@padutchcountry.com
Description: Experience outstanding theatre, outlet shopping, local cuisine,
historical sites and much more - all nestled amidst Amish farmland in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country.
PA'S LAUREL HIGHLANDS
120 East Main Street
Ligonier, PA 15658
800-333-5661 x108 OR 724-238-5661 x108
FAX 724-238-3673
Email: lmauzy@laurelhighlands.org
Web: www.laurelhighlands.org
Linda Mauzy, Group Marketing Manager
Website Code- MT
Description: Seeking four seasons of incredible oppurtunity? Famous architecture, impressive history and rejuvination! Consider PA's Laurel Highlands, a Place of Wonder!
PHILADELPHIA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
1700 Market Street, Suite 3000
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-636-3312 OR 800-225-5745 x2 option3
FAX 267-479-6312
Email: kathleent@pcvb.org
Web: www.philadelphiausa.travel
Connor Sharkey, Director of Tourism Sales
Description: Philadelphia, the birthplace of America has everything you're looking for in a destination.
Experience the world-class restaurants, spectacular sightseeing, exciting nightlife,
tax-free shopping, renowned cultural attractions, and truly amazing history.
The Philadelphia CVB is a full-service destination marketing organization providing
personalized itnerary assistance.
PIGEON FORGE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM
P.O. Box 1390
Pigeon Forge, TN 37868-1390
865-453-8574 OR 800-285-7557
FAX 865-429-0474
Web: www.pigeonforgetours.com
Joy McNealy, CTIS, Senior Sales Manager
Email: jmcnealy@mypigeonforge.com
Kay Poole, Sales Manager
Email: kpoole@mypigeonforge.com
Description: A full service destination marketing organization that gladly
provides itinerary and planning suggestions, information on attractions,
routes, travel time, local contacts and Familiarization tour opportunities.
PINE BLUFF CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
One Convention Center Plaza
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
870-536-7600 x2145 OR 800-536-7660 x2145
FAX 870-850-2105
Email: smadsen@cablelynx.com
Web: www.pinebluffcvb.org
Susie Madsen, CTIS, Group Travel & Services Mgr.
Description: Assist operators with hotel/motel reservations/restaurant,
choices/attraction tours and provide free step-on-guide while visiting Pine Bluff area.
POCONO MOUNTAINS VISITORS BUREAU
1004 Main Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
570-421-5791 x3130 OR 800-722-9199
FAX 570-421-6927
Email: tourismsales@poconos.org
Web: www.800poconos.com
Ann Pilcher, Tourism Sales Manager
RICHMOND METROPOLITAN CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
401 North 3rd Street
Richmond, VA 23219
804-783-7409 OR 800-370-9004
FAX 804-780-2577
Email: jlawson@richmondva.org
Web: www.tourrichmondva.com
Janie Lawson, Tourism Sales Manager, CTIS
Website Code- MRT
Description: Historic Richmond Region - 400+ years of history, arts, theater, and glorious gardens. Come see why it's "Easy to Love!"
RICHMOND MOTORCOACH NETWORK
7109 Staples Mill Road #101
Richmond, VA 23228-4110
804-512-4427
Email: rmninfo@yahoo.com
Web: www.richmondmotorcoachnetwork.com
Christina Norton, Chairman
SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION & TOURISM
1205 Pendleton Street, Suite 110
Columbia, SC 29201
803-734-1164
FAX 803-734-1163
Email: dchewning@scprt.com
Web: www.DiscoverSouthCarolina.com
Dolly Chewning
ST. MARY'S COUNTY DIVISION OF TOURISM
P.O. Box 653
Leonardtown, MD 20650
301-475-4200 OR 800-327-9023
FAX 301-475-4414
Email: rebecca.lira@stmarysmd.com
Web: www.visitstmarysmd.com/
Rebecca Lira, Tourism Coordinator
Description: Where the Potomac meets the Chesapeake and Maryland begins! Just south of D.C. find the group friendly attractions, restaurants and hotels.
Website Code- R
STANLY COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
P.O. Box 909
Albemarle, NC 28002
704-986-2583 OR 800-650-1476
FAX 704-983-5000
Email: dcarpenter@stanlychamber.org
Web: www.stanlycvb.com
Donna Carpenter, Executive Director
Description: Covering 402 square miles of rolling
hills in the Piedmont region of South Central North Carolina.
SUFFOLK DIVISION OF TOURISM
524 North. Main Street
Suffolk, VA 23434
757-514-4130 OR 866-SEE-SUFK
FAX 757-514-4145
Email: visitsuffolk@city.suffolk.va.us
Web: www.suffolk-fun.com
Therea L. Earles, Tourism Development Manager
Kevin Sary, Visitor Center Coordinator
Website Code- M
Description: Suffolk is the perfect blend of rural and urban, small town and big city. Our historically hip attractions and eco-adventures have made Suffolk a good time destination for all ages.
THE HEART OF APPALACHIA TOURISM AUTHORITY
P.O. Box 186
St. Paul, VA 24283
276-762-0011
FAX 276-762-7611
Email: info@heartofappalachia.com
Web: www.heartofappalachia.com
Samantha Landingham, Tourism Administrator
TOURISM COUNCIL OF FREDERICK COUNTY
19 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
301-600-4050 OR 800-999-3613
FAX 301-600-4044
Email: tahalt@fredco-md.net
Web: www.fredericktourism.org
Tiffany Ahalt, Tourism Marketing Manager
John Fiesler, Executive Director
Website Code - M
Description: Promotes Frederick County, MD as a destination by providing suggested itineraries and information on group friendly lodging, attractions, restaurants, and historic sites.
TRI-CITIES TENNESSEE TRAVEL CONNECTION
P.O. Box 415
Jonesborough, TN 37659
423-913-5550 OR 800-468-6882
FAX 423-913-5555
Email: tourism@netta.com
Web: www.tri-citiestntravelconnection.com
Matt Bolas, CTTP, Executive Director, Bristol CVB
Barbara Kite, CTTP, Director of Group Tours, Kingsport CVB
Brenda Whitson, Executive Director, Johnson City CVB
Description: A full-service destination marketing organization representing the destination of "America's First Frontier"- Bristol, Johnson City, and Kingsport, TN. Home of Storytelling and Tennessee's Oldest Town; World's Fastest Half-Mile NASCAR Track and the Birthplace of Country Music; the First Headquarters of the Southwest Territory and the World's Largest Deposit of Fossilized Tapirs; 3,550 acre Nature Preserve with a State of the Art Planetarium and Kingsport's "White House."
TUSCALOOSA TOURISM & SPORTS COMMISSION
1305 Greensboro Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
205-391-9200 OR 800-538-8696
FAX 205-759-9002
Email: lynette@tcvb.org
Web: www.visittuscaloosa.com
Lynette Thomas-Rice, TMP
Director of Tourism Development
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
124 East High Avenue
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
330-602-2420 OR 800-527-3387
FAX 330-602-2433
Email: grouptour@traveltusc.com
Web: www.traveltusc.com
Tiffany Gerber, Tourism Manager
Website Code- GT
Description: Ohio's most diversity county- the gateway to Ohio's Amish Country,
Appalachian Ohio & the Ohio & Eric Canal. Warther Carvings, Amish, Victoria teas,
Native American, Outdoor Dramas, Progressive Dinners, Hands-on Activities,
Affordable Lodging. Less than two hours from Cleveland, Columbus, Wheeling & Pittsburgh!
Small Towns. . .BIG Stories!
VALLEY FORGE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
1000 1st Avenue, Suite 101
King of Prussia, PA 19406
610-834-7984
FAX 610-834-0202
Email: reif@valleyforge.org
Web: www.valleyforge.org
Aimee Reif, Tourism Sales Manager
Webiste Code- MT
Description: Southeastern PA's group tour headquarters!
Various accommodations, historic homes, museums,
gardens and new premium outlet shopping. Only 18 miles from Philadelphia.
VIRGINIA BEACH CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
2101 Parks Avenue, Suite 500
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757-385-6642
FAX 757-437-4747
Email: jcoggin@visitvirginiabeach.com
Web: www.visitvirginiabeach.com
Jim Coggin, Tourism Sales Manager
Website Code- MT
Description: Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay. VA Beach is the place to "Live the Life."
VIRGINIA TOURISM CORPORATION
901 East Byrd Street
Richmond, VA 23219
804-545-5543 OR 800-759-0886
FAX 804-545-5501
Email: ctorricelli@virginia.org
Web: www.virginia.org
Carol Torricelli, Director of Domestic Sales
Website Code- MT
Description: State tourism office providing planning assistance for domestic and international tour and travel to Virginia. Group tour website, suggested iteneraries, press room, free state planner and much more.
VISIT BALTIMORE
100 Light Street, 12th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-659-7090
FAX 443-817-0484
Email: grouptours@baltimore.org
Web: www.baltimore.org
Eric Masterton-Mott, Director of Group Tour Sales
Description: The official tourism marketing organization for the City of Baltimore. Find the latest information about events, attractions, museums, and more at www.baltimore.org.
VISIT FAIRFAX
7927 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, VA 22102
703-752-9513
Email: LKPelino@fxva.com
Web: www.visitfairfax.com
L Kathy Pelino, National Sales
VISIT NORFOLK
232 E. Main Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-664-6620 x611 OR 800-368-3097
FAX 757-622-3663
Email: mhopper@norfolkcvb.com
Web: www.visitnorfolktoday.com
Melissa Hopper, Associate Director of Tour & Travel
Description: Offering over 130 outdoor festivals, museums, cultural events and more!
WEST VIRGINIA DIVISION OF TOURISM
90 MacCorkle Avenue, SW
South Charleston, WV 25303
304-957-9334 OR 800-225-5982
FAX 304-558-0108
Email: kathy.a.johnson2@wvtourism.com
Web: www.callwva.com
Kathy Johnson, CTP, Domestic Travel Specialist
Website Code- T
Description: State Agency representing the group tour industry of West Virginia.
WEST VIRGINIA GROUP TRAVEL ASSOCIATION
P.O. Box 271
Marlinton, WV 24954
304-252-5100 OR 800-336-7009
FAX 304-252-3135
Email: jwolfe@hihotels.com
Web: WVGTA.com
Abbey Withrow, President
Bob Kline, Vice President
Description: WVGTA is comprised of attractions, hotels, restaurants, CVBs, and other tourism related organizations with the purpose of cooperatively promoting and coordinating group travel in West Virginia.
WYTHEVILLE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
975 Tazewell Street
Wytheville, VA 24382
276-223-3447 OR 866-892-3239
FAX 276-223-3446
Email: cvb@wytheville.org
Email: mjbabbitt@wytheville.org
Web: www.visitwytheville.com
Mary Jo Babbitt, Tourism Development
Description: Regional visitors Information Center with Full Service Group Tour Booking featuring brochures, group tour manuals, custom itineraries and step on guides.
YORK COUNTY CVB
155 West Market Street
York, PA 17401
717-852-9675 x107 OR 888-858-9675
FAX 717-854-5095
Email: rachel@yorkpa.org
Web: www.yorkpa.org
Rachel Wolkiewicz, Sales Representative
Website Code- VT
Description: The "Factory Tour Capital of the World!" Tour nationally known manufacturers such as: Harley-Davidson, Snyder's of Hanover, UTZ Snack Foods and many others. York County is also the perfect hub-and-spoke for national attractions in south central Pennsylvania.
Questions about joining the Virginia Motorcoach Association email Linda Morris or
call 434.376.1150.
Members: Interested in Advertising in VMA Publications call or email Angie
Updated:
January 31, 2012 16:59
