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Wyoming Office of Tourism to celebrate the travel industry’s economic impact this National Travel and Tourism Week

May 2, 2023 — Cheyenne, Wyo. - Less than one week ahead of this year's National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), the Wyoming Office of Tourism is pleased to announce the 2022 Economic Impact of Travel results. Travel to Wyoming has returned to or exceeds pre-pandemic levels on all benchmarks. Tourism is the second largest industry in the state, touching all 23 counties and positively impacting the lives of residents across Wyoming. From fossil digging to dude ranch experiences, travel is a lead contributor to sales and use tax, is the largest private sector employer in Wyoming and is essential to the economic well-being of the state.

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Casper set as location for international tourism tradeshow event

April 26, 2023 — Cheyenne, Wyo. - The Wyoming Office of Tourism (WOT) is excited to announce Casper, Wyoming as the location for the 2024 International Roundup (IRU) tourism tradeshow. The event is set for April 19-22, 2024 and will bring in international travel planners and tour operators from seven overseas markets who specialize in selling customized travel itineraries through the five-state region of Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota — collectively branded overseas as “The Great American West.”

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307 Day: Wyoming Office of Tourism encourages Wyomingites to show their state pride

March 6, 2023 — Cheyenne, Wyo. - The Wyoming Office of Tourism (WOT) invites Wyomingites to show some extra love for their state this 307 Day – and there are plenty of ways to do so. Each year, 307 Day is celebrated on March 7 as a way to observe the 307 area code used across the state. Whether its exploring the Bighorn Mountains or off-roading at the Killpecker Sand Dunes, WOT is calling upon residents to share their favorite Wyoming destinations and more on social media. 

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HSMAI honors Wyoming Office of Tourism with two Adrian Awards for outstanding travel marketing

March 3, 2023 — Cheyenne, Wyo. - The Wyoming Office of Tourism (WOT) was recognized at the 2022 Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Adrian Awards Celebration February 23. WOT, in partnership with its advertising agency, BVK, received a platinum award for the WY Responsibly campaign. WY Responsibly launched amidst COVID-19, reminding Wyoming visitors to be mindful stewards for our land, animals, culture and communities.

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Plan a sensational spring: Six ways to explore Wyoming's ‘secret season’

Feb. 8, 2023 — Cheyenne, Wyo. – Home to a combination of deeply rooted culture, historic landmarks, western hospitality, cowboy culture, stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures, Wyoming’s “secret season” might be the best time to take in this great state. March and April are the snowiest months in Wyoming, making many of the state’s best winter activities possible well into the spring. Meanwhile, increasingly warm temperatures support a full menu of things to do like spring skiing, fat biking, snowmobiling, hot springs and more.

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Wyoming Office of Tourism Announces a Newly Appointed Board Member

Dec. 19, 2022— Cheyenne, Wyo. — The Wyoming Office of Tourism announces Charisse Meadows Haws as a new Wyoming Tourism Board member. Governor Mark Gordon recently appointed Meadows Haws to represent District 6.

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Escape to Wyoming this Winter: What's New this Season and into 2023

October 6, 2022- Cheyenne, WYO – As the weather cools down and blankets of snow begin to cover pristine landscapes, Wyoming becomes a winter wonderland for all types of travelers. With fewer crowds, award-winning ski-resorts, new direct flights and winter events, the Cowboy State offers endless winter experiences. Here is a selection of new and notable this season...

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Wyoming Alternatives to Yellowstone National Park

June 14, 2022—Cheyenne, Wyoming— Yellowstone National Park officials announced temporary closures to all entrances into the park due to heavy flooding, rockslides and extreme hazardous conditions. As a result, all in-park operations including lodging, campgrounds, food services and tours, are closed until further notice. While Wyoming continues to support the National Park Service to ensure the safety of citizens, visitors and staff, the Wyoming Office of Tourism (WOT) and its tourism partners have compiled the following resources to ensure visitors find accommodations and safe experiences across the state.

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Wyoming Office of Tourism Announces Newly Appointed Board Members

April 4, 2022—Cheyenne, Wyoming— The Wyoming Office of Tourism announced today two new Wyoming Tourism Board members recently appointed by Governor Gordon: Kenneth (Ken) Barkey, owner of Prime Rib Restaurant and Wine Cellar, Mark Tesoro, Publisher of Uinta County Herald and the reappointment of Anna Olson, President of Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce.

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