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Destination El Paso looked inward to tap its new president and CEO, appointing Visit El Paso Executive Director Brooke Underwood to the DMO’s top role effective June 1. "Stepping into this role is both exciting and deeply personal for me,” said Underwood in a media release announcing... Continue Reading
FORT WORTH, Texas — Visit Fort Worth today announced that Mitch Whitten has been named president & CEO of the tourism organization to build on its dramatic growth in the hospitality industry and the completion of the expanded Convention Center in 2030. Whitten has served Visit Fort... Continue Reading
GALVESTON ISLAND, TEXAS (April 3, 2026) — Galveston Island has been selected as the official host city for the Go West Summit in 2027, marking a significant milestone for the region’s tourism industry and local economy. The annual event, which brings travel industry leaders, will take... Continue Reading
The Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau (FCVB) has hired a new President/Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Oliveira. Lisa brings more than 15 years of experience in tourism and hospitality, most recently serving as President/CEO of Visit Fresno County. In that role, she led strategic... Continue Reading
Georgetown will host the Texas Downtown Regional Roundtable taking place on May 7–8! Tentative schedule includes: Thursday, May 7 Morning: Welcome and event kickoff Midday–Afternoon: Guided tours and on-the-ground exploration of downtown businesses, districts, and key... Continue Reading
International Destination Strategist to Lead Next Phase of Growth for South Padre Island SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas, March 23, 2026— Visit South Padre Island has announced the hiring of Kelly de Schaun as its new Executive Director, bringing more than two decades of international tourism... Continue Reading
Frisco, Texas – March 12, 2026 – Frisco, Texas was named a winner in the 2026 IDC Smart Cities North America Awards, which recognizes leading practices and innovation in state/provincial and local government projects and initiatives. Winners and finalists demonstrate how technology... Continue Reading
Visit Boerne Director Larry Woods Announces Retirement After More Than Five Decades of Service to Texas Tourism Boerne, Texas — After more than 50 years in the hospitality and tourism industry, including 17 years as Director of Visit Boerne, Larry Woods announced his retirement, leaving... Continue Reading
Fort Worth, Texas -- With the $95 million Phase 1 of the Fort Worth Convention Center complete and the ribbon cut in December, Fort Worth is charging ahead with Phase 2 expansion and modernization plans presented to City Council Feb. 3. At $606 million, Phase 2 will deliver a new, flexible... Continue Reading
WACO, Texas — The City of Waco has appointed a permanent Chief Destination Development Officer as it continues its efforts to turn Waco into a "premier destination." On Thursday, Jan. 29, the City of Waco announced Lisa Blackmon had been appointed as Chief Destination Development... Continue Reading
For more than 35 years, Southern Living has partnered with builders, architects, and designers to produce custom houses that salute the Southern lifestyle and highlight the latest innovations in home design. This year, we are delighted to announce our Idea House is under construction in... Continue Reading
Waco relocated the visitor center from its previous location near Interstate 35 as part of the city's strategy to capitalize on urban growth. WACO, Texas — The new visitor center, housed in a formerly vacant building, aims to serve as a hub connecting visitors to the city's main... Continue Reading
