According to a peer-reviewed report released by the National Park Service yesterday, Grand Canyon National Park’s 4.3 million visitors spent $467,257,000 and supported 7,361 jobs in Arizona in 2011. “Grand Canyon National Park is one of 22 national parks in Arizona. These national parks are … [Read more...] about Canyon Creating Jobs
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AZ Snowbowl Celebrating 75th Year
As Northern Arizona anticipates the first big snow of the season, officials at Arizona Snowbowl are preparing for a memorable ski season. In addition to celebrating the newly added snowmaking process, the ski resort north of Flagstaff was selected as a top 10 Ski Destination by the Phoenix Business … [Read more...] about AZ Snowbowl Celebrating 75th Year
CVB Hiring Heidi Hansen as New Director
The Flagstaff Convention and Visitor's Bureau is hiring Heidi Hansen to be the department's new director. She will be responsible for the overall operation of the CVB and its $1.6 million budget. City management screened and interviewed numerous talented candidates during the search process … [Read more...] about CVB Hiring Heidi Hansen as New Director
Snowbowl Celebrating 75th with Discounts
Celebrating its 75th diamond anniversary, Arizona Snowbowl is glistening at its peak and gaining altitude! As one of the country's longest running ski resorts, Snowbowl is ready to celebrate winter in a big way during this monumental birthday year with discounted pre-season passes, special events … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Celebrating 75th with Discounts
Chamber Music Opening 30th Season
Chamber Music Sedona kicks off its thirtieth season with two performances of The Met: Live in HD at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road, Saturday, October 13 with L'Elisir d'Amore by Gaetano Donizetti, and Saturday October 27 with Verdi’s Otello. “The Met: … [Read more...] about Chamber Music Opening 30th Season
Grand Canyon Celebrating New Facilities
On Wednesday, September 12, Grand Canyon National Park will celebrate the completion of several new park facilities intended to promote healthy outdoor activity in the park and to increase visitor access to the South Rim by means other than automobile. At 10 a.m., Park Superintendent Dave … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Celebrating New Facilities
New Sightseeing Opportunity near Page
The Papillon/Grand Canyon Scenic Group is giving dventurers the opportunity to literally stand atop Tower Butte, the incredible sandstone pinnacle that rises 5,000 feet above sea level, located in Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park near Page, Ariz. The duration is approximately 35 to 40 minutes, priced … [Read more...] about New Sightseeing Opportunity near Page
City CVB Hiring Marketing Firm
Off Madison Avenue, a Phoenix-based marketing communications firm, announced today the launch of its newest marketing research and creative strategy campaign for the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau. Results from the research and subsequent marketing recommendations are aimed at driving more … [Read more...] about City CVB Hiring Marketing Firm
Grand Canyon Recognizing Military
On Armed Forces Day (Saturday, May 19), Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Dave Uberuaga issued the park’s first two American the Beautiful Passes for Military to Sergeants Lozier and Morse of Camp Navajo west of Flagstaff. “Grand Canyon National Park is proud to recognize the … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Recognizing Military
Agritourism Expanding in McGuireville
Within 30 to 45 days, drivers on I-17 will see the earth being turned in preparation for 20-25 acres of grapevines to be planted near the McGuireville exit. According to Kelly Cathcart of SMC Operations LLC, the hillside vineyards will be planted by the end of June. Cathcart and partner Bernadette … [Read more...] about Agritourism Expanding in McGuireville