‘Tis the season to get employees, clients, friends or family together for figgy pudding, roasted chestnuts and libations. If tradition calls for a white elephant gift exchange or maybe who wears the ugliest sweater paired with a formal sit down dinner or appetizers by a cozy fire, Flagstaff has an abundance of party locations. For a memorable holiday celebration, choose one of these unique Flagstaff locations. Local Attractions Flagstaff’s attractions offer space that can be rented and used … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Convention and Visitor’s Bureau Holiday Event Resources
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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 visitors to Arizona’s favorite mountain city. “We chose Off Madison Ave because they had very creative ideas and a detailed outline specifically tailored to our needs,” said Heather Ainardi, … [Read more...] about City CVB Hiring Marketing Firm
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport Receiving Grant
Our community has demonstrated an economic need and a desire for direct airline service beyond Phoenix. As a result, we have been awarded an $800,000 grant to help us bring in a second air service or have our current airline provide additional destinations out of Flagstaff. In the two years that Horizon Air served Flagstaff to Los Angeles, the passenger count grew from 44,000 passengers to 65,000 passengers. After the loss of Horizon Air, securing a secondary air service became one of the … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Pulliam Airport Receiving Grant
Several Factors Contributing to Mixed Tourism Figures
Tourism seems to be picking up across the country and in the state of Arizona, following a 2009 crash related to the economy. But some aspects of Flagstaff’s tourism appear a bit slower to catch up. Nationally, according to the Arizona Office of Tourism, hotels are doing a little better than they did last year. Occupancy went up about five percent across the country. Those numbers held true regionally, statewide and for the Phoenix metro area. But in Flagstaff, occupancy rates went down a … [Read more...] about Several Factors Contributing to Mixed Tourism Figures
Several Factors Contributing to Mixed Tourism Figures
Tourism seems to be picking up across the country and in the state of Arizona, following a 2009 crash related to the economy. But some aspects of Flagstaff’s tourism appear a bit slower to catch up. Nationally, according to the Arizona Office of Tourism, hotels are doing a little better than they did last year. Occupancy went up about five percent across the country. Those numbers held true regionally, statewide and for the Phoenix metro area. But in Flagstaff, occupancy rates went down a … [Read more...] about Several Factors Contributing to Mixed Tourism Figures
Traveling by Rail
With the increase in the price of gasoline and long waits in airline security lines, more and more people are taking the train. Many more passengers seem to be coming into Flagstaff, and they are spending money. Some visit our community and then travel on to other destinations like Los Angeles and Chicago. Al Brown of Flagstaff is a frequent train rider. Recently, he was boarding the Amtrak in Flagstaff to take a long trip throughout the west and then on to Rochester, New York. “I’ve been … [Read more...] about Traveling by Rail
Successful Season for Arizona Snowbowl
Arizona Snowbowl is closed for the ski season which lasted into April. There were 102 ski days and 266 inches of snow. During the recent closing ceremonies at the resort near Flagstaff, skiers and snowboarders celebrated the long season. “It has turned out to be a surprise season. We have been very fortunate with our snowfall this year”, states Dave Smith, Snowbowl’s Marketing Director. He described the conditions as incredible this year with snow and cooler temperatures. Staff at … [Read more...] about Successful Season for Arizona Snowbowl
