Dark skies are on the rise, as travelers across the planet seek out places where they can get clear views of the stars. So say the travel experts at Lonely Planet who have named dark skies a continuing travel trend. As the world’s first International Dark Sky Community, Flagstaff and others in … [Read more...] about Dark Skies on the Rise
Tourism
Landscape Hotel Designed to Float Among the Red Rocks
North America’s first “landscape hotel” is now underway with site work and construction amidst the red rocks of Sedona, offering a new way for travelers to embrace sustainable tourism in scenic Northern Arizona. A groundbreaking ceremony last month by Sedona-based developer Two Sister Bosses and … [Read more...] about Landscape Hotel Designed to Float Among the Red Rocks
Understanding Why Tourism Matters
Let’s celebrate the value of tourism in our community and recognize its importance in improving quality of life, from parks to jobs. Tou rism matters because it has a positive impact on Flagstaff and benefits the community in multiple sectors. The mission to increase the quality of life for every … [Read more...] about Understanding Why Tourism Matters
Tourism Supporting Thousands of Jobs, Delivering Millions to Local Economy
The average visitor to Flagstaff is 47 years old, makes more than $100,000 a year, brings two other people along – often, family members – spends nearly $600 a day with his or her group and stays about three nights. Half of the 5.5 million guests who visit come specifically for Flagstaff. About a … [Read more...] about Tourism Supporting Thousands of Jobs, Delivering Millions to Local Economy
City Receiving Positive Feedback from Business Community
Mother Road Brewing Company is one of the businesses sharing information about its success with the Flagstaff City Council and thanking the city for its support. During a Flagstaff City Council Work Session on Nov. 28, Mother Road Brewing Company owner Michael Marquess reported that … [Read more...] about City Receiving Positive Feedback from Business Community
NAU, Tourism, Driving Flagstaff Economy
A steady upward trajectory in the Flagstaff economy throughout the remainder of this year and into 2018 promotes continued growth in the construction and retail trades amidst local challenges and a more hostile worldwide environment. So shares Ron Gunderson, Ph.D., emeritus professor of economics in … [Read more...] about NAU, Tourism, Driving Flagstaff Economy
Festivals, Special Events Boost Summer Tourism Revenues
It is well known that Flagstaff’s hotel occupancy peaks during the summer months and it can be near impossible to find a vacant room in the city on weekend nights May through September. In June 2016, Flagstaff hotel occupancy hit a record high of 90.3 percent occupancy for the month. While there are … [Read more...] about Festivals, Special Events Boost Summer Tourism Revenues
The Greater Goal: Quality of Life Positively Impacted by Tourism
The Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau is on a mission. A mission to increase the quality of life for every household in Flagstaff. Sound like a daunting task? Well, the effort needed to create this economic impact may not be easy, but the formula is simple: tourism = dollars. Dollars you … [Read more...] about The Greater Goal: Quality of Life Positively Impacted by Tourism
If You Like Hugging Trees, You Might Want to Hug a Visitor
Did you know that Flagstaff welcomes nearly five million visitors annually? And, those five million visitors have an economic impact of nearly $600,000,000 on our local economy. Every time you and your family play in a city park, walk past a colorful mural in downtown or enjoy a new local … [Read more...] about If You Like Hugging Trees, You Might Want to Hug a Visitor
Cultural Tourism need on Navajo Nation
Indian Tribes in Arizona are fortunate to have natural landscapes and cultural resources that attract tourist to their reservations. Most Arizona tribes welcome tourist to visit and experience their culture. The Navajo Nation has an abundant supply of cultural tourism destinations, many of which … [Read more...] about Cultural Tourism need on Navajo Nation
