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Historic Dyess Colony, Dyess, Arkansas

The Municipal Posted on June 27, 2020 by Ray BaloghJune 26, 2020
Dyess

But for one of its residents who became world famous, the Dyess Colony in Arkansas might have been relegated to the dust heap of history along with other Depression era government-planned resettlement communities. The colony, now the town of Dyess, … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged arkansas, dyess, municipal attractions, The Municipal | 1 Reply

The changing role of the mall

The Municipal Posted on September 12, 2015 by Amy WengerSeptember 28, 2015
mall

Analysts and consumers alike have expressed rationales as to why sprawling shopping malls are fast becoming retail relics. Although they have differing opinions on what precipitated the downward spiral, there is one common reason on which they agree — the … Continue reading →

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Overlooked assets boost tourism

The Municipal Posted on November 17, 2014 by Keith KneppNovember 17, 2014
Santa Claus Indiana

Even in the recent difficult economic times the United States has faced, inbound international tourism has flourished. Domestically, people who might ordinarily leave the country for vacation also elected to stay in the country for a variety of reasons, not … Continue reading →

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Maximum Memorial Days

The Municipal Posted on May 6, 2014 by Phoebe MuthartMay 13, 2014
Myrtle Beach, S.C., celebrates Military Appreciation Days with an array of activities, including a parade the Saturday before the holiday. (Photo provided)

Memorial Day, which falls this year on May 26, will witness special celebrations in a variety of patriotic ways. In fact, some cities observe the holiday all month long. In Myrtle Beach, S.C., Military Appreciation Days are May 1–31. For … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged ceremony, day, Henderson, memorial, military, patriotic, roswell, war | Leave a reply

Popular Valentine’s Day tour returns for third year

The Municipal Posted on February 14, 2014 by Julie YoungFebruary 13, 2014
A couple pauses to enjoy the — romantic? — view of the Newtown Creek sewer plant in Brooklyn, N.Y., during last year’s Valentine’s Day tour. (Photo provided)

Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Visitor Center 329 Greenpoint Ave. Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY 11222 The famed Valentine’s Day tour includes a guided walk through the landmark digester eggs with plant Superintendent James Pynn. Reservations are required, as well as appropriate … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged creek, day, facility, newtown, plant, pynn, tour, valentine’s | Leave a reply

Top U.S. Towns for Romance

The Municipal Posted on January 28, 2014 by The MunicipalFebruary 12, 2014
Beautiful views and an elegant atmosphere make the town of Rosemary Beach, Fla., a great place to spend Valentine’s Day or any vacation. (Photo provided)

During February, romance is a powerful tourist draw. Does your city have a reputation as a “love”-ly destination? Check out five places that invite cozy rendezvous. 1. Charlotte Harbor, Fla., and the Gulf Islands Visit Florida’s Southwest Gulf coast. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged artsy, beach, fla, great, gulf, town, views | Leave a reply

Storybook cities: Tourism booms in literary towns

The Municipal Posted on January 14, 2014 by Julie YoungJanuary 15, 2014
Walnut Grove, Minn., sees an influx of visitors particularly during the annual Laura Ingalls Days Pageant. (Photo provided)

They are the communities that spark imaginations and serve as a backdrop to the stories that shape readers’ lives. One minute they’re no different than any other small town: Then, seemingly overnight, they become iconic boomtowns of tourism, thanks to … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged grove, hannibal, ingalls, laura, visitors, walnut | Leave a reply

Merry municipal names

The Municipal Posted on December 6, 2013 by Jodi MarlinDecember 10, 2013
Much of the mail directed to Noel, Mo., seeks a holiday cancellation stamp. Since 1932 the town has obliged. An average of 50 local volunteers spend 30 days before Christmas handling the onslaught. (Photo by Jodi Magallanes)

Living in a town named for the jolliest time of the year sometimes imparts a measure of magical persuasion, as U.S. Postmaster Don Spiares discovered when he moved to Noel, Mo. “I was a little Scrooge-ish when I first came … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged christmas, claus, holiday, noel, people, town | Leave a reply

Which way to Santa Claus?

The Municipal Posted on November 21, 2013 by Jodi MarlinNovember 20, 2013
Building on the town’s inherent tourism potential, Santa Claus Mayor Al Lewis recently spearheaded the construction of a new community center and a museum, pictured. (Photos provided)

This month, more than a few parents will tell their children that one of the holiday’s most famous personalities is at the North Pole making toys and checking a list to see who was naughty and who was nice. But … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged christmas, claus, fort, lewis, local, people, santa, town | Leave a reply

Storybook cities: Tourism booms in literary towns

The Municipal Posted on October 23, 2013 by The MunicipalOctober 22, 2013
Wamego, Kan., has claimed the fame of Frank L. Baum’s “The Wizard of Oz” books and movies. The town offers tourists an Oz museum and several Oz-themed businesses. (Photo by Colleen Bilzing)

They are the communities that spark the imagination and serve as a backdrop to the stories that shape our lives. One minute they are no different than any other small town, and then seemingly overnight, they become iconic boomtowns of … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged atlanta, book, museum, novel, oz, town | Leave a reply

Top 10 Tips to Increase Tourism Revenue

The Municipal Posted on December 21, 2012 by The MunicipalDecember 21, 2012
10 tips to increase tourism revenue

Create strategic marketing partnerships with neighboring cities to collectively promote your region and maximize funds, i.e., the “Sunrise Coast” of Michigan, which includes Alpena, AuSable/Oscoda, AuGres, East Tawas/Tawas, Cheboygan, Harrisville and Rogers City; and “The Wilds of Michigan,” which consists … Continue reading →

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