Travel Nevada Unveils New Brand Creative, Inviting Travelers to “Get a Little Out There” in the Silver State

October 25, 2023

Carson City, Nev. – Nevada is sharing its huge-hearted story with the world in its new tourism campaign and renewed purpose. “Get a Little Out There” invites travelers to see […]

Travel Nevada to Distribute $760,000 to Rural Nevada Groups to Promote Tourism

June 09, 2022

The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) on Wednesday approved $760,000 in marketing grants to rural communities to better position themselves as tourism destinations. Of the 100 applications received, Travel Nevada […]

Participate in the Los Angeles Sales Blitz this January!

December 07, 2021

Travel Nevada’s Los Angeles Sales Blitz will take place Jan. 25-26, 2022. Participants will be able network with travel professionals during several scheduled events. Travel Nevada is accepting up to […]

Rural Nevada to get $760,000 in Travel Nevada grants for tourism promotion

December 02, 2021

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) on Thursday approved $760,000 in marketing grants to rural communities to market themselves as tourism destinations. Travel Nevada will distribute […]

Marketing experts share how city visitor guides work to promote their destinations

November 05, 2021

Tips on how to maximize the effectiveness of your city visitor guides were shared in “The Value of DMO Visitor Guides” webinar Nov. 4, available for viewing here. Travel marketing research […]

Travel Nevada resumes marketing efforts in Canada, Latin America

November 03, 2021

In response to the United States border opening to vaccinated travelers this month, Travel Nevada announces the resumption of its marketing and sales activities in both Canada and Latin America. […]

Big changes coming to Nevada Magazine

October 01, 2021

Starting with the first issue of 2022, Nevada Magazine will become Nevada Magazine & Visitor Guide, and it will be a free publication. The new publication will be quarterly, and […]

Travel Nevada to distribute $730,000 to rural Nevada groups to promote tourism

September 17, 2021

CARSON CITY, Nevada — A video featuring Virginia City musicians and a campaign promoting Lehman Caves at Great Basin National Park are among the marketing projects that will receive funding […]

Travel Nevada wins gold and silver awards for marketing excellence

March 18, 2021

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) marketing team was recognized with three gold awards and one silver at the Reno American Advertising Awards on March […]

Travel Nevada awards $500,000 to rural communities to boost tourism

March 16, 2021

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) on Tuesday approved $500,000 in grants to rural communities to market themselves as tourism destinations. Travel Nevada will distribute 75 […]

Gov. Sisolak congratulates winner of Travel Nevada kids’ flag contest

February 16, 2021

LAS VEGAS — Gov. Sisolak met virtually with Las Vegas-area fourth-grader Elijah Rivero and his classmates Tuesday afternoon to congratulate him on winning the Discover Your Nevada Kids flag contest. […]

Tourism Day in Nevada Proclamation

February 09, 2021

Travel Nevada celebrates Tourism Day in the Nevada Legislature on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021. Tourism Day in Nevada Proclamation

Travel Nevada FY20 report to publish in early February 2021

January 27, 2021

Travel Nevada’s mission to promote the state as a top tourism destination was severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more in the Travel Nevada FY20 Annual Report outlining the agency’s […]

Travel Nevada’s 4th-grade flag-design contest runs through Nov. 25

November 16, 2020

CARSON CITY, Nevada — Nevada fourth-graders are encouraged to enter Travel Nevada’s Discover Your Nevada Kids flag content through Nov. 25. Get started by visiting the online contest website, DiscoverNVKids.org/flag-submission. […]

Travel Nevada set to award tourism grants through two different programs

November 04, 2020

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) on Wednesday approved $1.65 million in COVID-19 Rural Recovery Grants to Nevada tourism agencies. NCOT also approved $44,921 in grant […]

Discover Your Nevada toolkit

October 05, 2020

Partners, welcome to Travel Nevada’s Discover Your Nevada campaign! We’re excited to partner with you on this journey as we work to help support our industry partners within the state. […]

Travel Nevada COVID-19 Rural Recovery Grant guidelines

September 29, 2020

A downloadable, PDF version of these guidelines are here: https://travelnevada.biz/wp-content/uploads/Recovery-Grant-Guidelines_updated-101620.pdf Updated Oct. 16, 2020 STATE OF NEVADA DIVISION OF TOURISM Nevada Division of Tourism Covid-19 Rural Recovery Grant Guidelines These […]

COVID-19 Rural Recovery Grants will open at 8 a.m. Sept. 30

September 26, 2020

Travel Nevada was approved for Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) to aid in the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The agency will distribute $1.65 million of those funds through its COVID-19 […]

Rural Tourism COVID-19 Response Plan-UPDATED 11/11/20

July 01, 2020

Rural Tourism COVID-19 Response Plan UPDATE 11/22/20 Gov. Sisolak announced a Statewide Pause that will begin Nov. 24, 2020 in an effort to curb the surge in COVID-19 cases in […]

Travel Nevada FY21 Recovery Plan

June 30, 2020

Travel Nevada’s FY21 Recovery Plan details Travel Nevada’s strategy to compete in a travel industry that has been transformed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Our traditional audiences will consider a new […]

Travel Nevada proclamation recognizing National Travel and Tourism Week

May 03, 2020

A proclamation by Travel Nevada Travel has a critical role in Nevada’s and the nation’s economic prosperity. A robust travel industry has provided significant economic benefits for the nation, generating […]

Travel Nevada names new international market manager

December 30, 2019

Juraj “George” Sojka of Stateline, Nevada, has joined the Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) as its new international market manager.

Rural Nevada groups get $300,000 to promote tourism

December 11, 2019

The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) on Dec. 11, 2019, approved $301,575 in grants to promote tourism to the state’s rural areas. *Note: This press release was updated March 2, 2020 to include the full list of grant recipients.

Events, openings and cool winter experiences on tap in Nevada

November 20, 2019

Winter in the Silver State is snowballing into an abundance of events, activities and more.

Public relations team garners coverage of Nevada; hosts industry webinar on influencers

November 08, 2019

Travel Nevada’s public relations team brought international and domestic travel media into the state this summer and fall, and also shared its social media influencer policy with industry partners in […]

Sales efforts include new international markets, multiple trade missions

November 08, 2019

Travel Nevada’s Sales and Industry Partners team spent the past few months promoting the state around the world – including in key travel markets Japan and South Korea, as well […]

New ads debut in summer/fall 2019: Nevada — all roads lead to freedom

November 08, 2019

Travel Nevada’s new 30-second commercial spot and animated digital ads began running in August 2019, featuring Cathedral Gorge, Black Canyon and other rural destinations, along with urban scenes from downtown […]

Find UFOs and other phenomena on the Area 51-ISH quest this fall

September 19, 2019

The storm’s coming, and Travel Nevada invites all naruto runners to take part in the Area 51 Intergalatic Scavenger Hunt (Area 51-ISH) this fall. Find and get Unidentified Free Objects (UFOs) and other spacy swag on Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Highway and in surrounding communities of Tonopah, Caliente and Pioche

Nevada’s 155th Birthday: extraterrestrials, burners, ghost-hunters, foodies & mountaineers invited

August 29, 2019

Nevada celebrates its 155th birthday this fall with ghost hunts, extraterrestrial alien fun, quirky festivals and an open call for self-expression and exploration. A hub for Western history, road trips and paranormal activity, Nevada offers fall experiences that will leave visitors covered in dust, sauce, feathers or white as a ghost.

Travel Nevada awards $1 million in marketing grants to rural Nevada

June 19, 2019

The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) on Wednesday approved $1,348,425 in grant funding to rural tourism agencies. The Rural Marketing Grants program supports rural Nevada destinations in their marketing efforts. *Note: This news release was updated Sept. 3, 2019,  to correct an error in calculating the total amount of grant funding awarded.  **Note: This news release was updated March 2, 2020, to include a spreadsheet with all grant recipients.

Nevada sizzles with pool parties, stargazing, festivals and high-powered vehicles

June 18, 2019

Explore the galaxy aboard the Ely Star Train, catch a live performance during Reno’s Artown festival, or show off your bikini at one of Las Vegas’ extravagant pool parties. Whether you enjoy life from the seat of a race car or a kayak, Nevada outdoors is the place to be this summer.

Travel Nevada names new director of Sales and Industry Partners

May 28, 2019

The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) has promoted Christian Passink to director of Sales and Industry Partners.

Governor Sisolak issues proclamation establishing Nevada tourism week

May 09, 2019

Week of May 6-10 recognized for the broad impact the travel and tourism industry makes in Nevada’s economy

Nevada blooms with adventure this spring

April 25, 2019

Search for gems, see baby wildlife, bag a peak or road trip in Nevada.

New Nevada Visitor’s Guide showcases road trip itineraries, debuts icon-based format

March 04, 2019

Intriguing towns, oddball attractions and miles of all-to-yourself highways make the case for Nevada as the road trip capital of the United States. The new Nevada Visitor’s Guide supports that claim with itineraries for 10 adventure-filled road trips, from the Death Drive to the Loneliest Road in America. The guide also debuts a fresh, icon-based format for ease of use, a new “Nevada Inspirations” section and a QR code linking to a video of rock climbing in Rainbow Canyon.

Travel Nevada Unveils 2019 Experiences

January 10, 2019

With new “farm-to-flask” distilleries, mountain spas and expanded historical sites, there are more ways to discover Nevada in 2019.

Hellos and goodbyes

January 02, 2019

                  Staff changes   Travel Nevada welcomed two new staff members in the last quarter of 2018, and bid farewell to two […]

Travel Nevada wraps up 2018 with marketing projects, tourism summit and more

January 02, 2019

Travel Nevada ended 2018 with a range of activities to promote tourism to the state. Below are some of the agency’s activities from October to December, as well as information […]

Travel Nevada Unveils 2018-19 Winter Experiences

November 30, 2018

From Ruby Mountain heli-ski and secluded hot springs to Cowboy Poetry and the World Championship Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada’s winter experiences promise a season quirky festivals, luxury aprés and backcountry adventure from neon to nature.

Travel Nevada hires new rural programs manager, promotes sales manager

September 04, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) has hired Shari Bombard as its rural programs manager, and promoted Yennifer Diaz to international market manager. Bombard comes […]

Join a great team!

August 31, 2018

Travel Nevada is looking for a public relations specialist The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) is hiring a public relations specialist. This full-time, unclassified exempt position works with a […]

Get in the 2019 Travel Nevada Visitors Guide!

August 27, 2018

New content, features planned User-generated content, augmented reality features and an expanded print run are planned for the 2019 Travel Nevada Visitors Guide. The guide will retain the road trip […]

Kari Frilot remembered as dedicated, innovative tourism professional

August 21, 2018

Kari Frilot remembered as dedicated, innovative tourism professional With great fondness and sadness, we at Travel Nevada remember our colleague Kari Frilot. “The hospitality industry and the Nevada Division of […]

Travel Nevada and Nevada Magazine release new guides

August 21, 2018

  Travel Nevada and Nevada Magazine release new guides Travel Nevada in June released its first-ever arts, culture, and heritage guide designed specifically with cultural travelers in mind. The 79-page […]

Nevada’s Top Five Summer 2018 Experiences

July 17, 2018

Travel Nevada offers five options for summer 2018

Travel Nevada awards $1 million to rural communities for tourism promotion

June 25, 2018

The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) on June 25, 2018, approved $1,006,203 in grant funding to rural communities to promote tourism through marketing projects.

Carson City eighth-grader wins Discover Your Nevada essay contest

May 21, 2018

Travel Nevada’s ‘Discover Your Nevada’ effort encourages all Nevadans to visit within the state

Travel Nevada unveils Cowboy Corridor road trip itinerary; more scheduled for 2018

May 17, 2018

Northern Nevada communities and attractions along Interstate 80 comprise Travel Nevada?s new Cowboy Corridor Road Trip, the latest road trip to encourage visitors to explore the state. The itinerary is […]

Territory highlight: Drill down into Tonopah’s past for history, quirk and other gems

May 17, 2018

In the Nevada desert, midway between Las Vegas and Reno, Tonopah greets the road-weary with a welcome reprieve: museums, a brewery and overnight lodging — including a haunted option. The […]

Travel Nevada grants funding for 25 tourism infrastructure projects

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) approved $200,000 in grant funding for infrastructure projects, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced today. The Projects Relating to Tourism Grants are […]

Travel Nevada announces Discover Your Nevada eighth-grade essay contest

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nevada — Travel Nevada (Nevada Division of Tourism) and the Nevada Department of Education are offering the Discover Your Nevada essay contest for eighth-graders. The contest, now in its […]

Nevada tourism industry recognizes top advocates with service awards

May 17, 2018

EDITORS: For images of tourism award winners, see https://bit.ly/2qxK5fy TONOPAH, Nevada — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) honored several individuals and organizations for their dedication to the state’s […]

TMCC to launch hospitality program this fall

May 17, 2018

Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno will debut a hospitality and tourism program this fall, a two-year curriculum culminating in an Associate of Arts degree. The Associate of Arts, Hospitality […]

Travel Nevada announces promotions within marketing department

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (Travel Nevada) today announced a series of internal promotions in its Carson City office prompted by the resignation of […]

Tourism pros to gather in Tonopah April 11-13 for Rural Roundup

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nevada — Tips on astrophotography, historical buildings as tourist draws and productive strategic plans are among the topics at the Rural Roundup conference April 11-13 in Tonopah, Lt. Gov. […]

New ‘Cowboy Corridor’ itinerary showcases Nevada section of I-80

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY — Check out the ghost town where Mark Twain once prospected, get a primer in pyrotechnics in Battle Mountain, and connect with Western culture in Elko: it’s all in […]

Road-trip itineraries, Nevada characters featured in new Nevada Visitor’s Guide

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY – The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) has released its 2018 Visitor’s Guide, available at visitors centers, airports, and hotels throughout the state. The free, 124-page guide also […]

Travel Nevada unveils new itinerary designed for extraterrestrial life forms

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — In an intergalactic outreach campaign, the Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) has created a travel itinerary suited to the possible extraterrestrial life forms identified in the […]

Travel Nevada offers thrilling reasons to travel in 2018

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. (December 18, 2017) – In Nevada, 2018 is shaping up to be one of the best years yet, with new resorts, restaurants and recreation. Whether you’re a […]

Message from the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs

May 17, 2018

Words cannot express our grief and sadness over the senseless shooting in Las Vegas last night, Oct. 1. That a single person could bring upon Las Vegas such destruction and […]

Rural Nevada tourism agencies to receive $666,600 in state grants

May 17, 2018

LAS VEGAS — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) approved $660,600 in grants for rural tourism organizations to promote their destinations, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced Monday. The grants will be […]

Monthly Report: July 2017

May 17, 2018

[button link=”http://nvculture.org/travelnevadabiz/monthly-report-july-2017/” text=”Download the Report: July 2017″] Nevada Metrics Interact with this report by rolling over the charts below, and clicking on the tabs to get a full picture of […]

Travel Nevada Launches 360° Video ‘Don’t Fence Me In’ Tour

May 17, 2018

Participants can enter for a chance to win one of seven ultimate Nevada getaways CARSON CITY, Nev. (September 7, 2017) – Beginning Sept. 2, the Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) […]

Travel Nevada and Reno Bites teams up to develop food-themed road trip itinerary

May 17, 2018

Social promotion runs through Oct. 11 — participants have a chance to be on the Reno Bites Chef Showdown judging panel. CARSON CITY, Nev. — Reno is featured in a new food-themed […]

U.S. Travel Outlook – July 2017

May 17, 2018

  What follows are some select excerpts from the latest U.S. Travel Association’s “U.S. Travel Outlook,” a compilation of current research and trends by David Huether. The industry insights we […]

A Note from the Director – July 2017

May 17, 2018

Hello, fellow Nevadans! I am pleased to announce our redesigned website, TravelNevada.biz, and complementing newsletter – each designed just for you. We’ve created this newsletter to serve as your resource […]

Territory Highlight: Rural Roundup in Elko

May 17, 2018

  The 27th annual Rural Roundup was held in Elko at the end of April. More than 200 tourism volunteers and professionals attended the conference to hear the latest trends […]

Save Brand USA Funding

May 17, 2018

The U.S. Travel Association has created a call to action to support Brand USA in regards to the latest from Washington on a key priority of the travel and tourism […]

Nevada Tourism awards $983,400 in grants to promote rural Nevada

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — New special events are slated for rural Nevada, including a quirky cooking festival that involves steam engines, as well as an event celebrating the 20th anniversary of […]

Nevada Museums at the DMV

May 17, 2018

A video promoting Nevada’s seven state museums is being shown at Department of Motor Vehicles offices around the state. The one-minute video, produced in-house by the Department of Tourism and […]

International Offices Update – July, 2017

May 17, 2018

Travel Nevada International Offices Travel Nevada continues to evolve in the efforts of promoting Nevada to our International Markets. As we begin the new Fiscal Year of 2018, Travel Nevada […]

Travel Nevada announces summer 2017 must-do list

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. –  As the weather warms up, people begin to daydream about the ideal summer. Phrases like “best summer ever” and “#Summer2k17” get thrown around. To ensure that those dreams […]

Industry Announcements – July 2017

May 17, 2018

Here is a quick look at what’s around the bend in the Nevada tourism world, as of July, 2017. Partner Websites: Live! TravelNevada.biz was launched to provide a “one-stop” online home […]

Lt. Gov. Hutchison to head Travel Nevada trade mission to China April 5-15

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison will lead a delegation of Nevada travel industry professionals on a trade mission to China April 5-15. China is an important market for […]

Champions of Nevada’s rural tourism industry honored at state conference

May 17, 2018

ELKO, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism recognized outstanding members of the state’s rural tourism industry at the VolunTourism Awards Dinner April 27 in Elko. The awards ceremony was a […]

List Your Business – Partner Portal

May 17, 2018

TravelNevada.biz – Industry-facing Website TravelNevada.biz was launched to provide a “one-stop” online home for services, programs and all things industry-facing offered by the Nevada Division of Tourism. The website connects Travel […]

‘Discover Your Nevada’ and hit the road for a cause this summer

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) will launch its annual Discover Your Nevada campaign this month to encourage Nevadans to explore and discover the Silver […]

Nevadans gather in Elko April 26-28 for tips on tourism marketing

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Nevada’s rural tourism professionals will gather April 26-28 in Elko for the annual Rural Roundup conference, Lieutenant Governor and Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) Chairman Mark Hutchison […]

True West: The Loneliest Road to Old West History

May 17, 2018

Hit the road across the Silver State’s heartland to discover its wondrous past. http://www.truewestmagazine.com/loneliest-road-old-west-history/  

Plan your next adventure with the free 2017 Travel Nevada Visitor’s Guide

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Lose yourself under a star-scattered night sky at Great Basin National Park, redefine your limits in a high-performance Ferrari in Las Vegas or step outside your comfort […]

2017: The Year of Nevada Tourism Developments

May 17, 2018

  CARSON CITY, Nev. – Travel Nevada announces several new experiences, lodging options, breweries and more for visitors to enjoy in 2017. From the Las Vegas strip and its surrounding attractions, […]

Travel Nevada announces new art director, promotion of sales director

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. —  The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) has hired Susan Mowers to fill the role of art director, and promoted Teri Laursen to the position of director […]

KUNR: Photography, Wineries And Cowboys – Nevada’s Rural Tourism

May 17, 2018

Reporter Noah Glick looks at what is being done to attract more people to Nevada’s rural communities. Trish and Deon Reynolds show off some of their large photographs during the […]

New tourism report shows billion-dollar increase in visitor spending and new job creation

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) today announced a preliminary 2016 report showing increased revenue and employment powered by the travel sector. The report was announced […]

Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts Follow Snowy President’s Day with Over Seven Feet of Fresh Snow in Seven Days 

May 17, 2018

Lake Tahoe, Calif. & Nev. (Thursday, February 23, 2017) – Lake Tahoe ski resorts celebrated a snowy President’s Day holiday thanks to multiple winter storm systems that have made this one […]

Reno journalist joins Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has hired longtime Reno journalist Guy Clifton to serve on its public relations team. Clifton joins the team as […]

Brazilian TV Show Viaje Comigo visits Nevada

May 17, 2018

Courtesy of Peter and Erick Goldschmidt Great Basin National Park – Programa Viaje Comigo Travel Nevada, in partnership with Sixt Rent a Car and Affinity, provided an adventure in the great […]

Draw of cultural tourism increasing in Nevada

May 17, 2018

RENO, Nev. — Gaming may still be king in Nevada, but the draw of the state’s arts and history is a powerful queen for the tourism industry. Visitors to the Silver […]

Nevada celebrates Chinese New Year with events, entertainment and more

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Celebrate Chinese New Year in Nevada! Silver State resorts will mark the Year of the Rooster, which begins Jan. 28, with events, special entertainment, décor and dining […]

“Secrets of the Desert” — KSNV Las Vegas Explores the ET Highway

May 17, 2018

Secrets of the Desert: The Little A’Le’Inn and Lunar Crater National Natural Landmark by Gerard Ramalho Monday, February 6th 2017  7 photos LAS VEGAS (KSNV News3LV) — Our trek along the […]

Travel Nevada Establishes New Travel Industry Award

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Travel Nevada announced today the establishment of the Larry J. Friedman Industry Partner of the Year Award. In celebration of long-time Nevada tourism industry leader, Larry Friedman, the […]

Re-Covering Brazil: Nevada featured in O Globo, Rio de Janeiro’s principal paper

May 17, 2018

December has been a hot month for Nevada tourism in Brazil, with two major-publication cover stories in as many weeks. This time the beauty of the Silver State was the feature […]

Nevada Tourism grants $504,230 to rural areas for tourism promotion

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) has awarded $504,230 in grants to rural Nevada tourism organizations for marketing efforts, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced Wednesday. Among the awardees […]

Nevada headlines Tourism section in Folha de S. Paulo — Brazil’s biggest newspaper

May 17, 2018

Our Brazil PR and Marketing team awoke on December 1 with some exciting news: Nevada made the cover of the tourism supplement of Folha de S. Paulo, the most widely circulated newspaper […]

Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) wins top national honor from the U.S. Travel Association

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. – At a recent U.S. Travel Association event in Florida, winners of the 2016 national Mercury Awards were announced. Travel Nevada was named Best Public Relations Campaign […]

Nevada celebrates history and harvest at fall events

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, N.V. – As the leaves begin to change, so do the types of events in the Silver State. Fall brings a variety of harvest festivals, city celebrations and even […]

Travel Nevada Launches Fall/Winter Marketing Campaign

May 17, 2018

Campaign builds on success of national-award-winning “Don’t Fence Me In” millennial marketing effort CARSON CITY, Nev. —Travel Nevada (Nevada Division of Tourism) recently launched its new Fall/Winter integrated marketing campaign, continuing […]

Travel Nevada announces new research manager Jennifer Neubauer

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) has hired Jennifer Neubauer as its research manager, handling consumer market research and data. Among her various duties, Neubauer will […]

Venture past Vegas into Boulder City, Overton, Mesquite and Laughlin

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Las Vegas’ siren song draws millions to the Strip, that four-mile stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard, with a rhapsody of over-the-top resorts, fine dining, high-end shopping and amazing […]

Travel Nevada and Nevada Magazine launch in-state travel campaign and scavenger hunt

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) and Nevada Magazine will again run the popular “Discover Your Nevada” program to spur in-state travel during the spring and summer […]

Travel Nevada honors top rural tourism supporters at statewide conference

May 17, 2018

Photos of the VolunTourism winners and the Rural Roundup conference are available here. MINDEN, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) recognized outstanding members of the state’s rural […]

Annual Rural Roundup tourism conference highlights travel trends, marketing tips

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Rural Roundup, Nevada’s signature rural tourism conference, sponsored by the Nevada Division of Tourism, returns to the Carson Valley for its 25th anniversary this April, Lt. Gov. […]

Pick up a free 2015 Nevada Visitors Guide for itineraries, travel ideas

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The 2015 Nevada Visitors Guide, now available for free online and at area visitors’ centers, is designed with the road warrior in mind. More than 29 million vehicles […]

Rural Nevada awarded $414,854 in state grants for tourism marketing

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — A project to support air lift to Elko and another to create webisodes about Ely’s historical railway are among the 70 proposals approved for funding from the […]

Travel Nevada hires award-winning advertising professional as marketing director

May 17, 2018

Editors: photo available here: https://flic.kr/p/pdw8Xy CARSON CITY, Nev. — After an extensive search among top tourism marketing professionals, Travel Nevada, the state Division on Tourism, has hired Greg Fine of Reno to […]

Global creativity innovator to headline Nevada Tourism conference, Oct. 27-29 in Reno

May 17, 2018

Eric Whitacre, Grammy-award winning composer, and Joe Veneto, tourism industry product development expert, are among presenters at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism. Also scheduled are the Nevada Marketplace global trade […]

Nevada welcomes ‘Burners’ with Hallelujah! Stations

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY — Nevada Tourism is hoping travelers en route to Burning Man will yell “Hallelujah!” when they see the tourism division’s welcome stations on Interstate 80 and Highway 395 on […]

Nation’s top tourism marketers headline Nevada’s new Global Tourism Summit

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) will present its inaugural Governor’s Global Tourism Summit in November, featuring keynote speaker Chris Thompson, president/CEO of Brand USA, Lt. […]

Nevada celebrates independence with cannons, ghost towns and more

May 17, 2018

There is nowhere better to commemorate Independence Day than the patriotic Battle Born state or one of its old towns where the West was won. Nevada bleeds red, white and […]

Nevada Tourism grants $1.1 million to rural areas for tourism promotion

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) has awarded $1.1 million in grants to rural Nevada tourism organizations for marketing efforts, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced Wednesday. “Providing matching […]

Explore Western culture, American history in Nevada’s Cowboy Country

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Visit northern Nevada — also known as Nevada’s Cowboy Country — to access the state’s ranching history as well as take in its current mining activity. Many explore this […]

Nevada Magazine receives top awards from the Nevada Press Association

May 17, 2018

Carson City, Nev. (October 8, 2015) — Carrying on its trailblazing tradition, Nevada Magazine could not be fenced in last Friday at the Nevada Press Association awards banquet as it claimed five […]

Travel Nevada Reveals New Integrated Marketing Campaign

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Following approval by the Nevada Commission on Tourism, Travel Nevada (Nevada Division of Tourism) today released plans for its Fall/Winter integrated marketing campaign. Through a variety of […]

International buyers to attend Governor’s Global Tourism Summit Nov. 16-17 in Las Vegas

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Creating solid business development opportunities within the lucrative international travel market is the focus of the Governor’s Global Tourism Summit, Nov. 16-17 at Hilton Lake Las Vegas. […]

Global Tourism Summit brings national marketing insight to Nevada tourism industry

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Governor’s Global Tourism Summit will kick off Nov. 16 at the Hilton Lake Las Vegas for two days of building business, insights, and networking with […]

Nevada tourism director wins international marketing award

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — In a recent announcement to members of the Travel and Tourism Research Association (TTRA), Claudia Vecchio, director at Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (dba Travel […]

Nevada gives the gift of unforgettable experiences for the 2015 holiday season

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, N.V. (November 19, 2015) — As the holidays approach, presents and wish-list items are on everyone’s mind. In Nevada, some of the best gifts are memories created through experiences […]

Ski season ushers in new adventures in Nevada

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, N.V. (November 10, 2015) — With up to a foot of fresh snow blanketing some of Tahoe’s peaks, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe’s early opening last week and Heavenly Mountain […]

Nevada Tourism awards $294,677 in state grants for tourism marketing

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — A proposal to create trail maps for North Lake Tahoe and another to produce a television program featuring areas along Nevada’s U.S. 50 corridor are among […]

Travel Nevada reaches 10,000 Instagram followers, announces channel takeovers

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Travel Nevada announced today that in celebration of reaching 10,000 followers, 10 different Nevada adventurers will take the reins of @TravelNevada on Instagram in a series of […]

Lorraine Hunt-Bono receives tourism Legacy Award

May 17, 2018

LAS VEGAS — Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison presented the Nevada Commission on Tourism Legacy Award to Lorraine Hunt-Bono, former lieutenant governor and former chair of the Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT), […]

Nevada’s boundless land revealed on Google Maps

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. (March 22, 2016) — Travel Nevada joins the elite club of destination marketing organizations to borrow the Google Street View Trekker to collect images of less-traveled areas in […]

Travel trends, international market among topics at Rural Roundup tourism conference

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Veteran travel journalist Doug Lansky, economist Dave Bratton and international protocol expert Marie Betts-Johnson are among the speakers set to address Nevada’s rural tourism industry at the […]

Governor Sandoval launches ‘Welcome To Nevada’ sign design contest for Nevada’s high school artists

May 17, 2018

Nevada’s welcome signs are about to get a complete refresh thanks to a Welcome to Nevada Design Contest. The contest challenges Nevada’s high school artists to create official Welcome to […]

Nevada joins Brand USA, Department of Commerce to launch China Tourism Year

May 17, 2018

BEIJING, China — Nevada tourism officials attended the launch of the China Tourism Year in Beijing today, marking a cooperative effort to increase travel between China and the United States. Nevada […]

Travel Nevada’s Rural Roundup tourism conference set for April 13-15 in Laughlin

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Nevada’s rural tourism professionals will gather April 13-15 in Laughlin for the annual Rural Roundup conference, Lt. Gov. and Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) Chairman Mark […]

Canadian curling fans get hearty helpings of Nevada hospitality at ‘Hurry Hard and Come Back to Nevada, Eh!’ breakfast

May 17, 2018

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 17, 2016): If free pancakes, maple syrup and Canadian back bacon aren’t enough to make Canadian curling fans feel welcome in Nevada, then an all-expenses-paid trip […]

Nevada offers visitors new memories to kick off the new year

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, N.V. — Nevada’s New Year’s resolution is to ensure that travelers go home with more stories than souvenirs. With the lineup of events scheduled in early 2016, that is […]

Test your Nevada knowledge for a chance at a Jet Pack flight, Air Race tickets

May 17, 2018

Are you a Nevada expert? Put your Silver State savviness to the test in Travel Nevada’s “Show Me That Nevada Clout” online promotion, and you could get a Jet Pack flight […]

Travel Nevada creates Field Trip Fund to spur in-state travel

May 17, 2018

The Nevada Division of Tourism's annual "Discover Your Nevada" program kicks off May 26 with a new incentive for Nevadans to explore their state.

Vote online for your favorite ‘Welcome to Nevada’ signs through April 22

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Vote for your favorite “Welcome to Nevada” highway signs online at TravelNevada.com/pages/sign-contest through April 22. Voters will choose four winning designs, each of which will be the basis […]

Travel Nevada recognizes top rural tourism boosters at statewide conference

May 17, 2018

LAUGHLIN, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) honored rural Nevada’s top tourism supporters at the annual VolunTourism Awards ceremony on Thursday at the Aquarius Casino Resort. The awards […]

Nevada gives visitors endless ways to enjoy spring

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, N.V.  – As spring approaches in Nevada, events throughout the state create opportunities to enjoy the wide open outdoors. From amazing races with bicycles, bathtub boats, cars and camels […]

NEVADA CAMPAIGN RECOGNIZED AS BEST TRAVEL MARKETING PROGRAM NATIONWIDE

May 17, 2018

Team also wins national accolades for JetBlue launch event. CARSON CITY, N.V. – During a recent ceremony in New York City, Travel Nevada was awarded an elusive Silver Anvil – the public […]

NEVADA TOURISM GRANTS $895,770 FOR RURAL TOURISM PROMOTION

May 17, 2018

The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) has awarded $895,770 in grants to entities promoting rural Nevada tourism, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced today. CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Commission on […]

NBC Sports to Air One-Hour Show in March Featuring National Championship Air Races

May 17, 2018

Reno, Nev. — The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) announced that NBC Sports will air a one-hour show nationally on the NBC Sports network featuring the National Championship Air Races on […]

Travel Nevada creates Field Trip Fund to spur in-state travel

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism’s annual “Discover Your Nevada” program kicks off May 26 with a new incentive for Nevadans to explore their state, Lt. Gov. Mark […]

NEVADA ANNOUNCES SUMMER EVENTS IN THE SILVER STATE

May 17, 2018

Summer in Nevada brings races, festivals and shows — but none of them typical. Nevada invites memory-makers of all varieties to experience epic summer fun like they never have before. […]

Largest Fam Ever Tours Northern Nevada

May 17, 2018

Travel Nevada recently hosted the largest international fam in agency history. MMTGapnet, one of Brazil’s leading tour operators brought 140 of Brazil’s top tour groups to Northern Nevada to learn […]

Secure Your Ad Space in the 2016 Travel Nevada Guide

May 17, 2018

There’s still time to secure advertising space in the 2016 Travel Nevada Guide. Get in front of visitors to Nevada with more than 150,000 issues in circulation across the state. […]

Nevada Magazine’s Radio Show is Back!

May 17, 2018

Every other Friday at 9 a.m. Nevada Magazine is hitting the air waves with its newly revived radio show. Listen live in the Reno region on 1180 AM or stream […]

It’s Official: Instagrammers Love Nevada

May 17, 2018

Travel Nevada sponsored the 2nd Annual Reno Instagrammys, a photo and video competition headquartered in the beautiful Truckee Meadows. The competition is entirely free to participate and all ages were […]

Google Trekker Has Come to Nevada

May 17, 2018

From flying high in a hot air balloon to trekking across ghost towns, you have quite a bit to cover. How did you pick the locations and which one are […]

Travel Nevada Joins Brand USA on India Trade Mission

May 17, 2018

Papillon Helicopter Tours, the Tropicana Hotel & Casino, the LVCVA, and Travel Nevada joined Brand USA’s fourth trade mission to India this past September. Nevada representatives visited Goa, Chennai, Mumbai, […]

Nevada Tourism Partners

May 17, 2018

Greetings from Carson City where Mother Nature is hinting at fall, but we’re still enjoying bluebird skies and perfect weather for discovering Nevada. Take some time to venture out and […]

Congratulations to the winners of the Nevada Hotel and Lodging Association’s 5th Annual Stars of the Industry Hospitality Awards

May 17, 2018

The Nevada Hotel and Lodging Association (NHLA) hosted the 5th Annual Stars of the Industry Hospitality Awards Gala on October 14 at the Vdara Hotel and Spa. The event recognizes […]

You’re Taking Advantage of the New Co-op Marketing Program, Right?

May 17, 2018

The marketing co-op program, managed by Travel Nevada partner Madden Media, provides Nevada tourism marketers a host of powerful marketing options. Amplified Storytelling, Video Marketing, Prospecting and Site Retargeting, Search […]

Nevada Tourism Partners

May 17, 2018

Greetings from Carson City where Mother Nature is hinting at fall, but we’re still enjoying bluebird skies and perfect weather for discovering Nevada. Take some time to venture out and […]

Nevada is the Place to See

May 17, 2018

Visitation to Nevada is continuing to climb, increasing by 2.6 percent in 2014 over the previous year. In 2014, Nevada welcomed 53.4 million visitors to the state. Our state parks […]

India or Bust!

May 17, 2018

The Nevada Legislature approved funding for tourism representation in India, opening us to the largest potential travel market in the world after China. The reason that India is so lucrative […]

Visitors Guide Listings Update

May 17, 2018

Planning and production of the 2016 Travel Nevada Guide is underway, and we want to be sure that your property or attraction is listed correctly in both the guide and […]

Governor Sandoval Invites State’s Travel Industry on Historic Euro Trade Mission

May 17, 2018

A first for the state, Gov. Brian Sandoval invited key Nevada tourism industry leaders to join him and his team on trade missions. The tourism tract, which ran July 20th […]

Travel Nevada Hits the Big Apple

May 17, 2018

On May 27, Travel Nevada hosted a media reception in New York City to highlight new JetBlue air service into RNO, starting May 28. The event featured immersive video and […]

Racking Up Results

May 17, 2018

If your organization is participating in the Travel Nevada cooperative marketing program, you can probably attest that it’s working. Meanwhile, it’s putting some very powerful, leading-edge marketing tools and techniques […]

Let’s Get Social

May 17, 2018

Tourism is big in Nevada, but we didn’t have to tell you that. We’ve updated both our Facebook and Twitter accounts to be your daily resource on the current trends […]

Governor’s Global Tourism Summit in Beautiful Lake Las Vegas

May 17, 2018

Creating solid business development opportunities within the lucrative international travel market is the focus of the Governor’s Global Tourism Summit, Nov. 16-17, at Hilton Lake Las Vegas. The conference includes […]

New Campaign Launches Next Month

May 17, 2018

Travel Nevada is revving up for another campaign launch, but this time things will be different. The creative team at Fahlgren-Mortine has helped develop an evolution of the “Don’t Fence […]

Your Guide to Road Trippin’ Nevada

May 17, 2018

Make the 2015 Nevada Visitor Guide your road-trip co-pilot! We designed the guide with the road warrior in mind and provided a variety of itineraries and routes to explore the […]

Rural Roundup in the Carson Valley

May 17, 2018

Mark your calendars for Rural Roundup, April 15-17 in the Carson Valley! Sessions include “History as a Hook,” “Evolution of Website Design,” “Itinerary and Product Development,” and “Paranormal Tourism.” Keynote speakers are […]

Welcome to Nevada, Fahlgren Mortine!

May 17, 2018

On Feb. 10, the State’s Board of Examiners approved the two-year, $20.2 million contract for Fahlgren. Together, Fahlgren and Abbi will implement Travel Nevada’s integrated tourism marketing campaigns. The agencies […]

Visitor numbers and spending increases in 2014

May 17, 2018

Last year closed with a rise in all our key indicators. Room tax collections topped $19.2 million for 2014, a 9.3 percent increase over the previous year. for more on […]

New Air Service in 2015

May 17, 2018

Reno recently saw the return of nonstop international service with the launch of Volaris flights from Guadalajara. In December of this year, Reno will welcome twice-weekly nonstop Thomas Cook flights […]

Let’s Get Social

May 17, 2018

Tourism is big in Nevada, but we didn’t have to tell you that. We’ve updated both our Facebook and Twitter accounts to be your daily resource on the current trends […]

Travel Nevada Announces New International Sales and Public Relations Specialist

May 17, 2018

Travel Nevada has hired Yennifer Reyes Callen as its international sales and public relations specialist, handling several of the state’s key international outreach programs. CARSON CITY, Nev. — Travel Nevada has […]

Nevada Tourism Partners

May 17, 2018

Greetings from Carson City where Mother Nature is hinting at fall, but we’re still enjoying bluebird skies and perfect weather for discovering Nevada. Take some time to venture out and […]

Get a Free 2016 Nevada Travel Guide

May 17, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Explore ghost towns, hike through bristlecone pine forests, enjoy world-class nightlife and entertainment, and relax in a hot spring while viewing the expansive desert landscape — there’s so […]

Carson City eighth-grader wins Discover Your Nevada essay contest

May 16, 2018

Travel Nevada’s ‘Discover Your Nevada’ effort encourages all Nevadans to visit within the state RENO, Nevada — Nadia Hill, an eighth-grade student at Eagle Valley Middle School in Carson City, […]

Northern Nevada’s Old West Charm

May 01, 2018

Virginia City, Carson City and Carson Valley are profiled in this short piece in the summer 2018 issue of Via. Via_Summer 2018

Nevada tourism industry recognizes top advocates with service awards

April 16, 2018

EDITORS: For images of tourism award winners, see https://bit.ly/2qxK5fy TONOPAH, Nevada — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) honored several individuals and organizations for their dedication to the state’s […]

Travel Nevada grants funding for 25 tourism infrastructure projects

March 29, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) approved $200,000 in grant funding for infrastructure projects, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced today. The Projects Relating to Tourism Grants […]

Travel Nevada announces Discover Your Nevada eighth-grade essay contest

March 28, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nevada — Travel Nevada (Nevada Division of Tourism) and the Nevada Department of Education are offering the Discover Your Nevada essay contest for eighth-graders. The contest, now in […]

Travel Nevada announces promotions within marketing department

February 08, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (Travel Nevada) today announced a series of internal promotions in its Carson City office prompted by the resignation of […]

Tourism pros to gather in Tonopah April 11-13 for Rural Roundup

February 06, 2018

CARSON CITY, Nevada — Tips on astrophotography, historical buildings as tourist draws and productive strategic plans are among the topics at the Rural Roundup conference April 11-13 in Tonopah, Lt. […]

Road-trip itineraries, Nevada characters featured in new Nevada Visitor’s Guide

January 23, 2018

Road-trip itineraries, Nevada characters featured in new Nevada Visitor’s Guide CARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) has released its 2018 Visitor’s Guide, available at visitors centers, […]

New ‘Cowboy Corridor’ itinerary showcases Nevada section of I-80

January 18, 2018

CARSON CITY — Check out the ghost town where Mark Twain once prospected, get a primer in pyrotechnics in Battle Mountain, and connect with Western culture in Elko: it’s all […]

Travel Nevada unveils new itinerary designed for extraterrestrial life forms

December 27, 2017

CARSON CITY, Nev. — In an intergalactic outreach campaign, the Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) has created a travel itinerary suited to the possible extraterrestrial life forms identified in […]

Travel Nevada offers thrilling reasons to travel in 2018

December 18, 2017

CARSON CITY, Nev. (December 18, 2017) – In Nevada, 2018 is shaping up to be one of the best years yet, with new resorts, restaurants and recreation. Whether you’re a […]

Rural Nevada tourism agencies to receive $666,600 in state grants

December 04, 2017

LAS VEGAS — The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) approved $660,600 in grants for rural tourism organizations to promote their destinations, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced Monday. The grants will […]

Message from the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs

October 02, 2017

Words cannot express our grief and sadness over the senseless shooting in Las Vegas last night, Oct. 1. That a single person could bring upon Las Vegas such destruction and […]

Travel Nevada and Reno Bites teams up to develop food-themed road trip itinerary

September 12, 2017

Social promotion runs through Oct. 11 — participants have a chance to be on the Reno Bites Chef Showdown judging panel. CARSON CITY, Nev. — Reno is featured in a […]

Travel Nevada Launches 360° Video ‘Don’t Fence Me In’ Tour

September 07, 2017

Participants can enter for a chance to win one of seven ultimate Nevada getaways CARSON CITY, Nev. (September 7, 2017) – Beginning Sept. 2, the Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel […]

U.S. Travel Outlook – July 2017

July 24, 2017

  What follows are some select excerpts from the latest U.S. Travel Association’s “U.S. Travel Outlook,” a compilation of current research and trends by David Huether. The industry insights we […]

Nevada Tourism awards $983,400 in grants to promote rural Nevada

June 21, 2017

CARSON CITY, Nev. — New special events are slated for rural Nevada, including a quirky cooking festival that involves steam engines, as well as an event celebrating the 20th anniversary […]

Industry Announcements – July 2017

June 19, 2017

Here is a quick look at what’s around the bend in the Nevada tourism world, as of July, 2017. Partner Websites: Live! travelnevada.biz was launched to provide a “one-stop” online […]

Nevada Museums at the DMV

June 19, 2017

A video promoting Nevada’s seven state museums is being shown at Department of Motor Vehicles offices around the state. The one-minute video, produced in-house by the Department of Tourism and […]

International Offices Update – July, 2017

June 19, 2017

Travel Nevada International Offices Travel Nevada continues to evolve in the efforts of promoting Nevada to our International Markets. As we begin the new Fiscal Year of 2018, Travel Nevada […]

Travel Nevada announces summer 2017 must-do list

June 02, 2017

CARSON CITY, Nev. – As the weather warms up, people begin to daydream about the ideal summer. Phrases like “best summer ever” and “#Summer2k17” get thrown around. To ensure that those […]

‘Discover Your Nevada’ and hit the road for a cause this summer

May 30, 2017

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) will launch its annual Discover Your Nevada campaign this month to encourage Nevadans to explore and discover the Silver […]

Champions of Nevada’s rural tourism industry honored at state conference

April 28, 2017

ELKO, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism recognized outstanding members of the state’s rural tourism industry at the VolunTourism Awards Dinner April 27 in Elko. The awards ceremony was […]

True West: The Loneliest Road to Old West History

March 22, 2017

Hit the road across the Silver State’s heartland to discover its wondrous past. http://www.truewestmagazine.com/loneliest-road-old-west-history/  

KUNR: Photography, Wineries And Cowboys—Nevada’s Rural Tourism

March 02, 2017

Reporter Noah Glick looks at what is being done to attract more people to Nevada’s rural communities.       Tourism is Nevada’s largest industry, making up nearly 30 percent […]

Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts Follow Snowy President’s Day with Over Seven Feet of Fresh Snow in Seven Days 

February 23, 2017

  Lake Tahoe, Calif. & Nev. (Thursday, February 23, 2017) – Lake Tahoe ski resorts celebrated a snowy President’s Day holiday thanks to multiple winter storm systems that have made this […]

Brazilian TV Show Viaje Comigo visits Nevada

February 14, 2017

Courtesy of Peter and Erick Goldschmidt Travel Nevada, in partnership with Sixt Rent a Car and Affinity, provided an adventure in the great Silver State to Peter and Erick from […]

“Secrets of the Desert”—KSNV Las Vegas Explores the ET Highway

February 08, 2017

Secrets of the Desert: The Little A’Le’Inn and Lunar Crater National Natural Landmark by Gerard Ramalho Monday, February 6th 2017  7 photos LAS VEGAS (KSNV News3LV) — Our trek along the […]

Draw of cultural tourism increasing in Nevada

January 10, 2017

RENO, Nev. — Gaming may still be king in Nevada, but the draw of the state’s arts and history is a powerful queen for the tourism industry. Visitors to the […]

Travel Nevada Establishes New Travel Industry Award

December 19, 2016

  CARSON CITY, Nev. — Travel Nevada announced today the establishment of the Larry J. Friedman Industry Partner of the Year Award. In celebration of long-time Nevada tourism industry leader, Larry […]

Re-Covering Brazil: Nevada featured in O Globo, Rio de Janeiro’s principal paper

December 14, 2016

December has been a hot month for Nevada tourism in Brazil, with two major-publication cover stories in as many weeks. This time the beauty of the Silver State was the feature […]

Nevada headlines Tourism section in Folha de S. Paulo — Brazil’s biggest newspaper

December 05, 2016

Our Brazil PR and Marketing team awoke on December 1 with some exciting news: Nevada made the cover of the tourism supplement of Folha de S. Paulo, the most widely circulated newspaper […]

Travel Nevada Launches Fall/Winter Marketing Campaign

November 17, 2016

Campaign builds on success of national-award-winning “Don’t Fence Me In” millennial marketing effort CARSON CITY, Nev. —Travel Nevada (Nevada Division of Tourism) recently launched its new Fall/Winter integrated marketing campaign, […]

Nevada celebrates history and harvest at fall events

September 27, 2016

CARSON CITY, N.V. – As the leaves begin to change, so do the types of events in the Silver State. Fall brings a variety of harvest festivals, city celebrations and […]

NEVADA TOURISM GRANTS $895,770 FOR RURAL TOURISM PROMOTION

June 29, 2016

The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) has awarded $895,770 in grants to entities promoting rural Nevada tourism, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced today. CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Commission […]

NEVADA ANNOUNCES SUMMER EVENTS IN THE SILVER STATE

June 21, 2016

Summer in Nevada brings races, festivals and shows — but none of them typical. Nevada invites memory-makers of all varieties to experience epic summer fun like they never have before. […]

Test your Nevada knowledge for a chance at a Jet Pack flight, Air Race tickets

May 26, 2016

Are you a Nevada expert? Put your Silver State savviness to the test in Travel Nevada’s “Show Me That Nevada Clout” online promotion, and you could get a Jet Pack […]

Vote online for your favorite ‘Welcome to Nevada’ signs through April 22

April 19, 2016

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Vote for your favorite “Welcome to Nevada” highway signs online at Travel Nevada.com/pages/sign-contest through April 22. Voters will choose four winning designs, each of which will be […]

Travel trends, international market among topics at Rural Roundup tourism conference

April 15, 2016

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Veteran travel journalist Doug Lansky, economist Dave Bratton and international protocol expert Marie Betts-Johnson are among the speakers set to address Nevada’s rural tourism industry at […]

Nevada gives visitors endless ways to enjoy spring

March 24, 2016

CARSON CITY, N.V. – As spring approaches in Nevada, events throughout the state create opportunities to enjoy the wide open outdoors. From amazing races with bicycles, bathtub boats, cars and […]

Nevada’s boundless land revealed on Google Maps

March 22, 2016

CARSON CITY, Nev. (March 22, 2016) – Travel Nevada joins the elite club of destination marketing organizations to borrow the Google Street View Trekker to collect images of less-traveled areas […]

Governor Sandoval launches ‘Welcome To Nevada’ sign design contest for Nevada’s high school artists

March 01, 2016

Nevada’s welcome signs are about to get a complete refresh thanks to a Welcome to Nevada Design Contest. The contest challenges Nevada’s high school artists to create official Welcome to […]

Nevada joins Brand USA, Department of Commerce to launch China Tourism Year

February 29, 2016

BEIJING, China — Nevada tourism officials attended the launch of the China Tourism Year in Beijing today, marking a cooperative effort to increase travel between China and the United States. […]

Travel Nevada’s Rural Roundup tourism conference set for April 13-15 in Laughlin

February 24, 2016

CARSON CITY, Nev. —Nevada’s rural tourism professionals will gather April 13-15 in Laughlin for the annual Rural Roundup conference, Lt. Gov. and Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) Chairman Mark Hutchison […]

NBC Sports to Air One-Hour Show in March Featuring National Championship Air Races

February 18, 2016

Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) announced that NBC Sports will air a one-hour show nationally on the NBC Sports network featuring the National Championship Air Races […]

Travel Nevada recognizes top rural tourism boosters at statewide conference

February 15, 2016

LAUGHLIN, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism (Travel Nevada) honored rural Nevada’s top tourism supporters at the annual VolunTourism Awards ceremony on Thursday at the Aquarius Casino Resort. The […]

Get a Free 2016 Nevada Travel Guide

February 03, 2016

Explore ghost towns, hike through bristlecone pine forests, enjoy world-class nightlife and entertainment and relax in a hot spring while viewing the expansive desert landscape — there’s so much to […]

Nevada State Tourism Official Named ‘Top 25 Extraordinary Mind’ in Marketing

January 21, 2016

Claudia Vecchio, director of the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, has been named one of the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association Internationals Top 25 Extraordinary Minds. CARSON CITY, […]

Travel Nevada Announces New International Sales and Public Relations Specialist

January 19, 2016

Travel Nevada has hired Yennifer Reyes Callen as its international sales and public relations specialist, handling several of the state’s key international outreach programs. CARSON CITY, Nev. — Travel Nevada […]

Canadian curling fans get hearty helpings of Nevada hospitality at ‘Hurry Hard and Come Back to Nevada, Eh!’ breakfast

January 13, 2016

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 17, 2016): If free pancakes, maple syrup and Canadian back bacon aren’t enough to make Canadian curling fans feel welcome in Nevada, then an all-expenses-paid trip […]

Nevada offers visitors new memories to kick off the new year

January 12, 2016

CARSON CITY, N.V. – Nevada’s New Year’s resolution is to ensure that travelers go home with more stories than souvenirs. With the lineup of events scheduled in early 2016, that […]

Nevada Tourism awards $294,677 in state grants for tourism marketing

December 09, 2015

CARSON CITY, Nev. — A proposal to create trail maps for North Lake Tahoe and another to produce a television program featuring areas along Nevada’s U.S. 50 corridor are among […]

Travel Nevada reaches 10,000 Instagram followers, announces channel takeovers

November 19, 2015

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Travel Nevada announced today that in celebration of reaching 10,000 followers, 10 different Nevada adventurers will take the reins of @Travel Nevada on Instagram in a […]

Nevada gives the gift of unforgettable experiences for the 2015 holiday season

November 19, 2015

CARSON CITY, N.V. (November 19, 2015) – As the holidays approach, presents and wish-list items are on everyone’s mind. In Nevada, some of the best gifts are memories created through […]

India or Bust!

July 01, 2015

The Nevada Legislature approved funding for tourism representation in India, opening us to the largest potential travel market in the world after China. The reason that India is so lucrative […]

Visitors Guide Listings Update

July 01, 2015

Planning and production of the 2016 Travel Nevada Guide is underway, and we want to be sure that your property or attraction is listed correctly in both the guide and […]

Your Guide to Road Trippin’ Nevada

April 01, 2015

Make the 2015 Nevada Visitor Guide your road-trip co-pilot! We designed the guide with the road warrior in mind and provided a variety of itineraries and routes to explore the […]

Rural Roundup in the Carson Valley

April 01, 2015

Mark your calendars for Rural Roundup, April 15-17 in the Carson Valley! Sessions include “History as a Hook,” “Evolution of Website Design,” “Itinerary and Product Development,” and “Paranormal Tourism.” Keynote speakers are […]

Welcome to Nevada, Fahlgren Mortine!

April 01, 2015

On Feb. 10, the State's Board of Examiners approved the two-year, $20.2 million contract for Fahlgren. Together, Fahlgren and Abbi will implement Travel Nevada's integrated tourism marketing campaigns. The agencies […]

Visitor numbers and spending increases in 2014

April 01, 2015

Last year closed with a rise in all our key indicators. Room tax collections topped $19.2 million for 2014, a 9.3 percent increase over the previous year. for more on […]

New Air Service in 2015

April 01, 2015

Reno recently saw the return of nonstop international service with the launch of Volaris flights from Guadalajara. In December of this year, Reno will welcome twice-weekly nonstop Thomas Cook flights […]

You’re Taking Advantage of the New Co-op Marketing Program, Right?

April 01, 2015

The marketing co-op program, managed by Travel Nevada partner Madden Media, provides Nevada tourism marketers a host of powerful marketing options. Amplified Storytelling, Video Marketing, Prospecting and Site Retargeting, Search […]