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2010

Interstate 40 Set to Reopen on April 27 After Rockslide Cleanup
N.C. DOT Completes Intense Six-Month Effort to Open Thoroughfare in Time for Spring Visitors
April 22, 2010

Maggie Valley Subcommittee Now Accepting 1-Percent Funding Requests
Deadline for Application Submission Set for April 16 for 28751 Zip Code Collection Area
April 8, 2010

Glimpse the Future at Interactive Marketing Symposium
Help Your Business Succeed By Learning About Tools and Rules of Communications Revolution
March 16, 2010

Haywood County Tourism to Host Mandatory Funding Workshop
Applicants Seeking HCTDA Grants in 2010-2011 Must Attend April 8th Session at Lake Junaluska
March 5, 2010

Tourism Tidbits: The Newsletter of the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Volume 1, Issue 7, February 2010
February 24, 2010

Hit the Slopes in North Carolina Mountains Before Season Ends
With Excitement of Winter Olympics Upon Us, Enjoy Some Snow Time Yourself at Cataloochee Ski Area
February 12, 2010
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2009

Girlfriend Getaway Sweepstakes: Enjoy Great Skiing in the Great Smokies
Fill Out Simple Entry Form at VisitNCSmokies.com to Win $1,200 Vacation Prize
December 4, 2009

Five Fun Reasons to Visit Maggie Valley & Waynesville This Winter
Escape the Rush, Stress of Holiday Season in Haywood County's Winter Wonderland
November 12, 2009

Several Alternate Routes to Haywood County from Points West Available
Rockslide Forces Closure of Interstate 40 in WNC, But No Need to Cancel Travel Plans
October 26, 2009

Maggie Valley and Waynesville Offer Ideal 'Base Camp' for Visit to WNC
Haywood County's 200 Diverse Accommodations Only Minitues From Dozens of Attractions, Activities
October 20, 2009

Canton Subcommittee Now Accepting 1-Percent Funding Requests
Deadline for Application Submission Set for October 30 for 28716 Zip Code Collection Area
October 7, 2009

Clyde Subcommittee Now Accepting 1-Percent Funding Requests
Deadline for Application Submission Set for October 8 for 28721 Zip Code Collection Area
September 24, 2009

Tourism Tidbits: The Newsletter of the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Volume 1, Issue 6, September 2009
September 23, 2009

Swing in the Smokies: Pack the Clubs for Unique Golf Experience This Fall
Six Haywood County Courses Offer Fun Challenges in Colorful Mountain Setting, Scenic Surroundings
September 16, 2009

Lake Junaluska Subcommittee Now Accepting 1-Percent Funding Requests
Deadline for Application Submission Set for September 30 for 28745 Zip Code Collection Area
September 16, 2009

Waynesville Subcommittee Now Accepting 1-Percent Funding Requests
Deadline for Application Submission Set for October 2 for 28785/86 Zip Code Collection Area
September 10, 2009

Tourism Tidbits: The Newsletter of the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Volume 1, Issue 5, August 2009
August 26, 2009

Dozens of Events Scheduled to Celebrate National Park's 75th Anniversary
Local Businesses, Organizations Partner to Present 10 Days of 'Play in the Park'
August 14, 2009

2010 Visitors Guide Offers Effective Advertising Opportunities
Haywood County TDA’s Annual Publication Resized, Redesigned and Online
August 10, 2009

Ghost Town Opens Cliffhanger Roller Coaster
For First Time Since Wild West Theme Park Re-opened in 2007, Visitors Can Experience Thrill of Ride
July 1, 2009

For 75th Anniversary, Explore Spectacular Stretch of Blue Ridge Parkway
Haywood County’s 46 miles of ‘America’s Favorite Drive’ Offer Unparalleled Vistas, Fun Adventure
June 26, 2009

Tourism Tidbits: The Newsletter of the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Volume 1, Issue 4, June 2009
June 24, 2009

Ghost Town Opens for 2009 Season, Daily Hours Begin June 5
Discounted Season Passes, Daily Admissission Tickets Available for Purchase Online
May 29, 2009

Tourism Tidbits: The Newsletter of the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Volume 1, Issue 3, May 2009
May 19, 2009

Haywood County TDA Awards Key Leaders in Tourism Industry
First Annual Luncheon Highlights Importance of Local Tourism and Travel Businesses and Organizations
May 11, 2009

Inaugural Haywood County Tourism Luncheon Set For May 7
Event at Laurel Ridge Country Club Kicks Off National Travel and Tourism Week
April 24, 2009

Haywood County TDA to Host Educational Seminar on Social Media
Two Experts Scheduled to Share Insights, Ideas at Colonial Theater on May 12
April 24, 2009

Swing Into Spring: Pack the Clubs for Unique Golf Experience
Six Haywood County Courses Offer Fun Challenges in Mountain Setting, Scenic Surroundings
April 16, 2009

Tourism Tidbits: The Newsletter of the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Volume 1, Issue 2, April 2009
April 9, 2009

Let Serenity of Mountain Setting Take You, and the Girls, to Pure Nirvana
Enjoy the Pampering You Deserve By Taking Advantage of the Girlfriend Getaway Offer
March 27, 2009

Tourism Tidbits: The Newsletter of the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Volume 1, Issue 1, March 2009
March 15, 2009

Waynesville Subcommitte Now Accepting 1% Funding Requests
Deadline for Application Submission Set for March 31 for 28786/85 Zip Code Collection Area
March 11, 2009

New Executive Director Officially Takes Reins of Tourism Agency
Lynn Collins, Former Maggie Valley Chamber Director, Makes Transition to Haywood County TDA
February 12, 2009

Great Skiing in the Great Smokies
Fill Out Simple Entry Form at SmokyMountains.net for Chance to Win $1,300 Vacation Prize
February 6, 2009

Haywood County TDA Begins 2009-10 Funding Process
Funding Guidelines/Request Forms Now Available; File By March 31
February 5, 2009

Celebrate 75th Anniversary of Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Only Minutes from America’s Most-Visited Park, Haywood County Offers Ideal ‘Base Camp’ for Visit
January 28, 2009


2008

Holiday Shopping in Haywood County Makes for 'Magical' Experience
Avoid Stresses of the Season With Getaway to Unique Shopping Destination in Beautiful Setting
December 1, 2008

Lake Junaluska Subcommittee Now Accepting 1% Funding Requests
Deadline for Application Submission Set for December 5 for 28745 Zip Code Collection Area
November 7, 2008

Haywood County TDA Renews Support for Blue Ridge Parkway
$15,000 Donation to Help Improve Visitor Experience at Area's Top Attraction
September 16, 2008

Visitor Spending in Haywood County Increases 5 Percent to $116.64 Million in 2007
Economic Impact of Travel and Tourism on County and State Reveals Continued Growth
August 18, 2008

For Many in the Southeast, a Refreshing Vacation is Only a Tank Away
Ideal Locale of Western North Carolina Mountains Allows for Enjoyable Trip Without Emptying the Bank
August 6, 2008

2009 Visitors Guide Offers Effective Advertising Opportunities
Haywood County TDA's Annual Publication to Reach 150,000 Targeted Potential Visitors
July 25, 2008

Despite Rising Gas Prices, Visitors Still Flock to Haywood County
Key Indicator Suggests Tourism Industry Continues Strong Growth in Midst of Weak Economy
July 15, 2008

Haywood County TDA Begins 2008-09 Funding Process
Funding Guidelines/Request Forms Now Available; File By April 30
April 4, 2008

Haywood County TDA Begins 1% Funding Process
Funding Guidelines Now Available, Zip Code Subcommittees Accepting Requests
March 21, 2008

Haywood County TDA Recognized for Campaign
American Advertising Federation of Knoxville Bestows Four Awards for Creative Marketing Efforts
February 29, 2008

Haywood County Tourism Continues Climb During Fall Months
Occupancy Tax Figures Up 22 Percent in November, Reach Double Digits in Four of First Five Months in 07-08
January 14, 2008


2007

Summer Months Prove to be Major Boon for Haywood County Tourism
Occupancy Tax Figures Up 22 Percent to Start Fiscal Year, Several Factors Spur Significant Growth
October 24, 2007

Haywood County TDA Publishes New Restaurant Guide
Brochure Features At-A-Glance Information About 100 Places to Eat
October 10, 2007

Haywood County Tourism to Produce Coloring Book Featuring Area Attractions
'Sunrise Coloring Contest' Offers Students Chance to Win $100, Have Drawing Published
October 4, 2007

Haywood County Tourism Enjoys Best Year on Record
Marketing Program Helps Boast Occupancy Tax Revenue 7 Percent in 2006-2007 Fiscal Year
August 10, 2007

County Spending by Overnight Visitors Increases More Than 7 Percent to $111 Million
July 25, 2007

Haywood County Tourism Agency Seeks Help from Realtors
Alerting Rental Property Owners of Occupancy Tax Law Will Benefit All
June 29, 2007

Haywood County Tourism Agency Donates $15,000 to Blue Ridge Parkway
Money to Help Improve Overlook Vistas Along Area's Popular Tourist Attraction
April 30, 2007

Haywood County Tourism Development Authority Approves 2007-08 Budget
Projected Rise in Revenue Allows for Increased Funding of Festivals/Events and
Chambers of Commerce, Continued Support for Major Marketing Plan
April 25, 2007

Tourism Agency Publishes New Resources for Visitors to Haywood County
Brochures, Map Provide Ideas About What to Do and How to Get There
April 19, 2007