What’s New
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Phase 2 of COVID Relief Business Recovery Grant Program Set To Take Applications Soon
Businesses that may be eligible include arts, entertainment, recreation, hotels, restaurants, bars, food services, and others in NAICS codes 71 and 72. Expanded eligibility is being considered for Phase 2.
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Official 2022 Asheville Visitor Guide Aligns with Buncombe County TDA’s Strategic Pillars
Now available, featuring content created by a host of local photographers and writers throughout the book’s 84 pages, aligning with Explore Asheville’s four strategic imperatives.
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View Recording: ‘Get Group Ready!’ Webinar Presented by Explore Asheville
Is your business ‘group ready’? How can you get in the minds and hearts of meeting planners looking to bring their event to Asheville? View a recording of this Partner Webinar to get answers to these questions and more!
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Deadline for Business Recovery Grant Program Applications Is January 31 – Apply Now!
Businesses that may be eligible include arts, entertainment, recreation, hotels, restaurants, bars, food services, and others in NAICS codes 71 and 72. Get details here. The deadline to apply is January 31, 2022.
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Meet the Explore Asheville Community Partners Honored as CVB Superstars for 2021
Explore Asheville recognizes partners who have made standout contributions to the work we do to promote Asheville and Buncombe County as a destination. Meet the folks we’ve selected as our 2021 Superstars!
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Attention Partners: Participate in Explore Asheville’s 2022 Winter Promotion – Here’s How
Explore Asheville is promoting special offers on revitalizing spa and wellness experiences this winter season and are seeking to showcase partners that offer wellness-minded experiences.
What’s New
First Annual Industry Preview at The Year Ahead Event
State Representatives Receive Top Honors; Community Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Tourism Product Development Fund; Industry Panelists Share Updates on New Happenings and Experiences; and Explore Asheville’s Storytelling Foundation Debuts at Inaugural Event
2022 Annual Superstar Awards Honor Western NC Leaders
State lawmakers Congressman Chuck Edwards, Senator Julie Mayfield and Senator Warren Daniel recognized with Asheville Superstar Awards for their bi-partisan support of the passage of House Bill 1057.
Explore Asheville Earns DMAP Reaccreditation with Distinction from Destinations International
Explore Asheville Earns Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) Reaccreditation with Distinction from Destinations International.
Explore Asheville’s Strategic Imperatives
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