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!

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.

PRESS RELEASE: A new partnership between Explore Asheville and Garden & Gun, includes bringing the magazine’s esteemed Made in the South Awards celebration to Asheville in 2022.

The Annual Report for Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority’s Fiscal Year 2020-2021 is available for download. Find a link to download a copy on the Research & Reports page.

PRESS RELEASE: Time-honored events like the Sourwood Festival and Downtown After 5 to cultural celebrations like Blue Ridge Pride Festival and GRINDFest 2022 will receive financial support in 2022 from the Buncombe County TDA.

PRESS RELEASE: Bob Patel, a self-described “accidental hotelier,” is the recipient of the 2021 William A.V. Cecil Tourism Leadership Award for his commitment and contributions to the tourism sector and the community.