What’s New
More on Buncombe County TDA’s Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund: Updates & Media Coverage
Media coverage about recipients of grants from the BCTDA’s $5 million COVID relief fund includes stories and comments from industry partners on how the initiative is helping them safely and sustainably reopen and reinstate or generate jobs.
The ‘Asheville Cares’ Stay Safe Pledge Supports the Safety of the Local Community
PRESS RELEASE: Tool developed by Explore Asheville with tourism industry partners is a shared commitment among businesses, residents and visitors; available now for immediate download.
Explore Asheville Partners with Buncombe County on Safety Messaging to Protect Public Health
In partnership with Buncombe County Public Health, Explore Asheville kiosks remind visitors and residents about the NC mandate to wear face coverings to protect community and personal health.
Nationally Recognized Expert To Address How To Handle Anti-Mask Guests and Customers
PRESS RELEASE: The virtual event, titled “5-Step Action Plan for How To Handle Anti-Mask Guests,” will be presented by labor and employment attorney Andria Lure Ryan and hosted by Explore Asheville. It is free and open to local businesses.
$900B COVID-19 Recovery Package Benefits Small Businesses & Tourism Community
The $900 billion federal COVID-19 recovery package signed into law on December 27 contains significant benefits for small businesses and the tourism community, as well as for individuals. Here are some of the provisions.
Public Health & Safety: Information & Compliance Toolkit for the Wedding Industry
Explore Asheville in collaboration with Buncombe County public health officials is providing tools and information to help wedding industry partners comply with public health orders.
What’s New
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!
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.
Collaboration with Garden & Gun Magazine Shines Spotlight on Asheville’s Creative Spirit
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.
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