2012 TOUR SEKY WORK STUDY
The 2012 TOUR SEKY Work Study Work Shop has been scheduled for April 24-26, 2012. This year's workshop will be traveling to Decatur, Alabama. TOUR's work studies have always been educational, yet fun. Participants often take part in the destinations tourism opportunities and also get the chance to learn from tourism and city officials. To learn more about TOUR SEKY's work study trips please...
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April is Redbud Month in Southern and Eastern Kentucky!
It may just be the beginning of winter, but TOUR SEKY is already planning for April and REDBUD Month. April is a wonderful time of the year for the southern and eastern Kentucky region. There is a number of events and activities that take place around the region; from walks, motorcycle rides, pageants, teas, and festivals there's something for everyone to do.
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Are You Motorcoach Ready?
Is your destination or business ready to welcome the motorcoach industry? Do you know how much of an economic impact a motorcoach has on your community? To learn more about what motorcoach companies are looking for, how to properly handle large groups that come with coaches, and how to prepare your destination or business for these coaches please contact Jeff Crowe to receive your...
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TOUR SEKY ANNOUNCES 2011 GOVERNMENTAL TOURISM IMPACT AWARD WINNER
TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky (TOUR SEKY) awarded the Governmental Tourism Impact Award to Gail Wright, Executive Director of the Gateway Area Development District (Gateway ADD). Wright received the award during TOUR SEKY’s 11th Annual Tourism Forum November 29, 2011. Read more »
BARNETT NAMED TOUR SEKY 2011 ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky (TOUR SEKY) named Craig Barnett, Vice President of Public Relations at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center as its 2011 Rookie of the Year. Barnett received the award November 29, 2011 during TOUR SEKY’s 11th Annual Tourism Forum. Read more »
TERRI ALDERMAN RECEIVES SHINING STAR OF THE YEAR AWARD
TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky (TOUR SEKY) hosted its 11th Annual Tourism Forum November 29, 2011 at The Center for Rural Development in Somerset, KY. The theme was “Tourism-It’s a Jungle Out There.” During the event, Terri Alderman, Morehead Tourism Director, was awarded the “Shining STAR of the Year” award. The “Shining STAR (service, training, achievement, and recognition) of the Year” award winner goes to an individual that boasts great customer service in their community and passes on their knowledge and training to the region. Read more »
Mounce named 2011 APEX winner!
TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky (TOUR SEKY) awarded the APEX Award to Carolyn Mounce during its 11th Annual Tourism Forum November 29, 2011. Mounce is the Executive Director of the Somerset-Pulaski County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB).
APEX stands for Achievement, Professionalism, Excellence, and X-traordinary in tourism.
Mounce was chosen for this award because of her tireless efforts to improve tourism opportunities not only in Pulaski County, but throughout the entire Lake Cumberland Region. Read more »
SOUTHERN AND EASTERN KENTUCKY FEATURED IN KENTUCKY MONTHLY MAGAZINE
TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky is proud to announce more than five communities in TOUR SEKY’s service area are featured in the October issue of Kentucky Monthly Magazine. The issue features fall favorites including readers pick for best getaways and festivals, “Exploring Autumn in Appalachia” and “10 things you’ve always wanted to learn”. Pine Mountain State Resort Park, Pineville was one of five getaways featured in the “Reader Retreats” article. “10 Things You’ve Always Wanted to Learn” tells readers where to go to learn everything from Fly Fishing to making pottery. Read more »
TOUR SEKY PRESIDENT/CEO RE-APPOINTED TO KTIA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
– TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky (TOUR SEKY) President/CEO, Jeff Crowe, was re-appointed to the Kentucky Travel Industry Association’s (KTIA) Board of Directors on October 18, 2011.
Crowe, who has been with TOUR SEKY since 2003 and was named President/CEO in 2008, will serve on the KTIA board through October 2014. “I am deeply humbled my peers nominated me to be re-appointed to the KTIA Board of Directors,” said Crowe. “The association touches every corner of the state from Paducah to Pikeville and it is truly an honor to be a part of this growing association.” Read more »
SOMERSET’S CAROLYN MOUNCE NAMED KTIA MEMBER OF THE YEAR
TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky (TOUR SEKY) Volunteer and Somerset-Pulaski County Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Carolyn Mounce, was named Member of the Year at the Kentucky Travel Industry Association’s (KTIA) Annual Fall Conference on Tourism. The meeting was held October 17th-19th at the Lexington Center, Lexington, KY. Read more »
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