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The Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Paducah, Kentucky. The CVB exists to create new economic opportunities through destination marketing, management and tourism development.
Paducah, Kentucky will be recognized internationally for its significant American heritage, inspiring creative culture and outstanding hospitality.
Paducah CVB will foster culture, creativity and innovation as a means to sustainable development making the City a great place to work, visit and live.
The Paducah CVB is accredited by the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) of Destinations International. The Paducah CVB is a quasi-governmental organization, funded by the Transient Room Tax levied on hotel, motel, bed & breakfast accommodations, and overnight room rentals and retreats.
The Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau shares in the equity, diversity & inclusion pledge set forth by Destinations International. The Paducah CVB believes in the importance of representing a wide variety of individuals at every level of a destination organization. A diverse and inclusive workplace is central to the tourist industry’s ability to attract, develop, and retain the talent it needs to remain competitive, drive innovation and maintain relevancy. The CVB stands committed to this vision to implement Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategies and best practices.
Watch recent episodes of Tourism Talk on Paducah 2 featuring local attractions, event organizers and creatives as well as visiting artists and officials!
Travel promotion is business development, and tourism plays a pivotal role in building our community and economy for the benefit and well-being of every resident! Learn more about the local tourism industry which generates substantial economic and cultural impact through tourism in Paducah-McCracken County.
Approximately 2.4 million visitor trips generated $189.9 million in direct expenditures, contributing to a $273.54 million total impact in 2019, an increase of 5.4 percent over 2018. The visitor economy in Paducah-McCracken County supports 2,495 jobs and generates $21.26 million in state and local taxes annually.
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