Posts From: August 2014

Charming small towns of the South - USA Today

The South is full of charm, steeped in tradition and teeming with history, not to mention the savory southern fare with a side of hospitality. Experience the true small town South in these quaint locales by clicking through the photo gallery above…

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The 2014 Traveler 50: World's Smartest Cities - National Geographic Traveler

We all know our world is increasingly urbanized, but what makes a city smart? A sense of place, for starters, says Ian MacFarlane, consultant for National Geographic Channel’s Smart Cities program. “A city needs a heart and soul—typically the center, where people congregate for work and leisure. Smart cities are well-connected locally and internationally, have a sustainable lifestyle, and are places where people come first,” he says. Here’s our essential list of things we love in the world’s most exciting cities…

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Fowler Black Honored with Sports Tourism Excellence Award

By Laura Oswald on

Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau Sales Director, Fowler Black, is the recipient of the 2014 ConnectSPORTS Sports Tourism Excellence Award: CVB & Sports Commission of the Year - Services and Support. This award recognizes a sports tourism professional with the ability to orchestrate an entire community to serve a sporting event…

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