• Have a great idea to utilize our Tourism Marketing Grant? The application deadline for this round is August 1st, with awardees announced in October.  
  • Secure your State Fair Booth Showcase! Space is limited and spots are filled on a first-come, first serve basis. We only have 20 FREE spots available so secure your spot in our booth by contacting Andrea Etzel. 
  • Did you know we have a Wholesale Gear Program? If you would like to sell Kansas Tourism "To the Stars" merchandise at your local gift shop or visitor center, please contact Jordan Roemerman for more details and pricing information. If you would like to see photos of the products like below, please click here.
To the Stars Merch
  • We can't wait to see you at the Kansas Tourism Conference in October! Register here.
  • Mark your calendars now for the next Kansas Tourism Industry Huddle - Wednesday, August 11 at 1PM.
  • Did you miss a previous Travel Talk?  No worries....click here. 
  • For more resources check out our Industry page. 
Sunshine in the Sunflower State
In order to boost interest in historic communities and encourage stays in partnering historic hotels across the state, the team at Hotel Josephine in Holton is creating a Historic Hotel Kansas Road Trip Project.  If you have a historic hotel property and would like to participate contact Tracer Fox.
Partner Webinars
Join TTRA's Fireside Chat with STR's CEO Amanda Hite
Date:  Monday, July 19
Time:  2:30PM CST
 
Join Travel & Tourism Research Association President Nate Gieryn for a discussion with Amanda Hite about how the hospitality industry weathered the past 18 months. It will be a look toward the future for hospitality, and the opportunities provided to the industry of the recent acquisition of STR by commercial real estate company, CoStar Group.
 
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Make the Most of National Public Lands Day: NEEF Resources and Sponsorship Opportunities
Date:  Tuesday, July 20
Time:  1PM CST
 
The National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) will give an overview of this year's National Public Lands Day (NPLD) celebration, including important deadlines, links to NPLD planning resources, and information about applying for sponsorship opportunities for organizations hosting NPLD events. NEEF will also provide examples of past NPLD events hosted by trail organizations, both small and large, as potential inspiration for projects on National Trails. Learn how you can participate in one of the largest celebrations of public lands in the country!  
 
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Video and Social Engagement - Deep Dive
Date:  Thursday, July 22
Time:  12PM CST
 
Video and social engagement are best friends in the world of travel and tourism during recovery. Let’s get into the weeds and explore the strategies and how-tos of savvy video mavens. In this webinar, you'll learn: video creation & marketing finesse; production, lighting, and gear needed–even on a shoestring budget;  maxing out the power of YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn; and you'll explore: Does Tik-Tok make sense for your business?
 
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