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Tourism’s Vital Role in Rebuilding WNC’s Economy

Feb 27, 2025 08:51AM ● By Emma Castleberry

A variety of initiatives appeared to support the vital tourism industry in WNC following Helene.

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Restoring Asheville’s Economy Through Unity and Innovation

Feb 06, 2025 08:54AM ● By Emma Castleberry

Asheville's AVL 5X5 strategy had to pivot to economic recovery after Hurricane Helene. Collaboration, tourism support, and addressing pre-existing challenges like housing are key focuses for the multi-year effort.

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NC rises to No. 5 In US visitation

May 22, 2024 08:55AM ● By WNC Business

Extending its growth spurt in visitor spending, travelers add $35.6 billion to the state economy.

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Small amusement park attraction means large community impacts

Apr 21, 2024 11:47AM ● By Randee Brown

Shifting in response to community and visitor demands help destinations, and therefore an entire community, thrive.

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Maintaining WNC’s creative economy

Apr 17, 2024 11:04AM ● By Randee Brown

Artists and creatives play a role in the region's tourism industry, though there are challenges in maintaining this economic aspect.

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Native culture's role in WNC's tourism draw

Apr 13, 2024 07:57AM ● By Randee Brown

History and culture at the doorstep of a national park helps draw tourists to WNC.

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WNC's tourism tradition

Apr 10, 2024 01:22PM ● By Randee Brown

Preservation of the historic NuWray Hotel nods to WNC’s longstanding tourism tradition.

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Expanding wintertime activities creates anchor tourist destination

Apr 06, 2024 05:25PM ● By Randee Brown

Off-season activities encourage continuity in tourist visitation for WNC.

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Increasing the economic vitality of WNC

Apr 04, 2024 05:13PM ● By Randee Brown

The Biltmore Estate serves as an anchor destination for WNC tourism.

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Hospitality industry outlook

Apr 02, 2024 05:37PM ● By Randee Brown

Explore Asheville hosted Economist Travis Napper to share a hospitality industry economic outlook.

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