Tourism
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Montgomery County Golf Courses Are Once Again Welcoming Golfers, But with Some Adjustments
Since last Friday, golf courses in Montgomery County and the entire of Pennsylvania are once again welcoming golfers, writes Frank Fitzpatrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. However, to address any lingering concerns over coronavirus, some changes have been made to the traditional golfing experience. Currently, tee times should be made either online or over the phone,…
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T-Shirts Made by North Wales’ DJB Specialties Encourage Residents to Stay ‘#MontCoStrong’
David Blank, owner of DJB Specialties in North Wales, has joined forces with the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board to create #MONTCOSTRONG T-shirts to help those who need it the most during the coronavirus pandemic, writes Greg Argos for CBS Philly. Blank knows what it is like to find yourself down on your luck…
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Montgomery County’s Businesses Need You
By Emily Keel of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board As our local, regional, national and global community makes the necessary adjustments to navigate this period of uncertainty, Montgomery County’s hospitality industry is working tirelessly to provide our community with every available resource and opportunity to support one another. Amidst government-mandated closures of restaurants and…
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Mike Bowman: VFTCB Battles for Montco’s Tourism and Hospitality Industry
By Mike Bowman On behalf of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), I wanted to update you on how our organization is working to support our members, hotels, and industry partners through the difficult COVID-19 situation. We are continuing to monitor developments, and have been staying in close communication with the Montgomery County…
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To Counteract Springtime Drop in Tourism Caused by Coronavirus Concerns, VFTCB Shifts Focus to Drawing in May, Summer Crowds
To counteract the springtime drop in business caused by the coronavirus crisis, Montgomery County is shifting its focus to drawing in May and summer crowds, writes Laura Smythe for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Currently, the situation across the county is changing on a daily basis, according to Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board CEO Mike…
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Annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run Canceled Due to Evolving COVID-19 Crisis
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has canceled the 15th Annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run scheduled for April 19 at Valley Forge National Historical Park due to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation. The 3-Mile Walk and Young Patriots Run have also been canceled. All proceeds minus the online processing fee will be returned…
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Montco Hotels and Businesses Continue To Welcome Visitors as Officials Continue to Monitor Coronavirus Situation Closely
Montgomery County hotels and business operations are continuing to welcome out-of-county and local guests as the county officials monitor the coronavirus situation closely. “As an organization that works closely with tourists and guests both internationally and domestically, the health and well-being of our county residents remains a top priority to the VFTCB,” said Mike Bowman,…
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Commissioners Discuss Montgomery County’s Successes, Challenges in First Installment of Tourism Talks Hosted By Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board
During the first installment of Tourism Talks, hosted by Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board on Feb. 27 at The Venue at Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia, Montgomery County Commissioners got the chance to answer several county-related questions submitted by VFTCB staff and event attendees. When asked about some of the unique…
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There Is Cornucopia of Things To Do In Conshohocken, Here Are a Few
Finding things to do in Conshohocken is easy thanks to the town’s myriad of dining options, natural beauty, and quirky and unique attractions, writes the Philadelphia Magazine. For example, those new to the area could start the day with a delicious cup of coffee at ‘Feine Coffee Shop which offers a perfect view of the…
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County Commissioners To Kick Off Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s ‘Tourism Talks’ Series on Thursday
Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board is retiring its Speaker Series event and replacing it with a new, innovative, and dynamic community panel titled Tourism Talks. Throughout the year, Tourism Talks will pop up at various Montgomery County locations with experts on different topics, such as marketing the visitor experience, leadership, and trends. The first…
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21+ Awesome Things To Do This Week in Montco
As we head toward the end of February, Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board has 21 awesome things to do this weekend: Special Events: Historical Dinner Series: Battle of Monmouth – Tuesday, February 18 Voices of Hope: A Black History Month Celebration Presented by Nemours – Thursday, February 20 Tri-County Young Professionals Awards Gala: 20…
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Philadelphia Union Contributes to Philadelphia Effort to Win Hosting Rights for 2026 World Cup
The Philadelphia Union soccer team in Chester has offered up a $1 million grant in the hopes of attracting the World Cup to Philadelphia in 2026, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Another $1 million grant came from the Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association and the Philadelphia Comcast Corp. executive David L. Cohen chairs…
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VFTCB Provides Update on Montco’s Tourism Economy to County Commissioners
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board recently provided an update on the county’s tourism economy to the Montgomery County Commissioners, covering everything from the hotel industry and international travel to marketing, arts and culture. “We continue to have great momentum in the tourism industry, and our team is extremely focused,” said Mike Bowman, President…
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VFTCB Aims to Inspire Overnight Trips to Montco with New Winter TV Campaign
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has debuted its new winter TV campaign aimed at inspiring overnight trips to Montgomery County. The commercial promotes the nonprofit’s #MakeItMontco Winter Hotel Package and encourages visitors to plan their next winter staycation in Montco by highlighting the word “make” in the campaign’s title. In the video, viewers…
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Tips on What to Know Before Investing in a Mascot from One of Creators of VFTCB’s ‘Monty’
Since it was introduced in 2017 by the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, Monty the Fox has become one of its key marketing assets, writes Zach Brown for LinkedIn. The successful mascot has received dozens of appearance requests since its launch and has proven to be a great hit with kids and adults alike.…
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Airbnb Hosts in Montgomery County Raked in More Than $3M in Income Last Year
Airbnb hosts in Montgomery County had a really good last year with $3.2 million generated in income from 19,700 guest arrivals, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The entire Greater Philadelphia also saw significant growth from 2018. Last year, the five-county region made $75.6 million from 583,100 guests, a 20 percent increase from…
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CMO for VFTCB Highlights Accessible Attractions in Montgomery County
It is often challenging for people with disabilities or those on the autism spectrum to find accessible attraction when traveling, writes Jill Horner for the Comcast Newsmakers. This is why Montgomery County is working hard on ensuring to have as many inclusive attractions as possible. “We are really fortunate here in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, to…
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MontcoForward Promotional Video Recognized With National Award
MontcoForward, a promotional video highlighting the enhanced economic development initiative and campaign by the Montgomery County Commerce Department, has received a Gold Zedman Award for Local/Community Video. The national award is overseen by the Society for Creative Professionals. It honors exemplary creative and imaginative content in production, direction, cinematography, graphics, writing, and editing. The winning…
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