Tourism
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Hurray Brands touts Montco accessibility, Elmwood Park Zoo, Normandy Farms
Valley Forge and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania is a great meetings destination because the region is home to more than 75 world-class hotels, 300 cutting-edge meeting venues, 1,600 restaurants, and unique team-building opportunities, all away from busy city life. In fact, the hotel tax, 4 percent, is one of the lowest in the region according to…
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New brewery tour makes stop in Pottstown; mixes heritage, conservation and fun
The Schuylkill River Greenways National Heritage Area has introduced a new brewery tour that will pair beer tastings with lessons on history and the environment. The unique Heritage & Hops Brew Tour being offered on Saturday February 24 will take 45 participants to four local breweries located within the Schuylkill River Watershed from Phoenixville to Reading, according…
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Automobile Dealers Association in East Norriton behind the wheel of auto show
The 117th edition of the Philadelphia Auto Show, running Jan. 27 through February 4 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, gives car enthusiasts the chance to experience the latest and greatest in technology and methodology. And that’s all courtesy of Auto Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia. “Those nine days are the heart of the auto industry in…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board sets awards record in 2017
The results are in, and the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board just wrapped up a banner year for awards! The organization and its staff collected a record 25 awards and recognition in 2017. The accolades add to a growing list of accomplishments for the VFTCB, said CEO and President, Mike Bowman. [uam_ad id=”54865″] “These…
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Lansdale chef Tyler Krewson headed to The Warrington
One of the most innovative executive chefs in the region, Lansdale’s Tyler Krewson, right, accepts new Executive Chef gig at The Warrington after taking both William Penn Inn and Old York Country Club to new levels of success through his art of plating, fearless menu creation, and exquisite flavors. Tyler brings his modern cooking techniques to…
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‘OnceThere’ makes booking tours a breeze at valleyforge.org
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA – The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board just made planning a Montgomery County experience one step easier. Visitors to valleyforge.org can now book experiences and tours directly through the website, thanks to a new integration with OnceThere, writes Rachel Riley for Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. [uam_ad id=”54865″] OnceThere…
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It’s official, LPGA Symetra Tour coming to Montco
The LPGA Tour made it official Monday, announcing a new Symetra Tour event, the Valley Forge Invitational, has been awarded to Raven’s Claw Golf Club in Limerick Township, Montgomery County. The event, one of approximately 22 official qualifying tournaments for players aspiring to compete on the LPGA Tour, will be held on May 24, 25…
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‘Thrill of the Chill’ heating up for Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board
The Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board has already begun seeing some good results from its winter hotel marketing campaign — the “Thrill of the Chill.” The tourism agency changed things up a bit this year, according to Edward Harris, chief marketing officer for the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board, and started the campaign…
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Family at the heart of Glencairn Museum World Nativities
Whatever your faith, or background, there’s something at the heart of the World Nativities exhibit at Glencairn Museum in Bryn Athyn that most people can probably relate to – family. The religious art and history museum, once the early 20th-century home of Raymond and Mildred Pitcairn and their children, displays dozens of three-dimensional nativity scenes collected from…
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Elmwood Park Zoo planning a trolley stop, or two, for Norristown
You love spending the day at Elmwood Park Zoo, but wouldn’t it be nice to take a break from the animals to head into town for a bite to eat, or take in one of those acclaimed productions at the Centre Theater, without the hassle of parking in Norristown? The zoo has a vision that…
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Valley Forge Casino Resort doubles down with $6M renovations
While you never know which card is coming up next when you’re sitting at the black jack table, it’s a sure bet your new room at Valley Forge Casino Resort will make you feel like a winner. Valley Forge Casino Resort just completed $6 million in renovations to 154 rooms in the Casino Tower. The…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board playing Rock, Paper, Scissors, with a twist
Rock, Paper, Scissors…Meeting! The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board is playing to win business. In an effort to stand out among competitors, the VFTCB sales team is providing meeting and event planners with a unique Decision-Making Tool Kit, and a twist on the Rock-Paper-Scissors game, according to the VFTCB. [uam_ad id=”54865″] “We wanted something…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board goes global to attract visitors to Montco
To attract more visitors to Montgomery County, sometimes the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board must first travel overseas. VFTCB President and CEO, Mike Bowman, and Director of Sports, Tourism, and Convention Sales, Marc Kaminetsky, attended the World Travel Market London last week to help bring more visitors to Montgomery County, writes Rachel Riley for…
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Aronimink Golf Club lands two PGA Championships
Aronimink Golf Club has been chosen to host the 2020 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship as well as the 2027 PGA Championship, according to a report from the Philadelphia Inquirer. An official announcement from the PGA of America is expected Tuesday, writes Will Gray for golfchannel.com. [uam_ad id=”54865″] The Newtown Square, Pa., course hosted its first and to…
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National Dog Show becoming an art form
As Montgomery County prepares for thousands of canines to take over the area for the National Dog Show next week, art is imitating life, writes Rachel Riley at Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board. This year, part of the National Dog Show Month leading up to the event at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in…
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Five Saints Distilling joins Keystone Craft Spirits Trail
In 2011, Governor Tom Corbett approved new legislation changing sections of the liquor code and approving Limited Distillery Licenses. This granted license holders the ability to manufacture and sell their bottled products, own and run satellite locations, open restaurants and hotels, with the option of distribution. Distilled spirits can now join the boundless success breweries and wineries…
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What are you doing this weekend?
Here’s a glimpse at some of the featured events happening across the county, brought to you by the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. FEATURED EVENT – 1777 WHITEMARSH ENCAMPMENT Hope Lodge Whitemarsh Encampment November 4 Hope Lodge The sound of musket fire will ring out on Saturday, November 4, during the annual 1777 Whitemarsh…
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Ron Jaworski headlines VFTCB blockbuster luncheon
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) hosted its largest-ever annual luncheon in the organization’s 50-year history with more than 450 attendees, including hospitality industry partners and elected officials. The luncheon’s “Experiential” theme celebrated the VFTCB’s 500-plus members and all the ways visitors and locals alike can experience Montgomery County, according to a release…
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