Travel Oregon partners with Wheel the World to pioneer a new standard for inclusive travel September 29 2025  – The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon , has worked with Wheel the World (WTW) to earn the state of Oregon a landmark designation: the first state to become “Accessibility Verified.” The designation elevates transparency and promotes inclusivity in travel experiences for people with visible and non-visible disabilities. This milestone follows a coordinate

World Curling Championships Coming to Utah  Home to the Greatest Snow on Earth®, Utah has a strong winter sport reputation as the future host of the 2034 Winter Olympic & Paralympic Games. Canadian winter sport fans will see Utah host the upcoming World Men's Curling Championship from March 28 to April 5, 2026 in Ogden. The venue previously hosted curling during the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. Located 40 minutes north of Salt Lake City, Ogden is home to Powder Mountain, the l

25 September 2025  – Perfectly positioned just minutes from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Grapevine, Texas is a vibrant destination where you can experience authentic Texas charm. With new hotel projects, seasonal celebrations and added attractions, Grapevine continues to offer plenty of reasons to visit year-round. Here’s a glimpse of what’s new and happening in Grapevine, Texas: CHRISTMAS CAPITAL OF TEXAS® As the Christmas Capital of Texas®, Grapevine transforms

23 September 2025  – Ten New Zealand travel agents have just returned from an unforgettable FAM experience hosted by Fiji Airways and Grapevine, Texas, as part of the 39th annual GrapeFest® – A Texas Wine Experience. The participating agents were Raya Bryce (Flight Centre Blenheim), Caitlin Thomson (HOT The Square), Princess Roldan (HOT High Street Lanes), Hayley Thompson (YOU Travel Manly), Pauline Gooding (HOT Te Awamutu), Lucy Smith (Flight Centre Lambton Quay), Sophie Sh

Only one bear can be crowned Fat Bear Week champion Grazer -  2024 Fat Bear Week Champion 19 September 2025 : From the rugged beauty of Alaska’s wilderness comes an extraordinary annual showdown -  Fat Bear Week . Some of the largest brown bears on Earth make their home at Brooks River in Katmai National Park, Alaska.  This year, voting runs September 24 - October 1 (AEDT / NZDT). Even if you’re thousands of kilometres away in Australia or New Zealand, you can be part of one

15 September 2025 : As Washington, DC is painted in the vibrant hues of autumn, it offers a picturesque backdrop perfect for a seasonal getaway. The city buzzes with cultural highlights, fresh hotel openings, and a packed calendar of events. Key attractions include the USD$40 million renovation of the National Archives Museum, boutique accommodations such as Sixty DC and Canal House, and seasonal celebrations like Theatre Week, Capital Harvest on the Plaza and the Snallygaste

Adventurous thrills in Oklahoma’s great outdoors 9 September 2025: From soaring zip-line rides over the Arbuckle Mountains and boulder-hopping hikes through ancient wildlife refuges, to epic cave explorations and world-class stargazing, Oklahoma offers a variety of outdoor adventures and experiences.  With 39 state parks and countless outdoor recreation areas, there is an experience suited for everyone, from the soft adventurer to the outdoor thrillseeker.  Plan an Oklahoma

To help shape perception and maintain 2024 record-setting momentum, renewed focus on humanizing DC 8 September 2025, Washington, DC – Following a record-setting year for visitation and economic impact, Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organisation for Washington, DC, announced sales and marketing strategies for 2026 that aim to shape perception and counter negative rhetoric about the District. Plans include advancing the message of the “Only One DC” cr

From iconic, high-fashion spectacles to wellness takeovers, a cult classic return and Michelin-starred dining – West Hollywood is serving up its most exciting season yet. 5 September, 2025 - West Hollywood is rolling out a fresh lineup of events and experiences this season that showcases the city’s iconic blend of creative-cool, distinct culture and extravagant flair. There’s never been a better time to visit, or linger longer, in West Hollywood. Mind + Body Month: wellness,

4 September 2025: Washington, DC , Philadelphia and Boston , three of the United States’ most celebrated destinations, have partnered with leading travel operator Helloworld Travel to put the East Coast USA on the travel radar. The campaign, which runs from July to September 2025, is part of an overall destination marketing strategy which seeks to inspire, excite and educate Australian travellers on the possible experiences that await them in these major USA destinations. T

September 2, 2025: Visit Seattle is proud to unveil its newest campaign, Mother Nature’s City, rooted in the celebration of Seattle’s unparalleled access to the great outdoors - from shorelines and waterways to lush forests and expansive urban parks.   Fall - the days are shorter and the air is a little crisper. The Emerald City shifts to hues of red, yellow and orange as the evergreens are punctuated by the changing hues of the deciduous trees scattered amongst them. Seattl

Ghost towns & gold dust: Hit the road and discover Nevada’s forgotten frontier 2 September 2025: There’s more than just gold hidden deep in the hills of Nevada, with the state's rugged landscape home to more ghost towns than populated cities. Once prosperous mining boomtowns and bustling communities that were eventually abandoned, Nevada’s landscape is dotted with hundreds of ghost towns - each with their own captivating vintage Wild West story during a time long gone by.  T