Press Releases
Press releases from Experience Columbus share the latest updates from Ohio’s thriving state capital.
2021 State of the Visitor Industry: First Quarter Report
COLUMBUS – In conjunction with the 38th annual National Travel and Tourism Week, this year recognizing the Power of Travel and the industry’s role in bringing back our vibrant communities, restoring the economy and rebuilding our workforce,
Experience Columbus Releases 2020 Annual Report
COLUMBUS – The 2020 Experience Columbus Annual Report, released today, shows that despite a tough 2020 the city is well poised for a strong recovery in 2021. As 2020 focused largely on local support and keeping the community connected to local
Experience Columbus Announces Changes to 2021 Board of Directors
COLUMBUS – Experience Columbus introduced numerous changes to its board of directors at the organization’s board meeting, held this morning via Zoom. Janelle N. Coleman, vice president, corporate philanthropy and community engagement at American
Columbus’ Primary Visitor Touchpoints Achieve Global Cleanliness Accreditation
The city’s international airport, convention center, transportation system, largest hotels and event venues are prepared for the return of larger gatherings and meetings COLUMBUS, Ohio – In preparation for larger gatherings and the return of meetings
The Ohio State University Introduces Free Online Course on Infection Prevention
With increased need to help keep public spaces safer, course enhances professional knowledge. READ MORE
New Experience Columbus Chatbot Serves as Holiday Gift Assistant
As first destination to bring conversational AI to visitors, chatbot joins host of digital trip planning tools to enhance economic recovery COLUMBUS – Experience Columbus has worked with Satisfi Labs to develop a virtual chat assistant on the
2020 State of the Visitor Industry: Third Quarter Report
COLUMBUS – The tourism industry remains steadfast in its efforts to outlast the spread of COVID-19 according to the state of the visitor industry report from Experience Columbus and the Greater Columbus Sports Commission. “2020 has been anything but
Columbus Roar & Explore Pass, Packages Offer Flexible Options for Safe Yet Unforgettable Getaway
COLUMBUS – The New Roar & Explore Pass and overnight getaways offer Columbus visitors and locals alike incredible flexibility with fully customizable experiences at an affordable price. Whether they’re local Cbus residents, visiting from out-of-town
Tax Revenue Generated by Columbus Visitors Grows to $1.35 billion in 2019
Increases in visits, visitor spend, and jobs supported highlight importance of jumpstarting tourism economy amidst COVID-19 COLUMBUS – Throughout 2019 the Greater Columbus tourism economy continued to grow, seeing increases in number of visitors,
Experience Columbus Launches “Live Forward Live” Podcast
COLUMBUS – Experience Columbus announces its new “Live Forward Live” podcast, available now at ExperienceColumbus.com/Podcast as well as major podcast streaming services iHeart radio (website and app), Apple Podcasts, Spreaker and Spotify. Produced
