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BP Announces $3 Million Payment to Mississippi Gulf Coast Tourism Agencies

08/25/2010

Mississippi Gulf Coast tourism groups received a boost today as BP announced payments totaling $3 million for advertising, activities and events to increase vacation rental, hotel occupancy and restaurant business. The payments will also benefit recreational, retail and other hospitality businesses in the area.

Visitors Invited to "Pop" In to Welcome Centers During National Tourism Week

05/07/2010

MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST - May 6, 2010 - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau staff will be serving popcorn to visitors at the Hancock and Jackson County Welcome Centers during National Tourism Week May 10-14, 2010. Poster signs will invite guests to "Pop" in and See What's happening on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!

Mississippi Sound and Beaches Open for Recreation

05/03/2010

GULFPORT/BILOXI - The state waters of the Mississippi Sound, all beaches along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and beach vendors are open for business as usual. This includes charter fishing in Mississippi State waters 3 miles south of the barrier islands.

Mississippi Gulf Coast CVB Announces Mississippi Gulf Coast Remains Open for Business

04/30/2010

In light of the recent oil spill, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau (MGCCVB) announces, "The Mississippi Gulf Coast remains open for business."

Richard Forester, executive director of the MGCCVB, says, "Although we are most concerned about the impact this accident will have on our one of a kind ecological system and the economic ramifications of that, we want to stress that we are still a viable destination of choice today and for the future. The Mississippi Gulf Coast has a lot to offer including golf, shopping, attractions, and of course, our casinos. We will continue to do our job to promote our destination."

Mississippi Gulf Coast Tourism Luncheon Will Honor Carole Lynn Meadows

04/05/2010

GULFPORT, MS - The Harrison County Tourism Commission has selected Carole Lynn Meadows as the 2009 recipient of the "Billy Creel" Excellence in Tourism Award. The 13th Annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Tourism Award Luncheon will be Monday, May 3 at 11:30 a.m. at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, Camellia Ballroom.

Coast Events Receive National and Regional Recognition

01/15/2010

MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST - January 15, 2010- The American Bus Association (ABA) listed the Biloxi Seafood Festival among its Top 100 Events of 2010 in North America, while the Southeast Tourism Society (STS) chose the Mississippi Gulf Coast Mardi Gras, Gulf Coast Winter Classic and St. Patrick's Day celebrations as Top 20 event for January, February, and March, 2010.

OCEANS Conference Returns to Mississippi Gulf Coast

10/23/2009

GULFPORT MS - October 23, 2009 - The Mississippi Gulf Coast will get a boost in tourism spending when the OCEANS 2009 attendees arrive October 26-29. The meeting will take place at the newly expanded Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center with 1,200 people registered to participate. The conference is sponsored by the Marine Technology Society (MTS) and the Institute for Electronics and Electrical Engineering (IEEE) and was invited to the Mississippi Gulf Coast by the Gulf Coast Section of MTS.

Mississippi Legislators and Tourism Leaders Meet with U.S. Legislators

10/15/2009

GULFPORT, MS - October 15, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor Phil Bryant and Senator Lydia Chassaniol were in Washington, D.C. September 16-17, 2009 for the 2009 Travel Leadership Summit. They were joined by tourism leaders from across the state to emphasize the importance of the travel industry to the nation's economic recovery. The Mississippi Gulf Coast was represented by Harrison County Tourism Commissioner Wilma Rizzardi and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau Executive Director Richard Forester.

Mississippi Gulf Coast CVB Unveiled a New Visual Identity

09/14/2009

GULFPORT, MS - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) unveiled a new website, visitor guide, visitor map, and destination video on Friday, September 11, 2009 at an 11:00 a.m. press conference in Gulfport.

Harrison County Tourism Commission Announces Jon Lucas as Newest Tourism Commissioner

08/27/2009

Mr. Jon Lucas, president & general manager of the IP Casino Resort & Spa, has been selected to replace Mr. G. N. "Nicky" Creel of Biloxi, as a Harrison County Tourism Commissioner. The IP Casino Resort & Spa was the first casino to reopen in less than four months after Hurricane Katrina. It is one of the premiere casinos on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and was a AAA Four Diamond Award winner in 2008 and 2009.

Tourism Leaders Forming Advisory committee

07/24/2009

GULFPORT, MS – The Harrison County Tourism Commissioners voted to form an Advisory Committee to the HCTC Advertising Committee during the monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2009. The commissioners are inviting the Mississippi Hotel & Lodging Association, Mississippi Hospitality & Restaurant Association (Gulf Coast Chapter) and Mississippi Casino Operators Association to recommend representatives to work with the HCTC Advertising Committee to assist the commission in maximizing the advertising dollars of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB).

Coast Tourism Leaders Help Celebrate NAACP Historic Event in New York

07/23/2009

GULFPORT, MS – June 22, 2009 – Representatives from the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) were in New York last week for the historic 100th year anniversary and centennial convention of the NAACP. The CVB was the major sponsor for the Mississippi State Conference NAACP’s annual Catfish & Blues Reception, Wednesday, June 15, 2009 at the Hilton New York. The entertainment for the evening was Mississippi blues legend Bobby Rush.

Tourism Marketing Assistance Funds Available for Coast Non-Profits

03/13/2009

GULFPORT, MS – The Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau announces the reinstatement of the Marketing Assistance Program.

New Commercial Invites Floridians to Relax on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

03/13/2009

GULFPORT - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau has formed a partnership with the casino properties to produce a new TV commercial.

Coast Tourism Leaders Supports Local Events with Sponsorships

01/13/2009

GULFPORT – The Harrison County Tourism Commission continues it commitment to growing Coast tourism by granting sponsorships to three Mississippi Gulf Coast events: The Coastwide Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration, the Mardi Gras Mambo-Cue, and Smokin’ the Sound. These events bring out of town visitors who stay in Coast hotels and contribute to the local economy.

The Big 3 to Steer the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau Ad Campaign

11/04/2008

Three Mississippi Gulf Coast advertising agencies have combined their talents to market the Mississippi Gulf Coast as a vacation and meetings destination for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB).

Mississippi Gulf Coast Event Named Festival of the Year in Southeast

09/19/2008

MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST – The Southeast Tourism Society (STS) selected the Cajun, Country, Swamp Pop Music Festival & Car Show as the recipient of the 2008 Shining Example Award Festival of the Year with an attendance under 100,000.

Harrison County Tourism Commission Welcomes New Commissioner

08/26/2008

The Harrison County Board of Supervisors has appointed Wilma Strauss Rizzardi to serve as commissioner for the Harrison County Tourism Commission. Appointed by Supervisor Marlin Ladner, Ms. Rizzardi replaces George Watson who served on the Commission for over 15 years.

Mississippi Gulf Coast CVB Wins Gold Service Award For 2008

08/15/2008

Mississippi Gulf Coast – The Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau is proud to announce that it has been awarded M&C’s ‘Gold Service Award.’ A dedication to quality service is the key to maintaining customers and is also the key to winning Meetings & Conventions ‘Gold Service Award.’

Mississippi Golf Courses Garner ‘Top 100 Courses’ Distinction from GOLF Magazine

08/08/2008

The Mississippi Development Authority today announces that three state golf clubs – Fallen Oak, Dancing Rabbit and Grand Bear – have been accorded elite status from GOLF Magazine and its “Top 100 Courses You Can Play 2008-2009” list.

TRAVEL SEASON HIT HARD BY SOARING GAS PRICES - The Mississippi Gulf Coast fights back with Travel In

06/13/2008

GULFPORT/BILOXI - With prices at the pump soaring, the Mississippi Gulf Coast is doing its part to make summer travel a bit easier on the family budget. Families visiting the Mississippi Gulf Coast between June 15 and September 1 will receive a $50.00 gas voucher with a minimum two night stay at participating hotels.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau Welcomes New Executive Director

04/08/2008

MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce the selection of Richard Forester as Executive Director.

Week Two of Gulfport offers “Lagniappe” for All!

02/25/2008

Gulfport, MS—Feb 22,2007—Competition heated right back up Wednesday, beginning in the Hunter Divisions where for the second week some of the top horse-rider combinations turned in stellar performances. Phoebe Sheets rode Stowaway for owner Mindy Wurzburg to the Championship in the 1st Year Green Working, while Russell Frey picked up the tri colors in the 2nd Year Green Working aboard Susan Baker’s Tell All.

Savor The Weekend on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

02/22/2008

The Mississippi Gulf Coast will be home to the Southern Breeze Wine + Culinary Festival March 7-9, 2008. This three-day event travels across the Gulf Coast states educating and entertaining guests with winemaker dinners, wine tastings, local culinary competitions, seminars and a brunch.

HSMAI Recognizes the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau with Silver and Bronze Awar

02/14/2008

NEW YORK, NY – The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) recognized the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Zimmerman Agency for excellence for their winning entries in the annual HSMAI Adrian Awards Competition.