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Maryland Day Celebration Features Events throughout the Heritage Area
Release Date: Mar 08, 2010
Maryland Day Celebration Features Events throughout the Heritage Area
of Annapolis, London Town and Southern Anne Arundel County
AAACCVB Launches Campaign to Attract Spring Travelers
Release Date: Mar 05, 2010
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau is heralding the arrival of spring with an Annapolis in Pink interactive marketing campaign.
AAACCVB and The Newport & Bristol County CVB Partner to Attract Group Sales
Release Date: Feb 24, 2010
Meeting planners from the Mid-Atlantic region will learn firsthand why it makes good sense to book meetings in Annapolis, Maryland and Newport, Rhode Island.
AAACCVB Touts Destination's Valentine's Day Offerings
Release Date: Feb 04, 2010
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau invites individuals who are exploring Valentine’s Day possibilities to look no further than Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay.
Annapolis Restaurant Week Showcases Fine Cuisine at Affordable Prices
Release Date: Feb 03, 2010
Individuals in search of great food at a reasonable price are invited to pamper their palates during Annapolis Restaurant Week, Monday through Sunday, February 15-21. Thirty-four restaurants in Historic and greater Annapolis will be offering three-course, price-fixed meal selections during the Annapolis Business Association-sponsored event.
Top 10 Passionate Culinary Personalities Announced
Release Date: Jan 27, 2010
After tallying more than 4,500 votes that were cast for 15 finalists in its Passionate Culinary Personality contest, the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce the destination’s top ten Passionate Culinary Personalities.
Finalists Announced in Passionate Culinary Personalities Contest
Release Date: Jan 15, 2010
The Conference and Visitors Bureau is one step closer to identifying the destination’s most Passionate Culinary Personalities. A team of independent judges has narrowed the field of nominees to 15 finalists.
Seeking Destination's Most Passionate Culinary Personalities
Release Date: Jan 06, 2010
The AAACCVB is devoting the month of February to attracting food lovers to the destination and through the doors of member businesses. Through its Passionate Culinary Personality contest, the CVB is inviting interested individuals to provide the foodies of the world with the inside scoop on the experts behind Annapolis and Anne Arundel County’s world renowned cuisine.
New Year's Eve Specials in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County
Release Date: Dec 23, 2009
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau is making it easy for individuals to make their last-minute New Year’s Eve plans. Residents and visitors need simply click the Sail into the New Year button on www.VisitAnnapolis.org to be connected with host of dining, entertainment, and overnight specials throughout Annapolis and Anne Arundel County.
"More than a Pretty Face" Contest Winners Announced
Release Date: Nov 25, 2009
After tallying the more than 5,000 votes that were cast for 42 candidates in its November "More than a Pretty Face" contest, the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce twelve winners.
Experience the Magic this Holiday Season
Release Date: Nov 13, 2009
Magical. That’s the word that best describes Annapolis and Anne Arundel County during the holidays. There’s an energy, a romance, an excitement in the air that stirs the imagination and awakens memories of long ago. Below are just a few of the many events that area residents and vacationers are invited to enjoy this holiday season. For more information, visit www.VisitAnnapolis.org.
"Information on Wheels" First of its Kind in Nation
Release Date: Nov 10, 2009
The AAACCVB is the first destination marketing organization in the nation to offer complimentary electric-powered shuttle transportation. The Come Sail Away-branded eCruiser provides residents and vacationers with a convenient way to get from point A to point B in the heart of Annapolis and Eastport
AAACCVB Seeks Destination's Most Beautiful People
Release Date: Oct 29, 2009
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau has launched a contest designed to identify the people who make Annapolis and Anne Arundel County a beautiful destination.
AAACCVB Invites Boat Show Visitors to Experience the Destination
Release Date: Oct 06, 2009
In an effort to help its member partners reap the fullest benefits from the Boat Shows this year, the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau is coordinating in-store signage, complimentary shuttle transportation, and a Boat Bag Giveaway designed to get information about member specials into the hands of Boat Show attendees.
What's New for Fall 2009
Release Date: Sep 29, 2009
There’s a lot that’s new in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County this fall. Check out some of the latest attractions and experiences that beckon travelers this season.
AAACCVB Recognizes Most Valuable Partners
Release Date: Sep 25, 2009
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau presented Most Valuable Partner (MVP) Awards to four member businesses during the organization’s 19th Annual Partnership Meeting and Reception at the Loews Annapolis Hotel on September 22.
AAACCVB Introduces New Board Members
Release Date: Sep 16, 2009
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau will officially pass the gavel to its new Chairman of the Board, James LoBosco, General Manager of Loews Annapolis Hotel on Tuesday, September 22, at 4:30 p.m.
Wonders of the Chesapeake Campaign Highlights Annapolis' Uniqueness
Release Date: Sep 11, 2009
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau launched a three-month interactive promotional campaign designed to highlight the attractions and experiences that are unique to Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay.
Pilot Program to Assist Visitors
Release Date: Aug 18, 2009
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau is doing its part to help ensure that visitors get the most out of their Sunday visits to Historic Annapolis.
Governor Reappoints CVB CEO to Maryland's Tourism Development Board
Release Date: Jul 29, 2009
Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley has reappointed the President and CEO of the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau, Connie Del Signore, to a second term on the Maryland Tourism Development Board.
AAACCVB Promotion Boosted Visits to Area Art Galleries
Release Date: Jun 18, 2009
Nine Annapolis art galleries saw a boost in visitation as a result of the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau’s Celebrate the Arts promotion during National Tourism Week, May 9-17.
CVB Invites Travelers to Make Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay their #1 Choice this Summer
Release Date: Jun 08, 2009
Families looking for an exciting summer getaway need look no further than Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay. That’s the message the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau is driving home through its Chesapeake Adventures promotional campaign that kicks off today.
Area Residents Invited to Get to Know Their Hometown Visitors Bureau
Release Date: Apr 24, 2009
To help area residents better understand how its work impacts their lives, the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau will launch a grassroots public awareness campaign during National Tourism Week, May 9-17.
Dedicated and Enhanced Funding Just a Signature Away
Release Date: Apr 17, 2009
Senate Bill, 11, the Anne Arundel County Tourism and Economic Development Act of 2009, is on its way to Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley’s desk. If signed by the governor, the legislation will provide the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau with a dedicated source of revenue funded through county hotel tax receipts.
Annapolis in Pink Campaign Gets Wheels
Release Date: Apr 06, 2009
The Annapolis in Pink wristbands that visitors and area residents have been sporting since late February are discovering that they can flash them to receive priority seating on complimentary e-cruzer shuttle service at the March 28 through April 12 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC.
Pet-Friendly Annapolis and Anne Arundel County
Release Date: Mar 27, 2009
Many a pet lover has strolled through Annapolis’s Historic District on a balmy summer’s evening just to catch a glimpse of the many dogs who are accompanying their owners to dinner at popular outside eateries. Here are just a few of the attractions, properties, and services that help to make the destination a pet lover’s delight.
What's New for Spring 2009
Release Date: Mar 24, 2009
Families returning to Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, Maryland for a fun-filled vacation this summer will find much that is new about Maryland’s capital city and the county that surrounds it.
CVB Hires New Director of Sales
Release Date: Mar 10, 2009
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau (AAACCVB) is pleased to announce the addition of Bill Adams to its team of tourism professionals.
Rolling Out the Pink Carpet for Spring Travelers
Release Date: Feb 23, 2009
Today, the AAACCVB kicked off a nine-week Annapolis in Pink campaign that is designed to capitalize on the popularity of regional spring attractions, including DC’s March 28-April 12 Cherry Blossom Festival.
Spend Spring Break Exploring Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay
Release Date: Feb 13, 2009
With April just around the corner, the CVB invites families to shake the winter blues by making their spring break travel plans now. Here is a sampling of the many family-friendly attractions and activities that await the young and the young at heart in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County this spring.
CVB Joins National Push to Attract International Travelers
Release Date: Jan 27, 2009
In an effort to boost the local economy, the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau has joined forces with the United States Department of Commerce and the U.S. Travel Association to attract international travelers to the destination.
Fine Cuisine at Affordable Prices in Annapolis
Release Date: Jan 16, 2009
Individuals in search of great food at a reasonable price are invited to pamper their palates during Annapolis Restaurant Week, Monday through Friday, February 16-20.
CVB Invites Travelers to Choose Annapolis and AA County as Their Home Port for Inaugural Festivities
Release Date: Dec 19, 2008
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County CVB is inviting individuals who are planning to join in the presidential inaugural festivities to book their room in Annapolis or the surrounding county.
AAACCVB Receives Statewide Tourism Recognition
Release Date: Nov 20, 2008
Tourism industry leaders recognized the efforts of the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau during the 28th Annual Maryland Governor’s Tourism Industry Conference held recently at the Gaylord National Hotel.
Area Residents Encouraged to Support Local Economy this Holiday Season
Release Date: Nov 10, 2008
In an effort to give the local economy a shot in the arm this holiday season, the Annapolis & Anne Arundel Conference and Visitors Bureau launched a marketing campaign that encourages area residents to support local merchants.
Discover Annapolis This Holiday Season
Release Date: Nov 05, 2008
The Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau invites travelers to discover one of the country's prettiest towns this holiday season.
Photo Contest Winners Announced
Release Date: Sep 16, 2008
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau has selected two Annapolis amateur photographers as winners of the organization’s summer-long photo contest that attracted 62 photo submissions from throughout the United States.
Visitors Invited to Experience Area Restaurants
Release Date: Sep 12, 2008
In an effort to thank visitors for their patronage and familiarize them with the area’s many fine restaurants at the same time, the AAACCVB is conducting a weekly restaurant gift certificate drawing through September.
Race to the Altar Newlyweds Come to Annapolis
Release Date: Aug 29, 2008
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County businesses will roll out the red carpet when Race to the Altar newlyweds Michelle and Jim Barbetta arrive in Annapolis on Tuesday, September 2, to begin their honeymoon compliments of the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau and its participating member partners.
AAACCVB Hosts Mid-Atlantic Journalists for MATPRA Media Marketplace
Release Date: Jul 29, 2008
At a time when consumers across the country are looking for ways to stretch their vacation dollars, the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau (AAACCVB) is hosting an event geared toward providing journalists with the information that gas-price-wearied travelers are looking for.
Annapolis Selected for Destination Wedding
Release Date: Jul 22, 2008
New York Metro Area residents selected Annapolis, Maryland over a Caribbean cruise and a trip to Las Vegas when they cast their votes for a honeymoon destination as part of Saratoga Race Track’s inaugural Race to the Altar promotion.
Trips on a Tankful Campaign Launched
Release Date: Jun 13, 2008
Launched last month, Trips on a Tankful is an integrated marketing campaign utilizing radio, Internet, and event marketing to encourage DC-area residents to visit Annapolis and Anne Arundel County as an alternative to more distant vacation destinations.
New "Tourism Works" Webpage Touts the Value of Tourism
Release Date: May 09, 2008
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau (AAACCVB) is marking the silver anniversary of National Tourism Week by launching a new web page that spells out the vital role tourism plays in the local economy.
Maryland's Tourism Industry Scores Major Legislative Victory
Release Date: Apr 08, 2008
Maryland's $11 billion tourism industry scored a major victory at the final hour with the legislative passage of the Tourism Promotion Act of 2008.
New Dynamic Website Launched
Release Date: Apr 02, 2008
With the launch of its new www.VisitAnnapolis.org website, the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau has taken a giant step toward capturing the attention and clicks of savvy consumers who do much of their travel planning online.
North American Towne Crier Competition Comes to Annapolis
Release Date: Mar 06, 2008
Adding to the yearlong ANNAPOLIS ALIVE! festivities, the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau is bringing a North American Towne Crier Competition to Maryland’s capital city on Saturday, May 3, 2008.
John C. Astle Conference Room Dedicated
Release Date: Jan 25, 2008
The new conference room at the recently reopened 26 West Street Visitors Center now officially bears the name of the Maryland lawmaker who played a key role in making the expansion and renovation of the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau’s (AAACCVB) offices a reality.
Annapolis, Maryland Featured On Wheel of Fortune
Release Date: Jan 02, 2008
ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND – Millions of television viewers across the country and around the world will see and hear the words Annapolis, Maryland when Wheel of Fortune features the destination as a puzzle on its Friday, January 4, 2008 show.
State Of Maryland's 2008 Calendar of Events Highlights Annapolis Alive!
Release Date: Dec 21, 2007
ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND – The 250,000 individuals who receive copies of the 2008 Maryland Calendar of Events won’t have to look far to learn about Annapolis’s yearlong Annapolis Alive! celebration. The front cover of the calendar bears the Annapolis Alive! logo and images of select events that the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau (AAACCVB) provided to help commemorate the 300th anniversary of the signing of the Royal Charter that gave Annapolis its city status in 1708.
Mary Jo Robey Retires from the AAACCVB
Release Date: Dec 12, 2007
After ten-and-a-half years of service, Mary Jo Robey will be stepping down as Director of Marketing for the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau (AAACCVB) on December 21.
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County CVB Reopens at 26 West Street
Release Date: Nov 09, 2007
The AAACCVB reopened at its 26 West Street location following a 10-month renovation project.
Queen Anne Ball Kicks off Annapolis Alive!
Release Date: Aug 17, 2007
The Queen Anne Ball marks the beginning of a year-long citywide celebration commemorating the signing of the Royal Charter that gave Annapolis its city status 300 years ago.
Come Sail Away Campaign is a Success
Release Date: Feb 08, 2007
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau's Come Sail Away brand yields high return on investment
Celebrate Black History Month in Annapolis & Anne Arundel County
Release Date: Jan 22, 2007
Check out a sampling of the many events to celebrate African American heritage.
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau Kicks Off Expansion
Release Date: Jan 04, 2007
Groundbreaking kicks off office expansion.
Ground Breaking for New Visitors Bureau
Release Date: Dec 26, 2006
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau breaks ground on office expansion.
AAACCVB's Joyce Baki Receives Tourism Person of the Year
Release Date: Nov 22, 2006
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau employee receives top tourism award
Tourism Saves Money for Taxpayers
Release Date: Nov 13, 2006
Tourism helped save Anne Arundel County taxpayers an average of $355 in 2005.
U.S. Boat Show
Release Date: Sep 26, 2006
Parking for U.S. Boat Shows is easier than ever.
The Annapolis and Anne Arundel County CVB invites Visitors to Beat the Heat with Cool
Release Date: Aug 04, 2006
Beat the heat with cool summer beverages at our member restaurants and attractions.
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County CVB Offers a Prescription for Entertaining Out-of-Town Summer Guests
Release Date: Jun 29, 2006
AAACCVB Can Help
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Storm Update
Release Date: Jun 27, 2006
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County is open and ready for business, despite heavy rains.
National Tourism Week
Release Date: May 09, 2006
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau Invites Residents to Bring Their Meetings Home
Miss U.S.A. Contestants Visit Annapolis
Release Date: Apr 04, 2006
Annapolis will be co-starring with Miss U.S.A. contestants.
Annapolis Hosts Volvo Ocean Race Stopover
Release Date: Mar 31, 2006
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County will celebrate the Volvo Ocean Race with a host of activities and events for the entire family.
What's New in 2006
Release Date: Mar 13, 2006
Find out what's new to see and do in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County in 2006!
Winter Fun in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County
Release Date: Jan 06, 2006
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County during the winter months.
Economic Impact of Tourism Industry in 2004
Release Date: Jan 03, 2006
Anne Arundel County continues to lead the state in tourism generated expenditures.
American Bus Association Names Volvo Ocean Race a Top 100 Event for 2006
Release Date: Sep 28, 2005
Volvo Ocean Race is expected to be popular with motorcoach groups.
Parking For U.S. Boat Shows Is Easier Than Ever
Release Date: Sep 23, 2005
It's smooth sailing to the U.S. Sailboat and Powerboat Shows.
Today Show to Highlight Annapolis
Release Date: Aug 29, 2005
September 16 Today Show will introduce viewers to the beauties of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County.
Anne Arundel County Leads State in Tourism Expenditures
Release Date: Jun 15, 2005
Tourists spend $1.5 billion in Anne Arundel County annually.
National Trust Names Annapolis, MD, One of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations
Release Date: Mar 02, 2005
Annapolis makes annual list of unique and lovingly preserved communities in the United States.
Annapolis Area Restaurants Participate in First Restaurant Week
Release Date: Feb 23, 2005
What's Up? Annapolis Magazine event features the best local cuisine at bargain prices April 17-22.
Historic Annapolis Foundation Celebrates Maryland Day
Release Date: Feb 10, 2005
Visitors to receive a hands-on refresher course in Maryland's state symbols at the William Paca House and Garden.
William Paca Garden Spring Plant Sale
Release Date: Feb 04, 2005
Hundreds of plant varieties available, from 18th-century heirlooms to new introductions.
Banneker-Douglass Museum Plans Expansion Opening
Release Date: Jan 18, 2005
May 14 opening showcases a $4.5 million expansion with behind-the-scenes tours and special programming on "Annapolis Underground."
The Buccini/Pollin Group Unveils Plans for Mixed-Use Development Adjacent to BWI Airport
Release Date: Dec 09, 2004
BWI Hilton Park to feature a full-service 280-room Hilton Hotel and approximately 400,000 square feet of class "A" office space.
Four Rivers Heritage Area announces Grants Program
Release Date: Nov 15, 2004
Qualifying Nonprofit Organizations have until January 14, 2005 to apply.
Watermark Cruises Expands its Fleet
Release Date: Nov 11, 2004
The Lady Sarah is due to arrive this spring.
Boat Six Under Construction for Volvo Ocean Race
Release Date: Nov 02, 2004
Momentum Builds for Upcoming Race.
Annapolis to host Rolex International Keelboat Championship in 2005
Release Date: Oct 28, 2004
Annapolis is the host location for September 17-23, 2005 Event.
Tourism Industry Recognizes Annapolis and Anne Arundel County
Release Date: Oct 22, 2004
Three Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Organizations receive Excellence in Marketing Awards.
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau Launches New Branding Campaign
Release Date: Aug 20, 2004
CVB Invites Visitors to 'Come Sail Away'.
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau Hires New Advertising Agency
Release Date: Jun 18, 2004
Pomerantz Named Agency of Record for AAACCVB.
Boatyard Bar and Grill Named Among Top 12 Sailing Bars in the World
Release Date: Feb 19, 2004
Sail Magazine Recognizes Popular Eastport Watering Hole.
Economic Impact of the Travel Industry
Release Date: Jan 29, 2004
In Anne Arunel County.
New Guide to African-American Heritage
Release Date: Jan 29, 2004
Just the Facts.
