Kentucky Tourism Council eNews

The Louisville CVB is holding a press conference to kick-off hometown
tourist celebration Friday morning. Please click on the link below for more information.

Louisville CVB Hometown Tourist Celebration

KTC Members -

We have been asked by the Kentucky Historical Society to go online and vote for ‘KENTUCKY’ to become the state “most closely associated with Abraham Lincoln”
Please click the link below and vote for Kentucky as the state that “should be most closely associated with Abraham Lincoln.”

Vote for Kentucky!!

Share this with your friends and colleagues - let’s make Kentucky the winner.

Less than a mile from downtown  Lexington,  Kentucky, McConnell Springs flows much the same as it did in June 1775 when an exploring party camped there learned of the first victory by Americans in the Revolution. The McConnell party named their settlement in honor of Lexington,  Massachusetts.  Today, McConnell Springs is a city park for passive recreation in unparalleled natural beauty.

Through the use of archival imagery, historical re-enactments, and beautiful graphic illustrations, Michael Breeding has woven a stirring story of history and the opening of the West.   Shot in 16MM and 35MM-film, The Story of McConnell Springs explores the complex geological and hydrological nature of the Springs and portrays what makes the Bluegrass Region unique to the world.

The Story of McConnell Springs premieres April 24th at The Kentucky Theatre in downtown  Lexington.  Doors open at 5:00 PM and the movie begins at  5:30 PM.  The premiere is free and open to the public.

Funding for The Story of McConnell Springs was provided by J. P. Morgan Chase, Vulcan Materials Company, Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington Convention and Visitors Bureau and Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of  Lexington.

The academy award-winning narrator Peter Thomas, voice of NOVA and the ever popular Forensic Files, will be present for the premiere as well.   Mr. Thomas will sign DVDs after the movie.  And, re-enactors will be on hand to enliven the show.

An excerpt to The Story of McConnell Springs and to many other world-class programs by Michael Breeding MEDIA is available by typing the enclosed link in your web browser: www.michaelbreedingmedia.com/playmbmfilms.html

The Story of McConnell Springs is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Thomas D. Clark, benefactor of The Friends of McConnell Springs. The Friends is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that supports the financial needs of the park.   To learn more about McConnell Springs visit us at www.mcconnellsprings.org

Recent Michael Breeding MEDIA productions include: The Simpsons Hometown Premiere Video competition for Springfield, Kentucky, Victorian Mansions of Old Louisville, Imperial China: The Art of the Horse in Chinese History; All The Queen’s Horses: The Role of the Horse in British History; and, The Keeneland Legacy: A Thoroughbred Tradition.

The Story of McConnell Springs will broadcast on KET I and KET II in 2008.   Please check local listings for broadcast dates and times.
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Solo Travel: Lea Lane is researching trips for women or solo travelers. If your attractions are geared toward women and/or solo travelers, let her know. Her outlet is Solo Traveler, Tales and Tips for Great Trips (Fodor’s). Contact Lea via email at travelea@aol.com.
Family Destinations: Rita Brown, who writes for a family travel column as well as other publishing venues, is putting together a summer schedule for her travels and writing. She is interested in visiting potential family destinations. Her outlets include: Kids in Tow. Email Rita at ritabrown001@comcast.net.
Have a great weekend!

Sarah B

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Dinosaur World April Press Release

KTIAC, SEKTDA, NTA, KACVB, KDT, OVG, STS…Do you know what they all mean??
Are you at a loss when an existing member starts talking about state departments and organizations? Who is in charge, and what exactly does each group do? Have I made your head spin yet??? If so, we have exactly what you’re looking for.

The 2008 Tourism 101 Class will be held on April 22, 2008 at the Capital Plaza Hotel in Frankfort. This one-day class will provide attendees with information about the Kentucky Tourism Council, the State agencies that relate to the Tourism Industry (and a chance to put a face with a name) and more. For just $60.00, KTC members will receive all this information and complete the first requirement for the Kentucky Tourism Institute Basic Certification. To register, please fill out the registration form linked below and return to the KTC office. We look forward to seeing you in Frankfort on April 22nd!!

Registration Form

National Tourism Week is scheduled for May 10-18, and we want to know how YOU celebrate. We are asking KTC members whose community, attraction or business recognizes National Tourism Week to email the office and tell us what you do and why it’s proven to be so successful for you. Over the next month we will include the top ideas in our newsletter, allowing all members an opportunity to create or enhance their celebration of National Tourism Week. So, if you have a great idea to share, please email it to Sarah at sarahoak@tourky.com

Have a great day!

Sarah

Tell us what you are up to these days. E-mail kayberggren@tourky.com

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