2013 NC Governor's Conference on Tourism

March 10 - 12:  The 2013 NC Governor's Conference on Tourism   at the Wilmington Convention Center, features an update on tourism-related issues before the legislature. NC Restaurant and Lodging Association President and CEO Lynn Minges will moderate this timely discussion, featuring Dana Simpson of the NC. Travel & Tourism Coalition, Jim Hobbs of the Hospitality Alliance of North Carolina, T. Jerry Williams of the NC Travel Industry Association, and Whitney Christiansen of the NC Restaurant and Lodging Association.

Register and make your plans now to attend the Governor's Conference on Tourism - there's no better opportunity to network with more than 500 of the state's tourism leaders and gain new insights into North Carolina's travel industry.

Join your colleagues at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside for a red carpet-style welcome by the Wilmington and Beaches CVB on Sunday, March 10. You're the star at this poolside reception with heavy hors d'ouevres and live entertainment by the Sea Pans, complete with a stunning view of the Cape Fear River.

Don't forget to plan some time to visit Wilmington and the surrounding area prior to the conference. From the historic downtown river district and Riverwalk that winds around the storied Cape Fear River to three colorful island beaches, Wilmington and the surrounding beach towns - Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Wrightsville Beach - all charm visitors and residents alike with an independent spirit and energy that nourishes and recharges the soul. Surrounded by water, history and natural beauty, it's the ideal place for North Carolina's Governor's Conference on Tourism.


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