The industry section for travel and tourism PR professionals in PRSA. Follow us ! Follow us on Twitter as well:
Established in 1984, the Travel and Tourism Section offers ideas and support for public relations professionals involved in travel-related organizations, including state and national tourism offices, convention and visitors bureaus, hotels, resorts, airlines, cruise lines, rental car companies, attractions, museums, historic sites, theme parks, tour operators and public relations agencies that rep
resent such clients. The Section sponsors an annual conference, hosts a Web site and e-group, provides a Section membership directory, offers reduced registration fees for Section teleseminars and the Section conference, publishes a calendar of travel industry media and PR events, and schedules networking opportunities at the Section's professional development session and dinner during the PRSA International Conference.
06/17/2024
Looking to make an impact within the PRSA Travel & Tourism Section? Join the Executive Committee! 🤩
*Interested applicants must be available September 29 - October 2 for the 2025 conference planning retreat.
06/07/2024
The team 💙 The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Travel & Tourism Conference wouldn’t be possible without the incredibly hardworking Section Members who volunteer to be on the Executive Committee.
From conference planning and organizing speakers to securing sponsorships and promoting events, this group has been working nonstop to put on a memorable conference! Thanks for joining us in VisitGreenville SC. We can’t wait to see you in Visit Tampa Bay in 2025! ☀️
06/05/2024
Media day 🤩 We welcomed a star-studded lineup of journalists and freelancers and enjoyed a beautiful evening overlooking downtown Greenville 💚
Our time in VisitGreenville SC has been full of fun, networking, learning, and southern charm!
06/04/2024
Ready to unlock a treasure chest of learning and networking opportunities?! ☀️🌴
We are thrilled so take our PRSA T&T Conference to Visit Tampa Bay in 2025! Mark your calendars now for June 2-5 because you won’t want to miss their world class dining, stunning riverwalk and tons of adventure!
06/04/2024
Day one of our T&T Conference in VisitGreenville SC ✅
The morning started with incredible conversation during breakfast round tables and the learning continued throughout the day with impactful professional development sessions. Tyler Florence brought the heat as our keynote speaker and the night ended with a taste of the town during Greenville Graze! ✨🥩💚👏 What was your favorite part of PD day?
📸: Amy Randall Photography
06/03/2024
We loved kicking off the 2024 PRSA Travel & Tourism Conference in VisitGreenville SC with a welcome reception at the beautiful Unity Park GVL☀️🌳🌸 It’s great reconnecting with PR pros and meeting new friends. Get ready to experience true Southern hospitality and a lot of fun this week!
📸: Amy Randall Photography
06/03/2024
One of our favorite parts of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Travel & Tourism Conference is welcoming newcomers!
We hope you love this conference, section and VisitGreenville SC as much as we do 💚 Shout out to our Membership Committee for a fun and engaging newcomers reception!
📸: Amy Randall Photography
06/03/2024
Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) T&T is here and ready to take on VisitGreenville SC! 💚🤩
Where did you travel from to attend this year’s conference? ⬇️
05/31/2024
We can't wait to see in VisitGreenville SC for the 2024 Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Travel & Tourism Conference. Several days of professional development programming, media-led sessions, networking opportunities, receptions and more await you. Here's everything you need to know before you go:
🗓 If you haven't already, download the Whova app so you can view the event agenda and plan your personal schedule, have access to documents and slides shared by organizers or speakers, network with fellow attendees in advance, plan social activities or meet-ups and receive updates like last minute session changes from the organizers.
🐶 Stop by the Visit Greenville information table in the Hyatt Regency Greenville, SC lobby beginning at 9:00am on Sunday, June 2, to ask questions, snag some merch and receive information about the destination, including destination experiences you can sign up for before the conference begins.
📚 Snag a ticket to keynote speaker Tyler Florence's book signing in partnership with M. Judson Booksellers on Monday, June 3, at 5:30 p.m. More information here: https://lnkd.in/eii6TUPg
🍽 Don't forget to sign up for GVL Graze (formerly known as dine arounds) and explore Greenville's dynamic culinary scene while connecting with fellow tourism pros. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/e4DuEmSu
Finally, if you missed our conference sneak peek webinar earlier this month, you can view the recording here: https://lnkd.in/e7DrHPER
We're incredibly proud of this year's conference lineup. Comment below to tell us what you're looking forward to most!
05/30/2024
Only a few more days until our 2024 conference kicks off in VisitGreenville SC! 🤩
Still putting the perfect agenda together? Don't miss these exceptional sessions! Download the Whova app and check out everything we have planned.
05/28/2024
JOIN THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 🌟
Are you interested in having more of a hands-on role with the PRSA Travel and Tourism Section? Love planning conferences and events? Want to expand your PR network? Join the PRSA T&T Executive Committee!
*Interested applicants must be available September 29 - October 2 for the 2025 conference planning retreat.
05/24/2024
The annual Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Travel and Tourism Section Conference would not be possible without the generosity and support from our sponsors. 🤩
A major thank you our presenting sponsor, TravMedia, as well as Visit Milwaukee, MMGY Global, Experience Columbus, Wanderful, Fahlgren Mortine, Pitchcraft™, TK PR, Allianz Travel Mx Of, Madden Media, and The Decker Royal Agency for championing our section and the industry as a whole. 👏
Be sure to take a moment during the conference in VisitGreenville SC to chat with them, learn about what they do to propel the travel industry forward and show your appreciation. Thank you all!
05/23/2024
Which of these incredible session topics will you be attending at our T&T Section Conference in VisitGreenville SC?!
Download the Whova App and start planning your schedule in Greenville!
05/22/2024
Don't forget to book your spot for Greenville Graze! 🍗🥗🌶🥂
Formally known as "dine arounds," this culinary experience is one attendees of our annual Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) T&T Section Conference always look forward to!
Get ready to explore VisitGreenville SC's dynamic culinary scene while connecting with other tourism pros. Make your reservation now!
Join fellow attendees in small group dinners at Greenville's best restaurants
05/20/2024
We're bringing you a star-studded lineup for our always popular Editors' Panel during our annual conference in VisitGreenville SC!
Hear from some of the top travel editors across the country on what trends we can expect in travel writing, key tips on how to pitch these sought out publications for that winning placement, and more.
05/17/2024
Ready to attend the PRSA Travel & Tourism Conference? Make sure you download the Whova app to be in the know on everything happening in VisitGreenville SC! 💚
Download the app so you can:
• View the event agenda and plan your personal schedule
• Access to documents and slides shared by organizers or speakers
• Find who else is attending this event and reach out to people ahead of time
• Plan social activities such as a morning run, coffee hours, or meet-ups
• Receive updates such as last minute session changes from the organizers
Check this out! While keynote speaker Tyler Florence is with us in VisitGreenville SC, you can purchase his book and get it signed!
American Grill is the grilling cookbook for foodies, with techniques and recipes for upping your skillset and learning how to sear a perfect steak, grill vegetables, fruit, fish and more.
Local business M. Judson Booksellers is helping us facilitate the event. Only 100 book signing spots are available! Secure your place in line and copy of the book now: https://bit.ly/4bauLL4
KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 🤩
Tyler Florence is making his way to VisitGreenville SC for our conference in June! The 27-year Food Network veteran has captivated millions of viewers on numerous hit shows. The South Carolina native's insatiable quest for what's current and interesting in the food & lifestyle space has always positioned him at the forefront of new trends.
Get ready for a spectacular keynote session when you join us at our annual conference June 2-5. https://bit.ly/46hJZuu
05/13/2024
Make the most out of our 2024 T&T Conference destination, VisitGreenville SC 💚
COOK’S STATION SIP & SAVOR CLASS
Join the talented chefs at The Cook’s Station as they take you through a dynamic and delicious Sourdough Starter class. This event has limited spots so be sure to register in advance. https://bit.ly/3ydpVy0
REEDY RIDES BIKE RENTAL
Rent a bike with Reedy Rides and take yourself on a self-guided tour of Downtown Greenville, SC. Favorite stops include Cleveland Park, Cancer Survivors Park, Falls Park on the Reedy, RiverPlace, Unity Park and all the way down the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail system to downtown Travelers Rest. https://bit.ly/3wvhTAc
SELF-GUIDED TOURS
Take yourself on a self-guided tour and immerse yourself in a variety of different Greenville experiences. Be sure to check out the Greenville Mayo Trail, Art in Public Places Walking Tour & Mice on Main Scavenger Hunt, or spend some time at Falls Park on the Reedy.
MAIN STREET FAMILIARIZATION TOUR
Rest your feet from all the walking and hop on one of Greenville’s Bike Taxis. On this tour, your cyclist will take you through downtown to get you familiarized with our beautiful tree-lined Main Street. https://bit.ly/3URCk3o
FLYING RABBIT ADVENTURES
Looking for a way to add adventure into your itinerary? Check out
Flying Rabbit Adventures for their extensive ropes courses that allows
you to climb, jump, and swing for hours of fun! https://bit.ly/4bt083e
05/09/2024
THE COUNTDOWN TO VisitGreenville SC IS ON! 💥
Still need to book your hotel room? Rooms blocks are available through May 10.
Game on! 🏀🏒⛳️ Learn from different destination marketing organizations about how sports tourism catapulted their markets into the spotlight when you join us in VisitGreenville SC for our Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Travel & Tourism Conference!
Join us for an exclusive webinar on May 8 at 2:00pm ET for a preview of our upcoming conference in VisitGreenville SC! Whether it’s your first conference or fifth, this webinar is your opportunity to dive deeper into what promises to be an enriching and inspiring event.
Gain exclusive knowledge about the conference agenda, sessions and the WHOVA app that will help you navigate the conference, learn how to maximize networking opportunities to expand your professional network, and equip yourself with essential information to ensure your packing and planning is a breeze.
Joleen is the senior director of public relations & marketing at GreenRubino in Seattle. She is a force in strategic planning, crisis communications, media relations, and brand collaborations. In 2023, she received the PRNEWS People of the Year award in the Media Relations Titans category, a national recognition that acknowledges innovative and inspiring professionals making a quantifiable impact on their organization and the communications industry at large. Joleen graduated from Syracuse University, has a contagious smile and loves being with other PR pros – especially at our annual conference. 😊 Join us in Greenville, SC where Joleen will announce where our 2025 conference will be taking us!
04/22/2024
Don't miss our May 2 webinar "Bringing Storytelling to Life on Social Media." 📲
Publications are embracing the evolving editorial landscape and the opportunities presented through social media and we have a star-studded panel who will offer their insights on what type of content performs best on publication social media platforms, tips for pitching best practices and more! 🤩
It's almost time to gather in VisitGreenville SC for our Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Travel & Tourism Conference: The Bridge to PRogress.
Join us for insightful DEI sessions like Beyond Diversity: Unveiling Successful DEI Destination Case Studio. In this advanced track, we will go through a series of case studies and delve into the strategies, challenges and outcomes of successful DEI efforts, highlighting the power of embracing diversity in PR.
Greenville, South Carolina is the only place to be June 2-5! ☀️🌳🏞
Don't miss this year's Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Travel & Tourism Conference with VisitGreenville SC ➡ https://bit.ly/3UfZ9xA
04/11/2024
The evolving editorial landscape presents an opportunity for storytelling on social media, which is being prioritized by a new generation of travel editors and embraced by publications. 📲
Join us for a live webinar on Thursday, May 2 as we dive into how to bring storytelling to life on social media.
Experience a taste of the town when you join us for Greenville Graze! 🍗🥗🌶🥂
Formally known as "dine arounds," this culinary experience is one attendees of our annual Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) T&T Section Conference always look forward to!
Break away from the meeting space and explore VisitGreenville SC's dynamic culinary scene while connecting with other tourism pros. Check out the variety of options and don’t delay, spots are sure to go quickly! https://bit.ly/3PTG160
04/04/2024
We are only two months away from our annual conference in VisitGreenville SC! You won't want to miss out on this star-studded professional development session 🤩
PRESS TRIP BEST PRACTICES: Journalists & PR Pros Tell All 👏
We’ll dig into what’s changed since the pandemic, whether or not assignments should still be required, group FAMs, covered expenses, disagreeable behavior, and other hot button issues.
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Established in 1984, the Travel and Tourism Section offers ideas and support for public relations professionals involved in travel-related organizations. These organizations include:
state and national tourism offices
convention and visitors bureaus
hotels, resorts, airlines, cruise lines, rental car companies, attractions, restaurants, concessions, museums, historic sites, theme parks, tour operators
public relations agencies representing clients in the travel and hospitality industry
The section’s mission is to deliver exception and relevant education and career development opportunities to its members. PRSA Travel encourages members and interested attendees to register for their annual conference. All membership includes:
24/7 access to the PRSA Travel website and e-group and section membership directory
reduced registration fees for section webinars and the section conference
access to calendar of travel industry media and PR events
networking opportunities at the Section's professional development session and dinner during the PRSA International Conference
