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River revamp

Improvements in the Boathouse District are designed to appeal to water and land activities

Amenities planned for the Oklahoma River are designed to appeal to both the aquatically inclined and landlubbers alike. Even those who’ve never dipped an oar in the Oklahoma River soon will be able to zoom across it on a zip line, climb to the top of a tower on a sky trail, hit a bike track or go surfing. Read more

Tourism - 08.27.2012

Overriding desire

Canadian helps turn Norman ranch into world-class facility

by Dean Anderson

Dynah Korhummel did the whole Silicon Valley thing back in the middle of the dot-com era.

Tourism - 06.26.2012

AAA expects strong holiday travel around July 4

by okcBIZ Staff

AAA predicts a busy travel weekend around the July 4 holiday both nationwide and in Oklahoma.

Tourism - 06.26.2012

Hotel completes multi-million dollar renovation

by okcBIZ Staff

Embassy Suites Oklahoma City-Will Rogers World Airport recently completed a $5.5 million renovation. The 236-suite hotel, 1815 S. Meridian, has combined upscale amenities with a Western feel. Read more

Tourism - 04.26.2012

Wheel deal

Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic is the latest on the list of new sporting events taking place across the metro

by Dean Anderson

Chad Hodges never had planned a cycling race before the upcoming Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic. Read more

Tourism - 04.26.2012

Stay!

Locals’ top picks for an Oklahoma vacation

by Heidi Rambo Centrella

For those not planning a week at the beach or a vacanza Italiana this summer, plenty of excursions exist that don’t require passports or layovers. Besides, wouldn’t it be nice to spend your vacation dollars right here at home?
Whether you prefer the as-close-tothe-house-as-possible staycation or the near-but-away-from-here destination, take a gander at fellow okcBIZ readers’ top picks. Read more

Tourism - 04.13.2012

C-SPAN films in OKC for upcoming feature

by Kelley Chambers

If you think C-SPAN only shows endless hours of debate and activity on the floor of the U.S. House and Senate, think again. In a push to diversify programming, while still covering every second of congress in action, the network began planning last year for a series of historical features on cities around the country. Oklahoma City made the list. Read more

Tourism - 02.24.2012

Sign language

Norman officials implement study to determine best avenue for wayfinding project

by Dean Anderson

When Stephen Koranda accepted the position of executive director of the Norman Convention & Visitors Bureau three years ago, it always amazed him that people would stop by and say how hard it was to find them. Read more

Tourism - 10.24.2011

Tourism generates $6.2 billion impact on Oklahoma

Industry employed 74,900 last year.

by Submitted

Today, the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department unveiled findings from a new study showing the economic impact of tourism in Oklahoma. The results were announced at the 2011 Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Tulsa. Read more

Tourism - 09.07.2011

Airport plans new, re-branded stores

by OKCBiz Staff

Five stores, two with a distinctly Oklahoma flair, are planned for Will Rogers World Airport. The existing newsstand and gift stores will close Sept. 7 and undergo a $1.7 million renovation. The project is a joint partnership between The Paradies Shops, a national airport retailer, and its local partner, Kambers Gifts and Luggage. Work is set for completion by Thanksgiving. Read more

Tourism - 09.01.2011

AAA projects decline in Labor Day travel

by OKCBiz Staff

Tourism - 08.24.2011

AAA predicts fewer Oklahomans to travel over Labor Day

Economic uncertainty cited as chief factor.

by OKCBiz Staff

AAA forecasts 31.5 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home during the Labor Day holiday weekend, a 2.4 percent decrease from the 32.3 million people who traveled one year ago. Read more

Tourism - 07.26.2011

Management company takes over downtown Sheraton

by OKC Business Staff

Raleigh-Durham, N.C.-based hotel management company Concord Hospitality has signed a contract to manage the 395-room Sheraton Oklahoma City, One N. Broadway, company officials reported July 25. Read more

Tourism - 07.18.2011

Will Rogers tracks increase in travelers over last year

Over three and a half percent increase from last year reported

by Dylan Smith

Those departing Oklahoma City this summer may need to prepare for longer lines at Will Rogers World Airport due to a spike in travelers. Read more

Tourism - 06.20.2011

Parking woes

Seven state parks are slated to close, but several communities are banding to operate them on a local level

by Heide Brandes

When the Oklahoma Tourism Department announced earlier this year that seven state parks would close due to budget cuts, the news was shattering to fans. Now, many of those parks are getting a second chance, thanks to community support and partnerships. Read more

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Improvements in the Boathouse District are designed to appeal to water and land activities

Canadian helps turn Norman ranch into world-class facility

Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic is the latest on the list of new sporting events taking place across the metro

Locals’ top picks for an Oklahoma vacation

Norman officials implement study to determine best avenue for wayfinding project

Industry employed 74,900 last year.

Economic uncertainty cited as chief factor.

Over three and a half percent increase from last year reported

Seven state parks are slated to close, but several communities are banding to operate them on a local level