So, the CVB has launched “Operation Staycation” — incentives to get area residents to vacation in local hotels. “People love a good deal and are ready to get out and have some new adventures,” Chris Gendek, the CVB’s destination services director, said this week. “A staycation in Owensboro is a great recipe for that.” Dave…
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Play In Holiday World, Stay In Owensboro
Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is hands down one of the best theme parks in the world. Not only does it have some of the top ranked wooden roller coasters but it also has one of the best water parks you’ll ever splash in. Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari has also been voted one of…
Local hotel occupancy better than expected
Hotels across America saw their worst quarter in history between April 1 and June 30, STR, a company that monitors the hospitality industry, said this week. The average occupancy rate for the second quarter was 33.5%, the report said. That improved in June to 42.2% In Owensboro, things are starting to improve, a report for…