- Collection:
- Georgia Government Publications
- Serial:
- Peach byte : monthly newsletter for Georgia tourism.
- Title:
- Peach byte: monthly newsletter for Georgia tourism, 2020 August 6
- Creator:
- Georgia. Department of Economic Development. Tourism Division
- Contributor to Resource:
- Georgia. Tourism Division, issuing body.
- Publisher:
- Atlanta, Ga. : Georgia. Department of Economic Development. Tourism Division
- Date of Original:
- 2020-08-06
- Subject:
- Georgia. Department of Economic Development--Periodicals
Tourism--Georgia--Periodicals - Location:
- United States, Georgia, 32.75042, -83.50018
- Medium:
- monthlies (publications)
newsletters - Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Began with: November 2008 issue.
Subtitle varies. Issues for -January 2019 have subtitle: Georgia tourism industry e-newsletter. Issues for February 15-August 15, 2019 have subtitle: Georgia tourism news. Issues for September 15- have subtitle: News about Georgia tourism.
Publication statement identifying Georgia Department of Economic Development appears intermittently.
One issue for 2013 appears with Spring in chronological designation although the stated frequency in the subtitle is monthly.
Appears to be issued by the Georgia Department of Economic Development Tourism Division.
November 2008 issue; title from PDF caption (Georgia Government Publications database, viewed March 12, 2018).
October 15, 2019 (Georgia Government Publications database, viewed November 4, 2019). - External Identifiers:
- Call Number GA E200.T6 P1 T63 2020/8
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:dlg_ggpd_i-ga-be200-pt6-bp1-bt63-b2020-s8-belec-p-btext
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:dlg_ggpd_i-ga-be200-pt6-bp1-bt63-b2020-s8-belec-p-btext
- Language:
- eng
- Holding Institution:
- University of Georgia. Map and Government Information Library
- Rights:
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PEACHBYTE August 6, 2020
COVID-19 Update from Explore Georgia
Over the past few months, we've seen fluctuations in traveler sentiment, but also the beginnings of a very modest, steady recovery for the travel industry in Georgia. Fewer restrictions and pent-up demand have empowered some travelers to begin exploring the state on cautious summer road trips. May and June saw recordbreaking traffic on ExploreGeorgia.org, demonstrating that there is great interest in travel, and weekly travel spending in Georgia has remained 75%-80% above the national average.
While some traveler sentiment momentum may be stagnating, we know travelers are still moving around the state and are actively planning future trips. The Explore Georgia team continues to track the latest research and trends and share them with you in the COVID-19 Dashboard. The latest edition for May and June is available now on the Tourism Industry Portal.
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One critical consideration right now is making sure that potential travelers feel safe in our state. This is why it is so important to join the Georgia Safety Promise, led by the Office of the Governor. Nearly 1,000 businesses throughout the state have signed on and are actively demonstrating to their customers that they're taking safety seriously.
Thanks to the generous donation from the Outdoor Advertising Association of Georgia, billboards have been deployed throughout the state encouraging all residents and visitors to keep Georgia safe and open by wearing masks, keeping distance, and washing hands. If you haven't already signed up, please commit to the promise and encourage your community partners to do the same.
COMMIT TO THE PROMISE >
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VIC Update
The reopening test in our Augusta and West Point Visitor Information Centers (VICs) has been very successful. Given that success, earlier this week we reopened the VICs in Lavonia, Ringgold, Tallapoosa and Columbus. The reopening of the VICs remains predicated on the most up-to-date public health guidelines from the Governor's office and the Georgia Department of Public Health. Should new guidance be issued, the VICs will comply accordingly. As we test and adjust how to best to operate the VICs safely and effectively for staff and guests, and in accordance with the Governor's orders, we plan to continue to reopen more of our VICs. We appreciate your patience and support as we work to reopen these valuable and essential pieces of the state's tourism outreach. If you have any questions, please contact Director of Visitor Services Brittney Gray at bgray@georgia.org.
Resource Roundup
Staying informed about the impact of COVID-19 in the tourism and hospitality industry can be a challenge given the sheer volume of information, research, and resources available. To save you some time, we've culled through the most recent information, read the research and articles, and attended the webinars. Gain insights on traveler sentiment and attitudes from Destination Analysts,
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Longwoods International, MMGY, and others; follow data about traveler expenditures and industry economic impacts from Tourism Economics and Oxford Economics; find links to U.S. Travel Association resources; and much more on the Explore Georgia Tourism Industry Portal.
VIEW RESOURCES >
UPCOMING WEBINARS
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