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Cultural Heritage Tourism featured in NBC News article
The New York Times Travel Show is a great platform for introducing new products and programs. Certainly one of the most distinctive tours launching at the show this weekend is Breaking Bread Journeys, a collaboration between two women - Palestinian and Jewish - to share cultural, culinary and historic experiences as a way to foster understanding and peace. What a noble, important venture - and demonstration of the healing power of travel. To learn more ...
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Expanding African American Heritage Tourism in the U.S.
Black History month provides a great opportunity to raise awareness about African American heritage and U.S. destinations with important stories to tell. Natchez, Mississippi is one of these places. Recent research conducted by colleague Berkeley Young for the Natchez CVB reports that visitors to Natchez value heritage experiences. Sunday's article in the Natchez Democrat reflects on Young' research, my own observations and recommendations, as well as commentary by local leaders on how Natchez can enhance ...
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