State of Idaho Culinary Tourism Initiative

State of Idaho is starting a Culinary Tourism Initiative called "Harvest Idaho- One Bite at a Time" for the shoulder season (Sept. to Nov. 6th) that Idaho Travel/Tourism businesses can participate in. Here are the initiative guidelines:

• Identify food events to support a culinary calendar of quality experiences for both residents and visitors.
• Create 3-day experiences for visitors that include: lodging, unique Idaho food/beverage experience, and an attraction/activity packaged together. 
• Identify signature dishes at local restaurants that feature Idaho products.

To be part of this initiative please communicate food events, 3-day package ideas, and signature dishes at local restaurants to: Diane diane.norton@tourism.idaho.gov

Photos from the Tourism Summit 2011

There are a bunch of photos that have been added to the Facebook Page you can see them here: Tourism Summit 2011

LAST CHANCE! REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON MONDAY

I know that none of you are waiting until the last minute, but by chance you are...well the last day to register for this years summit is Monday April 25th. Things to remember:


1. This is the only Summit that is happening this year.
2. There is no onsite registration available.
3. The Strolling Lunch is going to have some Amazing food!
4. Strategic partnerships and new contacts are vital to your business: this is what the summit is all about.


So go on! Get yourself registered and we will see you next Wednesday!

Updates on 2011 North Idaho Tourism Summit

Have you registered for the 2011 North Idaho Tourism Summit yet?
REGISTER HERE:  http://www.rsvpbook.com/event.php?472582

The theme of the day is "Fostering Strategic Partnerships" - throughout the day we will continue to craft partnerships to drive tourism in our region.

Here is the agenda planned for this year's Tourism Summit:

• Welcome and overview of the day
• State of the State update
• Minute Connections (a.k.a. Tourism Speed Dating) - bring 100-120 of your business cards!!
• Chamber/Regional Organization updates from chamber/tourism leaders around the region
• Culinary Tourism Taste Event - featuring the delicious talents of our region
• Partnership Panel - hear from professionals in Culinary Tourism, Ecotourism, Attractions/Venues and Meeting Planning about how they put their strategic partnerships to work to propel their organizations
• Closing, call to action, upcoming regional events and raffle
• Throughout the day: Trade Table time will be offered periodically throughout the day and during the lunch time/Taste Event

If you or someone you know are interested in participating as a Trade Table company, register at http://www.rsvpbook.com/event.php?472582 no later than March 25th to secure the early registration pricing of $89 (includes table, one Summit ticket, promotions pre-Summit, onsite promotions and post-Summit materials).  

To participate as a Culinary Tourism Taste Event company, contact wendi@frameworkmeetings.com ASAP to secure your space before it fills up!

Attendee registration:  http://www.rsvpbook.com/event.php?472582 - Early Bird registration pricing of $29 for attendees ends April 14th! This event sold out in 2010 - no walk-on registrations are available this year.

Remember, this is the only Tourism Summit this year - no fall Summit is scheduled so be sure to join us April 27th to connect with your peers in the industry!  SEE YOU NEXT MONTH!!

Preliminary Agenda for the 2011 North Idaho Tourism Summit

The theme of the day is "Fostering Strategic Partnerships" - throughout the day we will continue to craft partnerships to drive tourism in our region.


Here is the agenda planned for this year's Tourism Summit:

• Welcome and Overview of the Day
• State of the State Updates
• Minute Connections (a.k.a. Tourism Speed Dating! Bring 100-120 of your business cards)
• Chamber/Regional Organization Updates from chamber leaders around the region
• Lunch
• Partnership Panel - hear from professionals in Culinary Tourism, Ecotourism, Attractions/Venues and Meeting Planning
• Closing, Call to Action, Upcoming Regional Events and Raffle

Trade Table time will be offered periodically throughout the day and during the lunch break


Subject to change - check back at www.nitsummit.com for current agenda postings

Save The Date: North Idaho Tourism Summit 2011

Save the Date of

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

For a Day of Fostering Strategic Partnerships at the

2011 Annual North Idaho Tourism Summit

Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

Additional Summit Information to Follow

The Tourism Summit Steering Committee