Welcome Back
In 2019, the Cincinnati USA Convention and Visitors Bureau welcomed almost 27 million visitors to the region. The travel and tourism industry traditionally has been a $5.3 billion industry, employing more than 80,000 people in Cincinnati USA.
The COVID-19 pandemic hit the local hospitality industry especially hard, with our usually vibrant hotels, restaurants, and attractions sitting idle.
But in keeping with the axiom “Cincinnati invented hustle,” Julie Calvert, president and CEO of the Cincinnati USA CVB got to work.
Attractions, hotels and venues in the Cincinnati region have been implementing stringent safety protocols to keep visitors and staff safe. The teams at the Cincinnati USA and Northern Kentucky CVBs, are developing a number of contingency plans to restart the tourism industry.
We’re grateful for the grit and determination of the region’s hospitality leaders who work hard to create jobs for residents, a thriving economy for our businesses, and a safe, welcoming, and delightful world-class destination for visitors.
Both Travel & Leisure and Forbes have picked Cincinnati as a top destination for 2021, and thanks to Julie, the hospitality and tourism industry in the Cincinnati region is ready to restart now and restart safely.
She shares her thoughts on what’s next for the region as we all look forward to better days ahead.