North Dakota Tourism

NEWS

For Immediate Release

November 15, 2010


For more information, contact:
Sara Otte Coleman, Director, Tourism Division
North Dakota Department of Commerce
701-328-2525





North Dakota Tourism’s third quarter numbers demonstrate continued growth



Third quarter 2010 proved to be another strong quarter for North Dakota’s tourism industry.



According to North Dakota Tourism’s quarterly report, compared to 3rd quarter last year:

· Canadian border crossings were up 18 percent

· Major attractions were up 10 percent

· Airline boardings were up 8 percent

· Cumulative lodging tax was up 10 percent

· Local visitor centers were up 6 percent.



“North Dakota’s tourism industry continues to be strong,” said Sara Otte Coleman, director of North Dakota Tourism. “North Dakota has been experiencing growth upon growth at a time when most states now are just starting to show growth in their tourism industry.”





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North Dakota has been designated the most affordable state to visit by AAA.



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Make your North Dakota vacation more enjoyable by planning ahead and making hotel reservations in advance. For a listing of local convention and visitors bureaus offering travel assistance, go to: www.ndtourism.com/industry/chamber-links/.