3/21: FCVB Members Introduce New Products
March 21, 2008 | Tags: Audio
The mission of the Fairbanks Convention and Visitors Bureau is to enhance the quality of the visitor experience and to contribute to the economic well-being of the Fairbanks region by marketing to potential visitors. Our member businesses partner with us to help bring this about. Many have recently introduced new programs and products that will go a long way in making the coming years successful for visitor and local alike. Chris Harper sits in for Susan Keltner this week with a list of “what’s new” in Fairbanks and Interior Alaska.
We have included links to all the businesses (with websites) mentioned in today’s update. Click below for more information on:
- Chena Hot Springs
- El Dorado Gold Mine
- Alaska Salmon Bake
- Northern Alaska Tour Company
- Denali Highway Cabins and Paxson Alpine Tours
- Denali ATV Adventures
- Expressions in Glass
- Park Connection Motorcoach
- Alpine Lodge
- University of Alaska Museum of the North
- Fountainhead Hotels
- Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
More from the Trail
March 12, 2008 | Tags: Audio, Dog Mushing, Iditarod, Jeff King, Lance Mackey
In the process of writing the last post about Lance Mackey’s historic Iditarod win, I came across a fantastic radio package recorded last night on the trail in White Mountain. Fairbanks’ own KUAC reporter Libby Casey filed the piece for APRN. In contains some great quotes from both Lance and Jeff King as they battled for the top spot in the race. View the original APRN post or click play below to listen.
3/7: Governor’s Fur & Ice, Weekend Activities
March 7, 2008 | Tags: Audio
Governor Sarah Palin will welcome members of Alaska’s diplomatic corps to Fairbanks for Ice Alaska’s 2008 World Ice Art Championships tomorrow. Chris Harper fills in for Susan Keltner discussing this and other events scheduled for this weekend.
2/22: First Annual Interior Tourism Conference
February 22, 2008 | Tags: Audio
Our first ever Interior Tourism Conference is the subject of discussion for Susan Keltner and Karen Lane this week. You still have time to register online, as long as you get it done by Monday at 4pm. Listen to, or download the program below for details.
2/1: Fairbanks’ Golden Heart Greeters
February 1, 2008 | Tags: Audio, Golden Heart Greeters
Jennifer Jolis, FCVB Meetings and Conventions Director is featured this week. She and Susan talk over the Golden Heart Greeter program, and what it’s participants contribute to the overall effectiveness of a Fairbanks meeting experience.
1/25: Enthusiasm for Alaska Travel
January 25, 2008 | Tags: Audio
Tourism Sales Manager Jesse Carlstrom speaks with Susan today about a recent trip to the Lower 48 to promote Fairbanks and Interior Alaska travel. More and more people are excited about a visit to our area, and Jesse is helping give them the tools they need to have the trip of a lifetime. Click below to listen or download their conversation. Those who would like more information on planning their own authentic Alaskan adventure should request our free 2008 Visitors Guide, or check out the new interactive Winter Guide.
1/18: Promoting Fairbanks via the Internet
January 18, 2008 | Tags: Audio
This week Susan speaks with Chris Harper, FCVB Internet Coordinator, about marketing Fairbanks online. They discuss some of the new features available, and look toward future expansion on the web. Play or download the details below.
1/11: Visits from Taiwan, Interactive Winter Guide
January 11, 2008 | Tags: Audio
Susan Keltner speaks with FCVB Tourism Director Colin Lawrence this week about a recent trade show in Taiwan. He explains why Fairbanks is a popular destination for the Taiwanese. She also includes a reminder to check out our interactive Fairbanks Winter Guide.
1/4: Adventure Corridor, Commercial Driver Training
January 4, 2008 | Tags: Audio
Susan Keltner brings us another Midday Update. This week there are opportunities to give input on an Interior Scenic Byway, or get involved with a new partnership between Princess and UAF. Play or download the details below.
12/21: HGTV, Drawing Contest, Winter Solstice
December 21, 2007 | Tags: Audio
Newsradio 970 KFBX gives us the opportunity to talk about what’s happening at the Fairbanks Convention and Visitors Bureau each Friday on their Midday Update. We had lots of information to fit in today. Play or download the details below.
