PRESS RELEASE: For Immediate Release Contact: Laurie McConnellIdaho Tourism208.287.0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov State Seeks Nominees for Recreation and Tourism AwardLifetime Achievement Award winner will be selected by the Governor BOISE, Idaho (July 8, 2025) –Nominations are now open for an award recognizing outstanding lifetime achievement in the fields of Idaho recreation and tourism. Idaho Governor Brad Little will…
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MEDIA ALERT Contact: Laurie McConnellIdaho Tourism208.287.0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov Idaho Travel Council Announces May Special Meeting BOISE, Idaho (May 12, 2025) —The Idaho Travel Council (ITC) will meet virtually on Teams on Friday, May 16, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (MT). Guests may attend in-person at the Idaho Commerce office in the Clearwater meeting room (Joe R. Williams Building,…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laurie McConnellVisit Idaho208-287-0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov Visit Idaho Launches Documentary & Docuseries Showcasing the State’s 3,100 Miles of Navigable Whitewater RiversThe feature-length documentary premieres at The Egyptian Theatre in Boise on May 14 BOISE, Idaho (April 23, 2025)—With more navigable whitewater miles than any other state in the Lower 48, Visit Idaho is making…
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MEDIA ALERT Contact: Laurie McConnellIdaho Tourism208.287.0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov Idaho Travel Council Announces April Meeting BOISE, Idaho (March 31, 2025)—The Idaho Travel Council (ITC) will meet virtually on Teams on Monday, April 7, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (MT). Review the ITC meeting agenda with instructions for joining the meeting here. The ITC meeting is open to the public.…
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NEWS RELEASE: For Immediate Release Contact: Laurie McConnellIdaho Commerce – Tourism Development208.287.0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov Idaho Commerce Opens 2025 Application for the Idaho RegionalTravel & Convention Grant Program BOISE, Idaho (February 3, 2025)—The Idaho Department of Commerce-Tourism Development is now accepting applications for the Idaho Regional Travel and Convention Grant Program for the 2025 grant cycle. Applications must be submitted…
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MEDIA ALERT Contact: Laurie McConnellIdaho Tourism208.287.0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov Idaho Travel Council Announces February Meeting BOISE, Idaho (January 29, 2025)—The Idaho Travel Council (ITC) will meet at TownePlace Suites by Marriott (175 Avenida Del Rio Dr., Twin Falls, ID) on Thursday, February 6, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (MT). The council will hear updates on the ITC Strategic Plan,…
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NEWS RELEASE: For Immediate Release Contact: Laurie McConnellIdaho Commerce-Tourism Development208.287.0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov Governor Little Appoints New Member to Idaho Travel CouncilThe Idaho Travel Council advises Idaho Commerce on tourism policy and grant awards BOISE, Idaho (January 21, 2025) — Governor Brad Little has appointed Scott Turlington, of Tamarack, ID, to the Idaho Travel Council (ITC) representing Region…
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For Immediate Release Media Contact:Laurie McConnelllaurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov208-287-0781 Visit Idaho Rolls Out 2025 Official Idaho Travel GuideAnnual publication illuminates the state’s outdoor adventures, rich history and culinary delights BOISE, Idaho (January 6, 2025)—Visit Idaho has released its 2025 Official Idaho Travel Guide, packed with stunning photography and engaging stories to inspire visitors and residents to travel to…
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MEDIA ALERT Contact: Laurie McConnellIdaho Tourism208.287.0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov Idaho Travel Council Announces December Special Meeting BOISE, Idaho (December 26, 2024) —The Idaho Travel Council will hold a virtual special meeting on Monday, December 30, 2024, 10:30 am – 11:30 am MT on Teams. Guests may attend virtually or in-person at the Idaho Commerce office in the Clearwater meeting…
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Press Release: For Immediate Release Contact: Laurie McConnellIdaho Tourism208.287.0781laurie.mcconnell@tourism.idaho.gov Idaho Commerce Opens Applications for the 2025 Idaho Wild Rivers Grant Program BOISE, Idaho (December 23, 2024) — Idaho Commerce is accepting applications for the Idaho Wild Rivers Grant Program for the 2025 grant cycle. Applications must be submitted via the Department’s online portal by 4:00 p.m. MST, February…
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