In 2010, Iowa voters approved the creation of the Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund. Sixteen years later, the fund remains empty. For Iowa's tourism industry, IWiLL represents a significant opportunity to invest in the natural resources that support outdoor recreation and attract visitors to our communities. With growing attention on Iowa's water quality […]
Van Buren County is made up of small, rural communities spread across southeast Iowa. There are no stoplights or branded hotels, and the places visitors come to experience are scattered throughout the county. Rather than focus on what they don’t have, the Villages of Van Buren has learned to connect what they do have and […]
Join iTIP’s lobbyist, David Adelman of Cornerstone Government Affairs, for a look at what’s ahead in the 2027 Iowa Legislative Session. This webinar will highlight iTIP’s legislative priorities, anticipated policy discussions, and key issues that could impact Iowa’s tourism industry in the year ahead. Learn what tourism partners should be watching as the session gets […]
Join us for an informative and engaging event designed exclusively for tourism professionals eager to navigate the complex legislative world. This event is your opportunity to gain invaluable insights into legislative priorities and develop the skills needed to advocate effectively for your sector, before the Iowa Tourism Night legislative reception. Event Highlights: How-to Training for […]
Iowa's travel and hospitality industry is invited to attend an evening networking and conversing with Iowa's elected officials. Spend the evening networking with Iowa's elected officials in a relaxing atmosphere to showcase the power of tourism on Iowa's economy. Encourage your elected officials to attend the event by sending a note and sharing the invitation […]
iDISCOVER: Lead, Grow, Connect is iTIP's immersive professional development experience designed to advance tourism through connection and discovery. Guided by iTIP's DREAM framework, iDISCOVER combines hands-on learning, peer-to-peer collaboration, industry resources, and interactive experiences that help tourism professionals strengthen their skills, expand their networks, and bring new ideas back to their organizations and communities. Unlike […]
