Blogs: Hospitality & Tourism

A poetic metaphor that makes all the difference

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS June 30, 2023   Robert Frost’s Poem “The Road Not Taken,” has been a topic of conversation among scholars for decades regarding the meaning of the last two lines, “Two roads diverged in...
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It’s a team effort at the SCC&TB

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS June 23, 2023     Last week, the Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau met with various business sectors in the community to discuss our overarching direction with membership and marketing for...
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Creating opportunities for local businesses

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS June 16, 2023   “Don’t wait for the right opportunity, create it,” is a quote from playwright and political activist George Bernard Shaw and serves as a careful reminder that we should all...
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Let’s Put the Spotlight Back on Sedona This Year

As we are all aware, the tourism industry has been hit hard lately in Sedona. In order to bring the spotlight blaring brightly back on our magical, mystical, beautiful city, MWTV Photography is offering to help elevate your business to the...
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AzLTA shares the state of tourism for Arizona

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS June 9, 2023     Keeping our finger on the pulse of what is happening with Arizona’s lodging, hospitality and tourism is essential. Last week, the Northern Arizona Council of Governments [NACOG] presented...
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Wellness in the workplace

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS June 2, 2023     The month of May was Mental Health Awareness Month, however, it’s an ongoing issue that needs to be addressed continuously — not just in one calendar month. According...
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Gearing up for summer

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS May 26, 2023     The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau is gearing up for summer. Summer is looking good for visitors coming to our state. That’s what we hear...
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New ways for locals to enjoy Sedona

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS May 19, 2023   Sedona has so much to offer, that sometimes we forget all the amazing things we have right at our fingertips. Often, I hear, “I’ve lived here for years,...
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Opportunities don’t just happen — you create them

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS May 12, 2023   In recent weeks, people are asking, “What is changing at the Chamber?” The answer is a lot! For one, our membership is growing. Just in the last few...
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SCC&TB Visitor Center serves residents and visitors

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS April 28, 2023   During this busy time of year, Sedona welcomes people from around the world. While some are less than pleased with the number of visitors who come to our...
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The future of tourism in Sedona is officially in flux

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS April 21, 2023 Last week’s decision by the City Council to study city management of the billion-dollar tourism industry will require considerable time, resources and expertise. For many years, the Sedona Chamber...
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Chamber’s New Tourism Direction Won’t Rely on City Funding

 THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS April 14, 2023   Last week, the Chamber Board of Directors unanimously voted not to renew our tourism contract with the city of Sedona. The unanimity of the Board’s direction is a...
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