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THE WASHINGTON COUNTY VISITORS ASSOCIATION

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Tourism brings in more than $400-million to Washington County. Don't be left in the dark.

Washington County, Oregon, is a place that welcomes the traveling public, encouraging folks to “Come Play Your Way.” With a wealth of attractions that are appealing to visitors, from wine, nature and sport to arts, culture and shopping, the region is just waiting to be molded into an important tourism destination.
 
Economically, tourism brings around $400-million annually to the local community. Travelers spend money in our county, whether it’s for lodging, camping, dining, or shopping. All of this benefits the community as a whole.  For the complete 2007 Visitor Impact Study, click here.

Together, with the Washington County Visitors Association, you too can benefit from the burgeoning tourism industry.
 
You’ve made a great first step by visiting our website. Here you can learn more about being involved in the marketing of Washington County, Oregon to the important traveling public. We are here to be your resource, and you will find information about The Brand of Washington County, how to become a tourism Stakeholder, and more information about the business of tourism and how you can get involved.


 

What you’ll find on this site:

We’re making Washington County a name brand. As the WCVA moves into a new direction, its new marketing strategy and tools – collectively making up the Brand - are designed to introduce new visitors – business and leisure travelers, couples and families, individuals and groups – to Washington County, Oregon,  and reacquaint previous visitors with the destination.
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Why our Tourism Development Plan will help your business. Tourism has the potential to further diversify the Washington County economy and provide important benefits for residents, partners and visitors. It aims to establish a high quality visitor economy that results in maximum benefits to residents, the environment and visitors. We are dedicated to preserving and presenting experiences that excite, educate, and reward our guests in natural, stimulating and comfortable environments. We are attuned to the needs of nature explorers, sporting organizers and enthusiasts and wine aficionados to provide them with exceptional and memorable experiences.
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Become a WCVA stakeholder and help us to help you. The WCVA invites you to sign-up to be a tourism stakeholder, free of charge, and market your product or business directly to those who make the travel decisions: individual travelers, families, group travel planners, meeting, event and sport planners and anyone who has interest in visiting the area.
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