Note: Media trip participants have been selected.
In 2024, Travel Tacoma will host a pre-conference and a post-conference media trip, each for 6 journalists. Journalists can indicate interest on the conference registration form. Travel Tacoma will select and notify participants in plenty of time to make travel plans.
Pre-conference Media Trip: Magical Rainier. This media trip includes exploring and hiking in Mt. Rainier National Park, rail riding, a stay at the iconic Paradise Inn, a behind the scenes tour at Northwest Trek
Wildlife Park, and much more. All meals, lodging and admission fees are covered by Travel Tacoma. Dates:
9/28-10/1. Activity level: low-moderate.
Post-conference Media Trip: Waterfront of Wonders. This media trip includes a tour of the Museum of
Glass and other museums in Tacoma’s museum district, exploring Point Defiance Park, pedaling the Ruston Way Waterfront by e-bike or surrey, exploring the new development of Point Ruston, exploring the charming town of Gig Harbor with optional water activities, and more. Dates: 10/3-10/6. Activity level: low-moderate.