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Mar 12 2009

Philly Tourism Office Staff Picks

The Ultimate Insiders Dish On Their Philly Favs

DONNA SCHORR, a young-at-heart Baby Boomer
Director of Communications

Yes, I take a train ride to the city every day, and at this age, I’m no expert on late night clubbing. But I’ve lived in or near Philly for decades (never mind how many), and I can tell you a lot about great things to see and do that don’t cost a fortune. Here are some of my sentimental favorites:

Rittenhouse Square
When I miss my dad, I visit his memorial bench in one of the most loved green spots in the city, Rittenhouse Square. Here is the heart and

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Jun 21 2007

Philly Goes The Distance With Campaign To Promote Great Outdoors

Year Two Includes Enhanced Web Site, Major Sponsorships And New Hotel Package

Boundless Philadelphia™, a $1.7 million campaign by the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation to promote the region’s outdoor offerings, kicks off its second year with three new initiatives: enhanced features on BoundlessPhiladelphia.com, major partnerships and a hotel package. These enhancements will raise the visibility of the campaign to runners and cyclists and offer visitor-friendly amenities to all outdoor enthusiasts.
 

Research shaping Boundless Philadelphia’s™ marketing plan found that outdoor activities are important to 44% of potential visitors to Philadelphia (source: TNS Travel and Transit, April 2007) and that the lack of a comprehensive outdoor Web site was the single biggest

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Tagged: GPTMC, Outdoors