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2011 News Releases

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10/24/2011	Pittsburgh: "Best of the World 2012!" YES, Pittsburgh! Four times named "America's Most Livable City," Pittsburgh has just been named among the 20 great places in the world to experience in 2012 by National Geographic Traveler.
10/20/2011	VisitPittsburgh Opens New Satellite Welcome Center PITTSBURGH – VisitPittsburgh is pleased to announce “The Welcome Center at the Duquesne Incline.” The new satellite Welcome Center, located at 1220 Grandview Avenue on Mt. Washington, joins VisitPittsburgh Welcome Centers located in the Pittsburgh International Airport, Fifth Avenue Place and a satellite center at the Senator John Heinz History Center.
09/28/2011	“Outdoor Adventure Map” Highlights 300+ Activities PITTSBURGH – Birding. Biking. Camping. Canoeing… You name the outdoor activity, and you can find it in the Pittsburgh area, thanks to the new “Pittsburgh and Its Countryside Outdoor Adventure Map.”
06/22/2011	VisitPittsburgh to Host Meeting of Travel Writers PITTSBURGH – The eyes of the travel industry will be focused on Pittsburgh next week, as VisitPittsburgh has the honor of hosting a joint chapter meeting of the Society of American Travel Writers. Two chapters of this prestigious group, which is comprised of vetted and accomplished travel writers and public relations professionals, will meet in Pittsburgh, June 26 – June 29, 2011. The SATW Northeast Chapter and the SATW Atlantic Caribbean Chapter will meet jointly for the first time, bringing 80 travel professionals to Pittsburgh.
06/07/2011	VP Partners with Delta Foundation PITTSBURGH – This week, VisitPittsburgh is partnering with the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh for a first-of-its-kind “Pittsburgh Pride Press Tour.” Nine writers from around the country will convene in Pittsburgh June 9-13 to experience much that the city has to offer.
06/01/2011	VisitPittsburgh Announces New Board Member VisitPittsburgh is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey E. Cohen to its board of directors.
05/11/2011	National Tourism Week PITTSBURGH – VisitPittsburgh joins hundreds of cities, states and travel-related businesses nationwide in recognition of National Tourism Week, May 7-15. Designated by Congress and established by presidential proclamation in 1983, the event highlights the impact of the nation’s $759 billion travel industry and the economic and social contributions it brings to the Pittsburgh region.
04/27/2011	NRA Annual Meeting Nets Millions for Pittsburgh PITTSBURGH – An estimated 72,000 people will be in Pittsburgh beginning April 28 for the 2011 National Rifle Association’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition.
03/24/2011	2011 Official Visitors Guide PITTSBURGH –The new 2011 Official Visitors Guide to Pittsburgh is here, and it’s better than ever!
03/24/2011	VisitPittsburgh Announces Convention Bookings PITTSBURGH – Two important convention announcements were made at VisitPittsburgh’s Annual Meeting this morning. The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) and the Fraternal Order of Police will hold upcoming conventions in Pittsburgh, thanks to the efforts of VisitPittsburgh.
03/24/2011	VisitPittsburgh Reports Good Year for 2010 PITTSBURGH – Throughout 2010, VisitPittsburgh continued fulfilling its mission to “bring leisure tourists and conventions to the Pittsburgh region.”
03/09/2011	VisitPittsburgh Honored For Workplace Practice Pittsburgh, PA— VisitPittsburgh, the official tourism promotion agency for Allegheny County and the city of Pittsburgh, will receive a Best Practices Honor from the American Psychological Association (APA) at the annual Psychologically Healthy Workplace Awards ceremony on March 12 in Washington, D.C. VisitPittsburgh will be recognized for its efforts to encourage and reward employees for taking personal responsibility for their well-being. The ceremony will be broadcast live at 4.45 p.m. EST on March 12 at http://bit.ly/PHWA2011.
01/28/2011	Steelers Nation to Take on Cheese Heads PITTSBURGH – The City of Champions and Steelers Nation are challenging Green Bay and the Cheese Heads of the World, (aka Packers fans) to determine who has the biggest fan base.
01/27/2011	Spend a "Super" Weekend in Pittsburgh PITTSBURGH – Are you a die-hard Steelers fan without tickets to the Super Bowl? Don’t cry in your Iron City Beer. Pittsburgh’s got its game face on with special offers for Steelers fans who want to be in the heart of Steelers Nation during the weekend of Feb. 4-6.
01/25/2011	VisitPittsburgh to Serve as “Steelers Central” PITTSBURGH – The fans will be screaming, the floor will be shaking and Terrible Towels will be twirling! In Dallas? Of course, but that's nothing compared to the Steelers Mania happening right here in the ‘Burgh. After all, if you can’t be in Dallas for Super Bowl XLV, there's no better place than Pittsburgh to watch the Steelers as they make an historic run for No. 7!
01/19/2011	Playoffs Mean Big Money for Pittsburgh VisitPittsburgh, the county’s official tourism agency, in collaboration with the Pittsburgh Steelers, estimates that Sunday’s AFC Championship game at Heinz Field against the New York Jets will result in $22.9 million in direct spending to the local economy. Since 2005, the NFL Playoffs have brought in a grand total of over $108 million. Yes – that’s $108 million in direct spending!
01/14/2011	VisitPittsburgh Leads 2011 MLK Food Drive PITTSBURGH – In recognition of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration this month, VisitPittsburgh and local hotels, businesses and organizations are participating in the 2011 MLK Hospitality Food Drive. The annual food drive, which runs through January 31, benefits the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. The 2011 goal is to collect 6,000 lbs. of food to assist the thousands of families and individuals who are experiencing hardships.
01/12/2011	Pittsburgh Benefits from Steelers Playoff Game PITTSBURGH – VisitPittsburgh, Allegheny County’s official tourism agency, estimates that Saturday’s AFC Divisional Playoff Game at Heinz Field against the Baltimore Ravens will result in $19.2 million in direct spending to the local economy.