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✨ Hot off the presses! ✨ We’re thrilled to share that Annapolis Pride has been recognized as the Best Local Pride by the editors of Washington Blade, the leading LGBTQIA+ publication in the Nation’s Capital! To top it off, #Annapolis has also been named the Best Local Day Trip destination by its many readers—just in time for World Pride coming to DC next June! 🏳️🌈 As we gear up for next year, we can’t wait to welcome even more visitors to experience the unique charm and vibrant pride of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. #AnnapolisPride #WashingtonBlade #WorldPride2024 #LGBTQIA+ #VisitAnnapolis #BestDayTrip

This afternoon in Severn, Maryland, we proudly welcomed USA BMX and the East Coast Nationals to Severn Danza Park! Elected officials and key stakeholders came together to welcome the hundreds of athletes from across the country to this exciting, one-of-a-kind event. This is more than just a race – it’s a celebration of youth and amateur sports and a major driver of economic impact for our region. With the USA BMX Nationals joining other standout events, such as the Annapolis Sailboat Show, this weekend underscores how diverse sports and tourism events bring together visitors from around the world, infusing our local economy with growth and opportunity. Thank you to the Maryland Sports Commission, Councilwoman Allison Pickard, Chesapeake Bmx, Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks, and USA BMX for coming together in partnership. #USABMX #SportsTourism #EconomicImpact #SevernMaryland #EastCoastNationals

Today, the team at Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County attended the opening day press breakfast to learn about this year’s Annapolis Sailboat Show. And we learned a lot! There will be amazing demos of course, new boats premiering at the show- 16 to be exact, sailing influencers, new products, hands on classes, of course painkillers and more… But… Have you ever wondered what it takes to really put on the world’s largest in-water boat show every October in the ❤️of #Annapolis? They are celebrating their 54th year this weekend, so they know what they are doing! Check out these stats ⏬⏬⏬ 🛥️9 full time employees put on 4 boat shows annually 🤯 🌊140 temporary staff join the ranks for the two weeks of boat shows in Annapolis ⚓️1 mile of docks are placed along the waterfront for the shows, including a few more on Spa Creek for Powerboat Show’s Brokerage Cove ⛵️80% of the temporary staff are MD residents, with 50% of volunteers returning year over year 💦4000 plastic water bottles are diverted through refill stations throughout the show provided by ANNAPOLIS GREEN INC 🧑🧑🧒🧒 1 Kids Scavenger hunt, organized by the EWE Spirit Foundation, because boating is better with the whole family! 👏👏👏 Well Done! To learn more about the press events this weekend, or to visit and buy that dream boat, visit www.annapolisboatshows.com. See you at the docks! #AnnapolisBoatShows Annapolis Boat Shows #AnnapolisSailboatShow #TourismWorks4MD #TravelMD #VisitAnnapolis

⚓️ #Annapolis and the United States Naval Academy – together, they create one stunning tourism destination. Happy Founders Day to the U.S. Naval Academy and Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy! 🎉 Did you know? The U.S. Navy was born on October 13, 1775, and just 70 years later, on October 10, 1845, the U.S. Naval Academy was founded right here in Annapolis at Fort Severn. For 179 years, we’ve been neighbors, family, and an amazing community. Today, we celebrated at the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation’s gorgeous new Fluegel Alumni Center with colleagues from across a variety of industries.

Rasheeda Martin, STS, previously the Director of Sales at Explore York, is the new senior director of external relations at Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County in Maryland.

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is excited to announce the appointment of Rasheeda Martin, STS, as its new Senior Director of External Relations. Martin, previously the Director of Sales at Explore York, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this newly created role. Kristen Pironis, Executive Director of VAAAC, expressed her enthusiasm about Martin joining the leadership team. "Rasheeda's strong track record in driving strategic initiatives, building client relationships, and her collaborative leadership style make her an ideal fit for Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County," said Pironis. "Her extensive experience and commitment to connecting with others will be vital as we enhance our region's tourism offerings and collaborate with stakeholders to promote economic growth." At Explore York, Martin was recognized for her exceptional performance in surpassing sales targets, achieving consistent revenue growth, and elevating sports tourism as a key driver of local tourism. "I am excited to join the talented team at Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County and contribute to our region's growth as a premier destination," Martin stated. "I look forward to working collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to develop innovative, sustainable initiatives that drive tourism, enhance visitor experiences, and create lasting economic impact for the community." Please join us in welcoming Rasheeda to Annapolis and Anne Arundel County! #VisitAnnapolis #TourismWorks4MD #TravelMD #AnneArundelCounty Please read the full press release on our website: https://lnkd.in/dRTgSgaW

USA BMX is back at Chesapeake BMX in Severn, MD, for the East Coast Nationals this weekend! This marks the first year of a multi-year contract to host the championships in Anne Arundel County. Please read the full press release on our website: https://lnkd.in/dRTgSgaW #VisitAnnapolis #USABMX Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks #SportsTourism #BMXRacing

‘Big’ things are happening this weekend to get ready for the #GreatAnnapolisPumpkins! More to come…🍁🎃🍂 DOWNTOWN ANNAPOLIS PARTNERSHIP Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County #GreatAnnapolisPumpkins #SpookySeason #VisitAnnapolis #TourismWorks4M

Congratulations to the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel on its recent accolade from Condé Nast Traveler; it came in at #11 in the Reader's Choice Awards for Best Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic! Well done! #VisitAnnapolis #AnneArundelCounty #BestHotels #TourismWorks4MD Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ebiTr9dP

On Sunday, September 29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.,several phenomenal women will be presented with the prestigious 29th Annual Fannie Lou Hamer Awards at Maryland Hall, including Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County's very own Heather Ersts! Congratulations, Heather, on your work promoting the diverse history and heritage of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County! #FannieLouHamerAwards #CaucusOfAfricanAmericanLeaders #TourismWorks4MD #CivilRightsGuide https://lnkd.in/eS5G7YTE