February 2021 Newsletter
ATHENS NOW // CVB NEWSLETTER February 2021 Newsmakers // Opportunities // New Developments in Tourism 81% Making…
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Calling all Event Planners! Book now to Save Your Future Dates
If you are looking to host an event in 2021 or 2022, now is the time to book! Don’t miss your opportunity to plan your conference, meeting, or wedding at our GBAC STAR TM certified venue. At The…
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Students Partner with Athens CVB for the “Gift of Destination"
ATHENS, GA -- The winner of the University of Georgia’s 2020 Summer Design Sprint Competition, GiftAStay is a hub for hotel-gifting in Athens, Ga. Terry College of Business Marketing students Abigail…
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Holiday Happenings and Things to Do in Athens
While a lot of 2020 may have been a Grinch, there are still plenty of festive ways to safely enjoy the season in Athens, including the return of ice skating and holiday markets plus some new holiday…
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Safety First: Meeting in the Time of COVID-19
The Georgia School Superintendents Association’s (GSSA) 2020 Fall Bootstrap Conference at The Classic Center in Athens may have looked a little different this year, but with over 300 attendees and…
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Athens makes Livability.com's list as one of 2020 Top 100 Best Places to Live
Athens is one of the best places to live in the country, according to a new ranking from Livability.com. Athens ranked number 32 nationally and was the top city ranked in Georgia in the 2020 Top 100…
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Chuck Jones Retires from Athens CVB and The Classic Center
The Classic Center Authority congratulates Chuck Jones, Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Outreach of The Classic Center and former director of the Athens (GA) Convention and Visitors Bureau…
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Fall ATHventures in Athens
Cooler weather isn’t the only thing returning to Athens this fall: football is being played between the hedges, trails are lined with the look and feeling of fall, and socially distant events are popping up on the calendar. From nature walks to patio talks, visitors to Athens can safely experience the thrill of a weekend away while enjoying ample opportunities for safe and scenic open spaces. Anyone longing for a getaway should reclaim the Book Now button and choose an ATHventure…
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Athens to Savannah Bike Ride Coming Oct. 23-24
The Athens to Savannah Bike Ride (AthSav) is an annual fundraiser designed to raise support and awareness for the construction of the Georgia Hi-Lo Trail. The proposed trail, when built and connected…
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