By David ForsythOK, so here’s the challenge. I’ve got company visiting from out-of-town, California wine country to be exact, folks who know and are active in the wine industry. Which Washington wine should be served to showcase the true essence of Washington wine? David ForsythDo I distill the choice down...
By Robert J. HarringtonHospitality and tourism make up one of the largest industries in the United States. At the same time, the market is saturated with competition, and consumer expectations are evolving. Robert HarringtonIn changing times, how can hospitality businesses change to meet the needs of their customers and still...
With vacation rentals opening their doors throughout the Mid-Columbia and Uber now available across the Tri-Cities, it’s becoming easier than ever for visitors to connect with locals and seek out a unique, personalized travel experience.Nearly 150 vacation rental properties are available in and around the Tri-Cities.Tri-City tourism is big business,...
Nine family members work between Viera’s two bakeriesEulogio Zarate considers himself a fan of weather reports.The manager of Viera’s Bakery said he can tell when business is good based on the weather.“We always get excited as a business when it’s raining or cold,” he said while standing behind the counter at...
Cruises depart from Richland’s Columbia Point MarinaWhen you have more than three decades of experience in the cruise industry, you’re bound to cross paths with the same people more than once.Jay Denney and Dave Landis did so on several occasions—in different ports and on different boats—over a period of 17...
Roads2Travel offers trips focusing on taste, historyWhen Bob Christensen retired after a career in telecommunications and traveling between Washington and Southeast Asia, he knew exactly what he wanted to do.His love for traveling and culture led him to open his own tourism business.“I was born and raised in Oregon so...
Experts recommend researching guide options to get most out of tripDropping a line into the rivers around the Tri-Cities to catch salmon, sturgeon, walleye or steelhead has launched a handful of fishing charter businesses around the Tri-Cities.[blockquote quote="I take pride in making the best trip possible for my clients." source="Dave...
Wineries, winegrowers experiencing explosive growth since wine commission formed in 1987By Heather BradshawThis year marks the 30th anniversary of the Washington State Wine Commission, a marketing, communications and research organization that represents every licensed winery and every wine grape grower in the state. In 1987, early industry visionaries saw the...
Annual membership includes access to 12 different venues around the Tri-City area[blockquote quote="It’s about creating those memories and sharing those experiences." source="Preston House, owner of Tri-Fun" align="right" max_width="300px"]Planning a staycation in the Tri-Cities this summer?A new membership-based business called Tri-Fun aims to give families affordable access to 12 unique entertainment venues...
Walla Walla has the Marcus Whitman Hotel.Spokane has the Davenport.Portland boasts the Benson.Seattle has the Fairmont.The owner of The Lodge at Columbia Point in Richland hopes to add his boutique hotel to the list for the Tri-Cities.“The Tri-Cities has needed an identity boutique hotel,” said owner Tom Drumheller.The $8.5 million...
