Press Releases

pocono mountains home to “best new” course in united states October 23, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau, which has overseen tourism in the four-county region for 75 years, announces that Jack Frost National (JFN) has garnered a spot in Golfweek's triennial rankings of the "Best New Courses in the United States."
 

pocono mountains resort among 10 best family snow resorts October 13, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce that the Pocono Mountains' (http://www.800poconos.com/) Woodloch Resort (http://www.woodloch.com/) has been ranked No. 6 of the 10 Best Snow Resorts for families by Parents magazine from its first-ever 10 Best Snow Resorts For Families survey.
 

halloween happenings in the pocono mountains October 13, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce of a myriad of Halloween options for visitors to the 2,400-square mile region this month. From scary venues to family-fun activities, the options are endless in the Pocono Mountains.
 

pmvb annual report dinner celebrated the year’s accomplishments October 02, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) held their Annual Report Dinner for the 2008-09 fiscal year at Penn’s Peak last evening, October 1, 2009. The event recognized their accomplishments and actions over the past year with the distribution of their Annual Report, while highlighting the organization’s 75th Anniversary.
 

pocono mountains teeming with new additions for 2009-10 winter season October 01, 2009 The Pocono Mountains region is ready to welcome another successful ski season (poconoski.com) with the announcement of new improvements and upgrades at several of their top ski resorts for the 2009-10 ski season. This year’s upgrades focus on improving the visitor experience and a continuing Green effort.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau unveils redesigned web site September 28, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau - overseeing tourism throughout the region for 75 years - today announces the unveiling of its redesigned, easy-to-navigate Web site http://www.800poconos.com/.
 

pmvb launches social media campaign September 24, 2009 To help travelers make the most of their journeys to the Pocono Mountains, the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce its launch of a social media campaign. Recently, the organization joined the online networks of Twitter, Facebook, Flicker and YouTube, in addition to blogging on their brand new site, 800poconos.com.
 

pmvb launches new user-friendly web site September 23, 2009 The Pocono Mountains is making a new splash online just in time for fall travel as the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) proudly announces the unveiling of their new and improved, integrated 800poconos.com Web site.
 

top 10 reasons to visit the pocono mountains during fall 2009 September 17, 2009 Autumn in the Pocono Mountains offers visitors dazzling shows of color and the chance to get away from the hustle and bustle and reconnect with nature. The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce the top 10 reasons why it's time to visit the region:
 

pocono mountains offer autumn stay-and-play packages, breathtaking scenery September 08, 2009 The Pocono Mountains - home to hundreds of golf holes and dozens of historic courses in Northeastern Pennsylvania - showcase its brilliant autumn colors with a variety of stay-and-play offers throughout the four-county region.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau to hold annual report dinner September 08, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) will unveil their 2009 Annual Report during their special 75th Anniversary Celebration at Penn's Peak in Jim Thorpe on October 1, 2009.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau reflects on 75 years of excellence August 25, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau -- celebrating its 75th anniversary -- honors its remarkable, diverse history with a Top 10 list of moments which have made northeastern Pennsylvania one of the nation's most enjoyable vacation destinations.
 

it's time for the pocono mountain's fall foliage hotline August 21, 2009 The Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania will usher in the stunning colors of autumn with the annual Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau's (PMVB) 24-hour Fall Foliage Hotline. Leaf peepers can learn exactly when and where to catch peak foliage colors throughout the four-county region calling the hotline at 570.421.5565 or logging on www.800poconos.com from September 8 – November 2, 2009.
 

kkpr marketing & public relations launches restaurant week along the delaware August 20, 2009 Taking a cue from New York City's Restaurant Week, KKPR Marketing & Public Relations launches Restaurant Week Along the Delaware, which will span from October 19, 2009 to November 1, 2009. This two-week culinary event invites restaurants, businesses and place to stay to participate in this experience which will prolong tourism during the fall foliage season, as well as get locals excited about the many top-notch restaurants that are right in their own back yard.
 

recently opened lake wallenpaupack visitors center reaches 10,000 visitors in just 4 months August 11, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce that its new Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center has reached its 10,000th visitor since its grand opening on Saturday, April 25, 2009.
 

taste of the poconos brochure is now available August 04, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce that the new Taste of the Poconos brochure is now being distributed throughout the Pocono Mountains region.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau extends partnership with buffalo communications August 03, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau – overseeing the storied, four-county region in Northeast Pennsylvania with more than 25 courses and award-winning designs by Jack Nicklaus, Donald Ross and A.W. Tillinghast – has extended its partnership with Buffalo Communications as its golf-destination public-relations agency.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau awards scholarships to local students July 23, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) Scholarship Fund has awarded seven scholarships to both local high school and college students seeking further education in hospitality and tourism fields.
 

pocono mountains' settlers inn chosen top historic hotel by aaa July 06, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce that the Settlers Inn at Bingham Park, located in the Lake Region of the Pocono Mountains, has been recognized as one of AAA's Top 10 Historic Hotels.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau awards 11 beautification grants to area organizations July 02, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) has awarded 11 beautification grants to local organizations. Beautification Grants are awarded annually to organizations throughout the four-county Pocono Mountains region of Carbon, Monroe, Pike and Wayne that are interested in improving their curb appeal and community.
 

pocono mountains tourism partners thinking green June 17, 2009 Being increasingly ecologically friendly isn’t just an effort to go with the current flow, but rather a mandate for the many golf courses, resorts and other tourism attractions throughout the Pocono Mountains.
 

pocono mountains offering 75th anniversary super fan sweepstakes” with pocono raceway June 02, 2009 As part of the 75th Anniversary of the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB), Pocono Raceway is partnering with the PMVB to award six racing “Super Fans” the thrill of VIP seats to the Sunoco Red Cross Pennsylvania 500 NASCAR Race on August 2, 2009. One of the six Grand Prize winners will also win a Pocono Mountains Vacation including a stay at The Chateau Resort and Conference Center, a $100 Shiro Restaurant dinner certificate, and the opportunity to ski, snow tube, or enjoy the waterpark at Camelback Mountain Resort. Fans can enter the sweepstakes by visiting www.winpocono.com and filling out all necessary contest information.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau recognizes tourism heroes at tourism achievement awards luncheon May 13, 2009 Earlier today, Pocono Mountains Tourism Achievement Award winners were honored by the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) at a special luncheon, sponsored by Right Reason Technologies, during the 15th Annual Pocono Mountains Tourism Day event at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, Shawnee on Delaware. Representatives of the local tourism industry gathered to recognize industry employees, along with member properties, for strides in customer service and community involvement. Awards were given to individuals for Brand Hero, Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Tourism Employee of the Year. PMVB Member Properties were also presented the Community Service Award, Green Award and Brand Champion Awards.
 

pocono mountains offer “free night stays” May 05, 2009 The Pocono Mountains is helping travelers extend their getaways this spring and summer with one-night free offers at several of the region’s resorts, hotels and bed & breakfast inns. Spend an extra day enjoying some of the Pocono Mountains exciting spring and summer activities and events, or just taking the time to relax with family and friends.
 

pmvb announces morning presenter on “green living” for pocono mountains tourism day April 29, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is pleased to announce Lisa Alexander as a morning presenter for Pocono Mountains Tourism Day. Ms. Alexander is the Founder and CEO of Green Life, Inc, a company that is a registered member of the U.S. Green Building Council and committed to educating the public on how to build healthier lives for ourselves and the planet through everyday practical “green” living. As a presenter, she will be focusing on helping tourism businesses with simple sustainable practices to “green” their properties, help improve the environment and save money.
 

the pmvb announces the grand opening of the new lake wallenpaupack visitors center April 21, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce the official grand opening of the new Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center, located on Route 6 in Palmyra Township, Pike County on Saturday, April 25, 2009.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau recognizes tourism heroes at tourism achievement awards luncheon April 15, 2009 Travel and tourism serves as the largest industry in the Pocono Mountains. This identifies the need for remarkable hospitality and service by employees across the Pocono Mountains region. The main goal is to ensure that each visitor receives the best Pocono Mountains experience. The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) will be honoring employees who set this standard at the Pocono Mountains Tourism Achievement Awards Luncheon on May 13, 2009, as part of Pocono Mountains Tourism Day at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, Shawnee on Delaware, PA.
 

pmvb announces nationally-known keynoter for tourism day 2009 April 09, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is pleased to announce Dr. Suzanne D. Cook as keynoter for the annual Tourism Day conference on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort in Shawnee on Delaware.
 

the pocono mountains offer many waters for fishing April 08, 2009 An angler can visit the Pocono Mountains area for an entire month and never fish the same water twice. Native fish can be found throughout our four-county area. And the odds of a successful day are greatly helped by the heavy stocking of the waters of the Pocono Mountains lakes, done annually. From shad, muskellunge, panfish and pickerel to bass and some of the best trout in the country, some of Pennsylvania's best places to fish are in the Pocono Mountains. Trout season begins on April 18, 2009; a national holiday to local anglers.
 

the pocono mountains visitors bureau announces schedule for tourism day 2009 April 02, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) has announced the schedule for Pocono Mountains Tourism Day to be held on May 13, 2009 at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort. In its fifteenth year, the tourism marketing conference will be featuring the increased importance in conservation in the tourism industry with the theme “Turning Green into Green.” Expert presenters and education will give valuable information on how to market properties as “green,” and how being green can lower costs and help save money. The PMVB will also be awarding local hospitality industry workers and properties during the Tourism Achievement Awards Luncheon, which recognizes their exceptional guest and community service that represents the Pocono Mountains.
 

travel channel to highlight pocono mountains as one of the most “manly man adventures” in the world February 26, 2009 Gear up and head into battle! The Pocono Mountains region is proud to announce that Skirmish Paintball’s “Invasion of Normandy” game has been selected as one of the most “Manly Man Adventure Vacations” by the Travel Channel and will be featured as part of their “21” series airing on their network Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 8:00 p.m.
 

gail v. sterrett (1951 - 2009) February 11, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau is deeply saddened to announce that Gail V. Sterrett, Director of Marketing for the PMVB has passed away. Gail would have celebrated her 25th year with bureau this coming April.
 

the pocono mountains visitors bureau looks back on the last 75 years events from 1934-1950 February 02, 2009 In recognition of the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau’s (PMVB) 75th Anniversary Year, twelve monthly articles will feature key periods in time over the last 75 years, focusing on the history, events and people that have helped to shape tourism here in the Pocono Mountains. From the PMVB’s organization in 1934, it has had a profound impact on the region, its’ people and visitors from all over the world.
 

eagle watching ready to soar this february in the pocono mountains February 02, 2009 The Pocono Mountains (www.800Poconos.com) are preparing to welcome some very important visitors – of the feathered variety – a free guided tour is available to make it easier to do so. More than 150 migratory bald eagles are making their way through the Upper Delaware region of the Pocono Mountains during the month of February. In addition to value hotel packages and habitat excursions, educational workshops are available for visitors through the Lackawaxen, PA winter field office of The Eagle Institute, a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to the protection of the bald eagle and other birds of prey.
 

celebrate valentine’s day in the pocono mountains January 14, 2009 Known as a favorite honeymoon destination for generations, the Pocono Mountains (www.800poconos.com) of Northeast Pennsylvania offers romantic, value-added hotel packages for sweethearts seeking a Valentine’s Day getaway. Couples can take advantage of this romantic holiday with the following hotel deals. Please visit 800poconos.com for a full listing of packages and romantic events.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau celebrates 75th anniversary in 2009 January 13, 2009 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is celebrating its 75th Anniversary in 2009 with special events and promotions. The Visitors Bureau’s 75th Anniversary speaks to the region’s long history of providing a nearby escape, only a short drive from most major cities in the Northeast, dating back to when returning soldiers would escape to the Pocono Mountains for some much deserved rest and relaxation.
 

pocono mountains announces 2009 calendar of top events January 07, 2009 The Pocono Mountains region of northeastern Pennsylvania has announced its 2009 calendar of events, highlighting the natural beauty of the 2,400-square-mile region. Events range from music festivals and holiday celebrations to marathons and NASCAR Races. For a full listing of activities, please visit www.800poconos.com/calendar. Highlights from the 2009 calendar include:
 

pocono mountains winter sweepstakes offers exciting getaways January 06, 2009 The Pocono Mountains has successfully ushered in the 2008-09 ski season with record breaking ski area openings and perfect riding conditions. This winter the Pocono Mountains is offering a sweepstakes, by awarding getaway stays throughout the region. By visiting www.winpocono.com you can enter your information to be included in the drawing for a Pocono Mountains vacation.
 

learn to turn in the pocono mountains with value hotel packages December 11, 2008 As travelers continue to look closer to home for ski getaways this winter, the Pocono Mountains’ ‘Learn To Turn’ promotion provides value hotel packages starting at less than $100 a night coupled with Pennsylvania’s nearby, beginner-friendly slopes. Families can enjoy a winter escape without breaking the bank by logging on to www.poconoski.com to view convenient, pocketbook-friendly packages.
 

pocono mountains offers best one night stays December 09, 2008 The Pocono Mountains is offering value one night stay packages throughout the winter season, as low as $55.22 per person, per night. So close to home, staying in the Pocono Mountains for one night and two days on one of these great packages will let you relax, unwind and enjoy. It's time to stay over for a night in the Pocono Mountains.
 

holiday events and festivals in the pocono mountains November 24, 2008 Tree lightings, exciting shows and seasonal festivals are only some of the holiday events that will warm winter up in the Pocono Mountains (www.800Poconos.com). A number of holiday-themed events from traditional displays, jolly good events, shows, demonstrations, luncheons, dinners and train excursions will be taking place during November and December.
 

pocono mountains visitors bureau’s annual holiday dinner November 19, 2008 The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is pleased to announce that its annual Holiday Dinner will be held in the Governor’s Ballroom at Split Rock Resort & Golf Club in Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania on Thursday, December 11, 2008.
 

polish your parallel with ski & stay packages in the pocono mountain November 10, 2008 One of the top ski destinations in the Northeast, Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains are providing value added Ski & Stay packages for the 2008-09 winter season. By logging on to www.poconoski.com, skiers of all ages and skill levels will find convenient, pocketbook-friendly ski getaways for the entire family. Highlights include: