Saturday, June 1, 2024 On Tuesday, May 28, a significant meeting titled “Travel Works for America Power Hour” was held, featuring U.S. Congressman John Joyce alongside over 20 leaders from the Gettysburg travel and business community.
The session underscored the substantial role that travel plays in boosting local businesses and the regional economy. “Travel is essential to the global competitiveness of the U.S.
and is critically important to communities like Gettysburg, which rely on travel to power the economy and workforce,” said Tori Emerson Barnes , U.S. Travel Executive Vice President for Public Affairs and Policy.
“We appreciate the opportunity to join Congressman Joyce for a discussion on how Congress can further support the growth of travel to his district and throughout the United States, as well as the leadership of Destination Gettysburg, who were instrumental in bringing us together.” “Destination Gettysburg was proud to host Congressman John Joyce for an important conversation with our leading tourism stakeholders. Tourism is a vital industry in Gettysburg and Adams County, annually attracting over 3 million visitors, generating more than $735 million in visitor spending, and creating approximately 5,000 jobs,” said Karl Pietrzak , President and CEO of Destination Gettysburg.
“Through Congressman Joyce’s efforts, our region benefits from federal support of local tourism, ensuring continued investment in this essential industry.” The Power H.
