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May 18, 2026

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♦ 3rd Hour of TODAY Show in Williamsburg

♦ SAVE THE DATE! 

- Visit Williamsburg Tourism Summit Thursday, May 7

- Williamsburg General Managers Roundtable Thursday, May 14

♦ Transportation Sponsor Needed

♦ Join our Snail Mail Campaign

♦ Send us your updated promo material

♦ Join Our Upcoming Passes

 

3rd Hour of TODAY Show in Williamsburg

Now that the announcement has been made, the real work begins as we prepare to host a special broadcast of the 3rd Hour of TODAY Show in Williamsburg, VA on Friday, May 15th. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase the energy and spirit of our destination on a national stage.

We’re grateful in advance for the continued support and collaboration of our valued partners, your efforts will be key in bringing this experience to life and ensuring a successful show.

 

Save the Date! Upcoming Industry Events

 Visit Williamsburg Tourism Summit

We would like to invite you to the Visit Williamsburg Tourism Summit on Thursday, May 7, 2026 in honor of National Travel and Tourism Week, with special guest speaker, Don Welsh, President and CEO of Destinations International.

Where: Hennage Auditorium at The Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg
Time: Doors Open: 7:30 AM and Program begins: 8:00 am – 10:00 AM

Additional details to come later this week. We look forward to having you with us!

Williamsburg General Managers Roundtable

Join Us for a Visit Williamsburg Roundtable for lodging GMs and Owners.

Topics for discussion, in addition to an open forum, include STR performance trends, recent market wins, IPW preparation, upcoming PR opportunities, lead‑response strategy, and updates on sales, marketing, trade shows, and FAM trips. 

When: Thursday, May 14th; 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 
Where: Visit Williamsburg offices, entrance level conference room 
Who: Hotel General Managers and owners

RSVP
 

Transportation Sponsor Needed

Visit Williamsburg is seeking a valued transportation partner to support the upcoming SGMP NEC Conference. This is a great opportunity to showcase your services to a highly engaged group of meeting professionals while playing a key role in the event's success.

Partnership Needs Include:

» Airport transportation for the executive team (2 shuttle movements)

» Group transportation for a larger off-site event on June 9, 2026

This partnership offers strong visibility and the chance to create a seamless and welcoming experience for conference attendees from arrival to event execution.

If your company is interested in participating or learning more, please reach out to Brittany for additional details.

 

Join our Snail Mail Campaign

We launched our Snail Mail Campaign to engage visitors in a meaningful and memorable way with all things Williamsburg, and we would love you to be part of it. We’re inviting our hotel partners to offer an exclusive discount or special perk for guests who wish you visit the Historic Triangle. If you are interested, please send your discount code to Emma Schmitz.

 

Share your Promotional Material with Visit Williamsburg

As our conference and group season continues to build, Visit Williamsburg is excited to be hosting an increasing number of welcome tables at events throughout the destination. We invite you to make your attraction stand out by sharing your most up-to-date collateral with us. Contact Amy Tandy or

Drop off or ship your materials to:

Visit Williamsburg
Attn: Amy Tandy
421 N Boundary Street
Williamsburg, VA 23188

 

Partner Opportunities: Join Our Upcoming Passes

Visit Williamsburg is excited to invite YOU to participate in a unique promotional opportunity designed to showcase the exceptional experiences our region offers. We are seeking exclusive deals, discounts, and special offers to be featured in the passes below. Please send a brief description of your offer to Emma Schmitz or submit the form by the dates listed for the pass.

2026 Juneteenth Pass

Join us in celebrating Juneteenth in Williamsburg by creating meaningful offers and experiences that honor the freedom and the rich history of our community. Pass will run the month of June. Please send a brief description of your discount and offer by May 15th.

SUBMIT AN OFFER

Williamsburg 250 Pass

We’re always looking to keep the Williamsburg 250 Pass fresh and exciting for our visitors. If you have any new discounts, special offers, or exclusive deals you’d like included, please send us a brief description along with any relevant details. Sharing your latest promotions helps us showcase the best of what our partners have to offer and ensures pass holders get the most value from their experience.

SUBMIT AN OFFER

Pancake Trail

Visit Williamsburg is starting to collect offers for the Pancake Pass marketing initiative for the month of September, and we’re looking for local restaurants that serve up delicious pancakes and other breakfast favorites to be part of it! We’re inviting restaurants and cafes to showcase their best morning dishes and any special offers, discounts, or featured menu items. In addition, we’re including affordable hotel packages and exclusive deals to help visitors enjoy the full Williamsburg experience.  

SUBMIT AN OFFER
 

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Williamsburg Tourism Council
421 North Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA 23187