Gwinnett County Issues Proclamation for National Travel and Tourism Week

On May 2, Gwinnett County issued a proclamation declaring the week of May 7-13 as National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW). The proclamation was presented to Explore Gwinnett, the official tourism and film office for the county.

The local initiative encourages support of the hospitality industry and will be held in conjunction with 40th anniversary of the U.S. Travel Association Industry event.

Throughout the week, Gwinnett residents are encouraged to recognize and support the hospitality businesses and their employees for their contribution to the quality of life of all Gwinnett citizens.

• More than 10,000 jobs are generated by Gwinnett’s hospitality industry.
• More than $83 million in state and local tax revenue is generated from travel and tourism is Gwinnett County and contributes to reducing the tax obligations of Gwinnett citizens.
• Gas South District is celebrating the completion of a $200 million expansion and renovation that will increase travel and tourism to Gwinnett County.
• Gwinnett County is home to three professional sports teams, more than 100 hotels, 12 craft breweries and countless restaurants.

Established in 1983, NTTW is an annual tradition to celebrate the U.S. travel community and travel’s essential role in stimulating economic growth, cultivating vibrant communities, creating quality job opportunities, inspiring new businesses and elevating the quality of life for Americans every day.