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The state honored six distinguished North Carolinians today for their significant contributions to the success of North Carolina’s tourism industry. Larry Gustke, John and Faye Cooper, Betty and David Huskins, and Reyn Bowman received the 2009 Winner’s Circle awards from Commerce Secretary Keith Crisco during the annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism & Hospitality at the Raleigh Convention Center.
 
RALEIGH -- Gov. Bev Perdue has signed House Bill 628 for the construction of the North Carolina Aquarium Pier at Nags Head, which will create jobs and enhance tourism in one of North Carolina’s most popular destinations.
Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that domestic visitors to and within North Carolina spent a record $16.9 billion in 2008, an increase of 2.1 percent from 2007 and higher than the previous record of $16.5 billion, set in 2007.
State spending by domestic visitors jumps to record $21.9 billion
State welcome centers now offer free wireless internet service
Highlights Tourism Week
NC Commerce Accepting Brand Specialty License Plate Applications Starting Today
State Spending by Domestic Visitors Jumps to Record $20 Billion
Free Event Featuring the North Carolina Symphony is Open to the Public
State Tax Receipts from Visitor Spending Surpass $1 Billion