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Fayette County reaches record-breaking $1.6 billion in economic impact from travel in 2023

May. 31, 2024

LEXINGTON – The economic impact of travel and tourism in Fayette County set a record in 2023 of $1.6 billion, according to a study for the Kentucky Department of Tourism released yesterday. That’s 9.3…

Lexington celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week

May. 23, 2024

LEXINGTON -- Lexington is celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week, which runs through May 25, by recognizing the many ways tourism fuels the economy and the people who make it happen. “Tourism…

VisitLEX tells the stories of Lexington, and they are paying off | Opinion

May. 23, 2024

In mid-February, I had the honor of sitting with Lexington-based shoe and cleat artist Marcus Floyd at the prestigious global Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Awards in New…

Lost Palm Listed on People's "50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in America"

May. 23, 2024

From romantic beachside bungalows to stunning city skyscrapers, these are the most beautiful restaurants in every state. America’s restaurants really show up in the design department — we’re talking…

Lexington Hospitality Awards honors 25 hospitality workers, 34 Hometown Hosts

May. 16, 2024

LEXINGTON – Lexington Hospitality Awards today honored front-line staff and volunteers in the tourism industry who have demonstrated exceptional service as well as Hometown Hosts who brought…

Lexington Nominated for Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards

May. 09, 2024

We’re excited to share that Lexington is included on the ballot for Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards! Lexington can be found in the Cities category. Voting is open now through June…

VisitLEX recruits US Sports Congress event

May. 01, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 1, 2024) – VisitLEX announced today that it has successfully recruited the 2025 US Sports Congress to Lexington on Dec. 7-10, 2025. The conference will be held at the Central Bank…

VisitLEX will Celebrate the Diverse History of Horse Racing at Thursday Night LIVE in Lexington

May. 01, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 1, 2024) – VisitLEX is partnering with local organizations to celebrate the diverse history of horse racing in honor of the 150th Kentucky Derby at Thursday Night LIVE in the…

25 Best Girls' Weekend Getaway Destinations to Visit With Your Besties

Apr. 22, 2024

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING — Quality time spent with your closest girlfriends is a necessity. Whether you all have the chance to catch up over drinks or plan a night in ordering takeout and watching your…

Local travel, tourism organizations trained to assist people with hidden disabilities

Mar. 20, 2024

LEXINGTON – VisitLEX and its Visitor Center, Central Bank Center and Rupp Arena, the Kentucky Horse Park, and Blue Grass Airport have joined an effort to assist people who have hidden disabilities. An…

New VisitLEX online resource helps travelers who have disabilities connect with area attractions

Mar. 12, 2024

LEXINGTON – VisitLEX today announced a new online resource to help travelers who have disabilities connect with area attractions that can accommodate their needs. It partnered with Wheel the World…

Lexington listed in Southern Living Magazine's 'South's Best Cities of 2024'

Mar. 07, 2024

When you're craving a high-energy getaway with lots to see and do, there's no better place to visit than a Southern city. From North Carolina's majestic mountains to Texas's dizzying metros, this…

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