SARA OTTE COLEMAN

KVRR Connections: More People Are Saying “Hello” To North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — More and more people are making North Dakota their getaway destination. Last year, the state saw a nearly 9% increase in airport arrivals and a 10% rise in border crossings. Hotel revenues climbed to $548 million, a nearly 6% increase. Tax receipts for accommodations and food services surpassed $2.2 billion. That is in spite of a…

KVRR Connections: Tourism | “Hello ND” 2025 Tourism Campaign Launched

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Gov. Kelly Armstrong is inviting people to say “Hello ND”. Armstrong and Commerce Tourism and Marketing Director Sara Otte Coleman have launched a revitalized tourism campaign. It showcases the state’s friendly people, welcoming communities, and abundance of uncrowded outdoor adventures, aligning with the growing trend of more immersive travel. “Effective tourism marketing not only attracts visitors…