Drop plans to refine ethanol at Quonset
Let’s get this out on the table right away: Ethanol produced from corn is not a “green” fuel. In fact, it may be just...
Clean under ramps around downtown
Downtown Providence has looked great since the formation of the Downtown Improvement District, which has invested in beautifying the city and sends out crews...
Recreational fishing regs put squeeze on charters
Much of the tourism in Rhode Island revolves around the water – from “WaterFire Providence,” to hiking along Newport’s Cliff Walk, to kayaking on...
Campaign packages holidays
On Dec. 8, visitors to Providence will be able to get in the holiday spirit with a tour of historic homes on Benefit Street,...
Celebrating a sense of this place
It was First Lady Suzanne Carcieri’s idea. Proud of the Ocean State’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, and aware that many Rhode Islanders don’t...
Foliage brings tourists for all R.I. attractions
Rhode Island’s fall foliage creates a great backdrop for locals who want to experience nature’s colorful palette through various activities, but it also attracts...
NYC debuts $30M, 1-year ad campaign
New York City last week began a one-year, $30 million advertising campaign to attract tourists from around the world with the slogan, “This is...
‘Nature trails’ promote state’s most pristine assets
Are you a bird watcher? Or do you love to walk along the water’s edge – on the rocky cliffs, or perhaps near the...
Creating ‘places,’ not tourist traps
As a tourism industry leader, Robert Billington should be concerned about attracting visitors and their dollars to his region in northern Rhode Island. But...
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