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To get the most out of tourism, R.I. needs a full-time leader

TROLL TRAIL: Louise Bishop, South County Tourism Council CEO and president, on Rhode Island’s recently expanded “troll trail,” in Charlestown. The state now has five trolls, which are made from recycled materials and attract thousands of visitors.
PBN FILE PHOTO/­ELIZABETH GRAHAM

TROLL TRAIL: Louise Bishop, South County Tourism Council CEO and president, on Rhode Island’s recently expanded “troll trail,” in Charlestown. The state now has five trolls, which are made from recycled materials and attract thousands of visitors.
PBN FILE PHOTO/­ELIZABETH GRAHAM


Anecdotal reports suggest the summer tourism season is trending well in the Ocean State. Business and tourism leaders report strong crowds and successful local campaigns, including expansion of the state’s “troll trail.” As this week’s cover story reports, at least some of the credit goes to the advance planning of state and local tourism leaders.

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