DES MOINES — Iowa will use $100 million of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to launch Destination Iowa, an investment in “transformational, shovel-ready attractions.” “Communities in all corners ...

IOWA CITY — Events and initiatives that encourage economic activity in Iowa City could get a financial boost through a new grant program funded by pandemic relief dollars. The city of Iowa City is ...

The Iowa State Fair is one of Iowa's top tourist draws. (Radio Iowa photo) A report from the Iowa Tourism Office finds visitors spent $7.3-billion dollars in Iowa during 2023, a new all-time record.

Iowa may be best known for its sweeping farmlands, but the state also has lots of hidden gems and unique attractions for families to visit. While it may not be at the top of your travel bucket list, ...

The excursions on The Queen II boat have been canceled due to a submerged dock near Arnolds Park Amusement Park. Officials hope to bring back cruises toward the end of July. Tourism officials and ...

The Iowa Tourism Office is going back in time hoping to generate some future business. Tourism Office spokesperson, Jessica O’Riley explains the premise of the annual marketing campaign. “For out ...

DES MOINES | Gov. Terry Branstad joined state tourism officials Monday in touting Iowa as a vacation destination even though he admitted he'll be leaving later this week for a family getaway in ...

Patrick Acton poses with his matchstick recreation of the International Space Station. Much of Acton's artwork is on display in Gladbrook. Maybe your parents took you to the American Gothic House in ...

A multimillion-dollar investment has been announced to help Iowa become a more attractive destination. Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Wednesday that $100 million is being invested in the Destination Iowa ...

Tourism-related expenditures in Iowa in 2015 totaled $8.06 billion, according to a new study from the U.S. Travel Association. This marks the second consecutive year expenditures have topped the $8 ...