National Travel and Tourism Week is the U.S. travel industry’s annual tradition of recognizing the essential role travel plays in powering our economy, strengthening communities and connecting America.
During National Travel & Tourism Week (NTTW) each year, our organization shares the economic impact of Cabarrus County’s tourism industry including:
- How many jobs are supported by the travel industry
- How much money is spent in our community by outside visitors, supporting local businesses
- Tax revenue generated from visitor spending, representing a tax saving for residents
From May 9–15, 2027, industry leaders, destinations and advocates across the country will come together to elevate travel’s impact and tell its story in every corner of America.
Learn more and help share the impact and importance of travel with the fact sheets available below.
History of NTTW
The first full week of May is annually recognized as National Travel & Tourism Week, a tradition first celebrated in 1984. Localized events are presented in cities, states and travel businesses nationwide to champion the power of travel. It was established as National Tourism Week when the U.S. Congress passed a joint resolution in 1983 designating the week to be celebrated in May. In a White House ceremony, President Ronald Reagan signed a Presidential Proclamation urging citizens to observe the week with “the appropriate ceremonies and activities.”
Since its establishment, the U.S. travel community has collectively marked the event in a number of creative ways, from staging local rallies and conducting media outreach to securing proclamations and resolutions from local legislative bodies.