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Today is Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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  • Essential Pittsburgh
    • Taste Of Our TownTaste Of Our TownEat local! Farmers markets, CSAs, and food reviews from TABLE magazine.
    • Family FunFamily FunMuseums, rollercoasters, riverboats, children's theater, family dining and more.
    • Spectator SportsSpectator SportsHome of Super Bowl champs the Steelers, the city offers plenty of games and events.
    • History + HeritageHistory + HeritagePittsburgh's history, from the Gateway to the West to a center of industry.
    • Underground RailroadUnderground RailroadWestern PA played a central role in this important piece of American history.
    • OutdoorsOutdoorsOutdoor sports, parks, backpacking, hiking, cycling, boating and more in Southwest Pennsylvania.
    • Golf in Western PAGolf in Western PAThe region boasts 8 courses rated an 'outstanding' 4 of 5 stars by Golf Digest.
    • ArchitectureArchitecturePittsburgh's world-class wonders, including Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater.
    • Visual ArtsVisual ArtsThe Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art, public art displays and more.
    • Performing ArtsPerforming ArtsMusicals, Theater, Opera, the Pittsburgh Symphony, Jazz, Banjos.
    • NeighborhoodsNeighborhoodsExplore Pittsburgh's 89 distinctive and ethnically diverse neighborhoods.
  • Visitors + Residents
    • Get Here + Get GoingGet Here + Get GoingFuel your great road trip with free gas from GetGo and Giant Eagle.
    • Great GetawaysGreat GetawaysCreate your own Getaway by choosing a hotel and discounted attraction tickets.
    • Pittsburgh 250Pittsburgh 250Find out what's happening this year for Pitsburgh's 250th anniversary.
    • ReunionsReunionsGather together in Pittsburgh for your best reunion ever!
    • Festivals 2008Festivals 2008World-class film, art, music and cultural festivals hapening year-round.
    • KennywoodKennywoodAmerica's finest traditional amusement park, and a national historic landmark.
    • Parent'HoodParent'HoodDiscover Pittsburgh's family-friendly North Shore.
    • Dinos!Dinos!T. rex is back at Dinos In Their Time at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History.
    • Pittsburgh PodcastsPittsburgh PodcastsTake a walking tour of Pittsburgh with these great podcasts from MoGoes.
    • Art SceneArt SceneCutting-edge art happening in and around Pittsburgh
    • Pittsburgh International Festival of FirstsPittsburgh International Festival of FirstsA 16-day performing and visual arts festival.
  • Meeting Planners
    • David L. Lawrence Convention CenterDavid L. Lawrence Convention Center1.5 million sq.ft. of state-of-the-art space in the heart of Downtown.
    • AccommodationsAccommodationsInformation about Downtown hotels, and numbers of committable rooms.
    • Things To DoThings To DoWhere to eat, how to have fun, and more.
    • Off-Site FacilitiesOff-Site FacilitiesUnique facilities for your reception.
    • Location + AccessibilityLocation + AccessibilityPittsburgh is within 500 miles of 50% of the North American population.
    • Getting Around TownGetting Around TownInformation on travel to Pittsburgh, and tips for navigating the city.
    • Convention ServicesConvention ServicesService suppliers, program planning, facilities, housing and more.
    • Sales TerritoriesSales TerritoriesContact information for VisitPittsburgh's Convention Sales staff.
    • Bring It HomeBring It HomeInvite your organization to bring its convention home to Pittsburgh.
    • Request For ProposalRequest For ProposalFill out this form to get started with planning your meeting in Pittsburgh.
    • Supplier DirectorySupplier DirectoryListings of all of our service suppliers, business, convention and transportation.
    • Meeting Planner Guide (PDF)Meeting Planner Guide (PDF)An introduction to the Southwestern Pennsylvania region.
    • Convention Center Guide (PDF)Convention Center Guide (PDF)Information and stats for meeting planners.
  • Travel Trade
    • Suggested ItinerariesSuggested ItinerariesThese sample itineraries are a taste of the best the city has to offer.
    • Planning ServicesPlanning ServicesWe have a multitude of services to help you plan the most entertaining tour possible.
    • Group TransportationGroup TransportationIn need of a motorcoach? Let our partners help you out.
    • ReceptivesReceptivesYour guide to local receptives who will help you plan your perfect tour.
    • Group Tour StaffGroup Tour StaffOur helpful staff is here to assist you. Find out who to contact to meet your specific needs.
    • AffiliationsAffiliationsVisitPittsburgh is a proud member of these travel trade organizations.
    • International InformationInternational InformationInformation on Pittsburgh in a variety of languages.
  • News Room
    • 2008 Press Tour Schedule2008 Press Tour ScheduleVisitPittsburgh cordially invites you to experience Pittsburgh first-hand.
    • Online Press KitOnline Press KitA resource for journalists interested in writing about the Pittsburgh region.
    • Request A Press KitRequest A Press KitUse this Media Request Form to obtain a print copy of our Press Kit.
    • News ReleasesNews ReleasesCurrent and archived press releases produced by VisitPittsburgh.
    • Photo RequestsPhoto RequestsDozens of high-resolution photographs available for editorial use.
    • Clip BookClip BookFind out what writers at national and international publications have been saying about our city.
    • Visitation GuidelinesVisitation GuidelinesImportant background for members of the press who are planning a trip to Pittsburgh.
    • Marketing + Communications StaffMarketing + Communications StaffWho we are and what we do.
  • Partners
    • Partnership InformationPartnership InformationLearn how Partnership with VisitPittsburgh is an investment in your future.
    • Why Join?Why Join?More business. More leads. More exposure. More ways to profit from millions of visitors.
    • Join NowJoin NowBecome a Partner at VisitPittsburgh and help grow your business.
    • Power of TourismPower of TourismYour partnership helps us increase area tourism, and gives you access to exclusive growth tools.
    • Partner BenefitsPartner BenefitsVisitPittsburgh can help you to capitalize on the $3.06 billion tourism market.
    • TestimonialsTestimonialsHear what our Partners have to say about us.
    • Partner DirectoryPartner DirectoryA listing of all of VisitPittsburgh's partners.
    • Partner EventsPartner EventsUpcoming events for VisitPittsburgh partners.
    • Partner LoginCurrent partners login to get the latest Convention Calendar.
  • Countryside
    • The CountiesThe CountiesLearn about the counties of Pittsburgh + It's Countryside.
    • Countryside ItinerariesCountryside ItinerariesSuggestions for how to spend your time in the Countryside.
    • Western PA WineriesWestern PA WineriesWith its varied climate, the region is well suited to a wide range of grape varieties.
    • Covered BridgesCovered Bridges47 traditional covered bridges remain standing in Southwest Pennsylvania.
    • AntiquesAntiquesPeruse pieces of history and objects of art across the region.
    • Bed + Breakfast InnsBed + Breakfast InnsExperience the Countryside first-hand at one of the region's many B+Bs.
    • TrailsTrailsThe region's unique mix of steep hills and flat riverbeds makes it great for hiking and biking.
    • Countryside FestivalsCountryside FestivalsFarm shows, arts festivals, cultural fairs, folk festivals and more.
    • Amish HeritageAmish HeritageThere are several large Amish populations in southwestern Pennsylvania, with lots to offer.
    • Countryside History + HeritageCountryside History + HeritageExplore the nation-building history of Southwest Pennsylvania.
  • Relocation
    • Personal RelocationPersonal RelocationEverything you need to know about relocating to America's Most Livable City.
    • Commercial RelocationCommercial RelocationJoin Google, Seagate, RAND and a host of others that have come to Pittsburgh.
    • Relocation ServicesRelocation ServicesMoving and storage companies, utilities and other relocation services.
    • EducationEducationColleges, universities, trade schools and local public + private education.
    • Downtown LivingDowntown LivingCondos, shopping, Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, downtown transportation.
    • Community AmenitiesCommunity AmenitiesHospitals, media, places of worship, transportation.
    • Quality of LifeQuality of LifeArts + Culture, Family Fun, Outdoor Adventure, History + Heritage.
    • Relocation DirectoryRelocation DirectoryDirectory of VisitPittsburgh Partners specializing in relocation services.
    • Send Me InformationSend Me InformationSign-up and receive information from our relocation partners.
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Affiliations

VisitPittsburgh proudly holds membership in and supports the following travel trade organizations:

  • Africa Travel Association
  • American Bus Association
  • BankTravel
  • Destination Marketing Association International
  • Great Lakes of North America
  • Heartland Travel Showcase
  • International Motor Coach Group
  • National Tour Association
  • North Carolina Motorcoach Association
  • Ontario Motor Coach Association
  • Pennsylvania Bus Association
  • Pennsylvania Tourism Office
  • Receptive Services Association of America
  • Student Youth Travel Association
  • Tennessee Motor Coach Association
  • Travel Industry of America
  • Virginia Motorcoach Association

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