Henderson County Tourism Resources
Hey There!
Henderson County Tourism values its industry partners and looks for ways to help each and every one of us become a mini concierge to our visitors. Each and every one of us has the opportunity, each time we interact with a visitor, to enhance their experience and display the hospitality that our region, town and industry are known for. We call it Gratitude at Altitude, and it is how each and everyone one of us in the Henderson County tourism industry should strive to live. Find contact information for all HCTDA staff here.
Below, this page contains information on the following:
TDA Governance (Legislation & Board Information)
Contact person: Dara Hossley or Michelle Owens
- Henderson County TDA Governance Page — Learn how the Henderson County Tourism Development Authority is legislated and organized, as well as how its Board functions and how to join the Board
Research Conducted by the HCTDA
Contact person: Michelle Owens
- Brand & Market Analysis — Conducted May 2022 by SMARInsights
- Brand Assets Research — Conducted February 2022 by SMARInsights
- Tourism Weather Forecast from STR — Conducted winter 2021-2022 by STR and presented by Jennifer Foster
- Resident Sentiment of Tourism Survey — Conducted September 2021 by SMARInsights
- Henderson County Tourism Research — Conducted March 2021 by Magellan Strategy Group
Accommodation Property Information
Contact person: Julie Hayes
- HCTDA Website Listing Application — Complete this form to have your property added to the HCTDA website
- Henderson County Occupancy Tax Registration Guide — A printable guide to assist accommodations in their registration and collection of occupancy tax
- Henderson County Occupancy Tax Online Registration Form — Register your accommodation online with the Henderson County Finance Department
- Henderson County Occupancy Tax Printable PDF Registration Form — Print your form to register with the Henderson County Finance Department
- Henderson County Occupancy Tax Payment Form — Printable monthly report form to be submitted to the Henderson County Finance Department
- Log in to update your accommodation property’s Room Availability — Account required, please contact Melanie Black to create your account or for assistance; find the Room Availability listings here
Local Networking Opportunities
Contact person: Julie Hayes
- FAM Tour Schedule & Information — 4 times per year, join us on an all-day Partner Familiarization Tour that is open to anyone who works directly with visitors, lunch and all activities are included
- Tourism Conference — Once per year, everyone in the tourism industry comes together to network, learn about new trends, and work to build an even stronger industry
- Partner Events — We host a wide array of events for our partners to network, learn and grow
Contact person: Amy Boswell
The following “Partner Participation Events” offer opportunities for Henderson County Tourism Partners to participate in a series of events that will be marketed by the HCTDA to attract visitors to our area.
- Home For The Holidays — The holiday season is one of the best times of year to visit Hendersonville! Larger, signature holiday events may be included in a printed brochure, but any event submitted by a certain date will be considered for inclusion on the website, printed calendars and PR efforts. Submit your holiday event to us by 10/15/23.Â
- Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend — Every spring, in celebration of the blooming apple trees and the harvest to come, Hendersonville offers Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend. All Henderson County wineries, cideries and restaurants are invited to participate by offering 1 or more special events during the weekend of April 19-21, 2024. To be included in the printed brochure, please submit your event by 01/08/24.Â
Programs & Tools Available To Your Business
Contact person: Julie Hayes or Melanie Black
- Henderson County Partner Program Guide (February 2023 Edition)Â — A guide to all of the programs available to those working in the tourism industry, printed copies available at the Welcome Center
- Tourism Industry Partner Newsletter — Stay up-to-date with everything going on in tourism and the HCTDA with this bi-weekly(ish) newsletter
- Photos — If you are in need of a photo, check out our online Photo Gallery or reach out to Melanie Black; we can’t share all photos (since some have limited licenses with our paid photographers), but others, we are happy to share, provided you credit the HCTDA (when possible)
- Outdoor NC Program Toolkit & Information — Resources for your business to help visitors tread lightly on our outdoor, natural resources
- Visit NC Farm App Update Form — Farms, farm-to-table restaurants, farmers markets, farm-related events — anyone listed on the Visit NC Farms App can update their listing here
- Camp Rewards Card Participation Form — the HCTDA offers a discount card to camp counselors and staff each summer, complete this form to get on the list!
- Henderson County Tourism Partners Facebook Group — Join us on Facebook for industry news, a place to chat and network, and a great community of Henderson County tourism professionals
- VisitHendersonvilleNC.org Website — Contact Melanie Black to have your business listed or to update your current listing
- Online Calendar of Events — You can submit your own event to the online Calendar of Events, which is where we get the info for our weekly calendars that are shared with visitors at the Welcome Center and all hotels, and where we start when making our social media content calendar (please submit events as early as possible, we create the social media content calendar a month in advance)
- Debi Smith Heart for Hospitality Award — Learn amore about this award and nominate someone to receive this award here
Contact person: Melanie Black
- PR, Paid Media & Creative from FY 22-23 — Check out where and how we have advertised Hendersonville and all its assets from July 2022 – June 2023
- NC Welcome Center Rack Card Submission Criteria — Learn how to get your businesses rack card submitted and approved to be displayed in the North Carolina Welcome Centers, located throughout the state
- Partner Marketing Alignment — Align your marketing efforts with the HCTDA’s marketing efforts
- Photos — If you are in need of a photo, check out our online Photo Gallery or reach out to Melanie Black; we can’t share all photos (since some have limited licenses with our paid photographers), but others, we are happy to share, provided you credit the HCTDA (when possible)
HCTDA Grants Program
Contact person: Amy Boswell
- Henderson County TDA Grant Program — Each year, HCTDA offers grant funding to Henderson County tourism-related businesses and projects, learn more about who qualifies, timelines and how to apply here
Welcome Center
Contact Person: Amy Boswell
- 2022 Annual Tourism Report— Get an update from the TDA’s Executive Director, take a look at visitor spending, see advertising & PR highlights, and review some of the wonderful projects funded by the HCTDA Grants Program
- Henderson County TDA Stage Contract and Policy— Find out how to use the stage located in the Hendersonville Welcome Center’s parking lot
- To Volunteer — The Hendersonville Welcome Center is always looking for volunteers
- Henderson County TDA Internship Program — HCTDA offers an internship program to high school and college students, learn more here
- Photograph Submission Disclaimer Form — HCTDA requires this form to be completed for photos submitted to be used on the HCTDA websiteÂ