The official tourism promotion agency for the county, Visit Bucks County, is getting ready to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week with two exciting events.
The week, which will be held nationally from May 2 until May 10, will take place locally in response to a celebration of the county’s thriving tourism and hospitality industry, according to organizers.
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Visit Bucks County has planned two separate events for the public in celebration. On Wednesday May 6, all are invited to enjoy a free kids ice cream at Uncle Dave’s Homemade Ice Cream at Shady Brook Farm from 4 to 7 p.m.
The week-long celebration will conclude on Friday May 8 with free breakfast and coffee from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Bensalem at the Bucks County Visitor Center. Visitors of the event will also have the chance to win tickets and discounts to area attractions and restaurants.
According to Tourism Economics and Visit Philadelphia, visitor spending in Bucks County generates $895 million and $122 million for federal, state and local taxes. Tourism in Bucks County, has also helped to support 11,670 local jobs.
