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SOUTHWEST SHOWCASE TAKES PLACE IN AUSTIN
Nina Eastman attended the annual Southwest Showcase in Austin on Jan. 26th along with several partners (including Rockin’ R, Courtyard by Marriott River Village, Texas Ski Ranch and Natural Bridge Caverns). This show is attended by large numbers of meeting planners for association and corporate groups. There seemed to be lots of interest in the civic/convention center and in all that New Braunfels has to offer.
DECEMBER VOLUNTEER TOUR AT GRUENE HOMESTEAD INN
The visitor counselors at the Highway Visitor Center were treated to a delicious breakfast by the Miles family, owners of Gruene Homestead Inn. After our bellies were full we were escorted around the entire facility by Ed & Billie Miles. Everyone remarked about how lovely the facility was and how much care and creativity went in to the décor of each and every room. All agreed this was a great experience to see everything that the Gruene Homestead Inn, as well as Tavern on Gruene have to offer. A special Thank-you to Ed, Billie, their sons and Donna for allowing us to see and experience their wonderful hospitality.
TEXAS CRIME STOPPERS CONFERENCE HELD OCT. 23-26
Nina Eastman attended the Texas Crime Stoppers Conference in McAllen October 23-26 along with several board members of the Comal County Crime Stoppers organization. New Braunfels has been selected as the host city for this groups’ state convention in October, 2013, bringing 400+ attendees from across Texas for 3 nights!
VOLUNTEERS TOUR RED ROOSTER CAFE & ANTIQUE CO.
On Thursday, October 13th the visitor counselors at the New 
Highway Visitor Center were treated to a breakfast and tour of the Red Rooster.Executive Chef Bruce Pike prepared a mouth watering buffetthat was a definite delight to 40 plus volunteers who attended. Dianne Pike hosted the affair with an explanation of all of the many different venues the Red Rooster has to offer. A definite “thumbs-up” to the regal treatment that was bestowed upon all of the visitor counselors.
NEW BRAUNFELS “SPIELGOLF”TO REPLACE GOLF FEST
Spielgolf? Translation..Play Golf New Braunfels! This is the new Chamber golf tournament that will be held April 27-28, 2012, replacing the Central Texas Men’s Invitational Golf Fest. The event will feature River Crossing, Landa, and the Bandit. The opening event will take place Thursday evening April 26 at Gruene Hall. There will be prize money for each flight as well as day money on Saturday. Mark your calendars golfers!
CLICK TO SUCCESSFUL CALENDAR OF EVENT SUBMISSIONS
Don’t forget to load your 2012 calendar of events. Please access the link at http://newbraunfelstxcoc.weblinkconnect.com/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPages/WCEvents/eventsubmission.aspx . Please submit your events as early as possible. The CVB uses this calendar to print the Calendar of Events brochure as well as to pitch media stories that receive wide distribution. Get noticed!
THE WORLD’S LONGEST WATERPARK RIDE ROARS TO LIFE!
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark will unveil the the largest development in almost 15 years with the addition of a new area called Tubenbach on Thursday, August 4th! The new Tubenbach area will feature attractions such as The Falls, Deluge Whirlpool River, Boogie Bay Heated Pool, and the Butterfly Bayou Kids Area. Please visit www.schlitterbahn.com for more information!
ANNUAL CONVENTION TOPS 1,000 ATTENDEES
Judy Young, CVB Director, attended the DMAI Annual Convention in New Orleans July 18-22. More than 1,000 individuals, from 10 countries, congregated in New Orleans for the convention. In attendance were more than 710 DMO pros, educators, students, and industry partners from over 274 destinations.
In addition, more than 300 individual exhibitors and sponsors participated in the convention, with over 90 DMO industry providers being featured on a nearly sold out trade show floor (the only trade show dedicated to serving the DMO community).
LINDHEIMER, PHOENIX, COSTUMES - ACTION!
The CVB began shooting for the much anticipated Cultural Heritage video tour.This follows the meeting to finish up the new Cultural Heritage brochure. The CVB shot at the Lindheimer mural, the Lindheimer Home, Conservation Plaza and the Phoenix Saloon. You will be able to access online and on any smart phone or pad device.They will be short, interesting, and informative. 
CLICK TO SUCCESSFUL CALENDAR OF EVENT SUBMISSIONS
It’s that time of year again where your Chamber’s CVB can load your 2012 calendar of events. Please access the link at http://newbraunfelstxcoc.weblinkconnect.com/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPages/WCEvents/eventsubmission.aspx . Please submit your events as early as possible. The CVB uses this calendar to print the Calendar of Events brochure as well as to pitch media stories that receive wide distribution. Get noticed!
NEW BRAUNFELS CYCLING TEAM
BREWERIES, DISTILLERIES & SALOONS
Yes, these are integral to our Cultural Heritage. As our research continues on cultural heritage in New Braunfels, we recently discovered via a meticulous private collection, that there were indeed 15 plus saloons in downtown New Braunfels and upwards of 30 plus named establishments over a 20 year period. These were part of the social fabric of the lives of our industrious founders that had an incredibly diligent work ethic and equally matched philosophy of rewarding that hard work. Interesting that we found documentation that New Braunfels had the first female Brew Master in Texas – Mrs. Guenther who took over when her husband suddenly passed away. Here’s to more culture – Cheers!
MEMORIAL DAY - OFFICIAL KICK-OFF TO SUMMER
As we approach the official kick off to summer this memorial day we are trending toward a great season. While river flows are challenging this season the entire southwestern U.S. is facing the same water woes; however, we still have more water recreation than anywhere else in Texas. We encourage all inquiries about river activities to be referred to river outfitters as they know what is the most accessible part of the rivers to enjoy on any given day. Water recreation opportunities will be expanded when Schlitterbahn’s Tubenbach ride is completed later this summer. Texas Ski Ranch has a “Little Bro” lake that has been added to help the younger kids in their quest to learn to wakeboard without a boat. Landa Park’s Aquatic Complex is open and providing fun for generations of Texans. All of our attractions in the area are open, staffed up, and ready to rock the Summer of 2011.
COLLABORATE MARKETPLACE TAKES PLACE IN HOUSTON
Nina Eastman attended Collaborate Marketplace in Houston May 3-6 as part of Team Texas. She had 22 one-on-one appointments with corporate meeting planners from across the nation. Many of these planners were surprised at how much New Braunfels has to offer and have requested more information be sent in order to be considered for upcoming conferences, conventions and board retreats.
40TH ANNUAL CENTRAL TEXAS GOLF FEST
Pictured are the winners of the Central Texas Golf Fest Men’s Invitational held April 15-17. Carl Myers and Justin Engel too
k home the win followed closely by Reagan Overall and Corey Brooke.
VISITOR COUNSELORS TOUR WINDGATE BY WINDHAM
The Visitor Counselors of the New Braunfels Highway Visitor Center were treated to a tour of the Wingate by Wyndham on Tuesday April 12th. Their hosts surprised them with a great breakfast and a delightful tour of the Wingate facilities.