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Right now life is better inside, for everyone. But when the time is right, it will be time to get back outside and travel. And that will be a good day because there is a whole lot of Texas to discover. Once the COVID-19 epidemic is behind us, we are all looking forward to checking […] Read More

TxDOT’s Travel Information Division has selected tourism industry veteran Mark Thompson as the winner of the 2020 Gene Phillips Hospitality Award. This award was to be presented by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) at ceremonies held during the annual Texas Travel Counselors Conference in Grapevine this April, but the conference has been postponed until […] Read More

Updated:4/08/20 at 10:35 a.m. Easter this year will be very different for everyone in our community, but these Plano restaurants want to help your family celebrate the best way possible. Support local restaurants and let them handle the cooking! Restaurant Easter Offerings Benedict’s Restaurant Services: take-out, curbside Promotion: brunch family pack- eggs, hash browns, pancakes, […] Read More

Updated: 05/22/2020 Plano parks, playgrounds, open space, and trails are currently open for use. The City of Plano wants you to continue reaping the benefits of our 85 award-winning parks and nature preserves. But it’s going to take a little help and cooperation from everyone. As you may be aware, some North Texas cities are […] Read More

Updated: 04/13/2020 During this coronavirus outbreak, many Plano hotels are offering special nightly and daily rates perfect for those needing an extra place to stay or for those that need a quiet and safe place to work away from the house. Check out these offers below from Plano hotels. Plano Hotel COVID Crisis Specials Please […] Read More

Updated: 06/29/2020 As Plano retailers close their doors temporarily to in-store shopping amid the Coronavirus crisis, many retailers are encouraging online shopping. Though we are social distancing and self-quarantining our families, we still urge our community to shop smart and support our local retailers. They need our support now more than ever.  On April 17, […] Read More

Updated: 05/12/2020 We know most people are home-bound during this Coronavirus epidemic, so we wanted to help ease the boredom by providing a list of ideas of things to do during this unfortunate time. Virtual Opportunities Plano Online Find your weekly Plano Online Guide here. Here you will find a calendar of weekly virtual opportunities […] Read More

In support of our restaurant community during these unprecedented times, we would like to encourage our Plano community to help support our local restaurant industry on Tuesday, March 24 for The Great American Takeout by ordering meals to-go from your favorite places. Many Plano restaurants are still offering takeout, delivery (via restaurant staff or a […] Read More

Visit Plano is excited toannounce the appointment of Alysha Carse as its new Sports Sales Manager. Carse brings to Visit Plano a strong background in sports management and an extensive knowledge of the  local sports and hospitality landscape. Most recently, she served as Catering Sales Executive  at the Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel. […] Read More

Digital Marketing and Public Relations Efforts Garner Gold, Silver In Prestigious Travel Industry Competition. Visit Plano took home double honors at the 63rd annual Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Adrian Awards gala Jan. 21, 2020 in New York City. The internationally renowned awards competition honors creativity and best practices in hospitality, travel and […] Read More

Mark Thompson, Executive Director of Visit Plano, received the Texas Association of Convention and Visitor Bureau’s (TACVB) prestigious Marion Szurek Legacy Award at the organization’s recent annual conference and awards luncheon in Denton, Texas. Visit Plano also brought home first place in Tourism Promotion for its Plano Insiders blog, first place in Local Awareness for […] Read More

Updated: 03/30/2020 Are you ready for Real ID? On October 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security will implement the final phase of REAL ID enforcement, requiring Americans to present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of authenticated ID to go through airport security checkpoints. UPDATE: The Trump administration decided on […] Read More

Plano is home to a new mixed-use $300 million redevelopment by Regent Properties featuring new office space, retail, conference facilities, additional parking, and apartments. This vibrant walkable mixed-use campus off U.S. 75 and Legacy Drive has already brought in a diversified tenancy with companies like Samsung, Peloton, Roland Technology Group, and Transwestern. Spaces, an international co-working company, […] Read More

There’s a new dog in town and it’s pawesome! K9 Cinemas popped-up quietly during the holidays, but it didn’t take but a few hours for the media to catch on like wildfire! From big name publications like Forbes,  Time Magazine and Southern Living to popular websites like Bustle and Scary Mommy, another Plano story is making […] Read More

Visit Plano is extremely proud to have received the James Farrell Award of Excellence presented by USA Softball for hosting two of their highest rated championships, the 2018 USA Softball 16-U GOLD Nationals and the 2018 USA Softball 18-U GOLD Nationals last July. Plano is excited to again host two of the most prominent tournaments in Junior […] Read More

The Plano Event Center could have a new 4-star neighbor by the spring of 2020, adding a key partner to the popular meeting and events venue. At their June 25 meeting, the Plano City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a lease agreement with Tirgo, LLC for approximately 5 acres of land adjacent […] Read More

Visit Plano has been named the Best Convention & Visitors Bureau by Texas Meetings & Events magazine. The publication annually puts on the Best Of Reader’s Choice Awards and asks readers to vote for their top picks in various categories from meeting and event venues to caterers and audio-visual providers.  Other Plano Winners Plano Event Center, Plano’s […] Read More

Updated: 9/8/2023 Legacy Hall, one of the nation’s largest and most unique food halls is dedicated to serving the best-of food trends prepared by premier chefs and local artisans. The three-story, 55,000-square-foot European-style food hall, brewery and live music and entertainment venue is now open in Plano’s acclaimed Legacy West development and was named USA Today’s […] Read More

Visit Plano is proud to announce Plano, Texas has won the bid to host the USA Softball 2018 18U and 16U Gold Nationals July 15-21, 2018 at Heritage Yards. These are two of the most prominent tournaments in Junior Olympic (JO) Championship Play. Returning to Texas for the first time since 1995, the 16-Under GOLD and […] Read More

We are moving! Beginning August 24, 2017, the Visit Plano team will be located in the new Legacy West development behind J. Crew which is across from the beautiful water feature in the middle of Windrose Avenue. This space will allow us to be even more connected with the Plano community while continuing to offer […] Read More