How Brand USA Promotes
Tennessee
Advancing the growth of legitimate inbound travel to strengthen the U.S. economy, bolster exports, and create quality jobs.
Economic Impact from Travel and Tourism
International travel to Tennessee boosts spending in the
state’s travel and tourism sector, supports job growth, and
increases economic activity. – Source: Tourism Economics
State Jobs Supported
Travel Spending
Tax Receipts
Through Cooperative Marketing
Tennessee destinations participated in Brand USA programs to engage key international markets and drive bookings.
- Australia/New Zealand
- Canada
- France
- Germany
- India
- Ireland
- Norway
- Netherlands
- United Kingdom
Through Media and Digital Engagement
Brand USA featured Tennessee experiences through:
Social Media Features
Stories
Hosted Media Trips
Brand USA Partners With 10 Organizations In Tennessee
- Chattanooga CVB
- Graceland – The Home of Elvis Presley
- Memphis CVB
- My Pigeon Forge
- Sevierville CVB
- Tennessee DoTD
- Visit Franklin
- Visit Gatlinburg
- Visit Knoxville
- Visit Music City
Travel Trade Engagement
Brand USA partners with international tour operators and travel advisors to expand offerings, promote new experiences, and train sales teams to drive bookings to communities across the country.
– Source: The National Travel and Tourism Office
International Travelers Use a Travel Advisor
Sales Missions & Trade Shows
Brand USA partners with international tour operators and travel advisors to expand offerings, promote new experiences, and train sales teams to drive bookings to communities across the country.
- Australia & New Zealand B2B Day
- Brand USA Travel Week (UK and Europe)
- Canada Connect (East and West)
- Chile and Argentina Sales Mission
- IMEX Frankfurt
- Japan Korea Sales Mission
- Japan Sales Mission
- The Great USA Road Trip Australia
Destination Immersions
Destination Immersions brings international tour operators to the U.S. to experience destinations and create new itineraries. Tennessee was featured in several of these programs.
2024 Destination Immersions:
- Japan – Nashville, Memphis
2025 Destination Immersions:
- United Kingdom-Ireland – Nashville

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