News Releases
The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions with 2,400 square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts.
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Hotel tax funding promotes events that create overnight stays in Wayne County The Wayne County Tourism Promotion Committee and the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) invite nonprofit organizations and event planners to a free event at The Undercroft at The Settlers Inn in Hawley on January 28, 2026.
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600+ Owners, Investors & Industry Leaders Expected in Poconos The Poconos Short-Term Rental (STR) Conference returns to Kalahari Resorts & Conventions on March 5, 2026, bringing together more than 600…
Feature-rich Poconos Travel Guide Revamping
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FREE guide for Wayne, Pike, Monroe and Carbon counties With an emphasis on more photos, expanded maps and highlighting a patriotic 2026, the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) announces its free travel guide will return in the new year…
Pocono Ski Resorts Opening for Season
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Six resorts celebrating upgrades, milestones Winter is coming, and all six ski resorts in the Pocono Mountains are ready for the season with significant snowmaking upgrades, a major milestone to celebrate at Shawnee and much more.
Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week is Back
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Special menus & deals November 9-14, 2025 Serving up special offers and menus, 20 restaurants across the Poconos are taking part in Taste of the Poconos Restaurant Week from November 9-14, 2025. Back again is a free Restaurant Week guide that includes an interactive map of participating restaurants.
Spotlight on Carbon County’s Panther Valley
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New History Trolley Tour Launches to Celebrate Local Heritage As tourism continues to flourish across the Pocono Mountains, the Panther Valley is stepping into the spotlight as a must-visit destination – rich in history, community spirit, and exciting new experiences.
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Hotel tax revenue supports organizations that drive tourism in Carbon Co. Carbon County Commissioners and the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) are pleased to announce a Carbon County Hotel Tax Disbursement Program Event Wednesday, October 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Blue Mountain Resort.
Landmark Poconos Theater has New Leadership
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Nonprofits aim to enhance arts and cultural destination The historic Sherman Theater in downtown Stroudsburg is entering a new chapter in its legacy as the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) officially assumes management responsibilities.
Poconos Sets Highest Visitor Spend Ever
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Billions generated by tourism, reinforces industry importance New data from a state-level study of tourism’s economic impact shows steady growth and a new record visitor spend for the four-county Poconos region in 2024.
Poconos - Fall Foliage Map Returns for 2025 Season
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Track where and when peak foliage will arrive in Poconos Crisp, autumn air has kicked off one of the year’s best shows in the Poconos: fall foliage season! Fall may officially start later in September but the leaves have started their transition to vibrant colors for what is inevitably a limited engagement.