Heritage tourism is not only one of the fastest-growing segments of the tourism industry. Tourism is big business for Ohio; in Appalachian Ohio alone, for instance, it accounts for a direct economic impact exceeding $600 million annually. Increasingly, the marketing of historic and cultural attractions in Ohio has also led the state in the move toward experiential tourism - enhancing visitor experiences through the creation of multi-sensory ways to communicate stories of a given Ohio place.
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We are also now bringing you regular updates from BuckeyeLine, which covers news from the Ohio Division of Tourism. Although geared primarily to tourism industry professionals, BuckeyeLine also provides insights into opportunities for local heritage tourism efforts.