Tourism and Hospitality

DENVER – Today, Governor Polis and the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), launched the Colorado Stargazing Trail as part of Colorado Dark Sky Month in June, to guide Coloradans and visitors to experience the night sky at the

DENVER – Today, the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), announced the grand reopening of the Fruita Welcome Center in Fruita, Colorado. The newly renovated center introduces a modern and interactive environment designed to better serve travelers while maintaining

Annual celebration highlights the important role of tourism in Colorado’s communities and economy

DENVER — The Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), is celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) May 3-9, 2026. This year’s theme, “Travel is Essential,”

Investing in Initiatives to Enhance Visitor Experiences Across the State

DENVER – Governor Polis and the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), are pleased to announce the 13 recipients of the 2026 Tourism Management Grant. Organizations from across the

DENVER – The Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), is thrilled to announce that the MICHELIN Guide will officially expand its coverage to the entire state of Colorado. This milestone represents a significant step in recognizing and celebrating the

DENVER – Today, the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) within the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) announced eight new participants of the Destination Development Mentor program, which matches destination management organizations (DMOs) with experienced tourism consultants who can provide expertise, resources, mentorship and capacity building. The program

DENVER — Today, the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), announced 15 new recipients of the Tourism Marketing Grant to enhance tourism marketing initiatives across the state, including Archuleta, Chaffee, Clear Creek, Eagle, Grand, and Rio Grande counties. These

2026 Colorado Governor's Tourism Conference Heading to Breckenridge

COLORADO SPRINGS – Last night, at the Colorado Governor’s Tourism Conference, the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), recognized the 2025 recipients of the Governor’s Awards for Outstanding Colorado Tourism Efforts

DENVER - Governor Polis, Colorado Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), announced today that the State of Colorado is providing funds to keep two visitor centers open at Rocky Mountain National Park