Sunriver, Ore. – After a record breaking July that saw 3,981 visitors stop by the new facility in the Village at Sunriver, more than 4,000 people stopped by in August to grab informational brochures and to talk with Central Oregon Visitors Association staff about events, activities and more. Overall, the Visitor Information Center has welcomed nearly 17,000 guests since the doors opened in early January.
*95 percent of the guests COVA staff interacted with last month were from outside Central Oregon.
“We knew having a presence in the Village at Sunriver would put us front and center with thousands of visitors looking for the best places to eat, play and stay in Central Oregon,” said COVA CEO Alana Hughson. “And we’re thrilled to be able to connect so many people with our business members and industry partners.”
Hughson said it’s been hard not to get swept up in the summer vacation vibe down at The Village.
“The fun, festive atmosphere in The Village has been contagious for the COVA staff members who have been energized by guests truly excited to be vacationing in Central Oregon,” she said. “We’ve not only enjoyed passing along vacation ideas, but hearing from visitors who return to tell us about their Central Oregon adventures.”
With a few weeks left before the official end of summer, Hughson expects a surge of last-minute vacationers to take advantage of Central Oregon’s amazing September weather.
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