This planning initiative is offered to county leaders and tourism partners in rural counties to assist in the creation of planning documents to guide tourism efforts. The work sessions offer a guided discussion focused on tourism marketing and development opportunities, and includes follow-up planning documents and materials, as well as ongoing support.
To learn more or to schedule a meeting, email Jenni.Veal@tn.gov.

This educational training program offers rural partners the opportunity to conduct a Google audit analysis for tourism assets in their community. Hands-on training is provided to enhance Google listings and photography, with the goal of increasing visitation through data accuracy and completeness through Google. 

The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development is pleased to announce the launch of the Rural Itinerary Program. Helping sculpt a visitor’s experience can be challenging, and TDTD has continuously heard that there is a need for such assistance services in rural areas. 

The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development is pleased to announce the launch of the Rural Video and Photography Asset Program. Capturing quality video and photography assets can be time consuming and expensive. TDTD has continuously heard that there is a need for these services in rural areas. This technical assistance program offers rural partners the opportunity to gain a collection of photography and video assets to be used for tourism marketing efforts.