2015 Looks To Be Another Good Year For Wyoming Tourism


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With revenues plummeting in Wyoming's mining industry, the state is focusing on tourism to generate new tax dollars.
This year looks to be a "banner year" for Wyoming's tourism industry, providing good fiscal news to a state looking at severe drops in revenue because of the downturn in minerals extraction, a state tourism official said. Diane Shober, executive director of the state Office of Tourism, said Thursday that the final numbers on Wyoming's 2015 tourism are still being compiled, but an improved national economy, increased travelers, lower gasoline prices and well-executed marketing efforts give her reason for optimism. Yellowstone and G