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Hotels
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Calendar of Events
Looking for an event to attend? Our calendar of events will give you many options to choose from.More Info
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Attractions
In Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley it's easy to find fabulous gardens, fountains,…More Info
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Golf
Our picturesque golf courses feature exciting layouts and fantastic conditions you're sure to love.More Info
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Sports and Recreation
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Shopping
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Restaurants
Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley offers a wonderful selection of entrees to suit every…More Info
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Specialized Services
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Special Offers
Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley has special offers just for you, your friends and…More Info
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Area Overview
Whatever the season, our area is jam-packed with wonderful things to do!More Info
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Request Visitors Guide
Our Free Visitors Guide contains hotels, restaurants, activities and much more!More Info
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Transportation
Check out our transportation discounts as well as many of our transportation providers.More Info
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Relocation
New Castle County, Delaware is a great place to visit -- an even better place to call home.More Info
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Where in WilmINgton?
Educational YouTube videos about area attractions and landmarks.More Info
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Getaway Packages
One day just isn't enough! With so much to do in Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley, our…More Info
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Meeting & Event Planners
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Meeting Planner RFP
Submit an online RFP to quickly reach our hotels, attractions and service providers that are the…More Info
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Facilities and Hotels
Small boardrooms to state-of-the art facilities that accommodate 1,600 attendees means finding the…More Info
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Delaware Green Hotels
Find out which of our hotels are reducing, reusing, recyling and implementing pollution prevention…More Info
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Transportation
View our $20,000 transportation assistance program as well as other available discounts.More Info
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Testimonials
Look at what they are saying about us. We have a number of testimonials available from previous…More Info
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Reunions
We can save you time and money. Use the Request for Proposal Form or call (800) 489-6664 or (302)…More Info
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Weddings
We can save you time and money. Use the Request for Proposal Form or call (800) 489-6664 or (302)…More Info
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Local Meeting Planners
Use one of our knowledgeable local meeting planners to work with you to create seamless upcoming…More Info
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Specialized Services
Need a printing or A/V company, florist, photographer… or even a babysitter?More Info
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Group Tours & Sport Planning
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Group Tour
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Sport Planning
From amateur events to international championships, Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley…More Info
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Transportation Incentive
More InfoView our $20,000 transportation assistance program as well as other available discounts.
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Press & Media
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Press Releases
Current and archieved press releases produced by GWCVB.More Info
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Story Ideas
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Facts Sheet
Quick Facts about Greater Wilmington, Delaware.More Info
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Area Overview
Located halfway between Washington, D.C., and New York City, Wilmington, Delaware, was founded,…More Info
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Photo Gallery
Photo Requests - High-resolution photographs available for editoral use.More Info
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Regional Events
Plan your visit around one of these major events Please call venue or check Website for…More Info
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Request a Press Kit
Request Press Kit - Use this Media Request Form to obatin a print copy of our Press Kit.More Info
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Press Trip Request
More InfoThe Wilmington, DE Visitors Bureau is pleased to assist journalists who are researching and developing features for articles, books, broadcasts and…
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Members
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Membership Benefits
Over two million people visit New Castle County annually. Even more visited the entire Greater…More Info
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Membership Dues
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Member Application
Join now - Become a member and help grow your business.More Info
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Window Display Info
Opportunities to create a window display at our Downtown Wilmington Visitor Center to promote your…More Info
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GWCVB Logos
Do you need our logo? We have multiple formats for various applications.More Info
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Member Directory
A listing of all GWCVB Members.More Info
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Member Events
Upcoming events for GWCVB Members.More Info
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Member Portal
More InfoYou will need a user name and password to access this area of the Web site. If this has not already been set up for you, contact Kristen Muldoon at…
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Staff Directory
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Relocation
New Castle County, Delaware is a great place to visit -- an even better place to call home.More Info
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Board of Directors
Board of Directors meets to review and approve proposed programs, goals and objectives.More Info
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Mission Statement for the GWCVB
The Greater Wilmington Convention & Visitors Bureau is a non-profit organization founded in 1978, chartered by the Governor of Delaware, the New Castle County Executive and the Mayor of Wilmington. Its mission is to serve as the community's customer-focused destination marketing organization, generating economic growth through leisure travel and meetings development by aggressively marketing attractions, facilities, amenities and services for visitors.
As a result, the GWCVB seeks to produce higher volumes of visitors, visitor spending, and tax revenues, to generate and sustain jobs and to enhance the quality of life for our residents.
The GWCVB is governed by a board of 27 members - seven appointed by the Governor of Delaware, seven by the New Castle County Executive and seven by the Mayor of the City of Wilmington. These 21 elect six. The Director of Delaware Tourism and the Executive Director are ex officio members of the Board.
The GWCVB operates the Downtown Visitors Center located at:
Wilmington, DE 19801
Hours of operation - Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (excluding holidays).
Staff
Sarah Willoughby, CTP, CTIS
Executive Director
(302) 295-2216
SWilloughby@wilmcvb.org
Esther Lovlie, CMP
Director of Sales and Marketing, Meetings, Events, Group Tours
(302) 295-2213
ELovlie@wilmcvb.org
Lyn Lewis
Director of Communications
(302) 295-2212
LynLewis@wilmcvb.org
Linda McKay
Director of Membership
(302) 295-2215
LMcKay@wilmcvb.org
Rose Roberts
Director of Visitor Relations
(302) 295-2224
Roser@wilmcvb.org
Mary Simpson
Director of Finance and Administration
(302) 295-2214
MSimpson@wilmcvb.org
Kristen Muldoon
Web Manager
(302) 295-2217
KMuldoon@wilmcvb.org
Ella V. McDougall
Receptionist
(302) 295-2223
Evw@wilmcvb.org
James Julia
Marketing Assistant
(302) 295-2211
jjulia@wilmcvb.org
Relax & Enjoy
Sports & Recreation
Come enjoy some of Greater Wilmington's best outdoor adventures. Spend a relaxing afternoon tubing, canoeing or kayaking down the scenic Brandywine River. Explore miles of serene hiking, biking and horseback riding on trails that loop through the lush Brandywine countryside. Bike our Scenic Byways and Greenways; some roads even have bike lanes.
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Wine & Dine
Wilmington Restaurants
The choice is yours when it comes to dining. Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley offers a wonderful selection of entrees to suit every taste and budget. Select an elegant four-star restaurant, a neighborhood cafe specializing in ethnic fare or relax in the friendly, informal atmosphere characteristic of our breweries and taverns.
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