Nov 27
Explore Seattle Southside Wins 2023 Global Best Design Award
Winners were announced earlier this month during the 9th Annual City Place Nation Global 2023 summit in London, England.
Press Releases
Check out the biggest stories and happenings that showcase the essence of Seattle Southside--all available in the Explore Seattle Southside press room.
Oct 6
Two New Community Leaders Join Board of Directors
Explore Seattle Southside (Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority)—the regional destination marketing organization serving SeaTac, Tukwila, and Des Moines—is welcoming two new members to its Board of Directors.
Sep 29
New Strategic Plan Announced
Explore Seattle Southside (Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority) is announcing the release of its new regional 5-year Strategic Plan.
Sep 7
Celebrating Local Unsung Heroes
Seattle Southside is proud to announce the winners of its 2nd annual Hospitality Heroes Awards Program. Explore Seattle Southside is highlighting how hard-working everyday people make a huge difference in our community…
Aug 18
Explore Seattle Southside Awarded Best Place to Work
Explore Seattle Southside (Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority)—the official regional destination marketing organization for SeaTac, Tukwila, and Des Moines—is honored to be recognized as one of Washington State’s 2023 Best Workplaces by…
Jun 29
Des Moines Ferry Service Cancelled
Press release from the City of Des Moines
Jun 6
Seattle Southside Takes Over Airport Link Light Rail Station
Explore Seattle Southside welcomes everyone passing through the Airport Link Light Rail Station to vibrant, diverse Seattle Southside.
May 18
“Fascinating Tours” Will Tell Our Unique Seattle Southside Stories
D.B Cooper, the Green River Killer, Ted Bundy, Jimmy Hendrix & More! We are thrilled to announce our support for the Highline Heritage Museum in launching its first-ever public tour of the…
Apr 19
Vice President Named 2023 Visionary
Meagan McGuire, CDME Honored with Prestigious Award
Apr 17
Explore Seattle Southside Shows Off Its Swagger
With Fresh Brand Update and Cheeky Ad Campaign
Nov 30, 2022
Set Fire to 2022: 1st Annual Des Moines Burning Boat Festival
Explore Seattle Southside Invites Locals & Visitors to Ignite the Night at the 1st Annual Des Moines Burning Boat Festival.
Oct 6, 2022
Explore Seattle Southside Launches Winter Campaign
Explore Seattle Southside Invites Local Hosts and Leisure Travelers to Let Us Do the Heavy Lifting this Holiday Season. Stay in Seattle Southside to Make the Holidays Even More Wonderful
Aug 31, 2022
Seattle Southside RTA Welcomes Cydney Marks-Nicholes as Sports Business Development Manager
Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority is excited to announce the hiring of Cydney Marks-Nicholes as their new Sports Business Development Manager. Cydney grew up in Seattle, but left to attend Boston University…
Aug 4, 2022
Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority Celebrates Hospitality Heroes
Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear an apron, others wear a polo shirt, and some have chef’s hats. We name our Hospitality Heroes for 2022.
Aug 20, 2021
Seattle Southside RTA Announces Return of Free Shuttle
Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA) and the City of SeaTac are happy to announce the return of free transportation for area visitors to and from their SeaTac hotel to Westfield Southcenter Mall.
Jun 3, 2021
Seattle Southside RTA Appoints Mark Everton as New President and CEO
The Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA) has announced that Mark Everton will be its new president and CEO, replacing outgoing leader Katherine Kertzman, who announced her retirement last year.
May 19, 2021
Seattle Southside RTA Appoints Jeff Powell as Communications Manager
Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA), has announced Jeff Powell as its new communications manager. He will work closely with current team members to promote the region, foster relationships with key Seattle…
Dec 3, 2020
Seattle Southside RTA President and CEO Katherine Kertzman Announces Retirement
Following a 20-year long career in public service in destination marketing, Katherine Kertzman, president and CEO of the Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA), has announced her retirement, effective March 1, 2021…
Oct 7, 2020
Visit Seattle and Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority Wants Locals to “Do Something”
SEATTLE, WA – The Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA) and Visit Seattle have announced the launch of a new King County campaign to help accelerate local spending in the tourism industry…
Apr 20, 2020
RTA Reduces Workforce by 20%, Permanently Closes Visitor Center
The tour and travel industry continues to adjust to the health and economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The US Travel Association and Tourism Economics estimate that approximately 4.6 million US travel…
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