Press Releases

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...

SEATTLE (May 18, 2021) – 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...

The Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA) today announced the launch of the Seattle Southside Scenes campaign, which showcases the art, history, and culture of the region through a...

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...

New campaign encourages continued support of local businesses throughout King County, WA SEATTLE, WA – The Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA) and Visit Seattle have announced the...

SEATTLE (April 2, 2020) – 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...

Phenomenal growth in the number of vessel calls and cruise passengers boosts local tourism economy. Graph showcasing 20 years of growth courtesy of the Port of Seattle SEATTLE, Wash. (October 21,...

Funding for Destination Marketing in Seattle Southside and King County Threatened Your Support is Needed at the King County Council Meeting When: Monday, September 17th, 1:30pm Where: King County...

Two seasoned tourism professionals join the destination marketing organization’s staff (L-R: Mandy Kruger, Caitlyn Shearer) SEATTLE, Wash. (September 11, 2018) –Seattle Southside Regional Tourism...

SEATTLE SOUTHSIDE RTA SPONSORS GATORADE JUNIOR TRAINING CAMP SEATTLE, Wash. (June 22, 2018) – The Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA), the official destination marketing organization...