Partner Benefits

Are you ready to get in front of the Seattle region's 40.9 million visitors? And be a part of the $7.9 billion they contributed to Seattle's economy? We are here to help you do it!

Become a Partner

To be eligible for marketing and promotions from the RTA, businesses need to be tourism-related and be located within any of our three cities: SeaTac, Tukwila, and Des Moines. If your business is not located within these three cities, don't despair! There are still other opportunities available to partner with the RTA. Reach out through the 'join us' button below to learn more.

Working with Seattle Southside RTA provides you direct access to the lucrative group sales and leisure travel markets. We offer opportunities to network with other businesses, contact and advertise directly to visitors, and help build awareness for your business and the region.

Nominate & Celebrate Your Team

Hospitality Hero Nomination

We want to recognize people that work in our hospitality industry and consistently make a difference for visitors to our region.

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People on the Move Nomination

We want to promote and celebrate milestone events (new hires, promotions, awards, accomplishments) for people, companies, and organizations in the Seattle Southside region.

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Free Marketing Exposure

From familiarization tours to free web listings to digital advertising to print publications we’ve got you covered!

SeattleSouthside.com Website

SeattleSouthside.com averages over a half-million unique visitors annually. Your business receives a free listing including images, business details, and promotional opportunities.

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Travel Update Newsletter

Our monthly leisure e-newsletter is a Seattle Southside staple with visitor outreach. This publication can feature articles about your events, attractions, and visitor information.

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Social Media

We are on all major social sites (including Weibo & WeChat in China), sharing information about your business with our network. Learn how to increase your exposure.

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Public Relations

The RTA actively pursues press based on story ideas generated from our partners. Submit your story ideas often for inclusion in press releases and story pitches.

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Familiarization Tours

We showcase the Seattle Southside region to media and planners from across the county (and the globe!). Learn how to get involved!

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Travel Planner

Listings and articles in our bi-annual Travel Planner publication offers visitors your company's details in the palm of their hands.

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Dining Guide

Your restaurant can be featured in our Dining Guide, tempting traveling foodies.

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Destination Map

Your business may be included in this useful map available at most hotels. The map includes local attractions, restaurants, and hotels.

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Meeting Planner Guide

Your business may be highlighted in both articles and listings, bringing options to meeting planners across the country.

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Travel Industry Guide

Your business may be highlighted in this guide for tour operators, travel agents, and other industry planners from around the world.

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Sports Planner Guide

This guide is distributed to the decision-makers, tournament directors, and coaches for all athletic endeavors, and may feature your business listing or story.

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Seattle Southside TV

This 30-minute program airs on televisions in most Seattle Southside hotel rooms and showcases attractions, restaurants, and things to do in this area.

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The Seattle Southside Savings Pass Program

The Seattle Southside Savings Pass is a mobile program developed to bring visitors to the region while driving traffic to your business. It features partner-provided deals/discounts, redeemable in real-time through the customers' phone. There are no apps to download - the Savings Pass is instantly delivered via email and text.

In short: this free Seattle Southside Savings Pass program is a no-brainer! The technology behind the Savings Pass is user-friendly and flexible, complete with round-the-clock support when needed. Do not hassle with printed vouchers! All offers live, and are redeemable, through the mobile program.

By adding a deal to the Seattle Southside Savings Pass your business will be showcased in the following ways:

  • Highlighted on the Seattle Southside Savings Pass platform
  • Featured on Seattle Southside social media channels as a ‘new deal’
  • Chance to be featured as the partner deal of the month in the RTA’s traveler newsletter
  • Featured on Seattle Southside travel blog and itineraries in rotation

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Industry Insights & Promotional Tools

The RTA offers its partners free resources to help them succeed in their business including comprehensive data, research and marketing tools that can be customized for individual use.

Information is key to successful business practices. The RTA provides our partners with information and insights to help understand current and forecasted trends. Staff compiles data from various research sources for the benefit of our partners. Please reach out to PartnerServices@SeattleSouthside.com for more information.

In addition, many promotional tools are available to help partners promote their own business. From photos and videos to our Sales Support Toolkit, these resources are available to our partners free of charge.

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Industry Collaboration & Networking

The RTA hosts several industry meetings annually. Come mingle with industry professionals and learn about the power and impact of the tourism industry in Seattle Southside and the PNW.

In order to successfully execute a brand strategy, it is vital to engage with our community. We welcome input, ideas, and collaboration. Contact PartnerServices@SeattleSouthside.com to find out how to get more involved with regional tourism promotions.

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Leads and Referrals

Our Sales & Services team is hard at work, collaborating with professionals across the following markets: Corporate, Association, Sports, SMERF and Tour & Travel. Within these markets, and with the support of RTA, you can capitalize on various opportunities to enhance your group sales portfolio.

You will receive referrals from our staff who engage directly with regional planners and visitors. RTA staff travel frequently, spreading the word of Seattle Southside at market-specific conventions and tradeshows. You can join us at these events and meet face-to-face with industry planners. Contact the Business Development Team for more information.

Interested in the meetings market? Be certain to see the Sales Support Toolkit for information on what the RTA can do to help you close the deal on business.

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Become a Partner

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Our goal is simple. We work with local SeaTac, Tukwila and Des Moines businesses and the community to increase tourism and enhance the economic prosperity of the area.

Partner Events

See our calendar for Explore Seattle Southside events, Chamber events, and other happenings to help with business development and growth.

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Partner Extranet

The RTA Partner Extranet is the one-stop-shop for your business. The extranet is also home to data and industry insights, available to you (our partners!) to help with annual planning and budgets. And, it’s free of charge!

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Partner Resources

Utilize our free tools to grow your business. The RTA offers its partners free resources to help them succeed in their business including comprehensive data, research and marketing tools that can be customized for individual use.

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