PALM SPRINGS
Newly launched Hotel Paseo is the first new hotel in Greater Palm Springs in 30 years. Linear, low- level buildings, pops of colour and perfectly manicured gardens are synonymous with the Californian desert oasis. Part of the Marriott Autograph Collection, the four- star Hotel Paseo opened in March with 150 rooms, a pool, spa, dining options and a luxurious 26-ft 1950 Airstream Cruiser Suite for a memorable, one-of-a-kind experience. The hotel is the first of its kind in Palm Desert’s El Paseo shopping district. ■ Stand: NA440
SEATTLE
Seattle, Washington state’s Emerald City, is easier to get to than ever with direct non-stop flights from the UK with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Thomas Cook Airlines and Norwegian as well as an Aer Lingus route from Ireland. This year newly opened hotels have added boutique and international brands, whilst urban wine tasting is growing and celebrated chefs continue to unveil hip new eateries. Enjoy a walking food tour through historic Pike Place Market; head to the renovated observation deck at the iconic Space Needle; enjoy extraordinary glass exhibits at Chihuly Garden and Glass and visit MoPop, a tribute to music, science fiction and pop culture. ■ Stand: NA270
MISSOURI
This year saw the launch of the first direct flights from Europe into Missouri for fifteen years, including routes with Wow air and Icelandair from the UK into St Louis and Kansas City. Amongst the new sights for travellers is the museum at the revitalised Gateway Arch national park in St Louis, which opened to the public on 3 July and is the culmination of a multi-million dollar campaign to unify the city and update one of the nation’s most recognizable landmarks. The imposing 630ft-tall concrete and stainless-steel structure towers over the St Louis riverfront, commemorating Thomas Jefferson and the role St Louis played in the westward expansion of the US. ■ Stand: NA450
TENNESSEE
Greater Fort Lauderdale is celebrating its arts and cultural initiatives at WTM London. From exploring the impressive murals at Florida’s Downtown Hollywood Mural Project to discovering local artists and creative businesses at the Art Walk in FATVillage, travellers are welcomed to a destination that is thriving thanks to its emerging neighbourhoods. Fort Lauderdale’s stand will also be celebrating the number of hotel openings and renovations that have taken place this year, including the launch of CIRC Hotel and The Dalmar, as well as the significant property-wide expansion of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. ■ Stands: NA200 and NA240
NEW ENGLAND
Mount Washington Cog Railway celebrates 150 years in 2019, so New England is inviting visitors to experience the east coast region by train. Amtrak’s Northeast Regional Line from Boston, Massachusetts, connects Rhode Island, the neighbourhoods in Providence that are perfect for foodies and its beautiful Newport Mansions
with the coastal village of Mystic in Connecticut. Visitors can also take the Amtrak’s Downeaster from Boston to Maine stopping off at New Hampshire. A few highlights along the way include the historic city of Portsmouth, the beach town of Kennebunkport and the outlet- shopping town of Freeport. ■ Stands: NA165
This state is introducing Tennessee Music Pathways, which is an initiative connecting travellers to the people and places that make Tennessee the “Soundtrack of America”. It brings together Tennessee’s music events, locations and stories, from the largest cities to
the smallest communities
Brand USA is exhibiting on stands NA100, NA140, NA172, NA175, NA180, NA260, NA265, NA270, NA280, NA302, NA330, NA340, NA350, NA360, NA370 and NA450
across the state. Whether it’s a story of the past, a star of the present or a promise of the future, Tennessee Music Pathways goes where the music is. Some of the highlights include Beale Street, The Bluebird, Birthplace of Country Music Museum, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Dollywood, Graceland, the Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium, Sun Studio and the historic Tennessee Theatre. ■ Stand: NA450
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