April 11, 2008
Connecticut tourism marketing: The Quiet Corner postcard
I recently learned about this postcard designed to publicize "the Quiet Corner" - a group of rural New England towns in the northeast corner of Connecticut.
The publicity firm handling the campaign has promised to send me some travel plans based on the following ideas which I should be publishing over the next month or two:
Guys' Weekend. Motorcycle rental and touring, dirt bikes, mountain biking, golf, fishing, camping, driving school, deep lake diving, and of course hearty tavern dining.
Family Weekend. Camping, horseback riding, wild west cookouts, swimming, mining, canoeing, river tubing, alpacas, bison, biking, farms, pick-your-own, ballooning, general stores and family friendly inns and restaurants.
Wine and Dine. Farm to table dining in wine gardens, fireside in taverns or in historic registry homes and restored barns. Award winning vineyard and distillery visits and Best of Connecticut menus for the hard to please foodie.
Outdoors and Fitness. Riding, biking, camping, fishing, hiking, bird watching, guided nature walks, canoeing, white water kayaking and hearty meals to satisfy any hunger.
Historical Mills and Mansions. Explore textile mills, their communities and their history.
American History. Travel the lesser-known Revolutionary war routes. Stay in unique town green B&Bs. Enjoy historic exhibits and delicious dining in colonial era buildings refreshed for the new century.
Girls' Weekend. Relaxing inns, bike riding, spa amenities, antiques, boutiques, arts, exploring gardens, riding, outdoor wine gardens, and leisurely, healthy meals with award winning wines.
Antiquing and Art. Specialty shops, artisan and antique dealers and beautifully designed perennial gardens. Find it before it comes to your city at twice the price!
I hope you're looking forward to these travel plans as much as I am!
The "quiet corner" of Connecticut is beautiful with a lot to offer visitors as already noted.It is a favorite destination for my group of friends.Now, with the arrival of spring, it's time for a road trip to the area. Eating and antiquing will easily fill a fun day. After high tea, it is a one hour drive to home.
Posted by: Beverly at April 12, 2008 10:32 AMMy husband and I moved to the Quiet Corner in Sept 06' and we absolutely love it. The people are friendly and the area is beautiful. The one thing that has really amazed us is the food. The quality of the food and it's presentation rival that of any big city hot spot; couple that with the wonderful atmosphere of small town resturant or Inn and it's a winning combination.
Posted by: Nickole at April 12, 2008 6:02 PM