We are so excited about all of the new experiences and opportunities this
project has brought us. Never before have Ashley and I thought of the world of
Tourism around us, now it’s everywhere we look. It’s the dairy that supplies
the milk we drink, it’s the flowers in the garden outside our houses, it’s the
candles we burn in our rooms. Tourism is everywhere.
Ashley and I were lucky enough to have the opportunity to go
into our community and talk to the everyday people who keep our tourism
industry going. We had the chance to find out what was working for the
consumer, what they wanted to see changed and how tourism affected their day to
day lives. Opportunities like this started to change our view on tourism, from
the limited perspective of accommodations, transportation and recreational
attractions, to the little flower shop down the street and the mom and pop
diner.
The customers weren’t the only people we’ve had the pleasure
to meet mind you; we’ve talked to sales and marketing managers, event planners,
and store owners alike. They too have shared with us their opinions on what
works and what doesn’t and how it affects their lively hood. We appreciate
their honesty and owe them many, many thanks for giving us the opportunity to
interact with their customers in a familiar setting.
Ashley and I have visited a variety of sites listed on the
Handpicked in the Valley website and would like to thank all of them for their
support and consideration in our efforts to complete this project:
- Bakerview Eco Dairy
- Cannor Nursery
- Castle Fun Park
- Fort Langley
- Minter Gardens
We’d also like to thank those businesses who’ve shared their
stories with us via e-mail:
- Fantasy Farms
- Frosting Cupcakery
- Inspired Arts and Gifts Inc.
We
only had time for a quick update at the moment, but we promise to write a post
about all of our adventure’s out in the community ASAP! (We promise there will
be pictures too!)
Until
then, Do svidaniya!
-Megan
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