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If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that you can’t predict the future of tourism. Unlike nearly any other industry, tourism is simultaneously dictated by a number of factors including consumer proclivity, weather and climate, global economics, and government.
Travel was undoubtedly one of the hardest hit sectors in the 2020 shutdowns, which affected every business domain from the largest destination marketing organizations (DMOs) to local small businesses that thrive on the foot traffic tourism normally brings. US Travel’s year-end assessment determined there was a 48% drop in travel-related spending for December 2020 compared to 2019, and a year-long loss of $500 billion. Success
No time like the present: A last-minute Clark County gift guide
Published: December 18, 2020, 6:02am
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30 Photos The French Door, tucked inside one of downtown Vancouver s historical buildings on Mill Plain Blvd., beckons shoppers inside for fabulous finds. (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian) Photo Gallery
Keeping the doors open at independently owned retail stores this year has required a combination of innovation, flexibility and sheer grit. With only six days left until Christmas, here’s some last-minute inspiration from Clark County merchants that will make you feel extra good about shopping local. All places take phone orders for curbside pickup or can be contacted through the noted social media. Some have e-commerce websites offering online shopping with delivery. If you shop in person, mask up and give other customers plenty of space while browsing for holiday treasures.