| Local Attractions | Tourism by the $$$ | Tourism Does That |
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More than 7 million
How many people visit the Carolina Premium Outlets each year?
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$341
How much did each household save in taxes in 2018 due to visitor spending?
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50,000
How many Visitors Guides do we print each year?
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Movie Star/Actor
"Ava Gardner was a celebrity born in Johnston County. There is a museum dedicated to her in Smithfield.
What was she famous for?" |
$1.5 million
In 1989 the JCVB Budget was $232,023.
What do you think our budget was in 2018-2019? |
43
How many hotels, motels and RV Parks are there in Johnston County?
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Civil War
What war was fought at Bentonville Battlefield, located in Four Oaks, in 1865?
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More than $256 million
How much did visitors spend in Johnston County in 2018?
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Geocaching
The JCVB has a trail with 55 sites for this outdoor activity, similar to a scavenger hunt, that uses coordinates to find clues/locations.
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Strawberry
"Agri-tourism is a huge industry for Johnston County.
What is the most popular "pick-your-own" red berry at JoCo farms?" |
More than $1.8 million
How much money has the JCVB invested back into tourism related businesses since 1987?
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Mule Days in Benson
What is the largest annual festival that happens in Johnston County?
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