New Hanover County Tourism Boom | Wilmington News

New Hanover County just shattered records with $1.2 billion in visitor spending last year — a 5.8% surge and the fourth straight year breaking the billion-dollar mark, ranking it seventh statewide. This tourism boom fuels over 7,250 jobs and pumps $316 million into local payrolls, while also generating $40 million in state taxes and $45 million in local revenue. Officials credit this steady growth for strengthening the economy and enhancing community life — every trip you take isn’t just a getaway, it’s a powerful investment in the places you love. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e2518d2d32d1bd5c