Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association

08/28/2026

Your next customer may already be planning their Southeast South Dakota itinerary! 📍🗺️

When travelers plan a trip, they don't look for traditional magazine ads—they look for trusted guides, maps, and local recommendations.

Advertising in an official visitor guide puts your business directly in front of active trip planners right when they're deciding where to stay, eat, and explore.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐎𝐈:
📈 315,000 printed copies distributed globally & over 1.8M online page views
💡 Longwoods International benchmarks report $55 in visitor spending for every $1 invested in tourism marketing
🤝 Every investment directly reinvests into bringing more visitors to our 14-county region

Want to learn how visitor guide advertising powers regional growth and supports your business? Read our full breakdown on our latest blog: https://www.southeastsouthdakota.com/southeast-industry-blog/why-southeast-south-dakota-businesses-should-advertise-in-visitor-guides

What is your business’s top focus for reaching new visitors next year? Let us know below! 👇

Visitor guide advertising reaches travelers planning their next adventure, strengthens destination awareness, and reinvests in visitation across Southeast South Dakota.

08/28/2026

Crossing state lines to welcome our newest member! 🌲🏨✨

We are super excited to introduce 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 & 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 in Sioux City, Iowa! 🪵☕

Renowned for its warm, rustic charm and cozy cabin-inspired aesthetic, Stoney Creek is the perfect destination for everything from seamless business conferences and memorable family reunions to a peaceful weekend getaway. With versatile event spaces and top-notch Midwestern hospitality, they make every stay feel like a home away from home.

Give them a warm welcome by leaving a comment or your favorite getaway tip below! 💬👇

08/26/2026

South Dakota is taking center stage on the NATIONAL map! 🤠🇺🇸🔥

We are beyond thrilled to welcome the 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐬 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫’𝐬 𝐂𝐮𝐩 to our network!

Taking over the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center in Sioux Falls this September, this pinnacle PRCA event is the richest rodeo in South Dakota history—boasting a massive $1.3 million+ purse! As the ultimate high-stakes final showdown before the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, it brings North America’s top cowboys, cowgirls, and fans straight to our backyard. 🏆⚡

Comment below with an emoji showing how ready you are for world-class rodeo action in Sioux Falls! 👇💥

08/21/2026

Step into history and help us welcome our newest member! 🏰✨

Introducing 𝐓𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐮𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐧! ☕🌿

Nestled in the historic Cathedral District of Sioux Falls, this beautifully preserved 1920s Tudor Revival bed & breakfast offers guests a unique blend of old-world charm and modern comfort. With classic English architectural details, comfortable suites, and a cozy atmosphere just minutes from downtown, it’s a true local treasure.

Help us welcome them to the SSDTA family by leaving a friendly greeting below! 💬👇

08/19/2026

Tourism in Southeast South Dakota is built on strong, collaborative partnerships across our local communities and regional businesses.

In our new industry blog post, our Executive Director, Kasi Haberman, shares a look inside the Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association. Discover how our non-profit DMO reinvests every dollar into targeted regional marketing, direct print distribution, and digital visibility to bring more visitors to your doors.

Read the post and explore what membership can do for your business: More Than Marketing: How the Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association Powers Regional Growth

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08/19/2026

Heading out to Lewis & Clark Lake? Help us welcome one of our newest members! 🎣☀️

We are thrilled to introduce 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦’𝐬 to our SSDTA family! ⚓🥤

Located conveniently near the lake, Captain Norm’s is the ultimate one-stop shop for outdoor adventures. Whether you need live bait, tackle, firewood, ice, gas, a cold drink, or even comfortable lodging for a weekend getaway, they’ve got everything covered before you hit the water or set up camp.

Drop a comment below with your favorite lake memory and give Captain Norm’s a warm welcome! 💬👇

08/14/2026

Step back in time and help us welcome one of our newest members! 🏰✨

We are thrilled to introduce 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐧! 🌹🕯️

Located in the heart of Sioux Falls, this grand 1888 Queen Anne mansion offers an unforgettable boutique lodging experience. On the National Register of Historic Places, it features a signature wrap-around porch, a cozy parlor fireplace, and beautifully restored guest suites just steps from downtown.

Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or planning a weekend getaway, they bring timeless warmth and historic charm to our local community.

Give them a warm community welcome by double-tapping this post and leaving a comment below! 💬👇

08/12/2026

Have a rockin’ time in South Dakota, rally riders!!! We had a blast welcoming people through Southeast South Dakota on their way to Sturgis Motorcycle Rally!!!

Thanks Coffee Cup Travel Plaza for letting us take over your space! Travel South Dakota

08/12/2026

Big news for our business community—help us welcome one of our newest members! 🏛️✨

We are thrilled to welcome the 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐤𝐨𝐭𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞 & 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 to our network!

Serving as the primary statewide voice for business since 1938, the State Chamber works tirelessly to advocate for pro-business policies, foster innovation, and support economic growth across all 66 counties.

With President & CEO Ryan Budmayr leading an exciting new chapter for the organization, they are doubling down on empowering local employers, expanding workforce opportunities, and keeping South Dakota a premier place to live, work, and do business.

Show your support for statewide growth by leaving a line in the comments below! 💬👇

08/09/2026

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