Travel Writers Policy

Thank you for your interest in Chattanooga! If you are interested in writing a story about the Scenic City where the "Attraction's Only Natural"® we're here to help. We have Press Kits, Photo CD-ROMS, and VHS and BETA footage available for editorial use.

To obtain any of the above-mentioned materials, or if you have any questions, contact:
Candace I. Davis, Marketing Manager
Direct Line: 423/424-4430
Email: CandaceD@ChattanoogaCVB.com

Group Press Tours:
For information on Geiger & Associates group press tours, please contact Staci Dehesa with Geiger & Associates at 850/942-6685.

Individual Press Tours:
What we need from you:

• Name(s) of journalist and/or photographer
• Mailing address
• Telephone number, fax number, e-mail, etc.
• Brief biographical sketch
• Tear sheets not more than 2 years old
• Two editorial references (name, publications, phone numbers)

• Name of targeted publication(s)
• Letter of assignment (if working for a specific publication)
• Arrival date, length of visit, departure date
• Types of activities or special interest/focus of story/special requests

Please note that targeted publications must have a minimum circulation of 25,000 unless otherwise approved by the Chattanooga Area CVB.

• Press Pass - The CVB will offer passes for writers and photographers whose names are listed on the bylines of the tear sheets. Costs incurred by family members and/or friends traveling with a writer will be paid for by the writer.
• Accommodations - The CVB will provide complimentary rooms for up to 2 nights for writers on assignment. If the writer is not on assignment, it is up to the individual property to decide if services will be complimentary or at a reduced rate. Accommodations are subject to availability.
• Ground Transportation - You are responsible for your own transportation while in Chattanooga. Rental cars are the responsibility of the writer, but a list of local rental companies will be supplied if requested.
• Photographic Images and VHS/BETA footage - The CVB maintains an online photo library should the writer need pictures to accompany a story. VHS and BETA footage of the Chattanooga area is available as well.
• Meals are not provided by the CVB. It is up to individual properties to decide if meals will be complimentary or at a reduced rate upon the writer's request.
• Writers must give the CVB at least two business weeks notice before their arrival (unless special circumstances arise - to be approved by the CVB).
• Tear sheets on any subsequent stories on the Chattanooga area are to be provided to the CVB upon publication.

State of Tennessee articles:
If you are interested in doing a story on other areas of the state, please contact:

Cindy Dupree, Director of Communications
Tennessee Department of Tourist Development
Direct Line: (615) 741-9010
E-mail: Cindy.Dupree@state.tn.us