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Imagine the dream travel assignment-discovering a terrific city that's everybody's "best-kept secret," with amazing attractions, fantastic restaurants, compelling cultural and historic sites, and more human-interest stories than you can fit on your hard drive. That's Baltimore.

Upcoming FAM Tours

36 Hours in Baltimore: November 13-15, 2009
If you are visiting Baltimore or just getting to know the city, there are certainly a few places you should not miss during your stay. Capture Baltimore's must-see museums, attractions, and neighborhoods! Dine at one of Bon Appétit's top 10 restaurants in 2009; peruse the largest collection of Matisse; explore Baltimore's claim to fame - the Inner Harbor; and tour hip and historic neighborhoods for unique shopping experiences. You will discover why Baltimore is becoming a must-visit destination for travelers.

Bon Appétit Baltimore: Showcasing Baltimore's Hottest Chefs de Cuisine: January 22-24, 2010
Sample culinary sensations from Baltimore's hottest chefs and mixologists as you embark on a sense-sational tour featuring the finest food, worldly wines, and scintillating spirits the city has to offer. You will enjoy demonstrations, tastings, and other experiential culinary activities using your taste buds as guide.

Taking PRIDE in Baltimore: March 19-21, 2010
Baltimore is an eclectic blend of arts, culture, entertainment, celebration and fun, and a LGBT-friendly destination year round. From the world-famous Inner Harbor to the charming neighborhood of Mount Vernon, you will find exciting new developments, one-of-a-kind experiences, a thriving LGBT community, and Baltimore's warm style of hospitality. On this trip, you will experience Baltimore's array of dining, shopping, nightlife and entertainment. There is truly something for everyone!

Budget Baltimore: April 30-May 2, 2010
The best things in Baltimore are free...or at least under $10! Baltimore is the perfect, affordable destination for visitors that want to experience all the city has to offer without breaking the bank. Just in time for summer travel, this tour will present an array of activities for great value including free admission to world-class museums, unique annual events and travel experiences, and getting a great deal on Baltimore's famous crab cakes.

The Reel Baltimore: May 6-9, 2010
Step on the set of "The Reel Baltimore" as it has served as backdrop for numerous films made for the big screen and television. He's Just Not That Into You, Sleepless in Seattle, Hairspray, and My One and Only are just a few of more than 80 films set in Baltimore. Visit Baltimore and members of the film community will showcase the neighborhoods, attractions and restaurants that have been included in the works of famed locals Barry Levinson and John Waters. In conjunction with the tour, filmmakers will fill the city as they prepare to premiere their works at the Maryland Film Festival.



Here is what people are saying about our most recent press trips...


Michael Bennett, Black Meetings & Tourism
"I had a great time on the trip to Baltimore, and more importantly learned a great deal.  It's one of the best trips I've ever been on and watching the city evolve over the ten plus years I've been in the travel business is truly wonderful. Kudos to everyone."


Kathy Mitchell, The Champion Newspaper
"All was wonderful!"


Ericka Blount-Danois, freelancer
"I had to go back to Miss Shirley's on Sunday. I blame you!! The tour was fabulous! I have been bragging about it to anyone that will listen."


Jarvis Holliday, freelancer
"All of you at Visit Baltimore did a fantastic job with scheduling and treating us so hospitably. I learned a lot of great things about Baltimore and I'll be working on some angles to hopefully provide readers with insight about the city I'm sure they didn't have. And I know they'd want to visit if they knew what they were missing."


Elaine Lee, UGOGIRL Productions/freelancer
"Thanks again for a wonderful Baltimore experience. The trip met and exceeded my every expectation. You did a fab job! You set the bar on first rate fam trips."


Thomas Dorsey, SoulOfAmerica.com
"Had a great time ... Learned some things."


Simone McDowell, Guest/freelancer
"I had a great time...and wonderful memories of the lump crab cakes and chicken and waffles from Miss Shirley's. The staff did an AWESOME job! You made me miss Baltimore even more."


Marie Moore, Guest
"The trip was not only an enlightening trip but a mind blowing one--I learned things I never learned in school."


Gerald Bartell, Pathfinder's Travel
"Thanks again for a wonderful, stimulating visit. I hope to return again soon and continue exploring. You and your terrific staff did a super job planning the trip and carrying it off without a hitch. This was one of the smoothest -- and happiest -- press trips I've ever done. Bravo!"

At Visit Baltimore, we can give you the inside scoop on "Charm City," introduce you to its people and places, take you on FAM tours, and get you past the velvet rope for sneak previews. And all you've got to do is to get in touch!

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