Bright Nights among American Bus Association’s Top-100 Date: 12/18/2014 SPRINGFIELD – The Greater Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau (GSCVB) presented a special evening with Peter Pantuso, president and CEO of the American Bus Association (ABA) at the Carriage House at the Barney Estate to recognize Bright Nights at Forest Park as an “American Bus Association Top 100” motor coach event of 2014. In addition, the GSCVB honored Judy Matt, president of Spirit of Springfield in recognition of 20 years of Bright Nights. This year’s Bright Nights came to light on Nov. 26 and will end on Jan. 4, 2015.
VIP guests, including Spirit of Springfield Board of Directors, Bright Nights Sponsors, GSCVB Board of Directors and hospitality professionals from throughout the region, toured Bright Nights on a Pioneer Valley wrapped Peter Pan motor coach, which was followed by a short awards reception at The Carriage House at the Barney Estate in Forest Park.
Michael Hurwitz, chairman of the GSCVB Board said, “Having Peter Pantuso visit Springfield for this special reception is an honor. On behalf of the GSCVB Board and the tourism industry, we know how important the impact of motor coach tours are to the region’s economic success. We are thrilled to have Bright Nights and the American Bus Association together for this much deserved recognition.”
“I am very excited to be in Springfield to recognize Bright Nights during their 20th year. Having Bright Nights on the 'ABA Top 100' list five out of the past six years shows the region’s commitment to motor coach travel and group tour. As home to Peter Pan Bus Lines, the opportunity to showcase all there is to offer in Greater Springfield is unlimited and we look forward to continuing to provide motor coach travelers with memorable experiences,” Pantuso said.
“We are deeply gratified that ABA has once again placed Bright Nights on its ‘Top 100’ list and we are proud to be recognized among other prestigious events from around the country.” Judy Matt, president of Sprit of Springfield, said.
Other 2014 “American Bus Association Top 100” designated events include Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California, and the Indy 500 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The GSCVB, an affiliate of the Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts, is a private non-profit destination marketing organization dedicated to promoting Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley for meetings and conventions, group tours, sports and leisure travel. For more information on the GSCVB, visit www.valleyvisitor.com or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/valleyvisitor and follow us on twitter using handle @PValleyvisitor. Engage with us using #pioneervalley or #westernma.
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