Akwesasne Travel, the official tourism marketing organization for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT), in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic pivoted and launched an innovative, online tour training for entrepreneurs and cultural attractions in Akwesasne. The online tours, hosted on the popular Airbnb Online Experiences platform, are now live! Four immersive online tours have been launched and further information can be found at https://akwesasne.travel/virtual-tours/.

Three Tribal Nations (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, Seminole Tribe of Florida, and Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians) are joining together to build a new hotel in Pigeon Forge, TN. Located in a mecca of tourism and natural beauty, DreamCatcher Hotel — Pigeon Forge is projected to become one of the top-rated and desired lodging properties within the Smoky Mountains.

“We are thrilled about our partnership with the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians,” stated Zeke Cooper, president of DreamCatcher Franchise Development. “The Pigeon Forge property launches a new milestone in our company, opening as the first hotel under our brand name. Our Tribal partners share our bold vision of developing and investing in unique and innovative hospitality properties, located in areas we know people want to visit. We are excited and humbled by their investment and trust. Our goal is to create significant returns for each Tribe’s members.”