NEW YORK: Long mire Days was recently designated as one of the Top 100 Events in North America for 2016 by the American Bus Association (ABA), which means the annual event is likely to gain additional notoriety on the national level. Longmire Days was born from the book series by local author Craig Johnson and grew in popularity with the television series “Longmire.” The July event brought thousands of people to Buffalo.
The Top 100 Events list began as an information list for motorcoach tour operators and has since grown into “one of the most sought-after lists by travel professionals, motorcoach operators, and the general public,” according to an ABA press release.“The attractiveness of Longmire Days as a don’t-miss entertainment value is only part of why its selection this year is such a distinction for Buffalo, Wyoming,” Peter Pantuso, president and CEO of ABA, said in the press release. “
The real news here is that Longmire Days has been recognized as a potential magnet for tourism dollars, at a time when re-energizing domestic tourism is so important to our spirit and our economy. The honor gives Buffalo, Wyoming, an important boost in visibility among professional tour planners.”Angela Fox, chief executive officer of the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce, said she was surprised and excited when she first heard the news. The Wyoming Office of Tourism nominated the event several months ago, she said.
