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"Good Morning America" to spotlight KC's holiday traditions

For Immediate Release: December 02, 2008

Times Square window display to debut Dec. 3 on ABC

Contact: Laren Mahoney , 816-691-3851 • Alan Carr, 816-691-3829

Kansas City, Mo. - Christmas comes early for Kansas City this year. On Wednesday, Dec. 3, ABC's "Good Morning America" will put the national spotlight on the city as the show unveils a KC-themed holiday window in their Times Square Studios in New York City. The window showcases Kansas City's holiday traditions, which create a Season of Magic for visitors each winter.

"We're going to introduce Kansas City to millions of potential visitors this holiday season through the window at the "Good Morning America" studios," said KCCVA President Rick Hughes. "They'll see that the holidays in Kansas City are a magical time to visit the city. We're pleased to offer all visitors special offers and discounts to experience KC's holiday traditions through our Season of Magic promotion."

Visitors can experience Kansas City's holiday traditions at a discount through special Season of Magic rates and packages that make KC even more affordable. Find hotel packages starting at $49.95 and discounted tickets to the city's most popular shows and attractions. For a complete list of this year's Season of Magic specials and holiday events, go to VisitKC.com/Holidays.

About the Window
Kansas City is one of three holiday windows to be featured in the "Good Morning America" Times Square Studios in New York City. The Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association initiated the project, collaborating with Hallmark Cards to build Kansas City's elaborate display, complete with moving parts and lights. Scott Butterfield, trend consultant and Hallmark employee for 20 years, used Hallmark's Keepsake Ornaments for inspiration as he incorporated iconic Kansas City scenes to build the window. More than 4.3 million viewers nationwide will see Kansas City's holiday traditions live on "GMA." The holiday window will serve as a backdrop for the show until Dec. 31. The double-sided display will also be seen by the millions of people that pass through Times Square during the holidays.


About the Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association
The Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to enhance economic growth and quality of life for the region and its residents through marketing, sales and service for the convention and tourism industries. For more information about all there is to see and do in Kansas City, visit the organization's Web site at VisitKC.com.

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