This week on Flashpoint, WCNC's Ben Thompson talks to CRVA CEO Tom Murray about the lasting impact of the Presidents Cup on Charlotte. More than most other recent events, the Presidents Cup is bringing more attention to Charlotte as a world-class travel destination, Murray tells WCNC.
It comes as Charlotte is emerging as a post-pandemic destination for leisure travel, after years of being a city famous for business travel.
"The leisure side of the recovery happened first and quite frankly, happened stronger than we even expected," Murray said.
Murray said business travel is rebounding but hasn't returned to pre-pandemic levels. Charlotte has a long history of attracting convention travel as well.
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