Research prepared for Maryland Office of Tourism Development & Marriner Marketing by:
Ad Effectiveness & ROI Study(Pre-Campaign)
Presentation of FindingsJuly 2019
Maryland Office of Tourism Development &
Marriner Marketing
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Research Overview
In this presentation we will review the findings of a study of American leisure travelers from key markets conducted by Destination Analysts on behalf of the
Maryland Office of Tourism & Development and its agency, Marriner Marketing. This online survey‐based research was conducted before the
commencement of the Maryland Office of Tourism & Development’s FY 2019 advertising campaign.
The primary objective of this pre and post study was to measure impact and awareness of the Maryland Office of Tourism’s media campaign as well as identify key drivers for overnight visitation to the state. Additionally, the research was designed to benchmark travelers’:
• Awareness of and familiarity with Maryland as a leisure travel destination
• Rates of past visitation and likelihood to visit the state in the future
• Current perceptions of the state as a leisure travel destination
• Motivations for visiting Maryland and trip activities desired
• Awareness of Maryland travel advertising
• Earned and paid media recall
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Methodology
Destination Analysts worked closely with Marriner Marketing to develop a questionnaire to address these informational goals as well other insights desired.
Using the domestic panel of survey sample provider Dynata, an online survey invitation was sent to adult Americans from Maryland’s key feeder markets
(DMAs): Baltimore, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, District of Columbia, Harrisburg/Lancaster, New York, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Albany was also
included in the survey sample to serve as a control market to ensure any measurable brand lift observed in the markets of study in the post‐campaign survey
can be attributed to the advertising campaign and not other external factors. Respondents were then screened for the following qualifications:
Diversity in the sample was important so the survey sampling strategy targeted a mix of respondents by gender, age and ethnicity.
The survey was fielded February 13th through March 13th, 2019. In total, 1,605 complete surveys were collected.
• Aged between 25‐72 years old
• Minimum household income of $60K
• Traveled overnight for leisure in the last 12 months
• Stayed in hotel accommodations at least one night for one or more leisure trips in the past year
DETAILED FINDINGS
RESPONDENT PROFILE
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Overnight Leisure Trips/Accommodations Used for Past Overnight Trips
Figure 1: Overnight Leisure Trips Taken in Past Year
Question: In the past 12 months, how many overnight leisure trips have you taken? Please include only OVERNIGHT trips of 50 miles or more (one way) from your home. Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
11.1%
21.5%
19.7%
15.4%
10.1%
7.7%
2.2%
3.2%
9.1%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40%
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 or more
Mean = 4.1
Figure 2: Accommodations Used for Past Overnight Trips
Question: Which type(s) of accommodations did you stay in on these overnight leisure trips? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
4.9%
3.0%
3.0%
7.3%
7.4%
10.8%
14.3%
16.7%
24.0%
29.7%
93.8%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Other
Sailing vacation (bareboat or captained charters)
Campground
Cabin, lodge or cottage
Bed‐and‐breakfast
Vacation home rental
Airbnb or similar peer‐to‐peer lodging
Motel
Resort
Private residence of friend or family member
Hotel
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Anticipated Overnight Trips/Anticipated Overnight Trips to Out-of-State Destinations
Figure 3: Anticipated Overnight Trips in the Next Year
Question: In the next 12 months, how many overnight leisure trips do you plan to take? Please include only OVERNIGHT trips of 50 miles or more (one way) from your home. Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
11.3%
24.0%
20.6%
14.6%
9.0%
7.1%
1.8%
2.5%
9.0%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40%
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 or more
Mean = 4.0
Figure 4: Anticipated Overnight Trips to Out‐of‐State Destinations in the Next Year
Question: How many of these overnight leisure trips will be to destinations outside your primary state of residence? Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
2.5%
15.1%
25.2%
20.4%
13.3%
7.3%
4.4%
2.2%
2.7%
6.8%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40%
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 or more
Mean = 3.5
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13.8%14.0%16.6%19.2%19.3%21.9%22.3%
30.3%31.0%31.9%31.1%31.0%34.4%34.4%37.0%34.2%38.3%36.2%39.6%36.9%42.5%
32.2%38.7%
27.9%
5.4%6.9%7.3%7.5%9.1%10.6%13.2%
12.1%12.8%14.1%18.0%21.9%19.4%20.0%17.7%20.5%17.9%22.2%20.0%26.2%
28.6%40.1%
41.4%56.2%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Access to professional sportsA destination that is easy to add on to a business trip
Music festivalsA stop between two destinations
One‐of‐a‐kind shopping experiencesLocal breweries/distilleries/wineries
Theme parks/family‐friendly activitiesA wealth of arts institutions and cultural events
Cultural eventsA destination where it is easy to extend my trip if need be
Local seafoodDiscounts for hotels/attractionsA variety of outdoor activitiesMuseums and historical sites
An ideal destination for a holiday weekendUnique cultural history and heritage
A diverse culinary scene featuring local favoritesScenic drives
Distinctive towns and neighborhoodsAn abundant coastline and water‐based activities
Varied landscapes and natural beautyOpportunities to bond with my family
Opportunities to relaxSafety
4 5 – Very important
Importance of Attributes to Destination Selection ProcessFigure 5: Importance of Attributes to Destination Selection Process – Top Two Box Score
Question: Please think about your process for selecting destinations to visit for your overnight leisure trips. How important are each of the following attributes and offerings to you? Please evaluate each using the five‐point scale below in which “1” represents “totally unimportant” and “5” represents “very important.” Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
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Sources of Destination Inspiration/Travel Planning Resources Figure 6: Sources of Destination Inspiration
Question: How do you typically get ideas for destinations to visit for leisure? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
7.5%2.4%2.7%3.1%3.5%4.1%5.4%7.7%10.3%11.0%11.7%13.1%13.3%13.4%13.7%13.8%14.1%16.1%18.7%20.1%22.7%
28.1%29.0%
36.6%49.2%
59.7%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
OtherPodcasts
Radio program(s)—streamingRadio advertising—streamingRadio program(s)—traditionalRadio advertising—traditional
BlogsVideo—online
Advertising on social networking sitesEmail newsletter(s)
Travel agencies—traditionalTelevision program(s)—streaming
Films/moviesAdvertising ‐ televised
Posts from those I follow on social networking sitesAdvertising—onlineTravel‐planning appsAdvertising—in print
Television program(s)—traditional broadcastMagazine/newspaper article—online
Travel agencies—online Magazine/newspaper article—in printOfficial destination/tourism websites
Travel‐planning websitesOnline searches
Friends/family through direct contact
1.2%1.2%1.6%1.8%2.1%2.4%2.9%
5.9%6.0%6.3%7.1%9.5%10.4%11.3%12.9%14.1%14.5%16.2%16.8%17.8%18.4%18.6%
26.3%29.0%30.5%
36.0%50.8%
0% 20% 40% 60%
TumblrFlyerTalkHipmunkSnapchat
SkyscannerHotelTonight
TwitterInstagram
Lonely PlanetPinterest
Fodors.comHotwire
TravelzooYouTube
Yelptrivago
FacebookPriceline
OrbitzBooking.com
KAYAKAirbnb or similar vacation rental site
TravelocityHotels.com
Google MapsExpedia
TripAdvisor
Figure 7: Travel Planning Resources
Question: Which of the following resources do you use to plan leisure travel? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
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Publications Travelers Read
Figure 8: Publications Travelers Read
Question: Which of the following publications do you read (digital or print)? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
41.7%9.1%
2.5%2.6%2.8%3.4%3.4%4.4%4.6%5.1%6.4%
9.5%9.6%10.1%11.6%13.9%
17.7%25.5%
0% 20% 40% 60%
None of theseOtherEBONYOutside
AFARSunset
Nature ConservancyESSENCEHistory
Men’s JournalEconomist
SmithsonianSouthern Living
National Geographic TravelerCondé Nast Traveler
Food & WineBetter Homes and Gardens
Travel + Leisure
MARYLAND’S COMPETITIVESITUATION
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Top-of-Mind Destinations with Maryland’s Attributes/ Familiarity
Figure 9: Top‐of‐Mind East Coast Destinations with Maryland’s Attributes (Unaided)
Question: Please think about the East Coast of the United States as a region for overnight leisure travel. Now think about travel destinations within the East Coast that specifically feature the following attributes: Abundant land and water‐based outdoor activities, Varied landscapes—from cities to oceans to mountains, A diverse culinary scene featuring seafood and other local favorites, Rich in history and historic sites, Welcoming culture. Please list the first three East Coast STATES that come to mind as fitting this description. Base: All respondents. 1,573 responses.
1.6%4.5%4.5%5.2%6.1%6.8%7.4%
10.6%20.8%
22.6%23.5%
26.7%27.4%27.8%28.1%28.5%29.6%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40%
Washington D.C.Rhode Island
New HampshireDelawareVermont
ConnecticutGeorgia
PennsylvaniaNew JerseyMaryland
South CarolinaNorth CarolinaMassachusetts
VirginiaMaineFlorida
New York
8.0%9.9%11.1%11.4%11.7%13.6%14.8%15.5%17.4%18.1%
13.4%21.0%25.2%25.6%27.1%25.4%
31.8%30.1%28.2%
36.8%51.5%
2.4%2.9%2.4%2.6%3.5%3.3%3.5%4.0%2.9%3.8%
11.7%4.8%
5.1%5.3%6.7%13.9%
11.6%17.0%20.1%
22.9%13.6%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70%
IllinoisMichigan
Rhode IslandNew Hampshire
West VirginiaVermont
ConnecticutGeorgia
DelawareMaineOhio
South CarolinaMassachusettsNorth Carolina
VirginiaMaryland
District of ColumbiaPennsylvaniaNew JerseyNew York
Florida
I know a lot about this state as a leisure destination.I know almost everything about this state as a leisure destination.
Figure 10: Familiarity with Leisure Offerings
Question: How much do you know about each of the following as a destination for leisure travel? Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
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1.0%10.5%10.9%11.0%11.8%13.6%15.2%15.8%
19.4%22.6%24.3%24.8%26.4%27.5%27.6%
33.7%35.0%
38.5%48.7%
53.6%57.9%59.8%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
None of the aboveVermont
Rhode IslandNew Hampshire
MichiganIllinois
West VirginiaMaine
GeorgiaOhio
ConnecticutDelaware
South CarolinaMassachusettsNorth Carolina
District of ColumbiaVirginia
MarylandNew Jersey
PennsylvaniaNew York
Florida
States Visited for Leisure in Past Five Years/Likelihood to Visit in the Next Year
Figure 11: States Visited for Leisure in Past Five Years
Question: In the past five years, which of the following have you taken a leisure trip within? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
10.0%10.2%9.0%10.0%10.4%10.3%10.4%13.7%
8.3%15.7%
12.4%15.7%16.5%18.5%17.6%16.6%14.4%17.1%18.9%20.2%18.9%
5.3%5.8%7.5%6.8%6.5%8.7%12.2%
11.0%17.4%
10.2%13.7%
14.4%13.8%
16.4%17.9%23.1%25.6%
31.2%33.3%
41.5%43.4%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70%
MichiganNew Hampshire
VermontIllinois
Rhode IslandWest VirginiaConnecticut
MaineOhio
GeorgiaDelaware
MassachusettsSouth CarolinaNorth Carolina
VirginiaDistrict of Columbia
MarylandNew Jersey
PennsylvaniaNew York
Florida
4 5 — Definitely WILL visit
Figure 12: Likelihood to Visit in the Next Year
Question: On a five‐point scale, where “1” represents “Definitely will NOT visit” and “5” represents “Definitely WILL visit,” what is the likelihood that you will visit each of the following in the next year? Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
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1.0%1.0%1.0%1.5%1.6%1.7%1.8%1.8%1.9%2.6%
4.0%4.0%4.4%4.4%4.7%5.6%
9.6%9.6%
15.1%15.3%
0% 5% 10% 15% 20%
To visit AnnapolisInner Harbor
CrabsBeautifulRelaxing
Passing throughHistory
Interesting/NewSporting Events
To visit BaltimoreOutdoor Activities
To explore/experience MarylandDining/Seafood
Lots to do and seeVacation
To visit Ocean CityBeach/Coast
A good/enjoyable placeConvenient location
Family/Friends in the state
Reasons for Being Likely to Visit Maryland in the Next Year
Question: In a previous question, you responded that you were likely to visit Maryland in the next year. Please briefly share and describe your reason(s). Base: All respondents. 602 responses.
Figure 13: Reasons for Being Likely to Visit Maryland in the Next Year
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Reasons for Being Likely to Visit Maryland in the Next Year
Figure 14: Advertising Recall (Past 6 Months)—Aided
Question: Which of the following have you seen or heard travel‐related advertising for in the past three to six months? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
Advertising Recall (Past 6 Months)—Aided
42.9%
33.8%
20.1%16.7% 16.6%
14.2% 13.9% 12.7% 11.4% 10.4% 9.4% 8.3% 8.2% 8.0% 7.9% 7.3% 6.9%5.3%
3.4% 3.2% 2.6%
29.9%
$76
$70
$35 $37
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
$60
$70
$80
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
40%
45%
50%Ad Recall Rate Marketing Budget (Million)
THE MARYLANDDESTINATION BRAND
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Top-of-Mind Associations with Maryland (Unaided)Figure 15: Top‐of‐Mind Associations with Maryland (Unaided)
Question: Now please think specifically about the state of Maryland as a place to visit for leisure trips. What first comes to mind? Even if you are unfamiliar with Maryland as a leisure travel destination, please respond according to your current perceptions. Base: All respondents. 1,503 responses.
2.1%2.2%2.2%3.7%3.9%4.4%4.8%5.4%6.9%7.2%8.1%8.5%
14.8%15.2%
17.7%22.9%
30.0%34.8%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40%
ShoppingEducation
Scenic landscapesNational/State Parks
Aquarium/ZooDistrict of Columbia
AccessibleProfessional SportsOutdoor recreation
Inner HarborChesapeake Bay
HistoryAnnapolis, MD
CrabsRestaurants/Food
Ocean City, MDOcean/Beach
Baltimore, MD
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Maryland Ad Recall: Advertising Medium/Earned Media Recall
59.7%1.7%0.7%1.5%1.9%2.6%2.6%3.2%3.5%3.6%3.8%4.2%5.3%5.9%6.2%6.2%6.9%7.3%10.0%11.9%13.4%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
I don’t rememberOther
PodcastsBlogs
Radio program—streamingFilms/movies
Email newsletter(s)Video—online (YouTube, etc.)
Travel‐planning appsTravel agencies—traditionalRadio program—traditional
Television program—streaming Travel agencies—online
Official destination/tourism websitesTravel‐planning websites
Magazine/newspaper article—onlineSocial media
Online searchesMagazine/newspaper article—in print
Television program—traditionalFriends/family through direct contact
Figure 17: Earned Media Recall
Question: Other than advertising, do you recall recently seeing, hearing and/or reading about the state of Maryland as a travel destination in any of the following? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
4.6%1.6%1.9%2.1%3.8%3.8%5.4%6.4%6.6%7.2%7.8%7.9%8.1%8.9%9.5%11.1%11.8%12.0%13.8%
17.2%17.7%19.9%
24.5%24.9%
33.0%50.8%
0% 20% 40% 60%
I don't rememberOther
SnapchatPodcast
BlogApp
TwitterPinterest
Email newsletterVideo—onlineOther website
Smartphone or other mobile channelRadio—streamingOther social media
InstagramEvent
Travel agency—onlineBillboard/bus ad/train
Search engineNewspaper
Radio—traditionalTelevision¬—streaming
FacebookTravel‐related website
MagazineTelevision—traditional
Figure 16: Maryland Ad Recall—Advertising Medium
Question: In the previous question, you indicated that you have recently seen or heard advertising for Maryland. Where did you see or hear this advertising? Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
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12.9%15.1%17.0%20.2%22.0%21.8%24.8%25.7%24.2%27.6%26.6%26.1%32.3%29.9%29.9%32.4%31.9%31.7%34.6%32.5%34.4%35.7%
32.0%27.5%
7.3%7.2%8.0%10.8%10.3%13.8%12.1%12.2%17.3%
18.5%19.6%20.7%15.5%19.1%19.4%17.5%18.1%20.0%17.4%19.7%18.8%19.2%
34.5%52.5%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
One‐of‐a‐kind shopping experiencesMusic festivals
Fun theme parks and family‐friendly activitiesLocal breweries/distilleries/wineriesDiscounts for hotels and attractions
A destination that is easy to add on to a business tripCultural events
A wealth of arts institutions and cultural eventsAccess to professional sports
An ideal destination for a holiday weekendA stop between two destinations
Opportunities to bond with my familySafety
Opportunities to relax and rechargeA destination where it is easy to extend my trip if need be
Unique cultural history and heritageScenic drives
Museums and historical sitesA diverse culinary scene featuring local favorites
Varied landscapes and natural beautyDistinctive towns and neighborhoods
A variety of outdoor activitiesAn abundant coastline and water based activities
Local seafood
4 5 – Strongly associate with Maryland
Maryland Destination Attribute Association Rating
Figure 18: Maryland Destination Attribute Association Rating—Top Two Box Score
Question: Please rate Maryland for each of the following attributes using the five‐point scale below, in which “1” represents “Do not associate at all with Maryland” and “5” represents “Strongly associate with Maryland.” Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
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5.4%5.9%7.1%8.1%10.8%12.3%12.3%13.1%13.5%13.8%14.0%16.2%18.3%20.2%20.4%21.2%21.6%24.0%24.7%25.4%26.8%28.2%28.4%
40.0%52.7%
0% 20% 40% 60%
OtherOne‐of‐a‐kind shopping experiences
A destination that is easy to add on to a business tripMusic festivals
Fun theme parks and family‐friendly activitiesAccess to professional sports
A destination where it is easy to extend my tripA wealth of arts institutions and cultural eventsDeals and discounts for hotels and attractions
Cultural eventsLocal breweries/distilleries/wineries
A stop between two destinationsSafety
An ideal destination for a holiday weekendA diverse culinary scene featuring local favorites
A variety of outdoor activitiesUnique cultural history and heritage
Opportunities to bond with my familyDistinctive towns and neighborhoodsVaried landscapes and natural beauty
Scenic drivesOpportunities to relax and recharge
Museums and historical sitesAn abundant coastline and water‐based activities
Local seafood
Most Motivational Attributes for Visiting MarylandFigure 19: Most Motivational Attributes for Visiting Maryland
Question: Which of the following attributes of Maryland most motivate you to take an overnight leisure trip in the state? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
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41.5%35.6%
22.3%
46.2%
20.1%
31.0%25.1%
37.9% 36.9%
49.3%
79.9%
32.3%
54.9%
51.6%46.1% 49.9%
52.0%50.0%
53.1%
66.5%
52.2%46.7%49.0% 47.7%
19.2%20.9%
23.8%26.7%28.4%
32.5%35.5%42.4%43.8%
46.0%
49.1%52.9%
53.8%
54.3%54.7%
54.7%56.3%
58.4%59.6%
63.1%
71.1%72.3%80.1%
84.1%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100% Highly associate MD with this attribute Important to Destination Selection Process
Associations with Maryland vs. Importance to Destination Selection Process
Questions: 1. Please think about your process for selecting destinations to visit for your overnight leisure trips. How important are each of the following attributes and offerings to you? 2. Please rate Maryland for each of the following attributes using the five‐point scale below, in which “1” represents “Do not associate at all with Maryland” and “5” represents “Strongly associate with Maryland.” Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
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Inspiring Travel to Maryland
Figure 21: Inspiring Travel to Maryland—% of Respondents who ranked each statement #1 in Terms of Inspiring Visitation to the State
Question: Please rank the following statements based on how much they inspire you to take a leisure trip to Maryland. Please select and rank the top three statements from most inspirational (1) to least inspirational (3) by dragging a statement to the appropriate number on the right. Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
9.0%
9.2%
18.7%
22.8%
40.2%
0% 20% 40% 60%
Our sense of pride, authenticity and community is not just for locals—it’s extended to all who
visit Maryland.
In Maryland, we pride ourselves on inclusivityand are open for any and all people who wish to
visit here.
If you’re looking for a water experience, the Chesapeake Bay is one of the Maryland’s most
treasured natural wonders.
From mountains to cities to the coast, you’ll find it easy to get around and experience our vast, breathtaking geography by land or water.
Seafood is the star of Maryland’s culinary scene, with steaming crabs, fresh trout, local oysters,
rockfish and more.
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Deterrents to Visiting Maryland
Question: In a previous question, you responded that you were unlikely to visit Maryland in the next year. Which best describes the reason(s)? (Select all that apply) Base: Respondents who said they are unlikely to visit Maryland in the upcoming year. 373 responses.
5.1%
2.4%
4.2%
5.1%
7.1%
7.5%
7.8%
8.1%
12.8%
14.3%
14.5%
25.9%
54.5%
0% 20% 40% 60%
Other
Maryland is too difficult to get to
A trip to Maryland is too expensive
Maryland is not safe
I recently visited Maryland
There is not enough to do in Maryland
Personal financial reasons
Maryland is too far from home
Maryland is not exciting
Not enough personal vacation time
I'm not interested in what Maryland offers as a travel experience
I don't know enough about Maryland
Other destinations are more appealing
THE IDEAL MARYLAND TRIP
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Method of Arrival / Length of Stay in Maryland
Figure 23: Method of Arrival
Question: If you were to take a leisure trip in Maryland, how would you most likely arrive? Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
1.9%
0.2%
0.5%
1.2%
3.5%
7.5%
8.9%
76.3%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Other
Bicycle
Motorcycle
Bus
Train
Airplane
Rental car
Personal auto
Figure 24: Length of Stay in Maryland
Question: If you were to take a leisure trip in Maryland, how long would you stay? Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
3.0
3.7
0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0
Nights
Days
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1.9%
0.5%
2.8%
6.4%
8.1%
8.7%
9.0%
10.1%
11.1%
14.2%
81.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Other
Sailing vacations (bareboat or captained charters)
Campground
Cabin, lodge or cottage
Vacation home rental
Private residence of friend or family member
Bed‐and‐breakfast
Airbnb or similar peer‐to‐peer lodging
Resort
Motel
Hotel
Place of Stay / Travel Party Composition
Figure 25: Place of Stay
Question: If you were to take a leisure trip in Maryland, in which type of accommodations would you most likely stay? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
Figure 26: Travel Party Composition
Question: If you were to take a leisure trip in Maryland, who would most likely travel with you? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
0.7%
5.3%
5.3%
8.5%
10.0%
13.4%
14.4%
18.7%
76.4%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Grandparents
No one (on my own)
Parents
Other family members
Children under age 18 (others)
Children under age 18 (my own)
Adult children
Friend(s)
Spouse or significant other
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4.7%4.5%
2.5%3.1%3.3%5.0%6.5%8.9%10.2%10.4%
14.2%16.3%
22.9%25.0%
29.1%33.7%
38.0%42.8%42.8%
46.1%53.6%
58.4%
0% 20% 40% 60%
Unsure/I don’t knowOtherTennis
Jet skiingMotorboating
SailingGolf
FishingGetting a feel for the local personalities
BikingWatching professional and/or minor league sports
HikingSwimming
Enjoying breweries/distilleries/wineriesArts/cultural activities – museums, theater, etc
ShoppingScenic drives
Going sightseeingEnjoying the local culinary scene
Visiting historical sitesVisiting the beach
Enjoying local seafood
Maryland Activities
Figure 27: Maryland Activities
Question: If you were to take a leisure trip in Maryland, which of the following would you participate in during your trip? (Select all that apply) Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
RESPONDENT DEMOGRAPHICS
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Demographics
FormalEducation
HouseholdIncome
Age
Gender
Total
Likely to Visit Maryland Next
Year
Unlikely to visit Maryland Next
Year Past Visitor Non‐VisitorMean Age 55.0 53.1 56.3 54.1 55.6
Female 53.3% 56.1% 51.4% 55.6% 51.8%Male 46.3% 43.7% 48.0% 44.2% 47.6%Other 0.4% 0.1% 0.5% 0.1% 0.5%
Mean Household Income $110,255 $111,614 $109,351 $111,395 $109,541
Postgraduate work/degree 34.4% 35.1% 33.9% 36.5% 33.0%College graduate 42.6% 43.1% 42.2% 40.5% 43.9%Some college 12.9% 11.9% 13.5% 13.1% 12.7%Trade / technical / vocational training 3.4% 3.8% 3.2% 3.3% 3.5%High school graduate 6.7% 5.9% 7.2% 6.5% 6.9%Some high school 0.1% 0.1% 0.0% 0.1% 0.0%
Base 1605 721 884 682 923
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Demographics—Continued
Children
Marital Status
Ethnicity
Orientation
Total
Likely to Visit Maryland Next
Year
Unlikely to visit Maryland Next
Year Past Visitor Non‐VisitorSingle 23.2% 26.0% 21.3% 23.7% 22.9%Married 71.0% 69.7% 71.8% 71.2% 70.9%Domestic partnership 4.7% 2.7% 6.0% 3.7% 5.3%
Has children under 18 living in household 23.5% 29.7% 19.3% 27.5% 21.0%
Heterosexual 92.4% 92.0% 92.6% 91.1% 93.2%Gay/lesbian/bisexual (LGBTQ) 5.2% 5.2% 5.1% 5.0% 5.3%Other 0.5% 0.7% 0.4% 1.0% 0.2%
Caucasian/white 79.7% 71.0% 85.5% 74.4% 83.0%African‐American/black 8.5% 12.7% 5.6% 10.5% 7.2%Asian 7.3% 10.8% 5.0% 10.3% 5.4%Hispanic/Latin American 3.6% 4.1% 3.3% 3.5% 3.7%Native American 0.2% 0.2% 0.2% 0.2% 0.2%Other 0.3% 0.5% 0.2% 0.4% 0.3%
Base 1605 721 884 682 923
SUMMARY OF THE TYPICAL TRAVELER IN KEY MARKETS
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
TOTAL AGGREGATE
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likey or Certin to Visit NextYear
52.7%40.0%
28.4% 28.2%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Museums andhistorical sites
Opportunities to relax
13.9% 86.1%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
59.7%49.2%
36.6% 29.0% 28.1%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planning website
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.1 4.0
42.8%
42.8%
46.1%
53.6%
58.4%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Enjoy local culinary scene
Going sightseeing
Visiting historical sites
Visiting the beach
Enjoying local seafood
SEGMENT SUMMARIES BY MARKET OF STUDY
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
ALBANY(CONTROL MARKET) 20.8% 19.8% 25.7%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
44.6% 41.6%30.7% 28.7%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Scenic drives Varied landscapesand natural beauty
7.9% 92.1%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
52.5% 49.5%
27.7% 27.7% 26.7%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
Broadcasttelevisionprograms
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.7 3.4
41.6%
47.5%
51.5%
51.5%
57.4%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Enjoy local culinary scene
Going sightseeing
Enjoying local seafood
Visiting historical sites
Visiting the beach
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
59.7% 49.2% 29.0% 28.1% 18.7%
13.9% 86.1%53.6%
46.1%
58.4%
42.8%
42.8%
4.1 4.0
52.7% 40.0%26.8% 25.4%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
BALTIMORE95.0%
77.2% 86.1%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
58.4%49.5%
40.6% 38.6%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Scenic drives A variety of outdooractivities
30.7% 69.3%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
56.4%41.6% 40.6%
33.7%25.7%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Broadcast televisionprograms
40.6%
43.6%
49.5%
62.4%
62.4%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Scenic drives
Enjoy local culinary scene
Visiting historical sites
Enjoying local seafood
Visiting the beach
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
3.9 3.3
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
59.7% 49.2% 36.6% 29.0% 18.7%
13.9% 86.1%53.6%
58.4%
46.1%
42.8%
38.0%
4.1 4.0
40.0%26.8% 21.2%
52.7%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
CINCINNATI 13.0% 22.0% 16.0%0%
20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
48.0% 42.0%32.0% 29.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Scenic drives Varied landscapesand natural beauty
5.0% 95.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
69.0%60.0%
38.0% 31.0% 22.0%
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Posts from people I follow on
social media
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.1 3.4
52.0%
53.0%
55.0%
58.0%
64.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Scenic drives
Visiting the beach
Going sightseeing
Visiting historical sites
Enjoying local seafood
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
59.7% 49.2% 36.6% 29.0% 13.7%
52.7% 40.0%26.8% 25.4%
13.9% 86.1%58.4%
46.1%
42.8%
53.6%
38.0%
4.1 4.0
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
CLEVELAND 16.0% 19.0% 16.0%0%
20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
45.0%39.0% 36.0% 35.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
Local seafood Museums andhistorical sites
Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Scenic drives
2.0% 98.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
64.0%49.0%
40.0% 34.0% 32.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
Travel-planningWebsites
49.0%
52.0%
56.0%
57.0%
61.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Enjoy local culinary scene
Going sightseeing
Visiting the beach
Enjoying local seafood
Visiting historical sites
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
3.4 2.94.1 4.0
59.7% 49.2% 29.0% 28.1% 36.6%
52.7%28.4% 40.0% 26.8%
46.1%
58.4%
53.6%
42.8%
42.8%
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
13.9% 86.1%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
4.0% 96.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
COLUMBUS 19.0% 20.0% 19.0%0%
20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
48.0%37.0% 32.0% 30.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Local seafood Unique culturalhistory
Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Museums andhistorical sites
63.0%52.0%
34.0%26.0% 23.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Online magazine/newspaper
article
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.1 3.2
45.0%
46.0%
49.0%
52.0%
55.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Visiting the beach
Scenic drives
Going sightseeing
Enjoying local seafood
Visiting historical sites
4.1 4.046.1%
58.4%
42.8%
38.0%
53.6%
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
59.7% 49.2% 36.6% 29.0% 20.1%
13.9% 86.1%
52.7%21.6%
40.0% 28.4%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
DISTRICT OFCOLUMBIA
87.0%71.6% 81.9%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
60.2%43.5%
35.1% 34.8%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Opportunities torelax and recharge
Museums andhistorical sites
31.1% 68.9%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
63.5%47.5%
30.4% 28.8% 28.8%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
42.5%
42.8%
43.8%
55.2%
59.2%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Going sightseeing
Visiting historical sites
Enjoy local culinary scene
Visiting the beach
Enjoy local seafood
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.6 4.1
52.7%40.0%
28.2% 28.4%
4.1 4.0
58.4%
53.6%
42.8%
46.1%
42.8%
59.7% 49.2% 36.6% 29.0% 28.1%
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
13.9% 86.1%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
HARRISBURG/LANCASTER
59.0% 64.0% 72.0%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
63.0%52.0%
39.0%30.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Opportunities to relaxand recharge
Scenic drives
25.0% 75.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
64.0%53.0% 46.0%
32.0% 28.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.5 3.5
41.0%
42.0%
42.0%
60.0%
65.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Enjoy local culinary scene
Scenic drives
Visiting historical sites
Visiting the beach
Enjoy local seafood
59.7% 49.2% 36.6% 29.0% 28.1%
52.7%40.0%
58.4%
53.6%
46.1%
38.0%
42.8%
4.1 4.0
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
28.2%26.8%
13.9% 86.1%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
NEW YORK 24.7% 27.1% 26.4%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
49.8%
32.4% 25.8% 21.1%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Museums andhistorical sites
Opportunities to relaxand recharge
6.4% 93.6%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
55.2%44.8%
37.5% 31.4% 25.4%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travelplanningwebsites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
Official destination
websites
37.5%
39.1%
42.5%
47.8%
56.9%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Going sightseeing
Enjoy local culinary scene
Visiting historical sites
Visiting the beach
Enjoy local seafood
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
3.9 3.4
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
59.7% 49.2% 36.6%
52.7%
40.0%
13.9% 86.1%58.4%
53.6%
46.1%
42.8%
42.8%
4.1 4.0
28.1% 29.0% 28.4% 28.2%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
PHILADELPHIA 38.7% 43.3% 39.7%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
56.7% 51.0%
32.7% 30.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Opportunities to relaxand recharge
Opportunities forfamily time
19.0% 81.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
64.0% 56.3%38.7%
30.0% 26.7%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Online travel agencies
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.1 3.6
43.3%
45.3%
45.7%
55.3%
61.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Visiting historical sites
Going sightseeing
Enjoy local culinary scene
Visiting the beach
Enjoy local seafood
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
59.7% 49.2% 36.6% 29.0% 22.7%
52.7% 40.0%
58.4%53.6%
42.8%
42.8%
46.1%
4.1 4.0
28.2% 24.0%
13.9% 86.1%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
58.1% 57.1%41.0%
31.4%22.9%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Pittsburgh 36.2% 32.4% 40.0%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
52.4% 45.7% 39.0% 35.2%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Opportunities to relaxand recharge
Opportunities forfamily time
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
19.0% 81.0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
44.8%
45.7%
52.4%
57.1%
72.4%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Visiting historical sites
Enjoy local culinary scene
Going sightseeing
Enjoy local seafood
Visiting the beach
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.6 4.04.1
53.6%
58.4%
42.8%
42.8%
46.1%
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
49.2%59.7% 36.6% 29.0% 20.1%
52.7% 42.8% 28.2% 24.0%
13.9% 86.1% 4.0
SEGMENT SUMMARIES BY LIKELIHOOD TO VISITMARYLAND NEXT YEAR FOR LEISURE
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Likelihood to Visit Maryland Next Year by Market
Question: On a five‐point scale, where “1” represents “Definitely will NOT visit” and “5” represents “Definitely WILL visit,” what is the likelihood that you will visit each of the following in the next year? Base: All respondents. 1,605 responses.
16.0%
16.0%
19.0%
25.7%
26.4%
39.7%
40.0%
72.0%
81.9%
86.1%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Columbus
Albany
New York
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh
Harrisburg
DC
Baltimore
Top‐Two Box Score (% who said they are “Certain” or “Very likely” to visit Maryland in the upcoming year)
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Reasons for High Likelihood of Visiting MD
Familiarity & Past Visitation to Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
Top Markets of Study Likely to Visit MD Next Year (Outside Baltimore)LIKELY TO VISIT
MARYLAND70.9% 68.9%
0%20%40%60%80%
Familiar with MD's LeisureProduct
Visited MD (Past 5 years)
58.1%46.4%
37.2% 34.7%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Opportunities to relaxand recharge
Scenic drives
28.1% 71.9%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
Friends/family in the state(15.3%)
Convenient location(15.1%)
Beach/Coast(9.6%)
(Data shown here is reflective of travelers who said they are very likely or certain to visit Maryland in
the next year)
61.0%50.8%
40.9%32.7% 30.3%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
43.1%
45.8%
47.4%
61.9%
62.6%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Going sightseeing
Enjoy local culinary scene
Visiting historical sites
Visiting the beach
Enjoying local seafood
• District of Columbia (81.9%)
• Harrisburg (72.0%)
• Pittsburgh (40.0%)
(% rating their likelihood to visit
MD as a 4 or 5 on 5-point scale)
40.0% 39.4% 38.5%
49.2%59.7% 36.6% 29.0% 20.1%
52.7% 42.8% 28.2% 26.8%
13.9% 86.1%58.4%
53.6%
46.1%
42.8%
42.8%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Deterrents to Visiting
Familiarity & Past Visitation to Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
Top Markets of Study Least Likely to Visit MD Next Year
• Cincinnati (84.0%)
• Cleveland (84.0%)
• Columbus (81.0%)
UNLIKELY TO VISITMARYLAND 18.4% 18.3%
0%20%40%60%80%
Familiar with MD's LeisureProduct
Visited MD (Past 5 years)
49.0%35.8%
26.2% 22.2%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Museums andhistorical sites
Opportunities torelax and recharge
4.3% 95.7%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
(Data shown here is reflective of travelers who said they are unlikely or certain not to visit Maryland in
the next year)
58.8%48.2%
33.7% 26.7% 26.6%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Print magazine/newspaper
article
Official destination
websites
(% rating their likelihood to visit
MD as a 3 or below on 5-point scale)
40.7%
42.5%
45.2%
48.0%
55.5%
0% 20% 40% 60%
Enjoy local culinaryscene
Going sightseeing
Visiting historical sites
Visiting the beach
Enjoying local seafood
Other destinations are more
appealing (54.5%)
Don’t know enough about
Maryland (25.9%)
Not interested in what MD offers
(14.5%)
25.1% 39.4% 38.5%
49.2%59.7% 36.6% 20.1% 29.0%
52.7% 42.8%28.2%28.4%
13.9% 86.1%58.4%
53.6%
46.1%
42.8%
42.8%
SEGMENT SUMMARIES BY GENERATION
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Deterrents to Visiting
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top-of-Mind Associations with Maryland Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
YOUNGER MILLENNIAL 46.7% 44.5% 51.2%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
35.7%29.2% 28.0% 28.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Opportunities to relaxand recharge
Opportunities forfamily time
12.1% 87.9%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
Ocean CityBaltimore
Ocean/BeachDistrict of Columbia
Restaurants/FoodCrabs
AnnapolisChesapeake Bay
Shopping Professional Sports
Other destinations are more
appealing (69.3%)
Don’t know enough about
Maryland (31.3%)
Personal financial
reasons (20.7%)32.2%
33.7%
37.0%
45.0%
47.5%
0% 20% 40% 60%
Going sightseeing
Visiting historical sites
Enjoy local seafood
Enjoy local culinary scene
Visiting the beach
(Travelers aged 25-31 years old)
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
52.7% 42.8% 28.2% 24.0%
13.9% 86.1%53.6%
42.8%
58.4%
46.1%
42.8%
54.5% 25.9% 7.8%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Deterrents to Visiting
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top-of-Mind Associations with Maryland Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
OLDER MILLENNIAL 42.6% 40.3% 47.2%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
36.2% 35.3% 33.2%25.3%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Opportunities forfamily time
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Museums andhistorical sites
14.8% 85.2%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
Other destinations are more
appealing (49.2%)
Maryland is too far from home
(22.7%)
Not enough vacation time
(21.6%)
Ocean CityBaltimoreOcean/BeachAnnapolis
Restaurants/FoodCrabs
Inner HarborChesapeake Bay
District of Columbia Professional Sports
33.0%
34.4%
38.5%
43.2%
55.8%
0% 20% 40% 60%
Shopping
Going sightseeing
Visiting historicalsites
Enjoy local seafood
Visiting the beach
(Travelers aged 32-39 years old)
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
24.0% 52.7% 42.8%28.4%
13.9% 86.1%53.6%
58.4%
46.1%
42.8%
33.7%
54.5% 8.1% 14.3%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Deterrents to Visiting
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top-of-Mind Associations with Maryland Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
GEN X 45.3% 41.8% 47.2%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likey or Certin to Visit NextYear
45.4% 40.5%32.0% 27.4%
0%
20%
40%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Opportunities to relaxand recharge
Scenic drives
14.4% 85.6%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
39.6%
39.6%
40.0%
54.3%
56.4%
0% 20% 40% 60%
Scenic drives
Visiting historical sites
Enjoy local culinaryscene
Enjoying local seafood
Visiting the beach
Other destinations are more
appealing (55.5%)
Don’t know enough about
Maryland (36.6%)
Maryland is not exciting
(21.8%)
Ocean CityBaltimoreOcean/BeachAnnapolis Restaurants/Food
CrabsChesapeake Bay
Inner Harbor
History
(Travelers aged 40-50 years old)
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
52.7% 42.8%28.2%
26.8%
13.9% 86.1%53.6%
58.4%
42.8%
46.1%
38.0%
54.5% 25.9% 12.8%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Deterrents to Visiting
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top-of-Mind Associations with Maryland Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
YOUNGER BOOMER
39.0% 38.1% 38.9%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
54.0%
35.6%27.4% 25.7%
0%
20%
40%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Museums andhistorical sites
Opportunities torelax and recharge
13.4% 86.6%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
40.2%
44.0%
45.2%
54.0%
60.2%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Enjoy local culinaryscene
Going sightseeing
Visiting historical sites
Visiting the beach
Enjoying local seafood
Other destinations are more
appealing (47.1%)
Don’t know enough about
Maryland (25.2%)
Not interested in what MD offers
(20.3%)
BaltimoreOcean/Beach
AnnapolisRestaurants/Food
Crabs
Chesapeake Bay
HistoryInner Harbor
(Travelers aged 51-61 years old)
Ocean City
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
52.7% 42.8%28.2%28.4%
13.9% 86.1%
58.4%
53.6%
46.1%
42.8%
42.8%
54.5% 25.9% 14.5%
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Deterrents to Visiting
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top-of-Mind Associations with Maryland Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
OLDER BOOMER 33.1% 36.4% 33.5%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
61.0%46.7%
31.6% 30.7%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Scenic drives Distinctive towns andneighborhoods
13.9% 86.1%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
47.0%
47.2%
52.8%
54.0%
66.3%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Enjoy local culinaryscene
Going sightseeing
Visiting historical sites
Visiting the beach
Enjoying local seafood
Other destinations are more
appealing (61.8%)
Don’t know enough about
Maryland (26.7%)
Maryland is not exciting (13.3%)
Ocean CityBaltimoreOcean/Beach
AnnapolisRestaurants/Food
CrabsChesapeake Bay
History
Inner Harbor
(Travelers aged 62-71 years old)39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
52.7% 42.8%26.8% 24.7%
13.9% 86.1%58.4%
53.6%
46.1%
42.8%
42.8%
54.5% 25.9% 12.8%
SUMMARY OF OTHER TRAVELER SEGMENTS
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN TRAVELER
62.0% 47.9% 60.3%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
58.3%
34.7% 34.5% 30.2%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Local seafood Opportunities to relaxand recharge
Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Museums andhistorical sites
60.4%
37.0% 34.2% 29.1% 29.0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Online travel agencies
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
22.8% 77.2%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
40.7%
46.4%
50.8%
52.9%
64.1%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Visiting historical sites
Enjoy local culinary scene
Visiting the beach
Shopping
Enjoy local seafood
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.2 3.6
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
49.2%59.7% 22.7% 36.6% 29.0%
52.7%
28.2% 40.0% 28.4%
13.9% 86.1%58.4%
33.7%
53.6%
58.4%
46.1%
4.1 4.0
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
THE LGBTQ
TRAVELER35.7% 37.3% 40.4%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
45.3%31.8% 31.2% 30.1%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
Local seafood Museums andhistorical sites
Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Distinctiveneighborhoods
50.1% 49.4%40.4% 37.3% 34.7%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Onlinesearches
Friends/family(direct
contact)
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/Newspaper
articles
13.6% 86.4%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
44.8%
45.1%
46.6%
52.1%
52.2%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Visiting the beach
Arts/cultural activities
Enjoying the localculinary scene
Enjoying local seafood
Visiting historical sites
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.3 3.7
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
49.2% 59.7% 36.6% 29.0% 20.1%
52.7%28.4% 40.0% 24.7%
13.9% 86.1%
46.1%
58.4%
58.4%
29.1%
53.6%
4.1 4.0
Maryland Ad Recall (Past 6 Months) Top Activities for Ideal MD Trip Overnight Leisure Trips Taken/Anticipated
Familiarity, Past Visitation & Likelihood to Visit Maryland
Top Resources for Destination Inspiration Most Motivational Attributes to Take Overnight Leisure Trip to MD
THE FEMALE
TRAVELER40.2% 40.2% 42.1%
0%20%40%60%80%
100%
Familiar with MD's Leisure Product Visited MD (Past 5 years) Very Likely or Certain to Visit NextYear
53.6%44.0%
32.5% 29.6%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Local seafood Coastline, beaches,and water activities
Opportunities to relaxand recharge
Opportunities to bondwith family
66.0%48.3%
34.6% 29.4% 27.4%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Friends/family(direct contact)
Onlinesearches
Travel-planningwebsites
Official destination
websites
Print magazine/Newspaper
articles
13.1% 86.9%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Yes No
44.9%
44.9%
45.3%
56.9%
60.7%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Enjoying the local culinaryscene
Visiting historical sites
Going sightseeing
Visiting the beach
Enjoying local seafood
Taken In The Past Year
Anticipated Trips (OUTSIDE primary state of residence)
in the Next Year
4.1 3.4
39.4% 38.5% 40.0%
59.7%49.2%
36.6% 29.0% 20.1%
52.7%40.0%
28.2% 24.0%
13.9% 86.1%
58.4%
53.6%
42.8%
46.1%
58.4%
4.1 4.0
NEXT STEPS:
• FIELD POST-CAMPAIGN SURVEY AFTER LABORDAY (WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 2ND)
• RESULTS DELIVERED BY 10/31/19