If you’re looking for ways to spend the more time outdoors, in the sun, all while staying active, The Outdoor & Active Itinerary will give you the best recreational, open-air spots in the Mt. Vernon area for you to discover. http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/trip-ideas/2/outdoor-and-active . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Life is too short! Choose to participate in activities that make you the happiest. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #mondaymotivation

We are ready to make a connection with you! Follow our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts for updated information, motivational quotes, and fun activities! . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Who’s ready to have a little fun today? Engage your brain and unscramble as many words as you can! . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Did you know? 😀 *It’s easier to smile than it is to frown *Smiling is a form of exercise *Smiling uses 5-53 muscles *Smiling is like medicine Moral to the story, share a smile with someone today, even if that someone is yourself! . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #midweekmotivation

We are anxiously awaiting the day that we can officially welcome travelers back to our community. Until then, continue to support local businesses and follow the CDC guidelines. We will get through this together! 📷: Michael Young . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

We remember, we honor, we will never forget! Thank you to the men and women who have and are currently serving our country. Your selfless acts have not gone unnoticed and we thank you for your service! . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #memorialday

Memorial Day Weekend is here again! What recipes will you be putting together to throw on the grill this weekend? . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #memorialdayweekend

Visit our enjoymtvernon facebook page for a link to valuable information and resources. Let us help you promote your events for free! See what's happening This Week in Mt. Vernon!

Everyone has their own plans for when the quarantine order is lifted. If you could name the first activity you’ll do when this day finally comes, what would it be and why? . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Around this time of year, graduates of all ages would normally be preparing for the next big step in their lives. Sadly, graduation ceremonies are either being canceled or altered. Today, we would like to say CONGRATULATIONS to the graduates all over our community. Whether you’re graduating Pre-K, 8th grade, High School, or college, we are proud of you! . . . #wearemtvernon #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #enjoyillinois #graduation #congratulationsgraduates

Needing a new family activity? Treat them to an at-home movie theater experience! 🍿🎥🍫🖥 Pick a new movie or a classic, gather some snacks and drinks, make your own money and tickets, and make some fun memories while you’re quarantined together. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #quarantineactivity

Last week is in the past. Choose to learn from last week’s mistakes and start this new week fresh! 🌞☕ . . . #wearemtvernon #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #mondaymotivation

How creative can you be with sidewalk chalk? We want to see your masterpieces! Comment your drawing and help spread some positivity! #wearemtvernon #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Who loves word search puzzles? We hope that you enjoy our special word search puzzle that has a fun tourism twist. . . . #wearemtvernon #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

A community that quarantines together, stays together! 📷: Michael Young . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #COVID19

🌷From sweet-smelling lilies to bright daffodils, which spring flower is your favorite each year? 🌷 . . . #wearemtvernon #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Even though we are still battling this pandemic, you can make a difference in the Mt. Vernon community. Continue to support local businesses and show your appreciation for frontline workers. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #mondaymotivation

On your special day, we would like to say Happy Mother’s Day! We are thinking of you and hope that you have a wonderful day! . . . #wearemtvernon #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #happymothersday

Today, we’re sharing one of the top reasons to visit our Mt. Vernon, Illinois community: The People. Mt. Vernon residents are dedicated to staying home to #FlattenTheCurve and volunteering their time and resources in any way they can to come out of this pandemic stronger than ever. Together, #WeAreMtVernon and together we will welcome you back with open arms when it is safe to do so. . . . #SpiritofTravel #nttw20 #enjoyillinois #wearemtvernon #enjoymtvernon

The travel industry is America’s 7th largest employer. Did you know? The travel and tourism industry in Mt. Vernon provides 2,000 jobs! These jobs include workers at hotels, restaurants, and convenience stores throughout the city. Chances are, you probably know someone who works in this industry. We are all in this together and together #WeAreMtVernon! . . . #NTTW20 #SpiritofTravel #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

It's time to take it back where it all began! What year was Mt. Vernon, Illinois founded? NO GOOGLING ALLOWED 😃 #NTTW20 #SpiritofTravel #enjoyillinois #enjoymtvernon #WeAreMtVernon #JeffersonCountyStrong

It's no secret that Mt. Vernon is home to some incredible local eateries. From Mexican, Chinese, Diners, and everything in between, there is no shortage of delicious dishes available for curbside and delivery to enjoy from the safety of your own home. What's your go-to dish at your favorite Mt. Vernon restaurant? #SpiritofTravel #NTTW20 #WeAreMtVernon #JeffersonCountyStrong #EnjoyIllinois

Now more than ever, we heavily rely on the knowledge and positivity that nurses continue to provide their patients. . 🩺 Today is Nurses Day and we would like to say Thank You for sharing your talents and making sacrifices each day. 🩺 . Do you have a special nurse or group of nurses that you would like to highlight? Give them a special shoutout in the comments! . #enjoyillinois #enjoymtvernon #WeAreMtVernon #JeffersonCountyStrong #nursesday #nurse #COVID19

Even though you can’t visit Mt. Vernon, Illinois right now, you can still plan your next trip when it's safe to do so. Visit our website for trip ideas, restaurant guides, and so much more! http://www.enjoymtvernon.com #SpiritOfTravel #nttw20 #enjoyillinois #WeAreMtVernon #enjoymtvernon

It’s Day 2 of National Tourism and Travel Week, and this week we want you to share some of your favorite Mt. Vernon spots and experiences that you recommend to friends and family. Which Mt. Vernon landmark is a must-see attraction? . . . #SpiritOfTravel #nttw20 #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Yesterday is a thing of the past. Don’t let the mistakes and the negatives of the past overtake the opportunities for a better tomorrow! . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #mondaymotivation #weareinthistogether

Today kicks off National Travel and Tourism Week! . Now more than ever, we must come together, support each other and remind our country that even through the most difficult times, the Spirit of Travel cannot be broken. . We are proud to celebrate all those in our community—and nationwide—who carry the #SpiritOfTravel forward during this year’s #nttw20. . 📷: Michael Young . #wearemtvernon #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #enjoyillinois

Although March was lengthy and April felt like it was even longer, we hope that May will be the beginning of a great turnaround! 🌸 Happy May Everyone! 🌸 . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #itsgonnabemay

Whether you enjoy baking or cooking, we want to see your favorite recipes! Come together as an online community and share a picture or instructions for your favorite dishes. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #foodie #shareyourrecipes

As we find ourselves in this unprecedented time, sheltering in our home as much as we can during this pandemic, the days might seem long. It is so important to find little joys in each day and make the most of this time we are given. http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/blog/70/10-things-to-do-while-sheltering-in-place . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

It’s recommended, by the CDC, that individuals need to wear masks while they are out and about. With that being the case, we want to see your masks! 😷 Share a picture of your mask in the comments. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

This week, choose to be a positive light in someone’s life. Say thank you to a frontline worker, order from a local restaurant, support organizations, or just share a smile with everyone you meet. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #WeAreMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #mondaymotivation #motivation #staypositive