Destinations International

Calling all marketing and communications professionals! Registration is now open for the 2025 Marketing & Communications Summit. We can't wait to see you in Austin in February! Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/40BmjBW

?? Take a sneak peek at the Accessibility Playbook! In partnership with TravelAbility , the customized Accessibility Playbook is designed to assist destination organizations and their local stakeholders in implementing practical accessibility initiatives, enabling them to better welcome people with disabilities within their destination. ?? Learn more and view the first 10 pages of the playbook: https://lnkd.in/e7uGAkdb ?? Already downloaded the playbook? Check out these 5 steps to introduce your accessibility vision using the playbook: https://lnkd.in/eCvWeaGc

According to Edward Harris (President and CEO, Visit Williamsburg), tourism marketers need to be bolder in coming up with new ideas and thinking of their colleagues as formidable competitors. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eJifWgpN

DI is interested in understanding the perspectives, challenges and landscapes all destinations face when engaging with Indigenous tourism. Complete this short survey by November 29 to help inform resource development with partner organizations, including the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC):

President & CEO Don Welsh was recently featured on the RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa podcast, where he shared insights on our organization’s global growth, the importance of workforce development and how travel and tourism play a vital role in tackling today’s societal challenges. A big shoutout to The Florida Keys & Key West CEO Kara Franker, JD, CDME who also joined the episode and brought her valuable perspective. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eZZw7xU4

? What's New at the 2025 Marketing & Communications Summit? ?? Back-to-school @ UT Austin Immersive Workshop: Join us prior to the start of the summit for a tour of the University of Texas at Austin, including an immersive workshop to help you construct effective messages, deliver them persuasively, differentiate your ideas and overcome resistance. ?? Winter CDME Courses: For the first time, CDME courses will be offered prior to Marketing & Communications summit. Start or continue your professional journey in Austin! View the schedule at a glance and register: https://bit.ly/40BmjBW

As the Busiest Travel Week of The Year begins, America’s #1 Travel Radio broadcasted live across the USA today from 10a-12p ET to our now 600+ weekly stations.?To hear the show again or access any segment you may have missed, since the program has been transmitted via satellite to all of our local radio stations, you can access the audio archive in .mp3 format here – https://lnkd.in/eKbUnyb5.?Thanks to Destinations International CEO Don Welsh who was today’s guest for the “Chief Travel Leader” conversation, Kathy McCabe who joined us to talk Italy during the “Personal Connection” segment, Florida Keys Tourism CEO Kara Franker for contributing to the “Destination Spotlight” as well as Jeff Raiford, Gus Allen and Eddie Parker from 3 of our affiliates nationwide featured during the “National Communal Forum.”?We also enjoyed engaging with AAA’s VP Travel Stacey Barber, the CDC’s Dr. Julie Thwing and Karen Carmichael as well!?Also, big news that if you want to travel with our show hosts Robert & Mary in Alaska next August aboard the Seabourn Quest, as the special “Black Friday Sale” is already happening and you’ll get a 2 category Veranda Suite upgrade, reduce deposit and a good price if you book this weekend, or by December 1st.?Since space is limited – act now!?Here’s a link to all the details -- https://lnkd.in/emuFsGyZ??Happy Thanksgiving this week America! #1TravelRadioShow Don Welsh Tim Smith Gretchen Hall Lauren Pace Kathy McCabe Stacey Barber Paula Twidale Dennis Markatos-Soriano John Martin Karen Carmichael Allyson Johnson Kara Franker, JD, CDME Jeff Raiford Gus Allen Julie Thwing Aixa Diaz Lynn Kasel

Attending industry events as a young professional unlocks key opportunities for growth. The Emerging Leaders' Guide to Thriving at Industry Events shares tips for maximizing networking, skill-building, and bringing value back to your organization. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eUFGvG5A

Thank you for helping us celebrate our most engaged members last week! We would not be able to do what we do without the support of our partners and business members. We are so grateful for the entire DI community. ??

Congratulations to our most engaged international member, GoyangCVB ???????! ?? Despite being based on the other side of the world in South Korea, Goyang CVB team members made the effort to travel to Tampa for this year’s Annual Convention. They are also engaged in our 30 Under 30 Program, they have provided referrals to other destination organizations and they are overall an amazing champion of DI. Thank you for your dedication to the DI community!