Destinations International Celebrates Unprecedented Growth

Don Welsh
President & CEO of Destinations International

Destinations International (DI), the premier global resource for destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), proudly announces a historic milestone in its membership growth. In 2023, DI welcomed 107 new member organizations, expanding its global reach to 30 countries and territories, now encompassing over 720 destination members worldwide. This remarkable achievement was announced by Don Welsh, President and CEO, during the Destinations International board meeting on December 13, 2023, in Tampa, FL.

“2023 was a landmark year for us, setting a record in membership growth. The roles of destination organizations have never been more vital for their communities and our global community of over 7,500 industry professionals are able to utilize a dynamic platform for destination member teams to connect and promote best practices. Our association also provides access to cutting-edge industry research and continuous learning. This helps elevate the tourism industry to its highest potential,” Welsh remarked.

DI’s membership now spans across diverse countries and territories, including: Austria, Guatemala, South Korea, Australia, Hungary, Spain, Bermuda, Ireland, Sweden, Belgium, Japan, Spain, Canada, Mexico, Sweden, Colombia, Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark, Panama, Türkiye, England, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, Finland, Scotland, United States, Greece, South Africa, Wales.

“Our global membership base allows destination leaders to collaborate, share insights, and collectively enrich the lives of those who live, work, and travel within their destinations. The power of travel unites us,”added Fred Dixon, Destinations International board chair and President & CEO, New York City Tourism + Conventions.

In addition, DI is excited to announce its robust 2024 event schedule, offering unparalleled educational andnetworking opportunities for destination organization professionals globally.

 The 2024 Destinations International Events Include:

Marketing & Communications Summit - February 27-29, 2024, Salt Lake City, UT

CEO Summit - April 2-4, 2024, Boston, MA

Spring CDME Courses – April 6-9, 2024, Washington, DC

Convention Sales & Services Summit – April 8-9, 2024, Washington, DC

Business Events Industry Week & Showcase – April 8-11, 2024, Washington, DC

Summer CDME Courses – July 13-16, 2024, Tampa, FL

Visitors Services Summit – July 15, 2024, Tampa, FL

Annual Convention - July 16-18, 2024, Tampa, FL

Fall CDME Courses – October 19-22, 2024, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Advocacy Summit - October 22-24, 2024, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Business Operations Summit - October 2024, TBD

Social Inclusion Summit - October 2024, TBD

Fall CDME Courses – TBD, Canada

For more information, visit https://destinationsinternational.org.

(Source: www.exhibitoronline.com)