

The Year of RE: Reimagine
The world of destination marketing and management is now completely different. Destination organization leaders of today must have a renewed focus on solutions to tackle the challenges of showcasing organizational strength and resilience that create welcoming communities and increase resident engagement. Now is the time to revisit the values of destination organizations through destination stewardship and workforce development programs to retain top talent. With the ever-changing landscape of destination issues, leaders must work with stakeholders on innovative approaches to crisis response and the evolution of digital marketing platforms. Starting with our Annual Convention and extending throughout all of our summits and other events, this next year will be about reimagining the work we do - welcome to "The Year of RE".
Destinations International's Annual Convention provides:
- An opportunity to connect peers and thought leaders from inside and outside the industry.
- An integrated approach to learning regardless of your budget size or discipline focus.
- Relationship-based exchanges among industry providers and destination organizations.
- Diversity of thought by assembling the best minds in local insight and global expertise.
Past Keynotes
Annual Convention features nationally-recognized thought leaders and visionary luminaries on the main stage.
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Saturday, July 15
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Sunday, July 16
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Monday, July 17
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Tuesday, July 18
Expedia Group data continues to point to traveler resilience and reassuring signs of enduring enthusiasm for travel. As we look at outside forces such as current economic headwinds, it’s important for marketers to appreciate that travelers are closely evaluating every aspect of their travel experience. It’s for these reasons, insights into traveler behavior are essential for capturing demand.
New research about the traveler's path to purchase can help destination marketers identify the motivations and mindsets behind purchasing decisions. This session examines those factors that influence traveler spending habits, helping attendees reach consumers at these critical points.
Through the exploration of case studies that focus on cooperative campaigns and creative partnerships, as well as a discussion with industry leaders, annual convention attendees will discover how leveraging Expedia Group’s 70+ petabytes of first-party data, custom research, and media solutions will drive results. This Insights Summit is designed to help destinations of all sizes turn insights into action and showcase new creative ways to inspire, engage, and capture steady demand.
This pre-convention session is complimentary and can be added on during the event registration process.
Member rate US$199 / Non-member rate US$299
This pre-convention session can be added on during the event registration process.
During the workshop, attendees will learn, among other things:
- How to define a crisis, how to handle one and how to get your message across in an accurate and timely manner
- Media interaction “do’s and don’ts” and instruction on working with the media
- Tailored message training for sample media inquiries and best practices in message development and writing
- Personalized simulated experiences to practice messaging and discuss the best course of action for each scenario
This pre-convention session can be added on during the event registration process.
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Wednesday, July 19
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Thursday, July 20
Early bird registration rates are available through Thursday, April 13, 2023. Use your Destinations International login to register for the summit, or contact us for assistance.
valid for registration of five or more staff
conditions apply*
We are offering discounted bundle pricing for CVB members. Member organizations may purchase this bundle using a case sensitive code (23ACBUNDLE) during early bird at US$995 per person. Qualifications and criteria for bundle pricing include:
- Destination MUST currently hold an active membership.
- Destination MUST register through their organization account.
- Destination MUST register all attending staff at one time.
- Destination MUST register a minimum of five (5) staff during one transaction.
- This rate is ONLY applicable during early bird (through April 13, 2023).
- Refunds are not applicable; substitutions will be considered
The Destinations International Foundation is pleased to offer eligible employees of small destination organizations (US$3 million or less operating budget) one of 10 registration scholarships to attend Annual Convention.
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Attendees by Job Level
Annual Convention is an opportunity for all members of the industry to gather and network, regardless of where you are in your career path. Take a look at the breakdown of attendees by job level.
Attendees by Budget Size
Attendees come from destinations of all shapes and sizes. Annual Convention offers unparalleled opportunity to network with peers facing the same challenges that you are.
Take a look at our safety guidelines for in-person events in 2023.
Location Details
Hotel booking information will be provided in your registration confirmation email. The hotel cutoff date for all hotels is Thursday, June 22, 2023. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and may sell out prior to the cutoff date.
555 S. Lamar St
Dallas, TX, USA
+1 214-744-6664
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Block rate: US$219/night + taxes and fees
Courtyard Dallas Downtown | 0.1 miles away
310 S. Houston Street, Dallas, TX, USA
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Block rate: US$179/night + taxes and fees
Aloft Dallas Downtown | 0.3 miles away
1033 Young Street Street, Dallas, TX, USA
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Block rate: US$199/night + taxes and fees