Annual Convention
2018 Annual Convention keynote address and audience
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event July 18-20, 2023
location_city Dallas, TX, USA
location_on Omni Dallas Hotel

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.

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Past Keynotes

Annual Convention features nationally-recognized thought leaders and visionary luminaries on the main stage.

Best-selling author, entrepreneur, television producer, retired US Army Officer and Baltimore native. He also served as the CEO of the Robin Hood Foundation, one of the largest anti-poverty forces in...
A general session facilitated by Miles Partnership that continues to serve as a platform for showcasing insights, ideas and inspiration from around the world.
Kevin is on a mission to help people and organizations embrace a simple philosophy that separates world-class organizations and high-performance people from everybody else.
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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Saturday, July 15

CDME Core Course: Strategic Issues in Destination Management
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
CDME Core Course: Destination Leadership
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Sunday, July 16

CDME Core Course: Strategic Issues in Destination Management
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
CDME Core Course: Destination Leadership
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Monday, July 17

CDME Elective Course: Development of the Destination Experience
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
CDME Elective Course: Destination Organization Financial Management
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Association Executive Committee Meeting
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Foundation Executive Committee Meeting
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Joint Boards Meeting
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Leadership Reception
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Former Chairs Dinner
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Tuesday, July 18

CDME Elective Course: Development of the Destination Experience
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CDME Elective Course: Destination Organization Financial Management
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Committee Meetings
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Expedia Group Media Solutions Insights Summit
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Visitor Services Summit
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Civitas Funding Forum
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Media Training Workshop
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Recognition Celebration
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Opening Reception
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Wednesday, July 19

Networking Breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Opening Keynote
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Concurrent Sessions & CEO Lounge
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Concurrent Sessions & CEO Lounge
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Networking Lunch
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Concurrent Sessions & CEO Lounge
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM
General Session
3:45 PM - 5:00 PM

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Thursday, July 20

Networking Breakfast
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Concurrent Sessions & CEO Lounge
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Concurrent Sessions & CEO Lounge
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Networking Lunch
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Concurrent Sessions & CEO Lounge
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
Concurrent Sessions & CEO Lounge
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Closing Keynote
3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Closing Party
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION

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.

CVB MEMBER EARLY BIRD BUNDLE*
US$995
price per person
valid for registration of five or more staff
conditions apply*
CVB MEMBER EARLY BIRD
US$1095
CVB NON-MEMBER EARLY BIRD
US$1995
INDUSTRY PARTNER & BUSINESS MEMBER
US$1595

*EARLY BIRD BUNDLE FOR CVB MEMBERS

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

Scholarship for Small Destination Organizations

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.

Safety Information

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.

Omni Dallas Hotel
555 S. Lamar St
Dallas, TX, USA
+1 214-744-6664
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Block rate: US$219/night + taxes and fees
Additional Hotel Options:

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