Read the latest updates from Destination DC's tourism team
DC250: How to Participate – Member Overview
It is not too late to participate in this busy year of special DC250 events! They will take place not only through the summer, but until the end of the year. Take a look at this informational video from the Visitor Experience team to craft ways for your organization to join in the offerings for this milestone year.
DC250: Consumer Overview
Feel free to share this 13-minute inspirational video with your guests and travelers coming to Washington, DC for America’s 250th birthday. The video outlines marquee and sporting events, exhibits, hotel packages and resources.
The Washington, DC Welcome & Special Agent Academy
The Washington, DC Welcome is a new hire training program that provides an introduction to DC as a tourist destination. You can incorporate the 10-minute orientation video into new hire onboarding, and/or further your staff’s knowledge with the in-depth Special Agent Academy. Please make your HR managers aware of these resources, now available in English and Spanish.
Congrats to members from Callaway Transportation, the Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington, DC and the National Geographic Museum of Exploration for graduating from the Special Agent Academy in June.
Spotlight
Midwest Sales Mission (July 13-17, Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana)
Team Lead: Lindsay Hill
DDC will conduct a multi-state domestic sales blitz with 20 group tour operators and travel agents. Lindsay, along with representatives from AC Hotel Washington DC Capitol Hill Navy Yard and the National Geographic Museum of Exploration, will host sales calls and training presentations on city updates and build strong relationships with these company’s sales and product teams.
Destinations International Annual Convention (July 20-23, Portland, OR)
Attendee: Theresa Belpulsi, Lindsay Hill
DDC will join other DMOs and industry leaders at the event to network and attend educational sessions on current tourism challenges and future strategies. The team will focus on leadership, culture and accessibility.
International Deep Dive: Brazil Webinar (July 23, virtual)
Panelists: Patricia Najar, Sandra Whitehead, Marjori Schroeder (Brazil representative)
Join DDC for this webinar on July 23 at 10 a.m. to gain valuable insights into one of Washington, DC’s most important international markets. Learn about Brazilian travelers, current market trends, traveler preferences and opportunities to better engage and attract visitors from Brazil. Register now.
June Visitor Experience Stats
Publications distributed: 19,475
Online requests: 4,386
Calls: 269
Chatbot engagements: 532
What three major questions have visitors asked?
- Where’s the best place to view the Fourth of July fireworks?
- Do I need to register for the Great American State Fair?
- How do I change the attendance date on my Great American State Fair confirmation email?
Check out the full Destination DC Member News to learn more about what's going on this month.
