Destination DC's commitment to diversity and inclusion is sowing the seeds of a more vibrant and inclusive community of locals and visitors. Among noteworthy initiatives are its DEI Business Fellowship and an apprenticeship program for early career professionals through Tourism Diversity Matters. On…
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This Pride Month, we invite destination marketing organizations (DMOs) to delve into LGBTQ+ history, movements, and impacts on families, communities, and tourism. From boycotts, an increase in hate crimes, and travel advisories, DMOs must consider how to make their organizations and communities more…
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Support. Promote. Commemorate. Celebrate. Honor. Recognize. Think of these six words as the backbone of Black History Month — a time used to focus on supporting, promoting, commemorating, celebrating, honoring, and recognizing the deep roots of Black culture in America. Destination marketing…
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“We’re more than just a pretty place. We’re 9,000 years of Indigenous culture. A home away from home for centuries of European immigrants. An emblem of pioneering spirit and a seat of industrial innovation … You may not know this version of the Indiana Dunes, but you will soon.” -…
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San Diego is globally recognized for its laid-back vibes and friendly spirit. In continuing to build upon the destination's welcoming nature, the San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA) launched an innovative program in 2022 designed to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the local tourism…
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Read time 6 min — Chances are you’ve heard the trending phrases “women empowering women” and “the future is female,” but what do those really mean? How do they apply to women in the workplace? And how can destination marketing organizations (DMOs) embrace, embody, and encourage female professional…
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Bienvenidos. Puerto Rico is a sun-kissed island small in size but big in heart. Known for its coffee culture, tropical rainforest, vibrant music, vibrant birds, and … well, vibrant everything — when Puerto Rico is nearby, you can feel it in your soul. Discover Puerto Rico is a newer destination…
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“African American history is American history. Unfortunately, it's not always history we were taught in school or that is interpreted well in our cultural institutions. But now is the chance to rectify that and make that change.” — Nicole Twigg, Vice President of Tourism Development, Louisville…
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If you ever sit down with Leon Maben, vice president of the board of directors at The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History in Augusta, Georgia, he really can tell you the history of everyone in his hometown. Responsible for giving tours at the museum, Maben has an up-close and personal…
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“Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” – Abraham Lincoln Traveling without a plan is a form of art for some, but travel planning is more of a science for those with mobility or accessibility challenges. It can mean the difference between an…
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