Read the latest updates from Destination DC's tourism team
The Washington, DC Welcome
Destination DC (DDC) launched the official destination training course designed for the DC area hospitality community in October. The Washington, DC Welcome provides a 10-minute video highlighting the vital information you need to know about the city and offering suggestions to amplify the #Only1DC experience. Congratulations to the staff at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, DC in Portuguese and Travelers Aid who have already completed the course. You can check out the video and resources for you and your colleagues on the Washington, DC Welcome landing page.
Inauguration Visitor Information Webinar (Jan. 15, Washington, DC/virtual)
Attendees: Lindsay Hill, Georgia Lucas, Visitor Experience (VE) team
VE & group tour director Lindsay Hill and VE manager Georgia Lucas will host a webinar about presidential inauguration logistics and the major marches and events during this time. Register now to learn tips for guests and ideas for a full inauguration weekend, vital information for frontline professionals.
Los Angeles Sales Blitz & Brand USA Japan RTO Mixer (Dec. 2-5, Los Angeles, CA)
Attendees: Darren Gan
Darren held product meetings with seven receptive operators and conducted training sessions for over 30 agents based in the LA area. He also participated in the Brand USA Japan RTO Mixer, engaging with stakeholders, partners and clients with a focus on the Japanese market.
Sin City Classic (Jan. 15-20, Las Vegas, NV)
Attendees: Nick Price, Holly Rattanakone
The sports team will attend the Sin City Classic, the largest annual LGBTQ+ sporting event in the world to promote WorldPride 2025 and the WorldPride Capital Cup to athletes. Representatives from Capital Pride Alliance and Team DC will join DDC in Las Vegas.
December Visitor Experience Stats
Publications distributed: 17,941
Online requests: 3,856
Calls: 150
Top visitor questions last month:
- Will the museums on the National Mall be open during the Inauguration?
- What is the best way to get to and around the National Mall?
Check out the full Destination DC Member News to learn more about what's going on this month.
