Read the latest updates from Destination DC's tourism team
The Washington, DC Welcome Launch (Oct. 3, Washington, DC)
Destination DC (DDC) is proud to introduce the official destination training course designed for the DC area hospitality community. The Washington, DC Welcome provides a 10-minute video that highlights the vital info you need to know about the city and offers suggestions to amplify the #Only1DC experience. You can check out the video and resources for you and your colleagues on the Washington, DC Welcome landing page.
Virginia Welcome Center Takeover (Oct. 11, Ruther Glen, VA)
Attendees: The Visitor Experience Team
The team will connect directly with inbound travelers heading to DC at the Northern Virginia Gateway Welcome Center. The takeover with participating members will celebrate all things autumn in DC with music, games, giveaways and more.
Atlanta Pride (Oct. 12-14, Atlanta, GA)
Attendees: Theresa Belpulsi, Nick Price, Georgia Lucas, Erika Jones, Erica Riddle O’Neill, Halia Ellis
To promote WorldPride 2025 in our nation’s capital, DDC, in partnership with Capital Pride Alliance, Events DC and Interpride, will participate in the Atlanta Pride Festival.
CRUSA Visit USA Austria FAM (Oct. 17-19, Washington, DC)
Attendees: Letizia Sirtori, Nicole Nussbaum, Erika Jones, Bianca Corallo
In partnership with Capital Region USA and Visit USA Austria, the Global Tourism team will welcome three tour operators (FTI, DERTOUR, RUEFA) and six journalists (including Kronen Zeitung, Kurier and NÖ Nachrichten, travel trade media like TIP, etc.) to DC with sponsorship from Air Canada. Participants will familiarize themselves with the capital region to help increase bookings.
Japan Mission (Oct. 14-24, Tokyo & Osaka, Japan)
Attendees: Elliott Ferguson, Theresa Belpulsi, Robin McClain, Danielle Davis, Miriam Chovanec, Darren Gan
DDC will conduct a comprehensive trade and media mission in Japan. This mission will highlight the National Cherry Blossom Festival and DC JazzFest and will include sales calls, a media event, a VIP reception and a consumer activation weekend at Sumida Park, along with participation in the IGLTA Convention and a VIP luncheon in Osaka.
Brand USA Travel Week Europe (Oct. 21-24, London, UK)
Attendees: Elliott Ferguson, Letizia Sirtori, Nicole Nussbaum
DDC will attend the annual Brand USA Travel Week in London, to meet one-on-one with key trade and media players across Europe. Elliott Ferguson will attend the CEO Track.
NAAR Tour Operator Travel Agents Event (Oct. 24, Naples, Italy)
Attendees: Letizia Sirtori
DDC will partner with NAAR and Brand USA Italy to host a themed evening around U.S. rail travel and Washington, DC. This event comes as part of a year-long campaign that DDC will run with the tour operator in Italian, French and German markets.
The Federation of Gay Games Annual General Assembly (Oct. 24-28, Washington, DC)
Attendees: Nick Price
Team DC, the local organization for LGBTQIA+ sports in Washington, DC, will host the 2024 Federation of Gay Games Annual General Assembly. During the General Assembly, bid cities will present to committee officials for the opportunity to host the Gay Games XIII in 2030.
September Visitor Experience Stats
Publications distributed: 14,133
Online Requests: 17,171
Calls: 359
Top visitor questions last month:
- Can you take the Metro directly from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) into Washington, DC?
- Are there any major events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month in Washington, DC?
- Where can I store my luggage or bags while touring DC?
Check out the full Destination DC Member News to learn more about what's going on this month.
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