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Member Highlights
Washington, DC Named #9 Best of the Best U.S. Destinations in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards
Ranked by those who matter most: the travelers – from near or far – who have actually visited the destination. Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best winners rank among the top 1% of listings on Tripadvisor.
Charlie Ross Magic on ABC 7 Good Morning Washington
Magician Charlie Ross spoke with Roxanne Strouk and Megan Clarke about the art of magic. Ross shared some of his background before showing off his skills. He also discussed his “Magic Mic” events, mentioning that people can attend for $5 or less.
Charlie Ross Magic on Living Local DMV
Magician Charlie Ross sat down with hosts Corinna Delgado and Charis Gomez to talk about the life of a magician, his open mic magic show and the hardest audiences to perform for. Then, Ross showed off some mind-blowing magic tricks involving tattoos.
Well Dunn Catering at the Virginia Governor’s Inaugural Ball
Well Dunn came together at the sparklingly renovated Main Street Station in Richmond, Va. to celebrate its incoming governor. Attendees raved about the quality of the catering.
Washington, DC a Top Destination in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Vacations Rankings:
DDC Member to Host the 2027 World Federation of Tourist Guides Association (WFTGA) Convention
The 2027 WFTGA will be held in Peru and hosted by Destination DC member Mistral Anampa. The announcement was made at this year’s convention in Fukuoka, Japan.
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Accommodations
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC, Downtown
A modern, all-suite hotel. Blocks away from numerous landmarks, including the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Free hot breakfast buffet daily.
Newly renovated boutique hotel on Georgetown University’s campus featuring 13,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and event space in an inspiring academic setting.
Convention Services
Working to revitalize 8th Street SE between Pennsylvania Avenue and M Street in Southeast DC.
DMV-based TikTok creator network helping hotels, venues and attractions gain traffic through travel creators.
Provides a full suite of premium services to assist real estate and lodging companies.
See & Do
Private tours with custom itineraries for individuals and groups.
Old-school arcade bar with fun cocktails, vibrant graffiti wall art, delicious food and both new and retro arcade games.
Transportation
Private shuttle and bus services, from school groups to business meetings.
NEXTDC
Check out the What's Next newsletter to learn the latest happenings at NEXTDC (formerly the American Experience Foundation).
Careers
DDC Careers
Check out DDC's job openings and share with your networks and colleagues.
Destination DC's Job Board
Are you currently hiring? Interested in discovering who else is hiring within the industry? Increase your visibility by featuring your job openings on DDC’s Job Board. Submit the following details to jobboard@washington.org:
- Company name
- Job title
- Job description
- Link to job posting
Connect with top candidates and grow your team. Submit your listing today!
Positions will be posted for 30 days. If you have any questions, please contact membership@washington.org. Additionally, visit the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington's foodjobsdc.com for more hospitality jobs.
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