From “Heads in Beds” to “Catalyst for Community Vitality”: the role of Destination Organizations in a More Competitive World

Destinations International (DI), the world’s leading association representing destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), shared insights and announced new resources to support and advance the travel and tourism industry during its 2024 Advocacy Summit, held in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, October 22-24. The underlying message, represented in theContinue Reading

Inside the Trillion&Dollar Synergy: Hospitality, Travel and Wellness Converge to Redefine Global Tourism

Inside the Trillion-Dollar Synergy: Hospitality, Travel and Wellness Converge to Redefine Global Tourism- by Ivana Johnston – Image Credit Puzzle Parner    As both the young and wise flock to find travel experiences that rejuvenate every atom of their being, the travel and hospitality industry geniuses must get creative, supporting ourContinue Reading

Berlin: Where culture, tourism, and global events converge

8 min reading time Published on 23/10/24 – Updated on 23/10/24 The Capital Region Berlin-Brandenburg is a cultural and economic powerhouse in Germany, consistently drawing millions of visitors each year. With a significant rise in tourism and an impressive capacity to host major international events, Berlin has positioned itself asContinue Reading

Event Tourism: How Music, Sport, and Film Shape Destinations

From Taylor Swift’s record-breaking concert tours to Mega-Sports events and the surge of screen tourism inspired by hit shows like HBO’s The White Lotus, these phenomena are transforming travel patterns worldwide. The allure of mega-events and on-screen destinations can generate substantial short-term economic boosts, yet they also bring challenges. Dr.Continue Reading