Destination Membership Guide 2025

COMMUNITY Destinations International fosters a strong, global community of travel and tourism professionals and promotes the exchange of knowledge and best practices. Our nearly 1,000 member organizations and business partners from around the world connect to share insights and network, all aimed at helping their individual communities thrive.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES Member benefits extend to ALL employees of the destination organization.

ONLINE COMMUNITY Connect with your peers by job discipline, interest, thought leadership and educational pursuits.

DESTINATION MEMBERS

INDUSTRY UPDATES Access to member newsletters, executive updates, blog posts and critical thought leadership.

755 Total Destination Organization Members

32 Countries & Territories Represented​

91 New & Re-Engaged Destination Organization Members

8,000+ Total Destination Organization Engaged Professionals

INDUSTRY DIRECTORY Search for your peers by region, destination or job vertical.

COMMITTEE ENGAGEMENT Collaborate with peers and association staff to develop resources vital for the success of destination organizations.

ADDITIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

SPEAKER DIRECTORY Source speakers and industry thought leaders for your virtual and in-person events.

JOB DESCRIPTION LIBRARY Browse a full collection of destination organization job descriptions.

DESTINATIONS INTERNATIONAL and organizations, ensuring their teaching remains relevant while fostering impactful experiential learning opportunities that prepare students for future careers. EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS / INDIVIDUAL PROFESSORS Through Destinations International, educators access valuable resources, networking and real-world insights. Membership helps them stay current with industry trends, best practices and collaborations with professionals

SPORTING COMMISSIONS / SPORTING ORGANIZATIONS Sporting commissions and sports councils benefit from membership by accessing industry research, professional development and a network of destination leaders. This support strengthens sports tourism, maximizes event impact and positions sporting events as key economic drivers, fostering deeper community engagement and sustainable long- term growth in the industry.

INDIGENOUS TRIBAL COUNCILS AND BANDS Destinations International connects Indigenous tribal councils and bands with networking opportunities, allowing them to collaborate with other tourism professionals and share knowledge. Access to resources and training tailored to the needs of members further assists tribes in developing sustainable tourism businesses while respecting cultural heritage and environmental concerns.

RFP PORTAL Post relevant RFPs (requests for proposals) and connect with our large community of business partners. SUBMIT YOUR THOUGHT LEADERSHIP Does your organization have an innovative initiative, story or case study you’d like to share? Submit your thought leadership to be featured on Destinations International’s website!

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2025 – 2026 MEMBERSHIP DESTINATION GUIDE

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