The latest news and information for members.
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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Destination Vancouver is pleased to present our forecast report for the next week. From August 15 to 21, there will be 12 cruise ships arriving at the Port of Vancouver. Four known meetings will be held, but we do expect a relatively large decrease in delegate visitation compared to the current week, mainly due to the large citywide convention, SIGGRAPH 2022, ending this week on Thursday, August 11. Overall, we expect to see a moderate change in total hotel and air arrivals for the week of August 15 - 21 compared to this week.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS
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Do you like music festivals? We got you covered!
Ambleside Music Festival is offering a 2 for 1 ticket promotion to our members. The festival is happening this weekend, August 12-14, 2022, with headlining acts like The Offspring, Mother Mother, and Marianas Trench.
The two-for-one tickets are applicable at checkout for any staff or members/subscribers of your organization, using the promo code AMF2FOR1 at checkout on the ticketing page. This promo code is valid for 3-day passes and is available for a limited number of tickets.
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City Maps Order
Destination Vancouver is pleased to offer our member hotels the opportunity to have an additional allotment of padded Vancouver “tear-off” maps in quantities of up to 3000 maps (30 pads of 100) per hotel or attraction member, or up to 5000 for Downtown Convention Hotels.
Although we are reviewing the sustainability of printing maps for unlimited use going forward, we wanted to provide an additional allotment for members who may be needing them for the balance of the peak season, and into the fall. If you would like to order a batch of this limited supply of maps, please indicate your contact info and pick your quantity using this Order Form (make sure to include the full address, even if you are sending a courier to pick them up). Only one order of these pre-printed complimentary maps is permitted at this time and members are responsible for collecting their order from Metropolitan Fine Printers. Orders must be picked up no later than Friday, August 12th.
Pre-submitted map orders can be picked up during office hours 11am to 4pm at the following location:
Metropolitan Fine Printers 1435 Frances Street Vancouver, BC V5L 1Z1 Contact person: Bill Colgan, Logistics Coordinator Direct # 604-216-1733
You MUST complete the form prior to picking up the maps.
Maps are NOT available for p/up from Destination Vancouver's offices.
*Destination Vancouver is not responsible for any expenses that may incur for sending a courier.
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RECENTLY PUBLISHED STORIES
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Splashing around in the water is a great way for kids to cool off. The Vancouver area has tons of community wading pools where your littles can wade and play.
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Vancouverites take their ice cream and gelato very seriously, leading to exceptional high quality and inventive flavours. There are plenty of establishments around town for a treat that will cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in North America in the last five years. It’s easy to try this beginner-friendly racquet game in Vancouver.
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Destination Vancouver In-Market Activities
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AUGUST
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August 13-19, 2022 | Las Vegas, NV
Virtuoso Travel Week brings together thousands of top luxury travel professionals and providers from over one hundred countries. As a Virtuoso preferred destination, Destination Vancouver will be attending the conference to connect with Virtuoso Travel Advisors from around the world. Krista Alcazar and Gia Borja will be attending on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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August 16 & 17, 2022 I Toronto, ON
The two-day event is specifically tailored for the business meeting and event industry to connect with suppliers, network with the industry, get inspired and learn about the latest trends, technology, best practices and more. Michael Drake and Michelle Taylor will be representing Destination Vancouver.
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ASAE’s Annual Meeting
August 20-23 I Nashville, TN
The ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition is where thousands of association professionals and industry partners gather to exchange knowledge, resources, strategies, solutions, and more. Destination Vancouver will be participating under the Destination Canada umbrella through their strategic partnership with ASAE. Jackie Kavcak and Lacy Garvey will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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Maritz Global Events (MGE) – Next&
August 29 – September 2, 2022 I Tampa, Florida
Maritz Global Events (MGE), is the host for NEXT&, this invitation-only event brings together hundreds of Maritz event professionals, their clients, and industry suppliers for a series of education, networking, and one-on-one meetings. Destination Vancouver is sponsoring Wednesday morning's wellness activity. MGE is a Destination Vancouver Strategic Partner. Jackie Kavcak and Lacy Garvey will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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SEPTEMBER
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Destination Canada Business Events - Canada Week London
September 19-23, 2022 I London, England
The Destination Canada Business Events team is leading three in-market client events; a signature VIP event in partnership with the High Commission of Canada as well as two separate client events focused on the incentive market. In addition, Lois Wallis, Destination Vancouver's London based in-market representative, will be setting up individual client appointments for Vancouver. Lois Wallis and Dave Gazley will be leading for Vancouver.
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SITE Texas Roadshow
September 20 – 22, 2022 I Houston, Austin and Dallas
SITE Texas members, guests and other meeting professionals throughout Austin, Dallas/Ft. Worth, and Houston will be joining this three-day roadshow. Destination Vancouver will be sponsoring a Young Leaders’ reception in Austin followed by three days of meaningful connections and meetings to showcase Vancouver as a premier meeting destination. Owen Chiu will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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We're Hiring!
Are you, or is someone you know, looking for a career in a destination management and destination promotion organization? Destination Vancouver wants to meet dynamic, ambitious, collaborative and fun individuals to join our high performing team.
As industry leaders, our job is to promote the tourism industry in Metro Vancouver and generate business for our members through strategic, innovative and sustainable sales and marketing initiatives.
Destination Vancouver is committed to fostering an environment that is diverse and inclusive of people from all backgrounds, passions and interests and we invite applications from all qualified candidates. We are dedicated to providing an atmosphere free from barriers in order to promote diversity, equity and inclusion. Consistent with our values, we celebrate and welcome the diversity of all Team Members, volunteers, stakeholders, members, external contractors and partners.
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