The latest news and information for members.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER NEWS
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Destination Vancouver's Travel Trade Team Hosted the First FAM of the Year!
This past weekend our team hosted ten travel agents from Australia in partnership with Destination British Columbia, Air Canada, and Tourism Whistler. The FAM showcased winter experiences and highlighted Dine Out Vancouver Festival and Vancouver’s culinary scene.
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Mexico City Meetings & Conventions Sales Mission
During this sales mission, our team educated new partners and developed awareness for Vancouver as a world-class destination for meeting and events. We were successfully able to showcase that Vancouver offers a unique combination of snow-capped mountains, urban rainforest, sparkling waters of the Pacific Ocean and cosmopolitan skyline.
The Vancouver team was very well received during this sales mission, and Vancouver’s presence in the Mexican market will lead to many future meetings coming to our city. Luke Snyder and Michael Drake led this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver, along with the help of hotel partners from Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown, Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Pan Pacific Vancouver and Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel.
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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From February 13 to 19, there are two known convention meetings/events on the books including a citywide event – Just for Laughs (JFL) Vancouver 2023. In addition, two more meetings will be held at the Vancouver Convention Centre during the same period: BUILDEX Vancouver 2023 and FAN EXPO Vancouver. Another large citywide event, Vancouver Mural Festival Winter Arts 2023, will start from February 15th and run until February 25th. Overall hotel demand and air bookings for the next week are expected to increase compared to the current week.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER MEMBER EVENTS
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Webinar: US & Canada Market Strategies
February 9, 2023 | 9:30am – 11:00am | Virtual
Please join us for this live webinar session which will provide an update on our strategic focus to rebuild visitation from the U.S. & Canada, and will include segments from our Research, Travel Trade, Media, Consumer and Meetings & Conventions teams.
RSVP here.
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Save the Date!
Webinar: Cruise Passenger Insights & Update
March 1 | Time TBD | Virtual
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS
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Member Certificate 2023
This is a reminder that your membership is once again complimentary this year, thank you for your support and commitment as a Destination Vancouver member.
Your partnership helps to promote Vancouver as the destination of choice for meeting planners, travel influencers, media, and independent travelers. We are looking forward to continue working together to build on past success in anticipation of the demand the destination will generate this year. You may now download you 2023 Member Certificate and customize it with your business name. We also have a collection of member 'decals' which you can download to add to your website and other documentation.
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Please Help Us Keep Your Database Up To Date!
This is a reminder to keep your database up to date so your staff can receive our communications such as enews, events, and webinar invitations. For those who are no longer part of your organization, don’t forget to deactivate their accounts.
Login to your extranet account and follow these steps to update your contacts. If you have questions, please contact us.
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BUSINESS RESOURCES & ADVOCACY
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"SYNCRA - An Immersive Music Experience" Makes its Global Debut in Vancouver Opening on Valentines Day!
Embarking on a North American tour, SYNCRA will delight crowds with spectacular audio-visual content via dozens of different interactive elements, making each visit a completely unique experience for everyone passing through the 7000 sq ft space exhibit. It’s a brand-new way to explore a musician's work, making it immersive and completely interactive.
Location: 3250 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4E4
Dates: Opens February 14th – March 12th 2023
Buy tickets here.
For groups of 30 or more please contact our team by email.
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MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
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Breakfast Television
Barry Choi joins Dina and Sid to discuss romantic getaway options you can make this Valentine's Day around Canada.
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RECENTLY PUBLISHED STORIES
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Get ready as Vancouver will once again play host to the annual HSBC Canada Sevens rugby series tournament for the eighth time at BC Place Stadium in an expanded three-day long event being held from March 3-5.
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Indulge your sweet tooth with some delicious desserts this Valentine’s Day.
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Maplewood Flats is a unique oceanside bird sanctuary in the heart of North Vancouver. The network of easy trails is a great place for a hike to spot many species of overwintering birds.
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After the Dine Out Vancouver Festival closes February 5, diners can look forward to sumptuous multi-course menus, as well as special drinks and menu items in celebration of Valentine’s Day.
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In-Market Activities
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Explore BC
February 14, 2023 | Vancouver
Destination British Columbia is hosting Explore BC, an annual event connecting Receptive Tour Operators and DMO’s for travel trade updates and networking. Megan Nelson and Natalia Welsh will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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February 17-20, 2023 I New York
SITE is a professional association of 2,500 members located in 90 countries, working in corporations, agencies, airlines, cruise companies and across the entire destination supply chain. Destination Vancouver is a partner/sponsor at the 2023 conference along with Destination Canada Business Events. Dave Gazley will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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February 22, 2023 I New York
Meet NY is a gathering of hospitality and meeting industry professionals for an annual trade-show, education and networking. This trip will also include appointments with high priority clients and industry partners. Jackie Kavcak and Dave Gazley will be leading the team on behalf of Destination Vancouver, joined by the Vancouver Convention Centre, Marriott Hotels of Vancouver, and Hyatt Regency Vancouver.
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International Media Marketplace (IMM) Australia
February 23-24, 2023 | Sydney
IMM Australia connects destinations with key Australian media for networking opportunities. Sabrina Tey will attend on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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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.
Current Positions:
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