The latest news and information for members.
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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From July 24 to 30, 18 cruise ships will be arriving with over 59K passengers. There are five meetings on the books, along with the “Tears for Fears” concert being held at Rogers Arena on July 24. We are seeing an increase in hotel bookings but a decrease in air bookings for Vancouver next week compared to the current week.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER MEMBER EVENTS
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Webinar: Q3/Q4 North America Market Update
July 25, 2023 | 9:30am - 10:30am | Virtual
Please join Destination Vancouver for this live webinar session which will provide business insights, market trends and areas of focus updates for the North America Market. This webinar - encompassing Canada, the US, and Mexico, will include segments from our Business Insights, Travel Trade, Media, Consumer, Destination Events and Meetings & Conventions teams.
RSVP here.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS
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Vancouver Tourism Facility Managers Association (VTFMA) 5th Annual Golf Tournament
September 15, 2023 | Northview Golf and Country Club
The VTFMA is a professional association that brings together tourism facility engineers and managers as well as associate suppliers to learn, share best practices and network. The golf tournament is a great opportunity to get to know your peers in a fun casual setting. If you have a Director of Engineering or a Chief Engineer who is not yet connected to the VTFMA please share this opportunity with them.
Registration closes August 25th.
RSVP here.
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BUSINESS RESOURCES & ADVOCACY
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Sustainability Criteria for MICE
The Global Destination Sustainability Council is seeking input in the development of the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE) sustainability criteria.
If you are a planner, supplier or frequent client consider taking part in the public consultation of the MICE Criteria which will be used globally in the near future. This first round of consultation for the GSTC MICE Criteria is open to all, and we also encourage you to share this message with your colleagues and network, inviting those who you believe would be interested and engaged in the MICE Criteria public consultation.
To take part in the consultation, kindly visit their webpage The GSTC MICE Criteria development underway – Join the public consultation where you can actively contribute to the survey until August 15th, 2023.
See the first draft of the MICE Criteria from here.
You can access the survey directly here.
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MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
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Robb Report Mexico
Whoever says that you can't get to know a destination through food is not only wrong, they haven't even tried it, and it's one of the most delicious ways to explore the place we're visiting, just like we did on our last trip to Vancouver.
Seattle Met
A new Michelin Guide picks out the best cuisine in Vancouver—and those plates say a lot about our neighbor.
Travel Pulse
Canada’s third largest city is a true gem for the LGBTQ community to discover.
2GB Sydney
Carolyne Jasinski joins Overnight to talk about some of the best destinations in Australia and around the world to inspire travel for all budgets and interests.
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RECENTLY PUBLISHED STORIES
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BC Day long weekend is the perfect time to soak up our beautiful province’s nature, culture, and history. In 2023, check out festivals, hikes, parades, beaches and more on the August 5-7th long weekend.
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See the stars of the LPGA Tour when they come to Vancouver to challenge for the 2023 CPKC Women’s Open at the Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club from August 22-27. The international championship attracts professional golfers from around the world, including past winners Paula Reto (2022), Jin Young Ko (2019), and Brooke Henderson (2018).
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For those who can’t get enough of pastries, artisan breads, and inventive sweet treats, Vancouver has so many incredible bakeries, from globally acclaimed chains to local neighbourhood favourites.
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Have you heard of via ferrata? Strap on a harness, clip into the safety line, then follow your guide as you scramble up ladder rungs and across cliffs with gorgeous views. Find out how to try via ferrata near Vancouver.
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In-Market Activities
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Helloworld Canada Roadshow
July 24-26, 2023 | Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney, Australia
The Helloworld Canada Roadshow will engage 400+ travel agents across three cities for a marketplace and networking event. As a plenary partner, Vancouver will be presenting on a panel to share key messages and product updates. Krista Alcazar and Megan Nelson will be attending on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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Cvent Connect
July 24 -27, 2023 | Las Vegas
Cvent CONNECT brings together meeting, event and hospitality professionals, client subscribers and supplier partners, to evolve and inspire the industry and their programs. Morgan Da Rocha will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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Focus Canada
July 27-28, 2023 | Sydney, Australia
Focus Canada Australia connects the Canadian tourism industry with Australian tourism professionals and media. This event consists of a dedicated B2B day with networking and one-on-one appointments with key Australian tours operators and a Media Luncheon attracting 60 of Australia’s top travel and lifestyle writers and sponsored by Destination Vancouver. Krista Alcazar and Megan Nelson will be attending on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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August 5-8, 2023 | Atlanta
Many of the American Society of Association Executives member organization are past, present and future Vancouver clients. The primary audience is senior-level US association decision-makers/influencers and meeting professionals. Jackie Kavcak and Meghan Feldstein 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.
Current Positions:
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