World-famous for its skyline, deep dish pizza, iconic architecture and as
a cultural mecca for residents and visitors alike -– it’s time to Choose
Chicago and join us for Destinations International’s 2025 Annual
Convention.
The Annual Convention is the premier annual event for destination
organization professionals at every level of their professional journey. Ignite
your passion and fuel your growth by delving into the latest trends and
innovations shaping the destinations sector and travel and tourism industry.
Connect with industry peers, engage in dynamic discussions, forge lasting
relationships and gain new insight and inspiration from leading experts – all
while experiencing one of the world’s leading destinations.
REGISTRATION
RATES
Early Bird
(March 4 - April 3, 2025)
DMO Member: US$1,195
*DMO Member Bundle (5 or more): US$1,095 each
Qualifications
*Qualifications and
criteria for bundle pricing are below. Code needed to receive the
discount: 25ACBUNDLE
·
Destination
MUST currently hold an active membership.
·
Destination
MUST register through their organization account.
·
Destination
MUST register all attending staff at one time.
·
Destination
MUST register a minimum of five (5) staff.
·
This
rate is ONLY applicable during early bird (through April 3, 2025).
·
Refunds
are not applicable; substitutions will be considered.
The
destination will be billed for any applicable adjustments if the above
requirements are not met throughout the registration process.
Regular
Member: US$1,395
Partners: US$1,695
Non-Member: US$2,095
The Non-Member Rate is available for CVBs and Supplier organizations who
are not members of Destination International through annual
membership or partnership.
Guest
US$350
Guest passes are exclusively available to Destination members and
partners. Guests must be spouses, partners, family members, or friends who
are not affiliated with the destination industry.
This registration includes access to the
opening and closing receptions and all non-ticketed meal functions. However,
guests are not permitted to attend pre-convention or annual
convention educational sessions.
PRE-CONVENTION SESSIONS
Destinations
International’s Tools Symposium Powered by Tourism Economics
·
$249
Funding Forum by Civitas Powered by The
Destinations International Foundation
·
Complimentary
for Members. (Registration Required & limited space available)
Capturing Your Next
Traveler When It Matters Most
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Complimentary
for Members. (Registration Required & limited space available)
REGISTRATION
REFUND AND CANCELATION POLICY
All registration cancellation and
refund requests must be submitted on or before Friday, June 13, 2025.
A full refund of the registration fee will be provided, less a US$150
administrative fee, for requests made on or before June 13, 2025. All
cancellation requests must be made in writing and emailed to events@destinationsinternational.org. No refunds will be granted
for cancellation requests received after June 13, 2025, unless accompanied by
valid proof of a medical or family emergency. Cancellations are not
eligible for future event credit.
Substitutions
A single substitution, per registration, can be
requested and emailed to events@destinationsinternational.org; further adjustments will be marked as cancellations.
Cancellations are not eligible for event credit.
SAFETY
INFORMATION
Your safety is our top priority. We have developed the
following guidelines and require all attendees to strictly adhere to all guidance
to make the event a safe, secure, and enjoyable event for all. Read
about the safety guidelines.
ACCESSIBILITY
INFORMATION
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible
experience for all attendees. Please make sure to provide any specific needs or
requests during the registration process.
HOTEL
INFORMATION
Destinations International is
pleased to offer a hotel block at the following properties that are all within
walking distance and connected via skybridges to the McCormick Place – West
Building:
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place (Host Hotel) starting
at $269/night plus applicable taxes (currently 17.39%) and fees
Marriott Marquis Chicago starting
at $259/night plus applicable taxes (currently 17.4%) and fees
Hilton Garden Inn McCormick Place starting
at $249/night plus applicable taxes and fees
The hotel booking links will be
available in your summit registration confirmation. Individuals must register
prior to booking your room. The hotel cutoff date is Friday, June 13, 2025,
at 5:00 pm local time. Please note that these rooms are available on a
first-come, first-served basis and may sell out before the cut-off date. If you
have any questions or need additional assistance with your accommodations,
please get in touch with events@destionationsinternational.org.