Inspired Insights

6 Destinations That Shine on Halloween

There are few better times of the year for a traveler to get into the spirit of a destination than Halloween.

Daniel Cuellar Lands as CMO of The Florida Keys & Key West

Cuellar spent more than a decade at both Continental Airlines and United Airlines leading their advertising efforts. More recently, he was chief marketing officer, Americas, at Qantas.

AI Has the Travel Industry Talking. Now Comes the Hard Part.

In its fourth year, the 2026 World Travel Expo (WTE) Miami is giving artificial intelligence its biggest role yet in its programming, dedicating three 45-minute educational sessions to the technology.

The Data Behind Raleigh’s $40M Red Hat Amphitheater Relocation

The 5,990-seat, 1.25-acre amphitheater has been closed and under construction since April 2025, making way for the expansion of the adjacent Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center.

Return Visitors Boost Baltimore’s Tourism Economy

When Visit Baltimore says visitors feel at home in Charm City, it has some compelling statistics to prove the point.

Study: Vacations Are Getting Longer

The Landing study, which polled 1,000 U.S. consumers, finds that vacationers are making do with traditional choices but wish for better accommodations.

Meet Sean Dixon, New President and CEO of Visit Colorado Springs

The destination marketing veteran is set to take over later this month as president and CEO of Visit Colorado Springs, succeeding Doug Price, who is retiring after nearly 16 years at the CVB.

Panama City Beach Defies Trends with Increased Tourists

The Panama City Beach CVB and Bay County Tourist Development Council reported a 6.9% increase for the fiscal year to date.

World Economic Forum Study Shows Record Gains in Travel

The WEF’s Travel & Tourism Development Index reports a record 1.5 billion international tourist arrivals in 2025, one of many positive signs for DMOs and other organizations promoting travel.

Sevierville Invites Visitors to Walk in Dolly’s Footsteps

Among the worldwide tributes for the legendary singer and performer is a new walking tour debuting in October in Parton’s hometown of Sevierville, a cozy community in the shadow of the Great Smoky Mountains.

How Visit Austin Turned a Convention Center Closure Into a $748M Marketing Win

The DMO was awarded the Marketing Momentum Award at the ESTO 2026 conference for a leisure campaign that generated 28,300 hotel bookings, $9.36 million in direct hotel revenue, and a reported $748 million in total economic impact.

Study Highlights the Importance of Travelers' Airport Experience

The JD Power 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Study found that passengers demonstrated increased happiness with their experiences at mega airports, large airports, and medium-sized airports.

Royal Caribbean Is Buying Into Sandals Resorts. What Does That Mean for the Travel Industry?

The merger brings together two of the largest brands in the travel sector and could have major ramifications for travelers once the deal is finalized in early 2027.

The Hardest Destination Marketing Metric to Prove? Whether Your Ads Actually Got People to Visit

A VDX.tv campaign led to a 7.5% increase in visitation. Here are the takeaways.

Dennis Edwards Set to Retire as President and CEO of Greater Raleigh CVB

44-year hospitality veteran led destination through nearly two decades of tourism growth.

What Will It Take to Reach 100 Million International Visitors by 2030?

Earlier this month, leaders from the U.S. tourism industry emerged from a White House meeting with an ambitious new goal of attracting 100 million international visitors by 2030.

Orlando Celebs Share ‘Common Ground’ with Travelers on New YouTube Series

Tripadvisor partners with Visit Orlando on inaugural video series promoting local experiences.

How One Destination Tapped into Its ‘Soul’ for a Feel-Good Activation

On June 19 and 20, the Augusta GreenJackets altered their identity to become the Augusta Soul as a tribute to the city’s rich musical legacy.

‘Middle of Everything’ Campaign Continues to Pay Off for Illinois

According to the governor’s office, the “Middle of Everything” campaign was responsible for additional 2.78 million trips and $904 million in visitor spending last year.

Destination DC Sets Record in 2025, Aims Higher with Upcoming Sports Events

Tourism in the nation’s capital rebounded in 2025. Destination DC is counting on sports to continue momentum built from the festivities surrounding the country's 250th birthday.

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