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East Coast USA Returns to Australia in August 2025 for Trade and Media Mission
Representatives from three of the East Coast USA’s most iconic destinations— Destination DC , Meet Boston , and the Philadelphia...
Aug 8, 20254 min read


What's Hot in Washington, DC July - September 2025
Fourth of July Celebrations in the National Mall | Photo Credit: David Lyons Summer in Washington, DC is marked by exciting festivals and...
Jun 25, 20258 min read


Engaging the Travel Trade: How “Sell Your Way to the USA” Drove Results
Brief Client - Visit Anchorage, Utah Office of Tourism, Travel Nevada, Destination DC, Grapevine and Travel Oklahoma. In partnership...
Jun 24, 20252 min read


Building Long-Term Growth: DC Product Development Strategy
Brief Client - Destination DC Campaign - Washington, DC Product Development Target Audience - New Zealand and Australian Wholesalers Develop products and itineraries with key airline, wholesale and tour operator partners in Australia and New Zealand. Idea When Destination DC appointed Canuckiwi to manage their trade representation in Australia and New Zealand, the destination had presence in the market, but the opportunity existed to strengthen and broaden product development
Jun 24, 20252 min read


Destination DC Special Agents discover why there’s #Only1DC
10 June 2025: Three standout agents from Australia and New Zealand were recently immersed in Washington, DC’s iconic landmarks, rich...
Jun 10, 20252 min read


Meet the 2025 Special Agents Heading to Washington, DC
15 May 2025: Destination DC is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Washington, DC Special Agent Academy. Congratulations to...
May 15, 20251 min read


Destination DC announces record visitation, fueling DC's economy
8 May 2025, WASHINGTON, DC – More than 27 million people visited the nation’s capital in 2024 – a new record – Destination DC (DDC), the...
May 8, 20256 min read


What's Hot in Washington, DC April - June 2025
10 April 2025 - Washington, DC will be awash in rainbows this May and June, when the Nation’s Capital hosts WorldPride 2025 . Celebrating...
Apr 10, 20258 min read


Welcome to the Washington, DC Mini-Series – Your Key to Unlocking the U.S. Capital!
27 March 2025: Destination DC has partnered with Destination Webinars to bring you an exclusive four-part mini-series designed to deepen...
Mar 27, 20252 min read


Destination DC - Launches Incentive for Travel Professionals in Australia and New Zealand Through Special Agent Training Program
Destination DC is excited to announce the relaunch of a new agent incentive through the Washington, DC Special Agent Academy . The...
Mar 14, 20252 min read


Destination DC - Pink Petals to Pride: Washington, DC in Full Bloom this Spring
The nation’s capital bursts with seasonal cherry blossom experiences, hot new restaurants, sports and international Pride celebration...
Mar 10, 20255 min read


Destination DC - Jennifer Lopez and Troye Sivan to Headline Historic WorldPride Music Festival in Washington, DC
RuPaul, Paris Hilton, Kim Petras, Tinashe, Rita Ora, Grimes, Marina, Sofi Tukker, Zedd, Raye, Galantis, Purple Disco Machine and More...
Mar 6, 20253 min read


Destination DC - Momentum Builds as WorldPride Washington, DC Kicks Off in 90 Days
The Stage is Set for the World’s Largest LGBTQ+ Gathering May 17 to June 8 The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA) has announced operational...
Mar 3, 20254 min read


Destination DC - Washington, DC Centre Stage for America’s 250th in 2026
In 2026, as the United States marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the milestone will be celebrated on...
Feb 24, 20255 min read


Sell Your Way to the USA 2024: A Week in Washington, DC for Agents
12 December 2024: Three lucky agents from the ‘Sell Your Way to the USA’ 2024 incentive program embarked on an unforgettable seven-day...
Dec 12, 20243 min read


What's Hot in Washington, DCJanuary - March 2025
5 December 2024: 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Washington, DC , with the Presidential Inauguration, WorldPride, the...
Dec 5, 20249 min read


Rebecca Gibney and Cameron Daddo team up as first-time visitors to Washington, DC
2 December 2024 - Renowned Australian personalities, Rebecca Gibney and Cameron Daddo, discovered the iconic and lesser-known side of...
Dec 2, 20243 min read


WorldPride 2025 Unveils Theme: The Fabric of Freedom
Washington, DC (18 November, 2024) – The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA), along with global partner Interpride, announced today the...
Nov 18, 20244 min read


Destination DC Announces Expanded Washington, DC Special Agent Academy
Washington, DC, 21 October 2024 – Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organisation for Washington, DC, has...
Oct 21, 20242 min read


Three Cities, One Story: East Coast USA Captures Australia’s Attention on the TODAY Show
Brief Client - East Coast USA Campaign - TODAY Show CEO Challenge Target Audience - Australian consumers Partners - Washington, DC, Boston, Philadelphia and Delta Air Lines Activation Date - August 2023 To increase awareness and drive visitation to Washington, DC; Boston; and Philadelphia from Australia and New Zealand through an integrated media activation. Idea Washington, DC collaborated with Boston and Philadelphia for the East Coast USA Roadshow, combining destination le
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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