16 April 2026 – Rugby fans heading to the highly anticipated showdown between the New Zealand All Blacks and the South Africa Springboks at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on 12 September are encouraged to turn match day into an unforgettable American adventure, with the USA capital, Washington, DC , offering the ultimate base for an extended stay of sport, culture and world-class experiences. Located under an hour by train or car from Baltimore, Washington, DC combines iconic

7 April 2026: Few cities announce spring like Washington, DC. From the Tidal Basin to its charming streets, the city bursts into pink for the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Free events include the Blossom Kite Festival, Petalpalooza at Navy Yard, and the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade. Hotels, restaurants, bars, and tours embrace the season with themed picnics, seasonal menus and high teas. Washington Monument - Washington, DC DC is buzzing with new openings and h

11 March 2026. WASHINGTON, DC – There’s no city more synonymous with springtime than Washington, DC, and this year, visitors have even more reasons to discover its annual burst of seasonal energy. Over the coming months, the Tidal Basin will debut a more resilient infrastructure, wider walkways and 400 new trees – 250 of which were a 2024 gift from Japan. Destination DC , the official destination marketing organization for the nation’s capital, is spotlighting special offers

15 January 2026 : Washington, DC welcomes the new year with a dynamic lineup of cultural milestones, major openings and citywide celebrations that make 2026 a standout time to visit. From headline-making exhibitions and performances to acclaimed restaurant and hotel debuts, the nation’s capital offers fresh reasons to explore in the year ahead. Capitol | Courtesy of NCPC DC’s dining scene continues to gain momentum with high-profile additions, including celebrity chef Marcus

13 November 2025 – Destination DC recently welcomed three of the 2025 Sell Your Way to the USA incentive winners from Australia for a week-long FAM Trip, in collaboration with air partner Qantas. Bianca Douglas Watt (Flight Centre Rouse Hill, Sydney), Clinton Griffiths (Globus Family, Sydney), and Maree Sterling (Travel on Capri, Gold Coast) experienced a five-night itinerary highlighting the very best of Washington, DC – from its must-see monuments to its lively neighbourh

Small trendy bars, big-name chefs, major sports make DC a hot destination this winter 6 November 2025 - WASHINGTON, DC – With a seemingly endless array of seasonal celebrations and ways to embrace the holiday spirit, DC shines brightly this winter. Discover beloved local traditions, like lavishly decorated hotels, European style holiday markets, tree lighting ceremonies and seasonal theater. Combine these experiences with a flurry of exciting restaurant and trendy bar opening

Travelers are encouraged to continue to enjoy fall in Washington, DC, including events, attractions, hotels, restaurants, sports and theater WASHINGTON, DC – Oct. 7, 2025 - In preparation for questions from potential visitors, Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for the nation’s capital, is proactively relaunching its “DC is Open” campaign. The purpose is to amplify the message that despite the federal government shutdown, the city is open a

4 September 2025: Washington, DC , Philadelphia and Boston , three of the United States’ most celebrated destinations, have partnered with leading travel operator Helloworld Travel to put the East Coast USA on the travel radar. The campaign, which runs from July to September 2025, is part of an overall destination marketing strategy which seeks to inspire, excite and educate Australian travellers on the possible experiences that await them in these major USA destinations. T