2026 Visitor Services Summit
EXPLORE: Where Community and Experience Connect
July 21, 2026 | Portland, OR, USA
2026 Visitor Services Summit
Kick off Annual Convention week with a full day of inspiration, innovation and connection at the 2026 Visitor Services Summit.
Designed for visitor experience and community engagement professionals, this immersive gathering explores new and innovative ways to leverage your visitor center as a powerful tool for building brand awareness, strengthening community connections and elevating the destination experience. Re-envision the evolving role of visitor services and discover practical strategies you can put into action right away.
Through interactive sessions and peer-to-peer dialogue, you’ll share key learnings, challenges, successes and best practices with colleagues who understand the vital role visitor services plays in shaping both visitor and resident experience.
Small Destination Scholarships
The Destinations International Foundation is pleased to offer eligible employees of small destination organizations ($3Million or less operating budgets) opportunities for registration scholarships to attend the 2026 Visitor Services Summit, as well as one CDME Summer course.
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DMO Member Rates
Standard Rate (Through June 25)
US$650
Last Chance Rate (Starting June 26)
US$800
DMO Non-Member Rates
Standard Rate (Through June 25)
US$975
Last Chance Rate (Starting June 26)
US$1,125
Partner Rates
Standard Rate
US$650
Partners: Please note that a 2026 partnership is required to attend this event, and not all partner tiers are eligible. Member/Non-member rates apply only to destination organizations. Please consult your partnership agreement or contact [email protected] if you have any questions.
Location & Travel Information
2026 Annual Convention and Visitor Services Summit will take place at the Oregon Convention Center.
777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, OR 97232
The Oregon Convention Center is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for its visitors. Visit the OCC website to learn more about facility accessibility, services and how to make an accommodation request.
45.528718844846, -122.66260763309
Hotel Information
Destinations International is pleased to offer a variety of hotel accommodations to meet all attendees' needs.
The hotel cutoff date is Thursday, June 25. Please note that these rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and may sell out before the cut-off date.
- Hyatt Regency Portland at Oregon Convention Center - starting at $249/night plus applicable taxes (currently 16%) and fees | 0.1 miles
- Hilton Portland Downtown - starting at $199/night plus applicable taxes (currently 16%) and fees | 1.8 miles (shuttle services will be provided)
- The Duniway Portland - starting at $209/night plus applicable taxes (currently 16%) and fees | 1.8 miles (shuttle services will be provided)
- Courtyard by Marriott Portland Convention Center - starting at $209/night plus applicable taxes (currently 16%) and fees | 0.3 miles
- Hotel Eastlund - starting at $209/night plus applicable taxes (currently 16%) and fees | 0.2 miles
- The Nines Hotel Portland - starting at $239/night plus applicable taxes (currently 17%) and fees | 1.7 miles (shuttle services will be provided)
To receive the group room block rate, individuals must first register for the event. The direct hotel booking link will be included in the registration confirmation email.
The Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center provides clear information online about its accessible public areas and routes, accommodations in guest rooms and parking and transportation. This property is a four-minute walk from the OCC.
Airline Travel Discounts
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for Destinations International. Please click here to book your flights.
You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY4D
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.
For those flying through Portland International Airport (PDX), visit their accessibility page for important information pertaining to mobility assistance, vision support, hearing support and non-apparent disabilities.
Alaska Airlines is excited to extend an exclusive discount code to Destinations International attendees. To use the code, please go online to alaskaair.com and input the Discount Code (ECMQ068) when searching for flights. The discount will be applied to any flights meeting the contract parameters below:
Departure City(s): Any Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air/Hawaiian Airlines US city or Reykjavik, Iceland
Meeting City: Portland, Oregon
Beginning Travel Date: July 17, 2026
Last Travel Date: July 27, 2026
Blackout Dates: None
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