Don Welsh, President and CEO of Destinations International, highlights the growing success of their annual conference in Chicago, which has attracted over 2,000 delegates, including attendees from 28 countries outside of North America. Welsh credits the event’s popularity to Chicago’s accessibility and the global relevance of the tourism industry. He emphasizes how the pandemic reset the industry’s focus, particularly on destination stewardship, and underscores the importance of tourism’s societal impact. Despite current global challenges, Welsh remains optimistic about travel’s future, noting that people are still traveling regionally and are eager to explore once again.
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