33 Destinations Receive DMAP Accreditation at DI 2026

July 22, 2026

Portland is the setting for Destinations International's annual convention.

Destinations International, the world’s leading trade association for destination organizations, announced that nine organizations earned Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) status, recognizing their commitment to industry excellence and the highest standards of performance and accountability for DMOs worldwide.

An additional 24 received reaccreditation. The announcement was made at Destinations International’s 2026 Annual Convention, held July 21-23 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland.

Several organizations achieved accreditation with distinction, an honor reserved for those destination organizations that go beyond meeting the required standards of accreditation to truly showcase the breadth of their operation and their commitment to advancing the destination they serve.

“We are pleased to welcome these destination organizations to the distinguished DMAP community,” said Don Welsh, President & CEO of Destinations International. “DMAP accreditation reflects a strong commitment to organizational excellence, accountability and service to the communities these organizations represent. We are grateful to the DMAP Board for its leadership and continued stewardship of this important industry program.”

“Achieving DMAP accreditation demonstrates that a destination organization meets the highest standards of professional practice,” said Patrick Kaler, President & CEO of Visit Buffalo and chair of the DMAP Board. “It provides stakeholders with confidence that the organization has the leadership, systems and expertise required to strengthen the visitor economy and create lasting value for visitors and residents alike.”