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We are thrilled to share that Victoria, B.C. has been recognized as the #1 Small City in the World by Condé Nast Traveler’s discerning readers for the second consecutive year! This prestigious accolade is a testament to the vibrant culture, sustainable living, and unique blend of old-world charm and new-world experiences that our beautiful waterfront capital offers. “We are humbled and grateful to be recognized for a second time as the #1 Small City in the World by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler,” said Paul Nursey ICD.D, CEO of Destination Greater Victoria (DGV). “During 2020 and 2021, Destination Greater Victoria transformed its business model, aiming to maximize recovery and success for our members. A key aspect was focusing on earned media, especially in the U.S. market, to set a global tone. It is evident that our brand message is resonating with our target audiences. Achieving #1 Small City in the World by Conde Nast Traveler reflects the success of this strategy for our member businesses and communities.” Sound research is the foundation for producing strong results. Thanks to the ongoing research and analytics that informs Destination Greater Victoria’s marketing activities, the average stay in Victoria has grown to 3.6 nights, up from 2.8 in 2023 and 2.3 in 2019. Interest in visitation to Greater Victoria has increased year-over-year, and those who intend to travel have Greater Victoria high on their list of destinations. More than 575,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers across the United States submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look at the places they eagerly anticipate revisiting. The Readers' Choice Awards, with their unparalleled legacy as the travel industry's longest-running and most prestigious accolades, remain the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector. The full list of winners can be found here: https://lnkd.in/d2_AmgJB #VictoriaBC #TravelAwards #SustainableTravel #TopDestination #CondéNastTraveler Condé Nast

Victoria Rising's "People on the Rise" series showcases the individuals creating an exciting buzz in the creative capital where ideas shine, people thrive and entrepreneurs grow. Watch and read their stories to see what makes this region such a special place to live, work and thrive. Profiles feature doctors, entrepreneurs, innovators and artists. Watch: https://lnkd.in/g4WDGaYg #victoriarising #greatervictoria Open Ocean Robotics KWENCH FreshWorks Studio (now EY Design Studio)

IMPACT 2025 returns to Victoria, BC on January 27 - 29, 2025, with Day of IMPACT on January 26! Join attendees from around the globe for a transformative four-day event dedicated to the dialogue of sustainable and regenerative tourism. Our annual Global Summit in Victoria, BC unites DMOs, tourism operators, government, Indigenous leaders and more to ignite discussion and confront industry challenges head on. This year, we will be exploring three key themes influencing the tourism industry: 🔹 Human Connection to Place 🔹 Biodiversity & Resilience 🔹 Driving Action & Future Initiatives Join us at IMPACT 2025 to take action towards positive, sustainable growth of tourism as a key economic and environmental driver, benefitting destinations for years to come. Register today via www.impactnational.ca!