Become a Member
Membership in Destination: Greater Pittsburgh is open to attractions, restaurants, hotels, destination marketing organizations and service providers with a focus on group tourism in Western Pennsylvania.
What are the benefits of membership?
Website & Social Media - Your organization will have a listing on the appropriate member category page of the DGP website. Additional opportunities to be featured are available via photo listings and promotion on Facebook which live streams to our Homepage.
Monthly Meetings - DGP hosts monthly meetings at different member locations designed to help Members get to know each other and the region better. Meetings offer a chance to network and build relationships with regional tourism partners; education and insight about the industry through speakers, programs and member spotlights.
Marketing Materials - You will receive listing in all marketing materials produced and distributed via email, mail or in person designed to entice tour operators, group leaders and other prospective customers. Additional opportunities exist in member materials such as a Monthly Newsletter.
Marketing Events & Leads - Your organization will benefit from DGP's participation in travel trade shows, tour operator sales calls and familiarization tours. All members gain access to appointment notes and leads. Active members have opportunities to attend these events and others throughout the year as a DGP representative.
Submit a Member form below to join.* If you have any questions contact Membership Director at members@DestinationGreaterPittsburgh.com
Associate Membership - Associate membership applies to those who do not fall into the traditional membership categories of attractions, restaurants, hotels, destination marketing organizations and service providers that focus on group tourism in Western Pennsylvania but those who offer a unique opportunity to raise the profile of Western Pennsylvania to travelers such as but not limited to: Board Members of a Toursim Associations or Foundations, those offering tourism based services to individual travelers, and travel based non-profits.
*To apply for Associate Membership in DGP please review and submit this form.
Membership Costs:
$250.00 for a single property
$295.00 for TPA organizations
$375.00 for multiple properties
Member Testimonials
“Being a member of Destination: Greater Pittsburgh has opened up many opportunities to myself and our organization. From generating a new stream of group sales leads to monthly meeting that highlight both networking, group sales best practices, and valuable educational opportunities. I highly recommend this membership to stay connected and engaged with regional group friendly service providers and the group sales market as a whole.”
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Stacey Magda, Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau
“There came a time in my career where I gave myself a goal to get more involved with an outside organization. DGP was brought to my attention by a colleague and I am so glad it was. I have been able to network with many professionals in my industry and have been able to experience Pittsburgh as a tourist! It’s easy to sell a city you love with people who share the same passions as you.”
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Alanna Fernandez, Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Washington Meadow Lands
“Joining Destination: Greater Pittsburgh has been an excellent decision. Not only does it support my professional growth and networking, but each meeting is informative on the Pittsburgh market, and what our city has to offer for incoming groups! Members are supportive and engaging I have learned so much in just the few months that I have been a member.”
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Elaine Zedack, Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
“Being a member of Destination: Greater Pittsburgh has not only been a great way for me to network with other tour and travel professionals in the Western PA area, but it’s also led to some fantastic collaboration on bringing groups into the area! Even if you’ve lived in western PA your entire life like I have, each meeting I still learn something new about the area that I am able to share with my clients! “
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Nicki Mulvihill, Sheraton Station Square