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.
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What are the benefits of membership?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Submit a Member form below to join.* If you have any questions contact Membership Director at members@DestinationGreaterPittsburgh.com
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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
"DGP has been instrumental in bolstering my engagement with the tour and travel industry in the Greater Pittsburgh region. The members of this organization are a tight-knit community that always seeks to support each other personally and professionally and the meetings are always a highlight of my month. I’d recommend DGP to any restaurant, hotel, or attraction looking to make meaningful connections and deepen their understanding of the tour and travel world. "
Wendy Parkulo,
Manager of Group Sales and Community Initiatives
Pittsburgh Opera
"Being a member of Destination Greater Pittsburgh has been instrumental in connecting with other tour friendly business and attractions. It provides invaluable opportunities to collaborate with fellow members, from hotels and attractions to transportation and operators, creating a stronger, more unified destination. Through networking events, and industry insights, we’re able to showcase Pittsburgh and Western PA as a premier destination while growing our business alongside others who share the same vision. The connections we’ve made have not only enhanced our reach but have also fostered meaningful collaborations that drive tourism and elevate the region as a whole"
Dan Bickerton,
Group Sales Manager
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown
"In the short amount of time that the Northside|North Shore Chamber of Commerce has been a member, we have had tremendous opportunity to highlight our members that align with the tourism industry. Destination Greater Pittsburgh does a fantastic job of giving its members the platforms for exposure and supports each member to get actively engaged. This group promotes, supports and connects which aligns with our mission to grow the local economy here in Pittsburgh."
Carrie Nolan Robson
Executive Director
Northside|North Shore Chamber of Commerce