U.S. Travel Association’s Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) is a leading national forum where destination marketing professionals at the state, regional and local levels can walk away with critical tools, tips and information to help them better market and grow their destinations.

ESTO is a leading annual learning and knowledge-sharing forum for destination marketing professionals. This dynamic and acclaimed conference features four nonstop days of relevant, engaging content.

Destination marketing professionals attend ESTO to:

• Share best practices
• Learn new tools and techniques
• Network with colleagues and industry peers
• Hear the latest trends
• Develop leadership skills
• Identify solutions to challenges in destination marketing

An annual highlight of ESTO is the presentation of the Destiny and Mercury awards.

Destiny and Mercury Awards

State Tourism Director of the Year