https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/every-visitor-counts-by-dgv--6072358enPlaces & TravelCHEK Mediahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/7fa733123b1559cb23116f780e277496.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/every-visitor-counts-by-dgv--6072358Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:39:24 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaDestination Greater Victoriaott@chekmedia.caEvery Visitor Counts is a podcast by Destination Greater Victoria. Destination Greater Victoria has proudly served as our region's official, not-for-profit destination marketing and management organization for half a century. As we celebrate our 50th...false969f84c3-86c7-51f9-a669-40033dda9bceepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-hotel-development-matters-to-greater-victoria-s-future-every-visitor-counts--68777701founder of Pelan Hospitality, Madone Pelan, about Greater Victoria’s hotel capacity - something that
affects travellers, businesses, and residents alike. Hear why planning for the right amount of visitor
accommodation is critical to sustaining a healthy tourism economy and a thriving community.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68777701Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:00:11 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaIn this episode, host Astrid Chang speaks with Destination Greater Victoria CEO Paul Nursey, and co- founder of Pelan Hospitality, Madone Pelan, about Greater Victoria’s hotel capacity - something that affects travellers, businesses, and residents...founder of Pelan Hospitality, Madone Pelan, about Greater Victoria’s hotel capacity - something that
affects travellers, businesses, and residents alike. Hear why planning for the right amount of visitor
accommodation is critical to sustaining a healthy tourism economy and a thriving community.]]>1372arts,business,culture,downtown,hotel,local,support,tourism,travel,vancouver,victoria,yyjfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arts-and-culture-as-an-economic-driver-and-visitor-magnet-every-visitor-counts--68777680economy. Hear why arts programming is not just something residents love, but an important
driver of overnight visitation, especially in shoulder and off-peak seasons.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68777680Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:00:11 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaThis episode explores the power of arts and culture as part of Greater Victoria’s visitor economy. Hear why arts programming is not just something residents love, but an important driver of overnight visitation, especially in shoulder and off-peak...economy. Hear why arts programming is not just something residents love, but an important
driver of overnight visitation, especially in shoulder and off-peak seasons.]]>1398arts,business,canadian,culture,downtown,tourism,travel,vancouver,victoria,yyjfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/media-matters-every-visitor-counts--65833161Learn more at destinationgreatervictoria.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65833161Thu, 01 May 2025 20:56:42 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaDestination Greater Victoria excels in pitching storylines that resonate with audiences both in key markets and worldwide. Hear about the powerful impact of Samantha Brown's "Places to Love" on one local business, highlighting how storytelling and...Learn more at destinationgreatervictoria.com]]>1338business,canadian,community,island,local,pbs,puzzles,small,tourism,vancouver,victoria,yyjfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boosting-local-business-every-visitor-counts--65318986https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65318986Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:00:08 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaBeyond the usual hustle and bustle of vacationers lies a strategic engine that powers Greater Victoria's visitor economy year-round - meetings, conferences, and business events. These aren’t just large get-togethers; they are vital in filling our...1522bc,canadian,destinations,economy,harbour,tour,tourism,travel,victoria,yyjfalse21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/advocacy-every-visitor-counts--65318942https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65318942Wed, 02 Apr 2025 17:13:50 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaThe Hawaii Martin Mars Water Bomber is an icon of British Columbia’s aviation history. With the advocacy and support from Destination Greater Victoria, the aircraft has landed a permanent spot at the BC Aviation Museum in North Saanich – an attraction...1552airplanes,aviation,bomber,corporate,guests,history,island,mars,martin,planes,tourism,vancouver,victoria,water,yyjfalse21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/6-50-years-of-marketing-a-world-class-brand--61289393]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61289393Sun, 08 Sep 2024 17:00:02 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaDestination Greater Victoria is first and foremost a destination marketing organization. Since 1974, campaigns have been creative, bold and exciting. They have showcased the best of the region and highlighted what makes our corner of the world stand...]]>2265bc,best,city,conde,crd,destination,greater,history,hometown,island,nast,top,tourism,travel,travellers,vancouver,victoria,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-50-years-of-championing-sport-tourism--61289382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61289382Sun, 08 Sep 2024 17:00:02 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaIn-person sporting events provide people with an opportunity to gather together and share exciting experiences. We travel in large numbers to watch competitions and cheer for our favourite teams – and as a result, sport tourism has become a major...2590bc,british,canada,columbia,competitions,economy,events,historic,history,island,sport,sporting,tourism,vancouver,victoria,yyjfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-50-years-of-welcoming-visitors-to-greater-victoria--61289374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61289374Sun, 08 Sep 2024 17:00:02 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaGreater Victoria is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. We rely on airlines and ferries to bring people to the region. For visitors, the journey is often part of the charm of getting here. Whether flying into Victoria International...2460business,economy,ferries,history,hometown,island,journey,management,tourism,tourist,travel,vacation,vancouver,vancouverisland,victoria,yyjfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-50-years-of-environmental-stewardship-in-tourism--59018277https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59018277Tue, 12 Mar 2024 16:11:33 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaA great place to live is a great place to visit. In this episode, our conversation focuses on how, over time, the tourism board has woven environmental responsibility and sustainability into every aspect of its work.2243annaversary,beautiful,canada,canadian,destination,dgv,environmental,exploration,greater,historical,history,island,storytelling,talk,talks,tourism,vancouver,victoria,weather,yyjfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-50-years-of-championing-growth-and-success-bellville-terminal--58950164Tourism doesn’t just happen. It takes visionary leaders, community champions and brave officials to come together and boost a visitor economy in a responsible way. In this episode we focus on the behind the scenes work of the tourism board, specifically looking at the story of Victoria’s Belleville Terminal. For decades, the redevelopment of the Belleville Terminal has been a priority file for Destination Greater Victoria and the broader community. Find out why, and what it took to get the redevelopment project underway.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58950164Wed, 06 Mar 2024 20:57:37 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaTourism doesn’t just happen. It takes visionary leaders, community champions and brave officials to come together and boost a visitor economy in a responsible way. In this episode we focus on the behind the scenes work of the tourism board,...Tourism doesn’t just happen. It takes visionary leaders, community champions and brave officials to come together and boost a visitor economy in a responsible way. In this episode we focus on the behind the scenes work of the tourism board, specifically looking at the story of Victoria’s Belleville Terminal. For decades, the redevelopment of the Belleville Terminal has been a priority file for Destination Greater Victoria and the broader community. Find out why, and what it took to get the redevelopment project underway.]]>2535bc,belleville,britishcolumbia,canada,coho,destination,dgv,ferries,ferry,greater,island,management,project,seattle,terminal,tourism,vancouver,victoria,yyjfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-50-years-of-building-greater-victoria-s-visitor-economy--58450990https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58450990Tue, 27 Feb 2024 22:47:48 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaFrom humble beginnings to #1 city in the world as voted by Conde Nast Traveler’s discerning readers in 2023, Greater Victoria has always been a destination of choice. Hear from the organization’s first president and a local historian to understand how...2193adams,destination,farmer,greater,history,industry,island,jobs,john,stories,story,storytelling,talk,terry,tourism,vacation,vancouver,victoria,visit,yyjfalse11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introducing-every-visitor-counts-a-podcast-by-destination-greater-victoria--58450909Follow/Subscribe for updates on our first episode!
Every Visitor Counts. A podcast by Destination Greater Victoria.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58450909Thu, 25 Jan 2024 23:01:48 +0000Destination Greater VictoriaComing Soon! Follow/Subscribe for updates on our first episode! Every Visitor Counts. A podcast by Destination Greater Victoria.Follow/Subscribe for updates on our first episode!
Every Visitor Counts. A podcast by Destination Greater Victoria.]]>70bc,canada,destination,destinations,globe,greater,history,island,locations,see,to,tour,tourism,travel,vancouver,victoria,visit,where,world,yyjfalse1trailer