El Paso, Texas – Visit El Paso, the destination marketing organization for the City of El Paso, was honored as the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) of the Year by the Texas Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus (TACVB). The honor was announced during the annual TACVB conference held in Austin, Texas on August 21. In addition, Visit El Paso earned the Best Website Design & Effectiveness award for VisitElPaso.com, further solidifying its position as a leader in tourism promotion across the state.

The DMO of the Year award recognizes the exceptional efforts made by Visit El Paso in driving tourism to the Sun City. Destination El Paso’s commitment to provide convention, tourism, venue and event management services to visitors, clients and the greater El Paso community contributes to a significant increase in tourism and economic impact for the city.

The Best Website Design & Effectiveness award highlights Visit El Paso’s commitment to enhancing visitor engagement through VisitElPaso.com. The website, which serves as a comprehensive resource for travelers and locals alike, received a major redesign in May, done in partnership with Hello Amigo, a local website development agency. The redeveloped website introduces a new user friendly interface, improved programming, engaging content and effective design, making it more accessible for online visitors to experience El Paso.

Jose Garcia, President and CEO of Destination El Paso, expressed his pride in the organization’s accomplishments, stating, “Receiving these awards is an outstanding honor and serve to recognize the effort, dedication and passion of our team. We are honored to represent El Paso on a statewide, national and international level and to be recognized for our efforts by the TACVB.”

The TACVB is a non-profit organization that supports and promotes the convention and tourism industry in Texas. Founded in 1972, TACVB provides educational opportunities, networking and resources to its members, which include destination marketing organizations, tourism bureaus and chambers of commerce from across the state.

Visit El Paso’s achievements at this year’s TACVB conference underscore the organization’s commitment to excellence and innovation in tourism development. As the city continues to grow as a premier destination in Texas, Visit El Paso remains dedicated to driving its success forward.

The mission of Destination El Paso is to provide convention, tourism, venue, and event management services to visitors, clients and the greater El Paso community so they can enjoy a pleasurable experience that enhances quality of life and generates economic growth.

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