(Washington, DC) … For the third year, Destination DC, the official tourism and marketing office for the nation's capital, has announced a special promotion exclusively for travel professionals. As a way to thank all those employed by the travel industry for making Washington, DC a top U.S. destination, Destination DC has partnered with 17 hotels to offer very special rates during the month of August 2015. Additionally Washington, DC VIP discounts will be offered at participating attractions, theaters, restaurants, retailers and tour companies. To take advantage of special rates, travel professionals can register online at http://washington.org/article/dc-vip-travel-professionals-month.

“We're thrilled to offer Travel Professionals Month once again this year as a way to reward the hard-working industry that helps us promote Washington, DC,” said Elliott L. Ferguson, president and CEO of Destination DC. “This is a great opportunity for travel professionals to learn more about the city by experiencing it firsthand. Whether it's bicycling under the sun on the National Mall, taking in a Washington Nationals baseball game at Nationals Park, or visiting the new American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial, there's no better time to visit.”

“We continue to be encouraged by the ever-increasing number of visitors to Washington, DC,” said Theresa Belpulsi, vice president of tourism for Destination DC. “This wouldn't have been possible without our important travel industry partners. Travel Professionals Month is just one way to thank them for all they do for us. Their efforts do not go unnoticed.”

For more information, please visit www.washington.org.