WORKATION IN THE CITY AT DSTNCMP²⁵

Discuss in the morning, debate solutions, weigh strategies—discover new things in the afternoon. The “workation” offerings are key program highlights at the15th DestinationCamp, taking place June 3–5 in Düsseldorf. Participants can now register via the Guestnet’s event app for six optional in-depth sessions, access to modern coworking spaces, and four exciting city tours.

MEDIA HARBOR AND RHINE TOWER – ARCHITECTURE AND VIEWS

The Rhine Tower rises a good 230 meters above the rooftops of Düsseldorf. At a height of 168 meters, the stylish M168 bar invites guests to enjoy a drink while taking in a spectacular panoramic view of the state capital. A visit to the M168 is the highlight of a guided tour through Düsseldorf’s trendy Unterbilk district. It is one of the smallest neighborhoods, but also one of the most densely populated and particularly vibrant. The old warehouses at the “Medienhafen”—the former commercial port on the Rhine—have given way to architectural highlights that now define the skyline of North Rhine-Westphalia’s state capital and stand in charming contrast to the renovated Wilhelminian-style facades.

SPOTLIGHT ON LITTLE TOKIO

Ramen stands, Japanese bars, hotels, supermarkets, and bookstores line the route from the main train station to Düsseldorf’s city center. North Rhine-Westphalia’s capital is a major hub for the Japanese business community, and “Little Tokyo” has been Germany’s only “Japantown” for half a century. Some 8,500 Japanese residents and more than 200 Japanese companies shape the cityscape along Immermannstraße and Klosterstraße. The “Spotlight on Little Tokyo” program takes visitors here , promising fascinating experiences and culinary delights.

DÜSSELDORF'S NEW CENTER

Green and urban—that’s how Düsseldorf described its vision for the future at the turn of the century. In fact, an exciting urban renewal has taken place since then, as the city tour “Düsseldorf’s New Center” demonstrates. The now car-free area between Königsallee and Hofgarten bears the distinctive mark of two star architects: The elegantly curved “Kö-Bogen I” by New Yorker Daniel Libeskind meets the urban planning vision of Düsseldorf native Christoph Ingenhoven. On the roof and sloping walls of his retail and office complex “Kö-Bogen II,” some 30,000 hornbeams form Europe’s largest green facade.

THROUGH DÜSSELDORF'S OLD TOWN WITH JAN WELLEMS

When Johann Wilhelm II became Elector Palatine, Arch-Chamberlain of the Holy Roman Empire, and Duke of Jülich-Berg in 1679 at the age of just 21, Düsseldorf flourished. Until his death in 1716, the member of the House of Wittelsbach transformed his hometown into one of Europe’s cultural centers. Great artists, painters, musicians, artisans, and scholars were drawn to the residence. “Jan Wellem,” as the people of Düsseldorf call the popular Elector, proved to be a forward-thinking ruler. Masterful architectural works and art from his era continue to benefit Düsseldorf to this day. The costumed tour “With Jan Wellem Through Düsseldorf’s Old Town” shows exactly how and where.

More than 280 participants from the tourism, hospitality, academic, agency, technology, and platform sectors are once again expected to attendthe DSTNCMP²⁵ from June 3 to 5, 2025.

On Wednesday and Thursday mornings, participants will gather for two two-hour workshops each—covering one of seven designated topic areas—or for lectures at the netzvitamineAKADEMIE. Those who wish to explore a particular topic in greater depth can sign up for one ofthe “in-depth sessions” in the afternoon instead of participating in the experiential program:

INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION: THE CASE OF JAPAN

Pierre Littbarski is well acquainted with the cultural and professional differences between the two countries. The 1990 World Cup champion is married to a Japanese woman and has a strong network within the Japanese community. He sharesfascinating insights with the participants of the in-depth session“Working, Thinking, Living, and Collaborating Internationally”— insights that can be adapted for use in the German-speaking tourism industry.

Meaningful AI Applications and Helpful Prompts

This session will explore how and which AI tools can be effectively used in the tourism industry. The focus will be on the practical benefits for tourist information centers and destinations, as well as on formulating helpful prompts to generate effective AI suggestions.

GET ONE PERCENT BETTER EVERY DAY

The "1% method" allows you to build on small daily improvements to achieve long-term, sustainable optimization. In this in-depth session, you can examine your own processes and work together to develop strategies for gradual optimization.

LEADERSHIP IS A SKILL THAT CAN BE LEARNED

Leadership is an art that anyone can learn and develop. This in-depth session aims to show you how. It explores the various facets of successful leadership—including motivation, team management, and fostering innovation— and highlights specific methods. Contrary to popular belief, Gen Z also needs to be led.

WHAT DO WE DO WITH ALL THESE DATA HUBS?

For years, the tourism industry has been collecting all kinds of information on points of interest (POIs), tours, and facilities. But what information is really needed? And how can the available data be used to create practical solutions? What data-driven examples from other industries can be adapted? The goal of this in-depth session is to develop concepts for digital tourism management.

PRINCIPLES OF A NEW UNDERSTANDING OF TOURISM

How can various stakeholders in the tourism sector work together more effectively to ensure long-term success amid tight budgets and political turmoil? This in-depth session will explore, define, and articulate the principles that will shape the future of tourism management and how these can be achieved and implemented. Catharina Riess will provide the introductory keynote, offering insights into the success factors behind Vienna Tourism’s internationally acclaimed destination management.

Ticketsare available at a discounted price of 1,300 euros (net) to tourism organizations, service providers, and representatives from academia . Tickets for agencies, OTAs, consultants, and system providers cost 1,980 euros (net). The best part: All tickets can be transferred to another name on the day of arrival at no additional cost.

About the DSTNCMP²⁵ Program