Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is Destination Culture?
Destination Culture is a Nashville-based destination management company that curates immersive, culturally-rich experiences for conference groups, meeting planners, and mission-driven organizations. We specialize in blending heritage, hospitality, and impact.
What types of clients do you work with?
We primarily work with conference planners, corporate meeting professionals, universities, nonprofits, and DEI departments seeking culturally meaningful event experiences in the South.
Where do you operate?
We're headquartered in Nashville, TN, but we curate experiences throughout the South, with expansion plans in cities like Charleston, Atlanta, and New Orleans.
Services & Offerings
What services do you provide as a DMC?
We offer full event logistics, cultural tours, off-site excursions, speaker booking, historic preservation experiences, transportation, venue coordination, and impact-based team activities. We also provide white-label services for external planners.
Can you help plan our entire event, or just portions?
We’re flexible! We can manage your full event from start to finish, or support with only the cultural, off-site, or logistical elements as needed.
What’s included in your group packages?
Our packages typically include transportation, local guides or facilitators, meals or tastings, curated activities, and impact components such as supporting local businesses or preservation projects.
Do you offer custom itineraries?
Absolutely. Every group has different goals, and we specialize in tailoring experiences to meet your mission, audience, and event objectives.
Pricing & Booking
What is your pricing range?
Packages start around $3,000 for half-day group excursions and go up to $100,000+ for multi-day, full-service experiences. We offer flexible options based on group size, experience level, and custom needs.
How far in advance should we book?
Ideally, 2–6 months in advance for full-scale events, but we can often accommodate smaller group experiences within a shorter timeline.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes, a deposit is required upon booking to reserve your dates and begin logistics planning. Final payment is typically due 30 days prior to your event.
Impact & Cultural Integrity
How do you ensure cultural authenticity?
We partner directly with local historians, artists, small business owners, and community leaders in each destination. Our goal is to elevate real voices and preserve the legacy of underrepresented communities.
What makes Destination Culture different from other DMCs?
Our experiences go beyond logistics. We design travel that tells a story—merging heritage, healing, and hospitality for truly meaningful engagements that align with DEI, CSR, and educational goals.
How do your events give back to the community?
Many of our programs include a give-back element—from supporting local vendors to volunteering with preservation efforts. We also provide post-event impact summaries upon request.
Support & Communication
Will we have a dedicated contact person?
Yes! Every group is assigned a dedicated Destination Culture producer who manages all aspects of planning and execution for a seamless experience.
Do you offer virtual experiences or hybrid support?
We do. If your team is hosting a hybrid or virtual conference, we offer livestreamed panels, virtual tours, and storytelling sessions with cultural leaders.