Why have Membership fees increased?

The industry has become more sophisticated in how destination marketing organizations (DMOs) market their products and services, and deliver value to the communities they serve. Travel Salem has evolved over the last couple years as well reinventing itself to be more in line with industry standards and progressive in its approach.

After researching membership structures regionally and nationally, Travel Salem developed a brand-new concept for membership that allows businesses to pick and choose which marketing options best meet their needs, and ultimately control their financial investment. The new program offers marketing options not previously available and the dues reflect this change. The dues are cost effective for the return on the investment – averaging $450 for an entire year of promotion. Membership with Travel Salem delivers tangible benefits through value-driven programs and services.

Travel Salem remains committed to a basic level of marketing support for the City of Salem. The following services will continue to be provided at no charge to businesses within Salem city limits – leads for conferences and events, weekly consumer and industry e-newsletter, regional and national public relations efforts, and leisure and conference advertising.