UNLEASH THE POWER OF TRAVEL FOR CLIMATE ACTION

6-10 OCTOBER 2025

EXCLUSIVE INVITATION

In October 2025, the world’s most innovative leaders of destination marketing are gathering in New Zealand for an immersive event addressing tourism’s climate impact and taking an exclusive look inside a destination where the green transition is well underway.

Destination Think is hosting its next Forum in Queenstown. This invitation-only event will bring together a small group of leaders committed to harnessing tourism’s unique position to benefit communities and our planet.

Forum 2025 is not a sustainability conference. It is a rare opportunity to take on-site tours of innovative tourism businesses, to learn from leaders already experienced with climate challenges and to start building your destination’s path to better tourism. While the event’s value far outweighs the emissions of flying to New Zealand, we encourage each attendee to invest in capturing the carbon equivalent to the trip.

QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND

THE PERFECT SETTING:
RENOWNED FOR ITS BOLD CLIMATE AMBITION, INNOVATION, MāORI CULTURE, AND ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP.

Forum is five days of on-the-ground experiences, working sessions, presentations and discussions to foster collaboration.

Essential topics include:

  • Installing electrification and circularity in destinations,
  • Addressing climate impacts of aviation,
  • Unleashing tourism-enabled environmental restoration,
  • Influencing systemic and policy changes to activate visitors.

This invitation-only event will bring together
a small group of leaders committed to
harnessing tourism’s unique position to
benefit communities and our planet.

kia Ora and welcome!

We’re so excited to host you at Destination Think Forum 2025 in Queenstown, New Zealand, 6–10 October. 

Over five unforgettable days, Forum 2025 will move beyond traditional conference settings to combine insightful discussions with on-the-ground experiences. Together, we’ll examine what the green transition looks like in practice, hear directly from innovators already leading change, and connect with peers to exchange ideas that will help redefine tourism for the better.

    event schedule

    Find the full schedule here. 

    Mornings feature collaborative working sessions, while afternoons and evenings are reserved for immersive adventures throughout Queenstown Lakes District.

    event Hotel: sherwood

    Home base: Sherwood
    Forum Kick-off: The event begins at the Evening Reception on Monday, October 6 at the Sherwood hotel to check in, connect, and begin the week.

    Free time tips

    Take a look at Queenstown’s top adventures and experiences, must-see sights, accommodation options, events, and local tips to explore the region during your free time.

    what to pack

    Forget business casual. Think comfort, practicality, and play:

    • Reusable water bottle (hydration is key!).
    • Warm outdoor clothing for walks, tours, and exploration in the mountains.
    • Secure clothing & comfy shoes (perfect for zip-lining).
    • Rain jacket — Queenstown in the Spring keeps you guessing.
    • Layers for cool mornings and evenings.
    transportation & getting around
    • Getting to Queenstown: Fly into Queenstown Airport (ZQN), just 15-minutes from town.
    • Local transport to Sherwood and around Queenstown: Taxis, shuttles, and rideshares are easy to find. See options here.