Tourism professionals at Convention and Visitors Bureaus – CVBs (or Destination Marketing Organizations – DMOs) are implementing some innovative programs to increase visitation in their destinations. We call them Tourism Best Practices, named one of the “Top 15 Tourism Marketing Blogs And Websites To Follow in 2018.” Start with a few DMOs leading destination development… Springfield (IL) CVB through a Lincoln sculpture exhibit South Padre Island (TX) CVB through sea turtle sculptures  McHenry County (IL) CVB through bike share program A cycling event – 16th Annual Tour de Elizabeth – is created by the Elizabeth (NJ) DMO Another event to drive…