Name: Michael Trimble, Executive DirectorCompany Name: Gaslamp Quarter Association How have you changed your business in response to COVID-19?The Gaslamp Quarter Association (GQA) main goal is to serve the membership and promote the neighborhood to the public. While our mission has not changed because of the pandemic, our strategy and approach has had to … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight: Gaslamp Quarter Association
Top Headlines of the Week: September 28 – October 2
Each week, the San Diego Tourism Authority will gather headlines that highlight coronavirus' impact on the hospitality and tourism industries, as well as how the San Diego region is faring in these unprecedented times. October 2 Disneyland, Universal Studios at odds with California over expected theme park guidelines — USA TodayEvent Tech Flourishes as Events Recovery … [Read more...] about Top Headlines of the Week: September 28 – October 2
Weekly Hotel Performance (September 20-26, 2020)
Hotel Performance – Week of Sept 20-26, 2020 Room supply rose to 63,476 this week, returning the hotel room supply to pre-COVID levels.Room demand for the week was 237,954, keeping with the pattern we’ve seen for several weeks now with demand staying consistent at 230-250K room nights per week.County occupancy averaged 53.6%, again ranking San Diego 2nd among top markets … [Read more...] about Weekly Hotel Performance (September 20-26, 2020)
Member Spotlight: Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
Name: Patsy BockCompany Name: Director of Sales & Marketing, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina How have you changed your business in response to COVID-19? The safety of our associates, our guests and our vendors is our top priority. We have trained for and implemented rigorous safety protocols as we are a Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight: Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
Weekly Hotel Performance (September 13-19, 2020)
Hotel Performance – Week of Sept 13-19, 2020 Room supply increased from last week to 63,149, or 99% of pre-COVID levels.Room demand for the week reached 238,430 room nights, in line with past weeks, which have been between 230,000 to 250,000. County occupancy averaged 54%, again ranking San Diego second among the top 25 markets (behind Norfolk/Virginia Beach at 56%) … [Read more...] about Weekly Hotel Performance (September 13-19, 2020)