National Geographic Traveler magazine has selected San Diego/Tijuana as one of 20 "Best of the World" destinations. The December 2015/January 2016 issue and the award-winning website will include the fifth annual list of recipients. A worldwide network of editors, writers and explorers curated the list after a competitive selection and review process. “The … [Read more...] about Best of the World: San Diego/Tijuana Selected by National Geographic Traveler Magazine
Accolades
Joe Terzi recognized with SDX Industry Leadership Award
SDTA President & CEO Joe Terzi was recognized by SDX, San Diego Marketing Association with the Industry Leadership Award. The 2015 SDX Brand Diego Awards banquet was held at Tom Hams Lighthouse on Harbor Island. Joe accepted the award with a pre-recorded message to the sell-out audience. Former SDTA Board Chairman Rod LaBranche accepted the award in person on Joe's behalf. … [Read more...] about Joe Terzi recognized with SDX Industry Leadership Award
San Diego Named as Smart21 Intelligent Community
Hot off the buzz from National Geographic Channel's World's Smart Cities: San Diego documentary, San Diego continues to be a beacon of innovation for the rest of the world. The Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) named the top 21 Smart Communities for 2016 and San Diego is one of only two U.S. cities among the nominees. With this nomination, our city advances to be in contention … [Read more...] about San Diego Named as Smart21 Intelligent Community
Balboa Park Recognized on list of 2015 Great Public Spaces in America
The American Planning Association (APA) released its annual list of Great Places in America and San Diego's Balboa Park earned recognition on this exclusive list. Since 2007, the Great Places in America list recognizes unique and extraordinary neighborhoods, streets and public spaces. The locations that top the list incorporate forward-thinking planning while showcasing unique … [Read more...] about Balboa Park Recognized on list of 2015 Great Public Spaces in America
San Diego Tourism Authority receives Gold Service Elite Award
Hard work, dedication and innovation pay off! San Diego Tourism Authority has been honored with a highly distinguished award by the readers of Meetings & Conventions magazine. The 2015 Gold Service Elite award was established to acknowledge the “best of the best”—the Top 5 convention and visitors bureaus—as measured by total votes cast - among all Gold Service winners. "We … [Read more...] about San Diego Tourism Authority receives Gold Service Elite Award