As many of you know, the San Diego Tourism Authority's primary source of funding is the San Diego Tourism District (TMD). Presently, we are in a transition period from the old TMD, which expired December 31, 2012, to the new. We are reaching out to provide you with an update about that transition process and the resulting impacts to our organization. By way of background, … [Read more...] about Update on the TMD Transition Process
Executive Update
Mark your Calendar for the San Diego Tourism Authority’s 58th Annual Meeting & 2013 State of San Diego’s Travel Industry on Feb. 14
The San Diego Tourism Authority’s annual meeting is a must-attend event for San Diego's travel industry professionals. Join us for an engaging and informative meeting to hear about how the industry performed last year, as well as the latest trends and forecasts. Hear from the nation's top travel industry professionals and discover why travel matters in San … [Read more...] about Mark your Calendar for the San Diego Tourism Authority’s 58th Annual Meeting & 2013 State of San Diego’s Travel Industry on Feb. 14
New Name for the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau
We have exciting news to share with you as we approach the new year. Effective January 1, the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau is changing its name to the San Diego Tourism Authority. As an organization that embraces a progressive culture, our new name now reflects the prevailing corporate naming of destination marketing organizations, domestically and … [Read more...] about New Name for the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau
U.S. Travel Association Continues to Champion Value of Government Meetings
The U.S. Travel Association (USTA) is fighting a proposal before Congress, included in pending postal reform legislation, which outlines the scenario of across-the-board reductions in government travel. The USTA is working to maintain "mission-critical" travel for government employees and has sent letters to both House and Senate leaders expressing opposition to the proposed … [Read more...] about U.S. Travel Association Continues to Champion Value of Government Meetings
City Council Approves Interim Bond Financing Plan for Expansion
Positive progress to expand the San Diego Convention Center continues. On Nov. 27, the City Council voted to authorize $54.4 million in interim bond financing. The money is part of the overall $520 million project cost and will pay for construction drawings, utility relocation and site acquisition. The bonds will issue after the California Coastal Commission approves the … [Read more...] about City Council Approves Interim Bond Financing Plan for Expansion