Joe Terzi, President and CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority, was recognized with the F. Norman Clark Tourism Champion of the Year at the 37th Annual California Travel Summit. The F. Norman Clark Tourism Champion of the Year Award recognizes excellence in California tourism, for activities in a specific year, or to recognize a body of work in tourism. The award recognizes … [Read more...] about SDTA President Joe Terzi Earns Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award
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SDTA Wins the 2019 Destiny Award for International Marketing
A co-op campaign launched by SDTA in partnership with the San Francisco Travel Association won first place in International Marketing at the 2019 U.S. Travel ESTO Destiny Awards. The “Best of California” Campaign showcased the links between the two cities, highlighting the unique outdoor, culinary and culture experiences offered in each of the iconic cities. Building on a … [Read more...] about SDTA Wins the 2019 Destiny Award for International Marketing
SDTA Wins Best of California Campaign at LA Addy’s
Campaign Background In 2017, approximately 3 million Chinese tourists visited the U.S., with that number expected to increase to 4.5 million by 2022. California, alone, received 1.4 million Chinese visitors this year due to the rising popularity of cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco. San Diego, CA is also rising in popularity but still faces low awareness in China. … [Read more...] about SDTA Wins Best of California Campaign at LA Addy’s
February 2019 – Sales & Marketing Highlights
Below are the February 2019 sales & marketing highlights from various departments from the San Diego Tourism Authority. BRAND MARKETING SDTA invested over $4.1 million during the month of February in advertising efforts delivering more than 191 million gross impressions. Key initiatives include for the month included: BRAND CAMPAIGN SDTA’s “Something to Smile About” … [Read more...] about February 2019 – Sales & Marketing Highlights
You’re Invited to Arts & Craft
YOU’RE INVITED TO ARTS & CRAFT Come enjoy an evening filled with arts and craft – beer that is – in the always picturesque Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park. Check out the work of the village’s more than 200 resident artists or make some art of your own with lessons in painting, pottery and more. There will be unlimited tastings from some of San Diego’s best craft … [Read more...] about You’re Invited to Arts & Craft