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EDC President & CEO Mark Cafferty: San Diego’s Innovation Scene

August 24, 2021 By Thega-Alem Berhe 1 Comment

Mark CaffertyPresident and CEOSan Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation How does San Diego’s innovation economy compare to other destinations? Over the past decade, it is not an exaggeration to say that San Diego has become one of the biggest tech hubs in the world. We’ve really broken through when you look at the sheer number of companies we have and in terms … [Read more...] about EDC President & CEO Mark Cafferty: San Diego’s Innovation Scene

GRAPE EXPECTATIONS

August 23, 2021 By Thega-Alem Berhe Leave a Comment

San Diego is not just California’s Beach City — it happens to be wine country, too. Here’s a look at a few of the city’s vibrant (and often surprising) range of destinations and services for both longtime wine-lovers and those who are eager for an introduction to local vintners. DOWNTOWN AND URBAN NEIGHBORHOODS Carruth Cellars Wine Garden 2215 Kettner Blvd., Little … [Read more...] about GRAPE EXPECTATIONS

Weekly Hotel Performance Update – August 8-14, 2021

August 20, 2021 By Thega-Alem Berhe Leave a Comment

Latest Weekly Hotel Performance – August 8-14, 2021 San Diego remains one of the best performing destinations among top 25 markets in the U.S. this summer.  County demand and occupancy declined to 328,238 room nights sold and 73.4% occupancy, respectively. San Diego’s occupancy stayed at third highest behind Norfolk and Oahu, both averaging 80% occupancy.Last week, San … [Read more...] about Weekly Hotel Performance Update – August 8-14, 2021

Top Headlines of the Week: Aug 16 to Aug 20

August 20, 2021 By Thega-Alem Berhe Leave a Comment

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. Aug. 16 Caltrans To Begin Clearing More Homeless Encampments—The San Diego Union-TribuneStudy Finds Travelers' Confidence Is Growing With Most Planning … [Read more...] about Top Headlines of the Week: Aug 16 to Aug 20

UPCOMING CONVENTION ATTENDANCE

August 20, 2021 By Thega-Alem Berhe Leave a Comment

AUGUST CONVENTIONS: American Academy of Orthopedic SurgeonsAAOS 2021 Annual MeetingTuesday, Aug. 31 – Friday, Sept. 3 Download Profile SEPTEMBER CONVENTIONS: Traffic & Conversion Summit 2021Monday, Sept. 13 – Wednesday, Sept. 15 Download Profile … [Read more...] about UPCOMING CONVENTION ATTENDANCE

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