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. August 21 Europe's travel windows are slamming shut — CNN August 20 Travel advisors weigh in on the holiday travel season — TravelPulseThe number of … [Read more...] about Top Headlines of the Week: August 17 – August 21
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Weekly Hotel Performance (August 9-15, 2020)
Hotel Performance – week of August 9-15, 2020 Source: STR, Inc. The hotel supply is back to 62,864 rooms, almost 100% of pre-COVID levels of 63,897.Every week demand has increased, and last week was no exception, reaching a high of 227,923 hotel room nights sold in the County.Occupancy averaged 52%, 3rd highest among top 25 markets and highest in the western region … [Read more...] about Weekly Hotel Performance (August 9-15, 2020)
Virtual Events in San Diego
Name: Pascale Senejoux, CMPTitle: Director, Event ManagementHow long at the SDTA: Nine years What is the demand for hybrid or virtual events? Is one type of meeting more in demand than the other? With facilities here and across the country closed for in-person meetings, organizations are turning to virtual events to communicate and engage with their members, customers and … [Read more...] about Virtual Events in San Diego
What’s New in San Diego
Portside Pier The long-awaited and much-anticipated Portside Pier is now open, remaking the waterfront while offering locals and visitors alike a uniquely San Diego experience. With its location alongside the Embarcadero, Portside Pier offers to-die-for bay views, cutting-edge architecture and four dining spots with cuisine ranging from fresh oysters to … [Read more...] about What’s New in San Diego
Take a Mini Workcation
With our homes being our offices, classrooms and everything in-between, some of San Diego’s finest hotel properties are offering up their beautiful spaces for more than just a relaxing staycation. Take a break from the monotony of your same four walls and enjoy a beautiful escape away that can also serve as your new office space. Office by the OceanLa Valencia Hotel Gain … [Read more...] about Take a Mini Workcation