Name of business: Pure ProjectFounded: Founded in Costa Rica in 2014, opened in San Diego in January 2016 How have you changed your business in response to COVID-19?Thankfully, much of our business model was already rooted and founded in direct to consumer retail. While our distribution was growing prior to COVID-19, we have always been focused on selling a majority of our … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight: Pure Project
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Weekly Hotel Performance (August 2-8, 2020)
While the local tourism industry continues to struggle amid the COVID-19 crisis, leisure visitation is providing a boost to the region. San Diego continues to be a popular destination with hotel room inventory reaching near pre-pandemic levels amid steadily increasing demand and room rates. The destination also is outperforming many of the top markets as the region’s hotels and … [Read more...] about Weekly Hotel Performance (August 2-8, 2020)
Top Headlines of the Week: August 10 – August 14
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 13 San Diego cruise business takes huge hit as lines cancel voyages late into the year due to COVID — San Diego Union-TribuneCounty edges closer to … [Read more...] about Top Headlines of the Week: August 10 – August 14
New SDTA Members
Now more than ever, it is crucial for the tourism industry to work together to support one another in a common goal—showcasing the beauty and diversity of San Diego to economically benefit our region. The San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA) is committed to not only helping lead the industry’s recovery but also assisting our Members as they retool and rebuild by providing … [Read more...] about New SDTA Members
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: SDSU GLOBAL CAMPUS
Name: Shara Tscheulin, Associate Dean, Professional & International ProgramsCompany Name: San Diego State University World CampusFounded: March 13, 1897 How have you changed your business in response to COVID-19? SDSU Global Campus is part of San Diego State University that provides learning opportunities to non-traditional students, including … [Read more...] about MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: SDSU GLOBAL CAMPUS