“We are excited to welcome Julie, a recognized leader in the tourism sector with an extensive background in hospitality and CVB management,” said SDTA Board Chair Daniel Kuperschmid. “Julie brings both skill and expertise along with a fresh perspective and passion for the destination that will serve the SDTA well to build on its previous successes and guide the organization … [Read more...] about San Diego Tourism Authority Names Julie Coker President and CEO
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Conference Brings Together Hospitality Leaders and Innovators on Feb. 20
Joe Terzi, President & CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority, and Kerri Kapich, COO of the San Diego Tourism Authority, will be speaking at the RARCON happening next month at the Hilton Garden Inn San Diego/Del Mar. The conference, which brings together the industry's most dynamic players to share their insights and intelligence on the travel and hotel industry, will … [Read more...] about Conference Brings Together Hospitality Leaders and Innovators on Feb. 20
November 2019 – Sales & Marketing Highlights
Below are the November 2019 sales and marketing highlights from various San Diego Tourism Authority departments. BRAND MARKETING During the month of November, SDTA invested over $1.24 million in advertising, delivering more than 193.5 million gross impressions. Advertising initiatives for the month included: Domestic Leisure Advertising Promotional The fall … [Read more...] about November 2019 – Sales & Marketing Highlights
November 2019 Hotel Performance
San Diego hotels in the month of November averaged 71.9 percent occupancy, a 1.8 percent reduction compared to 2018, while the average daily rate (ADR) was $149.08, down 4.8 percent from last year. San Diego occupancy for the month ranked 9th among top 25 markets, while ADR ranked 10th. Occupancy grew modestly Sunday through Wednesday nights compared to last … [Read more...] about November 2019 Hotel Performance
First-Ever, Women-Led Conference Promotes Diversity and Inclusion in Hospitality & Tourism Industries
In March 2020, Women in Tourism & Hospitality (W.I.T.H.) will host its inaugural conference in San Diego at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego-Mission Valley. The conference will bring together women professionals in recognition of their contributions to the industry while discussing current trends and challenges facing both the tourism and hospitality … [Read more...] about First-Ever, Women-Led Conference Promotes Diversity and Inclusion in Hospitality & Tourism Industries