LOYALTY - A strong feeling of support or allegiance. Example: Sue Mason's 30-year career with the San Diego Tourism Authority can be summed up in one word—loyalty. PASSION - A strong or extravagant fondness, enthusiasm, or desire. Example: Sue Mason's passion for San Diego and helping visitors have lead to a long and successful career in the hospitality … [Read more...] about Sue Mason, Director of Visitor Services, Retires after 33 Years!
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2015 Spring Marketing Initiatives
MARCH MADNESS: CBS PARTNERSHIP The SDTA will be participating in a media partnership with CBS sports for the March Madness NCAA basketball tournament. The program will run from March 19th through April 6th and will include the airing of the new :30 sec Signs TV commercial during the regional, sweet sixteen and elite eight tournament rounds, as well as the National Championship … [Read more...] about 2015 Spring Marketing Initiatives
San Diego Airport Expansion Update – March 2015
With the growing demand of inbound travel to the region, San Diego International Airport continues its improvements and development beyond the initial Green Build and Terminal 2 a few years ago. San Diego International Airport broke ground on a new consolidated Rental Car Center (RCC) on the north side of the airfield in October 2013. The RCC will house a number of rental … [Read more...] about San Diego Airport Expansion Update – March 2015
Annual Meeting Recap – Download Annual Report, Facts & more!
It was exciting to see so many people join us yesterday for our annual meeting. We are optimistic about the future of tourism for the San Diego region and look forward to working with all of our partners to build San Diego's global brand. We hope you enjoyed hearing from Visit California President & CEO, Caroline Beteta, about the importance international visitors will … [Read more...] about Annual Meeting Recap – Download Annual Report, Facts & more!
Congratulations to all of the HMA HSMAI Gold Key Winners
The Thirty Sixth Annual Gold Key Awards presentation, cosponsored by the San Diego County Hotel Motel Association and the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International, was held on February 26, 2015, at the OMNI SAN DIEGO. It was a fantastic night for the industry as our colleagues were celebrated for the excellence. We're happy to share the 2014 Gold Key Award … [Read more...] about Congratulations to all of the HMA HSMAI Gold Key Winners