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Plans for Balboa Park’s Plaza de Panama Unveiled

November 29, 2011 By SDTA Staff Leave a Comment

On Monday, November 29, Mayor Jerry Sanders and Qualcomm founder, Dr. Irwin Jacobs premiered a video that reveals plans for Balboa Park's renovation, in preparation for the 2015 Centennial Celebration.   http://youtu.be/thIW7Yt8m2M   This 10-minute video showcases plans to eliminate vehicular traffic from the park's central Plaza de Panama, to reclaim the … [Read more...] about Plans for Balboa Park’s Plaza de Panama Unveiled

BRAND USA Unveiled

November 11, 2011 By Joe Terzi Leave a Comment

The Corporation for Travel Promotion (CTP), created by the Travel Promotions Act of 2010, recently unveiled their new identity Brand USA, marking the first critical step to launching the country’s first coordinated global marketing effort dedicated to encouraging international travelers to the U.S. The mission of Brand USA is to grow America’s share of the global travel … [Read more...] about BRAND USA Unveiled

ConVis Public Relations Host National and International Media Tours

November 9, 2011 By Joe Timko Leave a Comment

The ConVis Public Relations Team hosted 3 media FAM tours in October, all showcasing unique and quintessential San Diego experiences to national and international media groups.     Romantic Weekend in Coronado Media Tour PR Manager Robert Arends hosted consumer lifestyle and regional travel for a timeless and romantic tour of Coronado. The four-day … [Read more...] about ConVis Public Relations Host National and International Media Tours

New and Cancelled ConVis Member Update – October 2011

November 3, 2011 By Brian Hilemon Leave a Comment

October was a great month for our ConVis Membership Team, who brought in 14 new members! Out of the 3 members that cancelled their memberships, 2 were businesses that changed ownership, and hopped on board as new members. We’d like to welcome our new members to the ConVis family!   New Members Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services kool. Party … [Read more...] about New and Cancelled ConVis Member Update – October 2011

Hotel Palomar San Diego Revitalizes Former Se Hotel

November 3, 2011 By SDTA Staff Leave a Comment

Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group recently announced that they have taken over management of the former Se Hotel. Reborn as Hotel Palomar San Diego, the new ownership promises to bring new life to San Diego's downtown community with emphasis to actively support and participate in the local arts and culture scene. The boutique hotel that boasts 183 guest rooms, including … [Read more...] about Hotel Palomar San Diego Revitalizes Former Se Hotel

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