Visitors Services has been busy over the past month. Here are just a few of our recent initiatives and businesses that enhanced our volunteer efforts: United States Society on Dams held their Annual Meeting and Conference at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, April 12th. Visitor Services provided San Diego brochures and a Welcome to San Diego speaker. 25 … [Read more...] about Visitor Services Recap
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AAA Reports Increase in Advance Bookings
According to a AAA news release posted today, May 23, 2011, the Memorial Day weekend kick-off to summer will stimulate about the same number of Southern California travelers as last year. However, the survey projects a slight -0.4% decline in car travel and an 11.4% increase in air travel from Southern California residents. The good news is that San Diego was chosen most … [Read more...] about AAA Reports Increase in Advance Bookings
May 2011 Group Sales Client Events
On May 3 and 4, National Sales Director Jenna Bisesi and a team of members from San Diego descended on the Pacific Northwest for a couple of incredibly successful client events. On May 3, 41 customers from the Portland area, representing the corporate and association markets, joined our team for the event "Depart to San Diego" at Departure Restaurant. A total of 6 RFPs … [Read more...] about May 2011 Group Sales Client Events
Stone Brewing Co. Reveals New $20M Expansion
On May 18, San Diego’s largest craft brewer, Stone Brewing Co., announced plans to expand their current operations, making San Diego even more of a craft beer destination. Members of the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau joined the press for a special behind-the-scenes tour of Stone Brewing Co.’s current and future sites. Co-founder and CEO Greg Koch brimmed with … [Read more...] about Stone Brewing Co. Reveals New $20M Expansion
Mission Beach Is a “Best Beach Boardwalk for Families”
Family Vacation Critic reports: Ocean Front caters to outdoorsy people with Hamel's Surf Shop offering kayaks, surfboards, bikes and beach toys. Surfers have an alternative at FlowRider, a man-made wave generator machine that is easier for beginners to learn on. FlowBarrel also creates 10-foot waves for pros. A few minutes from the boardwalk, Belmont Park is an amusement … [Read more...] about Mission Beach Is a “Best Beach Boardwalk for Families”