Following the pandemic, travel seemed to undergo a fundamental shift with the rise of “revenge travel” and the emergence of the digital nomad who could take advantage of traveling without having to take time off from work. In 2022, overnight travel was certainly “vengeful,” with hotel visitors staying an average of four (4) nights and short-term vacation rental (STVR) … [Read more...] about Research Report: 2023 in Review and What Could Be in Store for ‘24
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Cool Reception: Weird weather weighs on tourism
Uncharacteristically, weather has worked against San Diego tourism for the majority of 2023. January and February each saw a big boost to hotel room night demand, but only because the Omicron variant wasn’t in the picture to derail travel in 2023 (as it did in early 2022). Average high temperatures have consistently run below average throughout the year, dragging hotel room … [Read more...] about Cool Reception: Weird weather weighs on tourism
Arts & Culture Economic Impact Report Released
Councilmember Lorie Zapf joined the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture (Commission), the San Diego Regional Arts and Culture Coalition, and the San Diego Tourism Authority to release the results of the 2014 Economic and Community Impact of Nonprofit Arts and Culture Organizations in San Diego, which highlights the value of arts and culture as tool for inspiring … [Read more...] about Arts & Culture Economic Impact Report Released
San Diego’s Tourism Economy Gains Ground in 2014
San Diego’s Tourism Economy Gains Ground in 2014 33.8 Million People Visit San Diego and Spend More than $9 Billion Fueled by an unprecedented, multimillion dollar marketing campaign and several new, innovative promotional initiatives, San Diego’s tourism economy scored its best year on record in 2014. With just two weeks left in the year, San Diego is poised to set … [Read more...] about San Diego’s Tourism Economy Gains Ground in 2014
Memorial Day Travel Outlook for San Diego
As we embark on an extended Memorial Day Weekend, San Diego welcomes visitors from across the region to enjoy everything our city has to offer. Holiday travel to San Diego has typically seen near-capacity room occupancy across the county and this weekend is no exception. According to AAA and Expedia, San Diego has a positive outlook this weekend. AAA Southern California … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Travel Outlook for San Diego