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California Continues to Attract Global Visitors

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What hasn’t varied is the desire around the world to visit California for business, pleasure or both. At Outlook Forum, Visit California’s recent conference for travel industry professionals, research showed that the Golden State continues to appeal to attendees. Visit California’s Outlook Forum. Global Perspectives.

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Southern California Luxury Hotels Redefined Splendor

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The Evolution of Dana Point How did a sleepy surf town halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego reach the heights of Southern California Luxe culture? All 378 guest rooms, including 15 suites, were renovated in 2019 to bring the sand and sea vibe hues indoors. More than 53,000 sq. is available indoors, including a 10,000 sq.

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Smart Moves in California, Arizona and More

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Berry is general manager for The Portofino Hotel & Marina in Redondo Beach, California. Berry comes from Mosaic Hotel and Maison 140, both in Beverly Hills, California, where he worked as general manager. This move marks a return to Visit Mesa for Shircel, having worked as its public relations and communication intern in 2019.

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Making a Splash With the California Mermaid Convention

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The California Mermaid Convention met for the first time as a virtual event in 2020. Those kindred spirits attend the California Mermaid Convention, which started as Mermaid Weekend in Sacramento before growing to a full convention in 2019. California Mermaid Convention. Illustration by Carmen Segovia). Swimmingly Well.

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California: Meet Where Sustainable Innovation Lives

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Advances in technology and operations make California a leader in earth-friendly gathering. California innovators are actively inventing a more sustainable future in and out of the ballroom. In Southern California, “ecopreneurs” are innovating the fueling of sprinter vans, alternatives to single-use plastics and much more.

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Top 3 California Music Festivals You Don’t Want To Miss In 2019

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California is known for its warm weather, lavish lifestyles, and booming technology industry. From Northern to Southern California, festivals are continuously being held year-round and people from all over the world travel to partake in these events. Coachella Valley Music and Art Festival | April 12–14 + 19– 21, 2019.

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California: Meet Where Sustainable Innovation Lives

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Advances in technology and operations make California a leader in earth-friendly gathering. California innovators are actively inventing a more sustainable future in and out of the ballroom. In Southern California, “ecopreneurs” are innovating the fueling of sprinter vans, alternatives to single-use plastics and much more.