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Old Town to Open First Food Hall
HOSPITALITY: Urban Market to Include Nine Vendors
Old Town Urban Market, a 7,000 square foot mostly outdoor-seating venue located at Miranda’s Courtyard in the heart of Old Town, is scheduled to open next month.
Local Hospitality Co. Plans Massive Expansion
RESTAURANTS: Rise & Shine to Open 10 Food Places in the Next Year
After expansion plans were put on hold last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Rise & Shine Hospitality Group is gearing up for a massive growth strategy.
San Diego/Tijuana Named World Design Capital
DESIGN: Economic Impact Estimated at $1.5 Billion
San Diego has been awarded many titles over the years, including the Craft Beer Capital of America and the city of tech start-ups. But as of this month, America’s Finest City has a new global recognition to boast about.
New Condo Development Will Include Hotel Units
ARCHITECTURE: $16M Project Coming to Oceanside
San Diego architect Doug Austin is planning to build a $16 million condominium and hotel project in Oceanside.
San Diego/Tijuana Named World Design Capital
San Diego and Tijuana’s binational bid to be named a World Design Capital paid big dividends Wednesday when the two cities were selected by the Montreal-based World Design Organization as the World Design Capital for 2024.
NWSL Names Newest Franchise San Diego Wave Futbol Club
Dubbed the San Diego Wave Futbol Club, the organization’s 12th team takes inspiration from the city’s coastline and diverse cultural heritage.
Strong Recovery For Travel Sector
TOURISM: Big Gains Expected by Spring 2022
The travel sector is in the midst of a strong recovery following the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the San Diego Tourism Authority’s recently-released San Diego Hotel Forecast Update report.
Loan Secured for Town & Country Resort
$148M loan
Supervisors Postpone Palomar Airport Plan Vote
San Diego County’s board of supervisors have postponed a discussion and potential vote to update the McClellan-Palomar Airport’s 20-year master plan.
SDTA Launches Accelerator Program
Designed to Promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Tourism Industry
More and more companies and organizations are ramping up their diversity and inclusion efforts.
Seven Mile Casino Opens Restaurant
Sammy’s Restaurant and Bar to Build New Revenue Stream
Seven Mile Casino, a gambling club located in Chula Vista with a reported $60 million annual revenue, is growing its portfolio of service offerings to build a new revenue stream.
Airport Authority Receives $25.9M
TRANSPORTATION: Funds to Be Used for Noise Mitigation Measures
Progress continues to be made in the fight against airplane noise in San Diego.
San Diego Voted Top Foodie City
S.D. Came in at No. 12 on WalletHub Report
San Diego has been voted the No. 12 best foodie city in America by WalletHub. This according to the personal-finance website’s “2021’s Best Foodie Cities in America” report, released on Oct. 4.
Approval Likely For Airport Plan
TRANSPORTATION: Update Extends Runway
San Diego County’s Board of Supervisors are poised to finally OK takeoff for a new, 20-year master plan at McClellan-Palomar Airport in Carlsbad.
More Than 100 Cruise Calls Expected Through May 2022
TOURISM: Estimated Total Economic Impact Between $170M and $174M
For the first time since March 2020 due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Port of San Diego has welcomed cruise passengers back.
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