Santa Monica CVB Offers Customizable Training Program to Other Destinations
Unique Program Utilizes Tools Many Destination Marketing Organizations Already Have in Place

Santa Monica Joins The U.S. Travel Association In Applauding National Strategy To Boost Tourism
In a first for the U.S., President Barack Obama yesterday announced a national strategy on travel and tourism to boost travel in the United States.

Dine, Delight and Date in Santa Monica this Winter with a Chance to Win a Valentine’s Romance Hotel
Santa Monica is home to beachfront hotels, world-class restaurants and this January, Cirque Du Soleil’s OVO!

Santa Monica to Host Rose Bowl Pep Rallies at Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica Welcomes Wisconsin and Oregon Fans for Official Rose Bowl Pep Rallies at Santa Monica Pier

American Film Market to Remain in Santa Monica Through 2017
American Film Market Keeps Santa Monica as Home

Holiday Dishes Santa Monica Style
Celebrate The Season Santa Monica Style With Farm to Table Inspired Holiday Dishes and Beachfront Dining

Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau Named Best in Southern California
SMCVB Takes Top Honors With 2011 Readers' Choice Awards From California Meetings + Events Magazine

Experience the Flavors of Santa Monica With Distinct Culinary Experiences This Fall
340 days of sunshine, al fresco dining with ocean views, an award-winning Farmers Market and a laid-back California beach lifestyle make Santa Monica an international dining destination that attracts innovative chefs from around the world. It’s no wonder Zagat Survey has named Santa Monica the best neighborhood for dining in all of Southern California for two consecutive years.

Debuting Tonight: I Love Santa Monica Mobile
Santa Monica Convention and Visitors Bureau Launches the "I Love Santa Monica" Mobile and New Employee Uniforms. Ford Escape Hybrid From Santa Monica Ford Will Serve as Mobile Visitor Center

Live Like a Local, Endless Summer in Santa Monica
Santa Monica Offers the Endless Summer Experience. Extend The Summer Time Fun in America's Quintessential Beach City.

Ten Ways to Cool Off During Summer in Santa Monica
There are many things to love about summer! Sundresses, shorts, flip-flops and large floppy hats, sunshine, blue skies, sand castles, picnics and warm nights just to name a few favorites. But along with lazy afternoons and fun outdoor activities comes the hot, humid days that can put a damper on anyone's plans, confining even the most sun-loving travelers to an air-conditioned room. Unless you're in Santa Monica, where the average summertime temperatures hover in the mid 70's.

Santa Monica Celebrates "A" Water Ratings and New Whale Tail® License Plate
Santa Monica Celebrates! "A" Water Ratings for all Santa Monica Beaches and Participates in Stewards of the Coast "Whale of a Deal" Special Offer

Santa Monica Convention and Visitors Bureau Earns Destination Marketing Association Accreditation
Bureau Joins the Ranks of Elite Destination Marketing Professionals

Santa Monica: A Royal Romance to Remember
In feverish anticipation of the arrival of Their Royal Highnesses William and Catherine, Duke & Duchess of Cambridge in sunny California today, Santa Monica promises a “romance to remember” with special packages and activities that will inspire a royal romance in royals and non-royals alike.

Santa Monica: A Destination Fit for Royalty
California’s Most Celebrated Beach City is welcoming two individuals who are very celebrated in their own right this month, Their Royal Highnesses William and Catherine, Duke & Duchess of Cambridge. As the recently wed Royal Couple make their way through Canada and on to California, the state’s quintessential beach city is rolling out specially created promotions in their honor.

Wellness: Everything under the Sun in Santa Monica
Perched on the Pacific Ocean, with 325+ days of sun per year, an active, healthy way of life is part of the quintessential California beach city’s DNA. Thus, many health and fitness practices – trendy and endearing – have begun here, and continue to emerge.

Santa Monica Unveils Official 2011 Visitors Guide Showcasing California's Most Celebrated Beach City
Named Among the “Top 10 Beach Cities in the World” by National Geographic, Santa Monica Names its “Top 10” Beach Activities

Santa Monica Hosts 2nd Annual Travel & Tourism Summit in Conjunction with National Tourism Week
Event Addresses Tourism's Impact on the Local Economy and Recent Economic Impact Study Results

A Shopping Spree in Santa Monica? There's an App for That!
During LA Marathon Weekend, Download the Santa Monica App For a Chance to Win a $500 Shopping Spree at Santa Monica Place

Santa Monica: California's Most Celebrated Beach City
Awards Season Doesn't End After the Oscars, As Santa Monica Touts More Than 50 Accolades Received By Local Businesses And Organizations In 2010.

The Perfect Proposal in Santa Monica: Location, Location, Location
With its spectacular sunsets, sprawling beaches, peaks overlooking the Pacific and natural beach city charm, Santa Monica has long been a haven for lovers. In the spirit of love this Valentine’s Day, California’s quintessential beach city suggests some inspiring spots for the perfect proposal.

Santa Monica to Host PGA Golfers and Fans
California’s Quintessential Beach City Welcomes Northern Trust Open Players, their Families, Staff and Fans

Santa Monica Welcomes Wisconsin and TCU Fans to Southern California's Beloved Beach City
This month, thousands of fans will visit Santa Monica and Southern California for the 97th Rose Bowl Game and the 122nd Tournament of Roses Parade. Santa Monica encourages fans, alumni, players, coaches, cheerleaders and other VIPs to explore the quintessential California seaside city, with its 8.3 square miles of walkable streets and its 400+ world-class restaurants, sports bars, pubs, lounges and shops.

Surfing Santa is Coming To Town - Only in Santa Monica
Spot Surfing Santa On His Beach Cruiser For A Chance To Win Great Prizes And Special Prize Coded Beach Balls At Holiday Events And Local Farmers Markets

Santa Monica Hotels & Businesses Warmly Welcome Residents with the Annual Extra Bedroom Program
Santa Monica Hotels and Businesses warmly welcome residents with the Annual Extra Bedroom Discount Program for the Holidays.

SANTA MONICA CELEBRATES ITS 20th YEAR AS HOST-CITY FOR THE 2010 AMERICAN FILM MARKET (AFM)
Set To Kick-Off On November 3rd, Over 7,000 Industry Leaders Will Converge In Santa Monica For Eight Days Of Deal-Making, Screenings, Seminars and Networking At The Premiere Global Marketplace

Santa Monica CVB & Local Hospitality Partners Recognized for Community Efforts
Santa Monica Convention and Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) and its local hospitality partners will be recognized this month for their community support by two local Santa Monica charities, Virginia Avenue Project and Westside Shelter & Hunger Coalition.

SANTA MONICA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU (SMCVB) RECEIVES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FROM WACVB
SMCVB Takes Top Honors With Two Best Idea Awards. Also Received First Runner-Up Award For The 2010 Best Industries Readers' Choice Awards From Southern California Meetings + Events Magazine.

WHAT’S YOUR “10 BEST” IN SANTA MONICA?
Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau Invites Santa Monica Fans to Suggest Their “10 Best” List for a Chance to Win A Package of 10 Dinners for Two to 10 Santa Monica Restaurants

SANTA MONICA EMBRACES LUCKY NUMBER DATES WITH PROMOTIONAL CELEBRATIONS SURROUNDING 10/10/10
Multi-Year Promotional Effort Gives Meetings And Groups
Opportunities To Visit, Meet, And Celebrate In Santa Monica

SANTA MONICA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND OFFICERS FOR 2010-2011
Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) announced today the addition of new board member Raphael Lunetta, and the installation of board members Bill Doak and Ellis O’Connor as officers. All were officially inducted during last night’s SMCVB 2010/2011 board installation and welcome reception, at Tiato Market Garden Cafe in Santa Monica, California.

SANTA MONICA PUTS GLOBAL CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY INTO ACTION AT MPI CONFERENCE
Santa Monica CVB Invites Meeting Planners To Stop By MPI Booth #1432 And Join The Cause

TRAVELING MANNEQUIN SPOTTED IN SANTA MONICA
Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau Creates British Tourist Mannequin and Invites Fans to Suggest to Sandy Monica's Next Adventure for a chance to Win a $500 Shopping Spree To Santa Monica Place

SANTA MONICA WELCOMES SUMMER WITH OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES FOR ALL
Santa Monica, Southern California's Quintessential Beachfront City Invites Visitors and Residents to Make Their Summertime Experience Unforgettable with Hotel Specials, Free Events and Attractions

Santa Monica CVB gets High Visibility in Ireland with Innovative Travel Agency Contest
Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) announced today, the winner of its creative marketing campaign geared towards travel agencies and tour operators based in Ireland.

SANTA MONICA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU CREATE CUSTOMIZED SALES BROCHURES FOR AREA HOTELS
In addition to creating Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau's (SMCVB) Official Corporate Travel & Meeting Planner this year, SMCVB , in partnership with publisher Striker Media, also provided each of the city's conference-style hotel advertisers with customized copies of the publication, which focused on their property specifically.

WINNER ANNOUNCED FOR "SANTA MONICA SNAPSHOTS" PHOTO CONTEST
Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) has announced the winner of its "Santa Monica Snapshots" Photo Contest, which took place from May 7th-16th in celebration of National Tourism Week. The photo contest asked past and present Santa Monica visitors and residents to submit a photo of their favorite location in Santa Monica.

SANTA MONICA TO HOST FIRST-EVER NFL PLAYERS PREMIERE LEAGUE FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
Fans Welcomed to Enjoy Free Event on Sunday, May 23 with Rookies, Celebrities and NFL Legends. Top 2010 NFL Rookies to Meet Fans, Provide Coaching and Commentary.

SANTA MONICA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU (SMCVB) RELEASES 2010 OFFICIAL SANTA MONICA VISITORS GUIDE
Request a 2010 Official Santa Monica Visitors Guide and be entered to win a two night stay at Hotel California!

SANTA MONICA HOSTS TRAVEL AND TOURISM SUMMIT IN SUPPORT OF NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK
Conference Addresses the Importance of Tourism, Recent Economic Impact Study Results and Future Outlook of Tourism for the Destination. Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau Celebrates National Tourism Week with YouTube Video Series, Photo Contest and Other Initiatives.

SANTA MONICA PARTICIPATES IN STATE-WIDE "SPENDTOM!" PROMOTION
Santa Monica participates in state-wide "SpendTom!" Promotion to showcase tourism dollars at work and to support National Tourism Week. Over $4,000 in Two-Dollar Bills to Originate in Santa Monica to Illustrate the Impact of Travel and Tourism.

FRESH AND INNOVATIVE CUISINE MAKES SANTA MONICA A BEACHFRONT CULINARY HOTSPOT
Al Fresco Dining, 360 Degree Views, Fresh Farmers Market Produce and More, Make Santa Monica a Perfect Location for Star Chefs and World-Class Dining.

NEW HOTEL AND OUTDOOR MALL COMING TO SANTA MONICA ALONG WITH UNIQUE CULTURAL OFFERINGS
The Latest News From California’s Beachfront City.

Santa Monica Welcomes Honda LA Marathon Runners and Fans to its Beachfront Finish Line
Los Angeles' Quintessential Beach City Looks Forward To Positive Economic Impact As It Hosts The Honda LA Marathon "Stadium to the Sea" Course Finish Line and Beach Party.

SANTA MONICA TRAVEL LEADERS WELCOME BIPARTISAN TRAVEL PROMOTION ACT
Historic Vote in Congress Will Boost Inbound Travel to California
and Stimulate Local Economy.

NEW “I LOVE SANTA MONICA” BLOG GETS SET TO LAUNCH, FEB. 14, 2010
Local Community Invited To Share Its Love For Santa Monica Online.

SANTA MONICA WELCOMES PGA TOUR GOLFERS AND FANS
Los Angeles’ Quintessential Beach City Looks Forward To Positive Economic Impact As It Hosts The PGA Northern Trust Open Players, Their Families, Caddies, Staff And Fans.

THOUSANDS OF ATHLETES AND FANS DESCEND ON SANTA MONICA FOR ROSE BOWL PEP RALLIES AND READY FOR THE
Crowds boost local tourism business in Santa Monica.

SANTA MONICA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND OFFICERS
Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) announced today the addition of three new board members, and four new board officers.

SANTA MONICA BUSINESSES OFFER SAVINGS AND DISCOUNTS TO TICKET HOLDERS OF CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S “KOOZA”
Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau Launches Holiday Promotion to Showcase Participating Businesses and Give Visitors a Complete Santa Monica Experience.

SANTA MONICA GETS SET TO HOST THE 20TH ANNUAL AMERICAN FILM MARKET (AFM)
Santa Monica, Calif. (Oct. 26, 2009) - On November 4, 2009, over 8,000 industry leaders in the independent motion picture production and distribution business from more than 65 countries will once again flock to Santa Monica, Calif. for screenings, seminars, red-carpet premiers, networking, entertainment and more, at the 20th annual American Film Market (AFM).

Santa Monica Convention and Visitor Bureau Staff Members Continue To Build Their Expertise as Leader
Santa Monica, Calif. (August 3, 2009) –Santa Monica Convention and Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) is proud to announce that staff members representing the destination continue to develop their skills, training and leadership in the hospitality and destination management industries.

SUMMER ENDING? NOT IN SANTA MONICA
Area Hotels and Merchants Team Up and Invite Travelers to Experience Santa Monica's "Never-Ending" Summertime Spirit With a Third Night Free and Complimentary Attraction Package.

Santa Monica Welcomes Back Cirque du Soleil in 2009
Santa Monica is excited to welcome back Cirque du Soleil on their 25th birthday! The Santa Monica Pier, observing its Centennial on September 9, 2009, proudly welcomes the return of Cirque October through December 2009.

Whats New in Santa Monica- 2009
Santa Monica: The Best Way to Discover L.A.!

Santa Monica Story Ideas
Find Santa Monica story ideas including History Comes Alive In Santa Monica, Santa Monica's Beach Is Best - And Keeps Getting Better and Santa Monica's Active Lifestyle Gets A Playful Makeover.

Santa Monica voted Best Neighborhood Dining
Press Release: July 2008
Calif.—The 2008 Zagat Los Angeles/Southern California Guide declared for the second year in a row, Santa Monica as the best neighborhood/area for great restaurants in all of Southern
California.

Santa Monica Fact Sheet
Fact Sheet - Santa Monica, California