Zoom Webinar
Meeting planners shortlist destinations long before an RFP goes out, and they lean toward the people they already know and trust. Greg Star, founder of Driven Branding, shares how destination sales teams can use LinkedIn to build planner relationships that lead to more meetings business.
Kimpton Rowan
100 W. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Our annual Express Board Meeting will be held at Kimpton Rowan in Palm Springs. Because we know it's often difficult to carve out time for work trips during the holiday season, this meeting will be quick and accessible, yet still informative and fun. Join us for a PAC dinner on day one, followed by a half-day board meeting the following morning.
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InterContinental San Diego
901 Bayfront Court
San Diego, CA 92101
The inaugural California Sports Summit will serve as the premier annual convening of sports commissions, destination marketing organizations (DMOs), and key industry stakeholders from across the Golden State. Designed to elevate collaboration and strengthen California’s position as a global sports destination, the Summit will provide a focused, high-level forum for leaders to connect, align, and advance shared priorities.
Zachari Dunes
2101 Mandalay Beach Road
Oxnard, CA 93035
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach will serve as home base for our annual Board Meeting and Board Retreat next February. Our three-day program will feature timely guest speakers and panel discussions, a quarterly board meeting, and a PAC fundraising dinner, followed by board-only excursions and workshops.
Registration will open in December 2026. In the meantime, please save the dates.
Embassy Suites
100 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA 95814
Join us in Sacramento for our annual Tourism Advocacy Days, where the industry unites to build relationships with legislators, reinforce the importance of travel and tourism, and elevate the industry’s priorities. This event is vital to raising our visibility and protecting and advancing California tourism at the state level.
Registration will open in February 2027. In the meantime, please save the dates.
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
4000 Coronado Bay Road
Coronado, CA 92118
In 2027, we'll be bringing the CalTravel Summit (CTS) to San Diego’s Coronado Island! Join over 400 travel and tourism leaders for three days of compelling speakers, interactive breakout sessions, and unique networking activities—all geared towards professional and personal growth.
Registration will open in late 2026. In the meantime, please save the dates.
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, CA 91608
We've partnered with Universal Studios Hollywood to put on a very special networking event: a peek behind the curtain of how Universal's team executes Halloween Horror Nights, the top Halloween event in the nation. Includes dinner, drinks, dessert, a lights-on tour of a popular haunted house, photo opportunities, and more.
Meritage Resort & Spa
875 Bordeaux Way
Napa, CA 94558
In 2026, we'll be bringing the annual CalTravel Summit (CTS) to the Meritage Resort & Spa, nestled right in the heart of wine country. Over 400 travel and tourism leaders will come together to hear expert insights, get inspired by top-rated speakers, exchange new ideas, and build valuable connections that will help fuel their careers.
Zoom Webinar
Join us at 2:00pm as Travel Analytics Group (TAG) discusses its groundbreaking research that illuminates a new and deeper understanding of the visitor travel experience and offers strategy implications and applications to transform the destination marketing model and lead to destination distinction and competitive edge.
West Harbor
550 S Harbor Blvd.
San Pedro, CA 90731
Join us for an exclusive pop-up networking event aboard El Escudo—Harbor Breeze Cruises' flagship zero-emission vessel—for an afternoon of good food, great people, and a front-row seat to one of the most dramatic working waterfronts on the planet. Open to all CalTravel members, industry friends, students, and educators.
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Citizen Hotel
926 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Join us in Sacramento for our annual Tourism Advocacy Days, where the industry unites to build relationships with legislators, reinforce the importance of travel and tourism, and elevate the industry’s priorities. This event is vital to raising our visibility and protecting and advancing California tourism at the state level.
Zoom Webinar
Many nonprofits, tourism boards, and businesses are being sued for operating standard websites using analytics and tracking functions that are legal under CCPA. Joshua Heller, political consultant for the Reform CIPA coalition, will discuss how SB 690 can stop these predatory lawsuits and protect businesses, while still preserving strong consumer protections.
Zoom Webinar
Join us at 2:00pm as GuestOS Founder & CEO Jessie Fischer shares how AI-powered communication is being used today to support hotels, destinations, and events—and how these systems can work together as one connected experience.
Grand Hyatt SFO
55 South McDonnell Road
San Francisco, CA 94128
The luxurious Grand Hyatt SFO will serve as home base for our annual Board Meeting and Board Retreat. Our three-day program will feature timely guest speakers and panel discussions, a quarterly board meeting, and an aviation-themed fundraising dinner, followed by board-only excursions and workshops. We couldn’t have picked a more convenient and accessible venue, so we expect to see you there!
Zoom Webinar
Join us at 2:00pm as Pier to Pier Chair Patricia Keeney Maischoss discusses how the organization is reimagining how Californians and visitors move along the shore—launching the state’s first ferry service from Malibu to Long Beach and expanding toward Will Rogers State Beach. She’ll explore how civic infrastructure can be both visionary and practical, blending public agency missions with private innovation to create lasting impact.
Avenue of the Arts Hotel
3350 Avenue of the Arts
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Our first-ever Express Board Meeting will be held at Avenue of the Arts Hotel in Costa Mesa. Because we know it's often difficult for members to carve out two full days of business travel during the holidays, we've shifted the format of this meeting to include only a PAC fundraising event on day one, followed by a half-day board meeting the following morning.
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Zoom Webinar
Join us at 2:00pm as Wheel the World Co-founder and CEO Alvaro Silberstein shares how destinations and hospitality businesses that prioritize accessibility can unlock new markets, strengthen partnerships, and lead the future of inclusive travel. Through insights and success stories, Alvaro will outline practical ways to increase economic value through inclusion.
Fisherman’s Village Marina
13755 Fiji Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
We've partnered with City Cruises and Visit Marina del Rey to put on our first-ever pop-up networking event. Grab your tourism industry friends and join us for a magical evening yacht cruise on the Marina del Rey Harbor. Enjoy tasty appetizers, refreshing cocktails, and live music—with a fun Italian twist! Are you ready to head to the Amalfi California Coast?
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Everline Resort & Spa
400 Resort Road
Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Next Fall, we'll be bringing the CalTravel Summit (CTS) to North Lake Tahoe’s breathtaking Everline Resort and Spa, nestled at the foot of Palisades Tahoe in Olympic Valley. Join over 400 travel and tourism leaders for three days of compelling speakers, interactive breakout sessions, and unique networking opportunities—all geared towards professional and personal growth.
Today’s travelers crave more than just beautiful beaches—they're seeking authenticity, purpose-driven experiences, and meaningful connections with local culture. Join us for an engaging conversation with Astrid Emmanuelli, Senior Social Media Manager at Discover Puerto Rico, and Jade Broadus, VP of Business Development at Steller, as we explore how Puerto Rico has shifted its marketing strategy to meet the moment.
Citizen Hotel
926 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Mark your calendars for Tourism Advocacy Day and Spring Board Meeting at the Citizen Hotel in Sacramento. Tourism Advocacy Day allows members to build relationships with legislators, reinforce the importance of tourism, and elevate our most pressing issues. This event is vital to raising our visibility and protecting and advancing California tourism at the state level.
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Hotel Nikko
222 Mason Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Next February, we'll be bringing our Winter Board Meeting to Hotel Nikko in San Francisco. In addition to updates on the latest in California tourism advocacy and politics, our two-day program will also include insights from guest speakers, interactive discussions, networking opportunities, and committee meetings. Board meetings are free and all members are welcome.
Tenaya at Yosemite
1122 Highway 41
Fish Camp, CA 93623
We're excited to bring our Fall Board Meeting to majestic Tenaya at Yosemite. Our two-day program will include updates on tourism advocacy work and state politics, interactive discussions, committee meetings, networking opportunities, and insights from guest speakers. Board meetings are free and all members are welcome.
We will follow the regular meeting with a board members-only retreat the afternoon of December 4 through the morning of December 5.
The Seabird Resort
101 Mission Ave
Oceanside, CA 92054
We hope to catch you at the annual CalTravel Summit (CTS) at the gorgeous Seabird Resort in Oceanside, California. Over 400 tourism professionals will come together to share ideas and insights; build crucial relationships; and get inspired for the year ahead. And, as always, there will be plenty of opportunities to network and have a little fun in O’side!
