(Newswise)–A new study has found that the average American hotel room lags behind the average American home when it comes to technology, and that hotels need to be more than a “home away from home” in order to satisfy guests. The study, conducted by University of Delaware professors Sri Beldona and Zvi Schwartz, was recently […]
Recent Rains Bode Well At The Flower Fields
CARLSBAD–Southern California has recently experienced winter storms that have blanketed the area with consistent rain. With less than a month from opening day, the team at The Flower Fields keeps a close eye on the growth and health of the crop…so far, they like what they see! “We’re excited to see that the fields have […]
Rancho Santa Fe Philanthropist Hosts Weekly Happy Hour Fundraisers To Benefit Local Nonprofits
SAN DIEGO–JoyWorks Network is taking its fundraising to another level of fun every Thursday for a charity-driven cocktail hour inside the cozy Huntsman Bar at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. Every week features a new charity so that Ranch residents and neighboring communities can band together to raise both awareness and funds. Every week, […]
Easter Islanders Used Rope, Ramps To Put Giant Hats On Famous Statues
(Newswise)–The ancient people of Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, were able to move massive stone hats and place them on top of statues with little effort and resources, using a parbuckling technique, according to new research from a collaboration that included investigators from Binghamton University, State University at New York. “Of the many questions that […]
San Diego Restaurant Week Returns In January
SAN DIEGO–Leave the cooking to the chef! The 15th annual San Diego Restaurant Week returns January 20 through January 27 for an edible extravaganza to ring in the New Year. The foodie-favorite week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. For 8 days […]
Shop Safely Over The Holiday Season
SAN DIEGO–During the holidays, criminals are working overtime and they are looking for any opportunity to steal your purse, wallet or packages when you are out shopping. It is easy to become distracted when checking your shopping list or talking with shop staff or friends, but crime prevention specialists say you need to pay attention […]
Beer Institute Partners With 96 Members Of Congress To Curb Drunk Driving During National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
WASHINGTON–(PRNewswire)– To commemorate December as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, the Beer Institute teamed up with 96 members of Congress – from both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate – in its annual public service announcement (PSA) campaign urging Americans across the country to drink responsibly this holiday season. “The Beer Institute greatly […]
San Diego Women In Tourism And Hospitality Launches New Website
SAN DIEGO–San Diego Women in Tourism and Hospitality (W.I.T.H.) revealed their latest move in “leading the way” in San Diego through the launch of the new website, www.sdwithit.com. W.I.T.H. is a program led by Clara Carter, founder and CEO of the Multi-Cultural Convention Services Network (MCCSN). W.I.T.H. focuses on issues relating to women in the […]
Essential Places to Go While Staying at Marriott’s Marbella, Spain Vacation Club Resort
By Danny R. Johnson/Travel News Editor MARBELLA, SPAIN–Marriott’s Marbella Beach Vacation Club Resort is located on the gleaming Costa del Sol, which is a dynamic and vibrant hidden gem and Mediterranean seaside resort on Spain’s southern coast. Marbella is situated on the Mediterranean Sea, between Málaga and the Strait of Gibraltar, in the foothills of […]
San Diego International Airport’s Innovation Lab Welcomes Innovators Into New Accelerator Program
SAN DIEGO–The first successful applicants have begun testing their ideas in the Airport Innovation Lab at San Diego International Airport (SAN). The first two focus areas are airport parking and easing the airport experience. Five companies were welcomed into the space last month: Baggage Nanny, FreedomPark, ParkConnect, TravelCar, and Vark; the companies will participate in […]