Santa Monica Travel & Tourism

Santa Monica Travel & Tourism is overjoyed to be named North America’s Leading Tourist Board by the World Travel Awards! The World Travel Awards celebrate excellence across the travel and hospitality industries around the globe. We love working here and are so excited to see this prestigious organization acknowledge our team. And the accolades keep coming for our destination as Santa Monica was officially awarded North America’s Leading Beach Destination! Check out the full list of winners here: https://lnkd.in/d4fc7cQN

We’re honored Santa Monica State Beach has been named one of the 50 best beaches in Southern California by Los Angeles Times! With 3.5 miles of shimmering coastline, the iconic Santa Monica Pier, the scenic Marvin Braude Bike Trail and broad sandy shores perfect for beach volleyball, our world-famous beach offers something for all ages. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/de5e8X4Z

Calling all foodies! More than 30 Santa Monica restaurants are participating in Dine LA, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board's signature Restaurant Week program. Beginning today and running through Friday, July 26, diners can enjoy exclusive offers at a diverse selection of restaurants across our beach city. Santa Monica’s rich culinary scene draws in locals and visitors from around the globe with Dine LA being one of the best ways to eat your way around the city. Don’t miss your chance to save with these curated prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gYSwjcG4

Did you know 8 of our top-rated Santa Monica hotels offer overnight guests complimentary parking? Visitors can save big on their next trip to Santa Monica by booking accommodations that offer plentiful amenities and exploring countless free activities available in our urban beach city this summer.    Find more ways to save on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gGnaa_KT

Happy 4th of July from all of us at Santa Monica Travel & Tourism!

We’re beyond delighted that top British newspaper The Times has highlighted Santa Monica as the perfect base to explore Southern California! In Santa Monica you’ll find all of the glitz and glamor of Hollywood along our magical coastline. Writer Fiona McCarthy's gorgeous review of The Georgian Hotel calls the renovated property "a magnet for the Hollywood elite who reside in this area, often dubbed the 'westside' of LA." #Travel #SeeSantaMonica Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gQwQC7R9

We're so proud of our very own Shore Hotel!

Culture Trip has named Santa Monica the coolest coastal city in California! The new guide from Cassam Looch highlights our leading arts and culture scene, inviting restaurants and icons like the Route 66 End of the Trail sign on the Santa Monica Pier. The article also highlights our 40 world-class hotel options including The Fairmont Miramar Hotel Santa Monica, Huntley Santa Monica Beach, Hotel Casa Del Mar, Shutters on the Beach and Proper Hospitality. https://lnkd.in/gzGeYb5p

Taylor Swift is in London this week, bringing all eyes to the United Kingdom! But did you know that Santa Monica is a top choice for British travelers? Cosmopolitan UK recently published a must-read travel guide by Amber O’Connor on how to discover our urban beach city's glitz and glam and laid-back charm like a celebrity. From our world-class hotels and renowned restaurants to the iconic coastline and rich arts scene, Santa Monica makes for the ideal getaway this summer. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gBmaji7N

Canada is the leading international market for visitation to Santa Monica. Last week we traveled to Montreal and Toronto for our Canada Sales and Media Mission, connecting with key sales partners and journalists in Montreal and Toronto. Our annual mission allowed us the opportunity to build lasting relationships and share the latest updates from Los Angeles’ beach city. Thank you to our incredible partners Regent Santa Monica Beach, Sandbourne Santa Monica, Shutters on the Beach, Hotel Casa Del Mar and Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows for joining us for an exciting and productive week. Read more in Travelweek: https://lnkd.in/gPEnGNup