Words from Wooden - June 2013
As I write this month’s column, I am in China, continuing my focus on making sure LA remains the No. 1 destination for the rapidly growing China travel market.
LA TOURISM AT WORK - JUNE 2013
Around the world, in town, and on the web, LA Tourism and Convention Board is working to help grow and support the Los Angeles tourism community and keep the world coming to LA.
April 2013 Lodging Metrics
- Los Angeles ranked 6th place among the Top 25 Markets with an Occupancy rate of 77.4%, up +2.8% compared to the same period last year (75.3%).
- Los Angeles ADR was $138.06 and ranked 8th among the Top 25 Markets, up +7.4% compared to the same period last year ($128.55).
- Los Angeles RevPAR was $106.85 and ranked 8th among the Top 25 Markets, up +10.4% compared to the same period last year ($96.77).
- • Rooms nights sold were 2.25 million countywide, reflecting a +2.8% increase over April 2012 (2.19 million room nights).
- Hollywood/Beverly Hills (84.7%) and the LAX area (84.4%) both reported the highest Occupancy rate for the month.
- Downtown LA (+16.5%) and Los Angeles Southeast (+13.0%) reported the largest YOY RevPAR growth both driven by sizeable ADR increases.
What's Coming - June 2013
Please join us on Thursday, June 20 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. for an opportunity to be first to see the new AKA Beverly Hills' outdoor terrace with spectacular panoramic views of the Hollywood Hills.
Enjoy a wine tasting and two glasses of wine hosted by Malibu Discovery Tours, hors d' oeuvres hosted by Morton's The Steakhouse, and dessert hosted by Chocbite, all while networking with other LA Tourism members and industry peers. Tours of AKA Beverly Hills will be available throughout the event.
AKA Beverly Hills is an exclusive, contemporary residential oasis that balances the style and hospitality of an intimate hotel with the space and comfort of a fully appointed luxury condominium. Situated at Crescent Drive and Wilshire Boulevard, this premier location is within walking distance to the world-famous Rodeo Drive, Via Rodeo and Robertson Boulevard, a shopping paradise.
March 2013 Lodging Metrics
Los Angeles ranked 10th place among the Top 25 Markets with an Occupancy rate of 76.2%, up +0.2% compared to the same period last year (76.0%).
May 2013 News and Notes
LA Tourism launches Car Free LA itineraries, RIMS convention packs the Convention Center, National Travel & Tourism Week, Pow Wow Travel Conference, LGBT Media Tour in LA, and updates on recent industry news put a spotlight on a warm spring and sizzling summer for tourism and hospitality in LA.
WHAT’S COMING - May 2013
Please join us for the May Member Mixer from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15 at Le Ka Restaurant located in Downtown. Network with other LA Tourism members and industry peers while enjoying a complimentary signature cocktail and delicious hors d’oeuvres. As always, there will be a drawing for a great prize.
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LA Tourism At Work - May 2013
Around the world, in town, and on the web, LA Tourism and Convention Board is working to help grow and support the Los Angeles tourism community and keep the world coming to LA.
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