from KGTV Channel 10 News (Jan 4, 2014):

SAN DIEGO – San Diego has it all – from tourist attractions like SeaWorld to beautiful weather. It is home to conventions like Comic-Con and events like the Farmers Insurance Open.

 But tourism experts say this year they also have million to spend from City Council to showcase America’s Finest City.

Robert Rauch, a hospitality industry specialist, predicts this year will bring in a 5.5 percent increase in revenue, which translates to 0 million that’s driven from hotel, food and beverages and retail.

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