In partnership with

San Diego Tourism Authority

The Sunny Side of Things

Advertiser category

Destination

Activation

Branded Content, Sweepstakes, Experiential

Awards

The Drum Awards

In partnership with

San Diego Tourism Authority

The Sunny Side of Things

Advertiser category

Destination

Activation

Branded Content, Sweepstakes, Experiential

Awards

The Drum Awards

In partnership with

San Diego Tourism Authority

The Sunny Side of Things

Advertiser category

Destination

Activation

Branded Content, Sweepstakes, Experiential

Awards

The Drum Awards

The brief

The brief

The brief

Center San Diego as a must-visit destination despite economic headwinds, bring its signature vibes to travelers nationwide, and inspire bookings for sun-drenched getaways

What we know

What we know

What we know

47% of travelers take summer trips to relax and recharge

What we created

What we created

What we created

By reimagining destination marketing, we drove awareness of San Diego through a cohesive 360° campaign rooted in art and innovation. The campaign featured market-first activations, including OOH murals in NYC, Chicago, and LA; AR-enabled QR experiences; a branded hub; and a “Sunshine Kit” sweepstakes to drive engagement.

*This report draws on multiple complementary data sources, including proprietary first-party data on bookable experiences and travel intent signals, Tripadvisor forum discussions, as well as third-party syndicated data. This includes consumer survey data and insights from GWI (GlobalWebIndex), a syndicated consumer research platform.

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