PD58 . RESOURCES & CONVENTION SERVICES | Planning Directory LAKE TAHOE VISITORS AUTHORITY SAN FRANCISCO LESBIAN/GAY/ BISEXUAL/TRANSGENDER PRIDE CELEBRATION COMMITTEE 1841 Market St., Fourth Fl. 415-864-0831 • sfpride.org info@sfpride.org With 250 parade contingents, 300 exhibitors and 22 community-run stages and venues, SF Pride Celebration is the second-largest annual gathering of LGBT people/allies in the world. 3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe 530-541-5255 • 800-288-2463 tahoesouth.com • info@ltva.org Lake Tahoe is widely considered one of the most beautiful places in the world and offers the ultimate high-country experience with superb outdoor recreation and magnificent scenery. TUOLUMNE COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU/YOSEMITE GOLD COUNTRY VISIT SACRAMENTO MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM 193 S. Washington St., Sonora 209-533-4420 • 800-446-1333 VisitTuolumne.com • lisa@gotuolumne.com Located two-and-a-half hours east of San Francisco in Gold Country, you will find historic towns, wine, four-season recreation and lodging. The closest route to Yosemite from the Bay Area is Highway 120. 1608 I St., Sacramento • 916-808-7777 800-292-2334 • visitsacramento.com info@visitsacramento.com California’s capital city fuses landmarks, a hip and modern central city, farm-to-fork dining, and natural beauty to create an exciting down-to-earth experience for any group. VISIT SANTA CRUZ COUNTY 2520 Main St., P.O. Box 48, Mammoth Lakes 888-466-2666 • visitmammoth.com info@visitmammoth.com Mammoth Lakes, majestic in scale and awesome in its natural beauty, is one of those rare places you have to see to totally believe. SAN FRANCISCO TRAVEL ASSOCIATION VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER UNION SQUARE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT MARIN CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU One Mitchell Blvd., Ste. B, San Rafael 415-925-2060 • 866-925-2060 visitmarin.org • info@visitmarin.org An event in Marin is an event remembered. There’s no such thing as a typical Marin event. Because there’s nothing “typical” in Marin. 749 Howard St., The Moscone Center 415-391-2000 • 877-665-9673 sftravel.com • vic1@sftravel.com The San Francisco Travel visitor information centers are the city’s official “front desks,” serving 400,000 visitors annually and curating the San Francisco experience. 323 Geary St., Ste. 203 • 415-781-7880 VisitUnionSquareSF.com karin@unionsquarebid.com We’re the organization behind VisitUnionSquareSF.com, the official guide to Union Square. We also offer cleaning, safety, beautification and public affairs services to the area. 303 Water St., Ste. 100, Santa Cruz 831-429-7281 • 800-833-3494 santacruz.org • prtips@santacruz.org Visit Santa Cruz County enhances tourism and the economy by positioning Santa Cruz County as a visitor, conference and film destination. VISIT SANTA ROSA SAN MATEO COUNTY -SILICON VALLEY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU UNION STREET ASSOCIATION, INC. MISSION MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 40280 • 415-830-3776 missionmerchants.com The sunny Inner Mission, San Francisco’s “Heart and Sol,” is well-known as the West Coast’s hippest neighborhood, filled with coffeehouses, restaurants, bookstores and more. 111 Anza Blvd., Ste. 410, Burlingame 650-348-7600 • 800-288-4748 visitsanmateocounty.com info@smccvb.com This affordable, convenient and easily accessible meeting destination offers bay views and coastal towns and is just minutes from San Francisco. It is home to 170 hotels and 16,000 guestrooms. 2036 Union St. • 415-441-7055 unionstreetsf.com • ll@imagesnorth.com When San Franciscans are out for a day of shopping and dining, they are often found enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of Union Street, San Francisco’s most charming street. Nine Fourth St., Santa Rosa 707-577-8674 • 800-404-7673 visitsantarosa.com Just 55 miles north of San Francisco, in the urban heart of wine country, you’ll find Santa Rosa: a city with a cool vibe and vibrant culture waiting to be explored. VISIT STOCKTON VALLEJO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU MONTEREY COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU SAUSALITO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 787 Munras Ave., Ste. 110, Monterey 888-221-1010 • 888-221-1010 seemonterey.com • info@seemonterey.com Choose a destination that will increase attendance, inspire your participants, and make your work easier! Create the perfect Monterey program today. Contact sales@seemonterey.com. 1913 Bridgeway, Sausalito 415-331-7262 • sausalito.org chamber@sausalito.org Sausalito is a premier destination for San Francisco Bay Area visitors. Enjoy first-class hotels, world-class restaurants and shopping and superb wedding and event venues. 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo 707-642-3653 • 800-482-5535 visitvallejo.com • mike@visitvallejo.com We specialize in providing information and partner assistance to attract visitors, sports teams, reunions and more. We are 35 miles northeast of San Francisco and 15 miles south of Napa Valley. 125 Bridge Place, Second Fl., Stockton 209-938-1555 • 877-778-6258 visitstockton.org • wes@visitstockton.org Let Visit Stockton introduce you to one of the most unique and diverse destinations in Northern California, rich with dining and activities and renowned for lively festivals and annual events. VISIT TRI-VALLEY VISIT BERKELEY SAVE THE REDWOODS LEAGUE 111 Sutter St., 11th Fl. 415-362-2352 • SaveTheRedwoods.org jbenito@savetheredwoods.org Visit savetheredwoods.org/travel for a wealth of information to plan a visit to the redwoods, including an interactive redwood parks map, travel guides and a blog. NOE VALLEY MERCHANTS AND PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION 2030 Addison St., Ste. 102, Berkeley 510-549-7040 • 800-847-4823 visitberkeley.com • visitor@visitberkeley.com Berkeley is an inspiring destination for meetings, events and celebrations. A culinary and cultural hub, Berkeley offers a wide range of meeting and event venues. 5075 Hopyard Rd., Ste. 240, Pleasanton 925-846-8910 • 888-874-9253 visittrivalley.com • info@visittrivalley.com Discover Northern California’s historic wine region in the East Bay among the cities of Danville, Dublin, Livermore and Pleasanton. It’s a perfect destination! VISIT VACAVILLE 3848 24th St. • 415-641-8687 noevalleymerchants.com info@noevalleymerchants.com This merchant organization promotes businesses and invigorates the commercial community by presenting fun and entertaining events in participating stores. VISIT CONCORD SHASTA CASCADE WONDERLAND ASSOCIATION PETALUMA VISITORS PROGRAM 210 Lakeville St., Petaluma 707-769-0429 • 877-2-PETALUMA visitpetaluma.com • info@visitpetaluma.com Visit our historic riverfront town, 32 miles north of San Francisco, for antiques, arts, events and dining. We are the gateway to wine country, redwoods and the coast. 1699 Hwy. 273, Anderson 530-365-7500 • shastacascade.com info@shastacascade.org With Redding as the hub of Northern California’s Shasta Cascade region, make your vacation the ultimate experience through nature, outdoor recreation and national parks. 2280 Diamond Blvd., Ste. 200, Concord 925-685-1181 • visitconcordca.com info@visitconcordca.com Price, location, space, amenities and proximity to activities are all key factors why you should choose Concord to hold your next event or meeting. 1663 E. Monte Vista Ave., Ste. S-102, Vacaville • 707-450-0500 visitvacaville.com melyssa@visitvacaville.com Smack dab in between San Francisco and Sacramento on Interstate 80, this city, rich in state history, agriculture, outdoor spaces and small-town charm, is not well-publicized. WALNUT CREEK CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 1280 Civic Dr., Ste. 100, Walnut Creek 925-934-2007 • 888-934-4692 visitwalnutcreek.org chamber@walnut-creek.com Located just east of San Francisco, and between the Napa and Livermore wine regions, Walnut Creek is the Jewel of the East Bay. VISIT HALF MOON BAY PLACER COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU SONOMA COUNTY TOURISM 1103 High St., Ste. 150, Auburn 530-887-2111 • 866-752-2371 visitplacer.com • info@visitplacer.com We are a legacy of adventure! Since the early days, when trains brought adventure seekers from all over the world, Placer County continues to provide adventures for everyone’s taste. 400 Aviation Blvd., Ste. 500, Santa Rosa 707-522-5800 • 800-576-6662 sonomacounty.com info@sonomacounty.com Sonoma County, 45 minutes north of San Francisco, offers services for your wine country needs: wine tasting, tours, transportation to the area, locally produced foods and more. 235 Main St., Half Moon Bay 650-726-8380 • visithalfmoonbay.org info@hmbchamber.com This organization assists leisure, group and conference travelers with visitor information, accommodations and activities and promotes Half Moon Bay through marketing, advertising and media relations. YERBA BUENA COMMUNITY BENEFIT DISTRICT VISIT MENDOCINO COUNTY, INC. RICHMOND CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU SONOMA VALLEY VISITORS BUREAU 229 Tewksbury, Ste. B, Richmond 510-237-1403 • visitrichmondca.com beth@visitrichmondca.com The Craneway Pavilion is the Bay Area’s newest venue with 180-degree panoramic views. The Richmond Memorial Auditorium hosts a variety of events annually. 453 First St., E, Sonoma • 707-996-1090 866-996-1090 • sonomavalley.com info@sonomavalley.com This resource provides full-service visitor information on Sonoma Valley’s wineries, vineyards, historic sites, lodging, restaurants and attractions. Free visitor guide is available by request. 345 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg 707-964-9010 • 866-466-3636 visitmendocino.com info@visitmendocino.com Experience Mendocino County’s coastal tours and quaint villages, towering redwood forests, unique and intimate wineries. Mendocino County. It’s what you’ve been missing. Five Third St., Ste. 914 • 415-644-0728 visityerbabuena.org • info@ybcbd.org YBCBD is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Yerba Buena by fostering a cleaner, greener, safer and more vibrant community. YOSEMITE/MARIPOSA COUNTY TOURISM BUREAU VISIT NAPA VALLEY SAN FRANCISCO COUNCIL OF DISTRICT MERCHANTS ASSOCIATIONS SPUR 1019 Howard St. • 415-621-7533 sfcdma.org • occexp@aol.com Over the past 60 years, the Council has distinguished itself by drawing together the disparate merchants associations in the neighborhood commercial districts of the city. 654 Mission St. • 415-781-8726 spur.org • rental@spur.org The new Urban Center offers stunning architecture and a variety of spaces perfect for receptions, conferences and meetings. 600 Main St., Napa • 855-333-6272 888-854-6272 • visitnapavalley.com info@visitnapavalley.com Visit Napa Valley is the official marketing organization of the Napa Valley, with the mission to promote its position as America’s premier wine, food, arts and wellness capital. P.O. Box 967, Mariposa 209-742-4567 • yosemite.com julieh@yosemiteexperience.com The Yosemite/Mariposa County Tourism Bureau is the agency responsible for positioning Yosemite/Mariposa County as the destination of choice for leisure and group travel. AUDIOVISUAL SERVICES VISIT OAKLAND ANDERSON AV RENTALS AND PRODUCTIONS TEAM SAN JOSE 408 Almaden Blvd., San Jose 408-792-4511 • 800-SAN-JOSE (726-5673) sanjose.org Team San Jose is a partnership unifying the SJCVB, hotels, arts, labor and venues to deliver exceptional hospitality in the heart of Silicon Valley. 481 Water St., Oakland • 510-839-9000 visitoakland.com • sales@visitoakland.com Visit Oakland has a variety of opportunities for partnerships with your business. Contact us today to find out how your business can be involved. 245 E. Harris Ave., South San Francisco 415-227-4400 • andersonavrentals.com info@andersonavrentals.com This is a San Francisco and Bay Area full-service audio visual rentals and events production company. AUDIO VISUAL PRODUCTION SOLUTIONS 820 Midpoint Dr., O’Fallon 800-704-3655 • av-ps.com mcoultas@av-ps.com We are a nationwide leader in audio/visual computer rental and in providing exclusive one-on-one support. sftravel.com