Los Angeles Celebrates a Milestone
/The City of Angeles welcomed 50 million visitors in 2018 according to the city’s Tourism and Convention Board. In a ceremony at which city leaders including Mayor Eric Garcetti, other prominent city officials, and Tourism and Convention Board president were in attendance, the city’s travel and tourism leaders gathered to mark the achievement—two years ahead of previous projections.
Ernest Wooden Jr.
President and CEO, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board
Eric Garcetti
Los Angeles Mayor
Los Angeles is enjoying rapid growth in tourism and is becoming a magnet for travelers from the four corners of the globe. The visitor numbers have grown for 8 consecutive years. Blessed with so many attractions for visitors, LA continues to also draw record number of business travels and convention attendees.
Needless to say, the city leaders are basking in glory. The positive tax and employment benefits fuel the city’s ambitious plans for near and longer-term future. In a written statement, Ernie Wooden said “I’m proud to highlight 50 million visitors has created a robust economic engine as our Leisure & hospitality sector now employs 550,000 Angelenos; the city of L.A.’s general fund is currently enjoying record revenues from lodging taxes; and our visitors are spending more than ever at treasured L.A. experiences, resulting in a $35 billion-dollar economic impact for our community.”
The milestone achievement, notwithstanding, the city is pushing forward to ever-ambitious plans for the future. The industry leaders remain committed to keep the LA experience dynamic and memorable in the hope of keeping the city as one of the world’s most sought-after destinations—not only for tourists but also for business and meeting participants.
Destination Los Angeles joins the industry leaders in congratulation the city on this important milestone.