What's New in San Jose: Visitor Industry Fully Operational After Earthquake
After an earthquake Tuesday, Team San Jose -- which operates the San Jose McEnery Convention Center and cultural facilities -- completed successful safety inspections and reported they were open for business.
San Jose (Vocus/PRWEB ) November 1, 2007 -- After an earthquake Tuesday, Team San Jose -- which operates the San Jose McEnery Convention Center and cultural facilities -- completed successful safety inspections and reported they were open for business. No events were affected by the quake, and Team San Jose is gearing up to host fourteen events this weekend and next week, expected to bring an estimated 50,000 visitors -- such as 12th Annual Bay Area Ski and Snowboard Show. Speaking of "moving and shaking," Team San Jose recently reported their best year ever for conventions in fiscal year 2006-2007, attracting 1.25 million visitors, increasing events 5 percent and generating $129 million in economic impact. The visitor destination is also shaking things up for the better, announcing the following developments:
HOTEL HAPPENINGS
RENOVATIONS/OPENINGS/ENHANCEMENTS
The Clarion Hotel is scheduled to complete their sleeping room renovation in December, replacing furnishings and soft goods. Décor will be in the Mediterranean style to match the hotel architecture and tropical landscaping. For more information visit www.clarionsj.com.
In September, the Crowne Plaza wrapped up a $9 million renovation, replacing guest room furniture as well as hard and soft goods. Visitors can now enjoy state-of-the-art showerheads, bedding, the Sleep Advantage System, and 32" LCD HD televisions in each of the guest rooms. For more information visit www.crowneplaza.com.
Dolce Hayes Mansion is beginning a $500,000 renovation aimed at replacing all guest beds and bedding by December 2007. In late 2008, a $7 million renovation is planned, including a complete restoration of the guest rooms as well as some changes to the public areas. For more information visit http://hayesmansion.dolce.com.
The Fairmont San Jose eagerly anticipates the grand unveiling of the luxurious new Tova Day Spa, which is expected to open by late November. This extravagant facility will offer a complete array of soothing body treatments, European deep-pore facials, hot-stone massages, bridal packages, and express lunch services. For more information visit www.fairmont.com.
With investments totaling more than $10 million the Hilton San Jose is scheduled to complete a major property improvement involving guest rooms, public space, and all meeting space. A total re-concept of the food and beverage offerings is in the works. No specific timeline has been set; however, the Hilton expects the project to be completed by summer of 2008. For more information visit www.sanjosehilton.com.
PROMOTIONS AND AWARDS
The Doubletree Hotel San Jose invites guests to ring in 2008 in style by attending the Doubletree's New Year's Eve "Hitmen" or "Nu Day" parties. Guests can enjoy deluxe overnight accommodations, in-room sparkling wine, and a choice of tickets to either the "Hitmen" or "Nu Day" parties. Each gala includes a sparkling wine toast, balloon drop, and party favors. For more information call (408) 453-4000 or visit www.sanjose.doubletree.com.
Hotel Valencia, located at the heart of San Jose's chic urban area, Santana Row, offers overnight holiday packages. The Holiday Getaway package rewards guests who stay two nights with a third free, available Nov. 18-26 and Dec. 16-29, and includes: stylish guest room for two, complimentary cocktails at Vbar lounge, and deluxe breakfast buffet at Citrus restaurant. This package starts at $179 per room, per night, double occupancy, exclusive of tax. Book on www.hotelvalencia.com and enter the promotional rate code PROHOL or call toll free (866) 842-0100. The hotel is also hosting two lively packages to ring in 2008, each featuring a New Year's Eve band in the Valencia Ballroom, DJ in Vbar, midnight champagne toast, late-night dessert buffet, and party favors. For more information call (408) 551-0010 or visit www.hotelvalencia.com.
SHOPPING SPECIALS
On Nov. 8, Westfield Valley Fair will introduce Artizia, a new luxury fashion boutique. The women's apparel retailer has set trends worldwide and San Jose is its first ever U.S. location. This modern clothing company offers a stylish fusion of the latest designer labels. An exhilarating grand opening weekend is planned for Nov. 9-11, when the store will host a variety of in-store DJs. For more information visit www.aritzia.com/sanjose.
Santana Row, San Jose's European-inspired neighborhood that is home to a dynamic blend of upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment, welcomes three new retailers this fall. Product, a cosmetics retailer; international fashion retailer H&M; and men's retailer St. Croix. This November marks Santana Row's fifth year as one of the South Bay's premier destinations for shopping and recreation. The anniversary celebration culminates with Light Up the Row, an annual Holiday Festival taking place Nov. 15-19. In addition to its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, which occurs Nov. 15, Santana Row will be filled with holiday activities all winter long, including horse-drawn carriage rides. For more information visit www.SantanaRow.com.
Gilroy Premium Outlets tempts consumers to shop till they drop at the 3rd Annual Midnight Madness/After Thanksgiving Weekend Sale. At 12 a.m. on Nov. 23, over 110 stores will open their doors and offer additional savings on top of the everyday savings of 25-65 percent. Shoppers can take advantage of special Midnight Madness savings from participating stores such as Ann Taylor, Banana Republic Factory Store, Bose, Coach, Gap Outlet, KB Toy Outlet, Nike Factory Store, Polo Ralph Lauren, Sketchers, Timberland, Quiksilver and many more. For more information visit www.premiumoutlets.com.
CULTURAL CORNUCOPIA
Ballet San Jose, the second largest ballet company in California and the eighth largest in the nation, announces its new season. The first show takes place Nov. 15-18 at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts with Dennis Nahat's incredible staging of Carl Orff's Carmina Burana, featuring 44 dancers, full orchestra, the 100-voice Symphony Silicon Valley Chorale, a 30-voice youth choir, and 3 principal singers. Tickets cost $25-$80. The Nutcracker will take the stage on Dec. 13-23, including special one-hour versions of the show for young children on Dec. 9 and Dec. 21. For info visit www.balletsanjose.org.
Opera San Jose continues its 2007-2008 season with a lush, romantic French opera entitled Werther by Jules Massenet. Eight performances are scheduled Nov. 17 - Dec. 2 at the California Theatre in downtown San Jose. For info visit www.operasj.org.
San Jose Repertory Theatre celebrates the holiday season with This Wonderful Life, a visually stunning stage adaptation of It's a Wonderful Life, running Nov. 24 - Dec. 23. The upcoming season includes two regional premieres: Robert Clyman's chilling psychological thriller, Tranced, and the Broadway hit, Souvenir by Stephen Temperley. For info visit www.SJRep.com.
Symphony Silicon Valley welcomes Brazilian conductor Guillermo Figueroa who will lead the orchestra in Mussorsgkly's Picture At An Exhibition, Saint-Saens' Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, and Faure's Elegy and Sierra's Fandango. This concert takes place Dec. 8-9 at the California Theatre. Admission is $36-$72. For info call (408) 286-2600 ext. 23 or visit www.symphonysiliconvalley.org.
TRANSPORTATION TIDBITS - AIRPORT UPDATE
On Aug. 10, the final steel beam was hoisted into place to complete the steel frame of the new $324 million North Concourse at Mineta San Jose International Airport, the first major component of the airport's overall terminal area improvement program that is replacing and rebuilding existing terminal facilities over the next three years. The North Concourse will include nine commercial aircraft gates and hold rooms, new passenger amenities, and retail, food and beverage concessions that will enhance the passenger experience. In addition, it will have an automated state-of-the-art baggage sortation and explosive detection system that will replace the temporary facilities where screening now occurs. When completed, the new airport will provide better service and greater convenience for the benefit of travelers and businesses in the South Bay. Construction on the North Concourse is scheduled to be completed next year and open for passenger operations in 2009. In October, the San Jose City Council gave the go ahead to commence construction on an expanded consolidated rental car garage that will be built right across the street from the new Terminal B. The new 3350-space garage also will include public parking and it will provide unmatched convenience to travelers at SJC when it is completed.
UPCOMING FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
Body Worlds 2 & The Three Pound Gem
Sept. 27, 2007 - Jan. 26, 2008 (Excluding Christmas Day)
The Tech Museum of Innovation
www.thetech.org
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
Nov. 23-25, 2007
San José McEnery Convention Center
www.harvestfestival.com.
Fantasy of Lights
Nov. 23 - Dec. 31, 2007
Santa Clara County Parks
www.parkhere.org/portal/site/parks.
Downtown Ice
Nov. 16, 2007 - Jan. 13, 2008
Circle of Palms
www.sjdowntown.com.
Christmas in the Park
Nov. 23, 2007 - Jan. 1, 2008
Caesar Chavez Park
www.christmasinthepark.com.
Holiday Lights Train
Nov. 24 - Dec. 22, 2007 (Weekends only)
Roaring Camp Railroad
www.roaringcamp.com/index.html.
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