California remains the #1 state for tourism
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: New data released today shows that California continues to have the largest market share of tourism in the nation, with travel spending in the state reaching an all-time record high of $150.4 billion last year.
SAN FRANCISCO – Governor Gavin Newsom and Visit California CEO Caroline Beteta today announced that travel spending in the state reached an all-time high of $150.4 billion last year, surpassing the record $144.9 billion spent in 2019. This comes after the state retained its title as the world’s 5th largest economy and had a population increase, both of which are directly tied to California’s nation-leading tourism and entertainment industries.
VIDEO: Gov. Newsom makes announcement at the top of the Golden Gate Bridge
WHAT GOVERNOR NEWSOM SAID: “From our world-renowned coastline, to the world’s tallest trees, to our iconic cities and theme parks, California is the nation’s coming attraction….
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