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WASHINGTON POST - What cities have the most nice days in America?

Congratulations to Long Beach, Calif., which tops our list with 210 nice days per year. Los Angeles closely follows.

New York Times - Beach Is in This California Town’s Name, but It Offers Much More

Long Beach has a cute and compact downtown, good food, ethnic and cultural diversity, a thriving L.G.B.T. community, and some unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities.

BizBash - Southern California Event Trailblazers Inducted Into BizBash Hall of Fame

The honorees, as well as two rising stars in the event industry, will be celebrated at a ceremony on Thursday.

Convene - A TED-Inspired Street Party in Long Beach

The Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center debuts an innovative new special-event space that brings new meaning to the phrase “out of the box” — and demonstrates how unused...

The 25 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry for 2017

Successful Meetings Magazine has announced that Steve Goodling, President & CEO of the Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau, is included their 2017 list of the “Top 25 Most...

Sunset Magazine - Insider Guide to Long Beach, CA

Locals are transforming Long Beach from a commuter town into SoCal’s hottest creative hub. Here are our favorite spots to dine, drink, and shop

San Francisco Chronicle - New life for Long Beach beyond the waterfront

The downtown waterfront has the allure of a stately European capital, with venerable older buildings refurbished and lending texture to the skyline.

Successful Meetings - How CVBs and DMOs Hold the Keys to Better Meetings

Take your event to the next level with the help of a destination marketing organization

Smart Meetings - 5 Power Players Making Moves at Visit Sacramento, Visit Phoenix and More

Successful Meetings - The Long Beach Difference

This small California city casts a long shadow when it comes to meetings

Travel Channel - Top 10 Cities for People With a Sweet Tooth

Whether you prefer a frosted donut or a caramel apple, there’s a city that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Indulge yourself as you explore the top 10 cities around the world for...

Bon Traveler - A Weekend Guide to Long Beach

A short flight, and I disembarked at what is one of the loveliest airports in the US: Long Beach, California. The open-air airport is everything that one can expect in Long Beach —...