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FAM TOUR

MCCSN produces and hosts an annual 3-day Multicultural FAM Tour the 3rd week of September for pre-qualified national ethnic meeting planners to showcase premiere and unique venues, diverse communities, shopping, fine dining, local attractions, and cultural arts & entertainment. Also included in the FAM itinerary is an educational component that allows attendees, MCCSN and its key supporters, to discuss and develop strategies that will ensure the perpetuation of the multicultural industry, locally and nationally.


SAVE THE DATE
2010 Multicultural FAM Tour - September, 16 - 19

To be considered for the FAM Tour please fill out the "Planner Profile Form." Email your form to: or fax to: (619) 263-3111. Deadline for participation is: April 16, 2010.

The 3rd Annual San Diego Multicultural FAM Tour 2009 Recap

MCCSN FAM Tour 2009MCCSN gives special thanks to the San Diego Tourism Marketing District for funding this year's
FAM Tour and to all of our sponsors, host planning committee, exhibitors, speakers, and volunteers who helped to make this year's FAM Tour a huge success!

8 meeting planners were in attendance representing national ethnic associations, which included:
  • California Black Chamber of Commerce
  • National Medical Association
  • National Association of Hispanic Federal Executives
  • National Association of African American Studies & Affiliates
  • National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice
  • National Association of Asian American Professionals
  • Sears Enterprises - Independent Planner
    Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (Western Regional Meeting)
  • National Association of Latino Independent Producers
Highlights of this year's tour included:
  • Fabulous Welcome Reception and Five-Star service and hospitality by our host hotel the Town and Country Resort & Convention Center
  • Welcome by Mayor Jerry Sanders to planners onboard the USS Midway
  • Discovering San Diego's birthplace by way of a Scavenger Hunt uncovering historical Old Town's hidden treasures
  • Tradeshow and Educational sessions
  • Guest speaker Luis Barrios, GM Best Western Hacienda Hotel-
    Old Town and SDTMD Board member
  • Behind the scenes tour of San Diego's Regional Airport and luncheon
  • Cultural entertainment and visits to San Diego's cultural communities
  • Scenic sunset views of San Diego city skyline aboard Yacht Cruise from Harbor Island to Coronado
  • Limo Party Bus and Beach Party at Candelas by the Bay Coronado
  • Farewell Brunch Cruise on San Diego Bay
  • Immediate ROI, 4 meetings booked from the FAM Tour!
So to all, thank you for making this another successful FAM!

Clara Carter
President / FAM Tour Executive Director

FAM Tour Sponsorship Special Interest

2010 Multicultural FAM Tour - September, 16-19
If your company, or organization is interested in sponsorship for the 2010 FAM Tour please fill out the "Sponsorship Special Interest Form."
Email your form to: or fax to: (619)263-3111.

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Funded in part by San Diego Tourism Marketing District Funds.

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