Proposal for IGRA Convention November 13-19, 2013 San diego, ca Hosted by the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association

Why have IGRA Convention in San Diego? Accessible location Warmer environment Thriving Gay Community Attractions for IGRA Delegates and their guests Hillcrest area for nightly fun for all GSGRA has proven it can deliver successful events

San Diego is easily accessible SAN has multiple airline options including several discount carriers and direct flights from many hubs. Air Canada, Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, Jet Blue, Southwest, Spirit, United, US Air, Virgin, Volaris and West Jet Additional options include Burbank, John Wayne, LAX, Long Beach, Ontario and Palm Springs Airports

San Diego is affordable Roundtrip fares for Thursday to Monday in November from select major cities* Denver – $237 Chicago – $285 DC - $446 Ft Lauderdale - $416 Dallas - $266 Calgary - $404 *Based on travel 11/15/12-11/19/12 on 9/10/12 at orbitz.com

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley - Same hotel that was used in 2011 - everything is under one roof - $115 per night - Complimentary wi-fi in rooms Parking $8 daily - Very nice, modern property - spacious rooms

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70 Degrees High /54 Degrees Low Warmer Environment Average November temperature in San Diego is………. 70 Degrees High /54 Degrees Low Rainfall average is 1 inch with 75% sunny days Warmer climate will draw more attendees Flights are not usually cancelled because of sun

Thriving Gay Community The Hillcrest area (one mile away) is “the” gay area of San Diego with bars and restaurants galore….complete with VERY nice scenery. There are venues for everyone From Queens to Leather From Dykes to Dames From Otters to Bears to Cougars, oh my!

Nearby Attractions World Famous San Diego Zoo Sea World Balboa Park Historic Old Town Gaslamp Quarter Disneyland Uhm….NAVY BOYS AND GIRLS!! And on, and on…

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