San Diego by DCi
Destinations that WOW
West Coast Cool
Unique ideas that motivate and inspire. DCi is the creative solution that powers your event. Tap into our expertise and discover in-person program concepts your attendees are looking for in San Diego, CA.
The DCi Difference
As your unparalleled resource, Destination Concepts inc. brings together the best of our area with intelligent design, thoughtful collaboration and, most importantly, unbridled passion for creating the industry’s most talked-about events. In our 26 years of business, we’ve built the largest on-the-ground team in Southern California, while maintaining a boutique-minded approach and heavily investing in organic talent for unmatched value-add.
26+ years of Experience // 18,000+ Events // 1M+ Wowed Attendees
Why San Diego
Choose from distinct neighborhoods each with their own appeal: Downtown, Coronado, La Jolla, and Carlsbad
More than 90 museums, a thriving orchestra, a world-famous Zoo and countless other cultural institutions give San Diego a diverse appeal.
With 70 miles of shoreline, there are a myriad of beaches, bays, and harbors to explore on foot or from the water.
A thriving culinary scene is only topped by the local brewery, winery, and distillery scene. All are fueled by the over 7,000 local farms.
Lift
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is 3 miles from Downtown and approx. 30 miles from North County resorts.
Recommendations
BEST TIME OF YEAR: With average temperatures of 72 degrees, San Diego is a year-round destination. Summer months see an increase in leisure travel which may affect rates and availability.
With 248 sunny days a year and verdant hillsides covered by bougainvillea-clad casitas, San Diego epitomizes all of Southern California's considerable appeal.
Travel + Leisure
Sail San Diego
Embark on a journey through local waters on a variety of ships from the historic to the speedy.
Day at the Zoo
The San Diego Zoo is a 100-acre wildlife park and home to over 12,000 rare and endangered animals.
Bike Tour
Guests will enjoy this magnificent tour under the graceful Coronado Bridge, past the historic Hotel del Coronado and Glorietta Bay.
Best of the Best
Led by retired Navy SEALs, this bootcamp delivers on inspiration, physicality, and achievement.
Hang Ten
Suit up for a day on the San Diego shore where you will learn to catch a wave and experience the thrill of surfing.
Kayak the Cove
Discover ocean wonders on a journey in the La Jolla Cove and sea caves.
Excursions
Brews & Bites
Sample a variety of craft beers and foodie hot spot for the ultimate excursion.
All Aboard La Jolla
Guests will journey through the palm-lined streets of La Jolla taking in sights exclusive to the region while learning about its history and culture of San Diego.
Culinary Celebrity
Enjoy a cooking demonstration from a famous chef that has made San Diego home such as MasterChef Claudia Sandoval or Top Chefs Richard Blais.
Sip & Soar
Trek to the Temecula Wine Country for a scenic day of hotair ballooning over vineyards followed by a tasting and lunch
Mixology Maven
Learn how to master the art of the cocktail at this womenowned distillery in the Gaslamp.
A collection of newly designed electric-powered boats take guests on a unique voyage on the calm waters the bay.
Electric Boat Cruise
The Shell
The home of the San Diego Symphony is the newest building along the Embarcadero. DCi was the first to produce a corporate event here!
USS Midway
Step onto a Naval Aircraft Carrier during a private evening of dining, celebration, and fireworks.
Inside the Dugout
The crown jewel of downtown, Petco Park serves up baseball Southern California style complete with palm trees and a sandy beach beyond center field.
Street Scene
A street party in the historic Gaslamp District gives your guests all-access to the hottest spots for dining, dancing, and nightlife.
Offsite Venues
This custom 60′ luxury catamaran is available exclusively for private yacht charters in San Diego.
New Children’s Museum
The New Children’s Museum is a dramatic, multi-level building that includes flexible spaces which visibly expose the building’s construction and design.
Catamaran
Offsite Venues
Surfside Sounds
This brand-new, state-of-the-art performance space is located at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.
Harbor Happening
This harbor venue offers multiple spaces for the most elegant of ballroom dinners to an energetic event on a floating barge.
Sea World
From world-class animal attractions to thrilling ides, SeaWorld San Diego truly makes a big splash.
Top Gun Fun
Spend an evening of exhilarating airborne adventure at MCAS Miramar in a hangar or Officer’s Club.
Boardwalk Bliss
A newly renovated beach club just off the strand of one of San Diego’s most popular beaches.
Life’s a Beach
70 miles of coastline offers a myriad of beach spaces for your private event.
Gifting / Local Swag
San Diego Shades
Stylish sunglasses from local brands that range from high-end to everyday wear.
Trendy Textiles
These towels are perfect for picnics and beach days. Each purchase gives back to marine life preservation.
Scentsational
This local women-owned brand was started by two friends on a mission to craft luxurious home fragrances.
Edible Excitement
San Diego has a myriad of local hand-crafted delicacies like cookies, nuts, chocolates, CBD treats, and more.
Trailblazer Style
High-end line of handcrafted canvas and leather goods that are rugged and refined.
Kitchen Tools
Elevate your cooking with home grown items from San Diego including cutting boards, celebrity chef cookbooks, and more.
San Diego Look Book
About Team DCi
26+ years of Experience // 18,000+ Events // 1M+ Wowed Attendees
26+
18,000 +
Years in Business Event Experiences
5,000+
Full - time team members Happy Clients 900 + 100+
900+
Part - Time Team
Members
Award-Winning Culture
DCi has been awarded the Best Place to Work for multiple years.
This reflects our commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment for our employees. We value each team member who contributes to DCi's success and growth.
A Well-Rounded Team
You get the right blend of nationwide innovation and regional leaders.
DCi offers limitless creative boundaries enhanced by what makes each destination unique.
DCi Differentiators
Creative
Solutions Agency
Owner Involvement
Hands-on owners who lead by example mean a finetuned team.
Our motto of “getting to a YES” started at the top and puts smiles on attendees’ faces.
Local Regional Teams
From development to the last departures, you get the best “boots on the ground.”
DCi has produced in 42 states and has the local relationships you need for authentic experiences.
Diversity & Sustainability
As a certified women-owned business by WBENC, we fulfill supplier diversity programs.
We also help you leave the destination better than before. Each proposal identifies solutions that make sustainable events attainable
Exclusive Design Studio
You get services and costsavings unlike any other DMC with our exclusive design studio.
DCi has the talent and the resources across design, entertainment, graphics, printing and more.
