About Travel Santa Ana 

Travel Santa Ana is the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for Santa Ana.

Travel Santa Ana is dedicated to promoting the city as a desirable Orange County destination for business, leisure, meetings, sports, and group travel.

As a non-profit, 501 C (6), Travel Santa Ana is funded by a 2% assessment (fee) implemented by the Santa Ana Tourism Marketing District (SATMD). The SATMD is comprised of 17 hotels and motels with 70 rooms or more within the boundaries of the City of Santa Ana. The assessment is paid for by visitors who stay at those hotels and motels.

Founded as of January 1, 2021. 

Vision

Santa Ana is the authentic and welcoming Orange County experience. 

Mission

To share Santa Ana with the world. 

Organization Values

Passion 
We are passionate in our efforts to strengthen our community’s economic vitality.

Inclusiveness
We are diverse and inclusive. All are welcome. 

Collaboration 
We value and respect each other and recognize we are stronger when we work together.

Relevance
We are valued in our community for our leadership, expertise, and integrity. 

Awareness
We are aware of our community’s cultural heritage and history and continue 
to ask questions and learn.

Travel Santa Ana is a nonpartisan organization and does not endorse political candidates or parties.

As Santa Ana’s official Destination Marketing Organization, we provide Tourism Marketing District hoteliers with opportunities to engage with elected officials and candidates, share industry perspectives, and discuss issues that may impact the hospitality industry and visitor economy.

We encourage informed dialogue and industry advocacy while maintaining our political neutrality. Any opinions, political positions, or endorsements expressed by individual hoteliers or members of Travel Santa Ana’s Board of Directors are their own and do not represent the views or positions of Travel Santa Ana.