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For Immediate Release: June 12, 2007
Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau Launches Film Web Site
FilmHuntingtonBeach.com to Attract Production Crews to Surf City USA®
Huntington Beach, Calif., June 12, 2007-As part of the organization's continued efforts to promote Surf City USA® as the preferred Southern California coastal destination, the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau launched a film website, www.filmhuntingtonbeach.com, the first of its kind in Orange County, CA.
The new site catalogues an assortment of popular film locations within the city, including the beaches, parks, sports venues, public facilities and historical points of interest. In addition, the Web site provides comprehensive information on the city's permit application process including fees, insurance and licensing.
"The organization's overall goal is to increase tourism to the destination and our new film website is one component of our strategic marketing plan," said Doug Traub, President/CEO of the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau. "In conjunction with the Huntington Beach Film Office and Orange County Film Commission, the film website provides production crews with a virtual scouting trip to Surf City USA."
According to the City's Film Office, Huntington Beach has attracted television shows such as "CSI: Miami," "Nanny 911," "Dr. Phil" and select MTV productions. Recently, a new HBO series, "John From Cincinnati" filmed on the shores of Huntington Beach. In addition, television pilots and magazine photo shoots have featured the destination, and the location has been utilized by numerous film students.
"The city has stayed true to its beach town roots and fought against beachfront development, resulting in filming locations that are unique to Southern California," said Jim Engle, Director of Community Services for the city, which oversees the Film Office. "Within the city of Huntington Beach lies everything needed for filming on location." For information on filming in Surf City USA® visit www.filmhuntingtonbeach.com.
About the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau
The Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau is the official designated marketing organization representing Huntington Beach, California. As one of the top Southern California vacation destinations featuring premier California beach resorts, Huntington Beach is the ideal location for a California family vacation, California weekend getaway or surfing trip. With 8.5 miles of pristine California beaches, Huntington Beach is fast becoming a destination of choice for vacationers and business travelers alike. To plan your Surf City USA vacation® or to learn more about Huntington Beach, visit the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau Web site at www.surfcityusa.com or call 800-729-6232 for a free Visitors Guide.