Paso Robles Seeking New Tourism Website

Request for Proposals Available Now

The Travel Paso Robles Alliance (TPRA) is requesting proposals from professional web development and design firms to guide the organization in the creation of a new tourism website.

The TPRA is a group of Paso Robles hoteliers pooling resources to promote and market Paso Robles as a world-class tourism destination. This work is done in partnership with the City of Paso Robles and on behalf of multiple hospitality and stakeholder businesses who serve the visitor.

The ideal website will capture the unique personality of Paso Robles and its varied attractions, appeal to all audiences of area tourism, serve as the tourism resource for visitors to Paso Robles, and provide relevant information to support media inquiries about Paso Robles. This website will replace the current Travelpaso.com site, not overlap it.

An electronic copy of the website RFP can be downloaded at www.travelpaso.com/cm/contact_us/media_room.html

Proposals should be submitted in PDF format via email to Shonna Howenstine SHowenstine@prcity.com and TPRA Chairman, Victor Popp lq0832gm@laquinta.com by 3 p.m. on Friday, February 15, 2013.

About the Travel Paso Robles Alliance: The Travel Paso Robles Alliance (TPRA) was founded in 2008 by a group of 19 Paso Robles hoteliers with the mission to market Paso Robles as world class visitor destination. The alliance offers information on the 1,100 luxury, specialty, value, and budget room choices available to visitors, as well upcoming events, leisure and group activities and specialty promotions. For more information on Paso Robles and to order a free visitor guide, visit www.travelpaso.com, call (888) 988-PASO (7276) or email tourism@prcity.com. For the latest news on the area, visit blog.travelpaso.com, join us on Facebook www.facebook.com/travelpaso and follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/travelpaso.

PierceModern Gallery Hosts Closing Reception for Michael Heath

Paso Robles, California – November 15, 2012 -   PierceModern Gallery, in conjunction with the First Saturdays: Wine and the Arts walk, will be hosting a closing reception on December 1, 2012 from 6-9pm for one of its original artists.

Firestone Walker Christens New Brewhouse at Paso Robles Brewery

State-of-The-Art Brewhouse Maximizes Quality, Improves Efficiency and Enhances Brewery Visitor Experience

Paso Robles, CA—Firestone Walker Brewing Company today announced that it has begun brewing beer at its new state-of-the-art brewhouse at the brewery in Paso Robles on California’s Central Coast.  

The new 60-barrel brewhouse reflects Firestone Walker’s mission to continuously perfect the brewing process.

Innovative Robot Rides to the Rescue at Margarita Adventures Zipline

Cal Poly Student Creates Custom “Golden Retriever” Robot to Retrieve Guests Who Stop Short of Zipline Landing.

Paso Robles, CA—A one-of-a-kind custom robot designed and built by a Cal Poly student is now playing a vital role in the zipline canopy tours by Margarita Adventures at the historic Santa Margarita Ranch between San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles.

Labor Day Car Show Rolls Again

2012 Paso Robles Classic Car Show will feature an extended cruise route, show, more!

PASO ROBLES Calif. — The Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce and Golden State Classics Car Club are hosting the 2012 Paso Robles Classic Car Show to be held Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 2. This year’s event features an extended Friday cruise route, free Show and Shine on Saturday in the city park and a car-lovers barbeque on Sunday.

Phantom Project is Going to Hit Paso!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Paso Robles, California – May 5 to June 2, 2012 -  Second Phantom Project Show to be hosted in Paso Robles.

This is a different kind of show…really.

What is a Phantom Show?

Phantom Shows are pop-up art shows in ephemeral galleries. The locations are chosen based on available vacant urban retail space. Phantom Show locations will vary based on available vacancies and the good will of the property owners. The inaugural event was held in downtown San Luis Obispo in February.

The first Phantom was so successful that a second Phantom Project is being held in the A&R Furniture building in downtown Paso Robles from May 5^th through June 2, 2012.  The show will run concurrently with the Wine Festival and the Festival of the Arts and is expected to have a huge draw of both local residents as well as out of area folks.

The difference with this show is that the public will be able to view ALL entries into the show, whether they were juried in by the two prestigious jurors or not.  What else can we do with over 10,000 square feet of space? We intend to show you just how an art show is put together.  In all juried exhibits, there is wonderful art that does not get chosen to hang in the final exhibit.

Each juror will chose from 60 to 80 pieces of work to include in their version of show.  Three winners will be chosen by each juror as well.  Both of the jurors versions will be hung for exhibit.  There will also be a version with all the work that was not accepted.  During the course of the exhibit, the public will have the opportunity to choose three winners as well and these winners will be announced at the closing reception.

This will be an excellent opportunity for the public to view how a juried art exhibit is put together as well as to see if the public choice of three winners is the same as the jurors.  The net effect will be an exhibition not only of the art, but also of the jury process, illustrating the variability, complexity, and subjectivity of that process. It will be three concurrent versions of the same show: two juried versions and the overall show, all displayed together.

An opening reception will take place on Saturday, May 5 from 6-9pm.  Please join us for what looks to be one of the most spectacular shows around!

A closing reception, and announcement of the “Peoples Choice” will be held on Saturday, June 2 from 6-9pm.

The Phantom Project will be held in downtown Paso Robles at the A&R Furniture building on the corner of 12^th and Pine Street, facing the City Park. Viewing hours are Friday, Saturday – 12-9pm and Sunday - 12-6pm.  For more information:  http://www.sloma.org/exhibits/the-phantom-project.php


Contact:
Michael Reddell
PO Box 160
Cambria, California, 93428
805.924.1767
michael@reddell.net

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Fort Building FUN at the Firehouse!

Expanding your child's Imagination through PLAY!

The Paso Robles Children's Museum - Saturday, April 7th through Saturday, April 14th, 2012 - Noon through 3pm. This exhibit will be offered at no additional fee, regular admission fees apply.

Your child will be encouraged to expand their creativity and imagination while building their own fort! We will provide the building supplies and you will provide the hands on experience through the memories of your childhood. We invite you to come Play and Learn - Fort Building FUN at the Firehouse!  

Estrella Warbirds Woodland Auto Exhibit

The New Addition to the Woodland Building is Now Open

The Woodland Auto Exhibit at Estrella Warbirds Museum has now doubled its display area with the opening of the new addition just completed. Vintage and classic cars are now ready for viewing along with previously showcased race cars.

Cloud Climbers Jeep & Wine Tours Wins Prestigious California Tourism Award & Expands To Ojai, California

(August 30, 2010) Santa Barbara’s very own Cloud Climbers Jeep & Wine Tours (www.ccjeeps.com) has been recognized as the "Official Best Adventure Tour in California - 2010" by Media World USA (www.OfficialBestOf.com). The video of Cloud Climbers which aired on the TRAVEL CHANNEL on August 16th, 2010 highlights their popular "Back-Country Wine Tasting Tour" and may be seen on the home page of their website (www.ccjeeps.com).

JUST Cook!

(August 12, 2010) – The culinary team at JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is offering a series of cooking classes. Each class will explore menu creation, ingredient selection, cooking techniques, presentation, and wine pairing. At the conclusion of each class, participants will enjoy the chef’s creations, which will be paired with a flight of JUSTIN wines that they help select.