ROBUST INFRASTRUCTURE
CITY FOCUS | SAN DIEGO
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ROBUST INFRASTRUCTURE
Situated within an hour from Los Angeles , San Diego is a top destination for US and Canadian travellers . San Diego International Airport has witnessed a significant increase in construction projects to counteract the exponential rise in tourism figures , which reached up to 22mn in 2017 .
Total employment figures at the airport have also risen by over 30 % in the last five years , providing 118,000 residents with employment opportunities .
Whilst exploring the city is still popular , ferries have grown in demand as tourists become more interested in exploring areas off the beaten track . A high number of car rental companies are also on offer to support this growing market . For those travelling across the city on public transport , San Diego ’ s Metropolitan Transit System ( MTS ) provides essential travel routes to most city and urban locations . The city ’ s light rail system and municipal trolleys also connect its downtown area to urban districts as well as educational and tourist spots .
Most importantly , The Port of San Diego remains central to the city ’ s flourishing economy and international trade . Providing over 40,000 jobs , ranging from shipbuilding to tourism , up to 800 businesses are situated at the Port ’ s iconic waterfront .
DECEMBER 2018