Southern California Meetings + Events Readers' Choice Best of 2009 Award Winners

The Readers' Choice awards honor the dedication and creativity of local event professionals who have earned the respect and admiration of their clients and peers.

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Best Attraction - San Diego Zoo

Best Caterer - Crown Point Catering

Best Rental Service - Classic Party Rentals

Best Destination Management Company - Access Destination Services

Best Destination Management Organization - San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau

Best Entertainment - Epic Entertainment

Best Décor - EventWorks

Best A/V Provider - PSAV Presentation Services

Best Florist - Tustin Florist

Best Restaurant (with private space) - Bertrand at Mr. A's

Best Green Venue - The New Children's Museum

Best Golf Venue - Torrey Pines Golf Course

Best Hotel (more than 200 rooms) - Pacific Palms Resort

Best Hotel (less than 200 rooms) - Se San Diego Hotel

Best Historic Hotel - Hotel del Coronado

Best Desert Resort - La Quinta Resort & Club

Best Coastal Attraction - U.S.S. Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum

Best Outdoor Venue - Embarcadero Marina Park

Best Boats - Hornblower Cruises

Best Transportation - Cloud 9 Super Shuttle

Best Convention Center - San Diego Convention Center

Best Photography/Videography - Morningstar Productions

Best Winery - Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards

Best Conference Center - Pacific Palms Resort

Best Teambuilding - Out of the Ordinary

Best Casino - Barona Resort & Casino

Best Spa - La Costa Resort & Spa

● Editor's Picks:

Best Hotel Dining - The Grand Del Mar

Best New Desert Oasis - Riviera Resort & Spa

Best New Coastal Hotel - Terranea Resort

Best Off-the-Beaten-Path Winery - Fallbrook Winery

Best Tour Operator - Where You Want to be Tours

Best Bar/Restaurant with Meeting Space - The Kress Hollywood

Partners that helped make the celebration a success include The Studios at Paramount, CVENT, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, JoAnna James, Lounge 22, Swank Audio Visuals, Ivy's Flower Station and Event Day Photography.