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ICYMI: New Support Rolls in for FAA Administrator Nominee Mike Whitaker

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced the immediate availability of $4.575 million in “quick release” Emergency Relief funds for use by the National Park Service, the Forest Service, and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. The funds will  offset costs of repair work needed for roads, trails, parking […]

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Luxury Cruise Connections Travel Advisors Named 2023 Virtuoso Cruise Icons, Luxury Cruising’s Most Prestigious Recognition
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Luxury Cruise Connections Travel Advisors Named 2023 Virtuoso Cruise Icons, Luxury Cruising’s Most Prestigious Recognition

Seven of Luxury Cruise Connections' advisors received the title this year, elevating the agency's relationship with over 400 select cruise lines. For clients, this means exclusive benefits and special discounts via the Virtuoso Voyages program.

Virtuoso®, the leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, has recognized seven of Luxury Cruise Connections' travel advisors as 2023 Virtuoso Cruise Icons, a distinctive honor for a group of advisors whose sales performance excels within the industry. Only a select group of 78 advisors within the network have been honored with the Virtuoso Cruise Icon designation. This means Luxury Cruise Connections' team represents 10 percent of an elite group of advisors marked as the top one percent in Virtuoso's cruise sales, reinforcing its position as a leader within the luxury travel industry.

As Virtuoso Cruise Icons, JC Quintana, Derek Avello, Steven Gulko, Laura Bowman, Roger Powe, Monica Anderson, and Xavier Salinas will have access to various events and networking opportunities designed to foster growth, collaboration, and sharing of best practices within the network's cruise community, including Virtuoso Travel Week, luxury travel's preeminent worldwide gathering.

Virtuoso's combined annual sales of $28 billion to $32 billion allow advisors, including Virtuoso Cruise Icons, to offer exclusive benefits to their clients on over 400 select cruises annually across 12 separate cruise lines via the Virtuoso Voyages program, including a dedicated onboard host and a choice of an additional benefit ranging in value from $500 per couple to several thousand dollars, depending on the sailing. The network's advisors also receive access to enhanced traveler advantages at more than 1,500 preferred partner hotels and resorts, such as complimentary upgrades, personalized amenities, and additional bonuses that enrich the overall stay.

For more information about Luxury Cruise Connections and its luxury travel offerings, please visit www.luxurycruiseconnections.com. To learn more about Virtuoso and its professional travel advisors, please visit www.virtuoso.com.

Contact Information:

Misty Belles

Vice President, Global Public Relations Virtuoso

[email protected]

(202) 553-8817

Carlos Edery

CEO & Co-founder Luxury Cruise Connections

[email protected]

(305) 914-3040

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Twitter’s ‘Nanchang China’ Invites Overseas Netizens on an Enchanting Virtual Journey Through Charming Nanchang

Since September 2022, Nanchang City in Jiangxi Province has launched a Twitter account, "Nanchang China," to establish an international cultural brand, "@VisitNanchang," on a major overseas social media platform.

Twitter’s ‘Nanchang China’ Invites Overseas Netizens on an Enchanting Virtual Journey Through Charming Nanchang
Visit Nanchang

?Nanchang China? in Twitter Helps Overseas Netizens Appreciate the Charm of Nanchang Online

Since September 2022, Nanchang City in Jiangxi Province has launched a Twitter account, "Nanchang China," to establish an international cultural brand, "@VisitNanchang," on a major overseas social media platform. This initiative focuses on promoting Nanchang's natural beauty, cityscape, history, culture, and current events to a global audience. Through this platform, it has presented Nanchang as a welcoming city with deep-rooted cultural significance. As of now, VisitNanchang has shared over 660 posts and videos on Twitter, with a cumulative impression of nearly 20 million times and a total interaction with its subscribers of more than 284,000 times.

In its efforts to keep overseas audiences informed and engaged, VisitNanchang regularly updates its feed with the latest news and events from the city. The account also strategically tailors its content to align with holidays and trending topics worldwide. Starting in March 2023, VisitNanchang has launched special thematic columns, including "Nanchang Namecard," "Nanchang Beat," "Nanchang Spring Travel Handbook," "Summer Escape Guide in Nanchang," and "Nanchang Autumn Delights."

Among those, the Nanchang Namecard” column stands out by curating the top ten cultural symbols that define Nanchang: Nanchang August 1st Uprising Memorial Hall, Bada Shanren , Wanshou Palace, Xiaoping Path, Fang Zhimin, Meiling National Scenic Area, the Tomb of the Marquis of Haihun, Shengjin Tower (Rope and Gold Pagoda), the Headquarters of the New Fourth Army, and Tengwang Pavilion. Each poster serves as an informative snapshot of Nanchang's history and culture, enriched by captivating short stories associated with these iconic sites. Furthermore, the "Nanchang Namecard" column adds a touch of emotion, humor, and wonder by weaving captivating short stories associated with these landmarks into the posters. This approach aims to deeply resonate with overseas audiences, allowing them to appreciate the profound significance of these cultural symbols within their historical context.

The "Nanchang Sync Videos" column utilize the popular video format prevalent on social media to deliver more information in a short video. This column closely follows global trends, offering enticing content such as "Nanchang Delights Collection," "Dopamine Nanchang," "Nanchang Night Scenery," and "Ancient and Modern Nanchang."

In addition, the "Nanchang Seasonal" column showcases Nanchang's cultural and tourism offerings tailored to each season. Utilizing various approaches, including electronic handbooks, travel tips, and food recommendations, it entices overseas netizens to embark on a journey to Nanchang, where they can immerse themselves in the city's natural beauty and cultural traditions.

Contact Information:

Chenchen Shen

Manager

[email protected]

6465712146

Grace Shi

PR

[email protected]

6465712146

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Twitter's 'Nanchang China' Invites Overseas Netizens on an Enchanting Virtual Journey Through Charming Nanchang

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ICYMI: New Support Rolls in for FAA Administrator Nominee Mike Whitaker
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ICYMI: New Support Rolls in for FAA Administrator Nominee Mike Whitaker

WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, President Biden nominated Mike Whitaker to be Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Whitaker is experienced in working in government and across the aviation community to get big things done. He is fully committed to aviation safety including protecting pilot training, preserving qualification regulations, and keeping at least two […]

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ICYMI: New Support Rolls in for FAA Administrator Nominee Mike Whitaker

WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) awarded nearly $12 million in grants to eight marine highway projects across the nation under the United States Marine Highway Program (USMHP). The funding will improve the movement of goods along our navigable waterways and expand existing waterborne freight services in Alaska, Illinois, Indiana, […]

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Biggest Roll Ever: Celebrate National Lobster Day on Sept. 25 With Luke’s Lobster
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Biggest Roll Ever: Celebrate National Lobster Day on Sept. 25 With Luke’s Lobster

Luke’s Lobster Will Offer Half-Pound Lobster Rolls at Shacks Nationwide and 25% Off Online Lobster Orders

Biggest Roll Ever: Celebrate National Lobster Day on Sept. 25 With Luke’s Lobster
Luke's Lobster 8 oz roll

Luke's Lobster's jumbo 8oz lobster roll for National Lobster Day available Sept. 25, 2023.

Luke's Lobster, the highest-scoring B Corp seafood company in the world, is doing something bigger than ever before. On National Lobster Day Monday, Sept. 25, the company will have its biggest lobster roll yet at Luke's Lobster shacks nationwide — the half-pound (8oz) lobster roll for $40 (including side of chips). Regular 4oz and 6oz rolls are still available.

National Lobster Day is an official day dedicated to celebrating Maine’s iconic crustacean, designated by Maine Senators Angus King and Susan Collins to encourage support and bring awareness to Maine's working lobstermen and fisheries.

“There are countless ways to celebrate Maine lobster,” said Luke’s Lobster founder Luke Holden. “This year, Luke's Lobster wanted to go big for our guests with our largest lobster roll yet: an 8oz lobster roll on National Lobster Day. We see the lobster roll as an everyday celebration so on this very special day, we hope everyone will treat themselves to a very special, very big, lobster roll." For just $1 more, customers can make the half-pound roll more unique with a truffle butter or spicy honey butter.

For those that can’t make it to a Luke’s Lobster shack on Sept. 25, the Luke’s Online Market will be offering 25 percent off its lobster roll collection in the online market — kits, tails, meat, whole lobsters — from Sept. 24-30. 

For more information, visit www.lukeslobster.com and follow on socials: @lukeslobster (Instagram and TikTok).

About Luke’s Lobster

Luke’s Lobster was born out of the dream of Maine native and third-generation lobsterman Luke Holden to bring the quality lobster rolls of his youth to New York City. After meeting business partner Ben Conniff on Craigslist, the two 20-somethings opened their first lobster shack in a 250-square-foot space in NYC’s East Village in October 2009. More than a decade later, Luke’s Lobster shacks can be found in 11 states across the U.S. and in Japan and Singapore, and its seafood products are available at select grocery stores and shipped directly to U.S. consumers.

As part of its mission to serve the best-tasting seafood, sourced responsibly, Luke’s Lobster built a state-of-the-art seafood facility in Saco, Maine, that allows the company to not only buy lobsters directly from fishermen at the dock but immediately steam, pick, and send them to its shacks to ensure perfect flavor and texture with every bite and transparent sourcing detail for its guests. In 2018, Luke and Ben furthered the company’s commitment to sustainability and socially conscious business practices by becoming a certified B Corporation®, reflecting Luke’s Lobster’s deep devotion to each of its communities, family of teammates, and environment. Luke’s Lobster is now the highest-scoring B Corp seafood company in the world. 

Contact Information:

Carla Tracy

PR/Communications

[email protected]

646-591-7126

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Biggest Roll Ever: Celebrate National Lobster Day on Sept. 25 With Luke's Lobster

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