On Saturday, June 3, the latest wonder in the MSC Cruises fleet, MSC Meraviglia was christened in a glittering ceremony by international screen legend and godmother of all of MSC Cruises’ ships, Sophia Loren. At 171,598 GRT and with guest capacity of 5,714 (4,488 at double occupancy), MSC Meraviglia is the biggest ship to be built by a European ship owner, MSC Cruises, and also the biggest ship to come into service in 2017.
MSC Cruises, the Swiss-based world’s largest privately-owned cruise line and brand market leader in Europe, South America and South Africa, hosted the glamorous, high-profile event in Le Havre, with entertainment from top international performers and an exclusive gala dinner in the company of special guests, authorities, key partners from the travel industry, global media and top management from MSC Cruises and its parent company MSC Group. Gianluigi Aponte, MSC Group’s founder and executive chairman as well as the ship owner, attended together with the Aponte and Aponte-Vago families.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/7807953-msc-cruises-meraviglia-ship-for-all-seasons/
Internationally renowned restaurant, MR CHOW, is now open at Caesars Palace. The Las Vegas location is the seventh of the luxurious Beijing cuisine eatery, joining the ranks of notable hot spots in Miami, Malibu, New York City, Beverly Hills and the original location in London. From the moment guests arrive, MR CHOW will entertain and inspire, from the unparalleled design to the impeccable service to the notable cuisine.
“This union between Caesars Palace and MR CHOW is a dream come true,” said founder Michael Chow.
“We look forward to our guests experiencing MR CHOW as the culinary empire and reputation of Caesars Palace continues to grow,” said Gary Selesner, Caesars Palace regional president. “MR CHOW’s elevated Chinese cuisine and chic atmosphere perfectly complements the impressive culinary collection of celebrity-chef helmed restaurants of Bobby Flay, Gordon Ramsay, Nobu Matsuhisa, Guy Savoy and more. As we enter our 50th golden anniversary year at Caesars Palace, we continue to strive to delight our guests at the dining table, while contributing to the world renowned dining scene in Las Vegas.”
To view the multimedia release go to:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7719251-caesars-palace-mr-chow/
Masaharu Morimoto, famed Japanese chef and star of Food Network’s “Iron Chef America,” made his official Las Vegas debut with Morimoto Las Vegas, now open at MGM Grand. The Las Vegas Strip is officially home to Morimoto and his distinctive Japanese fare from the world’s finest sushi creations to unforgettable dishes that showcase the Iron Chef’s unique ability to meld Eastern and Western flavors. The restaurant offers three distinct dining experiences: sushi bar, main dining room and Teppan tables, defining the luxurious elevation of Japanese cuisine and introducing the first and only iron griddle menu Morimoto offers in his renowned restaurant portfolio.
“Fate brought Morimoto Las Vegas to MGM Grand at an exciting time when the city’s dining scene is flourishing,” said Morimoto. “I’m continually inspired by Las Vegas’ glamour and wanted to create something we haven’t done before with a stimulating culinary show, bold cuisine and delicious drinks that my guests will not soon forget.”
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/7960551-mgm-grand-morimoto-restaurant-grand-opening
A first for the hotel industry, boutique hotel company Affinia Hotels, with properties in NYC and Washington, D.C., has hired a bartender to train hotel staff on ‘The Spirit of Hospitality: The Art of Being Present.’ Dushan Zaric, widely known for his out-of-the-box mixology seminars for bartenders, is training the staff on how to be present and that how they feel when they are doing their jobs has a powerful effect on guests.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to https://www.multivu.com/mnr/57139-affinia-hotels-hires-mixologist-dushan-zaric-to-train-staff
Minus5 Ice Bar, which opened America’s first ice bar at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas (September 2008) has opened its newest location at Pointe Orlando (9101 International Drive). The new Minus5 Ice Bar includes all the frozen beauty of the originals where everything is made of 100% ice including the bar, statues, tables, benches, walls and even the glasses guests drink from.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://www.multivu.com/mnr/7207351-minus5-ice-bar-unveils-fourth-permanent-location-in-pointe-orlando
Mimi’s Cafe invites guests to “Come Enjoy a Taste of France” with the arrival of its latest seasonal menus—Tour de Paris. As the second stop on Mimi’s culinary journey, the new food and drink choices are inspired by the culinary capital of the world and are available for a limited time at an incredible value.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/53136-mimi-s-cafe-tour-de-paris-menu-chance-for-france-giveaway
Mimi’s Cafe® is celebrating the “lift off” of “Mimi’s for Miracles,” a month-long national awareness and fundraising campaign benefitting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. And Friday, July 6, on Mimi’s Muffins for Miracles Day, guests can enjoy a FREE Strawberry Shortcake muffin, Mimi’s newest creation, with a donation and any purchase at Mimi’s Cafe restaurants.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/57022-mimi-s-cafe-muffins-for-miracles-children-s-miracle-network-hospitals
This summer HGTV reveals a new opportunity for an undiscovered design virtuoso to win his or her own show on the network in HGTV Star, a new twist on HGTV’s classic design competition, Design Star. Premiering on Sunday, June 9, at 8 p.m. ET/PT, the seven-episode series features 10 creative finalists who must tackle unexpected design challenges assigned by host and mentor David Bromstad and impress the panel of design experts, including network stars Genevieve Gorder, Vern Yip and series newcomer Sabrina Soto. In addition, special guests including Susan Feldman, co-founder of shopping web site One King’s Lane; Sara Peterson editor-in-chief of HGTV Magazine; and HGTV’s Property Brothers Jonathan Scott and Drew Scott, appear in designated episodes this season to raise the stakes in this winner-takes-all competition.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/60775-hgtv-star-season-8-design-competition-show-summer-2013
Today, Disney Parks has officially given a new name to the ever-growing Walt Disney World Moms Panel: the Disney Parks Moms Panel. Along with the change in title, the company announced the website’s 19 newest members. New for 2013, two Team Sports Moms will join the roster to assist guests with youth sports-related travel to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.coyneclients.com/disney_moms_panel/mnr_2013/index.html
Miami Children's Health Foundation (MCH Foundation) celebrated its 10th Anniversary Diamond Ball on Oct. 29, raising nearly $1.6 million, benefiting the children and families at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. More than 800 guests took part in the glamourous affair, which combined couture fashion and costumes inspired by the theme “Into the Woods.”
This year, world-renowned guitarist, singer, and composer José Feliciano was inducted into the Ambassador David M. Walters International Pediatric Hall of Fame. After receiving his award, Mr. Feliciano also entertained the crowd with a live performance. Mr. Feliciano was recognized for his commitment to helping children through the Jose M. and Susan L. Feliciano Charitable Foundation for Children and the Arts and for his achievements in the world of music as the first Latin artist to cross over into the English music market.
To view the multimedia release go to:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7969051-miami-childrens-health-foundation-diamond-ball/
Marriott ExecuStay® (http://www.ExecuStay.com) has released a new online video to help set expectations for guests who need furnished apartments for an extended stay. Not your average corporate video,
mark., Avon’s beauty and fashion boutique brand, celebrated 10 years of beauty, fashion and empowerment at the Trump Soho in New York City tonight with Brand Ambassador and Pretty Little Liars star Lucy Hale. R&B songstress Elle Varner, mark. Celebrity Makeup Artist Fiona Stiles and celebrity DJ Chelsea Leyland joined Hale and more than 100 guests to commemorate the mark. brand history and preview the new fall fashion and beauty collections.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/62816-avon-mark-lucy-hale-elle-varner-10-years-of-mark-fall-fashion-beauty-2013
