Biltmore Estate

'The Agency Scottsdale' Former Managing Partners, Join LUXE Realty

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Jeudi, avril 4, 2024

Luciano and Siqueiros are bringing more than 38 years of combined experience to LUXE Realty, the new agency founded by Brian Guzman and Matthew Fenicle.

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  • Luciano and Siqueiros are bringing more than 38 years of combined experience to LUXE Realty, the new agency founded by Brian Guzman and Matthew Fenicle.
  • At their new LUXE Realty home base, Siqueiros shared "We are excited to embark on this new chapter with LUXE Realty, a move that aligns us with like-minded professionals dedicated to excellence and client-centric service."
  • "We made the strategic decision to join LUXE Realty," Luciano added.
  • "With their experience and track record in this business, we are excited for what they will achieve at LUXE Realty."

Flowers that transform gardens and elegant rooms along with an exhibit by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly lead the way for Spring at Biltmore

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Mercredi, mars 27, 2024

Across Biltmore's property, thousands of spring flowers bloom starting with daffodils, followed by tulips, wisteria, azaleas, rhododendron and roses.

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  • Across Biltmore's property, thousands of spring flowers bloom starting with daffodils, followed by tulips, wisteria, azaleas, rhododendron and roses.
  • While Biltmore's grounds flourish with new blooms, the estate's floral team has created floral decor inside Biltmore House that reflects the theme of "Spring Romance."
  • Victorian-era maypoles decorated with ribbon and fresh spring plants offer a cheerful and nostalgic welcome to guests as they enter to tour Biltmore House.
  • Elegant offerings are also available at Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate, and the private Cottages on Biltmore Estate.

Asheville Black Cultural Heritage Trail Brings Focus to Black History in the Blue Ridge Mountains

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Lundi, février 5, 2024

ASHEVILLE, N.C. , Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, Asheville's Black heritage and culture is on permanent display around the city through a new walking trail. Unveiled in December 2023, the Asheville Black Cultural Heritage Trail is the first of its kind in Western North Carolina and one of a few Black heritage trails in the 13-state Appalachian region. It marks a significant milestone in the growing effort to amplify and preserve Affrilachian heritage, granting visitors an opportunity to retrace compelling narratives that make up Asheville's Black history – including stories that have never been shared in a public space. 

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  • Unveiled in December 2023, the Asheville Black Cultural Heritage Trail is the first of its kind in Western North Carolina and one of a few Black heritage trails in the 13-state Appalachian region.
  • The trail comprises 14 stops and 20 panels across three historically significant Black neighborhoods.
  • Pulling forward the legacy and history of Affrilachia has informed numerous local businesses, artists and creators in the Asheville area.
  • STEP OFF THE TRAIL AND INTO COMMUNITY:
    Black Wall Street AVL continues this legacy of Black commerce with its business incubator and events space.

PaintScaping's 2023 Triumph: Unveiling 3D Mapping Marvels

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Lundi, janvier 8, 2024

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- San Diego Zoo's Aurora show, now in its fourth year, showcased PaintScaping's 3D mapping prowess through 12 projectors, captivating audiences with enchanting visuals. The American Place casino in the greater Chicago area became home to one of the largest permanent mapping installations in the USA—an awe-inspiring 475ft-wide canvas, featuring 50k Panasonic projectors. Notably, PaintScaping's remote content updates ensure a continually engaging experience.

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  • In a stellar 2023, PaintScaping, the LA-based 3D mapping leader, achieved great success across key American cities.
  • SAN DIEGO, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- San Diego Zoo's Aurora show, now in its fourth year, showcased PaintScaping's 3D mapping prowess through 12 projectors, captivating audiences with enchanting visuals.
  • Venturing into historic territory, PaintScaping became the first to 3D map The Biltmore Estate, the largest private home in the USA.
  • In a year that defined innovation, PaintScaping emerges as a symbol of 3D mapping mastery, captivating audiences nationwide.

THE OMNI GROVE PARK INN UNVEILS WINNERS OF THE 31st ANNUAL NATIONAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITION

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Mardi, novembre 21, 2023

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Omni Grove Park Inn held its highly anticipated Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™, yesterday which included 200 entries from over 22 states and Guatemala. Contestants spanned across adult, teen, youth and children categories all competing for a chance to win a piece of more than $40,000 in cash and prizes.

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  • ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Omni Grove Park Inn held its highly anticipated Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ , yesterday which included 200 entries from over 22 states and Guatemala.
  • The furthest traveled competitor was Beatriz Mejia who traveled 4,234 miles from Guatemala to participate in this year's competition.
  • For more information on The Omni Grove Park Inn, call (800) 438-5800 or visit omnihotels.com/hotels/asheville-grove-park .
  • For more information on The 31st Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™, call (800) 413-5778 or visit omnihotels.com/gingerbread .

"CELEBRATION OF RESCUE" EVENT SPOTLIGHTS 360-DEGREE VIEW OF NORTH SHORE ANIMAL LEAGUE AMERICA'S LIFE-SAVING MISSION

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Samedi, novembre 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North Shore Animal League America, the world's largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization, hosted a "Celebration of Rescue" on Friday, November 17 at the exquisite TriBeCa 360o overlooking the twinkling lights of Lower Manhattan. This year's event drew attendees from all sectors of New York's animal-loving community and beyond, many of whom have adopted from North Shore Animal League America. Television personality and executive producer Brian Balthazar served as Host for the evening's festivities and North Shore Animal League America foster-parent, spokesperson, and Board Member Beth Stern was the event's Chairperson.

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  • This year's event drew attendees from all sectors of New York's animal-loving community and beyond, many of whom have adopted from North Shore Animal League America.
  • Television personality and executive producer Brian Balthazar served as Host for the evening's festivities and North Shore Animal League America foster-parent, spokesperson, and Board Member Beth Stern was the event's Chairperson.
  • Actors Lily Rabe and Edie Falco, longtime Animal League America supporters, provided voice overs for these moving segments.
  • To learn more about Celebration of Rescue, the Online Auction, and to donate, visit www.animalleague.org/celebrationofrescue
    Celebration of Rescue supports North Shore Animal League America's ever-expanding no-kill mission with all proceeds from the event dedicated to the ongoing no-kill mission to Rescue, Nurture, Adopt, and Educate.

Tanger Announces Acquisition of Asheville Outlets in Asheville, North Carolina

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Lundi, novembre 13, 2023

GREENSBORO, N.C., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tanger® (NYSE: SKT), a leading operator of upscale, open-air shopping centers, announced today that it has acquired its 38th shopping center, Asheville Outlets, as part of the continued execution of the company's external growth strategy. Tanger acquired the center for $70 million in an all-cash, off-market transaction, leveraging the company's platform and utilizing its cash holdings and strong balance sheet to create value for all stakeholders. Asheville Outlets is the second fully owned addition to Tanger's outlet portfolio this quarter, following the grand opening of Tanger Outlets Nashville in Tennessee last month.

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  • Asheville Outlets is the second fully owned addition to Tanger's outlet portfolio this quarter, following the grand opening of Tanger Outlets Nashville in Tennessee last month.
  • Asheville Outlets is a 382,000-square-foot, open-air shopping center located in the popular tourist market of Asheville, North Carolina.
  • Asheville Outlets benefits from proximity to the area's top attractions, including The Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Grove Park Inn and North Carolina Arboretum.
  • Tanger will officially transition the center to become Tanger Outlets Asheville in early January 2024, leveraging the Tanger name, brand and platform to further strengthen leasing, sales and traffic for the center.

Christmas at Biltmore begins Nov. 3, 2023

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Jeudi, novembre 2, 2023

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The delivery of a towering 35-foot Fraser fir tree at America's Largest Home this week was the finishing touch after a year of planning and weeks of decorating Biltmore House for the holidays. Christmas at Biltmore begins Friday, Nov. 3, 2023 and runs through Jan. 7, 2024.

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  • Christmas at Biltmore begins Friday, Nov. 3, 2023 and runs through Jan. 7, 2024.
  • "A Biltmore Christmas," will premiere Sun., Nov. 26, 8 p.m. ET/PT on Hallmark Channel.
  • The Library in Biltmore House is dressed in the style of a new original movie for Hallmark Channel, "A Biltmore Christmas," which was filmed on the estate in January 2023.
  • Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration, Nov. 3, 2023 – Jan. 7, 2024
    Biltmore's daytime Christmas experience includes a tour of Biltmore House, the gardens, Conservatory, the Winery, and Antler Hill Village, all adorned in holiday splendor.

LBA Hospitality Hires Chef Chris Moore as Corporate Director of Food and Beverage Lifestyle and Full Service Brands

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Mardi, août 8, 2023

DOTHAN, Ala., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that they have hired Chris Moore to be the company's Corporate Director of Food and Beverage Lifestyle and Full Service Brands. Prior to her arrival at LBA Hospitality, Chef Chris was the Director of Culinary Operations and Executive Chef for a hospitality company where she was responsible for the concept, menu design and overall profitability for six full-service properties. Chef Chris previously served as the Executive Chef at the restaurants at the Biltmore Estates in Asheville, North Carolina.

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  • DOTHAN, Ala., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that they have hired Chris Moore to be the company's Corporate Director of Food and Beverage Lifestyle and Full Service Brands.
  • Prior to her arrival at LBA Hospitality, Chef Chris was the Director of Culinary Operations and Executive Chef for a hospitality company where she was responsible for the concept, menu design and overall profitability for six full-service properties.
  • Chef Chris previously served as the Executive Chef at the restaurants at the Biltmore Estates in Asheville, North Carolina.
  • "I have always enjoyed working in the culinary field and I'm proud of the teams, the meals and the memories I've been a part of over the years," said Chef Chris Moore, Corporate Director of Food & Beverage, LBA Hospitality.

THE OMNI GROVE PARK INN ANNOUNCES OPENING OF ENROLLMENT FOR THE 31ST ANNUAL NATIONAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITION

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Jeudi, juillet 6, 2023

ASHEVILLE, N.C., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Omni Grove Park Inn is thrilled to announce the registration opening for The 31st National Gingerbread House Competition™, the nation's largest, hosted at the resort annually. The official rules and entry form have now been released on the hotel's website www.OmniHotels.com/Gingerbread, including information on the competition, specialty awards, prizes, and more. 

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  • "Gingerbread is a truly magical time here at The Omni Grove Park Inn," said Isabel Miller, Senior Marketing and Events Manager.
  • The 31st Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ registration is open now through November 13, 2023.
  • For more information on The Omni Grove Park Inn or to make reservations, call (800) 438-5800 or visit www.omnihotels.com/hotels/asheville-grove-park .
  • For more information on The 31st Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™, call the Gingerbread Hotline at (800) 413-5778 or visit www.OmniHotels.com/Gingerbread.