ROME, Jan. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Travelers visiting Rome this summer and onward can strengthen their green thumbs with Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese’s new Floral Experience. Led by the Eternal City’s premier Floral Designer, Flavia Bruni, the workshop includes practical tips in the art of flower arranging. Bruni guides guests with step-by-step instructions, expertise on flower varieties, care instructions, and more. Accompanied by prosecco and light bites, the experience is available at Settimo, the hotel’s elegant garden-inspired rooftop restaurant, or on a guest’s private suite terrace. An optional visit to the local flower market is also available. As a preview, the hotel offers a virtual floral arrangement tutorial with Bruni.

Recipient of the European Master Certification (EMC), Flavia Bruni is the only Italian floral designer recognized by the American Institute of Floral Design (AIFD).

Until travelers can enjoy the experience at the hotel, Bruni shares how people at home can make their own floral arrangement in a video tutorial, viewable here and on the hotel’s Facebook and Instagram.

Highlighted below are the preparation instructions and tips featured in the tutorial:

Instructions:
Soak the floral foam in water before starting. Put it in a plastic container and add to the flowerpot. Secure the floral foam but taping across the pot.
Begin to build the arrangement with woody materials like branches to define the shape and dimension, then add greenery.
Cut off all the leaves from the part of the stem that must be inserted into the foam.
Insert flowers starting with larger flowers, then smaller flowers, ending with fillers.

Tips:
To help the arrangement last longer, keep the floral foam wet.
Use shades of colors more then contrasting colors to give a relaxing, soft sensation.
Use the «Golden Ratio» – the arrangement must be 2 ½ times the size of the container.

For more information, visit: https://sofitel.accor.com/hotel/1312/index.en.shtml#origin=sofitel.

About Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese:
Situated on a quiet street in the epicenter of Rome, Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is a former 19th century Roman palazzo that lies within walking distance of some of the city’s best-known cultural landmarks and parks, including the Trevi Fountain, Villa Medici and Spanish Steps. Evoking the feel of a Roman home, the hotel has a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere that gives a sense of being truly immersed in the essence of this picturesque Italian city. Settimo, the hotel’s elegant rooftop lounge and restaurant, is a garden escape offering panoramic views overlooking the picturesque Villa Borghese gardens and St. Peter’s Basilica. Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is owned and operated by AccorInvest.

About AccorInvest:
AccorInvest is both owner and operator of a property portfolio of more than 850 hotels, owned and leased, located in 26 countries of Europe, Latin America and Asia. The Group invests to consolidate its property portfolio through hotel acquisitions and renovations and new developments in Europe in the economy & midscale segments. AccorInvest relies on an international team of more than 30,000 employees. These talents practice complementary expertise: a deep knowledge of local conditions and opportunities, know-how in the Asset Management fields, longstanding passionate experts of the hospitality industry who are dedicated to delivering great service and unique guest experience. AccorInvest entered into long-term management contracts with Accor, owner of world-class brands such as ibis, Novotel, Mercure, etc., to offer operational excellence in its hotels. This privileged partnership assures continual enhancement of its hotel portfolio attractiveness and guest satisfaction.

Media Contact

Megan Sterritt, KWE Partners, 786-247-4812, sterritt@kwepr.com

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BRUSSELS, 28 January 2021 /PRNewswire Policy/ — Following a review under the recommendation on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU, the Council updated the list of countries for which travel restrictions should be lifted. As stipulated in the Council recommendation, this list will continue to be reviewed every two weeks and, as the case may be, updated.

Based on the criteria and conditions set out in the recommendation, as from 28 January member states should gradually lift the travel restrictions at the external borders for residents of the following third countries:

Australia

New Zealand

Rwanda

Singapore

South Korea

Thailand

China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity

Travel restrictions should also be gradually lifted for the special administrative regions of China Hong Kong and Macao, subject to confirmation of reciprocity.

Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican should be considered as EU residents for the purpose of this recommendation.

The criteria to determine the third countries for which the current travel restriction should be lifted cover in particular the epidemiological situation and containment measures, including physical distancing, as well as economic and social considerations. They are applied cumulatively. Reciprocity should also be taken into account regularly and on a case-by-case basis.

Schengen associated countries (Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway, Switzerland) also take part in this recommendation.

Background

On 16 March 2020, the Commission adopted a communication recommending a temporary restriction of all non-essential travel from third countries into the EU for one month. EU heads of state or government agreed to implement this restriction on 17 March. The travel restriction was extended for a further month respectively on 8 April 2020 and 8 May 2020.

On 11 June the Commission adopted a communication recommending the further extension of the restriction until 30 June 2020 and setting out an approach for a gradual lifting of the restriction on non-essential travel into the EU as of 1 July 2020.

On 30 June the Council adopted a recommendation on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU, including an initial list of countries for which member states should start lifting the travel restrictions at the external borders. The list is reviewed every two weeks and, as the case may be, updated.

The Council recommendation is not a legally binding instrument. The authorities of the member states remain responsible for implementing the content of the recommendation. They may, in full transparency, lift only progressively travel restrictions towards countries listed.

A Member State should not decide to lift the travel restrictions for non-listed third countries before this has been decided in a coordinated manner.

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BRUSSELS, 28 January 2021 /PRNewswire Policy/ — Following a review under the recommendation on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU, the Council updated the list of countries for which travel restrictions should be lifted. As stipulated in the Council recommendation, this list will continue to be reviewed every two weeks and, as the case may be, updated.

Based on the criteria and conditions set out in the recommendation, as from 28 January member states should gradually lift the travel restrictions at the external borders for residents of the following third countries:

Australia

New Zealand

Rwanda

Singapore

South Korea

Thailand

China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity

Travel restrictions should also be gradually lifted for the special administrative regions of China Hong Kong and Macao, subject to confirmation of reciprocity.

Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican should be considered as EU residents for the purpose of this recommendation.

The criteria to determine the third countries for which the current travel restriction should be lifted cover in particular the epidemiological situation and containment measures, including physical distancing, as well as economic and social considerations. They are applied cumulatively. Reciprocity should also be taken into account regularly and on a case-by-case basis.

Schengen associated countries (Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway, Switzerland) also take part in this recommendation.

Background

On 16 March 2020, the Commission adopted a communication recommending a temporary restriction of all non-essential travel from third countries into the EU for one month. EU heads of state or government agreed to implement this restriction on 17 March. The travel restriction was extended for a further month respectively on 8 April 2020 and 8 May 2020.

On 11 June the Commission adopted a communication recommending the further extension of the restriction until 30 June 2020 and setting out an approach for a gradual lifting of the restriction on non-essential travel into the EU as of 1 July 2020.

On 30 June the Council adopted a recommendation on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU, including an initial list of countries for which member states should start lifting the travel restrictions at the external borders. The list is reviewed every two weeks and, as the case may be, updated.

The Council recommendation is not a legally binding instrument. The authorities of the member states remain responsible for implementing the content of the recommendation. They may, in full transparency, lift only progressively travel restrictions towards countries listed.

A Member State should not decide to lift the travel restrictions for non-listed third countries before this has been decided in a coordinated manner.

Copyright European Union, 1995-2021

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PUYALLUP, Wash., Jan. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Across the United States, February is considered American Heart Month. The month is dedicated to promoting heart health and raising awareness for heart disease. The Go Red for Women organization works to do so through fundraising and its National Wear Red Day® event. Those in the Puyallup area can witness support for the cause at Toyota of Puyallup this February.

Go Red for Women is a charity organization focusing to end heart disease and strokes in women. Stemming from the American Heart Association, the international movement works to raise awareness and support causes to reduce such diseases in women. The American Heart Association uses the revenue from local and national Go Red for Women activities to support education, research and community programs.

Toyota of Puyallup will once again be taking part in National Wear Red Day® this February. The day is marked as the first Friday of every February. This year, the event will be taking place on Feb. 5, as those around the nation will be wearing red to raise awareness and bring attention to heart disease. The dealership will be supporting the cause by participating that Friday by wearing red, as well as supporting the American Heart Association for the entire month of February.

Residents in the Puyallup area are welcomed to join in supporting the cause with Toyota of Puyallup. The dealership invites the community to wear red on Friday, Feb. 5. Those interested can learn more about the dealership and its communal support by going to their website at https://www.toyotaofpuyallup.com/. An associate can also be reached over the phone at 253-286-6000 or found at their location at 1400 River Road in Puyallup.

Media Contact

Kerry S. Odeman, Toyota of Puyallup, 253-286-6000, kerrys@toyotaofpuyallup.com

 

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ATLANTA, Jan. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Parts Center at the Carl Black Hiram Auto Superstore maintains the dealership’s extensive stock of high-quality, genuine OEM auto parts and accessories. Staffed by a knowledgeable team ready to assist customers with part and accessory inquiries, the Carl Black Hiram Parts Center can help drivers in the greater Northwest Georgia area with orders, deliveries and installations of auto parts and accessories, always providing service in a timely manner. Vehicle owners in the area are encouraged to explore the many capabilities and services offered by the Carl Black Hiram Auto Superstore Parts Center.

To order parts at the Carl Black Hiram Parts Center, Atlanta area drivers are asked to provide contact information, up-to-date information on the vehicle and information on the requested parts and/or accessories. After submitting a request, a driver will be contacted by a member of the Parts Center team. This team member will provide an estimate on the cost of the part, installation and any applicable delivery charges. If the driver agrees to this deal, the Parts Center team can proceed with processing the order.

To contact the team at the Carl Black Hiram Parts Center, Atlanta area drivers can reach out with online messages on the Carl Black Hiram site, phone calls at the number of 866-874-6791 or by visiting the Parts Center on-site at the Carl Black Hiram dealership to speak with a team member.

For additional information on automotive parts and services at the Carl Black Hiram Auto Superstore, customers are encouraged to browse through the Carl Black Hiram website and to contact the staff through the use of online messages, calling the number 866-874-6791 or with a visit to the store’s location. The Carl Black Hiram Auto Superstore is located at 3929 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy., Hiram, Georgia 30141.

Media Contact

Lance Martin, Carl Black Hiram, (877) 495-1054, lmartin@carlblack.com

 

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ROME, Jan. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Families looking to live history this summer and onward will enjoy the five-star Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese’s new Roman Culture Experience. Special exclusive activities included range from a tea party with a real princess and watercolor painting to an alfresco day trip via e-bike down one of the oldest roads in history. A gelato workshop with views of the Eternal City is also a highlight.

Detailed below is the plethora of activities offered in the experience as well as additional suggestions for other ways families can explore.

Day Al Fresco on the Appian Way:
Dating back to 312 BC, the Appian Way is the first and most important of the great roads built by the Ancient Romans and known for its rich collection of ancient treasures, archaeological remains, and ruins. Alongside a private guide, families will see the villa of emperor Maxentius, mausoleum of Cecilia Metella that has been transformed into a medieval fortress over the centuries, and ancient church of Saint Sebastian as well as catacombs, Roman ruins, and much more. After a long and pleasurable ride, families will enjoy a picnic and afternoon of learning watercolors en-plein-air with the guidance of a local artist.

Tea with a Princess:
When it’s time for another dose of history, families can take a hop, skip and a jump across the street to Villa Aurora. The estate is home to the only Caravaggio fresco in the world, Michelangelo’s in the garden and many other oversized pieces of art. Here too is where the lady of the house, Principessa Boncompagni-Ludovisi, will partake in an afternoon tea party passionately retelling the villa’s and family’s history.

Learn to Make Gelato:
Back at the hotel, children can learn how to make Italy’s beloved gelato. Kids will be able to personalize their own aprons and chef hats while they learn how to make traditional Italian gelato, cookies, and waffles. Following the class, children and their parents will have the opportunity to taste what was prepared on the hotel’s Settimo restaurant terrace, overlooking the Roman skyline and Villa Borghese gardens.

More Family-Friendly Activities In Rome:
After partaking in the hotel’s experience, families can venture out on their own into Rome and enjoy other optional family-friendly activities. Available at an additional cost, such options suggested are horticulture at Villa Borghese, gladiator school, Italian lessons, Castel Sant‘Angelo and a walking tour of Via dei Coronari. The street is located in the historic center of Rome, surrounded by ancient mosaics and Roman architecture. The road, flanked by buildings built in the 15th and the 16th century, is one of the most picturesque roads of the old city, having maintained the character of an Italian Renaissance street.

For more information, visit: https://sofitel.accor.com/hotel/1312/index.en.shtml#origin=sofitel.

About Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese:
Situated on a quiet street in the epicenter of Rome, Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is a former 19th century Roman palazzo that lies within walking distance of some of the city’s best-known cultural landmarks and parks, including the Trevi Fountain, Villa Medici and Spanish Steps. Evoking the feel of a Roman home, the hotel has a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere that gives a sense of being truly immersed in the essence of this picturesque Italian city. Settimo, the hotel’s elegant rooftop lounge and restaurant, is a garden escape offering panoramic views overlooking the picturesque Villa Borghese gardens and St. Peter’s Basilica. Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is owned and operated by AccorInvest.

About AccorInvest:
AccorInvest is both owner and operator of a property portfolio of more than 850 hotels, owned and leased, located in 26 countries of Europe, Latin America and Asia. The Group invests to consolidate its property portfolio through hotel acquisitions and renovations and new developments in Europe in the economy & midscale segments. AccorInvest relies on an international team of more than 30,000 employees. These talents practice complementary expertise: a deep knowledge of local conditions and opportunities, know-how in the Asset Management fields, longstanding passionate experts of the hospitality industry who are dedicated to delivering great service and unique guest experience. AccorInvest entered into long-term management contracts with Accor, owner of world-class brands such as ibis, Novotel, Mercure, etc., to offer operational excellence in its hotels. This privileged partnership assures continual enhancement of its hotel portfolio attractiveness and guest satisfaction.

Media Contact

Megan Sterritt, KWE Partners, 786-247-4812, sterritt@kwepr.com

 

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