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2022 Marks an Award-Winning Year for Miami Beach, Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority and Chairman

Destination and Tourism Board Recognized on a National and International Level with First-Ever Category

Miami Beach and the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA) celebrate a year of multiple award wins from a notable selection of the industry's most recognized and respected organizations including Travel Weekly's Magellan Awards and the World Travel Awards. As an international destination, Miami Beach was recognized as the "World's Leading Lifestyle Destination 2022" and "North America's Leading City Destination 2022" by the World Travel Awards, both testaments to the destination's experiences rooted in arts + culture, wellness and wellbeing, outdoor activities, water sports and recreation and the rising culinary scene. The World Travel Awards also took note of the MBVCA's work in the year, including the launch of a new experiential app, EXP Miami Beach Tour App, recognizing the MBVCA as "North America's Leading Tourist Board 2022." Adding to the year's wins, Chairman of the MBVCA, Steve Adkins, has also been named "South Florida Tourism Professional of the Year" by the Academy of Hospitality and Tourism/NAF in the awards' 31st edition.

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"As advocates for Miami Beach with a dedication to further enhancing our global reputation, we dedicate these awards to the community and those who work tirelessly to deliver stellar experiences to visitors and locals at our city's hotels, restaurants and attractions," says Steve Adkins, Chairman of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority. "The passion for hospitality is evident and we are proud to be recognized by our fellow industry professionals for the work we have done and will continue to do in the future."

Miami Beach was also a Travel Weekly Silver Magellan Award winner in the Culinary Mecca category, further cementing the city's position as a travel-worthy destination for foodies. This year, Miami Beach became home to two Michelin star recognized restaurants, Stubborn Seed and Jaya at The Setai. In addition, Miami Beach's signature and world-famous restaurants, all located within a seven-mile range, include legendary Joe's Stone Crab, Prime 112, Carbone Miami Beach, Forte di Marmi, Chotto Matte, Nobu and Bagatelle. And, for the first time, the MBVCA won a Travel Weekly Gold Magellan Award for the consumer-facing Instagram handle @experiencemiamibeach, recognized for connecting with social users through authentic and engaging content, in the Social Media – Hospitality category.

"We look forward to building upon these recent accolades in the areas we know have an impact on driving visitors to Miami Beach in the new year," adds Grisette Marcos, Executive Director of the MBVCA. "These awards will continue to support our ongoing efforts to innovate and provide unique experiences that appeal to all traveler styles."

For more information and to plan a future trip to award-winning Miami Beach, download the Experience Miami Beach and EXP Miami Beach Tour App Miami Beach Apps and follow the @experiencemiamibeach handles on Instagram and Facebook for the most up-to-date details and offerings.

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BOCA RATON, FLORIDA – ORCA GOLF, a fast-growing premium golf bag production company with headquarters located in Boca Raton, Florida, unveiled the first such golf bag endeavor, “The Exclusive Paws Golf Collection” at the Paws Shopping Extravaganza of the Humane Society of Broward. The well-attended event took place this month at the Coral Ridge Country Club in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

According to Petpedia, every year 10 million animals die from abuse and 100 million animals are used for lab experiments. However, not all abuse cases are reported, so we can safely say that more than 100 million animals suffer abuse every year. (4/14/22)

The Founders of ORCA Golf, Erica and Deborah’s mission is well-known as not only offering a high quality product, but a story that is aligned with the mission and vision of PAWS to create a compassionate community of animal advocates. With their passion for animals, their community involvement and pet owners, Erica Bennett, designed the unique collection for animal lovers, “The Exclusive Paws Golf Collection.” ORCA Golf is already known for their unique premium brand golf bags, accessories, and tournament gifts. Kathy Tricomi, Senior VP & Chief Development Officer at the Humane Society of Broward County was ecstatic when the founders of ORCA Golf approached her team with their idea.

"10 Tips for Year-end Giving"

Community Foundation President/CEO Unveils "10 Tips for Year-end Giving"

Giving Tuesday," celebrated this year on Tuesday, Nov. 29, is seen as the start of the year-end charitable and holiday giving season. To help South Floridians focus on year-end and holiday charitable giving opportunities, Community Foundation of Broward President/CEO Jennifer O'Flannery Anderson, Ph.D., today released her "10 Tips for Year-end Giving."

"Now is the time to plan and maximize the value of your year-end charitable giving," said Jennifer O'Flannery Anderson."Our heartfelt thanks go out to the tens of thousands of Broward residents who invest in our community's future by making charitable contributions, especially the visionary philanthropists who have created a legacy of BOLD impact with their personalized charitable funds at the Community Foundation."

The new "10 Tips for Year-end Giving" include:

1.) Develop a strategy and plan for your year-end charitable giving. Review your personal objectives for giving as part of creating a plan. Spell out your mission and follow it in developing your giving plan.

2.) Consider gift "bundling." You can bundle several years' worth of support for your favorite causes or organizations through a single, year-end gift to a donor-advised fund.

3.) Donate appreciated stock. Donating appreciated stock multiplies your giving power by removing your tax liability from the stock sale and realizing tax benefits from the donation.

4.) Give with your IRA distribution. Using your Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA is an easy way to donate. A QCD is an above-the-line tax deduction that can satisfy your required minimum distribution.

5.) Name a charitable organization as a beneficiary in your will.

6.) Document the value of your gifts. For donations of non-cash items worth more than $5,000, an appraisal may be required to determine fair market value.

7.) Be mindful of limits on charitable contributions. According to the Internal Revenue Service, generally you may deduct up to 50 percent of your adjusted gross income, but 20 percent and 30 percent limitations apply in some cases.

8.) Focus on the December 31 year-end deadline.Charitable contributions must be made by December 31, however, credit card charges processed before the end of the year are deductible in that year, regardless of when you pay off the charges.

9.) Contact your professional advisors to help clarify your best giving strategy. It is always important to consult your financial advisor and your accountant to fully understand ramifications of year-end giving.

10.) Consult with philanthropy experts at Community Foundation of Broward. They can provide guidance about making the most of your charitable giving.

Unicoin Launches Global Art Investment Initiative During Miami Art Week

Unicoin - the next-generation cryptocurrency from the producers of the Unicorn Hunters show announced during Miami Art Week that it has launched a Global Art Investment Initiative funded with 50 million unicoins valued at $20M at the current base sales price of 40¢/ú to converge art, blockchain technology, and the Future of Money. As part of the Initiative, Unicoin will invest in works by internationally acclaimed icons and emerging global artists who are redefining the contemporary art scene and fund original NFT collections and digital twins of selected paintings to help artists reach the millions of consumers who are interested in owning digital assets.

"Unicoin is focused on providing value to its holders by building a valuable asset portfolio of potentially high-performing investments. Art is a unique asset class with a market valued at more than $61 billion and the emergence of digital assets and NFTs are redefining the way people collect and invest," said Silvina Moschini, Founder, President, and Chairwoman of Unicoin. "We are proud to take the initiative to invest in artists who are changing the world while building a diversified portfolio of valuable assets that could provide positive returns for our holders."

Unicoin is the official cryptocurrency of the Unicorn Hunters show, which Forbes magazine described as "the most iconic business series of recent times." It was created to address the volatility of first-generation tokens and was designed to pay dividends. Unlike Bitcoin and other early crypto coins, Unicoin is backed by a portfolio of diverse assets, which includes equity in growth-stage companies. As a result of this Initiative, art will become a new asset class for the Unicoin portfolio, which is expected to reach a value of $500 million by the end of 2023.

"Mind Games is a series that I am extremely proud of, and I am thrilled that one of its pieces was chosen as the first for this innovative initiative," said Sebastian Masegosa, Visual Artist. "Blockchain technology and digital art is opening a whole new world of opportunity for artists like me, and I am looking forward to launching the NFT collections with Unicoin in the near future."

Hair and the Florida Sun, Get the Facts!!

A common fact about frequent sun exposure is that it has long-term detrimental effects on your skin. The sun's UV rays are harsh on your skin and damage the outer cell layer, which causes premature aging, wrinkles, dryness, sagging, and even skin cancer. What, however, isn't talked about enough is the fact that a prolonged exposure to these harmful sun rays damage the hair as well.

Human hair contains cells which are responsible for the production of natural hair pigment. Frequent exposure to sunlight damages these cells, which results in hair discoloration and premature aging. Moreover, these UV/UVA radiations damage the hair cuticle layer which results in dryness, split-ends, hair breakage, frizz and brittleness. So, how do we counter the damage?

Just as the skin needs sunscreen to stay protected, the hair needs protection from the sun as well. GK Hair has an entire product range dedicated to UV/UVA & Color Protection, which saves your hair from detrimental effects of frequent sun exposure. This product range is infused with protective agents

Shield Color Protection Duo

Your everyday hair care basics! Add Shield Shampoo and Conditioner into your hair care routine and keep hair damage and degradation at bay.

Dry Oil Shine Spray

A finishing spray, to add glistening protection to your hair! Dry Oil Shine Spray is perfect to add shine to any style while keeping those UV/UVA rays away.

Lock Me Color Masque

New hair color fading too soon? Get Lock Me Color Masque, a true multitasker that locks in hair color, nourishes the hair while providing a shield against UV/UVA protection.

Boarderie Offers First and Only Pre-Assembled Cheese and Charcuterie

Boards, Shipped Overnight Nationwide

Gift better with hand-selected artisan cheeses, meats, dried fruits, nuts and chocolates artfully arranged on a keepsake Acacia wood board that arrives pre-assembled and ready-to-share

the first and only company delivering a delightfully simple way to give and share pre-arranged, cateringquality cheese and charcuterie boards, today announced its direct-to-consumer website is live Founded in fall 2020 and uniting everyday convenience with gourmet artistry, their expert team sources the highest-quality, artisan inspired ingredients from around the world for a one of a kind tasting experience.

"This direct-to-consumer launch solidifies our spot as the first and only brand providing consumers and businesses alike with catering-quality cheese and charcuterie boards that are simple to send and guaranteed to impress," said Rachel Solomon, Co-CEO, Boarderie. "We've created a whole new category in edible gifting and entertaining and have been fortunate to see incredible demand since day one We've taken premium grazing experiences to a new level for this holiday season and so many other occasions throughout the year," Solomon added.

With Boarderie, there is no shopping, cutting, or prepping required Boards are shipped temperaturecontrolled and perfectly arranged. Consumers and gift givers can expect:

Artful presentation

Each is display-worthy and features a tapestry of the unique ingredients that arrive looking exactly as they do in the pictures.

Gourmet Curation

The company and its founders take pride in the exceptional quality of the products. Featuring individually selected hand-cut cheeses and meats sourced from award winning producers around the world, each board serves up perfectly paired, impeccably sourced assortments that unite variety and novelty with complete harmony.

"Our vision has been perfected over 20 years in hospitality, and we think it shows. You'll see our expertise reflected in deliciously display-worthy arrangements, catering-level quality, and chef-inspired pairings," said Aaron Menitoff Co-CEO, Boarderie. "Whether you're giving, celebrating, or sharing at home, at an event or at work, you're free to enjoy a grazing experience that delivers all of the flavors with none of the fuss."

KITCHENAID LAUNCHES NEW BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR WITH INNOVATIVE STORAGE & MEANINGFUL

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KitchenAid introduces its new built-in refrigerator, designed with flexible and accessible storage to stay in the creative flow. With enhanced features and organization, this built-in refrigerator is the heart of the kitchen, allowing Makers to get excited to create in their kitchen.

"Optimal space and functionality allows consumers to get the most out of their kitchen, further empowering them in their making," said Danie Antonelli, Senior Director of Brand and Shopper Marketing for KitchenAid Major Appliances. "Not only did we design a refrigerator to meet their kitchen aesthetic needs, but we made sure it has the functionality to match."

The latest KitchenAidⓇ built-in refrigerator features the following benefits:

Under-Shelf Prep Zone: Ideal for food prep or storing leftovers, marinating, chilling desserts, making focaccia and more, this area utilizes space that is typically left unused beneath the refrigerator shelf. The refrigerator also includes a 9"x13" baking sheet and cake pan, allowing cooks to stay in the creative flow – going directly from the refrigerator to the oven to the dishwasher.

Premium Sliding Storage Tray: Comes in a wood-look finish that is moisture and stain resistant Whether Makers are serving platters or simply organizing ingredients, this feature will impress guests with its form and function. It is also fully removable, making it easy to clean.

FreshChill™ Temperature-Controlled Drawer: Has a manual setting so you can customize temperatures in order to help maintain the freshness of your ingredients – whether it be meat, produce, assorted items or deli. From a tri-tip to a large rhubarb from the farmer's market, you have control over how much cool air enters the drawer.

About KitchenAid

Since the introduction of its legendary stand mixer in 1919 and the first dishwasher in 1949, KitchenAid has built on the legacy of these icons to create a complete line of products designed for those with a passion to create. Today, the KitchenAid® brand offers virtually every essential for the well-equipped kitchen with a collection that includes everything from countertop appliances to cookware, ranges to refrigerators, and whisks to wine cellars. To learn more, visit KitchenAid.com or follow us on Instagram, @KitchenAidUSA.

The festivities are set for Friday, November 18th, 2022, at eight o’clock at 5894 Sunset Drive.

Live entertainers, welcome cocktails, small bites and other surprises are sure to make this night unforgettable.

Reservations are encouraged and available via Opentable or by calling the establishment at 305-392-1832.

South Miami Neighbors, patrons and sushi lovers are cordially invited to the Grand Opening celebration at SIM Sushi and Tapas.

Expansion With The Official Launch of Light F/X Studios Complex

The company hosted a holiday themed launch event attended by some of the biggest names in Latin music.

Those in attendance included award-winning composer Marlow Rosado, Zion of Zion & Lennox, Motiff, Fraga of DLG, Dose from group Fulanito, Jhonny Leon, Gaby Borges, actress Natalia Betancourt– Netflix, Jesus Salas- Content Officer and Executive Vice President at Spanish Broadcasting System, SBS radio personality Jammin Johnny Caride, actress Noris Joffre, Angel Rodriguez (artist representative), Virginia Romero (film director and producer), David Impelluso (film director and producer), Univision anchor Sandra Peebles, Farid Duque El Dukke (Film producer and artist manager), Jose Rosario, actress Lizandra Parra, Maykel Perez (P.R), Kevin Cabrera (actor), Telumundo's Jocelyne Pruna, TMZ Hip Hop Host Tonio Skits, and stylist Antony Ortiz.

Cruise Planners becomes the first franchise travel agency to offer space travel aboard Space Perspective's Spaceship Neptune in 2025

To infinity and beyond! Cruise Planners is excited to announce that they are working with Space Perspective to offer their clients a chance to break barriers and go beyond the final frontier: space. Cruise Planners has reserved two full capsules scheduled to fly in 2025 & 2027 respectively on Spaceship Neptune, developed to be the most accessible, most sustainable, and safest spacecraft on or above Planet Earth. The six-hour journey takes eight Explorers and a pilot to the edge of space in a luxurious pressurized capsule propelled by a SpaceBalloon™

Spaceship Neptune will differ from other spacecraft by being attached and secured to the SpaceBalloon for the entirety of the flight, making it a safe and seamless journey for the traveler. Other vessels separate midflight and transfer to different flight systems. According to Space Perspective, Spaceship Neptune will be lifted to space by the SpaceBalloon, powered by renewable hydrogen with no rockets and no carbon footprint. Guests won't have the jarring blastoff that is typical of space travel, but instead will ascend steadily at 12 mph, making the experience accessible for anyone who is able to fly with a commercial airline.

"Cruise Planners has always been a pioneer and at the forefront of innovation in the travel industry," said Michelle Fee, CEO and founder of Cruise Planners. "We are excited for our advisors to be able to offer such a unique experience to their clients that pushes all boundaries of travel as we know it."

The interior Space Lounge layout has been designed to maximize comfort and enhance the quintessential astronaut experience of seeing the beauty of Planet Earth from space. Explorers can take advantage of the telescope and interactive screens that share key information as the journey unfolds or celebrate with a champagne toast from the bar. Guests will be able to enjoy the view from the largest windows ever flown to space, giving Explorers 360-degree visibility. A high-speed Wi-Fi connection will be available, allowing guests to share the transformative experience with friends and family.

"Space Perspective is changing the face of space travel," said Edyta Teper, Head of Global Sales-Trade Partnerships. "We are delighted that Cruise Planners is one of the early pioneers to present this exciting and life changing experience to their clients."

Cruise Planners hosted the first of many seminars to train advisors on this unique experience so they can help answer any questions their clients may have. While this rare opportunity is not for the general consumer, Cruise Planners is thrilled to be able to provide rare and curated experiences for every type of traveler, with no boundaries and ready to conquer the next frontier.