Member Marketing Update March 2021

SAFE & STRONG PLEDGE

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Dine Out Boston Auction Last Chance to Bid on March 31

Enjoy a healthy helping of gift cards to bid on while supporting our charitable partners. The Dine Out Boston Auction will run until March 31 with proceeds going to support the Boston Black Hospitality Coalition, Boston Cares and the Veronica Robles Cultural Center. So, tell your friends, family, and community. Support a good cause while eating great! Don't miss out on the opportunity to bid on $100 gift certificates to participating restaurants in Boston and beyond.

What's Open in Boston

We are bringing Boston back safe and strong with our See You Soon video! Please share and utilize this direct link in your outreach! Please note that our popular “Open in Boston” landing page continues to gain momentum with increased monthly traffic! We encourage all of our members to send any events or openings to events@bostonusa.com.

GBCVB Virtual Open House: April 7th, 4:30 - 5:30pm

Please plan to join us on Wednesday, April 7th from 4:30 - 5:30pm for our next virtual Open House. We invite you to learn more about our Live Boston Classroom campaign, a destination marketing initiative that offers experiential educational opportunities for locals and visitors alike. Please join us to learn more about this campaign and how you can sign up. We will feature members who are currently participating in Live Boston Classroom. Bostonia Public House is now offering brunch on Monday and will demo how to make the Bae-Mosa, which is a featured cocktail on their menu. Join in on the fun and make it with us! Bae-Mosa recipe: Beefeater Pink Strawberry Gin, lemon, cucumber, grapefruit juice, Gruet Rose. Bae-Mosa: •      1.5oz Beefeater Pink • .75oz Grapefruit • .75 Lemon Juice • .25 Simple Syrup • 2 slices cucumber • Top w/ Gruet Rose. Muddle cucumber, simple and lemon. Fill with Beefeater Pink and grapefruit, shake and strain. Top with Gruet Rose. Garnish with strawberry slices in glass and cucumber slice on the rim. The Boston Harbor Hotel is offering a fresh collection of exclusive family-friendly specials and their team will be telling us about some of these including Kidventures, Family Connections and Third Night Complimentary as well as their Summer in the City series which welcomes adventurers big and small to enjoy live music and movies on the harbor. New England Aquarium will also be joining in to update us about some of their offers, experiences and upcoming programs. Please register HERE in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

#MeetSmallDreamBig Campaign Call for Offers

Photo courtesy of Encore Boston Harbor Our Sales Team continues to deploy a series of #MeetSmallDreamBig digital campaigns to articulate the essential role of small meetings. Contribute to the campaign’s success by sending your meet small offers to Olivia Sullivan at osullivan@bostonusa.com.

#LiveBostonClassroom School Vacation & Spring Break Promotion

The Bureau will continue to promote "Live Boston Classroom" destination experiences featuring hotel and cultural tourism packages that emphasize learning. For questions, or to submit a Live Boston Classroom offering, please contact David O'Donnell, Vice President of Strategic Communications via dodonnell@bostonusa.com. Learn more about this initiative.

Saying Goodbye to Steve Ciccolini of Entertainment Specialists

The Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau is deeply saddened for the loss of one of our long standing members, Steve Ciccolini with Entertainment Specialists. Our condolences go out to Steve’s family, colleagues and friends.  Steve was a pioneer in the field of special event entertainment. He grew up in an age where entertainment agents and talent struggled with their relationship. Being a working musician, along with his professionalism and integrity, Steve was a catalyst in mending that relationship.  Steve Ciccolini was more than just an entertainment agent, he was also an educator.   Early on, Steve realized the potential of the wedding and corporate event business and launched his own successful wedding band "Double Vision." By working at actual events he was able to fully understand how venues and hotels worked and was able to harbor valuable relationships with those clients. He was a natural salesperson and enhanced his relationships by attending various association meetings, including the GBCVB. Steve always greeted people with a smile and his influence on the entertainment and special events industry will be forever cherished by all of those who had the pleasure to meet him.

Member Orientation - June 3rd, 9am - 10am Make the Most of Your Membership!

Are you looking to maximize your GBCVB Benefits? Join us on Thursday, June 3rd from 9 - 10am to virtually meet some of our team and learn how to make the most out of your Membership. We’ll also give you an overview of the GBCVB, review the departments we represent, and tell you about our current programs and planned initiatives for 2021. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Kamilla: kdcarmignani@bostonusa.com.    We look forward to having you join us!

Upcoming Holiday Menu Promotions

Photo courtesy of Gourmet Caterers, Inc. The GBCVB is planning to promote Easter and Mother's Day! Please send your holiday menus to: Glenn McGibbon at gmcgibbon@bostonusa.com.

A Warm Welcome to our Newest Members

Legal Sea Foods-Downtown Crossing

Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf

Legal Sea Foods operates award-winning restaurants committed to quality and freshness. It all started over 70 years ago with a fish market in Cambridge, MA – and today their pier-to-plate process brings over 40 varieties of fresh fish and shellfish to the table throughout the year. “If it isn’t fresh, it isn’t Legal!”

Across from the Brookline Village station, the Hilton Garden Inn Boston/Brookline is easily accessible with public transportation. Located just one mile from Fenway Park and walking distance to the Longwood Medical Area. Breathtaking views, on-site restaurant, indoor pool and fitness center are just some of what Brookline’s newest hotel offers!

Frankland Museum/Publishing - Promotes Frankland 18th-Century books, literature & items connected with Boston's Freedom Trail experience! Author apprearances - future exhibit sites to be listed soon.

For the New England gambler, Plainridge Park Casino provides the excitement, winning and comfort that our players can expect. Our convenient location allows you to spend less time traveling and more time experiencing the entertainment you crave with the hometown hospitality you deserve.

Member Renewals

We want to thank you for your continued support and partnership. Your investment in our organization and industry is more crucial than ever as we look towards rebuilding together. Your member benefits are at work for you and uninterrupted during these unprecedented times. Here are some examples of your Membership Dues at Work.

THANK YOU FOR RENEWING YOUR MEMBERSHIP IN FEBRUARY!

• 730 Tavern Kitchen & Patio • Abby Park Adams National Historical Park • • Arts & Cards, Inc.• ATLANTIC PHOTO • Audio Visual Production Solutions • • B&G Oysters • Bay Colony Historical Tours • BearCom Wireless • • Besito Mexican Restaurant - Chestnut Hill • Blue Man Group • • Boston Chops South End • Boston Common Coach • • Boston le nez en l'air - Tours of Boston in French • • Boston Marriott Copley Place • Breakaway Courier • • Charles Hotel, Harvard square • • Courtyard Boston Downtown/North Station • Dav El | BostonCoach • • District Hall • DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Bayside • • DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • • EVOO • Flagraphics Inc. • FM&A Events • • Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton-Newton • GLR Tours • • Hampton Inn Boston Logan Airport • Hawthorne Hotel • Hy-Line Cruises • • Kittery Outlets • Lucky Strike Boston & Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co. • • Macy's Boston • Mamma Maria • Mandarin Oriental, Boston • • Menton • • MIDA • National Charter Bus Boston • • Party Excitement Event Entertainment • PRA New England • • Q Restaurant • Ruth's Chris Steak House • Salem Witch Museum • • Sam La Grassa's "World's #1 Sandwiches" • Scampo Scampo • • Seasons 52 Burlington • State Room - Longwood Venues • • StevesTravelGuide • The Capital Grille • The Colonnade Hotel • • The Larz Anderson Auto Museum • The Marliave • The Newbury Boston• • The Oceanaire Seafood Room • Toscano Restaurant • • Travel Graphic International • Turkish Airlines Inc. • VDA Inc. •

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