Budweiser Kicks Off The Holiday Season In Spirit With A New Holiday Look

Budweiser Continues to Lead the Way in Design and Innovation, Adding a Limited Edition Holiday Bottle to its Roster

To celebrate the 140th holiday season of America’s No.1 full-flavored lager, Budweiser is launching newly designed limited-edition holiday packaging, spreading holiday cheer nationwide. Debuting this month, the seasonally relevant packaging is designed to creatively reflect Budweiser’s traditional festive holiday spirit.

Budweiser Kicks off the Holiday Season with a Limited Edition Holiday Bottle (PRNewsFoto/Budweiser)

Budweiser, an American-style lager, was introduced in 1876 when company founder Adolphus Busch set out to create the United States’ first truly national beer brand – brewed to be universally popular and transcend regional tastes. Each batch of Budweiser stays true to the same family recipe used by five generations of Busch family brewmasters. Budweiser is a medium-bodied, flavorful, crisp and pure beer with blended layers of premium American and European hop aromas, brewed for the perfect balance of flavor and refreshment. Budweiser is made using time-honored methods including “kraeusening” for natural carbonation and Beechwood aging, which results in unparalleled balance and character.

Designed in partnership with Jones Knowles Ritchie New York, the all-red, tonal look is inspired by the brand’s longstanding history of decorating its 12 US breweries for the holidays. The seasonal aluminum bottles highlight the brand’s strongest equities, specifically the colors of red and white – which fit right in with the holiday season.

Budweiser continues to lead the way in design and packaging innovation, with the past year giving life to some of the brand’s boldest and most unique offerings. Starting in 2015 with the launch of the brand’s new visual identity, Budweiser rolled out redesigned cans and bottles to reflect the detail exemplary of brewing America’s No. 1 full-flavored lager.

In 2016, Budweiser took cues from culture to inspire new packaging looks, leading to its boldest patriotic packaging move ever with the launch of the America can followed by the Torch bottle just in time for the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

“At Budweiser, we have a long-standing tradition of decorating our local breweries across this country during the holidays,” said Ricardo Marques, vice president from Budweiser. “This season, we want to extend the holiday cheer with our limited-edition bottles and toast to a bright new year!“

Budweiser’s America packaging run ends this month, making way for the next season of Budweiser traditions, including the debut of holiday packaging. The limited-edition festive bottle will be available through the holiday season.

2016 Holiday Gift Guide: The Art of Shaving Launches New Fragrance Collection

The Collection of Five New Fragrances Pays Homage to Barbering Traditions and Essential Oils

The Art of Shaving has released a new fragrance collection to celebrate the brand’s 20th Anniversary. Barbering experts partnered with world class perfumers to craft a range of distinct scents that are at once modern, yet nostalgic. Inspired by the grand heritage of Barbering and the final touch of every time-honored barber chair shave – the finishing spritz of a scented tonic, the collection brings home the perfect finish to the perfect shave and any grooming ritual.

As all of the brand’s products have been for the past 20 year, these five fragrances were created using the finest natural essential oils, sourced and meticulously blended using the highest quality techniques. Each scent was carefully assembled to harmoniously link every note for a full and expressive accord.

“Essential oil aromas are a critical part of elevating the grooming experience from an act to a cherished ritual. Our new cologne collection is the ultimate expression of these aromas and the perfect finishing touch for The Art of Shaving man”, says Todd Brisky, The Art of Shaving CEO. “Each fragrance in the collection has been designed with craft and care to have a distinct personality. I don’t expect you to ‘like’ all five, but I’m sure there will be one or two you ‘love’ and that is how you should feel about your fragrance.”

The Collection Consists Of Five Fragrances:

The Art of Shaving Launches New Fragrance Collection (Photo: Business Wire)

• SANDALWOOD & CYPRESS – A classic and sophisticated aroma with a nostalgic undertone. This handcrafted fragrance combines masculine, woody Sandalwood with aromatic, bright Cypress to develop a signature fragrance wearable from day to night.
• OUD SUEDE – A traditional, intense fragrance derived from rare Middle Eastern Oud wood. The rich, dark aromatic resin is distilled over time to develop its unique, fragrant quality unmatched in nature. Balanced with earthy Cypriol, the combination of these two natural elements creates a deep woody, amber sensuality with skin-like warmth.
• VETIVER CITRON – A luminous citrus with bittersweet undertones. Earthy Vetiver is lifted by the fresh simplicity of cold pressed Grapefruit. Finished with a subtly, spicy heart note, this refined fragrance complements any grooming routine.
• GREEN LAVENDER – An herbaceous floral for the modern gentleman, carefully crafted to effortlessly blend aromatic, tranquil lavender with the fresh, green notes of rosemary and peppermint.
• CORIANDER & CARDAMOM – A nod to Middle Eastern aromatic barber traditions. A fresh twist on a traditionally warm and spicy scent. Inspired by fresh tonics from ancient spices, Coriander and Cardamom are subtly balanced with basil, lavender, sage and blackcurrant. The result – a crisp green with spicy wood and pepper facets.

Each 100ml fragrance is sold individually for $100 ($125 for “Oud Suede”). Each 30ml fragrance is sold individually for $60 ($75 for “Oud Suede”) and available at The Art of Shaving stores and on www.theartofshaving.com.

Greatest Expansion In Graceland History, “Elvis Presley’s Memphis” Opens March 2-5, 2017 with Grand Opening Celebration Events

State-Of-The-Art Entertainment Complex To Feature New Elvis Presley Career Museum, Automobile Museum, Performance Soundstage, Pop Culture Exhibits, Restaurants And Retail

Tickets Now On Sale For Opening Weekend Through The Rest Of 2017

New, Exclusive “ULTIMATE Vip” Tour Experience Also Debuts In March 2017

Elvis Presley’s Graceland® announced the official opening date for its new, $45 million, 200,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art entertainment complex, now named Elvis Presley’s Memphis™, which is currently under construction across the street from Graceland Mansion. March 2-5, 2017 will be the Grand Opening Celebration Weekend, as Graceland welcomes visitors from around the world to its largest and most significant expansion since first opening to the public in 1982.

“For over 30 years, our fans and visitors have loved the Graceland experience, but our facilities haven’t enabled us to share much more than a small piece of the story,” stated Joel Weinshanker, Managing Partner, Graceland Holdings, LLC. “Now with ‘Elvis Presley’s Memphis,’ you will be able to truly experience all that Memphis offered Elvis, walk through the streets in his footsteps, see what he saw, feel what he felt, live the life of ‘the king.’ No one lived life bigger than Elvis — now is the opportunity to truly experience it for yourself.”

Elvis Presley’s Graceland® announced the official opening date for its new, $45 million, 200,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art entertainment complex, now named “Elvis Presley’s Memphis™”, which is currently under construction across the street from Graceland Mansion. (Photo: Business Wire)

Elvis Presley’s Memphis is Phase 2 of the planned Graceland expansion and development. Combined with the $92 million Phase 1 project, The Guest House at Graceland 450-room resort hotel, Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. is investing a total of $137 million in the Whitehaven community of Memphis to further enhance the Memphis and Graceland experience for visitors from around the world. Inspired by Elvis’ personal style and the iconic Graceland Mansion, The Guest House at Graceland opened on October 27, 2016 and is the largest hotel project in Memphis in over 90 years. The resort hotel, which is situated just steps from Graceland Mansion, features 430 guest rooms and 20 specialty suites with design and décor supervised by Priscilla Presley. The hotel also features two full-service restaurants, a lobby bar, a 464-seat theater, outdoor pool and conference, event and catering facilities. (The resort recently received the AAA Four Diamond rating, joining the exclusive ranks of top hotels and resorts in the country.)

The opening four days of Elvis Presley’s Memphis will feature major celebration events each day, including live concerts that will celebrate Elvis’ incredible life and career, and honor Memphis’ rich musical legacy across genres, including Blues, Rockabilly, R&B, Soul and Rock ‘n’ Roll.

The largest entertainment complex of its kind, and exponentially bigger than Graceland’s current visitor center, Elvis Presley’s Memphis will enable music fans, pop culture enthusiasts and Memphis visitors to follow the path that Elvis took, surround themselves with the things that he loved, and experience the sights and sounds of the city that inspired him. Guests will fully immerse themselves in his life and career like never before — his roots, his influences and his artistry.

While the acclaimed Graceland Mansion tour will continue to present the personal and family side of Elvis’ life, Elvis Presley’s Memphis will tell the rest of the story, exploring the beginning of the incredible music and pop culture explosion that all started here in Memphis, with the greatest entertainer of all time.

What’s New at Elvis Presley’s Memphis:

Making Spirits Bright At Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay

Bahrain’s Luxury Resort Destination Welcomes Families And Friends With A Curated Selection Of Dining And Entertainment

The holiday season at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay is destined to be an unforgettable experience. Take a festive getaway and enjoy countless ways to eat, drink and be merry in Bahrain’s one and only private island as it offer a lineup of special holiday experiences. With a lineup of special holiday dining and entertainment created with legendary Four Seasons finesse, the Hotel offers something merry for everyone.

Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay

For a complete schedule of holiday festivities at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, click here. Highlights include:

The Magical Festive Décor of the Urban Resort

Hotel guests and Spa members are invited to join the Hotel team for a spectacular Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, complete with traditional carols, cookies and festive refreshments.

(Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay)

To convey a true Christmas spirit, the lobby will feature glorious holiday décor in elegant colours of gold, complete with a contemporary Christmas tree and holiday-inspired floral arrangements. A gingerbread creation made by Executive Pastry Chef Imad Boukli will be a spectacular and mouthwatering addition.

(Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay)

• The holiday decor will be in place from December 5, 2016 through January 7, 2017.

Sweet Treats from the Kitchens of Four Seasons at the Christmas Market

(Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay)

From homemade chocolate truffles to gingerbread cookies and soldiers, Christmas fruit cake and mince pie, the holidays are the perfect time to indulge. To offer guests a head start on festive season planning, the Hotel opens its popular Christmas Market in its lobby. Traditional festive items such as holiday cookies, honey-glazed turkey-to-go and the signature yule log cake will treat the family to something special straight from the kitchens at Four Seasons.

• Christmas Market welcomes guests from December 5, 2016 to January 3, 2017, every day from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm.

It’s Festive Tea Time!

Throughout the festive season, guests will enjoy a daily afternoon tea featuring a host of seasonal treats including mouthwatering honey-glazed turkey and smoked salmon sandwiches, as well as freshly baked gingerbread spiced cookies.

(Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay)

• Festive Afternoon Tea is served from December 1, 2016 to January 7, 2017 every afternoon from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at Bay View Lounge and is priced at BHD 15 per person or BHD 28 for two people.

Holly Jolly Christmas for the Little Ones

The Kids For All Seasons Complimentary Kids Camp, open daily for ages 4-12 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm on weekdays and from 9:00 am to 8:30 pm on weekends, has an array of organised activities planned for Hotel guests throughout the festive season with special focus on the Bahrain National Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve. From candy hunts on the outdoor lawn to balloon art, face painting, making festive accessories, writing letters to Santa and cookie decorating along with gingerbread house building, the KFAS team has a thoughtfully orchestrated schedule to provide fun for all ages.

Kids For All Seasons New Year’s Eve Extravaganza

Kids For All Seasons New Year’s Eve Extravaganza (Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay)

Younger guests are in for a night of fantastic fun at the Kids For All Seasons New Year’s Eve Extravaganza. Party all night long with cool activities including a fashion show, New Year’s mask making, arts and crafts, a beauty session and costume making.

• December 31st from 9:00 am to 12:30 am
• Complimentary for hotel guests, spa members and guests of Bahrain Bay Kitchen