Florida’s Rich Spanish Colonial History and Culture
July 8, 2009 in United states by admin
Miami, Florida (July 8, 2009) – Kimpton’s new EPIC in downtown Miami hosted an elaborate reception for VISIT FLORIDA’s presentation of the new Florida Spanish Heritage Trail Guide and VIVA FLORIDA website (www.VivaFlorida.org) on June 23, 2009. The event, which took place in the hotel’s Metropolis Ballroom, celebrated Florida’s rich Spanish Colonial history and culture and marked the start of a new chapter in the state’s relationship with Spain, emphasizing future opportunities in tourism, trade, economic development, education and cultural exchange.
In attendance (as pictured above from L to R), were Emilio Sanchez, President of Spain-Florida Foundation 500Years; Chris Thompson, President and CEO of VISIT FLORIDA; Santiago Cabanas Ansorena, Consul General of Spain, Miami; and Eric Jellson, Area Director of Sales and Marketing, EPIC, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. Read the rest of this entry »
