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la visita della capitale americana, sperimenterete una scena gastronomica vivace ed eclettica tipica americana. Ciò significa che in ogni ristorante ci sarà da aspettarsi qualcosa di diverso: da pasti a cinque stelle serviti in piatti d’argento ai “chili bowl” (cestini di panini ripieni) famosi nel mondo serviti nei diner. La gastronomia locale di Washington, DC ha una caratteristica sola comune a tutti i suoi piatti: la bontà. Date un’occhiata a cosa bolle in pentola. La nostra esperienza culinaria comprende: Ristoranti: ef di fama internazionale sono al timone delle cucine in tutta la città. Ci sono più di 2100 ristoranti a Washington, DC per soddisfare tutta la vostra voglia di granchi reali, hamburger e sushi. Aziende vinicole ed enoteche: la città prende molto sul serio la propria politica e il proprio vino. Deliziate il vostro palato gustando premiati vini provenienti dalle regioni vinicole di Washington, DC, California e dal mondo intero. Tour culinari: incamminatevi sulla strada del gusto tra i piatti più famosi di Washington, DC. Partecipate a un tour culinario e assaggiate i piatti preferiti del posto come ostriche, “half-smoke sausage” (una speciale salsiccia affumicata speziata) e molto altro. Birrifici: gustatevi una Washington, DC al... boccale. I birrifici locali vi disseteranno con le loro birre artigianali e tanto buonumore. Esplorate i nostri quartieri per scoprire qual è il locale alla moda che fa per voi. Trova posti dove mangiare
Essen und Trinken
Die Gastronomie in der Hauptstadt des Landes ist so vielseitig und abwechslungsreich wie Amerika selbst. Sie können also davon ausgehen, dass Sie in jedem Restaurant eine Spezialität finden. Das örtliche Essensangebot in DC, sei es ein Fünf-Sterne-Menü auf dem Silbertablett oder eine weltberühmte Schale Chili beim Imbiss, hat nur eins gemeinsam: Alles schmeckt köstlich. Hier ist eine Kostprobe dessen, was sie erwartet. Zu unserem Gourmet-Erlebnis gehören: Restaurants: Internationale Spitzenköche garantieren Leckerbissen im gesamten Stadtgebiet. Es gibt über 2.100 Restaurants in DC, sodass Sie Ihren Appetit überall stillen können, ganz gleich, ob Ihnen der Sinn nach Blaukrabbe aus Maryland, einem Burger oder Sushi steht. Weingüter und Weinstuben: Zwei Dinge werden in der Stadt sehr ernst genommen: Politik und Wein. Schwelgen Sie in preisgekrönten Weinen aus dem DC Wine Country, Kalifornien und aller Welt. Kulinarische Entdeckungsreisen: Probieren Sie die beliebtesten Gerichte, die Washington, DC zu bieten hat. Nehmen Sie an einer kulinarischen Entdeckungsreise teil und kosten Sie lokale Spezialitäten, wie Austern, „Half-Smoke“-Würstchen und mehr. Brauereien: Entdecken Sie DC bei einer Kneipentour. Örtliche Brauereien stillen DCs Durst nach handwerklich gebrautem Bier und guter Laune. Erkunden Sie unsere Viertel und entdecken Sie Ihr Lieblingslokal.
Eventos internacionais em DC
Recentes empreendimentos multibilionários ao redor de DC atraíram a atenção de visitantes e organizadores de eventos de todo o mundo. Essa é uma das razões pelas quais DC se tornou um dos principais destinos para encontros internacionais. A outra: Washington, DC é uma cidade de destaque internacional, com monumentos e memoriais icônicos, museus incríveis (e gratuitos), façanhas políticas, embaixadas internacionais, bairros históricos, e universidades e faculdades respeitadas. Serviços para eventos em DC Com uma variedade de espaços para eventos, centros de convenções e muitas opções para depois do expediente em DC, você poderá fazer suas reuniões nos seus termos. A Destination DC presta os seguintes serviços, 24 horas por dia, de segunda a domingo: Informações sobre destinos e hotéis Conexões com parceiros locais Reuniões individuais e presenciais Nós o ajudamos a descobrir Washington, DC com uma gama de produtos específicos por região Serviços para convenções, acomodações e inscrições Entre em contato com Clare Hogan para planejar seu evento em DC ou ligue para+55 (202) 789-7066
Everything You Need to Know About Inauguration Day in Washington, DC
The Presidential Inaugural Committee asks that Americans stay home and celebrate this year's inauguration virtually. District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser issued an order that pauses museum operations and indoor dining until Friday, Jan. 22, 2021 at 5 a.m. Even for those activities that are not paused by order, the Mayor strongly encourages residents and visitors to be cautious and to limit their exposure to other people so as to limit the spread of COVID-19. Note the latest travel safety information before planning any visit to DC. Witness history from home as the United States of America welcomes a new commander-in-chief on Jan. 20. If you’re looking for more information about celebrating the presidential inauguration, then check out these commonly asked questions. Where can I see the swearing-in ceremony? Tune in to the Biden Inaugural Committee YouTube channel to watch official Presidential Inauguration events. Live events include: COVID-19 Memorial | Tuesday, Jan. 19 - 5:30 p.m. - A memorial to remember and honor the lives lost to COVID-19 in cities and towns across the country. A Washington, D.C. ceremony will feature a lighting around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. We Are One | Tuesday, Jan. 19 - 8:30 p.m. - A celebration of the accomplishments of the African-American and black community and the historic inauguration of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. Celebrating America hosted by Tom Hanks | Wednesday, Jan. 20 - 8:30 p.m. - The primetime special hosted by Tom Hanks will feature remarks from President Biden and Vice President Harris and performances that represent the rich diversity and extensive talent America offers. The Inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris | Wednesday, Jan. 20 - Starts at 10 a.m. - The United States of America's historic 59th inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will take place from the West Front of the U.S. Capitol. When and where is the swearing-in ceremony? The 46th President of the United States will be sworn in on Wednesday, Jan. 20 on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. Both the vice president-elect and president-elect will take Oaths of Office, which usually takes place at noon, followed by an inaugural address. In-person attendance is limited to Congress due to safety protocols. Instead of a traditional inaugural parade, the Bidens will arrive at the White House with a presidential escort consisting of representatives from every branch of the military. A “virtual parade” showcasing communities across the country will be televised. A virtual lighting ceremony honoring American lives lost due to COVID-19 will take place on Jan. 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Communities across the country are invited to join by lighting buildings and ringing church bells. There will be a primetime television program hosted by Tom Hanks at 8:30 p.m. on Jan. 20 titled “Celebrating America” instead of traditional inaugural balls. Participating artists include Ant Clemons, Jon Bon Jovi, Demi Lovato and Justin Timberlake. More information can be found via the Presidential Inaugural Committee. Mayor Bowser's office also has a dedicated website for the event. How can I view the new president’s parade route? Plan to watch the procession from home this year. After being sworn in, the president typically goes on a ceremonial parade down Pennsylvania Avenue from the U.S. Capitol to the White House. In the past, the parade has begun at approximately 3 p.m. on Inauguration Day. This year, the Bidens will arrive at the White House with a presidential escort consisting of representatives from every branch of the military. A “virtual parade” showcasing communities across the country will be televised. The parade will begin at approximately 3 p.m. on Inauguration Day. Visit the website of the Presidential Inauguration Committee for more information. Now that you know the ins and outs of the presidential inauguration, check out more Presidential Inauguration content such as what's open, things to do this winter and more.
Everything You Need to Know About WeChat
In order for local attractions and destinations to maximize the potential of these travelers, it’s important to look beyond traditional B2B marketing such as sales missions, exhibitions and road shows to understand China’s digital landscape. Facebook and Instagram, two of the greatest vehicles for advertising in the U.S., are banned in China, along with Google. Brands must therefore navigate the world of Chinese social media, including WeChat and Weibo, in order to market to travelers directly. In this post, we will dig into WeChat, the biggest platform and phenomenon in the Chinese market, as well as look at how you can leverage it to promote your brand. WeChat Though only launched in 2013 by Chinese internet company Tencent, WeChat has already grown to become an indispensable tool in China. In simple terms, WeChat can be thought of as a mix of WhatsApp, Google, Facebook and Apple Pay. Through this all-in-one platform, users can do almost everything they need, including pay their bills, call a cab, read a novel, get takeout, conduct business and share memories with their friends, all without ever leaving the app. Let’s break it down for you in numbers*: Over 1 billion monthly active users worldwide 800 million monthly active WeChat Pay users 50% of users spend 90 minutes per day on WeChat Typical user born in the 1980s and 1990s, living in urban areas Average user reads seven articles per day 36% of users open WeChat 30 times or more per day 35% of total time on mobile devices is spent on WeChat *Based on Tencent’s most recent numbers. (2016 and 2018 reports) This diverse app offers a range of services, including but not limited to: Text messaging Video and voice calling Group messaging and calling WeChat moments This feature functions like the Facebook Wall and allows users to share their thoughts and photos in a social media feed. WeChat Pay WeChat Pay is extremely popular throughout China and is essentially a mixture of Apple Pay and Venmo. Users can link their bank cards to the system and scan barcodes to complete transactions within a second. They can also send and receive money from friends in their chats. WeChat Pay has completely penetrated the Chinese market, so much so that it is rare to find a store or restaurant, even makeshift ones on roadsides, that doesn’t accept it. Accepting WeChat Pay here in the U.S. can help facilitate transactions with Chinese consumers and encourage spending. We will provide a separate tutorial on this topic at a later date. Coupons and membership cards Users can store their coupons and membership cards easily through their “Card Wallet” in the app. Coupons can also be sent and exchanged through messages. When WeChat Pay is available, consumers can directly purchase their goods through the app, making for a smooth transaction. Translation services WeChat provides translation services from Chinese to English and vice-versa. Users can activate by pressing and holding text messages and use as a means of easy communication with Chinese friends and clients. Mini program Mini programs are a more recent phenomenon and are essentially mini apps within WeChat that can be instantly launched without pre-installation. DDC is a pioneer among destination marketing organizations in this field. See details of our own mini program below for examples of how they work, as well as how your brand can get involved. WeChat is also compatible with the following operating system platforms: iOS (iPhone/iPad) Android Windows MacOS Web browsers How you can promote your business on WeChat As WeChat becomes an inseparable part of people’s lives, how can companies leverage its resources to connect to their customers? The easiest and most affordable way to promote your DC brand in the Chinese market is to join DDC’s WeChat City Experience Mini Program. The program is FREE for DDC members and can help Chinese travelers discover your brand! DDC is proud to be the first city in the U.S. to launch its own mini program in conjunction with the WeChat team. Our mini program is designed to be an interactive guide that helps tourists make the most of their visit. The map-driven layout highlights the top attractions, restaurants, shopping experiences, etc. and helps travelers explore the city. Our mini program is unique among destinations in that it also includes a coupon section, which drives visitors to specific destinations using coupon codes exclusive to WeChat users. Key features of DDC’s WeChat mini program: General information for restaurant, attraction and shopping destinations in and around Washington, DC, including opening hours, fees, contact information, etc. Information in both Mandarin and English City map and walking directions Coupons See the screenshots below to get an idea of how the mini program looks and be sure to add it to your phone. Image 1. DDC WeChat account QR code Each account has its own unique QR code. Users can scan these codes to easily add friends and follow accounts. To find our account, 1) you can download the app in your device’s app store, or go to: http://www.wechat.com/en/; 2) create your own personal account; 3) log into your WeChat and scan this QR Code, which will take you directly to the DDC official WeChat City Experience mini program landing page (image 2). Image 2. DDC WeChat landing page Image 3. Map-driven page Ready to explore! The map-driven layout highlights the top attractions, restaurants, shopping experiences and more. Image 4. Sample attraction page on map-driven page This personalized attraction page lays out all information specific to your business, including an introduction, opening hours, address and navigation features. Image 5. Coupon master page Click the bottom tab on the right (the one resembling a giftbox) to see the coupon page. All available offers are listed. Image 6. Coupon sample page Click any of the available coupons on image 5 and each one will lead you to this personalized coupon page, which includes valid dates, the discount offer and the redemption method. See screenshot of Bike and Roll DC page as an example. How do I get involved with the DDC WeChat? There are two ways for DDC members to promote their brand through our WeChat, both FREE of charge: Create a brand page for our Map Page The map page, seen above in image 3, displays the map of DC and nearby attractions. By creating a page here, you can educate the Chinese market on your business, including an introduction, operating times, location, photos, etc. Translation services are provided by our team for free to ensure the page is effective. Add a coupon to our Coupon Program Once your Map Page is setup, we recommend joining our Coupon Program (see image 5 and 6). Based on our WeChat monthly metrics report, our program is rapidly gaining momentum. To set up these pages, contact me at ang@washington.org I hope you enjoyed this WeChat overview and now feel better equipped to join Chinese social media marketing with DDC. Be sure to look out for our next blog, where we’ll discuss another Chinese digital giant, Weibo. Connect with me on WeChat by scanning this QR code: References: China National Figures for Intro- http://finance.huanqiu.com/gjcx/2019-01/14016514.html Introduction- https://jingtravel.com/number-of-potential-chinese-outbound-tourists-double-by-2020/ “WeChat – A Global Platform?”, HBS Case studies by Willy Shih, Howard Yu, and Fang Liu, https://hbr.org/product/wechat-a-global-platform/615049-PDF-ENG Tencent’s 2018 Report: https://support.weixin.qq.com/cgi-bin/mmsupport-bin/getopendays WeChat mini programs and official account application website: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/?lang=en_US