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  • By Gina Columbo
  • In Holiday
  • Posted November 19, 2018

Thanksgiving – In the Beginning & Today

Thanksgiving, as it is known today, is vastly different then from how it originated. There wasn’t always a Macy’s parade, or watching a football game, nor was pumpkin pie a dessert staple. These tried and true traditions only came into existence many years after the first Thanksgiving. How it all began In November of 1621, … Continued

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Escape Room SmartHunt

An escape room is a so-called “game”. It’s an adventure where groups between 8-10 people are “locked” in a room. Players must solve a series of puzzles and riddles using clues, hints, and strategy to complete the objective at hand. Players are given a set time limit, usually one hour, to unveil the secret plot … Continued

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Program-Pairings

Program-Pairings We now offer Program-Pairings, perfect for a full-day experience! These programs complement one another, with the second program reinforcing the lessons learned in the first program. Pair your two favorite programs for a FULL DAY of meaningful and high-level learning! Escape Smart Hunt® and Corporate Survivor In this competitive 2-part series, points earned and the items … Continued

  • By Gina Columbo
  • In Holiday
  • Posted November 7, 2018

The Origin of Festival of Lights

Diwali is a Hindu celebration known as the Festival of Lights. It’s India’s biggest holiday and is observed for five days. It has been celebrated throughout the country for over 2500 years. The word Diwali is derived from the Sanskrit word “Deepavali” which translates as “series of lighted lamps.” The festival is celebrated in either … Continued

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  • By Gina Columbo
  • In Holiday
  • Posted October 26, 2018

What is Dia de Los Muertos?

When people hear the words Dia de Los Muertos, meaning Day of the Dead, they often think of it as being the Mexican version of Halloween. The two are in fact entirely separate holidays. Whereas Halloween is often dark, focusing on goblins, ghouls, costumes for adults and trick-or-treating for children.  Día de Los Muertos is … Continued

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  • By Gina Columbo
  • In Holiday
  • Posted October 19, 2018

Tis the Season of Pumpkin Spice

Tis the Season for all the craze over pumpkin flavors. October hits and everyone runs for their favorite pumpkin flavored everything. The Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) can be blamed for the start of the pumpkin craze.  It has since blossomed beyond hot drinks. Which brings us to the ultimate question, why is there such a huge … Continued

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  • By Gina Columbo
  • In Holiday
  • Posted October 12, 2018

Halloween and How It Started

It’s all just a bunch of Hocus Pocus, or is it? Around 2,000 years ago, on October 31st, the Celts celebrated with a festival called Samhain (pronounced Sow-in). This festival was a celebration of the end of the sunny summer season and the start of the gloomy, cold winter. They would light bonfires and wear … Continued

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  • By Gina Columbo
  • In Holiday
  • Posted October 5, 2018

Fun and Inexpensive Ideas to Celebrate Boss’s Day

Boss’s Day was created as a day for employees to thank their bosses for being so kind throughout the year. It is generally observed on October 16. Some people question the validity of this type of day, while others enjoy celebrating it. The story of how this day was started began by a woman named … Continued

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Team Building and Social Media

Social media is everywhere and has expanded the means for communication personally and in business. You can connect with family, friends and classmates socially or prospective clients and current customers on a professional level. Businesses use social media to build their brands and increase visibility in the marketplace. Social media websites and applications allow its … Continued

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Ways You Can Give Back Year Round

It was one year ago that Florida was bracing for Hurricane Irma. And just one year later, residents along the East coast in the Carolinas prepared for Hurricane Florence’s arrival. It’s time like this we want to help through volunteering and making donations. At Best Corporate Events, we know it is year round we can … Continued

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