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Posted on June 16, 2010 - by Wayne Sutton
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On the road again: The Biltmore blogger outreach and social media trip #BiltmoreNC

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A few weeks ago I was asked if I was available to join a few other bloggers at the Biltmore in Asheville, NC as they host “blog-fam” familiarization event. I checked with @LaToaymSutton, to see if she could join me and as of today to June 18 (wedding anniversary) we’re off on a mini vacation to Asheville, NC. The goal of the blogger outreach is to “increased exposure to new audiences through the use of social media”.

This will be my second visit to the Biltmore as my first was back in the late 90s. I’m excited to participate in the event and look forward to meeting the Biltmore staff, fellow bloggers and Asheville locals. The official hashtag for the trip is #BiltmoreNC as myself and the other bloggers will live tweet and share our experiences over the next few days at the Biltmore. A big thanks to Jean Sexton @injeanius, Biltmore’s Corporate Communications Manager for inviting me.

More about the Biltmore via biltmore.com

George Vanderbilt envisioned Biltmore in 1888, while on a short vacation to Asheville. His imagination was sparked by the area’s beauty. He felt inspired to create a relaxed country estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains that would welcome family and friends for weeks, even months.
Through Biltmore, Mr. Vanderbilt’s vision and inspiration lives to this day. We receive more than one million guests every year at our 8,000-acre estate, with more than 1,700 employees ready to make each guests visit special.

The Biltmore Company
828-225-6709
www.biltmore.com
www.facebook.com/biltmore
www.twitter.com/BiltmoreEstate

*Disclosure: “Biltmore invited me as their guest. My travel, admission and other expenses will be covered.”

Have you visited the Biltmore before and what are your thoughts about a historic landmark use of social media and blogger outreach for marketing?



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  • http://lisasullivanpr.com/ Lisa Sullivan

    Well, first off – HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, my friend! Both you and LaToya will have a fantastic time, I'm sure. :)

    I love how you get some of the most amazing gigs, Dude. This one ranks right up there with the Oscars…not quite AS good but darn cool nonetheless! Can't wait to follow the Tweets & the blog recaps.

  • http://net-savvy.com/executive/ Nathan Gilliatt

    When it gets hot in the Triangle, escape to the mountains. Perfect plan, except that you forgot to take me with you. :-)

  • http://www.patrickokeefe.com iFroggy

    Have fun, Wayne.

  • http://mobthink.com/ Rab

    OMG SO JEALOUS. And Happy Anniversary Wayne and LaToya!

  • http://wayne-sutton.com Wayne Sutton

    Thanks man

  • http://wayne-sutton.com Wayne Sutton

    Lol, next time!

  • http://wayne-sutton.com Wayne Sutton

    Thanks Lisa, it's a humbling opportunity I owe it to people like yourself and the Triangle community.