In cooperation with Sperry Lee of Re/Max Specialists PV, 3730 Richmond Street is set to auction in October.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Transport your friends and family to The Roaring Twenties in this exquisite Tudor Revival estate. Listed for $25 million and will sell with no Reserve. Starting bids are expected between $2 million—$7 million. Listed on the National Historic Register, 3730 Richmond Street is set to auction in cooperation with Sperry Lee of Re/Max Specialists PV. Bidding is scheduled to open 12 October and will be available via Concierge Auctions’ online marketplace, conciergeauctions.com, allowing buyers to bid digitally from anywhere in the world.

Explore 3730 Richmond Street, a classic estate that has been the backdrop for six movies. Newly renovated with a focus on old-world craftsmanship, the property boasts a two-story foyer with bespoke millwork, and Arabesque and Gothic archways leading to glass windows. Host a gala in the third-floor ballroom, a pool party or barbecue overlooking the water, an intimate dinner party, or a long holiday weekend on the water.

“We are extremely pleased to be offering this property at auction with Concierge Auctions. This property is truly one of the finest homes on the water in Florida. 3730 Richmond Street is a new-home-in-an-old suit—the exterior is timeless, and the interior is newly renovated for any modern needs.” – John Hove, Seller

Though Jacksonville might be a l arge city, it maintains its laid-back feel with over 80,000 acres of public parkland, including the Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve, over 1000 miles of shoreline, and 22 miles of white sand beaches. Jacksonville also has booming arts, music, and sports scenes. Riverside Avondale is one of the oldest communities in the city, boasting walkable streets, historic charm, Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, and boutique shopping, dining, and nightlife. Enjoy the oldest course in Jacksonville, Hyde Park Golf Club, only 10 minutes away. Take the boat on the St. Johns River to fish, explore Exchange Island, or cruise the many waterside cafes and restaurants. 3730 Richmond Street is an 18,749 square-foot mansion with six bedrooms and ten bathrooms, sitting on a 2.22 acre lot. The property was originally built in 1928 and has many details typical for this time period including multiple fireplaces, hardwood floors, built-ins and millwork, stained windows, and vaulted groove ceilings. The grand foyer showcases a wooden staircase and wainscotting. The chef’s kitchen features a large island with bar seating. A copper vent hood, built-in pot filler, and custom cabinetry are sure to impress a chef of any level. The primary sanctuary boasts a spa-like bath with separate vanities, a stand-alone tub, and walk-in shower.The property features a guest suite, sauna, entertainment room with a wet bar, wine cellar, and a swimming pool overlooking the water views. The property itself is 6 miles from Downtown Jacksonville, and 30 minutes from the beaches. Venture two hours to Orlando or Savannah.

3730 Richmond Street is available for showings weekends 1-4pm, or by appointment, in person or virtually.

As part of Concierge Auctions’ Key for Key^® giving program in partnership with Giveback Homes, the closing will result in the funding towards a new home built for a family in need.

Agents will be compensated according to the terms and conditions of the Listing Agreement. See Auction Terms and Conditions for full details. For more information, including property details, diligence documents, and more, visit ConciergeAuctions.com or call +1.212.202.2940.

About Concierge Auctions

Concierge Auctions is the world’s largest luxury real estate auction marketplace, with a state-of-the-art digital marketing, property preview, and bidding platform. The firm matches sellers of one-of-a-kind homes with some of the most capable property connoisseurs on the planet. Sellers gain unmatched reach, speed, and certainty. Buyers receive curated opportunities. Agents earn their commission in 30 days. Acquired by Sotheby’s, the world’s premier destination for fine art and luxury goods, and Anywhere Real Estate, Inc (NYSE: HOUS), the largest full-service residential real estate services company in the United States, Concierge Auctions continues to operate independently, partnering with real estate agents affiliated with many of the industry’s leading brokerages to host luxury auctions for clients. For Sotheby’s International Realty listings and companies, Concierge Auctions provides Sotheby’s brand exclusivity as Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions. Since inception in 2008, the firm has generated billions of dollars in sales, broken world records for the highest-priced homes ever sold at auction and conducted auctions in 46 U.S. states and 36 countries. The firm owns one of the most comprehensive and intelligent databases of high-net-worth real estate buyers and sellers in the industry, and it has committed to build more than 300 homes through its Key For Key^® giving program in partnership with Giveback Homes™, which funds new homes for families in need from every property the company sells. For more information, visit ConciergeAuctions.com.

Emily Roberts
Concierge Auctions
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• More than 500 government officials, industry leaders and experts from across 120 countries are set to descend on Riyadh for the event, making this year’s celebration the biggest and most impactful World Tourism Day in its 43-year history.
• Speakers include His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of Saudi Arabia; Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization; Her Excellency Rosa Ana Morillo Rodriguez, Secretary of State, Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism of Spain; Patricia de Lille, Minister of Tourism of South Africa; Julia Simpson, CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council and Matthew Upchurch, CEO of Virtuoso 
• Breadth of high-level attendees demonstrates significance of World Tourism Day 2023, hosted in Riyadh, to charting the future of the global tourism sector’s growth.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Details of the speaker lineup have been revealed for this year’s World Tourism Day (WTD), to be held in Riyadh from 27^th – 28^th September. With more than 500 government officials, industry leaders and experts from across 120 countries set to descend on Riyadh for the event, the level of attendance demonstrates the significance of WTD 2023 in charting the future of the global tourism sector’s growth.

The breadth of high-level speakers showcases the collective impetus across industry to celebrate the sector’s successes while exploring solutions to its most pressing challenges. Speakers announced today include:

• His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of Saudi Arabia
• Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization
• His Excellency Khalid Al Falih, Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia
• Her Highness Princess Haifa Bint Mohammed Al Saud, Vice Minister of Tourism
• Her Excellency Patricia de Lille, Minister of Tourism of South Africa
• Her Excellency Nikolina Brnjac, Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Croatia
• His Excellency Mehmet Ersoy, Minister of Culture and Tourism of Turkey
• Her Excellency Rosa Ana Morillo Rodriguez, Secretary of State, Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism of Spain
• Julia Simpson, CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council
• Pansy Ho, Secretary General of the Global Tourism Economy Forum
• Captain Ibrahim Koshy, the CEO of Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA)
• Pierfrancesco Vago, CEO of MSC Cruises
• Greg Webb, CEO of Travelport
• Matthew Upchurch, CEO of Virtuoso
• Ritesh Agarwal, CEO of OYO

António Guterres, UN Secretary General, said: “Tourism is a powerful force for progress and mutual understanding. But in order to deliver its full benefits, this force must be protected and nurtured. On this World Tourism Day, we recognize the vital need for green investments to build a tourism sector that delivers for people and planet. So let us all do more to harness the full potential of sustainable tourism. Because investing in sustainable tourism is investing in a better future for all.” 

WTD 2023 will be held under the theme “Tourism and Green Investments” with the aim of fostering global collaboration to examine investment opportunities to strengthen resilience of the tourism industry, steering the sector towards an investment-led and sustainably focused future. The two-day event will see tourism leaders participate in keynote speeches and panel discussions centered around three UNWTO core themes: people, planet and prosperity. Participants will explore the power of tourism and the sector’s role in bridging cultures, preserving the environment, and promoting a more harmonious and interconnected world.

The first day will explore the UNWTO theme of ‘Tourism and Green Investments’ through panels ranging from the power of tourism in building bridges; investing in human capabilities; the potential of less-traversed tourism destinations; challenges and solutions in achieving a sustainable future; to bridging the innovation gap and powering entrepreneurship. On the evening of the first day, a gala dinner will be hosted in Saudi Arabia’s

UNESCO heritage site Diriyah, as a celebration of WTD 2023.

The Tourism Leaders Forum will be held on the second day under the theme ‘Tourism for People, Prosperity and Intercultural Dialogue’. A public sector session will examine the sustainable future for the industry, while a private sector session will explore seamless end-to-end travel. A WTD 2024 handover session will also be conducted between Saudi Arabia and Georgia, ahead of Georgia’s hosting of the event next year.

The scale of the event being hosted in Riyadh showcases the importance attached by the Saudi government to the development of the global tourism sector. The Kingdom was elected Chair of the Executive Council of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for 2023, and hosted the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Global Summit in Riyadh last year.          

According to the recent UNWTO Barometer Report, the Middle East reported the best results in January-July 2023, with arrivals 20% above pre-pandemic levels. The region continues to be the only to exceed 2019 levels so far, with Saudi witnessing extraordinary double-digit growth at (+58%).

About The Ministry of Tourism
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism was founded in 2020, following the opening of Saudi Arabia to international tourists in 2019. The Ministry spearheads the Kingdom’s Vision to bring Saudi tourism to the forefront. Its endeavors align with the Kingdom’s ambitious goals, aiming to create 1 million jobs for its citizens, enable accelerated and sustainable growth with future-focused policies, investments, and talent development guided by data, receive  100 million tourism visits by 2030, and amplify the sector’s GDP contribution from 3% to 10%. In doing so, the Ministry of Tourism issues licenses and classifications for tourism activities and creates and approves tourist visa regulations.

About UNWTO
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is the United Nations specialized agency for fostering tourism as a vehicle for equal, inclusive and sustainable development. Working with its Member States, international organizations and the private sector, UNWTO promotes safe and seamless travel for all. UNWTO also works to make tourism the foundation of trust and international cooperation and a central pillar of growth and opportunity. As part of the wider UN system, UNWTO is at the forefront of global efforts to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, including through its ability to create decent jobs, promote equality and preserve natural and cultural heritage.

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BEIJING, Sept. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — On Saturday, the day of Autumn Equinox, one of the traditional Chinese solar terms, the 19th Asian Games opening ceremony began with the “Water Jade Cong” drums beating out the exciting sound of water to welcome the guests at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, nicknamed “Big Lotus.”
In Hangzhou, the opening ceremony displays the melody and rhythm of water. Themed “Tides of Asia,” the ceremony shows that China’s mingling and mixing with Asia and the world like a wave forever rushing forward. By interpreting the many variations of “water,” the performances highlight the surging upward movement of the “tide.”
A passionate collision between the millennium civilization and modern technical visual effects demonstrates the heritage of a Chinese-style romance, while the symbiosis of oriental aesthetics and international vision reveals the struggle for Chinese modernization.
With the interplay of Chinese and Asian styles, it conveys to the audience a vision of building the community with a shared future.
As the athletes from 45 countries and regions stepped into the venue, the large floor screen outlined the shape of a regimental fan, greeting them with a unique Jiangnan flavor. Drums of osmanthus flowers were played with excitement, accompanied by Chinese folk music playing to cheer on the athletes. Meanwhile, the audience at the venue kept applauding the athletes of all countries.
“To the spectators and the people of Hangzhou, we say “Xie Xie“, for your warm welcome, your hospitality and your friendship,” Raja Randhir Singh, acting president of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), said at the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games. He also expressed his appreciation to the Organizing Committee (HAGOC), expecting them to be rewarded with “the most magnificent and successful Asian Games ever.”
Chinese President Xi Jinping then declared the 19th Asian Games open.
A presentation of the three chapters was then put on. This was combined with the traditional Chinese elements of “qin, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry, wine and tea” being put into the props, while VR, AR and virtual imaging lanterns flew into the sky, symbolizing the unity of all Asian people.
After the breathtaking presentation showing the collision of the tides of national style, nature, science and technology, sports, and the tide of the times, the main torch was lit jointly by Olympic champion swimmer Wang Shun and over 100 million “digital torchbearers.”
Digital and green ceremony
On top of the spectacular images and heartwarming moments, this opening ceremony also combined the avant-garde practice of digital technology and green energy.
Creating stunning visuals with digital technology has also become the highlight of the opening ceremony. In this opening ceremony, the Qiantang River and iconic Gongchen Bridge connecting ancient and modern times were directly projected onto the stage through the coordination of ground screen and stereoscopic screen, and through the design of naked eye 3D visual effects and virtual images. The integration of naked-eye 3D technology, augmented reality (AR), and artificial intelligence (AI) has brought a fresh and exciting experience to viewers worldwide.
The main torch lighting form of the opening ceremony of large-scale sports events has always attracted much attention. At the opening ceremony of the Hangzhou Asian Games, the “virtual and reality integration” lighting ceremony was displayed for the first time, showcasing the technological innovation of the intelligent era.
For the last part of the ceremony, hundreds of millions of people across Asia were full of enthusiasm to witness the torchbearer, Wang Shun, and the “digital torchbearer” light the main torch tower together.
Each online participant is a point of light that converges on the Qiantang River to form a figurative “digital person” who meets with the torchbearer at the main venue to light the main torch tower. This demonstrates the resonance between the digital world and the real world, and expresses the wish for a community of common destiny in Asia

to be built.
The Global Times learned that, the “digital torchbearer” online torch relay activity was launched simultaneously with the real torch relay. Before the opening ceremony, the online Asian Games “digital torchbearer” total number has exceeded 104 million.
Zhang Shaorong, General Manager of the Alipay Asian Games Office of Ant Group, told the Global Times on Saturday that there are very few Internet platforms in China that have undertaken such large-scale online activities in the past.
Currently, most of the mainstream 3-D interactive engines in the market, such as Unity and Unreal Engine, are developed by foreign manufacturers, but these “heavyweight” products have high requirements for mobile devices, Fang Kai, user and public welfare director of Ant Group’s Alipay technology department, told the Global Times.
“It becomes very important to develop a lightweight, high-efficiency and high-quality Web3-D engine to create a digital torchbearer platform for the Asian Games that everyone can participate in,” Fang noted.
In order to ensure the smooth operation of new and old models, Alipay’s project team set up a large-scale test room. Using hundreds of cell phones of different ages and models, the team conducted more than 100,000 tests to help the Hangzhou Asian Games achieve the goal of “everyone can become a digital torchbearer through a cell phone.”
“We hope that tens of thousands of people can also participate in the opening ceremony and be part of the live performance,” said Sha Xiaolan, chief director of the opening ceremony of the Hangzhou Asian Games. “This also demonstrates that the Hangzhou Games is a smart Asian Games, to create the classic memory of the Asian Games with the power of scientific and technological innovation.”
It is amazing that the main torch is the first in the world to be lit with green zero-carbon methanol. At the same time, the opening ceremony brought a visual feast to the world through digital technology with brilliant electronic fireworks.
The spectacular opening ceremony of the Hangzhou Asian Games gathered popularity, reflecting China’s ability and sincerity as an important power in Asia to organize such a sports event so that the Asian people can share the glory of the event, Zhang Yiwu, a professor from the Peking University, told the Global Times.
Analysts pointed out that the opening ceremony fully demonstrated the beauty of Hangzhou, such a famous Chinese historical and cultural city, while also reflecting Hangzhou and China’s tradition of hospitality, openness and tolerance, which is a trait of Chinese civilization.
“It’s not about just promoting Hangzhou’s fame or further expanding China’s influence, but it allows Asia to gain a great platform for exchanges and interactions, and it also shows that inside the world landscape, Asia’s significance is now growing and becoming more prominent,” Zhang said.
The ceremony ended with the theme song playing and simulated osmanthus petals drifted from the sky above the “Big Lotus,” where the whole audience immersed in the city’s autumn scenery.
Around 12,500 athletes from 45 countries and regions are taking part in the Hangzhou Asian Games from September 23 to October 8, a record high in Asian Games history.

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