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Finland

The Single Basket Phenomenon Gathering Attention Worldwide is to be Leveraged – Visit Finland Invites International Singles to Dinner Dates

Campaign: Have Some Finnish

Source: https://www.markkinointiuutiset.fi/artikkelit/maailmalla-huomiota-kerannyt-sinkkukori-ilmio-halutaan-hyodyntaa—visit-finland-tuo-seuraavaksi-kansainvaliset-sinkut-illallistreffeille

Goal: To promote Finnish food culture and attract new food travelers

Claim: Food is a natural way to bring people together

Media: Social media, traditional media

Summary: Visit Finland has launched the 'Have Some Finnish' campaign to promote Finnish food culture globally and attract new food travelers. The campaign features a Finnish Dinner Date concept where singles from around the world experience Finnish cuisine and culture together over communal dinners. This initiative leverages the attention gained from the recent 'single basket' phenomenon that became viral on social media. The goal is for guests to fall in love with Finnish flavors and encourage return visits to Finland.

USA

Miami Heat Vice City: The Alliance That Turns a Game into a Launch

Brand: Miami Heat

Campaign: A Night in Vice City

Source: https://infonegocios.biz/infomiami/miami-heat-vice-city-la-alianza-que-convierte-un-partido-en-lanzamiento-solo-miami-entiende-el-crossing-a-full-3

Goal: To create a co-branding experience between Miami Heat and Rockstar Games

Media: ESPN, Local 10, 104.3 WQAM

Summary: The Miami Heat will play as 'Vice City' on November 18, 2026, in a collaboration with Rockstar Games called 'A Night in Vice City', coinciding with the release of GTA VI. The event features exclusive uniforms and court designs, along with a limited collection of merchandise, creating a unique fan experience by combining NBA and gaming audiences.

co-branding cultural experience exclusive merchandise

Uruguay

When going out to eat is a ceremony (the maguro kaitai arrived at Viti Bar)

Brand: Viti Bar de Vinos

Campaign: Maguro Kaitai Ceremony

Source: https://infonegocios.biz/plus/cuando-ir-a-comer-es-una-ceremonia-el-maguro-kaitai-llego-a-viti-bar

Goal: To promote a unique dining experience centered around the traditional Japanese maguro kaitai ritual.

Summary: Viti Bar de Vinos in Ciudad Vieja is hosting a monthly maguro kaitai ceremony where attendees can experience the meticulous process of tuna dismemberment, celebrated in Japanese culture. The event features a five-course dinner highlighting different cuts of tuna, preparing special wine pairings from national selections. The initiative has garnered significant interest, with reservations rapidly filling up for upcoming dinners.

cultural experience fine dining Japanese cuisine tuna ceremony

Portugal

An Eclipse to Drink: Sumol’s New Limited Edition

Brand: Sumol

Campaign: Eclipse

Source: https://www.imagensdemarca.pt/artigo/um-eclipse-para-beber-a-nova-edicao-limitada-da-sumol/

Goal: Create a cultural and sensory experience around a new product launch.

Claim: Who the f*** is Eclipse?

Media: Social media and digital content

Summary: Sumol launched a limited edition drink called 'Eclipse' inspired by a solar eclipse, combining three tropical fruits. The campaign aims to create a cultural experience through music and social media engagement, culminating in an exclusive concert on August 12. The product packaging and promotion focus on unique alignment of flavors and celestial themes.

cultural experience limited edition tropical flavors

Belgium

Ray-Ban Transforms Red into a Cultural Experience in Brussels

Brand: Ray-Ban

Campaign: Transforming Red into a Cultural Experience

Source: https://pub.be/fr/ray-ban-transforme-le-rouge-en-experience-culturelle-a-bruxelles/

Goal: To create a cultural experience centered around the color red.

Summary: Ray-Ban is launching an initiative in Brussels that focuses on transforming the color red into a unique cultural experience, engaging the local community and enhancing brand visibility.

Brussels cultural experience Ray-Ban