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Northport Unveils a New Alabama Beach Oasis - University Beach

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

NORTHPORT, Ala., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks a momentous occasion as University Beach proudly unveils its highly anticipated aquatic mixed-use development, poised to set a new standard for entertainment, hospitality, and luxury living. Nestled around a centerpiece of 10 acres of pristine turquoise water and white sand beaches, the 77-acre University Beach development, features 20-acres of beach club and water attractions, a 130-room beachfront resort, 64 custom single-family residences, and a vibrant array of dining and entertainment options.

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  • Strategically located on Highway 82 near Harper Road in Northport, Alabama, University Beach is just minutes away from the University of Alabama, the Tuscaloosa National Airport, and River Run Park, a new regional sports complex being constructed along the Black Warrior River by the City of Northport.
  • "We are thrilled about the University Beach project and have assembled a team that is ready to deliver everything that Northport has been promised and more - a unique, experiential, water-themed destination that will be a must-see in the State of Alabama," says Kent Donahue, Managing Member of University Beach, LLC.
  • Beach Home Residences: Experience beach lifestyle living in one of the 64 exclusive custom beach homes with direct access to a private resident beach with sun loungers, cabanas, and a beach bar.
  • Experience the epitome of beach lifestyle and vibrant living at University Beach - where every day feels like a vacation!

Club Med, the Pioneer of the All-Inclusive Concept, Announces New Renovations, Wellness Fusion Program Expansion, Generative AI Integration, CSR Commitments and Limited-Time Winter Sale

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

The Wellness Fusion program is now available across seven North America resorts including: Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda, Club Med Punta Cana, Club Med Québec, Club Med Ixtapa Pacific, Club Med Cancún, Club Med Columbus and Club Med Turkoise.

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  • The Wellness Fusion program is now available across seven North America resorts including: Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda, Club Med Punta Cana, Club Med Québec, Club Med Ixtapa Pacific, Club Med Cancún, Club Med Columbus and Club Med Turkoise.
  • Club Med is continuing to explore new types of AI to improve customer service, like Claude AI from Anthropic.
  • Environmental Partnerships: Turtle monitoring and protection program in Club Med Ixtapa Pacific, Club Med Cancún and Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda's pioneer program that launched in 2023; Turks and Caicos Reef Fund with interactive workshops on coral reefs at Club Med Turkoise and Club Med Columbus.
  • Additional 10% off on premium rooms with code: 10CLUB
    Resorts: Club Med Punta Cana, Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda, Club Med Cancún, Club Med Ixtapa Pacific, Club Med Turkoise, Club Med Columbus, Club Med Caravelle, Club Med Buccaneer's Creek

JBG SMITH to Partner With Monumental Sports & Entertainment, Commonwealth of Virginia, and City of Alexandria on New Arena, Headquarters, and Entertainment District in Potomac Yard Section of National Landing

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

The site is owned by JBG SMITH and its joint venture partner and will be sold to a proposed Virginia Sports and Entertainment Authority.

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  • The site is owned by JBG SMITH and its joint venture partner and will be sold to a proposed Virginia Sports and Entertainment Authority.
  • The planned project also calls for significant joint infrastructure investment by the Commonwealth, the City, Monumental, and JBG SMITH.
  • In 2018, Amazon selected JBG SMITH and National Landing for its second headquarters after conducting an extensive North American search.
  • Project assets, including a site map and illustrative renderings, can be found HERE , courtesy of JBG SMITH.

Hall of Fame Village Unveils Name for Indoor Football-Themed Waterpark: Gameday Bay

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

CANTON, Ohio, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hall of Fame Village today announced the official name of its highly anticipated waterpark: Gameday Bay.

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  • CANTON, Ohio, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hall of Fame Village today announced the official name of its highly anticipated waterpark: Gameday Bay.
  • Following a public voting campaign, thousands weighed in to cast their vote for their favorite name for the newest unique asset and experience at Hall of Fame Village.
  • The indoor design of Gameday Bay ensures that visitors can enjoy the waterpark year-round, offering a climate-controlled environment for an optimal experience in any season.
  • The addition of Gameday Bay is perfectly aligned with Hall of Fame Village's commitment to providing world-class entertainment and is projected to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

Bowman Completes Water Park at National Landing, VA, Celebrates Grand Opening

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (the “Company” or “Bowman”) (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure solutions to customers who own, develop and maintain the built environment, is proud to announce the successful completion of Water Park at National Landing.

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  • Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (the “Company” or “Bowman”) (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure solutions to customers who own, develop and maintain the built environment, is proud to announce the successful completion of Water Park at National Landing.
  • Located in the heart of Crystal City, Arlington, VA, the Water Park at National Landing stands as a testament to the fusion of natural landscape and modern amenities.
  • As the Water Park begins welcoming visitors, Bowman extends a warm congratulations to JBG SMITH and other project partners for delivering an innovative and environmentally conscious addition to Crystal City.
  • The company has also provided its expertise for nearby projects, including Central District Retail, 1900 Crystal Drive and Surreal (Dining in the Park).

Veeps Introduces All Access: A New Streaming Subscription That Provides Access to Live Entertainment Anytime, Anywhere

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Veeps, a Live Nation-affiliated company and the premier destination for live and on-demand performances, today announced Veeps All Access — a new subscription service that gives fans unlimited access to all of the live shows, on-demand content, and special artist exclusives on Veeps so they can enjoy live music and entertainment from popular artists and iconic venues every day. Also announcing is the debut of Veeps' first two original content series: the newly greenlit "Sidehustles" (w/t); and "Artist Friendly," a successful music interview podcast-turned-filmed talk show, leading with Brandon Boyd of Incubus in its first video episode set to go live on October 4. All Access launches with some heavyweight platform partners, including Amazon, Ticketmaster, and Verizon — providing a comprehensive way for them to deliver live music to their customers like never before. All Access is available for $11.99/month or a $120 annual pass.

Key Points: 
  • By providing an economical subscription option, Veeps is fueling both access and discovery, connecting fans with a wider range of artists and their fan communities.
  • All Access is for anyone looking to enjoy high-quality live entertainment from wherever they are, on one platform, for one all-in price, for the first time.
  • "Live performances have a unique magic, and Veeps has done an incredible job bringing fans that experience in their homes.
  • Subscription plans will initially be available in the U.S., with international expansion planned to meet Veeps' proven global fanbase.

TEA and AECOM's definitive global attraction attendance report points to 2022's impressive industry resilience and recovery

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

BURBANK, Calif., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 2022 will be remembered by most as a year of relaxed pandemic restrictions, pent-up demand for out-of-home experiences and a return to some sense of normalcy. Global attractions, with some exceptions, took advantage of these market conditions to attract impressive numbers of visitors through their turnstiles. In many areas, particularly in North America and Europe, average attendance figures approached 100% of 2019's record-high numbers.

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  • Global attractions, with some exceptions, took advantage of these market conditions to attract impressive numbers of visitors through their turnstiles.
  • This annual, calendar-year study is produced in collaboration with the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and the Economics practice at AECOM.
  • This report and all prior editions back to 2006 are available to download in full, free of charge from the TEA website and AECOM website .
  • "The TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index provides valuable data and insight into our industry," said TEA International Board President Melissa Ruminot of Nassal.

JBG SMITH Bringing 11 Diverse New Restaurant Concepts to National Landing’s Revamped Water Park

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

JBG SMITH (NYSE: JBGS), a leading owner and developer of high-quality, mixed-use properties in the Washington, DC market, today announced 11 new restaurant and bar concepts coming to National Landing’s reimagined Water Park this summer.

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  • JBG SMITH (NYSE: JBGS), a leading owner and developer of high-quality, mixed-use properties in the Washington, DC market, today announced 11 new restaurant and bar concepts coming to National Landing’s reimagined Water Park this summer.
  • The new vision for Water Park, a roughly 1.6-acre open space in the heart of National Landing, will complement the broader redevelopment efforts in the neighborhood.
  • “Our primary intent in designing and programming Water Park was to create an authentic urban community that echoes and embraces the region’s diverse culture,” said Amy Rice, Senior Vice President of Retail Leasing at JBG SMITH.
  • JBG SMITH is also coordinating with Virginia Railway Express on a handicap accessible connection to the future entrance of the relocated VRE station.

GRANDE LAKES ORLANDO CELEBRATES THE SUMMER IN STYLE WITH THE ARRIVAL OF "GLO SUMMER NIGHTS"

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grande Lakes Orlando, the 500-acre luxury resort destination in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades anchored by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando and JW Marriott Orlando, invites guests to celebrate the summer in style with the introduction of "GLO Summer Nights," an exhilarating seasonal celebration in honor of the resort's 20th anniversary. Boasting signature weekly fireworks displays in addition to spectacular glow-charged nights at the recently debuted Grande Lakes Waterpark, alongside an abundance of activations fit for every traveler, Grande Lakes Orlando has crafted a truly unforgettable summer experience all season long.

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  • Boasting signature weekly fireworks displays in addition to spectacular glow-charged nights at the recently debuted Grande Lakes Waterpark, alongside an abundance of activations fit for every traveler, Grande Lakes Orlando has crafted a truly unforgettable summer experience all season long.
  • Throughout the summer, Grande Lakes Orlando will play host to an array of experiences perfect for families and guests of all ages including dazzling fireworks displays that will take center stage every Saturday evening.
  • In addition to the enhanced waterpark experience at JW Marriott Orlando, guests of Grande Lakes Orlando can explore the recently enhanced aquatic options at the adajcent Ritz-Carlton Orlando.
  • For more information on Grande Lakes Orlando and its 20th anniversary celebration this summer, and to reserve a stay, visit www.grandelakes.com/ .

McGowan Allied Specialty Insurance Hires James as a Senior Producer

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- January 30, 2023, McGowan Allied Specialty (MASI) Insurance hires Joe James as a Senior Producer.

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  • ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- January 30, 2023, McGowan Allied Specialty (MASI) Insurance hires Joe James as a Senior Producer.
  • McGowan Allied Specialty Insurance (MASI), the premier provider of commercial insurance products to the amusement industry, has announced the hiring of Joe James as a Senior Producer.
  • James brings 35 years of sales experience to McGowan Allied Specialty Insurance, with his last 23 in specialty sales for the Amusement Industry, offering risk analysis to prospects and clients with a keen focus on their unique needs.
  • McGowan Allied Specialty Insurance brings together two companies — Allied Specialty Insurance and McGowan Amusement Group — dedicated to crafting policies to fit the needs of the amusement and entertainment industries.