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US gun crime: why tourists are being warned to avoid and beware

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Saturday, June 10, 2023
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Some commentators are questioning whether security fears surrounding gun violence and mass shootings could keep international fans away from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles.

Key Points: 
  • Some commentators are questioning whether security fears surrounding gun violence and mass shootings could keep international fans away from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles.
  • No other developed nation has mass shootings at the same scale or frequency as the US.
  • Estimates suggest that Americans own 393 million of the 857 million civilian guns available, around 46% of the world’s civilian gun ownership.
  • A 2013 report by the European Commission found just 5% of EU citizens owned a gun, compared to around 32% of Americans in 2020.

Tourism and violence

    • In June 2015, a mass shooting took place in the Tunisian resort of Port El Kantaoui, killing 39 people, mostly tourists.
    • The massacre dramatically affected Tunisia’s tourism industry and thousands lost their jobs.
    • Research found that even in other Muslim countries that had no connection to the attack, their tourism industries were negatively impacted.

How do nations protect tourists?

    • Some places opt to cocoon their tourists in enclave resorts, where they are protected in specific zones.
    • The Egyptian resort town of Sharm El-Sheikh, for example, has been encircled by a 22-mile long, six-metre high wall, to protect its tourists after several violent incidents shook the Egyptian tourism industry.
    • Although these measures may seem unrealistic for the US, some areas that rely heavily on tourism have already put controls in place to protect their visitors.

Orange You Glad? MCR Acquires Three Hotels in Florida

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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MCR — the country’s 3rd-largest hotel owner-operator — has acquired three hotels in Florida.

Key Points: 
  • MCR — the country’s 3rd-largest hotel owner-operator — has acquired three hotels in Florida.
  • With this portfolio acquisition, MCR now has 13 hotels in Florida.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230605005151/en/
    The Hyatt Place Orlando/Lake Buena Vista (Photo: Business Wire)
    How magical!
  • It’s also a short drive from iconic destinations like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Universal Studios.

HBCU Week Awards Gala Presented by Bank of America Expands Scholarship Support for HBCU Students

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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WILMINGTON, Del., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. is hosting its 4th annual HBCU Week Awards Gala presented by Bank of America on June 9 at the HOTEL DUPONT in Wilmington, Delaware. The sold-out fundraiser elevates the organization's powerful mission of providing scholarship dollars for students enrolling in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), minimizing student debt, and diversifying the talent pipeline from college to corporate America.

Key Points: 
  • Annual Event Raises Millions in Scholarship Dollars, Strengthens HBCU Talent Pipeline
    WILMINGTON, Del., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. is hosting its 4th annual HBCU Week Awards Gala presented by Bank of America on June 9 at the HOTEL DUPONT in Wilmington, Delaware.
  • "The overwhelming support for this year's HBCU Week Gala has been nothing short of amazing," said Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation.
  • "HBCU alumni have influenced every aspect of our daily lives, from finance and technology to education, sciences and the arts," said Chip Rossi, Delaware President, Bank of America, the presenting sponsor for this year's HBCU Week Foundation Gala.
  • To support the HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. and its ongoing initiatives, secure donations can be made online at https://www.hbcuweek.org/ .

Wood Partners Unveils Alta Citron, an Upcoming Luxury Apartment Community Bringing Exceptional Living to Davenport

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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The property is slated to commence pre-leasing this Fall and will officially open to new residents Q4 2023.

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  • The property is slated to commence pre-leasing this Fall and will officially open to new residents Q4 2023.
  • Located ½ mile south of Interstate 4, Alta Citron is ideally situated to appeal to working professionals and families alike who desire a live-work-play community.
  • "Alta Citron's location offers residents a true live-work-play lifestyle, with immediate access to I-4 and walkability to nearby Posner Park."
  • Once complete, Alta Citron will offer 324 unique apartment homes consisting of one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans.

Disney to Host Royal Ball for Wish Families During World Princess Week

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Walt Disney World and Make-A-Wish® are announcing the "Once Upon A Wish Party," a special all-day royal experience being dreamed up just for wish families, and revealed the first wish as part of this event to a Florida first grader from the Orange County Public School district.

Key Points: 
  • Walt Disney World to welcome wish kids from across the country at "Once Upon A Wish Party," a special princess-themed ball just for wish families to be held during the company's World Princess Week celebrations taking place August 20-26.
  • Disney reveals first wish as part of the event to a Florida first grader during final week of the school year.
  • Minnie Mouse, Disney cast members and Make-A-Wish surprised 7-year-old Scarlett from Ventura Elementary School in Kissimmee, Fla. with the news her wish for a "Disney Princess experience" was coming true.
  • This first-of-its-kind wish event will take place during the company's World Princess Week celebration from August 20-26.

Chuzo™ Adds Some Magic at Orlando's Disney World!

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Friday, May 19, 2023
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The response was overwhelmingly positive, with many users praising Chuzo for its ease of use, comprehensive features, and ability to streamline their operations.

Key Points: 
  • The response was overwhelmingly positive, with many users praising Chuzo for its ease of use, comprehensive features, and ability to streamline their operations.
  • The platform is user-friendly and highly customizable, making it easy for DIRECTV Retailers to tailor it to their unique needs.
  • One Beta user had this to say about Chuzo: "I've been looking for a software package like Chuzo for years.
  • With Chuzo, businesses can automate many of their daily tasks and focus on what really matters – growing their business.

Cambria Hotels Continues Southeast Expansion with Orlando Opening

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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ROCKVILLE, Md., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambria Hotels, part of the Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) family of brands, continues its expansion in top markets with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Orlando Universal Blvd. The new hotel joins the nearby Cambria Hotel Orlando Airport to further the brand's quest to bring modern accommodations to travelers' favorite urban destinations.

Key Points: 
  • ROCKVILLE, Md., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambria Hotels , part of the Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) family of brands, continues its expansion in top markets with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Orlando Universal Blvd .
  • The new hotel joins the nearby Cambria Hotel Orlando Airport to further the brand's quest to bring modern accommodations to travelers' favorite urban destinations.
  • The Cambria Hotel Orlando Universal Blvd was developed by Supreme International Hotels Inc.
  • There are currently more than 65 Cambria hotels open across the U.S. in popular cities such as Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, New Orleans, Detroit and Phoenix, with nearly 70 hotels in the pipeline.

good2grow Kicks off Family Travel Season With “On the Road” Campaign and Sweepstakes

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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good2grow , a leading beverage and snack brand for kids, is kicking off road-trip season and making family travel more enjoyable with the launch of good2grow On the Road .

Key Points: 
  • good2grow , a leading beverage and snack brand for kids, is kicking off road-trip season and making family travel more enjoyable with the launch of good2grow On the Road .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230509005783/en/
    Families can enter the online sweepstakes now through June 7 for a chance to win weekly and grand prizes.
  • good2grow will host send-off parties for the families, providing them with their own Ultimate Road Trip Kit before they head out on their adventures.
  • “Every family deserves to take the trip of a lifetime, and we look forward to making wishes come true for families in our own backyard.”
    To learn more about good2grow, visit good2grow.com .

Five Colorado Families Recognized in Celebration of National Foster Care Month

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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DENVER, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To mark National Foster Care Month and encourage more Coloradans to become foster parents, the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) recognized five foster families during a luncheon at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science on Saturday, May 6.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To mark National Foster Care Month and encourage more Coloradans to become foster parents, the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) recognized five foster families during a luncheon at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science on Saturday, May 6.
  • Today in Colorado, there are 3,637 children and youth living with Colorado's 2,147 certified kinship and foster families.
  • Every community in Colorado needs more foster families as the state continues to implement the Family First Prevention Services Act (Family First).
  • The five families being recognized by the State of Colorado for National Foster Care Month are:
    After Yvette served as a Court Appointed Advocate (CASA), she and Matthew decided they were ready to do even more to help kids in Colorado and became certified foster parents in Weld County.

Blue Cross® Provides a 5-year Transformational Partnership With Make-a-Wish® Canada

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230427005286/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230427005286/en/
    Tim Bishop, Managing Director, Blue Cross of Canada, with wish kid Katie Girard and Meaghan Stovel McKnight, CEO of Make-A-Wish Canada.
  • Katie recently returned from her travel wish, a trip to New York City, thanks to the Blue Cross travel insurance partnership.
  • “By 2027, we will have supported over 130,000 wish kids and their families,” said Tim Bishop, Managing Director, Blue Cross of Canada.
  • “Every child should have the opportunity to experience the wonder of travel, and this pledge reinforces our ongoing commitment to Make-A-Wish Canada.