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BKT Series lands in Australia, New Zealand and Africa

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

Starting today, thanks to new agreements signed between Helbiz Media and two partners, Athletic Sport Group and Dharma Media Pty Ltd with GLOBO TV, the Italian Serie BKT Championship will be broadcast for the first time in Australia, New Zealand and Africa (excluding North Africa).

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  • Starting today, thanks to new agreements signed between Helbiz Media and two partners, Athletic Sport Group and Dharma Media Pty Ltd with GLOBO TV, the Italian Serie BKT Championship will be broadcast for the first time in Australia, New Zealand and Africa (excluding North Africa).
  • Thanks to the new partners of Helbiz Media and the BKT Series the potential pool of fans is enriched by millions more, who will be able to immediately follow this exciting season where prestigious and competitive clubs compete."
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    The two new partners will acquire exclusive audiovisual rights from Helbiz Media to broadcast in Australia, New Zealand, and Africa, all BKT Series matches in full HD, both live and replays, as well as highlights for the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 seasons.
  • In addition, we will also be present in Africa, a continent that in terms of age and growing interest in soccer represents a fundamental basin for the growth of Serie BKT, said Mauro Balata, President of the BKT Series.

The Worldwide Travel Accommodation Industry is Projected to Reach $1,974 Billion by 2031 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

The global travel accommodation market was valued at $632.80 billion in 2021, and is projected to reach $1,974.30 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 11.3% from 2022 to 2031.

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  • The global travel accommodation market was valued at $632.80 billion in 2021, and is projected to reach $1,974.30 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 11.3% from 2022 to 2031.
  • Travel accommodation refers to lodging service rented by travelers for the purpose of stay.
  • This has influenced the travel accommodation market by tourists, since it has made travel convenient.
  • However, scams and rampant fraud attacks in the online travel accommodation booking sector are anticipated to restrain the growth of the global market.

Great Wolf Resorts Names John Murphy as Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. announced today that John Murphy, (Murph), will serve as the companys next Chief Executive Officer, taking over for Murray Hennessy who is retiring, but will continue to serve as an advisor to the company.

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  • Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. announced today that John Murphy, (Murph), will serve as the companys next Chief Executive Officer, taking over for Murray Hennessy who is retiring, but will continue to serve as an advisor to the company.
  • While expanding its paw print into new markets with new resorts is an area of focus, Great Wolf Resorts is also investing significantly in its existing resorts.
  • Content featuring the Great Wolf Pack characters is also available on the Great Wolf Entertainment YouTube channel ( The Great Wolf Pack - YouTube ) with additional episodic content available for distribution.
  • Great Wolf Lodge has three resorts currently under construction Great Wolf Lodge Maryland in Perryville, Maryland (opening summer 2023), Great Wolf Lodge South Florida in Naples (mid-2024) and Great Wolf Lodge Gulf Coast Texas in Webster (mid-to-late 2024).

Eurasian Development Bank wins ADFIAP Sustainable Award for COVID-19-Free Travel App

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

The award ceremony took place on the sidelines of the ADFIAP Annual Meeting in Manila, Philippines on October 26.

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  • The award ceremony took place on the sidelines of the ADFIAP Annual Meeting in Manila, Philippines on October 26.
  • The app was designed to enable people to travel freely and safely between the countries of the region where EDB operates during the novel coronavirus pandemic.
  • The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) is an international financial institution investing in Eurasia.
  • For more than 16 years, the Bank has worked to strengthen and expand economic ties and foster comprehensive development in its member countries.

TravelCenters of America Honors Veterans

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) today announced initiatives throughout November to honor all those who have served our country.

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  • TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) today announced initiatives throughout November to honor all those who have served our country.
  • We are grateful to have the TravelCenters of America team so passionate about helping those who have served our country, said Tommy Stoner, Chief Executive Officer of SOTF.
  • TA is also a proud supporter of Wreaths Across America , an organization committed to placing wreaths on the graves of all veterans in national cemeteries across the country.
  • TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) is the nation's largest publicly traded full-service travel center network.

Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation Announces Intention to Commence a Cash Tender Offer for its Class A Common Stock

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

The terms and conditions of the tender offer will be described in an offer to purchase and related letter of transmittal that will be mailed to the Companys shareholders shortly after commencement of the tender offer.

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  • The terms and conditions of the tender offer will be described in an offer to purchase and related letter of transmittal that will be mailed to the Companys shareholders shortly after commencement of the tender offer.
  • The tender offer will be subject to certain conditions described in the offer to purchase.
  • None of the Company or its Board of Directors, the Information Agent for the tender offer or the Depositary for the tender offer will make any recommendation to shareholders as to whether to tender or refrain from tendering their shares in the tender offer.
  • If the tender offer is commenced, the Company will also file a Tender Offer Statement on Schedule TO (the Tender Offer Statement) with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC), which will include as exhibits, among other things, the offer to purchase, letter of transmittal and related tender offer materials.

Selina Expands into Wellness Market Through Global Retreats Partnership with Mantra, a Wellness Retreat Operator

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

(Selina; NASDAQ: SLNA), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers has formed a strategic partnership with Mantra , a global retreat operator, to curate wellness retreats throughout Selinas ecosystem of 163 locations across 25 countries and six contents.

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  • (Selina; NASDAQ: SLNA), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers has formed a strategic partnership with Mantra , a global retreat operator, to curate wellness retreats throughout Selinas ecosystem of 163 locations across 25 countries and six contents.
  • The expansion into the retreat market is a first for Selina, and will create a separate entity focused solely on building these enriching wellness experiences.
  • Per Global Wellness Institute , the wellness economy is projected to reach nearly $7.0 trillion in 2025, and the Mantra partnership allows Selina to tap into this growing business segment all while maximizing synergies across distribution and operating expenses.
  • Selina is proud to champion a brand like Mantra and to be at the forefront of this evolution in global travel and retreat experiences.

The Best Airlines in the World for Students and Youth Revealed

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Delta performed well among US students, taking the top spot in three of the six categories, including Best Airline for International Travel, Best Airline Service and Most Trustworthy Airline, though American Airlines stepped in to take first prize for Best Overall Airline.

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  • Delta performed well among US students, taking the top spot in three of the six categories, including Best Airline for International Travel, Best Airline Service and Most Trustworthy Airline, though American Airlines stepped in to take first prize for Best Overall Airline.
  • The national carrier came first in all six categories, which also included Best Airline for Domestic Travel and Best Value Airline.
  • Meanwhile in the UK, budget carrier easyJet won Best Overall Airline and Best Airline Service, and fellow budget carrier Ryanair took home Best Value Airline.
  • Australian students rewarded Virgin Australia for its strong investment in student travel, voting it number one in the Best Overall Airline, Best Value Airline and Best Airline Service categories.