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GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA PROUDLY PRESENTS THE WORLDWIDE PREMIERE OF 'COUNTY RESCUE'

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Media proudly announces its first Original Series, "County Rescue," the much-anticipated faith and family action drama about EMTs and paramedics in personal and professional extremes, will make its worldwide debut on the company's streaming platform, Great American Pure Flix beginning Friday, February 23 and feature new episodes every Friday for the series' first season of five episodes. Great American Family, the company's premiere flagship linear network premieres episode one on Monday, February 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will premiere a new episode every Monday for the five-week first season run. "County Rescue" tells the story of one EMT unit whose medical team saves lives while guiding themselves and each other through journeys of love, hope and faith. The series features a remarkable ensemble cast led by Julia Reilly and Riley Hough alongside co-stars Percy Bell, Kristin Wollett, Brett Varvel, Stacey Patino, Tim Ross, Keller Fornes, Angel Luis, and Curtia Torbert. Music star Colton Dixon also guest stars.

Key Points: 
  • Great American Family, the company's premiere flagship linear network premieres episode one on Monday, February 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will premiere a new episode every Monday for the five-week first season run.
  • These are the everyday heroes who make communities across America great," said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.
  • "The series is about discovering oneself and who we are each meant to be while working alongside those who care about us.
  • As Duke tells the team he is going on leave to get help, Chief Scotty also has news.

On National Plan for Vacation Day, Puerto Rico Celebrates Another Record-Breaking Year of Tourism in 2023

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On National Plan for Vacation Day, Discover Puerto Rico, the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) of the Island, is proud to celebrate the success of Puerto Rico's travel and tourism sector throughout 2023. Over the past year, the Island witnessed unprecedented numbers of incoming travelers, employment and revenue within the local tourism industry.

Key Points: 
  • SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On National Plan for Vacation Day, Discover Puerto Rico , the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) of the Island, is proud to celebrate the success of Puerto Rico's travel and tourism sector throughout 2023.
  • In looking ahead, Discover Puerto Rico remains dedicated to driving travel and tourism metrics to new levels, further solidifying its success story.
  • "Puerto Rico's travel sector has continued to break barriers and set new records in 2023," said Brad Dean, CEO of Discover Puerto Rico.
  • "We set new standards of excellence with innovative marketing campaigns in 2023," said Leah Chandler, CMO of Discover Puerto Rico.

Puerto Rico Returns for the 3rd Year as First Countdown Destination for "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024" featuring Dayanara Torres as Co-Host and Ivy Queen Performing Live

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Discover Puerto Rico, the Island's non-profit Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) in partnership with the Puerto Rico Convention Center District Authority (PRCDA), is proud to announce that ABC and Dick Clark Productions have chosen the destination to serve as a host location once again for "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024." For the third year in a row, Puerto Rico will be the program's first U.S. destination to welcome the New Year in 2024 alongside star-studded Boricua talent including actress, singer and TV presenter Dayanara Torres returning as co-host, and singer, rapper and "Queen of Reggaeton," Ivy Queen, who will be performing. The event will take place on the grounds of the Puerto Rico Convention Center and DISTRITO T-Mobile, the Caribbean's premier entertainment destination, providing exceptional cultural offerings in dining, art, music, and technology.

Key Points: 
  • The event will take place on the grounds of the Puerto Rico Convention Center and DISTRITO T-Mobile , the Caribbean's premier entertainment destination, providing exceptional cultural offerings in dining, art, music, and technology.
  • "We look forward to sharing the spirit of our destination and our world-class venue, DISTRITO T-Mobile, with the world again."
  • Puerto Rico's countdown will take place at 11:00 p.m. EST/12:00 a.m. AST, as the first countdown destination on the show's multi-destination broadcast to welcome the New Year.
  • For more information about the destination, follow Discover Puerto Rico social channels on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook and visit DiscoverPuertoRico.com .

Advantage Car Rental Expands Global Reach with New Location in Puerto Rico

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Advantage Car Rental, a leading rental car company, today announces the extension of its services to Puerto Rico, allowing travelers to rent cars at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU). This expansion furthers Advantage's commitment to providing affordable options and a personalized experience to more travelers, whether they are traveling for business or pleasure.  

Key Points: 
  • Committed to providing travelers with affordable options, Advantage is growing its international footprint to offer rental car services at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU)
    ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Advantage Car Rental , a leading rental car company, today announces the extension of its services to Puerto Rico, allowing travelers to rent cars at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU).
  • To bring travelers the best local experience, Advantage is teaming up with tenured car rental operators in Puerto Rico who have extensive experience in the industry and knowledge of the area.
  • "As Advantage grows its global footprint, we remain dedicated to providing more options, better pricing, and improved service standards," says Remon Aziz, CEO of Advantage Car Rental.
  • For more information about Advantage Car Rental, visit: https://advantage.com/

LAUREL LEAF PRODUCTIONS EXPANDS COLLABORATIVE TEAM

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Laurel Harris, Emmy Award- winning producer, actress and CEO of Laurel Leaf Productions— announces the addition of new Creative Collaborators who bring decades of award-winning experience in entertainment.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Laurel Harris, Emmy Award- winning producer, actress and CEO of Laurel Leaf Productions — announces the addition of new Creative Collaborators who bring decades of award-winning experience in entertainment.
  • Harris has integrated a prestigious team of collaborators to advance the 2023 slate, including Daniel Corey and Richard Broadhurst.
  • Daniel Corey is a Philip K. Dick Award-winning writer and content producer who's created for comics, film, live theatre and virtual reality.
  • Richard served as a panelist on numerous screenwriting seminars at screenwriting festivals and holds options on half a dozen screenplays.

Discover Puerto Rico Celebrates Five Years of Unprecedented Tourism Growth

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of a record-breaking year in travel and tourism for Puerto Rico, Discover Puerto Rico, the Island's official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) reflects on a groundbreaking five years of continued growth for Puerto Rico's tourism economy, following a powerful brand evolution for the Island that has placed data-backed strategies at the forefront of award-winning marketing efforts.

Key Points: 
  • SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of a record-breaking year in travel and tourism for Puerto Rico, Discover Puerto Rico , the Island's official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) reflects on a groundbreaking five years of continued growth for Puerto Rico's tourism economy, following a powerful brand evolution for the Island that has placed data-backed strategies at the forefront of award-winning marketing efforts.
  • Following a data-driven and agile approach to marketing, Discover Puerto Rico has propelled economic prosperity for the people of Puerto Rico through the tourism sector and elevated the Island on a global scale, including global marketing in Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain, Colombia, among others in addition to the U.S.
  • "Sunshine to Spare" - Discover Puerto Rico partnered with the Pantone Color Institute to create a first-of-its-kind color inspired by the hue of Puerto Rican sunlight, based on findings by Puerto Rican physicist, Hector J. Jimenez.
  • Standout efforts in meetings and events further promote Puerto Rico as a leading destination in the MICE space.

NAWE Welcomes Maritime Industry Leaders to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230307005260/en/
    Board Executives to Further the Interests of Waterfront Workers (Photo: Business Wire)
    NAWE’s executive Board members bring extensive maritime and supply chain knowledge.
  • We will advocate for policies to ensure the efficient movement of freight and supply chain fluidity.”
    The NAWE Board consists of 17 members, including five executive Board members.
  • “Our Board members serve as a vital asset to advocate for marine cargo efficiency, safety and economic growth for MTOs and the stevedoring industry,” said Robert Murray, president of NAWE.
  • “With their diverse range of experience, these Board executives will ensure NAWE continues to impact the maritime industry significantly.”
    NAWE bases its commitment to supporting the maritime industry on five main objectives.

Health Gorilla Partners With CLEAR to Empower Consumers to Securely Access and Control Their Health Information

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. and NEW YORK, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Gorilla, a leading Health Information Network and interoperability provider, has partnered with CLEAR, a secure identity verification platform, to launch Individual Access Services, which allows consumers to access their personal health information securely. The program will begin in Puerto Rico with the Puerto Rico Health Information Exchange (PRHIE) and expand to other regions in the future.

Key Points: 
  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. and NEW YORK, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Gorilla, a leading Health Information Network and interoperability provider, has partnered with CLEAR, a secure identity verification platform, to launch Individual Access Services, which allows consumers to access their personal health information securely.
  • Health Gorilla will embed Powered by CLEAR to seamlessly verify a consumer's identity and provide them with secure and easy access to their health information.
  • "The partnership with CLEAR is an important step in our mission to provide consumers with greater control over their healthcare data," said Steve Yaskin, CEO of Health Gorilla.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Health Gorilla to help citizens of Puerto Rico securely access their healthcare information," said Caryn Seidman-Becker, CEO of CLEAR.

Discover Puerto Rico Named Among Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies" in 2023

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Discover Puerto Rico, the Island's official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), has been included in Fast Company magazine's annual World's Most Innovative Companies list for 2023. Named within the Travel and Hospitality category, this accomplishment places the DMO alongside organizations that are at the cutting edge of their respective industries, paving the way for the innovations of tomorrow. Discover Puerto Rico joins this illustrious list of honorees in light of its groundbreaking travel marketing efforts that have kept the Island at the forefront of travelers' imagination, including the newly launched, values-based marketing campaign, Live Boricua. In the face of adversity, the DMO has continuously driven year-on-year gains in tourism by celebrating the Island's best assets to make an appeal to visitors from the world over – at the heart of these efforts are the people and culture of Puerto Rico.

Key Points: 
  • "We are immensely proud to be recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to be included among travel sector organizations that inspire us," said Brad Dean, CEO of Discover Puerto Rico.
  • Discover Puerto Rico was chosen as "a business enabling new ways to explore the world and making people feel welcome wherever they are."
  • Efforts like the Live Boricua campaign are a testament to the power of immersive travel marketing in the post pandemic era – a moment Puerto Rico is built for," said Leah Chandler, CMO of Discover Puerto Rico.
  • To learn more about Discover Puerto Rico's Live Boricua campaign, visit: https://www.discoverpuertorico.com/live-boricua .

Puerto Rico Reflects on 2022 as Strongest Year in Tourism History, this National Plan for Vacation Day

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On National Plan for Vacation Day, Discover Puerto Rico, the Island's official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), shares the 2022 record-breaking, success story of the Island's travel and tourism sector. On the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, Puerto Rico reported peaks in incoming travelers, record revenues and more local tourism employees than ever before in its history.

Key Points: 
  • On the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, Puerto Rico reported peaks in incoming travelers, record revenues and more local tourism employees than ever before in its history.
  • (Tourism Economics)
    The Island now employs more than 91,500 individuals in travel and tourism related jobs, also the highest ever.
  • (STR & AirDNA)
    Likelihood to visit Puerto Rico in the next 12 months has grown to 22%, as of late 2022.
  • For more details on the performance of Puerto Rico's travel and tourism industry, visit: www.discoverpuertorico.com/industry .