Capital Honda Welcomes the 2021 Honda Passport to its Showroom

CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Individuals who have been searching for a new spacious vehicle will like what the 2021 Honda Passport offers. Available in three trim levels and with many top-notch features available, the 2021 Honda Passport is ready for anything that comes its way.

The three trim levels that the 2021 Honda Passport is available in include the Sport, EX-L and Touring. All three trim levels feature the same powerful engine which is a…

CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Individuals who have been searching for a new spacious vehicle will like what the 2021 Honda Passport offers. Available in three trim levels and with many top-notch features available, the 2021 Honda Passport is ready for anything that comes its way.

The three trim levels that the 2021 Honda Passport is available in include the Sport, EX-L and Touring. All three trim levels feature the same powerful engine which is a 3.5-litre Direct Injection SOHC i-VTEC® V6 engine that produces 280 horsepower and 262 pound-foot of torque.

Inside of the 2021 Honda Passport, there is room for five people. In addition, there are great features to make the drive more comfortable and enjoyable. Some of these include active noise control, a 7-inch centre display with driver information interface, a multi-angle rearview camera with dynamic guidelines, various steering wheel mounted controls and much more.

There are many driver-assist features that come standard in the 2021 Honda Passport. Some of these include Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, and Automatic High Beams. There is also a Honda LaneWatch™ blind sport display standard on the Sport and EX-L, and a Blind Spot Information System and a Rear Cross Traffic Monitory system that is standard on the Touring trim level.

Potential customers who would like to learn more about the 2021 Honda Passport that is now available at Capital Honda can visit the dealership’s website, https://www.capitalhonda.com/. Individuals who have further questions and would like to speak to someone from the dealership can call 902-566-1101. Finally, for those who would like a more personal experience, Capital Honda is conveniently located at 40 Lower Malpeque Road.

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Daniel Rix, Capital Honda, 902-566-1101, daniel.rix@capitalhonda.com

 

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CallRevu Announces New Platform Communication Intelligence (CI) for the Automotive Industry

BALTIMORE, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — CallRevu, a leader in automotive Communication Intelligence (CI), proudly announces today the launch of a platform innovation which harnesses Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) using CallRevu’s unique automotive lexicon developed over the past 12 years from millions of human transcribed calls. This new technology analyzes all phone communications (all lines, all departments), distinctively harvesting rich insights and producing…

BALTIMORE, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — CallRevu, a leader in automotive Communication Intelligence (CI), proudly announces today the launch of a platform innovation which harnesses Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) using CallRevu’s unique automotive lexicon developed over the past 12 years from millions of human transcribed calls. This new technology analyzes all phone communications (all lines, all departments), distinctively harvesting rich insights and producing actionable data to help dealers improve the customer experience and grow their revenue.

With over 90% accuracy, the CI Platform is designed to give dealers what they need – quantity with quality – to provide the call connectivity metrics with detailed call flow, voicemail monitoring and keyword search combined with customer alerts, customer satisfaction monitoring and spam / robo-dialing reports that pinpoints areas for action.

«At CallRevu, we know that Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are only as good as the training data – this is why we have amassed over 100 million calls transcribed by humans to develop the largest, automotive specific lexicon which enables us to deliver unparalleled quality — and NOW we do this for every call, and every line,» said Jeff dePascale, CallRevu VP of Technology.

Users will have increased visibility into the customer journey – from inquiry to sale – with rich data points that will help them identify, analyze and optimize their processes and approach. Early adopters are witnessing incredible gains in productivity – many claiming greater than 44% improvements achieved from the new capabilities, intuitive interface and the self-service tools that empower them to do more.

«CallRevu believes data is good, insights are better, but what Dealers really want is predictive and prescriptive alerts that focuses their attention on action. CallRevu has a rich history of firsts, and we believe the CI Platform is another example of CallRevu innovation and how we continue to lead the industry, with our sole focus on automotive that allows us to package and deliver information that is intuitive, real-time, mobile-first and readily accessible, and most importantly designed for action – and there is so much more we are bringing to market in 2021», said Anthony Giagnacovo, CEO of CallRevu.

CallRevu partners with dealers to deliver a superior customer experience – the CI Platform innovation enables us to deliver richer insights to automotive dealers for better customer experiences that results in more connections, conversations and conversions to sales.

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About CallRevu
CallRevu, founded in 2008, helps thousands of automotive dealers in the U.S. cultivate the customers that make it into the showroom after having a great experience on the phone. CallRevu has monitored over 110 million calls and by providing local and toll-free numbers to place on all ads, we track, listen, summarize, alert, and report on dealership’s phone calls to monitor call performance. With the robust data we collect, we coach on how to enhance the caller’s experience and improve the bottom line of dealerships. Visit callrevu.com.

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Tasha Willingham, CallRevu, 3176706739, TASHAWILLINGHAM@CALLREVU.COM

 

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NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Expands Revenue Strategy And Distribution Leadership Team

MIAMI, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises today announced the appointment of two new executives as it expands its Revenue Strategy and Distribution business unit to develop and grow content monetization opportunities in the U.S. and around the world. Effective immediately, Ezequiel Fonseca Zas joins Telemundo in the newly created role of Senior Vice President of Revenue Strategy and Distribution, and Malu Carmona-Botana is…

MIAMI, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises today announced the appointment of two new executives as it expands its Revenue Strategy and Distribution business unit to develop and grow content monetization opportunities in the U.S. and around the world. Effective immediately, Ezequiel Fonseca Zas joins Telemundo in the newly created role of Senior Vice President of Revenue Strategy and Distribution, and Malu Carmona-Botana is appointed to the new position of Vice President of Content Monetization. Both executives will be based in Miami, Florida. Fonseca Zas will report directly to Peter Blacker, EVP, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of DTC Licensing, and Carmona-Botana will report to Fonseca Zas.

«I am thrilled to welcome these two exceptionally qualified media experts to the Telemundo team,» said Blacker. «Ezequiel and Malu each bring a unique and deep set of media expertise in Spanish and English, which will help us expand the formats and multilingual experiences across AVOD, SVOD and DTC platforms that Telemundo has pioneered for over ten years in the US and across the globe.»

Fonseca Zas will be responsible for growing and managing Telemundo Enterprises’ content monetization and distribution strategies, in close coordination with Telemundo’s Content Owners (Entertainment, Global Studios, Sports and News) as well as NBCUniversal Distribution and Licensing teams. He will also oversee sourcing and development of future large-scale revenue-generating projects across the business, taking advantage of the transformation of the U.S. and global media markets.

Carmona-Botana will be responsible for strategic planning and managing key partnerships including development, implementation, and short to long-term growth strategies. Carmona-Botana will also work closely with the content teams to align the network content strategies and NBCUniversal’s Peacock team in order to increase the company’s income across all platforms.

Fonseca Zas was most recently at ViacomCBS International where he was General Manager of Streaming Platforms and Senior Vice President of Mobile Partnerships.  In that role, he led the international streaming/OTT strategy and business plans for AVOD (Pluto TV) and SVOD platforms (Paramount+ & Noggin). Previously, he served in several leadership roles with oversight of emerging businesses, multiplatform and digital strategies. Prior to that, Fonseca was at La Nación newspaper in Argentina for over a decade, where he held multiple positions in the company’s marketing, branding and digital divisions.

Carmona-Botana joins Telemundo from A+E Networks, where she was previously Director of Content Distribution Strategy. In that role, she provided strategic support to the President of Distribution. Prior to A+E, she worked at a myriad of companies around the world including Gedeth in Shanghai, Zebra Producciones in Madrid, Televisa in Mexico City and Viacom in New York.

Fonseca Zas and Carmona-Botana will be joining Telemundo’s existing Revenue Strategy and Distribution leadership team including Borja Perez, Senior Vice President of Revenue Strategy and Innovation, Francisco Rivera, Vice President of Emerging Business, Gustavo Granados, Vice President of Digital Productions and Tania Paz, Vice President of Distribution Operations.

About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:  
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a world-class media company leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality Spanish-language content to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. This fast-growing multiplatform portfolio is comprised of the Telemundo Network and Station Group, Telemundo Deportes, Telemundo Global Studios, Universo, and a Revenue Strategy & Innovation unit. Telemundo Network features original Spanish-language entertainment, news and sports content reaching 94% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 local stations, 50 affiliates and its national feed. Telemundo also owns WKAQ, a television station that serves viewers in Puerto Rico. Telemundo Deportes is the designated Spanish-language home of two of the world’s most popular sporting events: FIFA World Cup™ through 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games through 2032. Telemundo Global Studios is the company’s domestic and international scripted production unit including Telemundo Studios, Telemundo International Studios, Telemundo International, Underground Producciones, an internationally renowned production boutique based in Argentina as well as all of the company’s co-production partnerships. As the #1 media company reaching Hispanics and millennials online, the Revenue Strategy & Innovation unit distributes original content across multiple platforms, maximizing its exclusive partnerships with properties such as BuzzFeed, Vox, and Snapchat. Through Telemundo Internacional, the largest U.S.-based distributor of Spanish-language content in the world; and Universo, the company reflects the diverse lifestyle, cultural experience and language of its expanding audience. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. 

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Special Offer are Now Available on Select 2020 and 2021 Jaguar Vehicles at Jaguar Boerne

BOERNE, Texas, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Individuals who have been thinking about purchasing a new Jaguar vehicle will like the special offers that are now available at Jaguar Boerne. Offers are available on the 2020 Jaguar I-PACE S, F-PACE Premium 25T, E-PACE SE P250, XE S P250 RWD, XF and 2021 Jaguar F-TYPE Coupe 2.0 L P300. Most models have both a finance and a lease offer while the XF only has a finance offer.

The 2020 Jaguar I-PACE S is available with a lease offer that is <span…

BOERNE, Texas, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Individuals who have been thinking about purchasing a new Jaguar vehicle will like the special offers that are now available at Jaguar Boerne. Offers are available on the 2020 Jaguar I-PACE S, F-PACE Premium 25T, E-PACE SE P250, XE S P250 RWD, XF and 2021 Jaguar F-TYPE Coupe 2.0 L P300. Most models have both a finance and a lease offer while the XF only has a finance offer.

The 2020 Jaguar I-PACE S is available with a lease offer that is $739 per month for 36 months with $5,995 due at signing and a $0 security deposit. There is also a finance offer of 0% APR for 24 to 72 months. The finance offer is available on all I-PACE models.

Next, the 2020 Jaguar F-PACE has two similar offers, but the amounts are slightly different. The lease offer is $419 per month for 36 months with $3,995 due at signing and a $0 security deposit. The finance offer is the same as the one listed above.

The 2020 Jaguar E-PACE, XE and F-TYPE have similar offers to the ones listed above. The amount per month and due at signing are slightly different. In addition, the 2020 Jaguar XF is only available with a finance offer of 0% APR for 24 to 72 months.

Potential customers who would like to learn more about the current offers available at Jaguar Boerne can visit the dealership’s website at https://www.jaguarboerne.com/. Individuals who have more questions can speak with someone from the dealership by calling 830-216-6437. Finally, for those who would like a more personal experience, the dealership is conveniently located at 32120 IH 10 West.

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Michael Chestney, Jaguar Boerne, 210-669-7562, mchestney@barrett.co

 

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Polestar Cars Drives Innovation and Awareness with Actor Oscar Isaac in New Video Series

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In the pursuit of accelerating sustainable mobility, Polestar, the electric performance car brand, today released a multi-episode video series featuring Golden Globe winner Oscar Isaac. A champion for climate justice, Isaac delves deeper into Polestar innovations which aim to improve today’s society, and that of the future.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In the pursuit of accelerating sustainable mobility, Polestar, the electric performance car brand, today released a multi-episode video series featuring Golden Globe winner Oscar Isaac. A champion for climate justice, Isaac delves deeper into Polestar innovations which aim to improve today’s society, and that of the future.

In partnership with The Wall Street Journal, «Making aNew» is a five-part mini docuseries which seeks the truths behind Polestar’s ethos and advancements in sustainability, electrification and performance. The video series is available to view today at www.polestar.com/us/making-anew.

«As the automotive world moves to electrification, important terms such as sustainability and clean energy are becoming generic slogans with diminished meaning,» said Oscar Isaac. «After learning about the company, I feel better about driving a Polestar because the brand is transparent about how its cars are produced, accountable for its impact on the planet and taking action to truly offset the footprint of its vehicles.»

Since the launch of the brand in 2017, Polestar has become synonymous with the development of new technologies, harnessing refined performance and incorporating unconventional materials in the development of its vehicles.

More recently, the brand began publishing detailed climate impact reports of its electric vehicles as they leave the production line, aiming to be the most transparent company in the automotive industry. As a proof point of this pledge, Polestar has published a full lifecycle analysis of the Polestar 2 Electric Fastback, and will release its first annual sustainability report in March of this year.

«We are determined to be the guiding star for our industry, accelerating the shift to more sustainable mobility. Innovation, clean energy, circular materials and transparency are areas of particular focus. A great example of this is the use of blockchain to improve the accountability of our cobalt supply chain,» said Fredrika Klarén, Head of Sustainability at Polestar. «Collaborating with visible activists like Oscar, who are as passionate about carbon-neutrality as we are, will help raise awareness and understanding, paving the path for a more sustainable future.»

For images and other media information, visit polestar.com/press.

About Polestar

Polestar is the independent Swedish premium electric performance car brand founded by Volvo Cars and Geely Holding. Established in 2017, Polestar enjoys specific technological and engineering synergies with Volvo Cars and benefits from significant economies of scale as a result. The company is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, and retails its vehicles in ten global markets across Europe and North America, and in China.

Polestar produces two electric performance cars. The Polestar 1 is a low-volume electric performance hybrid GT with a carbon fiber body, 609 hp, 738 ft.-lb. and an electric-only range of 60 miles – the longest of any hybrid car in the world. The Polestar 2 electric performance fastback is the company’s first fully electric, high volume car. Polestar 2 launched in 2020 with an all-wheel drive electric powertrain that produces 408 hp and 487 ft.-lb., with a maximum range of 233 miles (292 miles WLTP).

In the future, the Polestar 3 electric performance SUV will join the portfolio, as well as the Precept – a design study vehicle released in 2020 that is slated for future production. Precept showcases the brand’s future vision in terms of sustainability, digital technology and design.

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Polestar Cars Drives Innovation and Awareness with Actor Oscar Isaac in New Video Series

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In the pursuit of accelerating sustainable mobility, Polestar, the electric performance car brand, today released a multi-episode video series featuring Golden Globe winner Oscar Isaac. A champion for climate justice, Isaac delves deeper into Polestar innovations which aim to improve today’s society, and that of the future.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In the pursuit of accelerating sustainable mobility, Polestar, the electric performance car brand, today released a multi-episode video series featuring Golden Globe winner Oscar Isaac. A champion for climate justice, Isaac delves deeper into Polestar innovations which aim to improve today’s society, and that of the future.

In partnership with The Wall Street Journal, «Making aNew» is a five-part mini docuseries which seeks the truths behind Polestar’s ethos and advancements in sustainability, electrification and performance. The video series is available to view today at www.polestar.com/us/making-anew.

«As the automotive world moves to electrification, important terms such as sustainability and clean energy are becoming generic slogans with diminished meaning,» said Oscar Isaac. «After learning about the company, I feel better about driving a Polestar because the brand is transparent about how its cars are produced, accountable for its impact on the planet and taking action to truly offset the footprint of its vehicles.»

Since the launch of the brand in 2017, Polestar has become synonymous with the development of new technologies, harnessing refined performance and incorporating unconventional materials in the development of its vehicles.

More recently, the brand began publishing detailed climate impact reports of its electric vehicles as they leave the production line, aiming to be the most transparent company in the automotive industry. As a proof point of this pledge, Polestar has published a full lifecycle analysis of the Polestar 2 Electric Fastback, and will release its first annual sustainability report in March of this year.

«We are determined to be the guiding star for our industry, accelerating the shift to more sustainable mobility. Innovation, clean energy, circular materials and transparency are areas of particular focus. A great example of this is the use of blockchain to improve the accountability of our cobalt supply chain,» said Fredrika Klarén, Head of Sustainability at Polestar. «Collaborating with visible activists like Oscar, who are as passionate about carbon-neutrality as we are, will help raise awareness and understanding, paving the path for a more sustainable future.»

For images and other media information, visit polestar.com/press.

About Polestar

Polestar is the independent Swedish premium electric performance car brand founded by Volvo Cars and Geely Holding. Established in 2017, Polestar enjoys specific technological and engineering synergies with Volvo Cars and benefits from significant economies of scale as a result. The company is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, and retails its vehicles in ten global markets across Europe and North America, and in China.

Polestar produces two electric performance cars. The Polestar 1 is a low-volume electric performance hybrid GT with a carbon fiber body, 609 hp, 738 ft.-lb. and an electric-only range of 60 miles – the longest of any hybrid car in the world. The Polestar 2 electric performance fastback is the company’s first fully electric, high volume car. Polestar 2 launched in 2020 with an all-wheel drive electric powertrain that produces 408 hp and 487 ft.-lb., with a maximum range of 233 miles (292 miles WLTP).

In the future, the Polestar 3 electric performance SUV will join the portfolio, as well as the Precept – a design study vehicle released in 2020 that is slated for future production. Precept showcases the brand’s future vision in terms of sustainability, digital technology and design.

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Kentucky Plant Begins Destruction of Next Inventory of Nerve Agent Weapons

RESTON, Va., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — A Bechtel-led plant in Kentucky has successfully begun destroying its next batch of chemical weapons, bringing the nation closer to its goal of eradicating the national stockpile by 2023.

RESTON, Va., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — A Bechtel-led plant in Kentucky has successfully begun destroying its next batch of chemical weapons, bringing the nation closer to its goal of eradicating the national stockpile by 2023.

At the Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant in Richmond, a 155-milimeter artillery projectile filled with VX nerve agent was robotically opened and drained on Jan. 10. It is the first of more than 60 tons of VX 155mm projectiles scheduled to be processed.

«This is a program of international significance,» said Barbara Rusinko, president of Bechtel’s Nuclear, Security & Environmental global business unit. «The Chemical Weapons Convention commits more than 190 nations to the eradication of these weapons. Our team is equally committed to completing the mission and doing it safely.»

The drained toxins will undergo a neutralization process using hot water and sodium hydroxide, destroying the VX agent. The metal parts will be heated to more than 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit for decontamination and can then be safely recycled.

Destruction began in 2019

For decades, some 523 tons of chemical munitions were stored at the Blue Grass Army Depot. In June 2019, destruction of mustard projectiles began in an on-site facility using a static detonation chamber. More than 60% of the mustard agent had been destroyed by the end of last year.  In early 2020, the plant destroyed the remaining stockpile of 8-inch nerve agent projectiles, eliminating an entire class of weapon from the U.S. stockpile. After the current campaign, an inventory of rockets containing nerve agent will be all that remains.

«The plant changeover from 8-inch projectiles to the smaller 155mm munitions is significant,» said Ron Hink, Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass project manager. «That the team completed this safely and successfully – during a global pandemic – speaks to their dedication to completing this mission.» 

A sister plant in Pueblo, Colorado began operations in 2015. Both sites host inspectors from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons to verify compliance with the Chemical Weapons Convention.

The Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant was built and is being operated under contract to the Department of Defense’s Program Executive Office, Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives. Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass is a joint venture of Bechtel National Inc. and Parsons Government Services Inc.

Historic commitment to global security

Since the 1980s, Bechtel has had an active role in U.S. and international efforts to eliminate chemical weapons. With the destruction of the stockpiles underway in Colorado and Kentucky, along with previous projects in Alabama and Maryland, Bechtel will have safely eliminated nearly 5,000 tons of chemical weapons in rockets, artillery rounds, mortar shells, and storage canisters at four of the nine original U.S. storage depots.

Learn more:

About Bechtel:

Bechtel is a trusted engineering, construction and project management partner to industry and government. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers’ objectives to create a lasting positive impact. Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Bechtel serves the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Oil, Gas & Chemicals; and Mining & Metals markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.  www.Bechtel.com 

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Overseas Adventure Travel Releases NEW 101+ Tips for Solo Women Travelers

BOSTON, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — When the world opens up to travel, solo women travelers will be ready. Tried-and-true travel tips from solo women travelers form the core of the NEW 101+ Tips for Solo Women Travelers, launched by Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T.), the leader in <a…

BOSTON, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — When the world opens up to travel, solo women travelers will be ready. Tried-and-true travel tips from solo women travelers form the core of the NEW 101+ Tips for Solo Women Travelers, launched by Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T.), the leader in solo-friendly travel for women over 50. More than 80,000 solo travelers have traveled with O.AT. in the last five years.

Edited by O.A.T. Vice Chairman Harriet Lewis, the complimentary NEW 101+ Tips for Solo Women Travelers features advice from O.A.T.’s most seasoned solo women travelers, Trip Experience Leaders in over 80 countries around the world, and O.A.T. associates. 

«Today at Overseas Adventure Travel, more than 50% of our travelers are solo women, and they’re over 60 years of age,» said Harriett Lewis. «There’s a very wide range of women who decide to travel as solos. Sometimes we go totally alone, other times we explore with a friend, share with a roommate, or join a group. We just love to travel and discover new things.»

101+ Tips for Solo Women Travelers is a «how-to» guide written specifically for the mature woman—whether she is traveling completely independently, joining a group tour, or just traveling without a partner for the first time. 101+ Tips covers a full range of topics all in one place, making it one of the most comprehensive travel resources available. The book includes insights on safety for solo travelers; money matters, including global gratuities; etiquette, dining, and culture abroad; packing like a pro; top solo-friendly destinations; and tips for specific regions of the world. The 96-page book is lightweight, designed to fit in a small travel bag or purse for handy reference.

Tip #26 recommends, «Set up a separate travel account. If you load your travel account with money and do not use your normal ‘at home’ account, it will spare you the headache of having to reset all your direct debits in case your travel-only account is compromised.» Tip #70 advises, «Hide your money in different places. If you wear a money belt or neck pouch, wear it on the inside of your clothing. Take cash, a debit card, or a credit card—but don’t put them all in one place.»

Solo: Going strong
Solo women represent 50% of O.A.T. passengers, with more than 31,000 travelers booked for 2021 and 2022. 

«I lost my husband a few years ago, and life wasn’t going to stop for me,» said 9-time O.A.T. traveler Inge Brockbank. «Continuing to be active is of the utmost importance. If you don’t challenge your brain, you’re going to rust. I don’t want to rust before my time, so I keep on exploring.»

Patricia Calzia, a 20-time traveler, said, «People were surprised to hear that I was traveling solo to Morocco. They’d ask me who was going with me—who’d be looking out for me. I told them I’d be with 15 friends; I just hadn’t met them yet. On O.A.T. trips, the rest of the group is so welcoming that it never feels like you’re alone.»

O.A.T offers Free Single Supplements on 92% of its 30,000 single spaces to support solo travelers. O.A.T. provides Free Single Supplements on all O.A.T. adventures and pre- and post-trip extensions, and free or low-cost Single Supplements on its Small Ship Adventures.

The top 5 O.A.T. adventures selected by solo women include Morocco Sahara Odyssey, Ultimate Africa: Botswana, Zambia & Zimbabwe Safari, Egypt & the Eternal Nile by Private Classic River-Yacht,  Sicily’s Ancient Landscapes & Timeless Traditions, and Japan’s Cultural Treasures.

O.A.T. caters to solo travelers with an intimate and accessible experience. Groups are limited to 8-16 travelers (average of 13) by land and 20-25 (average of 22) by sea. Every O.A.T. journey is a learning adventure that not only showcases iconic sights, but takes travelers beyond them to experience the true culture through unique hands-on activities, engagement with the natural world, and authentic interactions with the local people.

To view the NEW 101+ Tips for Solo Women Travelers online or to request a complimentary copy of the booklet, visit www.oattravel.com/community/101-tips.

For a free catalog or more information about O.A.T., please visit www.oattravel.com or call 1-800-955-1925.

ABOUT OVERSEAS ADVENTURE TRAVEL
Established in 1978, Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T.) is part of Boston-based Grand Circle Corporation’s family of travel companies, which also include Grand Circle Cruise Line and Grand Circle Travel.  In 1992, owners Alan and Harriet Lewis established the nonprofit Grand Circle Foundation to support communities in which Grand Circle works and travels, including some 300 humanitarian, cultural, and educational endeavors worldwide—among them, 100 schools, in 50 countries.  The Foundation is an entity of the Lewis Family Foundation, which has pledged or donated more than $200 million since 1981.    

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Ackerman Toyota Welcomes the 2021 Toyota Highlander to its Showroom

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Individuals in the St. Louis area who have been looking for a new SUV with a generous amount of interior space will be pleased to know that the 2021 Toyota Highlander has arrived at Ackerman Toyota. The vehicle has seating for seven or eight depending on the trim level that is chosen along with an impressive fuel economy and a new model.

The new XSE model is a sporty vehicle that has improved handling, unique…

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Individuals in the St. Louis area who have been looking for a new SUV with a generous amount of interior space will be pleased to know that the 2021 Toyota Highlander has arrived at Ackerman Toyota. The vehicle has seating for seven or eight depending on the trim level that is chosen along with an impressive fuel economy and a new model.

The new XSE model is a sporty vehicle that has improved handling, unique exterior badges and a specially designed interior. The model is available with a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 295 horsepower. Front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are both available on this model.

Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ is the latest suite of active comprehensive safety features. Systems that come standard as part of this suite include Pre-Collision System with Low-Light Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist and Automatic High Beams.

Ackerman Toyota not only carries the latest models, but it also offers a non-factory limited lifetime warranty to its customers. It is called Ackerman for Life. The warranty comes on all new vehicles that are purchased from the dealership and it covers the vehicle’s engine and an oil and filter service every year. This warranty goes into effect once Toyota Care expires.

Drivers in the St. Louis area can view the entire Toyota lineup at Ackerman Toyota by visiting https://www.ackermantoyota.com/. Potential customers who have questions and would like to speak with someone from the dealership can call 314-351-3000. Finally, for those who would like a more personal interaction, the dealership is conveniently located at 2020 Hampton Avenue.

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Around the World in 100 minutes

NEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — HIS USA’s «Original Virtual World Tour» presents a tour that live broadcasts from Japan, Kenya, Turkey, India, and Hawaii.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — HIS USA’s «Original Virtual World Tour» presents a tour that live broadcasts from Japan, Kenya, Turkey, India, and Hawaii.

While many online tours have started popping up during the time of coronavirus, the tours remain a single destination. HIS has a network of 201 branches in 65 countries throughout the world. This allows HIS to uniquely be able to connect to viewers from all over the world through local branches. The tours are broadcasted live in real-time and are designed to open up the way for two-way communication, which creates a different experience from the passive viewing observed in most tours available currently. The tour is designed to raise interest in and motivation for real travel when the world opens back.

Around the World in 100min

Since each country is in their own respective time zones, the start time of the tour was carefully chosen so that the best of each country can be showcased. By connecting the live broadcasts from each country, it allows viewers to travel around the world. Local HIS guides will welcome you into their country and showcase various sites to convey the charm of the area.

Though many have temporarily given up traveling for different reasons, this virtual experience allows people to once again enjoy the sights of the world and «travel» globally. In addition, although the emergence of LCC flights have allowed more low cost alternatives to flying for those still choosing to travel, flying by air still is sure to rack up prices. Traveling the traditional route is both costly in terms of price and time. This online tour will allow people to see some of the best sights efficiently and economically.

Scheduled Sights:

  • Honolulu, Hawaii(5:30PM Local Time – Walk on Waikiki Beach during sunset)
  • Varanasi, India(9:30AM Local Time – Appreciating the scenery around Ganges river, view a Hindu Sanctuary, walk through an old town)
  • Nairobi, Kenya(7:00AM Local Time – Safari in Nairobi National Park)
  • Istanbul, Turkey(7:30AM Local Time – Walk around Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia)
  • Tokyo, Japan(2:00PM Local Time – Walk Nakamise Street at Asakusa)

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Starts: January 15th (Fri) 7:30PM PST / 35 USD
More dates to come

>>View Our Other Online Tours
We have many more online exclusive Japan tours so that you can explore the country through the safety and comfort of your own home. Check out this link below:

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Online tours are a risk-free way to travel

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