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Worldwide Wellness Tourism Industry to 2025 – by Type of Traveler, Location, Service, Mode of Booking and Geography

DUBLIN, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The «Wellness Tourism Market – Forecasts from 2020 to 2025» report has been added to…

DUBLIN, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The «Wellness Tourism Market – Forecasts from 2020 to 2025» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

Global wellness tourism market was valued at US$641.298 billion in 2019. Unlike medical tourism, which involves the treatment of already diagnosed conditions, wellness tourism services focus on the prevention of diseases by emphasizing a healthy lifestyle and improved quality of life. The growth of this market has been driven by the rising middle-class population and the consumer’s desire to adopt a wellness lifestyle. The increasing affordability of flights and travel options is also boosting the number of travelers across the globe which, in turn, is also fuelling the demand for wellness tourism services worldwide.

According to the data provided by the Global Wellness Institute, the number of international and domestic wellness trips represented 17 percent of all tourism expenditures in 2017. Tourists are increasingly opting for spa therapies and other wellness activities while on a trip to the foreign land. Hectic work schedules and sedentary lifestyles have resulted in a decline in physical activities among people, leading to a rise in lifestyle-related problems. Governments in various countries are also taking necessary steps and measures to ramp up the overall growth of the travel and tourism industry which will also fuel the global wellness tourism market growth during the next five years. For instance, the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) is developing wellness-focused tourism in lesser-known destinations such as Beppu and Misgui. Global wellness tourism market players are adopting various growth strategies in order to expand their market share worldwide which will also propel the global wellness tourism market till the end of the forecast period.

However, the recent COVID-19 pandemic outbreak has severely impacted the overall travel and tourism industry which, in turn, has negatively affected the market growth of wellness tourism. The ban on international as well as domestic flights coupled with the temporary shutdown of services such as spas and restaurants in order to reduce the spread of this novel virus has restricted the growth of the wellness tourism market.

Secondary wellness traveler accounts for substantial market share

By type of traveler, the secondary traveler segment accounted for a significant market share in 2019. A secondary traveler is the one who seeks to maintain wellness while taking trips for leisure or business. The primary wellness traveler, on the other hand, is the one whose trip is primarily motivated by wellness purposes. An increasing number of people suffering from anxiety and depression are taking trips specifically for wellness services including spa treatments and wellness activities.

Asia Pacific to witness the fastest regional market growth

Geographically, the global Wellness Tourism market has been segmented as North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific. Asia Pacific regional market for wellness tourism is poised to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The booming travel and tourism industry in countries like India, Thailand, and Malaysia is the major driver of the wellness tourism market in this region. The presence of global hotel and resort companies in this region along with the continued expansion of the hospitality industry is also contributing to the market growth of wellness tourism in this region.

Rising disposable incomes and shifting preference towards wellness activities in order to relax, especially among millennials, is also fuelling the growth of this regional market. Supportive government policies and measures to attract more and more international tourists will continue to spur the market growth of wellness tourism in Asia Pacific during the forecast period. For example, in 2016, a National Medical & Wellness Tourism Promotion Board was introduced in India to promote tourism focusing on wellbeing.

The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) collaborated with the Association of Malaysian Spas (AMSPA) in June 2019 to create favorable conditions for members to promote wellness tourism in Malaysia. North America holds a significant market share throughout the forecast period on account of high disposable incomes and living standards which supports the high demand for wellness services in the region. Growing concerns regarding anxiety, depression, and obesity is encouraging North American customers to opt for different wellness services, thus positively impacting the overall regional market growth.

Recent Developments:

October 2019: Beauty and wellness firm VLCC Group entered into a strategic partnership with Minor International which owns 523 popular hotel and resort chains under brands such as St. Regis, and Marriott Hotels & Resorts among others.
May 2019: London-based investment firm Centricus acquired the Capri Palace Hotel & Spa.
February 2019: InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) announced the acquisition of one of the world’s leading operators of luxury hotels, resorts, and spas, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, for $300 million from Pegasus Capital Advisors.
July 2018: Malaysia-based Evolution Wellness Holdings acquired the integrated wellness resort brand- Fiveelements Pte. Ltd- to its portfolio.
May 2018: Accor Hotels Acquired Mantra Group to expand its business in the hospitality industry, especially in Asia Pacific region.
February 2018: Tavistock Development Company partnered with Signet LLC to create innovative wellness performance and medically integrated fitness facility in Lake Nona, Orlando. The facility aims to provide a wide range of health and wellbeing programs and services for the entire community.

Competitive Insights

Prominent key market players in the global wellness tourism market include Four Seasons Hotels Limited, PRAVASSA, Canyon Ranch, Rancho La Puerta Inc., Accor, Hyatt Corporation, Red Carnation Hotels, InterContinental Hotels Group, and Hilton. These companies hold a noteworthy share in the market on account of their good brand image and product offerings. Major players in the global wellness tourism market have been covered along with their relative competitive position and strategies. The report also mentions recent deals and investments of different market players over the last two years.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction
1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Market Segmentation

2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research Data
2.2. Assumptions

3. Executive Summary
3.1. Research Highlights

4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Market Drivers
4.2. Market Restraints
4.3. Porters Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.3.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry
4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. Global Wellness Tourism Market Analysis, By Type of Traveler
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Primary Wellness Traveler
5.3. Secondary Wellness Traveler

6. Global Wellness Tourism Market Analysis, By Location
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Domestic
6.3. International

7. Global Wellness Tourism Market Analysis, By Service
7.1. Introduction
7.2. Lodging
7.3. In-Country Transport
7.4. Food & Beverage
7.5. Shopping
7.6. Others

8. Global Wellness Tourism Market Analysis, By Mode of Booking
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Online
8.3. Offline

9. Global Wellness Tourism Market Analysis, By Geography
9.1. Introduction
9.2. North America
9.2.1. North America Wellness Tourism Market, By Location
9.2.2. North America Wellness Tourism Market, By Service
9.2.3. North America Wellness Tourism Market, By Mode of Booking
9.2.4. By Country
9.2.4.1. USA
9.2.4.2. Canada
9.2.4.3. Mexico
9.3. South America
9.3.1. South America Wellness Tourism Market, By Location
9.3.2. South America Wellness Tourism Market, By Service
9.3.3. South America Wellness Tourism Market, By Mode of Booking
9.3.4. By Country
9.3.4.1. Brazil
9.3.4.2. Argentina
9.3.4.3. Others
9.4. Europe
9.4.1. Europe Wellness Tourism Market, By Location
9.4.2. Europe Wellness Tourism Market, By Service
9.4.3. Europe Wellness Tourism Market, By Mode of Booking
9.4.4. By Country
9.4.4.1. UK
9.4.4.2. Germany
9.4.4.3. France
9.4.4.4. Spain
9.4.4.5. Italy
9.4.4.6. Others
9.5. Middle East and Africa
9.5.1. Middle East and Africa Wellness Tourism Market, By Location
9.5.2. Middle East and Africa Wellness Tourism Market, By Service
9.5.3. Middle East and Africa Wellness Tourism Market, By Mode of Booking
9.5.4. By Country
9.5.4.1. Saudi Arabia
9.5.4.2. UAE
9.5.4.3. Israel
9.5.4.4. Others
9.6. Asia Pacific
9.6.1. Asia Pacific Wellness Tourism Market, By Location
9.6.2. Asia Pacific Wellness Tourism Market, By Service
9.6.3. Asia Pacific Wellness Tourism Market, By Mode of Booking
9.6.4. By Country
9.6.4.1. China
9.6.4.2. Japan
9.6.4.3. South Korea
9.6.4.4. India
9.6.4.5. Australia
9.6.4.6. Malaysia
9.6.4.7. Thailand
9.6.4.8. Others

10. Competitive Environment and Analysis
10.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis
10.2. Emerging Players and Market Lucrativeness
10.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations
10.4. Vendor Competitiveness Matrix

11. Company Profiles
11.1. Four Seasons Hotels Limited
11.2. PRAVASSA
11.3. Canyon Ranch
11.4. Rancho La Puerta Inc.
11.5. Accor
11.6. Hyatt Corporation
11.7. Red Carnation Hotels
11.8. InterContinental Hotels Group
11.9. Hilton

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Seeing Machines anuncia la próxima generación de Embedded Product Strategy

-Seeing Machines anuncia la próxima generación de Embedded Product Strategy para el mercado DMS de automóviles

CANBERRA, Australia, 2 de septiembre de 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Seeing Machines, la empresa de tecnología de visión artificial avanzada que diseña sistemas de control de operadores impulsados por IA para mejorar la seguridad del transporte, se complace en anunciar su próxima generación de ‘Embedded Product Strategy’ para el mercado del automóvil.

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-Seeing Machines anuncia la próxima generación de Embedded Product Strategy para el mercado DMS de automóviles

Lo más destacado

La nueva estrategia de «tres pilares» se dirige a la rápida expansión del mercado de control interior basado en cámaras:
– Primer pilar: FOVIO Chip, recientemente avanzado con la introducción de Seeing Machines’ Occula^TM Neural Processing Unit
– Segundo pilar: Una vía de integración de baja fricción en cualquier punto de integración del vehículo, incluidos espejos inteligentes, cuadros de instrumentos, ECU de infoentretenimiento o sistemas de procesamiento ADAS centralizados
– Tercer pilar: Occula^TM ya está disponible para licencia, en forma ASIC, a empresas de semiconductores líderes en el mundo para la integración con cualquier plataforma de computación automóvil.

Al representar un cambio en la entrega de la tecnología del Sistema de Control del Conductor (DMS, por sus siglas en inglés) a proveedores y fabricantes de equipamiento original de nivel 1 del automóvil, Seeing Machines ha dado a conocer una estrategia ampliada y una cartera de productos que incorpora su tecnología de canalización de procesamiento integrada de próxima generación. La oferta mejorada de «tres pilares» se dirige al mercado de control interior basado en cámaras en rápida expansión, ampliando los beneficios de coste, escalabilidad e integración para los fabricantes de automóviles, así como la seguridad y la comodidad para sus clientes.

Seeing Machines sigue creciendo como líder del mercado de automóviles en tecnología DMS, ahora con seis fabricantes de equipos originales en todo el mundo, a través de nueve programas en curso en una amplia gama de modelos de vehículos. El Seeing Machines FOVIO Chip (entregado en asociación con Xilinx) sigue siendo la solución de mercado de mayor rendimiento y menor coste para la integración independiente de vehículos DMS y ahora representa casi un tercio del negocio reservado de Seeing Machines, y se prevé que crezca aproximadamente la mitad en respuesta a los requisitos de Euro NCAP.

Los fabricantes de equipamiento original de hoy en día se enfrentan a un laberinto de opciones de integración de electrónica, software y sensores para sistemas de control interior. Junto con la dinámica del mercado, como la regulación y los requisitos de Euro NCAP para la seguridad (que ahora están impulsando una rápida adopción y penetración masiva del mercado), la Estrategia de Producto Integrado ha sido diseñada para apoyar una amplia gama de desafíos comunes de integración, costes y rendimiento de seguridad, con la flexibilidad para apoyar lo inesperado.

El primer pilar de la estrategia de Seeing Machines sigue siendo FOVIO Chip. Sin embargo, el rendimiento del dispositivo se ha mejorado recientemente con la introducción de Seeing Machines’ Occula^TM Neural Processing Unit («Occula^TM«):

Occula^TM es un diseño de procesamiento personalizado que acelera el enfoque algorítmico único de Seeing Machines para el problema de la detección y el seguimiento humano, colocando la tecnología de la Compañía en el «borde profundo»
Occula^TM ofrece un avance en la utilización del silicio al ejecutar los algoritmos de control de controladores altamente maduros de Seeing Machines, reduciendo la carga computacional del chip FOVIO en más de un 50%, al tiempo que ofrece la misma funcionalidad y rendimiento de la señal
Occula^TM añade las capacidades de aceleración de propósito general necesarias para futuras necesidades de visión artificial basadas en IA. Los clientes de Seeing Machines también estarán encantados de saber que, dado que el chip FOVIO utiliza la tecnología FPGA, Occula^TM es una oferta totalmente actualizable en el campo
Occula^TM da paso a nuevas funciones de control de conductores e interiores en los chips FOVIO existentes, ampliando aún más la característica, el rendimiento y el liderazgo de costes de Seeing Machines.

El segundo pilar de la estrategia de productos integrados ofrece una vía de integración de baja fricción para la tecnología de control interior y conductor de la Compañía en cualquier punto de integración del vehículo, incluidos espejos inteligentes, cuadros de instrumentos, ECU de infoentretenimiento o sistemas de procesamiento ADAS centralizados:

Esta vía se habilita de manera eficiente a través de la introducción del motor de control del conductor integrado (e-DME) de Seeing Machines. El e-DME es la pila de algoritmos de control de conductores central de la compañía que soporta opciones de computación aceleradas y no aceleradas, en una amplia gama de plataformas informáticas automotrices populares
El e-DME incluye versiones que están profundamente optimizadas e integradas para plataformas SoC automotrices clave, aprovechando las diferentes arquitecturas de aceleración de visión de IA de última generación en esos dispositivos.

Como tercer pilar estratégico, Occula^TM ahora está disponible para licencia, en forma ASIC, a empresas de semiconductores líderes en el mundo para su integración con cualquier plataforma de computación automotriz que se beneficiaría de controlador líder mundial, altamente optimizado, controlador de «borde profundo» y / o control interior.

Paul McGlone, consejero delegado de Seeing Machines comentó: «Es un momento emocionante en la industria automotriz y estoy encantado de anunciar nuestra estrategia de tecnología detallada, que ha sido construida para apoyar de cerca a los fabricantes de equipos originales a medida que diseñan automóviles para cumplir con los estándares de seguridad de montaje y ofrecer características de conveniencia para sus clientes.

«Seeing Machines ha estado liderando este mercado durante muchos años y nuestro enfoque de tres pilares no es un accidente. Hemos aprovechado los años de experiencia de nuestros equipos, el profundo conocimiento de los requisitos de la industria y las estrechas relaciones con los clientes para apoyar los muchos y variados requisitos para la integración de DMS en los automóviles a medida que la demanda continúa acelerándose en todo el mundo.»

Consultas de medios: Seeing Machines – Sophie Nicoll, +61 419 149 683, sophie.nicoll@seeingmachines.com

Acerca de Seeing Machines (LSE: SEE)

Seeing Machines Ltd., es un líder de la industria en tecnología de control basada en la visión que permite a las máquinas ver, entender y ayudar a las personas. La cartera tecnológica de algoritmos de IA de Seeing Machines, procesamiento integrado y óptica, productos de potencia que necesitan ofrecer una comprensión fiable en tiempo real de los operadores de vehículos. La tecnología abarca la medición crítica de dónde está mirando un conductor, a través de la clasificación de su estado cognitivo, ya que se aplica al riesgo de accidente. La medición fiable del «estado del conductor» es el objetivo final de la tecnología Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS). Seeing Machines desarrolla tecnología DMS para seguridad para automoción, flota comercial, todoterreno y aviación.

Fundada en 2000 y con sede en Australia, la Compañía tiene oficinas en Australia, Estados Unidos, Europa y Asia, y suministra soluciones y servicios tecnológicos a los líderes de la industria en cada mercado vertical. www.seeingmachines.com

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Marshawn Lynch Makes His Move Into The World Of Sports Betting

OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The man who made Beast Quake and the phrase «I’m just here so I won’t get fined» part of the sports lexicon is bringing the power of BeastModeⓇ to SportsBettingDime.com. The free sports betting news and information hub today announced a content partnership with Marshawn Lynch – the former All-Pro running back who is known for his outsized personality off the field nearly as much as his 10,413 rushing yards and 85 career touchdowns.

The content partnership marks the first in the rapidly growing sports betting landscape for Lynch’s video production company, Beastmode Productions, LLC. It will highlight SportsBettingDime’s betting tools, analysis, and advice with BeastMode’s signature spin as the site’s oddsmakers and betting experts set the lines for Lynch to take on some unorthodox challenges in a variety of different sports.

The first video in the series is available at Twitter.com/SBD

«I’m hella excited to tap into the sports betting world with SportsBettingDime.com,» said Lynch. «These cats got crazy knowledge and are a dope team, that’s making major moves in sports betting. I’m appreciative that they’ve asked yo’boy to help launch this new campaign.»

«When Marshawn speaks, people definitely listen,» said Austin Nunn, director of marketing for SportsBettingDime.com. «Marshawn has his own way of capturing people’s attention, and we are beyond excited to partner with him and BeastMode to introduce sports fans to our unique betting tools and extensive content library available.»

The campaign will appear on multiple social media platforms throughout the season, beginning today. Follow along on Twitter (@SBD) as Marshawn (@MoneyLynch) rolls out this unique partnership including contests and giveaways throughout the partnership.

SportsBettingDime.com provides everything fans need to bet on their favorite sports with confidence. It’s the go-to site for real-time odds, matchup analysis, and betting advice that makes sports betting more accessible for the everyday fan and more profitable for the most seasoned bettors. Find comprehensive reviews of top legal sportsbooks, hundreds of betting strategy guides, and data-driven tools that make it easy to identify the biggest money makers and best bets. Follow along on Twitter (@SBD) and Instagram (@SportsBettingDime) or learn more at SportsBettingDime.com.

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World Food Travel Association Supports the UN’s Global Tourism Plastics Initiative

LONDON, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today the World Food Travel Association (WFTA) announced that it has become a signatory of the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative, a project led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).

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The Global Tourism Plastics Initiative (GTPI) unites the tourism sector behind a common vision to address the root causes of plastic pollution. It enables businesses, governments, associations and NGOs to take concerted action, leading by example in the shift towards how we use and dispose of plastics.

«As a signatory of the initiative, we endorse the common vision to address the root causes of plastic pollution in tourism,» said WFTA Executive Director Erik Wolf. «We commit to eliminate the plastic items we don’t need, and innovate so all plastics we do need are designed to be safely reused, recycled, or composted. We are pleased to endorse this initiative as further evidence of our commitment to reduce the food and beverage packaging waste generated by our industry.»

The GTPI requires tourism organisations to make a set of concrete and actionable commitments by 2025. These include:

Eliminate problematic or unnecessary plastic packaging and items by 2025;
Take action to move from single-use to reusable models or reusable alternatives by 2025;
Engage the value chain to move towards 100% of plastic packaging to be reusable, recyclable, or compostable choices;
Take action to increase the amount of recycled content across all plastic packaging and items used
Commit to collaborate and invest to increase the recycling and composting rates for plastics
Report publicly and annually on progress made towards these targets.

Learn more about the UN’s Global Plastics Tourism Initiative here.

ABOUT THE WORLD FOOD TRAVEL ASSOCIATION (WFTA)
The WFTA is a non-profit organisation that was founded in 2001 by its current executive director Erik Wolf. It is recognised as the world’s leading authority on food/ culinary/ gastronomy tourism. The WFTA’s mission is to preserve and promote culinary cultures through hospitality and travel. Every year, the organisation serves almost 200,000 professionals in 150+ countries. For more information, visit www.WorldFoodTravel.org.

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InventHelp Inventor Presents an Improved Motorbike Rack (SKC-607)

PITTSBURGH, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — An inventor from Maple Lake, Minn., wanted to fulfill the need for a removable motorcycle carrier/hauler for pickup truck bed use that does not require permanent installation.

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The patent-pending BIKE INSERT RACK is easy to use and functional. It promotes bike protection and safety. It is easily transferable from vehicle to vehicle. Additionally, maneuvering the unit would be simple, which would be especially helpful to older persons or those with limited physical abilities. Furthermore, it is advantageous for rental truck/trailer companies, motorcycle owners, motorbike enthusiasts and cycle dealership personnel. A prototype is available.

«I am 72 years old and I cannot easily lift a motorbike into a truck or trailer for transport. My invention facilitates this process and makes it easy enough for anyone to use,» said the inventor.

The original design was submitted to the National Sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 19-SKC-607. InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp’s Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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TravelStore renews with Sabre to support business growth amid the travel industry’s recovery

SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, and TravelStore, Inc., the largest independent travel management company in California, have extended their long-standing relationship and signed a new multi-year agreement, allowing TravelStore to continue accessing the comprehensive travel content within the Sabre GDS to shop, book and manage travel for customers. Additionally, TravelStore also benefits from Sabre Red 360, designed to help agents offer a greater experience and more personalization to travelers.

Founded in 1975, TravelStore is employee owned and an award-winning travel industry leader for business travel management services and luxury vacations. Travel Store offers a full complement of travel management services to both businesses and leisure travelers across the country and around the world.

«TravelStore has enjoyed more than 40 years of success with Sabre as our technology partner, helping us meet our company goals of providing the greatest choice and personalization when booking travel,» said Brian Crawford, chief operating officer of TravelStore. «We have decided to continue our decades long partnership given their technology superiority, balanced approach to airline relationships, forward thinking on evolving business models and best in class account management.»

As part of its unique culture, TravelStore is committed to providing best in class customer service to discerning travelers who appreciate the value of global connections. TravelStore partnered with Sabre to utilize its virtual payment solutions to help clients easily manage their hotel bookings by removing the stress from travelers who would normally need to pay for hotel bookings directly then seek reimbursement.

«We are thrilled to continue partnering with TravelStore and providing them with a balanced Sabre marketplace that includes the robust content that their travelers demand,» said Roshan Mendis, chief commercial officer of Sabre Travel Solutions. «Sabre is deeply committed to delivering the content, reach and solutions that travel management companies like TravelStore need for their travelers.»

About TravelStore
Established in 1975, employee-owned TravelStore is one of the nation’s top travel agencies. Headquartered in Los Angeles with several branch locations throughout California specializing in both business travel management and leisure travel services. TravelStore is a multiple time recipient of «The Best Places To Work» award by both Los Angeles Business Journal and Sacramento Business Journal.

TravelStore is a BCD Travel Affiliate offering a full array of business travel management services with a focus on customer service including dedicated account management, advanced technology solutions, automated quality control, custom reporting and exclusive negotiated rate programs. TravelStore is also a member of Signature Travel Network and specializes in luxury cruises, tours and custom vacation packages. For more information visit TravelStore.com or call 800-343-9779.

About Sabre Corporation
Sabre Corporation is a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, serving a wide range of travel companies including airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other suppliers. The company provides retailing, distribution and fulfilment solutions that help its customers operate more efficiently, drive revenue and offer personalized traveller experiences. Through its leading travel marketplace, Sabre connects travel suppliers with buyers from around the globe. Sabre’s technology platform manages more than $260B worth of global travel spend annually. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the world. For more information visit www.sabre.com.

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TravelStore renews with Sabre to support business growth amid the travel industry’s recovery

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Connecticut Announces Fall Foliage Forecast and Seasonal Experiences

HARTFORD, Conn., Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — With the longest fall foliage season in New England, and one of the most colorful in the world, Connecticut is poised to provide an unbeatable backdrop for months of seasonal fun—closer to home. From scenic drives through rolling hills and outdoor adventures by land or sea, to culinary delights on the farm and overnight getaways and camping, Connecticut provides a convenient fall getaway destination filled with both beloved and brand-new autumn experiences and events emphasizing safety at every turn. To learn more about responsible fall fun in Connecticut, visit: www.CTvisit.com.

Fall Foliage Forecast
Due to dry conditions this summer, Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is predicting leaf peepers will get to enjoy colors sooner—and for a longer period of time this year. «Current conditions are setting the stage for an earlier start to the fall foliage season, with ‘peak color’ happening not all at once, but lasting several weeks in parts of the state,» said Chris Martin, Connecticut State Forester. «Only a few regions of the world have seasonal displays of color like New England—and Connecticut offers some of the most diverse tree species in the region, which means a wider array of colors—yellow, bronze, orange, red and purple—for all to enjoy longer.»

Follow DEEP’s week-by-week Foliage Finder to learn more.

Seasonal Experiences
Fall is prime time to get out and explore Connecticut safely. Here are just a few ways to enjoy the season:

Book an overnight getaway. Reserve a room with a foliage view at Connecticut inns and B&Bs, including Manor House Inn in Norfolk, Wallingford Victorian Inn in Wallingford and Stonecroft Country Inn in Ledyard. Or, opt for a luxury resort cottage among the trees at Winvian Farm in Morris.
Take a road trip. While there are countless scenic drives across the state, these seven loops offer some of the finest leaf peeping, hiking, shopping, dining and lodging options nearby. Take the Litchfield Hills loop, which includes historic Route 7, or the «Quiet Corner» loop, featuring Route 169.
Hit the trails. With hundreds of miles of trails, hiking at a Connecticut park, forest or preserve is a must-do every fall. These 10 trails are well known for their views, but there are many lesser-known places to explore, too, including Mianus River State Park in Stamford and Mashomoquet Brook State Park in Pomfret.
Visit the farm. Picking apples and pumpkins is an autumn tradition, but Connecticut’s orchards and farm wineries, breweries and cideries also offer activities for the whole family, from hayrides and corn mazes to tastings and live music. Ellsworth Hill Orchard & Berry Farm in Sharon, for example, features a 3.5-acre corn maze and vintage train display.
Leaf peep in new places. Hiking isn’t the only way to enjoy fall foliage in Connecticut—biking, boating, paddling and zipping can offer brand new perspectives. Try the new Rail-Bike Adventures in Haddam or Mystic Boat Adventures in Mystic. Or, dine with a view at Millwright’s in Simsbury.
Experience open air art. Plan a fall outing around new, open-air art exhibits across Connecticut, including the New Canaan Sculpture Trail, Hartford’s «Sculpture in the City» and Putnam’s «A Sculpture Affair.»
Explore a new town. Connecticut’s 169 towns all have something unique to offer, and some are particularly charming in the fall, with scenic lookouts, dining options and lodging. Here are a few to add to your list. Don’t miss Mansfield and Barkhamsted, home to two of the state’s drive-in movie theaters.
Save the date. Live events and Halloween-themed fun are great additions to any fall must-do list. Visit South Farms in Morris, a brand-new outdoor venue for socially distant events, featuring live concerts and comedy shows. Other upcoming events include Seaside Shadows’ Haunted History Tours and Connecticut Trolley Museum’s «Rails to the Darkside» in East Windsor.

Learn more about the steps Connecticut hotels, restaurants and attractions are taking to keep guests safe.

«Connecticut offers the quintessential fall getaway experience—without all the travel time,» said Randy Fiveash, director, Connecticut Office of Tourism. «State residents and visitors can plan the perfect day, weekend or week-long fall trip to Connecticut knowing that hotels, restaurants, attractions, parks and other destinations statewide are following strict safety protocols. At the same time, we ask that anyone traveling in Connecticut adhere to the current rules and guidance in order to keep themselves, and all of us, safe,» Fiveash said.

The latest information on Connecticut’s COVID-19 response, including guidance on face coverings and social distancing, as well as details about the state’s travel advisory, is available at www.ct.gov/Coronavirus.

For more information about safe fall fun in Connecticut, visit www.CTvisit.com and join the social media community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.

About the Connecticut Office of Tourism
The Connecticut Office of Tourism, a division of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD), is dedicated to enhancing the economic growth of Connecticut’s tourism industry. Together with its many state and industry partners, the Office of Tourism works to bolster the state’s reputation as a destination that offers a diverse mix of activities and attractions, all in close proximity to each other—from the exciting and relaxing to the historic and innovative to the culture and nature-focused. For more information, visit www.CTvisit.com.

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Collins Aerospace eliminates the need for touching airport kiosks with new mobile phone check-in and baggage drop offering

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Collins Aerospace Systems, a Raytheon Technologies business (NYSE: RTX), is eliminating the need to physically touch kiosk screens during airport check-in and baggage drops. The company’s new Kiosk Connect solution provides the first full, end-to-end, contactless airport journey — a high demand as passengers return to travel.

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By simply scanning a QR code with their mobile device, passengers can quickly connect to a common use kiosk using either the airport’s public Wi-Fi or the kiosk’s built-in Wi-Fi, with no requirement to download any apps. From there, users complete the check-in process on their phones and produce boarding passes and bag tags without ever touching the kiosk screen.

«When combined with our secure biometric solutions and self-service airport products, this new feature enables travelers to experience a contactless airport journey all the way from check-in to boarding,» said LeAnn Ridgeway, vice president and general manager, Information Management Services for Collins Aerospace. «As we work to help the aviation industry rebuild passenger confidence in flying, it’s incredibly important to us to provide solutions to improve safety and which are easy to use.»

Collins Aerospace’s ARINC SelfPass™ system is able to complete a passenger’s contactless journey through the use of a single token ID driven by secure biometrics. SelfPass can be applied to multiple points in the process, including check-in, immigration and security, lounge access and boarding. Each step can be completed in a matter of seconds with no need to present traditional boarding and identification documents. Air travelers simply step up to the camera for a facial match against the biometrics database then proceed.

About Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace Systems, a unit of Raytheon Technologies Corp. (NYSE: RTX), is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018 by bringing together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell Collins, Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. For more information, visit CollinsAerospace.com.

About Raytheon Technologies Corporation

Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. With 195,000 employees and four industry-leading businesses ― Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon Intelligence & Space and Raytheon Missiles & Defense ― the company delivers solutions that push the boundaries in avionics, cybersecurity, directed energy, electric propulsion, hypersonics, and quantum physics. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.

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Blue Shield of California and mySidewalk Unveil Innovative «Neighborhood Health Dashboard» To Help Improve Community Health Across the State

OAKLAND, California, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Blue Shield of California today announced its new «Neighborhood Health Dashboard,» an online tool that will advance public health services, and increase transparency…

The Neighborhood Health Dashboard uses data intelligence from dozens of sources to create a comprehensive picture of a community’s health including: health outcomes, preventative health care, utilization and access, health behaviors, social risk factors, and environment and economic health conditions.

The innovative online tool is available free to the public. The goal is to provide support to organizations and individuals such as community organizations, health advocates, hospitals, physicians, public health officials and policymakers to better understand the health of their neighborhoods and address the needs within their communities. The tool was developed in collaboration with mySidewalk and initially made available to Blue Shield’s Community Health Advocates, including those serving in the L.A. Care Health Plan/Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan Community Resource Center.

«Community health needs assessments are important tools in helping to align disparate organizations in a common strategy to improve the health of the community and address health disparities,» said Peter Long, senior vice president of Healthcare and Community Health Transformation at Blue Shield of California. «By making the data publicly available, anyone can gain a deeper understanding of the unmet social needs in their community and serve the population with increased knowledge about issues that have an impact on people’s health and wellbeing.»

A user can simply enter an address or zip code to generate an interactive, Web-based dashboard that is customized to a zip code level with a unique URL that can be shared with others. The tool includes nearly 100 data indicators that capture a holistic view of a community’s health to help inform advocacy and action for improvement.

«We are proud to work with Blue Shield of California to provide this opportunity to democratize data and align our vision for improving community health across the state,» said Sarah Martin, vice president of Health Solutions for mySidewalk. «Our mission is to empower city leaders and the public with the most complete, clear and real-time understanding of their communities so they can improve and innovate together.»

Most recently, the platform was used to produce California’s Vulnerability Index, which focuses on social and economic vulnerability of communities to start conversations about equitably prioritizing the allocation of resources for COVID-19 recovery efforts. In addition to the health impact of the pandemic on different communities, the report also considers which areas are likely to have a more difficult time recovering from the coronavirus-related shutdowns, job reductions and layoffs.

«The Neighborhood Health Dashboard is a critical resource that will help Community Health Centers in California identify community health needs and align programming and resources accordingly,» said Mike Witte, chief medical officer, California Primary Care Association. «Ultimately, patients and providers of Community Health Centers will benefit when our members and communities are able to collectively work to identify opportunities to improve individual and community level health.»

The Neighborhood Health Dashboard is the latest example of Blue Shield of California’s Health Reimagined initiative. The collaboration with mySidewalk seeks to transform the healthcare system for individuals, families and communities by sharing important information with all Californians to identify local drivers of health inequities that result from historical and systemic injustices including racism, bias, and discrimination.

About Blue Shield of California
Blue Shield of California strives to create a healthcare system worthy of its family and friends that is sustainably affordable. Blue Shield of California is a tax paying, nonprofit, independent member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association with over four million members, 6,800 employees and more than $20 billion in annual revenue. Founded in 1939 in San Francisco and now headquartered in Oakland, Blue Shield of California and its affiliates provide health, dental, vision, Medicaid and Medicare healthcare service plans in California. The company has contributed more than $500 million to Blue Shield of California Foundation since 2002 to have an impact on California communities.

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About mySidewalk
mySidewalk is a technology company on a mission to democratize data. mySidewalk equips community change-makers with tools to help them advance equitable programs and policies. With an extensive data library and mobile-friendly, ADA-accessible publishing platform, mySidewalk creates place-based analytics built on data, design, and expertise. mySidewalk works with hundreds of public, private, and nonprofit clients across the country to break down barriers to knowledge, and inspire change.

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