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See the Northern Lights on Every Princess Cruise to Alaska in 2024

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The dreamlike images of green and purple lights swirling in the northern sky, known as the Aurora Borealis or "Northern Lights," is an unforgettable spectacle, and something all guests sailing this summer with Princess Cruises to Alaska is guaranteed to see.

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  • Leveraging local ingredients, embark on a taste journey throughout the rugged wilderness of Alaska with signature crafted cocktails, mocktails and appetizers.
  • Nestled in the heart of the Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge, Princess' Alaska tea experience invites guests to step into a world of sophistication and culinary delights.
  • For those seeking a more hands-on connection with nature, the naturalist program at the Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge, Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge and Mt.
  • New for 2024 are convenient, seven-day Inside Passage itineraries, many including Glacier Bay National Park, round-trip from Vancouver on Ruby Princess.

WHAT'S NEW AT GRANDE LAKES ORLANDO IN 2024

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grande Lakes Orlando, the 500-acre luxury Florida resort in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades anchored by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, is bringing a slate of new experiences for guests to experience in 2024 for the ultimate vacation in Orlando. Through innovative new events and programming, curated partnerships, enhancements to award-winning amenities and sustainably-minded culinary offerings, Grande Lakes Orlando will continue to serve as a leading Orlando resort and vacation destination this year. Travelers are encouraged to take advantage of the resort's popular overnight packages available all year for an ideal Florida vacation getaway, including the "Grande Escape Package," which provides a $50 daily resort credit and complimentary parking and the "Family Escape Package," which includes connecting rooms for large families and complimentary parking.

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  • The award-winning resort will offer innovative partnerships, unique programming, and world-class amenities in the year ahead
    ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grande Lakes Orlando , the 500-acre luxury Florida resort in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades anchored by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, is bringing a slate of new experiences for guests to experience in 2024 for the ultimate vacation in Orlando.
  • Through innovative new events and programming, curated partnerships, enhancements to award-winning amenities and sustainably-minded culinary offerings, Grande Lakes Orlando will continue to serve as a leading Orlando resort and vacation destination this year.
  • Grande Lakes Orlando encourages guests to take advantage of its recently introduced partnerships across the sprawling property, including the Fifth Avenue Club at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando in partnership with Saks Fifth Avenue.
  • For more information about Grande Lakes Orlando and to book a stay at one of its two hotels, please visit www.grandelakes.com .

Spectra Logic Extends Object-Based Tape Tier to NetApp StorageGRID

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Spectra® On-Prem Glacier is a modern object-based tape solution that provides performant, cost-effective backup and archive storage using standard Amazon S3 and Amazon S3 Glacier APIs.

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  • Spectra® On-Prem Glacier is a modern object-based tape solution that provides performant, cost-effective backup and archive storage using standard Amazon S3 and Amazon S3 Glacier APIs.
  • Native support for Amazon S3 protocols in NetApp StorageGRID allows Spectra On-Prem Glacier storage to be seamlessly inserted into existing workflows.
  • "The Spectra On-Prem Glacier solution provides NetApp StorageGRID customers with the ability to add a Glacier tier configured with object-based tape to extend the capacity and reduce the costs of their long-term on-prem object storage," said Vishnu Vardhan, Director of Product Management for Object Storage at NetApp.
  • Spectra Logic is delivering an innovative on-premises solution to manage and optimize storage for long-term data retention,” said Chris Bukowski, Senior Manager, Product Marketing, Spectra Logic.

Princess Cruises Salutes 65th Anniversary of Alaska Statehood as Leading Cruise Line Readies for Another Record-Breaking Season in 2024

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, a name synonymous with elegance, adventure, and world-class hospitality, proudly celebrates Alaska today on the momentous occasion of its 65th anniversary of statehood. As the leader in Alaska vacations, Princess Cruises has been a part of Alaska's incredible journey, showcasing its natural beauty and cultural richness to millions of travelers from around the globe.

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  • FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, a name synonymous with elegance, adventure, and world-class hospitality, proudly celebrates Alaska today on the momentous occasion of its 65th anniversary of statehood.
  • Like the 49th state, Princess will celebrate its own milestone anniversary in 2024, marking the 55th year of sailing guests to Alaska.
  • The 2024 season runs May-June, and this year, Princess Cruises will again offer more choices than any other cruise line with seven beautiful cruise ships and five scenic Wilderness Lodges covering every part of Alaska.
  • New for 2024 are convenient, seven-day Inside Passage itineraries, many including Glacier Bay National Park, round-trip from Vancouver on Ruby Princess.

Introducing Hockey Cares: Supporting Those in Need from the Delaware Valley Amateur Hockey Community

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hockey Cares Foundation, a Pennsylvania-qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has launched Hockey Cares to support current and former ice hockey players and their families in the Delaware Valley amateur hockey community.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hockey Cares Foundation, a Pennsylvania-qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has launched Hockey Cares to support current and former ice hockey players and their families in the Delaware Valley amateur hockey community.
  • "Hockey Cares aims to ensure that no member of our hockey family faces financial hardships alone during their most challenging times."
  • Jacobs, a former Malvern Prep hockey player, brings market research and coaching expertise to the board, along with over 30 years of hockey involvement in the Delaware Valley.
  • For more information about Hockey Cares or to support its mission, visit the Hockey Cares website.

Princess Unveils 2024 Wave Sale Offering Up to 40% Off Cruise Fares, Free Room Upgrades, Plus 3rd and 4th Guests Sail for FREE

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises revealed offers on tap for the 2024 Wave Season, including savings of up to 40% off cruise fares, complimentary room upgrades, plus third and fourth guests' sail for free.

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  • The 2024 Wave Sale, available now, offers the following perks on select 2024, 2025 and 2026 sailings:
    Up to 40% off cruise fares on voyages all over the globe.
  • Third and fourth guests sail free when booked in the same stateroom as first and second guests.
  • "The great savings available with our exclusive 2024 Princess Wave Sale, makes this the perfect time for guests to choose the Princess cruise and accommodations with the premium vacation experience unlike any other.
  • The 2024 Wave Sale runs from 12 am PT on December 13, 2023 through 11:59 pm PT on February 29, 2024.

Princess Cruises Exclusive: New Katmai National Park Cruisetour on Sale Now for 2024 Alaska Season

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Solidifying its position as the leader in Alaska vacations, Princess Cruises today announced a new and exclusive Katmai National Park Cruisetour for the 2024 season, that promises a deeper and more up-close encounter with the awe-inspiring wildlife of Alaska.

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  • SANTA CLARITA, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Solidifying its position as the leader in Alaska vacations, Princess Cruises today announced a new and exclusive Katmai National Park Cruisetour for the 2024 season, that promises a deeper and more up-close encounter with the awe-inspiring wildlife of Alaska.
  • On sale now, the 9-day Katmai National Park Cruisetour includes two nights in Anchorage, where guests have the chance to embark on an intimate bear-watching experience at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park.
  • Katmai National Park Cruisetours start at $2,429 per person and combines a seven-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise with two hotel nights in Anchorage, flights to and from Katmai National Park and all transfers.
  • Also new for 2024, the previously announced National Parks Cruisetour debuts with a 15-night adventure to five of Alaska's most breathtaking parks.

Orea Terminates Acquisition of Additional Interest in Montagne d'Or Project

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Orea Mining Corp. ("Orea") (TSX: OREA) (OTCQB: OREAF) (FSE: 3CG) reports that the Canadian government has not provided a decision concerning Orea's amended purchase agreement to acquire Nord Gold plc's ("Nordgold") 55.01% interest in the 5-million-ounce Montagne d'Or gold mine development project* (the "Acquisition").

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Orea Mining Corp. ("Orea") (TSX: OREA) (OTCQB: OREAF) (FSE: 3CG) reports that the Canadian government has not provided a decision concerning Orea's amended purchase agreement to acquire Nord Gold plc's ("Nordgold") 55.01% interest in the 5-million-ounce Montagne d'Or gold mine development project* (the "Acquisition").
  • Orea and its legal team are not aware of any transactions obtaining approval by the Canadian government related to persons sanctioned under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations, and considers it unlikely that the Acquisition will receive approval soon, or ever, therefore the Acquisition has been terminated.
  • Orea's board is considering all available options to protect and advance its 44.99% interest in Montagne d'Or.
  • The Amended Agreement also stipulated that the payment would not be due or payable at all under certain conditions.

Majestic Princess Wins Good Housekeeping 2024 Family Travel Award, Reinforcing Princess Cruises' Dominance in Alaska

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, the unrivaled leader in Alaskan adventures, has been selected as a Good Housekeeping 2024 Family Travel Awards winner for its Majestic Princess sailings to Alaska.

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  • Taking More Families to Alaska Than Any Other Line, Princess Delivers the Ultimate Family Summer Vacation
    FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, the unrivaled leader in Alaskan adventures, has been selected as a Good Housekeeping 2024 Family Travel Awards winner for its Majestic Princess sailings to Alaska.
  • The prestigious designation reinforces the Princess Cruises' prominence in crafting magical family summer vacations in the captivating wilderness of Alaska.
  • Good Housekeeping Institute experts spent eight months reviewing hundreds of submissions to find the best travel options for all types of families.
  • The 3,560-guest Majestic Princess is one of seven family-friendly Princess ships sailing to Alaska in 2024.

Elemental Excelerator to Fund 15 Climate Companies in 12th Cohort

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

HONOLULU and EAST PALO ALTO, Calif. , Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elemental Excelerator, a leading nonprofit investor in climate technology for deep community impact, introduced its latest cohort, bringing its total amount of investments to $79M. With this latest cohort, Elemental is infusing another $12.5M into climate solutions and will spearhead the development of 15 transformative technologies crucial for heating and cooling our homes, reimagining critical resource extraction, advancing carbon removal and transforming our food system. These 15 climate companies will join an existing portfolio of more than 150 investments.

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  • These 15 climate companies will join an existing portfolio of more than 150 investments.
  • Elemental is expanding its support for visionary entrepreneurs who are addressing climate challenges in innovative ways.
  • Of the $12.5M invested in Cohort 12, $7.2M is allocated to companies with traditionally excluded CEOs either by gender or race/ethnicity.
  • Elemental's 12th cohort focuses on a range of societal challenges, including sustainable urbanization, building decarbonization, electric vehicle charging, last-mile logistics, recycling optimization and regenerative food production.