GEGO GPS

The downed FAA system was just one of many unexpected crises that travelers experienced this year. Lost luggage was again, a huge problem for passengers caught in the airports while the airlines scrambled to handle the situation. 

Unfortunately, lost luggage has just become an all-too-common problem among travelers. Each year, nearly 28 million bags are lost in the airline industry and about 5 percent of those bags are never recovered. What's more, the number of bags lost at airports increases every year, particularly this past year with the chaos the airline industry experienced around the travel-heavy holiday period. 

To address these challenges, leading IoT company GEGO has created the only all-encompassing luggage tracking service on the market. Designed to be TSA compliant, GEGO's GPS trackers can be used all over the world and come with 24/7 customer support that will help locate bags in minutes. With so many airlines struggling to keep track of bags right now, GEGO's customer support hotline is crucial in giving travelers peace of mind and helping them to recover their items.

Unlike other Bluetooth trackers, GEGO has location history, SMS alerts upon arrival, optimized battery modes, and a 24/7 customer support hotline. The SIM card inside GEGO's trackers is provided by one of the largest telecom companies in the world and uses 2G-4G GSM coverage, allowing the tracker to be used from anywhere in the world. The tracker provides real-time location updates through the app and has unlimited global coverage with no roaming charges.

In addition, GEGO's luggage trackers can be used to track other valuable items in day-to-day life, help people find where they parked their car, and track the whereabouts of children and seniors.

"What really makes GEGO stand above the competition is our 24/7 customer service hotline, as it provides customers with a support system and a quick solution that, oftentimes, the airlines just cannot provide in times of crisis," said Yohanna Isis, head of marketing for Gego. "Now is the time to invest in a luggage tracker to give you some peace of mind during your next trip."

About 

GEGO is leading innovation in the IoT space as leaders in software-based RTLS (Real-Time Locating Systems) solutions, pioneers in Smart Luggage, and the market leader in luggage tracking hardware and software. GEGO's simple API/SDK architecture provides enterprises and travelers with scalable solutions for tracking the location of travel bags and other high-value assets. For more information visit https://www.gego.io.

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Logo for the Airline Passenger Experience Association

The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) demanded US government passenger compensation following the grounding of all U.S. flights for the first time since 9/11 for nearly three hours yesterday due to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) outage traced to a database failure. The technical failure caused over 10,000 flight delays and over 1300 flight cancelations with millions of passengers around the country affected and over $200 million of economic damage estimated by APEX.

APEX called upon U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg to hold the government to the same level of accountability that he had demanded from airlines the day prior to the FAA failure. On Tuesday, Secretary Buttigieg stated on Twitter, "We will enforce their responsibility to refund flight tickets and reimburse for alternate & ground transport, baggage costs, meals and hotels."  With a program for similar government accountability for flight delays, funds could be reimbursed to customers from the billions of tax dollars charged to passengers.

"The US government needs to rise to the same level of accountability to passengers as the airlines that have been paying hundreds of millions of dollars to protect customers for non-weather-related delays and cancellations," APEX CEO Dr. Joe Leader stated. "Air traffic control failures happen too often. This national failure highlights a need for the US government to redirect airline taxes to practice what they preach: protect customers when it's your fault within your control."

APEX pointed to the FAA system failure as further underlining the need for air traffic control modernization.  In addition to further protecting passengers from failures, U.S. government research has indicated that a Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) could reduce airline fuel utilization by up to 5% through more fuel-efficient traffic management.  The update could save billions of dollars annually paid by airlines and their passengers in more efficient travel.

For more information about APEX, please visit apex.aero, sign up for the APEX Daily Experience e-newsletter, or follow APEX on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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About the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX)

As a global non-profit and one of the world's largest international airline associations, APEX advances passenger experience with the backing of nearly every major airline and valued supplier over the past 42 years.  In conjunction with both the International Flight Services Association (IFSA) and Future Travel Experience (FTE), APEX serves the full spectrum of the end-to-end travel experience.  APEX reinvests all of its resources to serving its members, strengthening the worldwide airline industry, advancing thought-leadership, fostering business opportunities via events, developing global initiatives, setting key airline standards, and highlighting well-deserved recognition across our industry.

Coding and Robotics Game for Kids
Young child is amazed at his ability to code a robot for the first time

It is almost impossible to find a reputable review of children's science and technology toys. The rule of thumb is that if online "reviews" contain promotional links, they cannot be trusted as an unbiased source of information. Because parents care about their kids' education so much, websites have recognized that science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) toy reviews are a gold mine, making reputable reviews very hard to find.

Absolutely Fabulous Unique Gifts and Decor, in Huntington Beach, expanded their offerings to include STEM toys in 2021 after owner Diane Silverstein's grandson, Aiden, was born. Due to the fact he taught himself computer programming at 9 years old and used to design and program in SQL Aiden's dad, Ian Souter, was tasked with finding the best modern STEM toys. Ian subsequently spent weeks searching through paid reviews only to feel confused and misled. Eventually, though, a few places stood out as more caring and principled about their reviews: the Parents' Choice Foundation, which unfortunately closed their doors in 2022 after over 40 years of service, was one of the places that shunned paid reviews. Some other helpful resources for educational & STEM toys are the National Parenting Product Awards, the Kevverspiel des Jahres (a German award for the "connoisseur/expert game of the year") and the INSPIRE Research Institute at Purdue University.

After finding these reputable review sites, one particular toy stood out: a coding and robotics game for kids 4-8 years old. The concepts and execution of this "game" amazed Ian and excited Aiden to want to "play" coding day after day.

Once Diane discovered that a local school called St Bonaventure has a strong STEM focus, she didn't pause. Seizing the opportunity to spread the word about Ab Fab's amazing STEM toy collection and help some local kids learn coding like Aiden did, Diane decided to donate both the Coding and Robotics game and one of its expansion packs to the school, which will be giving it to one of their kindergarten classes.

"Community partnerships are a staple of our existence," Diane proudly exclaims when asked why she donated this toy. "What's good for the community is good for us. And heck - if it means I get to see a few more cute little faces in my shop, all the better!"

CG Strength Training

Today, Camp Gladiator (CG), a national fitness and nutrition platform for Certified Trainers and Nutrition Coaches, announced a significant expansion. CG currently provides the most comprehensive support for Trainers and Coaches to operate under an award-winning brand with access to marketing and operations teams to launch and grow their businesses. And in February, Camp Gladiator is transforming the platform to give Trainers more options to expand their fitness business. With the new platform, Trainers can add CG Strength Training and choose to deliver the program in small groups or through one-on-one sessions with prices, locations, and equipment determined by each CG Trainer.

"Expanding our platform means that our Trainers can expand their business like never before," Ally Davidson, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, shared. "In 2023, Trainers can choose to offer our signature Camp workouts, CG Nutrition Coaching, and CG Strength Training. Our goal is to create flexibility for locations, equipment, and pricing based on Trainers' passions and expertise. This platform expansion will allow us to continue being the number one choice for Trainers to create their own schedule and use their expertise to make an income doing what they love."

"If you want a new career in fitness that enables you to build a six-figure income, you choose Camp Gladiator," Mason Murphy, Region President, said. "Our Trainers are given the resources to make building their business as simple as it can be, and this platform expansion is just one example. Soon, Trainers will be able to provide yoga, running, and youth programs." 

CG Strength Training will include:

• customized strength training for all fitness levels, from beginners to bodybuilders
• in-person training offered one-on-one or in small groups of 10 people or less
• personalized attention to proper form, tracking progress and setting goals

To learn more about partnering with CG as a Certified Personal Trainer, visit Camp Gladiator's Become A Trainer page to schedule a 15-minute introduction call.

About Camp Gladiator: Camp Gladiator (CG) is a fitness and nutrition platform on a mission to positively impact lives through full body workouts and customized nutrition coaching. By connecting individuals to their own Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach, Members experience one-on-one communication to stay motivated and accountable to achieve their goals. Camp Gladiator is the number one fitness and nutrition platform for Trainers and Coaches to build their businesses within CG's well-known brand with access to marketing and operations support. For more information on Camp Gladiator, please visit campgladiator.com.

Contact: 
Howard Schaffer
Chief Marketing Officer
Camp Gladiator 
[email protected]

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Roadpass Digital, the company empowering roadtrippers, campers, and RVers to hit the open road, will be helping Florida RV SuperShow attendees with helpful resources and engaging activities from Jan. 18-22, 2023. Roadpass will be located at booth B405, offering attendees a free Roadtrippers guide to unique attractions in Tampa, along with giveaways and discounts for their popular Roadpass Pro membership. 

Visitors to Roadpass's booth at the Florida RV SuperShow can expect to:

• Learn more about 15 unique points of interest near Tampa, Florida, with a comprehensive trip guide from Roadtrippers, including attractions, eateries, campgrounds, and more.
• Have the opportunity to spin a wheel with a chance to win merchandise from Roadpass's brands, including Roadtrippers, Campendium, Togo RV, and RVillage.
• Meet with Roadpass road travel experts to learn more about the suite of tools and resources that are helping millions of people make the most of their RV and road trip experiences.
• Get show-only discounts on the popular Roadpass Pro membership, including tools and resources to help road travelers make the most of their RV.

As a leading platform in helping travelers make the most of their RV experience and find extraordinary places during their adventures, Roadpass is sponsoring this year's Florida RV SuperShow interactive map to help attendees plan their time at the event.

Roadpass Digital offers a portfolio of leading digital apps that provide campers, RVers, and roadtrippers with end-to-end trip discovery and planning tools. To learn more about Roadpass, visit roadpass.com or contact [email protected]. 

About Roadpass Digital 

Roadpass Digital is focused on empowering roadtrippers, campers, and RVers to hit the open road. With 6,000,000+ people using apps powered by Roadpass, the company is the leading platform for road travel and outdoor experiences. Roadpass Digital has offices in Chicago, Cincinnati, and Auckland. Learn more about Roadpass Digital and Roadtrippers, Campendium, Togo RV, and RVillage products at roadpass.com.