Month: July 2024

2024-07-19T07:01:00

(BPT) – Summer is all about having fun experiences and enjoying special moments with friends and family, so why not sweeten those memories with some extra tasty treats? Indulge in chocolate taste experiences that surprise and delight all summer long thanks to offerings from Chocolove that are crafted with only the best, most flavorful ingredients, free from artificial preservatives and Non-GMO Project Verified. Plus, Chocolove’s sourcing practices support a better future for cocoa farmers and their families, so that you can experience true joy with every bite and feel good about what you’re eating.

Keep your cool, decadently

Add an indulgent chill to your summer days and evenings with new, limited-edition Chocolove Dark Chocolate Gelato Pops — an elevated, gourmet version of a childhood classic made with high-quality Belgian dark chocolate. With 10 frozen chocolate treats in each box, the gelato pops are perfect for pool parties, barbecues and picnics. Get them while supplies last!

Enjoy s’more memories

For the most indulgent, elevated summer s’mores, start with high-quality chocolate crafted with expertise. Here are top Chocolove options for creating new memories with this trusted classic fireside treat:

• Milk Chocolate — This creamy Belgian milk chocolate is crafted from a blend of Javanese and African cocoa beans, with 33% cocoa, that delivers sweetness, creaminess and caramel-like flavors that blend into a light cocoa finish.
• 70% Strong Dark Chocolate — If you enjoy dark chocolate, you’ll love this strong, bittersweet Belgian dark chocolate with 70% cocoa for an exceptionally smooth experience with intense, well-rounded flavors.
• Hawaiian Sea Salt in 72% Strong Dark Chocolate — The velvety allure of 72% strong dark chocolate combined with the subtle crunch of Hawaiian Alaea red sea salt will give your s’mores a unique quality worthy of any luau.
• Salted Caramel in Dark Chocolate — Gourmet salted caramel filling and rich dark chocolate is a mouthwatering delight sandwiched between your favorite cracker and marshmallow.

Can’t get enough s’mores and without access to a fire pit? Have s’more by turning them into a pie with this fun Chocolove S’mores Pie recipe:

Ingredients:
4 bars of Strong 70% Dark Chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup of unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
Pre-made graham cracker pie crust
2 egg whites (room temperature)
4 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:
Start by chopping Chocolove Strong 70% Dark Chocolate and adding it to a bowl.
Melt butter and cream in small sauce pan, stirring until well combined before pouring over the top of the chopped chocolate. Mix until smooth and fully melted.
Add chocolatey mixture to pie crust and smooth with spatula to create an even layer before refrigerating until solid and hardened.
Next, whisk 2 room temperature egg whites in standing mixer before adding 4 tablespoons sugar and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla. Once fluffy and combined, spread over top of chocolate, then broil quickly in oven until golden.

Top your sundaes in style

You can create spectacular sundaes — or just top a bowl of your favorite ice cream — with these Chocolove options, transforming any everyday dessert into a memorable taste celebration.

• Almonds & Sea Salt in Dark Chocolate, made from dark semisweet Belgian chocolate with 55% cocoa, whole dry roasted Marcona almonds and sea salt, will satisfy the almond lovers in your household.
• Toffee & Almonds in Milk Chocolate features chunks of buttery sweet toffee, dry roasted Marcona almonds and smooth, creamy Belgian milk chocolate with 33% cocoa.

Refresh with fruity, tropical chocolate

• Ruby Chocolate, which features a smooth taste complemented with natural berry fruitiness, and no added berries or food coloring, is a delightful summer confection. Made from select uncured cocoa beans, ruby chocolate retains its bright pink color, typical of ripe cocoa beans, along with high fruit flavors.
• Or you can take the fruitiness up a notch with Chocolove’s Passion Fruit in Ruby Chocolate that artfully balances fruity ruby notes with the tropical sweet and tart flavor of pure passion fruit purée from the south of France.
• Pro tip: These bars are even more refreshing if you keep them in your refrigerator until you’re ready to enjoy.

You can find Chocolove at major retailers nationwide, including Whole Foods Market, Safeway, Kroger, Walmart, Target, Sprouts, a variety of independent and natural retailers, Amazon, and at Chocolove.com.

2024-07-18T23:01:00

(BPT) – What kind of fan of the Olympics are you? Love following specific sports, cheering favorite athletes, or just love taking in the spectacle and ambience of the host country? No matter what you love to watch, Xfinity has got you covered this year with a host of new features and functionality on X1 that will make your viewing experience unforgettable.

How to watch the Olympics

For the Paris Olympics, NBCUniversal will be giving you access to more live action and ways to watch than ever before. 5,000 hours of live coverage, 39 sports, 329 medal events … all spread across nine different networks, plus streaming on Peacock.

So how do you find what you want to watch among all these choices? Thankfully, Xfinity X1 makes it super easy. Just say “Olympics” into your voice remote and be taken to a comprehensive destination that brings together everything airing across NBC’s broadcast and cable networks and streaming on Peacock into one place.

The destination is also packed with features and functionality that enable you to enjoy the Games on your terms, no matter what type of viewer you are. Here’s how.

Know your faves? Customize your viewing

In just a few clicks, you can select your favorite sports and create a customized Olympics hub so you can effortlessly find the live coverage you care about most. You’ll also get a personalized playlist of highlights, updated in real-time as all the action from your selected sports unfolds in Paris. Or opt to get notifications to your mobile device, so you never miss a moment, even when on the go.

Olympics superfan? Never miss a minute with the interactive schedule

X1’s interactive daily schedule will give you a comprehensive guide to everything happening live at a given time … no matter where it’s airing. You can scan through everything, or filter by a specific sport. It will even give you a glimpse into upcoming live events, and you can set reminders or schedule DVR recordings so you won’t miss a moment.

Need the best possible viewing experience? Enhanced 4K makes you feel like you’re sitting in the stands

With X1, you can enjoy USA Network’s coverage of the Olympic Games in a 4K viewing experience you can’t get anywhere else. It’s made possible by combining the latest and greatest video, audio and network technology that together delivers the most crystal-clear pictures, vivid colors and immersive audio … as close to live as you can get.

Busy, but want to stay in the know? You’ll love catch-up highlights

While you wish you could take a vacay just to watch the Games, you’ll have the next best thing with Catch-up Highlights on X1. You’ll be able to quickly jump to top moments in recorded primetime and daytime Olympic coverage on NBC, as well as basketball, soccer and golf.

Love the athlete stories? Get to know some of them on X1

Love learning about the extraordinary athletes striving for Gold? You can get to know all 16 Team Comcast Olympians and Paralympians in a new, full-screen interactive experience featuring stats and bios of each athlete, Xfinity-exclusive interviews, competition highlights and more.

Have Paris wanderlust? Be an armchair traveler

Some of the most celebrated landmarks in Paris — like the Eiffel Tower and the Palace of Versailles — will host Olympic events. You can revel in the beauty and spectacle of The Olympics through venue tours showcasing how events like beach volleyball, equestrian and tennis will come to life at these iconic sites.

Cut the cord? No problem — Peacock has you covered!

Peacock will be the U.S. streaming home of the Olympic Games this year. You’ll be able to stream every sport and event, including all 329 medal events, plus full-event replays, original programming and more, all accessible within one curated destination. Additionally, Peacock is introducing new interactive features to help you navigate all the action of the Games and make the most of your viewing experience:

• Peacock Discovery Multiview. An industry-first four-view experience, Discovery Multiview will you navigate to the most important events, with real-time on-screen descriptions from NBCU’s Olympic experts informing you about what is at stake, such as a medal event, an elimination risk or a first-time Olympian.
• Gold Zone. Streaming daily on Peacock starting July 27, Gold Zone will offer whip-around coverage of the Games, presenting you with the best and most compelling moments happening at any time. Plus, leveraging new technology called Peacock Live Actions, if you see an event of interest while watching Gold Zone, you can quickly jump into that live feed instead of staying with the Gold Zone coverage.
• Your Daily Olympic Recap on Peacock. Harnessing the power of AI, this new feature lets you build a customized playlist featuring highlights of the events and sports you care about most. Each compilation will be narrated by an AI re-creation of award-winning announcer Al Michaels’ voice.

2024-07-18T23:01:00

(BPT) – When American Airlines Captain Matthew Asdel’s son was diagnosed with cancer 20 years ago, Make-A-Wish^® made it possible for him to go on a Disney cruise. His son, now 24, is working on becoming a pilot and hopes to join American Airlines one day.

Decades later, his 8-year-old granddaughter was also diagnosed with cancer and Make-A-Wish hosted a princess party for her. To show his appreciation for a cause near and dear to his heart, Asdel used his 32 years of experience as an American Airlines pilot to become a WishMaker^®.

An attitude of gratitude

Asdel is no stranger to giving back to the community. Every week, he volunteers to network, mentor and support kids from different socioeconomic backgrounds in Dallas-Fort Worth.

However, Asdel recently had the opportunity to give back to Make-A-Wish by piloting the Wish Flight. He and the entire American Airlines flight crew donated their time to a charter flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Orlando, Florida, helping 27 wish families join a one-of-a-kind flight experience to fulfill their wish to go to Walt Disney World^® Resort.

“It was such a wonderful opportunity to give back to this organization, which has blessed my family so much,” said Asdel. “It was like coming back full circle.”

Like many WishMakers, Asdel understands firsthand how these wishes can transform the lives of children facing critical illnesses and also give their families a way to smile again, given his experience with his son’s cancer.

“I’ve been there. I know how much they’ve been through,” he said. “Not just the patient, of course, but also the siblings that go through so much and the parents trying to juggle family and hospital visits all at the same time. It takes a lot to make it this far, and it’s just a huge victory for all of them.”

How Wish Flight helps transform lives

The flight Asdel piloted was a special collaboration between American Airlines, Make-A-Wish and Disney to celebrate World Wish Month™. Wish Flight was full of unforgettable experiences, beginning with a preflight celebration at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, complete with a breakfast bar and a special send-off by WishMakers who make wishes possible.

Once they arrived in Orlando, the Wish Flight team enjoyed a welcome reception at Give Kids The World Village, a whimsical nonprofit resort, where the wish kids and their families stayed for six days and five nights as part of their wish trip.

These wishes wouldn’t be possible without the help of WishMakers like Asdel. From individual donors to corporate partners like American Airlines, WishMakers are everywhere.

Because of WishMakers, Make-A-Wish has granted more than 585,000 wishes to children worldwide, but it needs more to ensure that every eligible child receives their wish.

You don’t have to be a pilot to help this cause. Anyone can be a WishMaker, and there are countless ways to donate your time, talent or treasure.

Want to make wishes come true? Make-A-Wish and American invite you to make a difference in the lives of wish kids. To learn how to make wishes come true and become a WishMaker, visit Wish.org.

2024-07-18T14:01:00

(BPT) – No matter how old your child is, the back-to-school transition is always exciting, busy and sometimes stressful. Moving from less scheduled summer days to a regular routine takes planning, as well as the best available tools.

To ease your family’s transition, here are some useful tips and tricks to have in your toolkit from Five Star^®, makers of school supplies built to last all year long, including notebooks, folders, academic planners and the Five Star Study App to help your child get back into the school groove.

Evaluate daily schedules

Look back at last year to remember what was successful — and less effective — about your previous routine, so you can make improvements heading into the new school year.

Were mornings always rushed? Build a cushion of time each day by getting everyone up 15-20 minutes earlier. Consider adjusting bedtimes so your kids will not be sacrificing too much of their much-needed sleep. You could also make time every evening to set out tomorrow’s clothes, pack lunches and fill backpacks to save time each morning. As your kids grow older, they may be ready to take on one of these responsibilities themselves.

Did you have too many activities after school, making it harder to get schoolwork done? Limit these activities, perhaps establishing a day or two that are always left open for a bit of breathing room during the week.

Use the best tech tools to aid schoolwork

Technology is a regular part of students’ school days at younger ages, providing opportunity to utilize digital tools to enhance study habits and simplify homework organization.

In time for back-to-school, Five Star has expanded the compatibility of their free study app to pair with Five Star wide ruled notebooks, composition books and filler paper, making it ideal for younger students. This means students in their first days of kindergarten, all the way through college graduation, can benefit from combining paper learning with digital tools to enhance their academic experience.

Handwritten notes are generally accepted as helpful to improve retention, and the Five Star Study App makes it easier for students to take their handwritten notes from Five Star compatible notetaking products and instantly create digital flashcards to study anywhere, anytime. This helps your students organize — and avoid losing — important information on handouts from their classes, making them easily accessible anytime, so they can study during the drive to school, while waiting for siblings at after-school activities and more.

Download the free Five Star Study App in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, and learn more at FiveStarBuiltStrong.com.

Discover the best study times

Every child (and family) is different, so experiment with times and places that are best for your child to complete schoolwork. Consider dividing assignments, working on their toughest subjects when they’re at their sharpest and saving less challenging schoolwork for times of day when they seem more distracted.

If your child is a morning person, set aside study time while you’re getting breakfast ready. If they’re hungry and tired right after school, save homework for after they’ve had a snack or meal. Fortunately, the Five Star Study App opens up more possibilities for studying anytime, even when you’re on the go.

Teach children how to plan

Establish a calendar (on paper or digital, whatever works best for your child) to track school events, assignments and tests. Encourage your child to review their calendar each week or whenever their teachers provide information about upcoming assignments, making sure the most important or time-consuming tasks stand out visually.

For major projects, show your child how to divide them into smaller steps to avoid last-minute panic the day before they’re due — and put those steps on the calendar, too. An academic planner like the Five Star Student Planner can help keep track of these smaller steps and with its Study App compatibility provides the best of paper and digital organization.

Helping kids learn to plan ahead and break up larger assignments into more manageable chunks are valuable techniques that will carry them through many years of their educational journey.

Do a dress rehearsal

Especially for younger children, transitions can be stressful. Explain how your routine will change, and do some practice runs by starting the new schedule a few days ahead. This will give everyone (yourself included!) a chance to adjust.

No matter what the school year ahead will bring, taking time to get ready now, and using the best tools available, will help everyone have a more fun, fulfilling and successful year ahead.

2024-07-18T08:01:00

(BPT) – For nearly 25% of Americans living with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, a more serious condition is silently progressing. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, or NASH, is a dangerous form of fatty liver disease that occurs when the fat in the liver becomes toxic. If left unmanaged, NASH can cause severe liver damage. In fact, it’s reported that NASH could soon become the top driver of liver transplants in the United States; it is already the leading cause of liver transplants among women.

Despite the serious consequences of the disease, 90% of people living with NASH don’t know they have it — and most of those who do are not aware of their risk for progression because accurate information about the disease can be hard to find. If you’ve been told you have a fatty liver, you could have NASH and not know it, so it is important to learn about your risk before dangerous liver damage occurs. Make sure to consult your doctor to determine the best course of action for your health and keep reading below for five key facts about NASH.

#1 – NASH can cause scarring of the liver

Fatty liver disease happens in stages. If undetected and unmanaged for too long, the fat can become toxic, killing liver cells, and causing inflammation and scarring (fibrosis). The more scarring you have, the greater your risk of serious health issues like cirrhosis, liver cancer, and the need for a liver transplant. Uncontrolled NASH can also shorten your life expectancy. However, most people living with NASH don’t experience symptoms, even as liver damage is occurring. That’s why, to manage NASH, testing is key.

#2 – NASH is also known as MASH

As the names state, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) are caused by the abnormal buildup of fat in your liver — not by alcohol use. In 2023, medical societies and global liver disease patient groups came together to rename the disease, with the goal of establishing an affirmative, non-stigmatizing name and diagnosis. Today, NASH is now also known as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, or MASH.

Because the symptoms of NASH can often go unnoticed, getting tested is a critical step to understanding the stage of the condition. The diagnosis process may not require a biopsy — instead, there are multiple noninvasive options to measure and monitor NASH, including blood-based tests, imaging, and scanning. If you do have NASH, your doctor should conduct regular monitoring to check if your liver has developed scarring. To understand more about this process, and the questions you can ask at your next appointment, download this doctor discussion guide.

#4 – NASH can impact more than just your liver

Learning that you have a chronic condition can be challenging in several ways, as navigating life with NASH goes beyond managing physical health. Studies show that it also impacts emotional wellbeing, daily activities, and personal relationships. Since individuals with NASH and their loved ones may not immediately recognize how the condition permeates various aspects of their lives, education plays a crucial role, empowering both those affected and their caregivers to feel confident knowing that they or their loved one is getting the testing and treatment they need. This caregiver guide from the advocacy group NASH kNOWledge provides steps people can take to care for themselves as they care for someone living with NASH.

#5 – You have the power to help your liver

Living with NASH can be difficult, confusing, even overwhelming. The good news is, there are steps you can take today to slow or even reverse liver damage caused by NASH. This starts with a balanced diet, limited alcohol use, and regular, moderate-intensity exercise, which together may help manage your condition. Please consult your doctor to make sure you choose activities that are safe for you. While making these changes can feel challenging at times, support is available. If you feel like NASH is overwhelming or want to learn from others who may be going through similar experiences, check out the advocacy groups dedicated to helping people living with fatty liver and NASH like the ones below.

If you’ve been told you have fatty liver, talk to your doctor to get tested for scarring. You can learn more about NASH by visiting TakingOnFattyLiverandNASH.com.

Sponsored by Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

2024-07-18T05:01:00

(BPT) – If you’ve been thinking about homeschooling your children — or you’re already doing so — you’re not alone. According to the Washington Post, homeschooling has continued to surge since the pandemic, becoming the “fastest growing form of education in the country,” with an estimated 1.9-2.7 million students being educated at home in the U.S.

Who are today’s homeschooling families?

The reasons many parents are choosing homeschooling today, as well as the demographics of these families, are complex and diverse. Research from the Washington Post found that some of the top reasons today’s families opt for homeschooling include concerns about the school environment, worries about their children’s safety and bullying, as well as dissatisfaction with the quality of the academic instruction being provided at their child’s school.

The National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI) reports that homeschooling families today also include people from a much wider variety of backgrounds, income and education levels than previously thought. For example, about 41% of homeschooling families are non-white, including Black, Asian and Hispanic students.

Because of the varied backgrounds and outlooks of parents who homeschool today, there’s a real need for more options for secular resources to help design the best possible curriculum to meet the needs of all homeschooling families.

In addition, many families who send their children to school also want to find high-quality materials to help supplement their child’s education at home.

How to find resources to meet customized needs

Homeschooling families are as unique as every child, and as the reasons for choosing to homeschool grow, parents want resources that are not limited to a specific worldview. Parents are seeking support and resources to supplement their child’s education and support their learning experience at home.

Families looking to bolster their child’s education at home — whether they homeschool or not — can easily feel overwhelmed by available educational resources and not know where to begin.

Here’s where BoundlessHomeschool.com can help. This new online retailer for modern homeschooling launched its webstore this year to offer a thoughtful collection of high-quality curriculum, books, educational toys and advisors to help families and homeschool educators design effective and inspiring at-home learning programs.

Celebrating every child’s unique learning style, BoundlessHomeschool.com offers materials from trusted brands for students of all ages, from infants and preschoolers to high schoolers. Created with the belief that all children have limitless potential, this retailer provides families a variety of educational resources, whether you’re pursuing homeschooling full-time, part-time — or just looking to supplement your child’s learning at home.

BoundlessHomeschool.com features over 12,000 products, with additional products added weekly, to cater to various teaching styles and help children reach their full potential, including:

• Trusted curriculum: Packages designed to meet various learning styles and educational standards from brands such as Institute for Excellence in Writing, Educators Publishing Service, Savvas, Saxon Math, All About Learning and more.
• Educational resources: Textbooks, workbooks and supplementary materials for all grade levels in over 13 different subject categories from trusted brands like Carson Dellosa Publishing Group, Kumon and Scholastic.
• Books: From the “Who Was” biography series to the Harry Potter collection, books that will ignite conversation, expand on traditional subject matters and inspire a love of reading.
• Educational toys: From arts and crafts to STEM products, additional aids from top brands including Learning Resources, Melissa & Doug and Numberblocks to make learning fun and interactive.

Boundless Homeschool is your one-stop shop, offering a collection of curriculum, educational toys and advisors to help families design an effective, inspiring at-home program — conveniently organized by subject, grade level and curriculum publisher to help you find what you need.

Don’t know where to start?

Inspired by the belief that no one knows a child better than their parents, Boundless Homeschool offers an easy interactive quiz to help parents discover the best products for their child through a series of quick questions. This will help you figure out what you might need next, whether that’s parent guides, curriculum recommendations or other materials.

Still have questions? The Boundless Homeschool Advisor team collectively has over 130 years of homeschooling experience and over 50 years in the industry helping other homeschoolers on their path. This live team of expert advisors is available via phone and email, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. EST and Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. EST to answer curriculum questions, help you choose appropriate products and more. Visit the Contact Us page to get started.

Boundless Homeschool recognizes that homeschool education starts with each child’s curiosity — and they thrive when parents are empowered to curate an ideal learning experience designed just for them.

Visit BoundlessHomeschool.com to learn more, and receive the latest updates on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and Pinterest.

2024-07-18T08:45:00

(BPT) – With the school year just around the corner, it’s time to start preparing for an exciting season of educational growth, evening sports games and school lunches. All busy parents know the importance of not only preparing accordingly but also brainstorming ways to make their child’s new school year extra special.

You may not be able to do all your school supply shopping now, but there are other ways you can prepare yourself for a new school year. Check out these five expert tips that can help you effortlessly manage the hustle and bustle of the back-to-school season.

1. Plan ahead

The first thing you can do to set yourself up for success is to plan ahead. Start by setting up a family calendar in the house or utilize a shared online calendar. Your calendar is bound to fill up with school events, project deadlines and sports schedules, so there is no better time than now to put pen to paper.

By having an organized calendar with your family’s schedule ready before the academic year starts, you’ll be able to sail smoothly through the back-to-school months. Your future self will thank you for taking this step, as it may lower your stress levels during the busiest days of the school year.

2. Create a routine

Daily routines provide a sense of stability and help streamline your family’s schedule. What should you include in your daily routine? From sleeping and study schedules to mealtimes and family-focused activities, a structured routine will help create healthy daily rhythms. This will also ensure a balance between home and school life.

3. Bring joy to lunchboxes

Lunchtime can be a highlight of the day, not just for kids but for parents, too! What you pack in your child’s lunchbox can really brighten their day. Of course, it’s important to include a balanced and nutritious meal with items like sandwiches, carrots and fruit. But why not add a touch of fun with a tasty snack?

Consider packing Hostess^® CupCakes or Hostess^® Kazbars™ to bring a smile to your child’s face during lunchtime. Both snacks offer a delightful treat that will make lunchtime something to look forward to. For an extra special touch, include a note of encouragement in your child’s lunchbox.

And remember, you deserve a treat, too. Whether you’re packing your own lunch or keeping snacks on hand while running errands, don’t forget to enjoy a fun snack for yourself.

Find Hostess^® snacks and other treats at grocery stores nationwide and visit HostessCakes.com to discover a variety of delicious, joyful snacks.

4. Set up a homework station

In an age of technology and distraction, homework can feel like a chore, but setting up a homework station can help your child focus on their tasks. To create a successful homework station, designate a quiet place in your home and organize the space with a sturdy desk, pencils, pens, paper and any other supplies your student may need to complete their assignments with ease.

5. Be prepared for sports events

If you’re the parent of an athlete, you know that showing up for the games isn’t the only way to show your support. Bringing fun snacks, treats and drinks to sports events can show your child how much you’re invested in their sport.

You won’t always have time to prepare homemade snacks before the big game, so save time and stress by picking up a delicious premade snack such as Hostess^® Kazbars™ that the whole team, including parents, will enjoy. This simple act can bolster team spirit and help celebrate the big win.

Beat the back-to-school bustle with these five simple tips. Not only will it make your life easier, but you’ll set your family up for success all year long.

2024-07-17T07:01:00

(BPT) – Interest in the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 is influencing how guests are traveling this summer. As of March 31, nights booked during the dates of the Olympics are over five times (400%) higher than they were in the Paris region the same time a year ago¹. Paris, the most searched city on the platform during the event², has seen an all-time high for active listings. There’s an increase of nearly 40% in the Paris region compared to a year ago³, as hosts prepare to welcome domestic and international travelers.

Top countries for nights booked during the Olympics

While guests from over 160 countries and regions⁴ have already booked their stays during the event, travelers coming from the U.S. are leading Olympics-related travel, booking more than 20% of stays in or near host cities during the Games. The big medal-winning countries of 2020 are also strongly represented in terms of the nationality of guests traveling to France during the Olympic Games: most of the 10 countries that have booked the most travel to France are among the top medal winners from Tokyo 2020. French guests are currently in third place in terms of nights booked, but domestic bookings are expected to increase closer to the event as the majority of ticket-holders are French⁵.

In terms of growth, Asian countries are in the leaderboard: Airbnb has witnessed the highest increase in travelers coming from Mainland China, India, Hong Kong (SAR) and Japan. This is followed by Czechia, Mexico, Ireland, Brazil, Luxembourg and Colombia.

Tourism dispersal across France

It’s not just central Paris drawing visitors this summer. Places like Saint-Denis, Châteauroux and Lille have also seen a significant rise in interest thanks to the strategic decision to host Paris 2024 throughout France.

Airbnb data reveals some of the top destinations outside of central Paris favored by different nationalities looking to support their national teams during the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024:

• Dutch and Australian guests, who are among the top of the medal table for field hockey, booked the most nights to the Colombes area, where the sport will be played.
• One of the top destinations for Spaniards and Brazillians is Bordeaux, where their national football teams play two matches.
• One of the top destinations for Chinese guests is Vanves, near the venue for table tennis, a sport which the Chinese have long dominated.

Benefits for local communities

According to a study⁷, stays on Airbnb during the dates of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 are estimated to generate €2,000 (over $2,170 USD) for a typical host in the Paris region, having a total economic impact of almost 1 billion euros (over 1 billion USD) and supporting almost 7,300 full-time equivalent jobs in the country.

Many local families have joined the platform to benefit from this opportunity. In the Paris region alone, there is a 40% rise in active listings in the first quarter, compared to the same period in 2023.

“Airbnb will play an important role in accommodating the increased influx of visitors coming for the Games, providing varied and affordable lodging options and supporting the overall economic growth in areas that haven’t always benefited from tourism. The Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 highlights how Airbnb helps disperse travel and spreads economic benefits by allowing people to stay in local neighborhoods, close to Olympics venues, like Saint-Denis or smaller cities like Chateauroux,” said Clément Eulry, Country Manager for France and Belgium at Airbnb.

Families and groups flock to the Olympics

More than 50% of travelers to the Games are looking for accommodation that can welcome families or groups of three or more⁸ — which can be a better value than traditional accommodations. Some of the nationalities with a higher preference for group travel during the Games include travelers from the Netherlands, Switzerland, the U.S., Spain and the U.K⁹. Airbnb recently introduced new features that make planning group trips easier than ever including shared wishlists, a redesigned messages tab that allows everyone on a trip to message with the host in a group thread and more.

As a Worldwide Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Airbnb can help you find homes close to the action with the amenities you want most. Find out more at Airbnb.com.

1. Data in this newsroom post is as of end of Q1 2024

2. Searches made January 1 through March 31, 2024

3. Jan to March 2023 vs January to March 2024

4. Nights booked until April 1, 2024

5. According to the Paris 2024 Organising Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

6. Nights booked to host areas between January 1, 2023 through March 31, 2024 versus the same time in 2023.

7. Report carried out by Deloitte on behalf of Airbnb titled “Airbnb’s economic and social contributions in France during Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games”. Published April, 2023.

8. Based on bookings made by guests between 1 January 2023 and 31 March 2024, for stays in and around the host cities during the period of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

9. Average guest count by country for bookings made by guests between 1 January 2023 and 31 March 2024, for stays in and around the host cities during the period of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.