Month: June 2023

June 28, 2023

What if we told you there was a city in the United States that has the following: The “smartest” hotel in the world, housed in an AI-informed glass building designed to resemble a wavelength of energy and serviced by a robot named Rosie, the largest autonomous shuttle network anywhere, available to ride for free, and an open-air entertainment park so eco-conscious it’s built entirely from repurposed shipping containers.

Sounds futuristic, fantastical even.

Well, welcome to Lake Nona, a “city within the city” adjacent to Orlando International Airport where such perks are available to all or, if not, in the process of being tested by its “living lab” community.

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June 5, 2023

Preliminary results of a long-term health study of the Lake Nona Community show many strengths and some concerns about area’s overall wellness. The good news: People who live, work and participate in activities in the community have very low levels of smoking. They exercise regularly and have strong support systems. The bad news: They have much higher alcohol and binge drinking rates than the national average, the majority do not eat fruit, dairy or vegetables daily, and nearly one-third report moderate to severe stress in their lives.

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