AARP Services Announces New AARP Member Benefits in Health, Entertainment and Retail Categories

WASHINGTON, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AARP members can now take advantage of savings from five new providers, AARP® Vision Plans from VSPtm, Calm, HX: Hurtigruten Expeditions, Hollywood.com, and Walmart+. In addition to these new offerings, AARP members have access to over 300 discounts and benefits through their AARP membership.

"AARP members have diverse needs and lifestyles, which is why we are constantly seeking to add brands to our member benefits portfolio that cater to this need," said John Larew, AARP Services President and CEO. "The discounts and offerings we have added so far this year will enhance the physical and emotional well-being of our membership - from access to vision plans, to entertainment services, to retail discounts."

• AARP® Vision Plans from VSPtm ? AARP members can learn about four vision plans designed exclusively for you and your family. All plans include an annual eye exam, glasses and lens enhancements, such as progressives and anti-glare coating, and more.
• Calm ? AARP members will receive an annual 30% discount on the first three years of their Calm Premium annual subscription.
• Hollywood.com ? AARP members enjoy a 5% discount on every movie ticket purchase, along with exclusive rotating monthly offers. Plus, enjoy a fee-free first-time purchase, guaranteed. These offers are stackable, making Hollywood.com your go-to for entertainment.
• HX: Hurtigruten Expeditions ? AARP members (and each non-AARP member companion who books and travels with the AARP member) will receive a 5% discount on all cruise fares for both HX: Hurtigruten Expeditions. Members will also receive a $100 per person onboard credit on expeditions to the Galápagos Islands and a ?100 per person onboard credit on all other expeditions.
• Walmart+ ? New members get $20 off an annual Walmart+ Membership. Sign up today to start saving time and money with membership benefits including free delivery from stores, free shipping with no order minimum, gas savings, video streaming with Paramount+, and so much more!

For more information about the benefits AARP members have access to, visit aarp.org/viewbenefits. AARP commercial member benefits are provided by third parties, not by AARP or its affiliates.

About VSP Vision
At VSP Visiontm, our purpose is to empower human potential through sight. As the first national not-for-profit vision benefits company, this is what drives everything we do. For nearly 70 years, VSP has been the leader in health-focused vision care. Every day, the people that power our complementary businesses?VSP® Vision Care, Marchon Eyewear, Inc., Visionworks®, Eyefinity®, Eyeconic, VSP® Optics, and VSP® Ventures?work together to create a world where everyone can bring their best vision to life. That means providing affordable access to eye care and eyewear for more than 85 million members through a network of more than 41,000 doctors. It also means expanding access to vision care to those disadvantaged by income, distance, or disaster through VSP Visiontm Eyes of Hope®. To date, more than 3.8 million people in need have received access to no-cost eye care and eyewear through one of our Eyes of Hope programs. Learn more about how we're reinvesting in greater vision, health, and opportunities for all at vspvision.com.

About Calm
Calm is on a mission to support everyone on every step of their mental health journey. With the #1 app for sleep, meditation and relaxation* as well as a growing library of digital, evidence-based mental health programs, Calm offers trusted support for individuals and organizations alike. Our flagship consumer app provides personalized content and activities ? featuring a range of experts and beloved celebrity voices ? to help users manage stress, improve sleep and feel more present in their daily life. Our customizable solutions for the workplace and healthcare merge our consumer-friendly approach with clinical content and HIPAA-compliant resources to drive positive health and business outcomes. Named a TIME100 Most Influential Company, Calm supports more than 150 million people and 3,500 organizations across seven languages and 190 countries. To learn more, visit calm.com.

About Hollywood.com
Created by the founders of MovieTickets.com and the SyFy Channel, Hollywood.com is your one-stop shop for movie and live theater tickets. With a legacy dating back to 1995, they've been the go-to for all things entertainment for nearly three decades.

About HX: Hurtigruten Expeditions
HX: Hurtigruten Expeditions is a part of Hurtigruten Group, the world's leading adventure travel group, offering unique small-ship and land-based adventures from pole to pole ? and anywhere in between. We take our guests to the most spectacular areas on the planet, offering a mix of pristine wilderness and visits to genuine local communities. Hurtigruten Group is revolutionizing the travel industry's approach to sustainability, allowing us to offer authentic local experiences while leaving a footprint we are proud of ? both in nature and with the communities we visit. Our commitment to safety is as absolute as our passion for exploration. Safeguarding our guests, colleagues, partners, wildlife, nature, and the communities we visit will always be our number one priority. Everyone on a Hurtigruten adventure will always be ? and feel ? safe, comfortable ? and excited!

About Walmart
Walmart Inc. is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better - anytime and anywhere - in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 255 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $648 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/walmart, on X (formerly known as Twitter) at twitter.com/walmart, and on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/walmart.

About AARP Services
AARP Services, founded in 1999, is a wholly-owned taxable subsidiary of AARP. AARP Services manages the provider relationships for and performs quality control oversight of the wide range of products and services that carry the AARP name and are made available by independent providers as benefits to AARP's millions of members. The provider offers currently span health products, financial products, travel and leisure products, and life event services. Specific products include Medicare supplemental insurance; credit cards, auto and home, mobile home and motorcycle insurance, life insurance and annuities; member discounts on rental cars, cruises, vacation packages and lodging; special offers on technology and gifts; pharmacy services and legal services. AARP Services also engages in new product development activities for AARP and provides certain consulting services to outside companies.

About AARP
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org, www.aarp.org/espanol or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspanol and @AARPadvocates, @AliadosAdelante on social media.

*#1 app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation: Sensor Tower - Q1 2023 Analysis: Top 5 Wellness Apps on iOS in the US, April 2023 | Sensor Tower - Q1 2023 Performance of Top Wellness Apps on Android in the US, April 2023

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SOURCE AARP Services