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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers whose mission is centered on building meaningful connections, and BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS) (BOA), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company, announced today the closing of their business combination (the “Business Combination”). The Business Combination was approved by BOA stockholders at a special meeting held on October 21, 2022. Samba Merger Sub, Inc., a subsidiary of Selina, merged with and into BOA, with BOA surviving the merger and, as a result of that merger, BOA became a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Selina, with the securityholders of BOA becoming securityholders of Selina. Selina’s ordinary shares and public warrants will today begin trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “SLNA” and “SLNAW”, respectively. “Today marks a major milestone for Selina, as we complete our goal of becoming a publicly traded company and embark on our next chapter of growth,” said Rafael Museri, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Selina. “The completion of this transaction is further validation of our highly differentiated hospitality offering, we can scale the brand and our unique destinations to travelers and locals around the world like never before. We look forward to leveraging this capital to drive long-term profitable growth, introduce new offerings that facilitate meaningful connections, and enhance our technology to support our rapid global expansion.” Ben Friedman, President and CFO of BOA Acquisition Corp., commented, “Selina is one of the few hospitality companies that is truly revolutionizing travel and is addressing a meaningful market need. We are proud to have played a role in helping this dynamic lifestyle brand go public, and look forward to continuing our collaboration with Rafi and the rest of Selina’s talented team as they grow the Selina platform and execute their strategy to achieve profitability.” The combined company will continue to be led by Museri alongside the rest of the current Selina management team. Selina’s Board of Directors comprises seven directors, including Museri and Daniel Rudasevski, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Selina. The Board’s five independent directors include Chairman Eric J. Foss as well as Catherine Dunleavy, Eileen Moore Johnson, Richard S. Stoddart and Adi Soffer Teeni. In addition to potential cash proceeds from BOAS’ cash in trust, the business combination is expected to provide Selina with $54 million of capital via its private placement financing, and $118 million from subscriptions to the $147.5 million principal amount of 6 percent senior unsecured convertible notes due 2026 announced on April 25, 2022 - each to fund Selina’s operations and continue its plans to achieve profitability. Members of the Selina leadership team rang the closing bell at the Nasdaq at 4:00 p.m. eastern time on October 26, 2022 to celebrate closing of the transactions. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hotel company built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Business Combination and expectations or plans of Selina’s management. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Selina), and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Selina and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, without limitation: (1) the occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreements respecting the Business Combination; (2) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against BOA, Selina, or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; (3) the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the stockholders of BOA or to satisfy other conditions to closing; (4) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations; (5) the ability of Selina to meet applicable listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination; (6) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Selina as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and retain its management and key employees; (8) costs related to the Business Combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that Selina may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (11) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Selina’s business and/or the ability of the parties to complete the Business Combination; (12) our future financial business performance; and (13) other risks and uncertainties to be contained in the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement included therein. In addition, there may be additional risks that Selina does not presently know, or that Selina currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as may be required by law, Selina does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS) (BOA), a special purpose acquisition company, today announced that BOA stockholders voted to approve the previously proposed business combination with Selina Hospitality PLC (“Selina”) at BOA’s special meeting of BOA stockholders (the “Special Meeting”) held on Friday, October 21, 2022. More than 83% of the votes present at the meeting voted to approve the business combination with Selina. Holders of approximately 89.7% of BOA’s issued and outstanding shares were present at the Special Meeting. BOA stockholders also voted overwhelmingly to approve the other proposals at the Special Meeting. “We are pleased to see the broad investor support for our business combination with BOA Acquisition Corp.,” said Rafael Museri, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Selina. “We believe the Selina brand resonates with a new generation of travelers, and we will continue delivering on our mission to drive meaningful connections between people while remaining focused on achieving profitability as we grow and scale our platform. We are excited about our future as a public company.” Ben Friedman, President and CFO of BOA Acquisition Corp., commented, “The entire BOA team is excited to move to closing this transaction and watch Selina join the public markets. Selina has established itself as the leading player in a very large and underserved market, and is one of the few companies that is truly disrupting and redefining the future of accommodation on a global basis.” The business combination is expected to close upon satisfaction of all closing conditions. Upon listing, Selina's common stock and warrants will be trading on Nasdaq under the new ticker symbols “SLNA” and “SLNAW,” respectively. The formal results of the vote will be included in a Current Report on Form 8-K to be filed by BOA with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which will be available at www.sec.gov. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hotel company built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com. About BOA Acquisition Corp. BOA Acquisition Corp. (“BOA”) is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. While BOA may pursue an initial business combination target in any business or industry, it intends to focus its search on businesses that provide technological solutions and innovation to the broader real estate industry. Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Business Combination and expectations or plans of Selina’s management. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Selina), and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Selina and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, without limitation: (1) the occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreements respecting the Business Combination; (2) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against BOA, Selina, or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; (3) the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to satisfy conditions to closing; (4) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations; (5) the ability of Selina to meet applicable listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination; (6) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Selina as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and retain its management and key employees; (8) costs related to the Business Combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that Selina may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (11) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Selina’s business and/or the ability of the parties to complete the Business Combination; and (12) other risks and uncertainties to be contained in the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement included therein. In addition, there may be additional risks that Selina does not presently know, or that Selina currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as may be required by law, Selina does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers whose mission is centered on building meaningful connections, hit an all-time high Net Promoter Score℠ (NPS®) of 54 in the month of September. The score is an impressive 17 points higher than the next best performing international hospitality brand and 74% higher than the median of global hotel companies. These results are based on an audit of eight top global companies, including Selina, according to research by Comparably.com comprising data through September 2022. The data is yet another reflection of the rich community Selina is building with its guests, even as a relatively young hospitality brand. Year-to-date for September 2022, 32% of guests that checked into Selina have been return bookers (defined as any customer who had checked into a Selina in the past), while 62% of Selina guests have claimed they made a friend during their stay. “Selina is more than a place to stay. It’s a place to meet people from around the world. Every detail of the Selina travel experience is built with the intention to foster connection, and we hear so often how important those friendships are to our guests,” said Steven Ohayon, Selina’s Head of Strategy. “It’s very satisfying to know our guests also feel connected to the brand we’ve built. We will continue to work to earn their recommendation and their return business, while nurturing the sincere connection that has blossomed between the employees of Selina and the travelers of the world.” First developed by Bain & Company, Inc., NPS is based on the ultimate question, “How likely are you to recommend us to a friend or colleague?” and is considered among the most useful and practical methods for gauging the attitudes of customers. For more information about Selina and its global properties, visit www.selina.com. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hotel company built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com. "Net Promoter®, NPS®, NPS Prism®, and the NPS-related emoticons are registered trademarks of Bain & Company, Inc., Satmetrix Systems, Inc., and Fred Reichheld. Net Promoter Score℠ and Net Promoter System℠ are service marks of Bain & Company, Inc., Satmetrix Systems, Inc., and Fred Reichheld."

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina (the “Company” or “Selina”), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hotel company targeting Millennial and Gen Z travelers, today announced that it will host a series of retail investor focused roadshows and fireside chats live on the Twitter Spaces platform ahead of the Special Meeting of stockholders to be held by BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS) on October 21, 2022 to seek approvals relating to the Business Combination with Selina, which if approved would result in Selina becoming publicly traded, subject to the completion of the remaining closing conditions. Selina’s use of Twitter Spaces is being facilitated by Equity Animal, an investor relations firm based in New York, NY. What follows are details for the Twitter Spaces events. Twitter Spaces Details Monday, October 17th, 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT Fireside Chat with Rafael Museri, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Selina and Mark Moran, CEO of Equity Animal. RSVP: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1rmxPkdpOwdJN Fireside Chat with Rafael Museri, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Selina and Mark Moran, CEO of Equity Animal. RSVP: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1rmxPkdpOwdJN Tuesday, October 18th from 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT Investor Roadshow Presentation hosted by Barbara Zubiria, Selina’s Chief Financial Officer, Steven O'Hayon, Head of Strategy and Mark Moran, CEO of Equity Animal. RSVP: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1mnGeRBDLyvJX Investor Roadshow Presentation hosted by Barbara Zubiria, Selina’s Chief Financial Officer, Steven O'Hayon, Head of Strategy and Mark Moran, CEO of Equity Animal. RSVP: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1mnGeRBDLyvJX Thursday, October 20th from 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT Investor Roadshow Presentation hosted by Selina’s Chief Financial Officer, Barbara Zubiria, Steven O'Hayon, Head of Strategy and Mark Moran, CEO of Equity Animal. A Q&A will follow the presentation. To ask questions during the Q&A, participants must join the Twitter Space using a mobile device. RSVP: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1zqKVPvpMDWJB Investor Roadshow Presentation hosted by Selina’s Chief Financial Officer, Barbara Zubiria, Steven O'Hayon, Head of Strategy and Mark Moran, CEO of Equity Animal. A Q&A will follow the presentation. To ask questions during the Q&A, participants must join the Twitter Space using a mobile device. RSVP: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1zqKVPvpMDWJB To participate in the Twitter Spaces, please follow @SelinaHotels and @EquityAnimal. To listen only, participants can access the Twitter Spaces from a computer. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hotel companies built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com. About Equity Animal Equity Animal is an Investor Relations firm based in New York, NY, focused on helping public and private companies reach both institutional and retail investors using the next generation of tools and communications. Additional Information and Where to Find It This document does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed business combination between BOA Acquisition Corp. (“BOA”) and Selina. In connection with the proposed business combination, Selina has filed with the SEC a registration statement on Form F-4. Additionally, BOA has filed with the SEC a definitive proxy statement in respect of the business combination. The definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents were mailed to those stockholders of BOA as of August 18, 2022 for voting on the business combination, among other matters. Stockholders of BOA and other interested persons are advised to read the definitive proxy statement and any amendments thereto because such documents contain important information about BOA, Selina, and the proposed transactions. Stockholders will also be able to obtain copies of the definitive proxy statement without charge, by directing a request to: BOA Acquisition Corp., 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Suite T23 Management Office, Washington, D.C. 20037. These documents and BOA’s and Selina’s other filings and reports filed with the SEC can also be obtained, without charge, at the SEC's internet site (http://www.sec.gov). INVESTMENT IN ANY SECURITIES DESCRIBED HEREIN HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED BY THE SEC OR ANY OTHER REGULATORY AUTHORITY NOR HAS ANY AUTHORITY PASSED UPON OR ENDORSED THE MERITS OF THE OFFERING OR THE ACCURACY OR ADEQUACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE. No Offer or Solicitation This communication is for informational purpose only and not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent, or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. Participants in Solicitation BOA, Selina, and their respective directors and executive officers, other members of management and employees may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the potential transaction described in this communication under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of BOA is set forth in BOA’s filings with the SEC and information about the directors and executive officers of Selina is set forth in Selina’s filing with the SEC . Information regarding other persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be deemed participants in the solicitation of the stockholders in connection with the potential transaction and a description of their direct and indirect interests are set forth in the definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents. These documents can be obtained free of charge from the SEC as indicated above. Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Business Combination and expectations or plans of Selina’s management. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Selina), and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Selina and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, without limitation: (1) the occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreements respecting the Business Combination; (2) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against BOA, Selina, or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; (3) the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the stockholders of BOA or to satisfy other conditions to closing; (4) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations; (5) the ability of Selina to meet applicable listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination; (6) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Selina as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and retain its management and key employees; (8) costs related to the Business Combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that Selina may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (11) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Selina’s business and/or the ability of the parties to complete the Business Combination; (12) our future financial business performance; and (13) other risks and uncertainties to be contained in the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement included therein. In addition, there may be additional risks that Selina does not presently know, or that Selina currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as may be required by law, Selina does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina (the “Company” or “Selina”), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality brand targeting Millennial and Gen Z travelers, today announced financial results for the business for the first half of 2022 and provided an update on its proposed business combination with BOA Acquisition Corp (NYSE: BOAS) which would result in the Company becoming publicly traded. The Company has also added an updated investor presentation available on the Investors section of its website (www.selina.com/investors). In the first half of 2022, Selina delivered record revenue of $86 million, up 142% year-over-year, driven primarily by improved operating performance across the existing portfolio, as well as 13 new openings. Key highlights from the first half of the year include: On a same-store basis, revenue increased 96% to $67 million year-over-year for the 85 properties owned and operated in both periods Portfolio occupancy improved by 60% to 45.5%, up from 28.4% for the first half of 2021 Total revenue per bedspace increased to $3,233 (or, $6,466 on an annualized basis), up 77% from the first half of 2021 Opened 13 properties with 3,368 bedspaces in Greece, Australia, Portugal, Panama, the United States, Morocco and Israel Signed an additional 7,374 bedspaces within 17 new properties or expansions that had not yet opened as of June 30, 2022 As of June 30, 2022, Selina had 163 open and secured locations in 25 countries across six continents with over 27,000 open bedspaces, a 43.3% increase from the prior year period Rafael Museri, Selina’s Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are incredibly pleased with what we believe to be our continued strong momentum across each of our key priorities – our focus on robust property operational performance, new openings, and meaningful progress towards becoming a publicly traded company. We delivered positive results in each of our key metrics, including total revenue, occupancy and revenue per occupied bed. We believe the Selina brand resonates with today’s traveler, as we continue to offer and expand our coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences in sought after destinations. We remain focused on achieving profitability as we grow and scale our platform, and continue to progress towards near-profitable margins. Furthermore, effective as of the closing of the business combination we will appoint five new directors who bring relevant public company leadership, finance, operations, marketing and technology experience. The demand for the travel, work and play experience that Selina provides continues to grow, and we are excited to bring Selina to more destinations across the globe.” On October 3, 2022, the Company announced that its Registration Statement on Form F-4 (the “proxy statement”) filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) was declared effective on September 30, 2022. BOA has scheduled the Special Meeting of stockholders to seek approvals relating to the Business Combination. The Special Meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, on October 21, 2022 via live webcast at https://www.cstproxy.com/boaacquisition/2022. Please note that you will only be able to access the Special Meeting by means of remote communication. Upon closing of the transaction, the ordinary shares of Selina are expected to be publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “SLNA” while the BOA warrants, which will be automatically assigned to and assumed by Selina, are expected to be traded under the “SLNAW” ticker symbol. Summary Key Metrics Management uses a number of operating and financial metrics, including the following key business metrics, to evaluate Selina's business, measure Selina's performance, identify trends affecting Selina's business, formulate financial projections and business plans, and make strategic decisions. Management regularly reviews and may adjust Selina's processes for calculating Selina's internal metrics to improve their accuracy. 1H 2021 1H 2022 18,411 23,408 27% 19,129 27,415 43% 16,138 18,438 14% 16,371 19,277 18% 14,481 16,017 11% 15,745 19,022 21% 19.60% 32.90% 68% 28.40% 45.50% 60% $34.03 $45.86 35% $42.25 $52.42 23% $29.69 $35.13 18% $35.61 $39.24 10% $2,118 $4,219 99% $1,829 $3,233 77% $2,118 $4,219 99% $3,657 $6,466 77% Number of Open Bedspaces, Open Beds and Average Daily Open Beds The number of open bedspaces reflects the total number of bedspaces at opened properties at the end of any given period. Bedspaces is a metric used by Selina to measure the potential sleeping capacity of a given property. It is a static capacity measure, and not one reflecting actual capacity in a given period. Every 5.5m2 of accommodation (sleeping room) area in a property equals one bedspace. Selina’s rooms are designed to be convertible into different modalities and with distinct bed configurations. Open beds reflects the total number of beds in inventory at opened properties at the end of any given period. As Selina properties have the ability to convert rooms into different bed configurations, the total number of open beds may fluctuate at any given location over any given period. Average daily open beds is calculated as the total number of beds in inventory over any given period of time on a daily basis. This metric reflects Selina’s daily accommodations capacity and is used in the calculation of occupancy rate. Occupancy Rate, Total Daily Revenue Per Occupied Bed and Total Daily Revenue Per Occupied Bedspace Selina’s management views occupancy rate, total daily revenue per occupied bed (TRevPOB) and total daily revenue per occupied bedspace (TRevPOBs) as key indicators of revenue, as Selina believes that these metrics measure Selina’s ability to attract guests and guests’ spending on property, which in turn directly relate to Selina’s revenue and financial performance. Occupancy rate is the number of beds sold divided by the total number of open beds, over any given period. Total daily revenue per occupied bed (TRevPOB) is defined as total revenue, excluding Remote Year revenue, for any given property, for any given period, divided by the number of beds sold in that same period. Total daily revenue per occupied bedspace (TRevPOBs) is defined as total revenue, excluding Remote Year revenue, for any given property, for any given period, divided by the number of bedspaces sold in that same period. The number of bedspaces sold is determined by multiplying the occupancy rate for any given period by the average of the total number of open bedspaces at the beginning and end of that period. This measure removes the impact of occupancy, as it reflects total revenue on a per occupied bedspace basis. Total Revenue Per Bedspace Total revenue per bedspace is calculated as total revenue, excluding Remote Year revenue, for any given property, for any given period, divided by the average of the total number of open bedspaces at the beginning and end of that period. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hotel companies built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com. Additional Information and Where to Find It This document does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed business combination between BOA and Selina. In connection with the proposed business combination, Selina has filed with the SEC a registration statement on Form F-4. Additionally, BOA has filed with the SEC a definitive proxy statement in respect of the business combination. The definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents were mailed to those stockholders of BOA as of August 18, 2022 for voting on the business combination, among other matters. Stockholders of BOA and other interested persons are advised to read the definitive proxy statement and any amendments thereto because such documents contain important information about BOA, Selina, and the proposed transactions. Stockholders will also be able to obtain copies of the definitive proxy statement without charge, by directing a request to: BOA Acquisition Corp., 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Suite T23 Management Office, Washington, D.C. 20037. These documents and BOA’s and Selina’s other filings and reports filed with the SEC can also be obtained, without charge, at the SEC's internet site (http://www.sec.gov). INVESTMENT IN ANY SECURITIES DESCRIBED HEREIN HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED BY THE SEC OR ANY OTHER REGULATORY AUTHORITY NOR HAS ANY AUTHORITY PASSED UPON OR ENDORSED THE MERITS OF THE OFFERING OR THE ACCURACY OR ADEQUACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE. No Offer or Solicitation This communication is for informational purpose only and not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent, or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. Participants in Solicitation BOA, Selina, and their respective directors and executive officers, other members of management and employees may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the potential transaction described in this communication under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of BOA is set forth in BOA’s filings with the SEC and information about the directors and executive officers of Selina is set forth in Selina’s filing with the SEC . Information regarding other persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be deemed participants in the solicitation of the stockholders in connection with the potential transaction and a description of their direct and indirect interests are set forth in the definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents. These documents can be obtained free of charge from the SEC as indicated above. Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Business Combination and expectations or plans of Selina’s management. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Selina), and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Selina and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, without limitation: (1) the occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreements respecting the Business Combination; (2) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against BOA, Selina, or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; (3) the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the stockholders of BOA or to satisfy other conditions to closing; (4) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations; (5) the ability of Selina to meet applicable listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination; (6) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Selina as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and retain its management and key employees; (8) costs related to the Business Combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that Selina may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (11) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Selina’s business and/or the ability of the parties to complete the Business Combination; (12) our future financial business performance; and (13) other risks and uncertainties to be contained in the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement included therein. In addition, there may be additional risks that Selina does not presently know, or that Selina currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as may be required by law, Selina does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, announced it officially opened its newest location in downtown Tulum last week on October 3rd. The hotel — the second for the brand in the Tulum area -- is perfect for today's digital nomad and the modern traveler. Selina Tulum Downtown offers guests alternative ways to stay, play and work by combining beautifully designed accommodations with coworking, recreation, wellness, and unique local experiences. This new Quintana Roo getaway provides digital nomads with an ideal option to live a unique lifestyle in the center of one of Mexico's top beach destinations. Perfect for travelers looking for a quick vacation or a new home base for remote working, the hotel offers a collection of private room options allowing guests to personalize their stay based on their budget. Unlike its counterpart in Tulum's resort area, this new space is defined as an experience focused on personal, physical, and mental well-being and exploring and appreciating the area's rich culture. Selina Tulum Downtown marks the 12th Selina hotel in Mexico. The hotel will offer an onsite coworking facility, bookstore, gym, pool, spa, rooftop bar, and restaurant, opening in phases in the following months. It will also have the classic Selina hotel activities such as yoga, dance classes, surfing, and tours, as well as a shuttle service to and from Selina Tulum with its well-known beach club. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hospitality company built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over +150 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina's real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality platform targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, is pleased to announce the strategic appointment of five new independent directors to its Board of Directors: Eric J. Foss, who will serve as the Chair of the Board, Catherine Dunleavy, Eileen Moore Johnson, Richard S. Stoddart and Adi Soffer Teeni. Their appointments will be effective upon the closing of the business combination between Selina and BOA Acquisition Corp., such that the public-company Board will comprise seven directors in total, including Rafael Museri and Daniel Rudasevski, the co-founders of Selina and Chief Executive Officer and Chief Growth Officer, respectively. “We’ve spent a considerable amount of time working to identify highly accomplished corporate leaders with diverse and complementary backgrounds and skill sets, as well as public company experience, to add to Selina’s board of directors,” said Rafael Museri, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Selina. “Eric, Catherine, Eileen, Rich and Adi all have impressive backgrounds and proven track records contributing to the growth of category-leading organizations like Pepsico, Nike, Caesars, Hasbro and Meta Platforms. We have no doubt their unique perspectives and knowledge of the capital markets, together with their leadership, finance, operations, marketing and technology experience, will add tremendous value to the enterprise as we grow our platform, execute our strategy to drive profitability and transition to being a publicly traded company.” Eric J. Foss has been Chairman and CEO of two Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Foss is a highly successful leader with a proven track record of driving growth, creating sustainable shareholder value, building diverse, inclusive, engaged and high-performance teams, and creating a purpose-driven legacy for global at scale companies. Mr. Foss served as Chairman of the Board of Aramark from February 2015 and served as Chief Executive Officer and President from May 2012 until his retirement in August 2019. Mr. Foss also served as Chief Executive Officer of Pepsi Beverages Company from 2010 until December 2011. He served as Chairman and CEO of the Pepsi Bottling Group from 2008 until 2010, Chief Executive Officer and President from 2006 until 2008 and as Chief Operating Officer from 2005 until 2006. Mr. Foss has broad-based public board experiences regarding governance, risk management, technology, financial oversight and strategic planning. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Cigna. He also serves as Chairman of the Board at Diversey and serves on the national Board of Directors at Back on My Feet. Catherine Dunleavy is Chief Financial Officer of JRSK, Inc., doing business as Away, a global lifestyle brand offering an array of luggage and other travel essentials built for the evolving needs of the modern traveler, where she leads finance, strategy, data, consumer insights, accounting and treasury functions. Before joining Away in 2020, Dunleavy was CFO for Nike, Inc.’s (NYSE: NKE) Global Operations and Technology Group and Vice President of Strategic Investments. In this role, she was responsible for leading Nike’s digital transformation, driving supply chain strategies and managing Nike’s largest global investments. During her tenure at Nike, she also served as CFO of the Innovation Group. Prior to Nike, Ms. Dunleavy worked at Comcast as Executive Vice President of Content Distribution of NBC Universal Media, LLC; Executive Vice President and CFO of Cable Entertainment and Production Studios at NBCUniversal Media, LLC; and Executive Audit Manager at General Electric Company (NYSE: GE). Eileen Moore Johnson currently serves as the General Manager of the Vegas Loop, the first all-electric, zero-emissions underground public transportation system. Throughout her career, Ms. Johnson has worked for and developed some of the best hospitality and gaming brands in the world, including a 21-year tenure with Caesars Entertainment, where she had oversight across four large casino resorts, including Flamingo, Harrah’s, LINQ and Cromwell. Her diverse experience spans corporate strategy, communications, operations, marketing, information technology and revenue management. Most recently, Ms. Johnson also served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for Scientific Games Corporation from June of 2020 until July of 2022. Reporting to the CEO, she led a global workforce of 9,250 employees in 34 countries and a team of approximately 110 professionals across human resource functions, including human resources business partners and operations, executive development, succession planning, compensation and benefits, talent acquisition, learning and training, and corporate social responsibility. Richard S. Stoddart is Chair of Hasbro Inc.’s (Nasdaq: HAS) Board of Directors and most recently served as the company’s interim CEO from October 2021 to February 2022. Prior to that, Mr. Stoddart served as President and CEO of InnerWorkings, Inc. (Nasdaq: INWK), a global marketing execution firm, from 2018 until its acquisition in 2020. Prior to that, Mr. Stoddart served as President of Leo Burnett North America from 2005 until he was appointed CEO in 2013, and as CEO and Global President of Leo Burnett Worldwide, one of the world’s largest advertising agencies, from 2016 to 2018. Mr. Stoddart brings to Selina extensive experience leading and driving profitable growth at global organizations, as well as strong expertise in brand-building, integrated marketing, business transformation, strategic planning, M&A, marketing supply chain management and the building of global teams. Adi Soffer Teeni has served as the Vice President and General Manager Israel, for Meta Platforms Inc., a company that builds applications and technologies that help people connect, find communities and grow businesses, since 2014. Mrs. Soffer Teeni served as the Managing Director for 888.com, the B2C division of 888 Holdings Plc, from 2008 to 2011. Prior to her time at 888 Holdings Plc, Mrs. Soffer Teeni served as Chief Executive Officer for the Kidum Group from 2002 to 2007, and for Wall Street Institute from 1998 to 2001. She also served as the Executive Chairwoman at Ginger Software, an American and Israeli start-up specializing in natural language processing and AI. Mrs. Soffer Teeni earned a Bachelor of Laws, LL.B., at Tel Aviv University in 1997 and a Master’s in Business Administration from Northwestern University and Tel Aviv University in 2003. Foss said, "On behalf of the new Directors, we are honored and excited to be joining the Board of this dynamic and innovative company at such an important time. Selina is creating a hospitality lifestyle platform like no other, and it has the potential to be the brand for a new generation of travelers. Our priorities will be to ensure that the company executes on a sustainable, commercially viable strategy for the benefit of all stakeholders and that it continues to build out its public-company infrastructure.” About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hospitality brands, built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel and work abroad. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world — from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and six continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com. Additional Information and Where to Find It This document does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed business combination between BOA and Selina (the “Business Combination”). In connection with the proposed Business Combination, Selina has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a registration statement on Form F-4 (the “Registration Statement”), which includes a preliminary proxy statement of BOA and a prospectus. Additionally, BOA has filed with the SEC a definitive proxy statement in respect of the Business Combination. The definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents will be mailed to stockholders of BOA as of August 18, 2022, for voting on the Business Combination. Stockholders of BOA and other interested persons are advised to read the definitive proxy statement and any amendments thereto because such documents contain important information about BOA, Selina and the proposed transactions. Stockholders will also be able to obtain copies of the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement without charge, by directing a request to: BOA Acquisition Corp., 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Suite T23 Management Office, Washington, D.C. 20037. These documents and BOA’s and Selina’s other filings and reports filed with the SEC can also be obtained, without charge, from the SEC’s internet site (http://www.sec.gov). INVESTMENT IN ANY SECURITIES DESCRIBED HEREIN HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED BY THE SEC OR ANY OTHER REGULATORY AUTHORITY, NOR HAS ANY AUTHORITY PASSED UPON OR ENDORSED THE MERITS OF THE OFFERING OR THE ACCURACY OR ADEQUACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE. No Offer or Solicitation This communication is for informational purpose only and not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. Participants in Solicitation BOA, Selina, and their respective directors and executive officers, other members of management and employees may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the potential transaction described in this communication under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of BOA is set forth in BOA’s and Selina’s filings with the SEC. Information regarding other persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be deemed participants in the solicitation of the stockholders in connection with the potential transaction and a description of their direct and indirect interests is set forth in the Registration Statement (and included in the definitive proxy statement) and other relevant documents when they are filed with the SEC. These documents can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above. Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Business Combination and expectations or plans of Selina’s management. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by use of terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential” or “continue,” or the negative forms of these terms or variations of them, or similar terminology. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Selina) and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Selina and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, without limitation: (1) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreements respecting the Business Combination; (2) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against BOA, Selina or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; (3) inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the stockholders of BOA or to satisfy other conditions to closing; (4) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations; (5) the ability of Selina to meet applicable listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination; (6) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Selina as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition and the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and retain its management and key employees; (8) costs related to the Business Combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that Selina may be adversely affected by other economic, business and/or competitive factors; (11) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Selina’s business and/or the ability of the parties to complete the Business Combination; and (12) other risks and uncertainties to be contained in the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement included therein. In addition, there may be additional risks that Selina does not presently know, or that Selina currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as may be required by law, Selina does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality brand targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, has announced that its hit music series, Selina International Music Summit (SIMS), will host a series of fall events this year in Portugal, Costa Rica, Morocco, Panama and more. Music has long been a core part of the Selina brand experience and SIMS showcases both emerging and established regional entertainers, giving travelers an authentic link to a destination’s culture and community. For music fans who are interested in attending a SIMS event, there are a number of events taking place worldwide: SIMS Portugal Oct. 5 in Peniche, Portugal SIMS Localight will feature performances from DJs Ritmos Cholulteka and Sea Groove and the Ocean Travelers. Guests can dance the evening away on the rooftop at Selina’s Peniche property, with free entry and happy hour prices for all attendees. Oct. 31, Peniche, Évora, Ericeira, Portugal SIMS Localight is hosting a special Halloween night in three of its locations throughout Portugal with guest DJs, specialized drinks and Halloween surprises throughout the night. Guests can join the party at Selina Peniche for a surf town getaway, Selina Évora for a trip rooted in rich history and culture and Selina Ericeira for a beach break at a property inspired by classic California beach house design. SIMS Costa Rica Oct. 8 in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica A full moon party takeover by Electric Animals sets the beat for SIMS in Costa Rica, also featuring artists like Maria Wabe, Javee, Fernando Melo and Alel. Selina Puerto Viejo is an eco-friendly oasis with a prime beachfront position. Onsite features include a swimming pool, pizza garden, beachfront bar, yoga deck and more. Offsite, guests can try standup paddleboarding through coral reefs, riding the rainforest on horseback, or trekking through Cahuita National Park. SIMS Morocco Oct. 27-30 in Agafay, Morocco SIMS Starlight takes place in the heart of the Moroccan desert with live ethnic and instrumental electronic shows, pool parties and sensational chill out sessions. Guests can dance under the stars, enjoy great music and sleep in luxury, unique tented accommodations while surrounded by the delightful view of the Moroccan desert and the blue SIMS sky. Selina Agafay opened in 2022 and takes glamping to a new level – think private pools, espresso machines, air conditioning and other creature comforts. The hotel features a restaurant, bar, nightclub, pool, yoga deck, and co-working space to support digital nomads. The hotel’s Agafay Desert location puts guests within reach of extraordinary experiences including camel rides, wellness sessions, and canyon trekking. SIMS Panama Nov. 2-6 in Playa Venao, Panama SIMS Sattalight heads to the beach in November with four days of musical magic in one of the most beautiful places on earth: Playa Venao in Panama. Global artists like Ame, Trikk and Musumeci take to the SIMS stage alongside local DJs, surrounded by the palm trees of Peninsula de Azuero’s breathtaking coastline. Selina Playa Venao is located on a picturesque beach and enjoys among the best sunsets in the Pacific. In-house features at the property include a fully equipped communal kitchen, a beachfront restaurant, a coworking space and an outdoor pool. In addition, guests can enjoy activities such as surfing, open water fishing, early morning yoga, horseback riding and a tour of nearby wildlife refuge, Isla Iguana. Additional SIMS shows in 2022 include: New York - Oct. 14 Athens, Greece - Oct. 18 Manchester, England - Oct. 27 Liverpool, England - Oct. 29 Follow @SIMSsummit to stay up to date on all upcoming events worldwide. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hotel company built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina Hospitality PLC (“Selina”), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hotel company targeting Millennial and Gen Z travelers, and BOA Acquisition Corp. (“BOA”), a special purpose acquisition company, today announced that the Registration Statement on Form F-4 (the “proxy statement”) filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) was declared effective on September 30, 2022. The proxy statement was filed with the SEC in connection with the proposed business combination between BOA and Selina announced on December 2, 2021 (the “Business Combination”). The proxy statement provides important information about BOA, Selina and the Business Combination. BOA has scheduled the Special Meeting of stockholders to seek approvals relating to the Business Combination. A record date of August 18, 2022 has been set for the determination of stockholders eligible to receive the proxy statement and vote at the Special Meeting. Distribution of the definitive proxy statement to eligible stockholders will begin in the following days. Voting is easy and can be done via touch-tone phone, internet or mail by following the instructions provided by your bank or broker. If approved by BOA’s stockholders, the parties anticipate that the Business Combination will become effective shortly after the Special Meeting, upon the satisfaction of all other closing conditions. BOA’s Board of Directors unanimously recommends that its stockholders vote “FOR” the approval of the Business Combination and the transactions contemplated thereby. “We continue the positive momentum to a record year ahead; we keep being true to our mission by connecting our brand to local guests, remote workers, and digital nomads. In the first half of this year, we increased our total revenue by 142% and occupancy by 60% compared to the same period in 2021,” said Rafael Museri, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Selina. “We opened 3,368 bedspaces within 13 properties in Greece, Australia, Portugal, Panama, the United States, Morocco and Israel. We also signed 7,374 bedspaces within 17 new properties and expansions across Australia, the United States, Greece, Mexico, Portugal, Panama and Israel. This brings the total count at the end of H1 2022 to 163 open and secured locations in 25 countries across six continents.” The Class A common stock of BOA and the publicly-traded BOA warrants currently are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbols “BOAS” and “BOAS WS”, respectively. Upon closing of the transaction, the ordinary shares of Selina are expected to be publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “SLNA” while the BOA warrants, which will be automatically assigned to and assumed by Selina, will trade under the “SLNAW” ticker symbol. Upon completion of the business combination, subject to any redemptions by the public stockholders of BOA and the payment of transaction expenses at closing, Selina expects to have approximately $54 million in PIPE proceeds, up to $231 million in cash from BOA’s trust account and $118 million from subscriptions to the $147.5 million principal amount of 6% senior unsecured convertible notes due 2026 announced on April 25, 2022 to fund operations and continue its plans to achieve profitability. If any stockholder does not receive the proxy statement, please request your voting control number from your bank or broker or, alternatively, contact Morrow Sodali LLC, BOA’s proxy solicitor, for assistance via e-mail at BOA.info@investor.morrowsodali.com or toll-free call at (800) 662-5200. The Special Meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, on October 21, 2022 via live webcast at https://www.cstproxy.com/boaacquisition/2022. Please note that you will only be able to access the Special Meeting by means of remote communication. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hotel company built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com. About BOA Acquisition Corp. BOA Acquisition Corp. (“BOA”) is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. While BOA may pursue an initial business combination target in any business or industry, it intends to focus its search on businesses that provide technological solutions and innovation to the broader real estate industry. Additional Information and Where to Find It This document does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed business combination between BOA and Selina (the “Business Combination”). In connection with the proposed Business Combination, Selina has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a registration statement on Form F-4 (the “Registration Statement”), which includes a preliminary proxy statement of BOA and a prospectus. Additionally, BOA has filed with the SEC a definitive proxy statement in respect of the Business Combination The definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents will be mailed to those stockholders of BOA as August 18, 2022 for voting on the Business Combination. Stockholders of BOA and other interested persons are advised to read the definitive proxy statement and any amendments thereto because such documents contain important information about BOA, Selina, and the proposed transactions. Stockholders will also be able to obtain copies of the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement without charge, by directing a request to: BOA Acquisition Corp., 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Suite T23 Management Office, Washington, D.C. 20037. These documents and BOA’s and Selina’s other filings and reports filed with the SEC can also be obtained, without charge, at the SEC's internet site (http://www.sec.gov). INVESTMENT IN ANY SECURITIES DESCRIBED HEREIN HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED BY THE SEC OR ANY OTHER REGULATORY AUTHORITY NOR HAS ANY AUTHORITY PASSED UPON OR ENDORSED THE MERITS OF THE OFFERING OR THE ACCURACY OR ADEQUACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE. No Offer or Solicitation This communication is for informational purpose only and not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent, or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. Participants in Solicitation BOA, Selina, and their respective directors and executive officers, other members of management and employees may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the potential transaction described in this communication under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of BOA is set forth in BOA’s and Selina’s filings with the SEC. Information regarding other persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be deemed participants in the solicitation of the stockholders in connection with the potential transaction and a description of their direct and indirect interests is set forth in the Registration Statement (and included in the definitive proxy statement) and other relevant documents when they are filed with the SEC. These documents can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above. Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Business Combination and expectations or plans of Selina’s management. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Selina), and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Selina and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, without limitation: (1) the occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreements respecting the Business Combination; (2) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against BOA, Selina, or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; (3) the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the stockholders of BOA or to satisfy other conditions to closing; (4) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations; (5) the ability of Selina to meet applicable listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination; (6) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Selina as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and retain its management and key employees; (8) costs related to the Business Combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that Selina may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (11) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Selina’s business and/or the ability of the parties to complete the Business Combination; and (12) other risks and uncertainties to be contained in the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement included therein. In addition, there may be additional risks that Selina does not presently know, or that Selina currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as may be required by law, Selina does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina Hospitality PLC (“Selina”), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hotel company targeting Millennial and Gen Z travelers, and BOA Acquisition Corp. (“BOA”), a special purpose acquisition company, today announced that the Registration Statement on Form F-4 (the “proxy statement”) filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) was declared effective on September 30, 2022. The proxy statement was filed with the SEC in connection with the proposed business combination between BOA and Selina announced on December 2, 2021 (the “Business Combination”). The proxy statement provides important information about BOA, Selina and the Business Combination. BOA has scheduled the Special Meeting of stockholders to seek approvals relating to the Business Combination. A record date of August 18, 2022 has been set for the determination of stockholders eligible to receive the proxy statement and vote at the Special Meeting. Distribution of the definitive proxy statement to eligible stockholders will begin in the following days. Voting is easy and can be done via touch-tone phone, internet or mail by following the instructions provided by your bank or broker. If approved by BOA’s stockholders, the parties anticipate that the Business Combination will become effective shortly after the Special Meeting, upon the satisfaction of all other closing conditions. BOA’s Board of Directors unanimously recommends that its stockholders vote “FOR” the approval of the Business Combination and the transactions contemplated thereby. “We continue the positive momentum to a record year ahead; we keep being true to our mission by connecting our brand to local guests, remote workers, and digital nomads. In the first half of this year, we increased our total revenue by 142% and occupancy by 60% compared to the same period in 2021,” said Rafael Museri, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Selina. “We opened 3,368 bedspaces within 13 properties in Greece, Australia, Portugal, Panama, the United States, Morocco and Israel. We also signed 7,374 bedspaces within 17 new properties and expansions across Australia, the United States, Greece, Mexico, Portugal, Panama and Israel. This brings the total count at the end of H1 2022 to 163 open and secured locations in 25 countries across six continents.” The Class A common stock of BOA and the publicly-traded BOA warrants currently are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbols “BOAS” and “BOAS WS”, respectively. Upon closing of the transaction, the ordinary shares of Selina are expected to be publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “SLNA” while the BOA warrants, which will be automatically assigned to and assumed by Selina, will trade under the “SLNAW” ticker symbol. Upon completion of the business combination, subject to any redemptions by the public stockholders of BOA and the payment of transaction expenses at closing, Selina expects to have approximately $54 million in PIPE proceeds, up to $231 million in cash from BOA’s trust account and $118 million from subscriptions to the $147.5 million principal amount of 6% senior unsecured convertible notes due 2026 announced on April 25, 2022 to fund operations and continue its plans to achieve profitability. If any stockholder does not receive the proxy statement, please request your voting control number from your bank or broker or, alternatively, contact Morrow Sodali LLC, BOA’s proxy solicitor, for assistance via e-mail at BOA.info@investor.morrowsodali.com or toll-free call at (800) 662-5200. The Special Meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, on October 21, 2022 via live webcast at https://www.cstproxy.com/boaacquisition/2022. Please note that you will only be able to access the Special Meeting by means of remote communication. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hotel company built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel, work and play. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com. About BOA Acquisition Corp. BOA Acquisition Corp. (“BOA”) is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. While BOA may pursue an initial business combination target in any business or industry, it intends to focus its search on businesses that provide technological solutions and innovation to the broader real estate industry. Additional Information and Where to Find It This document does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed business combination between BOA and Selina (the “Business Combination”). In connection with the proposed Business Combination, Selina has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a registration statement on Form F-4 (the “Registration Statement”), which includes a preliminary proxy statement of BOA and a prospectus. Additionally, BOA has filed with the SEC a definitive proxy statement in respect of the Business Combination The definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents will be mailed to those stockholders of BOA as August 18, 2022 for voting on the Business Combination. Stockholders of BOA and other interested persons are advised to read the definitive proxy statement and any amendments thereto because such documents contain important information about BOA, Selina, and the proposed transactions. Stockholders will also be able to obtain copies of the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement without charge, by directing a request to: BOA Acquisition Corp., 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Suite T23 Management Office, Washington, D.C. 20037. These documents and BOA’s and Selina’s other filings and reports filed with the SEC can also be obtained, without charge, at the SEC's internet site (http://www.sec.gov). INVESTMENT IN ANY SECURITIES DESCRIBED HEREIN HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED BY THE SEC OR ANY OTHER REGULATORY AUTHORITY NOR HAS ANY AUTHORITY PASSED UPON OR ENDORSED THE MERITS OF THE OFFERING OR THE ACCURACY OR ADEQUACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE. No Offer or Solicitation This communication is for informational purpose only and not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent, or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. Participants in Solicitation BOA, Selina, and their respective directors and executive officers, other members of management and employees may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the potential transaction described in this communication under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of BOA is set forth in BOA’s and Selina’s filings with the SEC. Information regarding other persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be deemed participants in the solicitation of the stockholders in connection with the potential transaction and a description of their direct and indirect interests is set forth in the Registration Statement (and included in the definitive proxy statement) and other relevant documents when they are filed with the SEC. These documents can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above. Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Business Combination and expectations or plans of Selina’s management. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Selina), and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Selina and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, without limitation: (1) the occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreements respecting the Business Combination; (2) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against BOA, Selina, or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; (3) the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the stockholders of BOA or to satisfy other conditions to closing; (4) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations; (5) the ability of Selina to meet applicable listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination; (6) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Selina as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and retain its management and key employees; (8) costs related to the Business Combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that Selina may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (11) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Selina’s business and/or the ability of the parties to complete the Business Combination; and (12) other risks and uncertainties to be contained in the Registration Statement and the definitive proxy statement included therein. In addition, there may be additional risks that Selina does not presently know, or that Selina currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as may be required by law, Selina does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality brand targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, issued its inaugural Environmental, Social and Governance, or “ESG” report today, with robust reporting of tangible progress made in 2021. With environmental and social consciousness in its DNA and “impact” among its five core values, Selina’s operating philosophy fuels ESG initiatives rooted in care for the planet, starting with its host communities. In 2021, the company focused on setting a baseline for achieving its long-term ESG goals, putting in place a comprehensive infrastructure to enhance its mission and measure its impact on people and the planet. This effort allowed the company to establish a set of achievable medium-term goals, including the launch of a pilot program to measure its greenhouse gas emissions – which launched this year with plans to extend it to 100% of Selina’s operations by 2024. Demonstrating the company’s strong progress in 2021, Selina’s entire 10-property Costa Rica portfolio was certified net-zero for carbon emissions. To achieve this distinction, the company implemented a number of practices that align to standards set forth by the 100% Carbon Neutral® International Program, The Envira Amazonia Tropical Forest Conservation Program and The Hotel Carbon Measurement Initiative. Moreover, the company is making progress on its goal to reduce paper waste by implementing technology and enhancing its app to support paperless check-in. In 2021, 30 percent of check-ins were completed through the app, and Selina completed an update in 2022 with the intention of supporting 80 percent of check-ins. On the social front, Selina continues to advance its mission of fostering meaningful connections. In 2021, 66 percent of guests and 80 percent of employees reported meeting a friend during their stays. Selina CEO and Co-Founder Rafael Museri said, “Selina was born out of a desire to celebrate the nomadic lifestyle by giving guests the chance to experience our planet's most beautiful places, to build community, to engage with locals and fellow travelers, to work and enjoy new adventures. Doing all of this while mitigating our carbon footprint is key to our efforts to be a responsible corporate citizen, delivering value in a way that goes beyond the bottom line. We’ve taken considerable time to determine how best to establish an ESG program that reflects our mission and enables us to increase and measure our impact over time, and we look forward to continuing to build on these efforts.” To that end, Selina also detailed some of the progress it has made advancing its ESG initiatives in 2022. It has expanded its measurement of greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption to 20 locations in six countries, as well as eliminated single-use plastic at 30 percent of its properties with a goal of eliminating usage entirely by 2025. Added Maya Federman, Selina’s Director of ESG, “Selina has implemented a number of diverse initiatives related to ESG matters over the last eight years, and in 2021 we took it a step further, consolidating these efforts under a single vision that can be evolved over time. In launching our formal ESG program and releasing our inaugural report, we are holding ourselves accountable to the standards we are setting to maximize our social impact, minimize our environmental footprint and operate with high standards of corporate governance.” Additional highlights of the report include: Environmental All 10 Costa Rica locations are certified net zero for carbon emissions by the 100% Carbon Neutral® International Program. This program serves as a model for all other Selina locations to start measuring their greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption. Selina uses a circular economy approach, growing not through new construction, but by leveraging adaptive reuse to breathe new life into existing buildings and upcycling and/or recycling furniture and other valuable pieces of inventory. Waste management initiatives range from reducing single-use plastics to converting to an app-based check-in process to reduce paper usage, as well as providing water re-filling stations and reusable drinkware to limit the use of disposable materials. Social Selina continues to make meaningful progress advancing its mission to deliver destinations that positively impact people, communities and local businesses by creating new jobs and facilitating connections through authentic programming, experiences and educational initiatives. In 2021, this programming included workshops, fundraising initiatives, crisis responses, community service projects, women’s empowerment programs, and LGBTQ2+, DEI and animal protection activities. The Selina Gives Back Hospitality Program promotes economic opportunity for all by providing free job training programs to unemployed local community members in vulnerable situations or who face challenges accessing higher education. In 2021, approximately 87% of graduates went on to pursue further study or found employment in the hospitality industry. Selina conducted nearly 800 Impact Programs in 2021, where employees volunteer in their host communities to respond to needs based on interviews the team conducts with local stakeholders. These programs were active in 14 countries, benefitting more than 28,000 people and resulting in the donation of more than 10,500 employee hours. Governance As part of Selina’s efforts to become public company ready, the company is building out a Board of Directors comprising diverse perspectives from highly qualified executives with backgrounds in tech, hospitality, real estate, marketing and other relevant fields. Selina has committed to a goal of achieving at least 30 percent diversity of Board membership with plans to appoint at least two directors who self-identify as female and one who self-identifies as either an underrepresented minority or LGBTQ2+ before or within the first year after the closing of its planned business combination and public listing this year. Selina is working to codify the business and ethical principles that will govern all aspects of its business going forward as part of a new Code of Conduct to be rolled out in 2022. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest hospitality brands built to address the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel and work abroad. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality brand targeting Millennial and Gen Z travelers, announced today that it celebrated the opening of eight new properties in Greece, Australia, Portugal, Panama, the United States, Morocco and Israel during the second quarter of 2022. It also signed eight new properties, a 17% increase from Q1 2021, in Australia, USA, Greece, Mexico, Portugal, Panama and Israel, during the same period. These new properties advance the company’s mission to redefine the future of travel by creating destination experiences that strongly resonate with a large and underserved traveler cohort that spends approximately $350 billion per year on travel, according to Selina’s estimates. Collectively, these new signings and property openings cap a highly productive quarter for Selina that included the launch of an enhanced app to bolster the guest experience and connection, as well as a partnership with TechnoArt to provide digital nomads with the guidance, support and resources to grow and scale their businesses. Moreover, the company announced the appointment of Eyal Amzallag as Chief Operations Officer and Lena Katz as Chief Technology Officer to further advance its efforts to build a highly experienced executive team that brings diverse perspectives from relevant industries. With these openings and signings, Selina expands its portfolio to 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and six continents. Selina also continues to enhance its operating platform as the company progresses toward profitability. Rafael Museri, Selina’s Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are excited to continue Selina’s expansion across six continents, enabling us to further immerse our brand’s programming, events, recreation, restaurants and nightlife into the fabric of local communities with destinations that are authentic and relevant to locals and travelers alike. In doing so, we are able to create value for local real estate owners, jobs for local residents and dynamic, engaging travel experiences for our loyal network of adventure seekers, remote workers, and digital nomads. The breadth of our portfolio and customer base together with the improvements we're making to our platform help to drive revenue during high and low travel seasons and give us confidence that we will continue to be able to scale responsibly and in a sustainable manner over the coming years.” The eight newly-opened properties include: Selina Paros, Greece: The picture-perfect Selina Paros is nestled on the world-renowned kitesurfing destination, Pounda Bay, opposite the tranquil island of Antiparos and just a short ride from the airport and the main port at Parikia. Just a 20-minute flight or a 2.5-hour ferry ride from Athens, this cultural Greek gem is made up of traditional white buildings, crystal blue waters and vibrant nightlife. Onsite features include kitesurfing, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding activities, an outdoor pool with a sea-view cocktail bar, a rooftop restaurant, a wellness studio, a yoga deck, a curated calendar of music events, and a comfortable coworking space. Selina Brisbane, Australia: Whether guests want to head to Kangaroo Point for breathtaking views and an adrenaline-inducing abseiling session, go kayaking along the river, explore Moreton Island, or catch rays and people watch on Streets beach, Selina Brisbane puts them at the center of the action. Located within walking distance of Roma Street Station and Suncorp Stadium, Selina Brisbane offers a full range of freshly renovated ensuite rooms. Visitors can choose stunning private accommodations or bunk up in one of the property’s state-of-the-art community rooms. On-site features include a restaurant and bar, an outdoor cinema terrace, complimentary WiFi, a coworking space, a library nook, and a fully equipped shared kitchen complete with two ovens plus all the tools needed to create meals that taste just like home. Selina Evora, Portugal: Located near Porta de Alconchel’s medieval walls, guests can immerse themselves in fascinating history and rich culture at Selina Evora. Just 10 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage Site and city center, visitors can spend their days wandering through the narrow streets lined with white houses and explore the inspiring cathedral and cloisters, the Giraldo square, and the grand columns of Templo Romano, as well as sample local delicacies, taste traditional Alentejan cuisine, or venture out to rustic wineries and sip on Portuguese blends while taking in breathtaking views. On-site features include a pool and bar, a restaurant, a cafe, a wellness and fitness center, and a coworking space. Selina Boquete, Panama, Panama: Escape to Panama’s western mountains and disconnect in nature at Selina Boquete. Located in the heart of Panama's coffee region in the shadow of the Barú Volcano, Selina Boquete is situated on the town’s main street and close to some of the best coffee shops and restaurants in the area. With a cool climate perfect for exploring nature, guests can choose from a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, climbing, rafting, hot springs, and coffee farm tours, or unwind at Selina, by the peaceful river that runs through the hotel. With this location, Selina is demonstrating its continued commitment to the country and community where it got its start. On-site facilities include a beautiful wellness area, the only coworking space in town, a restaurant, a garden, a shared kitchen and a grab-and-go. Selina Washington, D.C., USA: Selina Union Market houses 106 rooms of mixed accommodations, including suites, standard rooms, micro bedrooms and shared-style accommodations. Each space allows guests to personalize their stay based on privacy preference, comfort, and budget – a unique lodging experience the average hotel does not offer. The property also includes multiple open-floor coworking spaces and private meeting rooms, an all-day restaurant, four rentable artist studios, a cinema room, a common kitchen, an onsite wellness studio, a downstairs cellar for dancing, and an expansive rooftop with stunning city views and amazing cocktails. Selina Agafay, Morocco: Tucked away in the heart of the Atlas Mountains just 30-kilometers south of Marrakech, Selina Nomad Camp Agafay offers a desert oasis of peace and tranquility. Guests can embrace stillness on a trek through the mountains, visit local Berber villages or enjoy a hot air balloon or camel ride. Adrenaline seekers can race across the dunes on a quad bike or buggy to appreciate the desert's natural beauty. Selina’s rustic glamping accommodations allow visitors to sleep under the stars and connect with nature, with several tents boasting a private pool. Other on-site features include a restaurant and bar, two swimming pools, a coworking space, a shared kitchen, massage tents and a yoga tent. Selina Desert Garden, Israel: An adventure in nature like no other, Selina Desert Garden Ramon offers guests a unique accommodation experience inside the Ramon crater – the largest erosion crater in Israel. With 20 glamping tents scattered throughout the property and a large Bedouin tent, guests can enjoy a serene escape in nature away from the hustle of everyday life. On-site features include outdoor lounge areas, a coffee house, a pizza bar, small pools, a tour desk and a dedicated wellness space. Guests can enjoy a delicious dinner at the restaurant on the weekends, or contact the hotel to book in advance and treat themselves to a midweek meal. Selina Metula, Israel: Wander off the beaten track to the remote town of Metula, Selina's destination in the northernmost point of Israel. Set amongst the sweeping landscapes of Mount Hermon, Israel’s only ski site, Mantur Metula sits on bustling Harishonim Street at the heart of this red-roofed town, framed by fruit trees and a peaceful stream. With historical sites, local cuisine, mesmerizing waterfalls and an orchard right on Selina Metula’s doorstep, visitors don't need to go far to find adventure. On-site facilities include a restaurant and bar, a pool, a cinema room, and a spa and wellness space, as well as the only coworking space in town. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest lifestyle and experiential hospitality brands built to address the needs of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel and work abroad. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 163 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com. About BOA Acquisition Corp. BOA Acquisition Corp. is a newly organized blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. While BOA may pursue an initial business combination target in any business or industry, it intends to focus its search on businesses that provide technological solutions and innovation to the broader real estate industry. Additional Information and Where to Find It This document does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed business combination between BOA and Selina (the “Business Combination”). In connection with the proposed Business Combination, Selina intends to file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a registration statement on Form F-4 (the “Registration Statement”), which will include a preliminary proxy statement of BOA and a prospectus. The definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents will be mailed to stockholders of BOA as of a record date to be established for voting on the Business Combination. Stockholders of BOA and other interested persons are advised to read, when available, the preliminary proxy statement and amendments thereto, and the definitive proxy statement because these documents will contain important information about BOA, Selina, and the proposed transactions. Stockholders will also be able to obtain copies of the Registration Statement and the proxy statement/prospectus once they are available, without charge, by directing a request to: BOA Acquisition Corp., 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Suite T23 Management Office, Washington, D.C. 20037. These documents, once available, and BOA’s other filings and reports filed with the SEC can also be obtained, without charge, at the SEC’s internet site (http://www.sec.gov). INVESTMENT IN ANY SECURITIES DESCRIBED HEREIN HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED BY THE SEC OR ANY OTHER REGULATORY AUTHORITY NOR HAS ANY AUTHORITY PASSED UPON OR ENDORSED THE MERITS OF THE OFFERING OR THE ACCURACY OR ADEQUACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE. No Offer or Solicitation This communication is for informational purpose only and not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent, or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. Participants in Solicitation BOA, Selina, and their respective directors and executive officers, other members of management and employees may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the potential transaction described in this communication under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of BOA is set forth in BOA’s filings with the SEC. Information regarding other persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be deemed participants in the solicitation of the stockholders in connection with the potential transaction and a description of their direct and indirect interests will be set forth in the Registration Statement (and will be included in the proxy statement/prospectus) and other relevant documents when they are filed with the SEC. These documents can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above. Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Business Combination and expectations or plans of Selina’s management. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Selina), and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Selina and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, without limitation: (1) the occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreements respecting the Business Combination; (2) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against BOA, Selina, or others following the announcement of the Business Combination; (3) the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the stockholders of BOA or to satisfy other conditions to closing; (4) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations; (5) the ability of Selina to meet applicable listing standards following the consummation of the Business Combination; (6) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Selina as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and retain its management and key employees; (8) costs related to the Business Combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that Selina may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (11) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Selina’s business and/or the ability of the parties to complete the Business Combination; and (12) other risks and uncertainties to be contained in the proxy statement/prospectus filed after the date hereof. In addition, there may be additional risks that Selina does not presently know, or that Selina currently believes are immaterial, that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as may be required by law, Selina does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality brand targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, has opened Selina Serenity Rawai Phuket in Thailand's famed island that is home to some of the country's most popular beaches and resorts. The hotel — which is the first Selina to be fully operational in Southeast Asia — expands the brand's global footprint, which consists of a portfolio of 155 open and secured properties designed for digital nomads and modern travelers. Selina Phuket features all the unique elements and offerings that make Selina one of today’s most dynamic and forward-thinking hospitality brands. Located on the coastline of Rawai, a village in southeast Phuket, the hotel offers guests direct beach access and features stunning views of the Andaman Sea. Famed for its long-tailed boats, the Sea Gypsies Fish Market, beach volleyball and seafood restaurants, Rawai Beach is an ideal location for adventure seekers, digital nomads and travel enthusiasts alike. The hotel, which is a collection of uniquely designed buildings, creates a collaborative beachfront compound that brings guests, expats and Thailand's growing entrepreneurial community together. Surrounded by beautiful art installations, places to relax, read, and practice wellness, Selina Phuket is a destination for self-discovery, togetherness and soaking in the beauty of the scenery around you. The hotel features an expansive 24-hour waterfront coworking facility with a private pool, a stunning rooftop yoga and wellness center that overlooks sea, an onsite beach club, and HOWM Beach Bar and Kitchen a cafe restaurant with rooftop seating and panoramic water views that serves a Latin Thai fusion concept as well as an all-day classic brunch menu with a focus on healthy quality produce and quality barista coffee. Selina Phuket boasts 52 rooms of mixed accommodations, including ocean view suites, one and two bedroom apartments, private cabanas with outdoor seating, standard rooms, and shared-style accommodation. Each space allows guests to personalize their stay based on privacy preference, comfort, and budget – a unique lodging experience the average hotel does not offer. The property also includes a beachfront pool deck, a cinema room, a common kitchen and a wide variety of programming and wellness activities such as beachside yoga, new and full moon gatherings, healing modalities, and detox packages. As a brand focused on supporting communities, Selina Phuket is an attractive new spot for Thailand's growing digital nomad community and area residents and visitors looking for alternative ways to stay, play and work. Introductory room rates vary depending on seasonality, but Cabanas (which sleep two guests) start from $51 USD per night. Selina also will offer community accommodation that will be ready later in 2022 and will begin at $25 per night for a bed in one of the shared-style rooms. To celebrate its opening, Selina Phuket is offering 20% off accommodation for three nights or more, plus free access to the co-work facility now through September 30,2022. More information about Selina's worldwide locations can be found here. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest hospitality brands built to address the needs of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel and work abroad. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 155 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality brand targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, today announces a global partnership with Redefine Meat™, the global pioneer of New-Meat™. The collaboration represents one of the largest and most ambitious hospitality plant-based initiatives with Redefine Meat, kicking off Selina's ultimate goal of shifting menus to greater plant-based options, with 100% of Selina’s menus available plant-based. For Redefine Meat, the collaboration marks another milestone in its rapidly-growing portfolio of customers, opening up New-Meat to a much broader global audience as part of its pursuit of becoming the world’s largest meat company. Adopted commercially by some of the world’s leading chefs, Redefine Meat’s New-Meat has taken the culinary world by storm, achieving a level of product quality comparable to high-quality animal meat in terms of taste, texture and aroma. With menus beginning in July 2022, the first two Selina restaurants to feature New-Meat include Selina Tel Aviv Beach in Israel, and Selina Camden, London, UK. Featuring dishes such as the PowerPlant burger with smashed avocado, Korean style pulled Redefine Beef brisket taco and Shakshuka with spicy merguez sausage, Selina chefs are now utilizing New-Meat products including Redefine beef and lamb Redefine Flank cuts, as well as premium-quality burgers, sausages, lamb kebabs and ground beef - all without animal-based ingredients. Rafael Museri, Selina's co-founder and Chief Executive Officer commented, "The Selina brand has strong ESG values, ​which is crucial to our young and environmentally-conscious audience. As a result, we always challenge ourselves to push the boundaries of the conventional hospitality market, to ensure that we continue to provide guests with truly unique and high quality, sustainable, experiences. Our partnership with Redefine Meat marks an exciting and important milestone – perfectly supporting our commitment to move the portfolio towards more plant-based menus, with 100% of our menus available plant based at all our locations globally around the world.” "We’re working towards fulfilling a grand vision, which is to make Redefine Meat the largest meat company in the world – and our collaboration with Selina allows us to bring New-Meat to a much broader global audience and take another step towards that," said Eshchar Ben-Shitrit, CEO, and co-founder of Redefine Meat. "We are truly excited to have found a perfect partner in Selina, and the opportunity to bring a range of culinary New-Meat experiences to Selina's guests, whether they be vegetarians, vegans, or meat-eaters who care about the environment." Both Selina and Redefine Meat share a joint vision of environmental responsibility, appealing to an audience that likes to eat well and enjoy life in a sustainable manner. Selina caters to the needs of a growing segment of travelers, digital nomads, and remote workers, and is hyper-focused on making a long-term positive change in the communities that host them. Redefine Meat caused a global revolution by commercially launching the world’s first premium New-Meat cuts made from plants, while also offering a wide portfolio of burgers, sausages, kebabs, and mince. Using a range of breakthrough technologies, ranging from material science to additive manufacturing and artificial intelligence, all Redefine Meat products are made from non-GMO, plant-based ingredients, contain no cholesterol, and do not use any animal or animal by-products - all while saving up to 96% in water usage, requiring 98% less land and generating up to 91% less Greenhouse Gas emissions when compared to today’s beef production. Redefine Meat’s New-Meat is currently commercially available in hundreds of restaurants, delis, and butcher shops across Israel, UK, the Netherlands and Germany. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest hospitality brands built to address the needs of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel and work abroad. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 155 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. About Redefine Meat Founded in 2018, Redefine Meat™ is on a mission to offer New-Meat™ with the same flavour, texture, and versatility as animal meat, by harnessing technology instead of animals. Aiming to become the world’s largest meat company, Redefine Meat creates a wide range of premium meat products using plant-based ingredients – offering the world a new type of delicious meat, that’s good for the environment, and kind to animals. Using a range of proprietary and patented technologies and working closely with global chefs and meat experts, Redefine Meat has developed a category-defining New-Meat product portfolio that spans minced meat products and whole cuts that offer the same flavor, taste and texture as animal meat. These products are now commercially available within food services in the UK, Germany, Netherlands, and Israel. Redefine Meat is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel, and has over 200 employees. For more information, please visit www.redefinemeat.com.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality brand targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, and non-profit, global advocacy movement #WorkAnywhere announced today the results from their first-of-its-kind “Social Connection in Remote Work” (SCRW) research study, which found that coworking spaces are the most socially fulfilling work locations for the modern workforce. The study was conducted to understand the factors that contribute to social fulfillment at work and identify drivers of loneliness for remote workers. Developed in partnership with world-class researchers, Dr. Constance Hadley of Boston University and Dr. Sarah Wright of the University of Canterbury, the SCRW study collected and analyzed data focused on feelings towards remote work and loneliness from 1,057 remote workers who had experienced co-working spaces to effectively compare them against home and the office. Key findings include: There is a link between working from home and loneliness: ‘Most lonely’ employees spend more time working from home (77.2%) than ‘least lonely’ employees (64.1%). ‘Home’ ranks lowest when employees rate how socially fulfilling they find their primary work location. ‘Most lonely’ employees spend more time working from home (77.2%) than ‘least lonely’ employees (64.1%). ‘Home’ ranks lowest when employees rate how socially fulfilling they find their primary work location. Co-working spaces were reported as the most socially fulfilling work locations (even more than offices!): 42% of all respondents said they feel most socially fulfilled and connected to other people in ‘third spaces’ (compared to 33% ‘in office’ and 26% ‘at home’). When asked which ‘third space’ they feel most socially fulfilled and connected to other people, an overwhelming majority of 60.7% said ‘co-working spaces.’ 42% of all respondents said they feel most socially fulfilled and connected to other people in ‘third spaces’ (compared to 33% ‘in office’ and 26% ‘at home’). When asked which ‘third space’ they feel most socially fulfilled and connected to other people, an overwhelming majority of 60.7% said ‘co-working spaces.’ Workers yearn to make social connections throughout the workday: 68% of respondents believe making social connections during the workday is important. 59.7% of respondents want to make stronger personal connections with ‘neighbors and people in the community.’ 68% of respondents believe making social connections during the workday is important. 59.7% of respondents want to make stronger personal connections with ‘neighbors and people in the community.’ “Organizations are struggling with how to create a sense of belonging to combat employee loneliness and disconnection. This research examines what steps organizations, policymakers, and workers can take post-pandemic to bolster social connectivity and well-being at work, no matter where it is conducted,” said Dr. Hadley. She continued, “Importantly, the results pertain to not just organizational employees but also to the large numbers of contractors and freelancers who contribute to our global economy.” In a separate guest survey conducted by Selina, results indicated that approximately 65% of its surveyed guests are hybrid or remote workers, with a majority traveling alone. To ensure guests feel socially fulfilled throughout their stay, Selina offers a variety of unique features that foster connection and promote networking, including multiple open floor workspaces and private meeting rooms, restaurants and bars, pop-up events, tours and seminars, rentable artist studios, common kitchens, onsite wellness studios and more. It is due to this commitment to building engaging remote worker communities that #WorkAnywhere approached Selina to partner on this research study. “Since our founding, Selina has designed its accommodations to foster connections between adventurous professionals and create unique and collaborative spaces for today’s digital nomads. We partnered with #WorkAnywhere on the SCRW survey to shed light on the important issue of loneliness amongst remote workers and reinforce the importance of having dedicated environments and programs that promote togetherness,” said Rafi Museri, CEO of Selina. “Remote work does not have to be isolating, and the results of our #WorkAnywhere survey reinforce the benefits to health, well-being, and overall mood that can result from working alongside others in alternative environments.” According to the Campaign to End Loneliness website, loneliness is estimated to shorten one’s lifespan by up to 15 years and may cause serious ailments including strokes, heart disease, dementia and more. It also impacts attitudes towards work, and the SCRW study found that the ‘most lonely’ employees think about leaving their job more often than the ‘least lonely’ employees. “After two years of lockdowns and social distancing, many people associate remote work with isolation and disconnection. Those advocating for a widespread return-to-office have cited loneliness as a key reason,” said Ben Marks, Founder & CEO of #WorkAnywhere. “This study was launched to answer this crucial question with hard data, and we hope it will help policymakers and businesses protect and empower workers.” This is not the first time that Selina has partnered with #WorkAnywhere to address the issue of loneliness amongst remote employees. In February 2022, the company participated in an EU Parliament Roundtable event titled, “The Need for Community in a Remote Economy” with fellow leaders, entrepreneurs and academics from around the globe. Together they discussed best practices on combating isolation amongst remote workers and how to shape, influence and approach public policy and corporate leadership for this growing, and often overlooked community. For more information on the study and its results, visit www.workanywhere.org/social-connection-in-remote-work. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest hospitality brands built to address the needs of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel and work abroad. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes over 155 open or secured properties across 25 countries and 6 continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a definitive merger agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. For further information on Selina, visit www.selina.com or check out @selina on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. About #WorkAnywhere The #WorkAnywhere Campaign is the global advocacy movement representing remote & hybrid workers. Launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, which triggered a 600% increase in remote working, #WorkAnywhere has reached more than 150 million people. The campaign has hosted policy sessions with the European Parliament, European Commission, Microsoft, Zoom, Selina, Remote and others on life-work balance and workplace loneliness. Their groundbreaking research project, ‘Social Connection in Remote Work’, is the first-ever study exploring workplace loneliness that incorporates data from non-home remote work environments. Their upcoming research initiatives explore life-work balance and gender violence in the remote workforce. #WorkAnywhere is committed to empowering workers and unlocking the societal benefits of remote work such as lowering the cost of living, increasing economic opportunities for women and reducing pollution. For more information, go to the #WorkAnywhere website or check out their TikTok, Facebook and Instagram pages.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality brand targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, continues to focus on the user experience with its latest update to the Selina app. The app, available on iOS and Android, features several enhancements, from a new guest connection feature to an improved user booking experience and personalization capabilities. By creating global travel experiences designed to serve the vastly underserved millennial and Gen Z markets, Selina is tapping into a growing cohort of travelers that prioritize authenticity and connection, seeking the ability to travel more often and more freely. On average, 66% of guests meet a friend during their stays, reflecting the effectiveness of Selina’s community-centered hospitality platform, which also impacts guest satisfaction, as evidenced by a superior Net Promoter Score for Selina. Selina anticipates over two million visitors in 2022, and the new app enhancements should help increase the percentage of direct sales above the current 50% average. Key app updates: Upon confirmation of booking, guests can opt in to find out who else is staying at the Selina property during their trip, helping to facilitate the company’s mission of curating meaningful connections. Those who choose to participate can see the first name, photo, and nationality of fellow guests before arrival, making for a helpful ice breaker when crossing paths on property. Notifications on the hotel’s upcoming events and calendar of activities assist travelers in planning unforgettable experiences. The app’s personalized home screen now adjusts content based on language and geolocation, providing guests with key information related to their upcoming stays, with intel like weather forecasts and more. Other updates to the app's booking flow and integration of the brand’s loyalty token program help to drive a seamless purchase experience, supporting direct bookings. “Our entire platform is designed to inspire meaningful connections, and by adding the capability for our guests to connect with each other and form relationships leading into their stays, we’re creating the opportunities for them to have even more impactful experiences that lead to lifelong friendships,” said Global Chief Marketing Officer Elad Nir. “As a lifestyle brand, the Selina experience is about much more than finding a place to stay, it’s about immersing yourself in a local culture and connecting with like-minded individuals. This is central to what Millennial and Gen Z travelers look for, and the updates we’ve made to our app enhance our ability to meet and exceed their expectations. It also demonstrates our commitment to further integrating technology into the fabric of our business.” The update to the app further demonstrates Selina’s commitment to enhancing its proprietary tech platform, enabling Selina to scale quickly, operate efficiently, and continue building direct sales, which represent over half of bookings to date. Selina is leveraging its proprietary technology across varied facets of the business, such as: Tech-Enabled Operations – Selina’s locations can be fully cashless with remotely monitored utility costs and the ability to predict maintenance issues from our headquarters. Owned Property Management System (PMS) – Selina’s owned, and flexible PMS can create and sell alternative products like subscriptions, co-working packages, tokens and more. Selina Exchange – Selina’s platform can exchange unsold rooms to content providers like musicians, artists and yoga instructors, which reduces programming costs. Proprietary Real Estate Sourcing - Selina leverages its proprietary technology to identify and renovate underperforming hotels in partnership with local real estate owners, who cover 90% of conversion costs, and artisans, who embed a local cultural influence, to create destinations that combine the comfort and style of a boutique hotel with coworking facilities and local social experiences, generally driving significant increases in revenue compared to a property’s prior operations. About Selina Selina is one of the world's largest hospitality brands built to address the needs of millennial and Gen Z travelers, blending beautifully designed accommodation with coworking, recreation, wellness, and local experiences. Custom-built for today's nomadic traveler, Selina provides guests with a global infrastructure to seamlessly travel and work abroad. Founded in 2014, each Selina property is designed in partnership with local artists, creators, and tastemakers, breathing new life into existing buildings in interesting locations around the world – from urban cities to remote beaches and jungles. Selina's portfolio includes 155 open or secured properties across 25 countries and six continents. On December 2, 2021, Selina entered into a business combination agreement with BOA Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: BOAS), the closing of which, which is subject to customary conditions, will result in Selina becoming a publicly listed company. To learn more, visit www.selina.com or follow Selina on Instagram, Facebook or YouTube. Download the Selina app on the App Store or Google Play. To explore Selina real estate partnership opportunities, please contact partnerships@selina.com