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From February 8 – 15, 2021, travelers can save an additional 10% per person on select itineraries and expedition suites through 2023

SEATTLE, Feb. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hurtigruten, the world leader in exploration travel, has announced their second annual North America «Suites for your Sweet» sale, offering an additional 10% off per person on expedition cruise suites on select itineraries through 2023.  North American travelers can celebrate now and explore later a variety of destinations with their sweet including Antarctica, the Caribbean, Norway and more. Guests must book between February 8 and February 15, 2021 by contacting a local travel agent, visiting or www.hurtigruten.com/offers/suites-for-your-sweet/ or by calling Hurtigruten at 1-866-679-8305.

«The suite experience with Hurtigruten provides well-appointed accommodations with expansive windows and balconies, and in some cases a private hot tub, offering the best views of the destinations we visit that are perfect to share with fellow travelers,» said John Downey, president of Hurtigruten Americas. «Suite guests can look forward to a warm welcome, including a small gift from us upon arrival, two comfortable bathrobes and detailed touches like a traditional Norwegian blanket to cozy up with.»

The Suites for your Sweet offer is available on a select number of itineraries including voyages on the world’s two first hybrid electric powered ships, MS Roald Amundsen and MS Fridtjof Nansen.  Love will be on the sea and in the air as guests explore destinations including:

Alaska and British Columbia – Travelers can explore Alaska’s wild landscapes in the Misty Fjords Icy Bay and Aleutian Islands as they keep an eye out for brown and black bears and bald eagles. Hurtigruten takes guests to the frontier towns of Wrangell, Sitka and Nome, providing a look at the history of early settlers.

Highlights of Antarctica – Guests can snuggle up as they take in Antarctica’s ice wilderness, stunning landscapes and heart-warming wildlife including world-famous penguins and whales.  Active excursions take explorers to the places others cannot access, allowing guests to get up, close and personal with nature without disturbing the natural habitat.

The Scottish Isles – Explores can warm up with authentic Scottish whiskies, straight from the barrel, as they discover the Inner and Outer Hebrides, Orkney Islands and Shetland Islands. Native wild life, including a variety of bird species, will present themselves in St. Kilda and Treshnish Isles.

Travelers can always feel confident booking thanks to Hurtigruten’s Book With Confidence cancellation policy. To learn more about the Suites for Your Sweet offer, future guests can contact a local travel agent, visit  www.hurtigruten.com/offers/suites-for-your-sweet/ or call Hurtigruten at 1-866-679-8305. 

About Hurtigruten 
Hurtigruten is the world leader in exploration travel. As the largest cruise operator in polar waters, and with 126 years of know-how, they offer immersive experiences to some of the world’s most pristine and remote destinations, including Antarctica, Alaska, Arctic Canada and the Northwest Passage, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Svalbard, and more. Hurtigruten’s fleet consists of 14 expedition ships, custom built for adventure travel, including two of the world’s first hybrid electric-powered ships, MS Roald Amundsen and MS Fridtjof Nansen. These ships are two of the most advanced and environmentally friendly expedition vessels at sea.  Hurtigruten is an industry leader in sustainability, with a deep commitment to improving the marine environments they call home.   

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NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hellzapoppin, the world’s greatest international touring rock-n-roll circus sideshow, has officially announced its «Face Your Fears» U.S. tour dates for 2021. The vaudeville freak show of wonder features live stunts such as fire eating and fire breathing, magic and illusions, and a real live half-man. Members of the audience will see legendary and world-breaking crossbow artistry, acrobatic stunts, sword swallowing, the human blockhead, human oddities and curiosities, and much more.

The tour kicks off in Hellzapoppin’s home state of Florida. Their first two shows of the year will be held on February 26, at the Space Coast Harley Davidson in Palm Bay, and February 2, at Respectable Street in West Palm Beach. 

«Our fans are about to meet a cavalcade of human curiosities, the likes of which they’ve never seen before,» said Hellzapoppin’s Ringleader and Producer Bryce «the Govna» Graves. «I will be their shepherd and guide on a journey of miraculous discovery through the world of the strange, the odd, the bizarre, the macabre, and where the most unusual people entertain. I’ve spent the past year rebuilding and redesigning the entire show from top to bottom.»

Hellzapoppin’s performers have been featured on a wide variety of major television shows, including but not limited to Fool US with Penn and Teller, Masters of Illusions, Germany’s Das Supertalent, World Magic Awards, AMC’s Freakshow, America’s Got Talent, Britain’s Got Talent,  Wild Card Show, I Can Do That, and the best-selling magic show in Broadway history, The Illusionists!

Hellzapoppin has been on the ride of their lives. In the past three years alone, the group has performed over 400 shows in 16 different countries, and they have performed with bands such as Avatar, In This Moment, John 5, and Mushroomhead. The group has performed in front of millions of people at some of the world’s biggest and most famous festivals, such as Wacken Festival in Germany, Riot Fest in Chicago, and Alcatraz Festival in Belgium. 

Hellzapoppin’s first 2020 tour was supposed to take them to Russia but was canceled just weeks before the show due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Following this cancellation, the European and Canadian tours were also canceled, followed by the two USA tours as well. When a show is canceled, it can be extremely difficult for the independent artists that make Hellzapoppin come alive. With many of the performers living paycheck to paycheck while traveling the world doing what they do best, entertaining and making people happy, 2020 turned out to be a devastating, stressful, and life-threatening year for many. 

Countless people lost their jobs and loved ones during the pandemic, which seemed to drown out the stories of professional touring artists losing their livelihoods over the past year. Some musicians have been able to get by hosting online concerts, but this was not the case for the hundreds of thousands of circus performers, comedians, dancers, magicians, theater performers, etc. These performers employ hundreds of thousands of touring road crews, bus and truck drivers, roadies and roustabouts, merchandisers, ticket takers and sellers, and security personnel – all of which were taken away by the pandemic. 

Hellzapoppin desperately wants to inspire the world not to live in fear. As performing artists, the group feels the burning desire to be on stage now more than ever, because people need an opportunity to escape the pain and struggle they have endured this past year. Now more than ever, people need real live entertainment to escape, to forget and most importantly let go and have fun. Hellzapoppin’s performers have an obligation to try and bridge the gap and bring the people back together.

The definition of FEAR is False Evidence Appearing Real. The definition of Hellzapoppin is Chaos. It means anything can happen and it probably will. With Hellzapoppin stepping up and pioneering a tour in early 2021, the show’s performers hope to lead by example and show everyone that there is no need to be fearful anymore while remaining cautious to ensure the safety of everyone involved. 

«The first forms of paid entertainment in America were traveling circuses and sideshows. The performers back then were, and still are, honored as heroes because of their willingness to travel in the middle of the Great Depression and global pandemics to seek their happiness and solitude while uniting with others,» said Graves. 

Hellzapoppin is among the last of the touring circus sideshows in the world today. Its performers are committed to preserving the art, heritage, culture, past, and future that the artform brings to the table, and they are determined to not let it die because of a pandemic. 

«I hope to help re-open venues, help employ people, and bring fans back together again to reclaim our livelihood and inspire other touring artists to take the plunge and get back out there,» said Graves. 

«Laughter and wonder can be the best medicines. I love seeing the excitement, the positive shock and awe on people’s faces. Most importantly, I like to connect with people and bring them into our world and share our stories with them. We aim to teach them how to look at the world differently. If people can escape their harsh realities, fears, and anxieties for just a few moments, then we have succeeded.» 

This year will feature many star-studded performers on Hellzapoppin, including Dan Sperry. Known as the Rockstar of Magic, this shock illusionist has traveled and performed the world over and with some of the most successful magic shows in history. 

Fans will also get the chance to witness the world’s most amazing half-man, Mr. Short E. Dangerously. This tiny daredevil is cut in half at the waist and walks bare-handed on broken shards of glass while on fire. 

World renown AGT Champion Crossbow artist Mr. Ben Blaque is set to perform death-defying stunts live on stage. He received an immediate standing ovation from Snoop Dog, Rosario Dawson, and Cody Rhodes from the GO BIG SHOW when he shot an apple off his own head using a crossbow, not to mention he was blindfolded. Ben has also appeared as «The Weapon Master,» touring across America, Australia, Europe and South America.

Also making an appearance this year is the mysterious, sultry, and spellbinding fabulous woman of enchantment – Ms. Willow Lauren. Beautiful beyond desire and cruel beyond words, Willow is a former motorcycle stunt-rider turned international touring sideshow stuntwoman and aspiring illusionist and aerialist. Willow performs the contortion bladebox of death. She not only eats fire – she also eats and regurgitates razor blades, and she will even swallow a lifesaver down her throat and pull it out of her neck to the amazement of the crowd.

Mr. Auzzy Blood will be making his first-ever appearance with Hellzapoppin this year.  Blood is coming straight from Cirque Du Soleil in Las Vegas and will be performing sword swallowing, eye socket weightlifting, the art of FAKIR, and of course his signature stunt where he takes a giant corkscrew and drives it right through his face – this stunt is a demonstration of mind over matter, with no blood and no pain. He doesn’t mind, so it really doesn’t matter!

To learn more about Hellzapoppin, and for tickets to the «Face Your Fears» tour, please visit https://hellzapoppin.com/tour-dates.

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DUBLIN, Feb. 8 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «China L2 Autonomous Driving Market Report, 2020″ report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

List of Topics Covered:

• L2 ADAS Market Overview
• L2 ADAS Market in China (2019-2025)
• L2 Mainstream Functions and Solutions in China
• L2 Function Research of Major Brands
• Solution Suppliers

Driven by market demand and policies, passenger cars equipped with L2 assisted driving functions have been mass-produced, which triggers enthusiastic market response and robust demand.

1. Installations of L2 autonomous driving functions increased by 118.9% year-on-year

In 2020, the automobile market was affected by the economic downturn and COVID-19. From January to November 2020, the number of passenger cars insured in China was 16.136 million, a year-on-year decrease of 7.5%. Among them, there were 2.60 million ones equipped with L2 autonomous driving functions, a year-on-year spike of 118.9%; the installation rate jumped 9.3 percentage points year-on-year to 16.1%. Plus multiple negative factors, installations of L2 autonomous driving functions bucked the trend to grow, with strong market demand.

In terms of regions, models equipped with L2 autonomous driving functions are mainly sold to economically developed regions such as Guangdong, Jiangsu and Zhejiang. Among them, installations in Guangdong accounted for 15.9%, much higher than other provinces.

2. Emerging brands such as Tesla, NIO and Lixiang are more aggressive, with the L2 installation rate reaching 100%

From January to November 2020, a total of 57 passenger car brands (including 32 independent brands and 25 joint venture brands) in China launched L2 autonomous driving functions. Among them, 28 brands (including 11 independent brands and 17 joint venture brands) installed the functions on more than 10,000 cars.

From the perspective of installations, Toyota tops among the industry with 885,000 cars equipped with L2 autonomous driving functions. Its Toyota Safety Sense system has been installed on popular models such as Corolla, Levin, RAV4, AVALON, etc. to feature lane tracking assist (LTA), which can follow the preceding vehicle, provide some necessary steering operations, and keep the vehicle in the center of the lane when the lane line is difficult to identify in traffic jams, or follow the trajectory of the preceding vehicle at low speed.

As for installation rate, emerging automakers represented by Tesla, NIO and Lixiang adopt advanced electronic and electrical architectures to enable vehicles to achieve L2 or L2+ assisted driving functions through OTA upgrades, and further develop toward intelligence.

The current L2 autonomous driving functions are mainly divided into two categories: autonomous driving in a single lane, such as integrated adaptive cruise (ICA), traffic jam assist (TJA); autonomous driving that supports commanded lane changes, such as highway assist (HWA).

3. 1V1R is the mainstream sensor configuration solution

At present, the mainstream solutions of L2 autonomous driving include 1V1R (a camera + a forward radar) and 1V3R (a camera + a forward radar + 2 rear angle radar), which seize the combined market share of 89.3%; however, 1V1R enjoys the lion’s share of 60.5%.

Given roadmaps or cost control, some automakers realize L2 autonomous driving through a single vision solution (1V). Some other manufacturers use 1V5R, 1V2R, 1V4R, 3V4R and the like to explore solutions and functions.

For example, NIO ES6 adopts the 3V4R solution. The 2020 NIO ES6 adopts a trinocular camera, 2 front-angle radars, 2 rear-angle radars, and a Mobileye chip to achieve Navigation on Pilot (NOP), Highway Pilot, and Traffic Jam Pilot (TJP), Auto-Lange Change (ALC) and many other L2 autonomous driving functions, and upgrade functions through OTA.

The trinocular camera used by NIO ES6 has wider field of view and higher accuracy than a monocular camera. The 52-degree camera detects general road conditions, the 28-degree camera detects long-distance targets and traffic lights, and the 150-degree camera detects the sides of the car body and cutting-in vehicles in short distance, with better front recognition performance.

In addition, ES6’s NOP is based on the basic pilot functions, so that it can automatically switch high-speed lanes, enter or exit ramps according to navigation, and can intelligently adjust the cruising speed on the current road. Based on the realization of pilot lane keeping, ALC enables the automatic lane change of the vehicle by turning the turn signal lever.

4. L2 autonomous driving based on HD map is expected to prevail

With centimeter-level accuracy and rich road information, HD map has become an indispensable element of L3-L5 autonomous driving. But with the deepening of L2 autonomous driving, HD map is expected to find a new scenario.

Some top automakers have tried to apply HD map to L2 autonomous driving:

Tesla, NIO, Xpeng and other emerging automakers have launched L2+ highway cruise based on navigation/HD map, and enabled autonomous driving on highways through navigation path planning.

In July 2020, SAIC-GM Cadillac CT6 equipped with the Super Cruise driver-assistance feature officially debuted. With HD map, Super Cruise can control vehicles on highways and keep them within lanes.

Map suppliers have also introduced corresponding solutions.

Baidu released ANP, a high-level intelligent driving solution based on HD map. In December 2020, Baidu released ANP (Apollo Navigation Pilot), a high-level intelligent driving solution based on HD map.

ANP is a low-level Apollo Lite which is Baidu’s L4 autonomous driving solution. Equipped with the HD map tailored by Baidu for autonomous vehicles, ANP not only supports highways and city loops, but also fits for urban roads. Through CVIS, the driving experience is close to the L4 Robotaxi.

NavInfo launched LitePilot, an HD map product for L2+ autonomous driving. NavInfo has launched HD map for L2+, L3, and L4-5 respectively. LitePilot, an HD map product for L2+ autonomous driving scenarios, can help vehicles drive through ramps, roundabouts and intersections, as well as prepare to turn right.

Focusing on L2+ autonomous driving, HD Lite is currently the main product of NavInfo. Compared with HD Pro, HD Lite has fewer map elements, but it can provide autonomous driving map services with lower cost, wider area coverage and higher update frequency, enable highway and city map services, and accelerate the implementation of L2+ autonomous driving technology.

Under the background that L3 autonomous driving features have not been mass-produced, OEMs, integrators, map vendors and other industry chain companies will strive to maximize the capability of L2 autonomous driving and move closer to L3. HD map is expected to find new market space herein.

Key Topics Covered:

1. L2 ADAS Market Overview
1.1 Definition of L2 Autonomous Driving
1.2 Function of L2 Autonomous Driving
1.3 Policy Environment
1.4 Development Trends and Impetus

2. L2 ADAS Market in China (2019-2025)
2.1 Installation of L2 Models
2.2 Brand Structure of L2 Models
2.3 Major L2 Models
2.4 Price of L2 Models
2.5 Installation of L2 Models by Province
2.6 Price Structure of Newly-launched L2 Models
2.7 Brands of Newly-launched L2 Models in 2020

3. L2 Mainstream Functions and Solutions in China
3.1 Sensor Configuration Solution
3.2 Comparison of L2 Solutions of Independent Brands
3.3 Comparison of L2 Solutions of JV Brands
3.4 Comparison of L2 Solutions of Emerging Brands

4. L2 Function Research of Major Brands
4.1 Geely (Geely, Geometry, LYNK&CO)
4.1 Installation, Installation Rate and Supporting Models of L2 Functions
4.1 L2 Functions and Suppliers
4.2 GreatWall (HAVAL, WEY)
4.2 Installation, Installation Rate and Supporting Models of L2 Functions
4.2 L2 Functions and Suppliers
4.3 Chang’an
4.4 New Baojun
4.5 GAC(Aion, Trumpchi)
4.6 BYD (BYD, DENZA)
4.7 FAW (Hongqi, Besturn)
4.8 SAIC (Rowe, MG)
4.9 Toyota (GAC Toyota, FAW Toyota)
4.10 Honda (GAC Honda, Dongfeng Honda)
4.11 Buick
4.12 Benz
4.13 Volvo
4.14 Ford (JMC FORD, Chang’an Ford)
4.15 KIA
4.16 Cadillac
4.17 VW (FAW VW, SAIC VW)
4.18 Tesla
4.19 NIO
4.20 XPeng

5. Solution Suppliers
5.1 Tier 1 L2 Autonomous Driving Development Planning
5.2 Bosch L2 Solution, Functions and Customers
5.3 Continental L2 Solution, Functions and Customers
5.4 ZF L2 Solution, Functions and Customers
5.5 Valeo L2 Solution, Functions and Customers
5.6 Aptiv L2 Solution, Functions and Customers
5.7 Veoneer L2 Solution, Functions and Customers
5.8 HiRain L2 Solution, Functions and Customers
5.9 Freetech L2 Solution, Functions and Customers
5.10 Baidu L2 Autonomous Driving
5.11 Desay SV L2 Autonomous Driving

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PHOENIX, Feb. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced today that its award-winning Best Western Rewards (BWR®) program is cutting its Elite Status eligibility qualifications in half for 2021 – enabling travelers worldwide to earn Elite Status with just five nights, three stays or 5,000 points. Additionally, the reduction in thresholds applies to each BWR Elite Status tier – making it easier than ever for guests to climb the loyalty ladder.

«As the world embraces 2021 with a renewed sense of hope, Best Western is pleased to help guests rediscover the power of travel and reward them along the way,» said Best Western Hotels & Resorts Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Dorothy Dowling. «At Best Western, caring is in our DNA and I am immensely proud that we can demonstrate this spirit of caring by taking steps to reward our loyal guests. By reducing our Elite Status eligibility qualifications, our valued guests now have the opportunity to earn greater perks with fewer stays. With valuable offers such as this one, we look forward to reigniting the magic of travel while helping our guests save big this year.»

Elite Status members receive elite rewards including 500 bonus points, as well as up to 50% bonus points each and every time they stay. These benefits are in addition to the perks that already come with being a member of one of the richest programs in the industry. Best Western Hotels & Resorts is the only major hotel chain to offer a loyalty program whose rewards points do not expire – so travelers don’t have to worry about losing their points if their plans get disrupted. Members can also earn gift cards redeemable with popular shopping and airline partners; access special rates; and earn points with each stay that can be redeemed for free nights at any Best Western-branded hotel worldwide, with no blackout dates.

BWR rebranded its tagline to «Because We Care About Rewarding You» to underscore how its perks are driven by Best Western’s foundational commitment of caring for guests. BWR’s Elite Status eligibility reduction is the latest example of how the brand is showcasing this commitment. Also inspired by the brand’s caring spirit, Best Western Hotels & Resorts was the first in the industry to extend loyalty status to its BWR members whose travel plans have been greatly impacted by travel restrictions and cancellations resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the company launched an industry-leading cleaning program, We Care Clean^SM, which delivers an enhanced commitment to keeping guests safe and healthy when staying at Best Western-branded hotels across North America.

Best Western Hotels & Resorts has transformed into a vibrant hospitality company with 18 distinct brand offerings across every market segment from economy to luxury. In recent years, the company has revitalized its properties across North America as owners invested a staggering $2 billion in property improvements and renovations. Best Western’s commitment to innovation and improvement has enabled the company to achieve record RevPAR Index, unrivaled industry recognition and unprecedented guest satisfaction.

For more information on BWR or to sign up, please visit BestWestern.com/Rewards.

About Best Western® Hotels & Resorts:
Best Western Hotels & Resorts headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, is a privately held hotel brand within the BWH Hotel Group® global network. With 18 brands and approximately 4,700 hotels in over 100 countries and territories worldwide*, BWH Hotel Group suits the needs of developers and guests in every market. Brands include Best Western®, Best Western Plus®, Best Western Premier®, Executive Residency by Best Western®, Vīb®, GLō®, Aiden®, Sadie®, BW Premier Collection® and BW Signature Collection®. Through acquisition, WorldHotels^TM Luxury, WorldHotels Elite, WorldHotels Distinctive and WorldHotels Crafted collections are also offered. Completing the portfolio is SureStay®, SureStay Plus®, SureStay Collection® and SureStay Studio^SM franchises**. For more information visit www.bestwestern.com, www.bestwesterndevelopers.com, www.worldhotels.com and www.surestay.com. 

* Numbers are approximate, may fluctuate, and include hotels currently in the development pipeline.
**All Best Western, WorldHotels and SureStay branded hotels are independently owned and operated.

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