Powersports Sales Up 18.4 Percent

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — New-model powersports sales increased 18.4 percent in 2020, with motorcycle and scooter sales rising 11.4 percent, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council Retail Sales Report.

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — New-model powersports sales increased 18.4 percent in 2020, with motorcycle and scooter sales rising 11.4 percent, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council Retail Sales Report.

«Overall, the industry had a good year under difficult circumstances,» said Erik Pritchard, president and CEO of the MIC. «The COVID-19 pandemic forced all of us to be nimble and to make the changes we needed to survive. In the end, many in the industry saw strong growth, and now our opportunity is to keep all of these new riders riding and to inspire even more people to join us on two, three, and four wheels.»

The MIC Retail Sales Reporting System gathers new motorcycle, scooter, and ATV retail sales data from 14 leading manufacturers and distributors in the U.S., providing a strong indicator of sales trends.

Sales of on-highway motorcycles, which include scooters and dual-purpose bikes, were steady compared with 2019, while interest in off-highway motorcycles spiked, with sales up 46.5 percent year-over-year. Off-highway motorcycles include dirt bikes, trail bikes, competition motorcycles, and other motorized two-wheelers that cannot be used on public roads. Sales of ATVs also jumped, rising 33.8 percent over 2019.

«We are happy to see that more people are getting the chance to enjoy the outdoors and find new adventures with motorcycles,» Pritchard said. «As many riders know, motorcycles and scooters are not only fun, efficient ways to commute, they open up many recreational opportunities.»

«We encourage all new riders to continue with training and education whenever possible,» Pritchard said. «The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic RiderCourse and the MSF DirtBike School are great places to start if you are new to motorcycling. For more experienced riders, advanced courses are available. The ATV Safety Institute also offers safety training for adults and kids ages 6 and up.»

The Motorcycle Industry Council exists to preserve, protect, and promote motorcycling through government relations, communications, media relations, statistics and research, aftermarket programs, data communications standards, and involvement in technical and regulatory issues. As a not-for-profit national industry association, the MIC seeks to support motorcyclists by representing manufacturers, distributors, dealers, and retailers of motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, ROVs, motorcycle/ATV/ROV parts, accessories, and related services, and members of allied trades such as insurance, finance and investment companies, media companies, and consultants.

The MIC is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., with a government relations office in metropolitan Washington, D.C. First called the MIC in 1970, the organization has been in operation since 1914. Keep up with the industry association on Twitter @followMIC and at MIC.org.

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Calls for Problem Gambling Help Expected to Rise for Super Bowl LV Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

SANFORD, Fla., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — With face masks required to attend the game and the stadium’s seating capacity capped at just over 30%[1], you can say that this year’s Super Bowl is unprecedented — but so too is the opportunity to place bets on it. With the expansion of legal sports betting in recent years, along with the growing popularity of online gambling due to the pandemic, many Americans have easy access to place their wagers on this year’s big game. According to the…

SANFORD, Fla., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — With face masks required to attend the game and the stadium’s seating capacity capped at just over 30%[1], you can say that this year’s Super Bowl is unprecedented — but so too is the opportunity to place bets on it. With the expansion of legal sports betting in recent years, along with the growing popularity of online gambling due to the pandemic, many Americans have easy access to place their wagers on this year’s big game. According to the American Gaming Association (AGA), $17.3 billion was wagered on sports between January and November of 2020, and more than 4 in 10 Americans now live in a jurisidiction where wagering on sports is legal.[2] PlayUSA.com projects that Americans will legally wager over $500 million in total on Super Bowl LV, up from an estimated $300 million last year[3] – but these figures don’t include illegal sports betting. The AGA found that 23.2 million Americans plan to wager a total of $4.3 billion on Super Bowl LV, expected to be the largest handle for a single event in American sports betting history.[4]

«Although sports betting has not been legalized in the State of Florida, the impact of the sports betting expansion nationwide on problem gamblers is still very much present,» cautioned Jennifer Kruse, Executive Director of the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling (FCCG). «As many as 6-9 million people in the U.S., including hundreds of thousands of Floridians, suffer either directly or indirectly from the disorder commonly known as the hidden addiction, due to the lack of outward visible symptoms.» Over the past year, 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine data reveals a 19.7% increase in Floridians citing sports betting as the type of gambling causing the most problems, indicative of local impacts resulting from this expansion.

«The Super Bowl represents a cultural tradition in America and should be an event all can enjoy, free from pressures to bet. With big changes in the sports betting landscape across the country and the COVID-19 pandemic increasing many problem gambling risk factors, we need to make sure raising awareness about gambling disorder is part of the discussion and be spreading the word that help and hope are available in Florida through the 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine for anyone who needs it,» concluded Kruse.

If you think you or someone you know may be suffering from problem gambling, Florida’s 24/7, Confidential, and Multilingual Problem Gambling HelpLine, 888-ADMIT-IT, will continue to be available before, during, and after the game and offers help and hope for those feeling the impacts of gambling addiction. HelpLine Specialists can also be reached by texting to 321-978-0555, starting a live chat at gamblinghelp.org, or reaching out to the FCCG on Facebook and Twitter. The 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine is also available as a resource to those who will be traveling to Tampa for this year’s game.

The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling, Inc. (FCCG) is a not-for-profit corporation under contract with Florida State government, serving as the designated state affiliate of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). In addition to operating the 24-hour Problem Gambling HelpLine (888-ADMIT-IT), the FCCG increases awareness of problem gambling through education and outreach efforts throughout the state of Florida, advocates on behalf of the public regarding issues relating to problem gambling, and provides programs, resources, and other population specific supports to those in need of assistance.

[1] Kerr, Jeff. «NFL Reveals Attendance, Other Details for Super Bowl: What to Expect for the Game and Plans for 2021 Season.» CBSSports.com, 22 Jan. 2021, http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-reveals-attendance-other-details-for-super-bowl-what-to-expect-for-the-game-and-plans-for-2021-season/.

[2] Received by Eric Randazzo, PGA TOUR Joins Have A Game Plan®, 19 Jan. 2021. Email message from Casey Clark of the American Gaming Association (pa@americangaming.org).

[3] «PlayUSA.com Predicts Super Bowl to Attract More Than $500 Million in Legal Wagers.» CISION PR Newswire, 28 Jan. 2021, http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/playusacom-predicts-super-bowl-to-attract-more-than-500-million-in-legal-wagers-301217668.html#:~:text=28%2C%202021%20%2FPRNewswire%2F%20%2D%2D,of%20the%20U.S.%20gaming%20industry.

[4] «23.2 Million Americans to Wager on Super Bowl LV.» American Gaming Association, 2 Feb. 2021, http://www.americangaming.org/new/23-2-million-americans-to-wager-on-super-bowl-lv/.

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Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market Report 2020: Market was Valued at USD 4,774.56 Million in 2019 – Forecast to 2025

DUBLIN, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market – Analysis By Simulator Type, By Aircraft Type, By Region, and By Country (2020 Edition): Market Insights, COVID-19 Impact, Competition and Forecast (2020-2025)» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market was valued at USD 4,774.56 Million in the year 2019.

Burgeoning demand for Training devices and simulators arising from training institutes and airlines supported by growing old age pilot population and companies majorly investing in incorporating advanced technology in order to offer high quality, latest technology products to training institutes with various leading airlines investing in expanding their aircrafts fleet, has been anticipated to infuse growth in the market for Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation during the forecast period of 2020-2025.

Under the Simulator Type segment, Full Flight Simulators (FFS) are anticipated to witness the largest market share, followed by Flight Training Devices, and Fixed Base Simulators. This is because of growing availability of full flight simulators by leading manufacturers including CAE Inc., L3 Technologies, FRASCA Flight Simulators among others clubbed with manufacturers collaborating with training institutes and airlines to better understand and meet their custom requirements with growing passenger air traffic. These factors will be pushing growth in the market for Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation during the coming years.

Fixed Wing, followed by Rotary Wing Aircraft, attained substantial market share under Aircraft Type segment, chiefly on the back of ever growing fleet of fixed wing aircrafts with various leading manufacturers offering training devices and simulators for different fixed wing aircrafts. Also, escalating investment in adoption of advanced technology by companies to meet the specific requirements of training institutes and airlines backed with enhanced focus on passengers’ safety and growing incidence of air accidents has been forecasted to supplement market growth in the coming years.

Among the regions, North America, followed by Europe and Asia Pacific, will experience remarkable market share owing to presence of various leading global manufacturers in the region with companies investing in expanding product portfolio to offer various types of Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation to users and incorporating advanced technology of production and meeting requirements of their clients.

Key Target Audience

  • Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Manufacturers
  • Airline Companies
  • Flight Training Institutes
  • Consulting and Advisory Firms
  • Investment Banks and Equity Firms

Key Topics Covered:

1. Research Methodology and Executive Summary
1.1 Research Methodology
1.2 Executive Summary

2. Strategic Recommendations

3. Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: Product Outlook

4. Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: Sizing and Forecast
4.1 Market Size, By Value, Year 2015-2025

5. Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market Segmentation: An Analysis (2015-2025)
5.1 Competitive Scenario of Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: By Simulator Type
5.1.1 Full Flight Simulator (FFS) – Market Size and Forecast (2015-2025)
5.1.2 Flight Training Devices (FTD) – Market Size and Forecast (2015-2025)
5.1.3 Fixed Base Simulator – Market Size and Forecast (2015-2025)
5.1.4 Others – Market Size and Forecast (2015-2025)
5.2 Competitive Scenario of Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market : By Aircraft Type
5.2.1 Rotary Wing – Market Size and Forecast (2015-2025)
5.2.2 Fixed Wing – Market Size and Forecast (2015-2025)

6. Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: Regional Analysis
6.1 Competitive Scenario of Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market : By Region

7. North America Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: An Analysis (2015-2025)
7.1 North America Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: Size and Forecast (2015-2025), By Value
7.2 North America Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market – Prominent Companies
7.3 Market Segmentation By Simulator Type (Full Flight Simulator (FFS), Flight Training Devices (FTD), Fixed Base Simulator and Others)
7.4 Market Segmentation By Aircraft Type (Rotary Wing, and Fixed Wing)
7.5 North America Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: Country Analysis
7.6 Market Opportunity Chart of North America Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market – By Country, By Value, 2025
7.7 Competitive Scenario of North America Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market : By Country
7.8 United States Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: Size and Forecast (2015-2025), By Value
7.9 United States Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market Segmentation – By Simulator Type, and By Aircraft Type (2015-2025)

8. Europe Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: An Analysis (2015-2025)

9. Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market: An Analysis (2015-2025)

10. Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market Dynamics
10.1 Drivers
10.2 Restraints
10.3 Trends

11. Market Attractiveness
11.1 Market Attractiveness Chart of Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market – By Simulator Type, 2025
11.2 Market Attractiveness Chart of Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market – By Aircraft Type, 2025
11.3 Market Attractiveness Chart of Global Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market – By Region, 2025

12. Regulatory Compliance and Standards

13. Competitive Landscape
13.1 Major Technological Innovations, Mergers & Acquisitions and Role of Manufacturers During COVID19
13.2 Market Share Analysis

14. Company Analysis (Business Description, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy)
14.1 L3Harris Technologies
14.2 Collins Aerospace
14.3 CAE Inc.
14.4 Boeing
14.5 Thales Group

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William Hill Mobile and Online Sports Book Launches in Virginia

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — William Hill US, partnered with Caesars Entertainment, is launching its mobile and online Sports Book in Virginia today. Available from anywhere in the Commonwealth of Virginia, William Hill offers a seamless experience that makes it easy and quick to make a sports wager.

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — William Hill US, partnered with Caesars Entertainment, is launching its mobile and online Sports Book in Virginia today. Available from anywhere in the Commonwealth of Virginia, William Hill offers a seamless experience that makes it easy and quick to make a sports wager.

Built on William Hill’s proprietary platform, the app offers Virginia sports fans a broad and deep array of markets and bet types, including live InPlay wagering. The app includes a quick and secure registration process and a wide selection of options to deposit and withdraw funds.

«Just in time for Sunday’s Game, our Virginia app will give football fans over 1,000 ways to bet this incredible matchup, from the opening coin toss to whether the game will be decided in overtime,» said Kenneth Fuchs, President of Digital for William Hill US.

William Hill Sports Book entered the Mid-Atlantic region in 2020 at the world-famous Capital One Arena, becoming the first operator to offer sports wagering inside a US professional sports complex. William Hill is the official sports betting partner of the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards and the Washington Mystics.

William Hill, America’s leading sports book operator, now offers mobile sports betting apps in ten US jurisdictions (Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C.) and also powers the trading services for the Rhode Island Lottery mobile app.

WHEN: Available for access in Virginia on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, William Hill is offering a risk-free sports bet of up to $500 for new customers who make a deposit. 

WHERE: The William Hill Sports Book App in Virginia is available for download on any Apple or Android device from anywhere in the state or by visiting William Hill’s Virginia website.

INTV: Send all media requests for interviews or demos to Michael Grodsky, William Hill US, mgrodsky@williamhill.us    

About William Hill US
William Hill US, part of London Stock Exchange listed William Hill PLC, is America’s #1 Sports Book operator. Established in 2012, the company has expanded from its birthplace of Nevada to operate in more than 160 locations across 14 states, and now takes one in every four sports bets placed in the country. William Hill US currently has operations in The Bahamas, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The company is also the licensed sports betting provider for numerous casinos in Mississippi and New Mexico and is the exclusive risk manager for the Delaware and Rhode Island sports lotteries. Product and technology are core to William Hill’s growth strategy in the US, and it now offers industry-leading betting apps in Colorado, Washington D.C., Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, Virginia, and West Virginia. Continuing the innovative spirit of its founder William Hill, the company opened a sports book in the world-famous Capital One Arena in 2020, becoming the first operator to offer sports wagering inside a US professional sports complex. For more information, visit William Hill US.

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Heard Museum Opens Original Exhibition Leon Polk Smith: Hiding in Plain Sight Beginning Friday, Feb. 5

PHOENIX, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The newest original exhibition from the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, Leon Polk Smith: Hiding in Plain Sight, will explore the influence of…

PHOENIX, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The newest original exhibition from the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, Leon Polk Smith: Hiding in Plain Sight, will explore the influence of American Indian creative expression on the work of iconic artist Leon Polk Smith from Friday, Feb. 5 through Monday, May 31.

Smith is a celebrated modernist painter and leader of the Hard-edge painting movement, an art form of the late 1950s and ’60s that emphasizes geometric forms and bright colors.

This is the largest exhibition of Smith’s paintings in more than 25 years and features 37 original works that span seven decades. The exhibition pairs Smith’s paintings and works on paper with examples of American Indian beadwork, ribbon applique and painted hides from his native Oklahoma.

The Heard Museum is located at 2301 N. Central Ave. in Phoenix, Arizona.

A fully illustrated catalog with new scholarship is available.

Private media previews and tours can be scheduled by appointment.

Leon Polk Smith: Hiding in Plain Sight is made possible by:

Lead Supporters

Henry Luce Foundation

Exhibition catalogue is made possible through the generous support of
the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Art Foundation

Leon Polk Smith Foundation

Additional Support
Robert Lehman Foundation

Arizona Commission on the Arts
Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture
and
Patrons of the Grand Gallery Exhibition Fund

About the Henry Luce Foundation
A leader in arts funding in the United States, the Luce Foundation’s American Art Program was established in 1982 to support museums, universities, and arts organizations in their efforts to advance the understanding and experience of American and Native American visual arts through research, exhibitions, publications, and collection projects.

About the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Art Foundation
The Carl & Marilynn Thoma Art Foundation recognizes the power of the arts to challenge and shift perceptions, spark creativity and connect people across cultures. We lend and exhibit artworks from our collection and support innovative individuals and pivotal initiatives in the arts.

About the Leon Polk Smith Foundation
The Leon Polk Smith Foundation was established to preserve and promote the art and legacy of Leon Polk Smith (1906-1996). The Foundation encourages and assists museums and other educational organizations to organize and produce exhibitions of and publications on Smith’s work and to create online resources about his art and career.

ABOUT THE HEARD MUSEUM
Since its founding in 1929, the Heard Museum, a private nonprofit organization, has grown in size and stature to become recognized internationally for the quality of its collections, world-class exhibitions, educational programming and unmatched festivals. Dedicated to the advancement of American Indian art, the Heard successfully presents the stories of American Indian people from a first-person perspective, as well as exhibitions that showcase the beauty and vitality of traditional and contemporary art. The Heard Museum is supported, in part, by the generosity of Heard Museum members and donors, the Arizona Commission on the Arts, and the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture.

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United Earns A Decade of Perfect Scores on Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s LGBTQ Workplace Equality Index

CHICAGO, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — United Airlines today announced it has received its 10th consecutive perfect score of 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The scorecard is a benchmarking report on corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality. The perfect score places United on the prestigious 2021 list of «Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.»

«Receiving this recognition for the 10th year in a…

CHICAGO, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — United Airlines today announced it has received its 10th consecutive perfect score of 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The scorecard is a benchmarking report on corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality. The perfect score places United on the prestigious 2021 list of «Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.»

«Receiving this recognition for the 10th year in a row speaks to our continued commitment to establishing a workplace that truly supports and celebrates our LGBTQ+ employees and customers,» said Jessica Kimbrough, United’s Chief of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. «We will continue working with organizations like the Human Rights Campaign as we work towards creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive culture at United where all employees and customers feel safe to be their authentic selves.» 

«Many businesses across the nation, including United Airlines, stepped up and continued to prioritize and champion LGBTQ equality,» said Alphonso David, President, Human Rights Campaign. «While the CEI cannot measure every facet of what makes a workspace inclusive, it does create a foundation upon which employees can feel more comfortable living and working as their true selves—an important step, but one which is only the starting point. Diversity and inclusion policies and practices advanced through tools like the CEI are critical, but meaningful change requires breathing life into these policies in real and tangible ways, so that LGBTQ employees are truly seen, valued and respected not only at work, but in every aspect of life.»

United’s commitment to LGBTQ+ equality includes being the first U.S. airline to fully recognize domestic partnerships in 1999 to becoming the first U.S. airline to offer non-binary gender options throughout all of its booking channels. United became the first public company to be inducted into Pride Live’s Stonewall Ambassador program in recognition of the airline’s commitment to LGBTQ+ equality in 2019Through EQUAL, the airline’s LGBTQ+ Business Resource Group, more than 2,600 members work together to advocate on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community, working with members and leaders companywide to develop ways to deliver and support resources, education and advocacy. 

United has partnered with the Human Rights Campaign on training initiatives including educating employees, through comprehensive training modules and exercises, about preferred pronouns and the persistence of gender norms and other steps to make United an inclusive space for both customers and employees. 

About United

United’s shared purpose is «Connecting People. Uniting the World.» For more information, visit united.com, follow @United on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok or connect on Facebook. The common stock of UAL is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol «UAL».

 

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Americans Plan to Take an Additional Week of Vacation This Year, Expedia Reports

SEATTLE, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Following a year where for many, every aspect of life – from work, school, daycare, and even vacation – was spent under one roof, in 2021 people worldwide are more determined than ever to use up all the vacation days they’ve earned. According to the annual Vacation Deprivation study from Expedia®, in 2021 Americans plan to take an extra week (five days) of vacation. With this new «no days left behind» mindset, Vacation Deprivation is well on its way to…

SEATTLE, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Following a year where for many, every aspect of life – from work, school, daycare, and even vacation – was spent under one roof, in 2021 people worldwide are more determined than ever to use up all the vacation days they’ve earned. According to the annual Vacation Deprivation study from Expedia®, in 2021 Americans plan to take an extra week (five days) of vacation. With this new «no days left behind» mindset, Vacation Deprivation is well on its way to becoming a thing of the past.

Americans are optimistic about travel in 2021 – report reveals many plan to take an extra week of vacation this year.

Expedia first launched the annual study more than two decades ago to illustrate the benefits of vacation and encourage working adults to regularly unplug. In recent years, the benefits of vacation are well-known and undisputed, yet Vacation Deprivation is on the rise in most nations. This year’s findings point to yet another shift, one in which workers agree they will never take their vacation days for granted again. In fact, many Americans are optimistic about travel in 2021, with 36 percent planning to resume taking regular vacations this year, and another third (32%) vowing to take more vacations than usual to make up for lost time in 2020.

U.S. Vacation Deprivation at-a-glance

The study found that the U.S. reported the fewest number of vacation days taken in 2020 out of the 16 countries surveyed. Considering the impact of the pandemic on travel, feelings of vacation deprivation were unsurprisingly higher than in years’ past, with 64 percent of U.S. respondents reporting they felt vacation deprived, a three percent increase from 2020 and 11 percent increase compared to five years ago. The study also found:

  • Fewest Days Received, Most Days Left on the Table: Not only did U.S. employees take the fewest vacation days (8) in 2020, along with Thailand the U.S. also received the fewest vacation days (13) when compared to other countries surveyed.
  • Time Between Vacations Has Grown: One in four (26%) U.S. respondents noted they haven’t taken a vacation in over a year, compared to 16 percent in 2019.
  • Using Vacation Time, but Not for Vacation: 47 percent used at least one vacation day in 2020 to care for a sick family member or in lieu of childcare.
  • More Cancelled Trips: 42 percent cancelled one or more trips last year due to COVID-19.

It’s not all bad news, however. With Americans planning to take 13 vacation days this year, up from just 8 days taken in 2020, work-life balance is bound to improve.

Queue the bucket lists

Though the pandemic put a damper on vacation plans, the study results show that the desire for travel has not diminished. In fact, 66 percent of people globally were inspired to create a travel bucket list, and the longer the pandemic has waged on, the longer bucket lists have become – 60 percent of respondents said they continue to add to their lists. 

Expedia’s study also found that people are willing to put more budget into their bucket list vacations in 2021 than originally planned (61%). Whether it’s trying a new activity, seeking out a place untraveled, reuniting with loved ones separated by distance (64 percent find vacation time more valuable when spending quality time with family), or simply having time to recharge (54 percent think having the time to relax and do nothing is what makes them happiest on vacation), travelers want to make the most of their time.

2021 is on track to be the year people take back their days

As the hope for future travel in 2021 grows, Expedia is already seeing an uptick in people searching for their next bucket list location. For spring getaways, Expedia.com data shows that Americans are searching for warm weather and beaches. These are the destinations garnering the most interest for March and April escapes:

  • Top-searched*: Riviera Maya/Playa del Carmen/Tulum; Cancun; Isla Mujeres; Las Vegas, NV; Orlando, FL; Puerto Vallarta/Riviera Nayarit, Los Cabos, Miami, FL; Oahu, HI; Maui, HI

Meanwhile, the trending destinations for spring show similar themes to destinations highlighted in the 2021 Trends Report, primarily outdoorsy, small towns or off the beaten path:

  • Trending**: North Georgia Mountains, GA; The Hamptons, NY; Front Royal, VA; Southwest Colorado, CO; Hagerstown, MD; Upper Peninsula, MI; South Shore, MA; Boone, NC; Lake Placid, NY; Dahlonega, GA

«The longer the pandemic, the larger the vacation bucket list and the greater the yearning to travel,» said Shiv Singh, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Brand Expedia. «Globally, 81% of working adults are placing more value on vacation and 66% of them have been inspired to create a bucket list. Whether it’s inspiring memorable experiences to add to the bucket list, sharing helpful travel tips or spotlighting flexible deals, Expedia will be here to help travelers discover new destinations – smartly and confidently.»

About the Vacation Deprivation Study

Expedia first commissioned Vacation Deprivation in 2000 to examine the work-life balance of Americans. The annual study is currently in its 21st year and was conducted online among 9,200 respondents across North and South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Commissioned from November 18-December 9, 2020 on behalf of Expedia by Northstar Research Partners, a global strategic research firm, responses were gathered using an amalgamated group of best-in-class panels. Looking at the margin of error for the global average, a 1% difference is statistically significant at 90% confidence.

About Expedia.com

Expedia.com® is one of the world’s largest full-service travel sites, helping millions of travelers per month easily plan and book travel. Expedia.com (https://www.expedia.com/, 1-800-EXPEDIA) aims to provide the latest technology and the widest selection of top vacation destinations, affordable airfare, hotel deals, car rentals, destination weddings, cruise deals and in-destination activities, attractions, services and travel apps.

© 2021 Expedia, Inc., an Expedia Group company.  All rights reserved.  Expedia and the Airplane logo are trademarks of Expedia, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. CST# 2029030-50.

Visit our web site https://www.expedia.com/ or use our mobile app to book flights and hotels.

Notes to Editor:

Traveler wellbeing is our priority. Expedia understands how the global impact of the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect travelers everywhere, as well as the importance of abiding by government restrictions and practicing social distancing. Travelers can visit the Expedia COVID-19 travel resource page for information to make informed travel decisions.

*Top destinations based on Expedia.com lodging searches as of January 8, 2021 for stays taking place in March and April 2021.

**Trending destinations are those showing the biggest lift in lodging searches for March and April stays on Expedia.com compared to the same travel window in 2020.

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LotLinx Brings Vehicle Marketing System to Dealer Desktops with TURNx Browser Extension

PETERBOROUGH, N.H., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — LotLinx, the automotive industry’s leading Vehicle Marketing System, announced today an expansion of their all-encompassing inventory marketing platform with the release of TURNX. The /AI/-powered solution brings real-time pricing, demand, and competitor data right to a dealer’s desktop, eliminating digital waste and maximizing profit potential.

PETERBOROUGH, N.H., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — LotLinx, the automotive industry’s leading Vehicle Marketing System, announced today an expansion of their all-encompassing inventory marketing platform with the release of TURNX. The /AI/-powered solution brings real-time pricing, demand, and competitor data right to a dealer’s desktop, eliminating digital waste and maximizing profit potential.

The product release comes at a pivotal time for LotLinx as it expands its mission to solve dealership marketing inconsistencies and aims to operationalize the vehicle sales process from the point of acquisition.

Powered by LotLinx /AI/, the browser extension leverages in-market data to provide VIN-level insights on any internet site hosting a VIN, including Vehicle Details Pages and Search Results Pages. This readily-available data is intended to aid dealers throughout the acquisition, pricing, and marketing processes. TURNX provides insight into active buyer demand, letting dealers know if, and when, the time is right to move on a new unit. Dealers leveraging the in-site extension can accelerate inventory turn by understanding the level of marketing necessary to sell each unit – before they buy.

VIN-level campaigns can be launched directly from the browser extension; and dealers can avoid routine, calendar-based markdowns by proactively pricing new and used inventory based on unbiased pricing recommendations.

TURNX creates full transparency between a dealership’s management, sales, marketing, and inventory departments, allowing each department knowledge of the vehicle details at any point in time.

«TURNX not only brings real-time buyer demand data at the VIN level to the general manager’s desktop, but to the entire dealership,» says Lance Schafer, LotLinx GM of Product & Technology. «This is the kind of data that will allow dealers to become VIN-aware and help them make more effective and profitable decisions.»

The company will be releasing TURNx to dealers who visit the virtual LotLinx Booth during the 2021 NADA Show. Dealership owners, managers, and principals can request meetings at the virtual booth February 4th to the 11th or by visiting www.lotlinx.com/NADA2021 and be entered to win a Whistling Straits weekend getaway at Destination Kohler. If you’re not attending the show but are interested in gaining early access to TURNx, visit www.lotlinx.com/extension.

About LotLinx:

LotLinx is the automotive industry’s leading Vehicle Marketing System. Founded in 2012 and based out of Peterborough, NH, LotLinx harnesses today’s industry data to develop a specific marketing plan for each vehicle on a dealer’s lot. With a proven track record of progressing dealers to #1 in their markets, LotLinx is committed to providing precision-level marketing that accelerates inventory turn, increases gross margin, and returns control back to the dealer. To learn more about LotLinx, please visit www.lotlinx.com or email hello@lotlinx.com.

Media Contact: Mary McDonnell, marketing@lotlinx.com

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What’s New In The Islands Of The Bahamas In February

NASSAU, Bahamas, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Bahamas appeals to travelers looking for a warm winter getaway in February as hotels and activities continue to reopen across the islands and resorts offer romantic Valentine’s Day escapes. With new extended-stay accommodations on Harbour Island and a number of hotels providing on-site COVID testing, The Bahamas continues to adapt to safety regulations to provide visitors with a stress-free Bahamian vacation.

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NASSAU, Bahamas, Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Bahamas appeals to travelers looking for a warm winter getaway in February as hotels and activities continue to reopen across the islands and resorts offer romantic Valentine’s Day escapes. With new extended-stay accommodations on Harbour Island and a number of hotels providing on-site COVID testing, The Bahamas continues to adapt to safety regulations to provide visitors with a stress-free Bahamian vacation.

The Bahamas appeals to travelers looking for warm winter getaways and romantic Valentine’s Day escapes.

NEWS

 

Bahamian Hotels Provide On-Site COVID Testing ­– Hotels across Nassau Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island and the Out Islands are providing on-site COVID testing for guests in accordance with new U.S. international travel requirements. Baha Mar, Atlantis and The Ocean Club are just a few of the hotels and resorts with on-site testing on Nassau Paradise Island along with Out Island hotels, including Caerula Mar Resort and Abaco Beach Resort.  For a full list of COVID testing sites and the latest travel and entry protocols, visit Bahamas.com/TravelUpdates.

SLS and Rosewood Baha Mar to Reopen March 2021 Baha Mar will enter into its final phase of reopening on March 4 with the reopening of Rosewood and SLS. The Nassau resort first welcomed back guests at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in December 2020.

Harbour Island’s Rock House Hotel Launches Villa Rock House Hotel on Harbour Island has launched its Rock House Rental Villa, a private vacation home with all the amenities of a hotel. While the hotel and restaurant remain closed, up to 20 guests can enjoy the fully staffed private villa that comes with a private chef and concierge to take care of guests’ every need. Booking is available on Vrbo.

Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Course Reopens –With the Sandals Emerald Bay Resort’s reopening on February 24, golfers can once again enjoy the award-winning Greg Norman course. Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Course is frequently recognized as one of the most scenic courses in the Caribbean, with 18 holes set against The Exumas’ famous turquoise waters and white-sand beaches.

Breezes Bahamas Welcomes Back Guests with Be Smart + Safe Initiative – Upon its reopening in December 2020, Breezes Bahamas has safely welcomed guests with its Be Smart + Safe initiative. The initiative provides guests and team members with protocols on social distancing, face coverings and more.

PROMOTIONS AND OFFERS 

For a complete, up-to-date listing of deals and packages for The Bahamas, visit www.bahamas.com/deals-packages.    

Atlantis Couples Getaway Package – Couples can plan a romantic Bahamian getaway at Atlantis this Valentine’s Day. Celebrate with your partner while receiving daily complimentary breakfast, a quiet dinner for two, and late checkout.

Cape Santa Maria Beach Lovers Vacation – Escape to Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort on Long Island for a romantic retreat. Relax with a complimentary massage, welcome cocktails and more when staying three nights or more.

Breezes Bahamas Winter Sale – Breezes Bahamas is offering guests savings up to 53% for travel booked by February 28, 2021 as part of its Winter Sale.

ABOUT THE BAHAMAS 
With over 700 islands and cays and 16 unique island destinations, The Bahamas lies just 50 miles off the coast of Florida, offering an easy fly away escape that transports travelers away from their everyday. The Islands of The Bahamas have world-class fishing, diving, boating and thousands of miles of the earth’s most spectacular water and beaches waiting for families, couples and adventurers. Explore all the islands have to offer at www.bahamas.com or on Facebook, YouTube or Instagram to see why It’s Better in The Bahamas. 

PRESS INQUIRIES 

Anita Johnson-Patty 
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation 
ajohnson@bahamas.com 

Weber Shandwick 
Public Relations  
Bahamas@webershandwick.com  

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Mitsubishi Motors Dealer Partner Spotlight – Redondo Mitsubishi on Taking Chances, Making a Name for Yourself

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is celebrating dealer partners who go above and beyond for their communities. They provide more than just a great place to buy a car – they help their home towns thrive in the good times and heal in the…

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is celebrating dealer partners who go above and beyond for their communities. They provide more than just a great place to buy a car – they help their home towns thrive in the good times and heal in the challenging times. They rise to the occasion in support of the community, whatever the occasion may be. This month, we are proud to feature Frank Figueredo, owner, and Miguel Mejia, general manager, of Redondo Mitsubishi in Redondo Beach, CA.

Five Questions with Redondo Mitsubishi
Frank Figueredo, Owner & Miguel Mejia, General Manager

  1. Redondo Mitsubishi opened in December 2020, a bright spot in an otherwise challenging year. Miguel,  how have things been going? Redondo Beach is a close-knit community and has been very welcoming! Of course, the timing has been interesting, but it has given us an opportunity to slow down, really listen to what the community wants and needs right now, and do things the right way. A local mother actually stopped by our office while we were finishing construction, to say that she had been keeping an eye on our progress, and that she had an idea for how we could engage the community. She had a 6-year-old daughter that was out of school, missing her classmates, and had a birthday coming up. Her idea? Turn the parking lot into a drive-in movie for the community. We loved the idea, and of course, couldn’t let her daughter down, so we found a way to make it happen. That was a night everyone could be proud of and a great introduction into the community.
  2. Frank, this is the realization of a dream for you. Tell us about that. I am a first generation American and a second generation car dealer. My father immigrated to Miami from Cuba in the 1950s. His first job was to cold-call people, from the phone book, to come down to the local Chevy dealership and test drive a car. He made the calls from the corner phone booth at his own expense, but if he generated a lead, he got $5. He worked his way up from there to owning a Chevy dealership of his own. I’ll never be able to express how grateful I am for what he did, but I can build on his legacy for my children. Even though my dad came up through Chevy, he always had an eye on Mitsubishi. In his mind, it was a brand for the people – safe, reliable, affordable. It stood for the same things we stood for. With the opening of Redondo Mitsubishi, I am fulfilling a dream for myself, but also my father.
  3. Miguel, we know that the Mitsubishi Motors brand is special, personal even, to Frank. What stands out about the brand to you? The Mitsubishi family – it is a real thing! Opening a new store – taking a risk – is challenging, especially during a pandemic. From day one, Mitsubishi national and regional leadership have been with us lock step, working to address our immediate needs and understand where we want to go. And, sure, there is friendly competition, but the dealer body has been so supportive – always reaching out to check-in or help where they can. Not every brand is like that. Plus, the product is a great fit for the community. Frank said it, but Mitsubishis are affordable and reliable, and by the end of this year, we will have a totally updated or all-new lineup of vehicles on our show room floor. We feel good about putting our neighbors, our families, in these vehicles.
  4. As a smaller automotive brand, Mitsubishi Motors has to do things differently to be top of mind for customers. What sort of things are you doing differently?
    Frank: We understand we have one shot to get it right. Every interaction a customer has with the brand needs to be a positive, or at least constructive, one. That means responding to every online comment, question or review. It means treating customers like family and understanding their unique needs. It means fixing things right the first time and maintaining a high level of trust. The team here is so good at all of these, and I am extremely lucky to be on this journey with them.  
    Miguel: I spoke about the Mitsubishi family… that includes an extremely loyal group of current customers. They are excited about the future of the brand and about having a new representation in Southern California. We are working to engage those voices, bring them into our social media, and really build a community around common interests.
  5. Frank, what are your goals for the year ahead? And after that? Customer service is our foundation. It has been our focus for the first six months – hiring the right people, providing the right training, giving them the right tools to do their jobs well and to build meaningful relationships with customers. If customer service is our foundation, family is our heart. My dad was the kind of guy who worked seven days a week, and that is often what is required in this business. But this year, we have had to be flexible and allow parents and caregivers to work-from-home – to show up for things that really matter. We are just as proud of that. Longer term, we want to expand our footprint in the community. There is so much need for time, talent and resources, especially during and in the wake of a pandemic. We want to find the right community partners and give back in a way that only we can.

About Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Through a network of approximately 330 dealer partners across the United States, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for the sales, research and development, marketing and customer service of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in the U.S. MMNA was the top-ranked Japanese brand in the J.D. Power 2020 Initial Quality study, ranking sixth overall and experiencing the greatest year-over-year improvement of any brand.

Located in Franklin, Tennessee, MMNA is a part of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance. Mitsubishi continues to lead the way in the development of highly efficient, affordably priced new gasoline-powered automobiles, while using its industry-leading knowledge in battery-electric vehicles to develop future EV and PHEV models.

For more information on Mitsubishi vehicles, please contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at 615-257-2698 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.

Contacts
Jeremy Barnes
Senior Director, Communications and Events
jeremy.barnes@na.mitsubishi-motors.com
Mobile: 714-296-1402

Lauren Ryan
Manager, Communications and Events
lauren.ryan@na.mitsubishi-motors.com
Mobile: 404-862-8286

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