Bookies Offering More NFL Playoff and Super Bowl Player Betting Options

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Most analysts believe the U.S. is in the middle of a sports betting boom. American bettors wagered $2.1 billion on sports in August 2020, representing a 90.2% increase from the same month in 2019. Companies like PayPerHead provide sportsbook software that allows individual operators to compete with larger organizations. As sports betting rises in popularity, the company believes its clients…

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Most analysts believe the U.S. is in the middle of a sports betting boom. American bettors wagered $2.1 billion on sports in August 2020, representing a 90.2% increase from the same month in 2019. Companies like PayPerHead provide sportsbook software that allows individual operators to compete with larger organizations. As sports betting rises in popularity, the company believes its clients are in a position to capitalize.

Caesars Entertainment and MGM have also noticed the rise in sports betting and are ramping up. Caesars purchased William-Hill, one of the United Kingdom’s most popular sportsbook organizations, for $4 billion. Furthermore, MGM is currently in talks to buy UK company Ladbrokes for $11 billion.

PayPerHead, the gambling software leader for individual business owners, recently released a Prime Player Props platform where sports bettors can access the platform and wager on individual player performances. Nate Johnson, the company’s product manager, stated, «PayPerHead wanted to unveil Prime Player Props before the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl so bookies can offer more.»

The average wagered worldwide on the Super Bowl is $6 billion. Every indication points to Super Bowl LV on February 7, breaking the $6 billion threshold and Johnson wanted to ensure their customers could offer all sports betting options on the big game. «But it’s not just the Super Bowl,» Johnson said. «Our agents can provide sports options on playoff games, like how many yards Tom Brady or Drew Brees throws. Basketball props are available as well. A player can wager on how many points James Harden scores, or whether Russell Westbrook gets a triple-double.»

PayPerHead recently added a premium casino, two live dealer options, and in-game betting platforms to their suite of offerings. Prime Player Props is another addition that Johnson is sure will help their agents increase action. Johnson said that a sportsbook agent makes more money the longer players stick to their platforms. «The goal as a pay per head agent is to keep players on your digital platforms. The longer they stick to your platforms, the more action they deliver. The more action they deliver, the more wagers they make, the more money the agent makes.»

By offering everything a larger company can offer, bettors have no reason to leave a PayPerHead agent’s online sportsbook. «Our agents can now offer everything surrounding a single game. A player that wagers on a team to cover the spread can also wager on individual performances before the game. Then during the game, they can make in-game bets while watching the game in the Live+ software.»

Per Johnson, prime platforms have led to a 15% increase in wagering activity. Some of PayPerHead’s other customers have seen an even higher increase. «Some of our agents have seen a 30% rise in action after adopting premium platforms,» he said.

Johnson added that it’s all about providing value to PayPerHead’s customers. «The more value we give our clients, the more value they can give to their customers. The more money they make, the more money we make. At PayPerHead, we truly see our clients as partners.»

About PayPerHead:

Founded in 1997, PayPerHead is the leading choice for serious bookies. The company’s Agent Payment Solution (APS) is the only platform in the PPH sportsbook industry that allows for online collections and payments. Bookies can offer their players a racebook, a premium digital casino, a sportsbook with over 80+ leagues, and an in-game betting platform. The option exists for bookmakers to add a Premium Casino, Premium Live Dealer, Premium Player Props, and the Live+ betting platform with game trackers and video streams. PayPerHead also has a best in industry referral program so agents can add to their profitability and prides itself on providing industry-leading, top-class customer service with over 20 years of experience.   

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Hyatt Regency DFW Has Achieved GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation as Part of Hyatt’s Global Care & Cleanliness Commitment

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Hyatt Regency DFW announced today that it has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation – the gold standard for prepared facilities. Guided by Hyatt’s purpose, to care for people so they can be their best, Hyatt Regency DFW’s top priority for welcoming guests and colleagues is doing so with their health and wellbeing in mind. Under the guidance of GBAC, a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry…

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Hyatt Regency DFW announced today that it has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation – the gold standard for prepared facilities. Guided by Hyatt’s purpose, to care for people so they can be their best, Hyatt Regency DFW’s top priority for welcoming guests and colleagues is doing so with their health and wellbeing in mind. Under the guidance of GBAC, a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, Hyatt Regency DFW has been recognized for implementing stringent protocols for cleaning, disinfection and infectious disease prevention on property.

GBAC STAR accreditation is part of Hyatt’s Global Care & Cleanliness Commitment, which builds on Hyatt’s existing rigorous safety and cleanliness protocols and includes requiring a GBAC STAR cleanliness and training accreditation at each Hyatt hotel globally, a trained Hygiene & Wellbeing Leader or team at all hotels, and a cross-functional panel of trusted medical and industry advisors—including experts from Cleveland Clinic—to help Hyatt fine-tune safety protocols and consider various aspects of the entire hotel experience.

«Hyatt was the first hospitality brand to commit to GBAC STAR accreditation earlier this year and Hyatt Regency DFW is proud to earn this recognition,» said Stephen D’Agostino, general manager, Hyatt Regency DFW. «Our team members received training as part of this process. In addition, Hyatt’s multi-layered Global Care and Cleanliness Commitment further enhances operational guidance and provides resources around colleague and guest safety and peace of mind.»

GBAC STAR offered Hyatt Regency DFW expert-led training and assessed its readiness for bio-risk situations. GBAC STAR validates that Hyatt Regency DFW implements best practices to prepare for, respond to and recover from outbreaks and pandemics.

To achieve GBAC STAR™ accreditation, Hyatt Regency DFW was required to demonstrate compliance with the program’s 20 core elements, which range from standard operating procedures and risk assessment strategies to personal protective equipment and emergency preparedness and response measures. Accreditation will be complemented with regular internal and third-party auditing. Learn more about GBAC STAR accreditation at http://www.gbac.org/star.

For more information or to reserve a stay at Hyatt Regency DFW, please visit dfw.regency.hyatt.com or call (972) 453-1234. More information on Hyatt’s Global Care and Cleanliness Commitment can be found here: hyatt.com/care-and-cleanliness.

About Hyatt Regency DFW
Located adjacent to Terminal C in the DFW International Airport, the Hyatt Regency DFW has 811 Guest Rooms and 97,000 sq.ft. of flexible meeting space. The Hyatt Regency DFW has four food and beverage outlets located inside the hotel, Jacobs Spring Grill, Ace’s Lounge, Market, and Mr. G’s Steak House. The Hyatt Regency DFW completed a full hotel renovation as of October 2019.

About GBAC, a Division of ISSA
Composed of international leaders in the field of microbial-pathogenic threat analysis, mitigation, response and recovery, the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, provides training, guidance, accreditation, certification, crisis management assistance and leadership to government, commercial and private entities looking to mitigate, quickly address and/or recover from biological threats and real-time crises. The organization’s services include biorisk management program assessment and training, Forensic Restoration® response and remediation, the GBAC STAR™ facility accreditation program, training and certification of individuals and consulting for building owners and facility managers. For more information, visit http://www.gbac.org.

About ISSA
With more than 9,300 members—including distributors, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, building service contractors, in-house service providers, residential cleaners and associated service members—ISSA is the world’s leading trade association for the cleaning industry. The association is committed to changing the way the world views cleaning by providing its members with the business tools they need to promote cleaning as an investment in human health, the environment and an improved bottom line. Headquartered in Northbrook, Ill., USA, the association has regional offices in Mainz, Germany; Whitby, Canada; Parramatta, Australia; Seoul, South Korea; and Shanghai, China. For more information about ISSA, visit http://www.issa.com or call 800-225-4772 (North America) or 847-982-0800.

Craig Harvey
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Hyatt Regency DFW
(972) 615-6715
Craig.Harvey@Hyatt.com

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HARMAN’s EV Plus+ Wins «Connected Car Innovation of the Year» in 2021 IoT Breakthrough Awards Program

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — IoT Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global Internet-of-Things (IoT) market today, today announced that <a target="_blank"…

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — IoT Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global Internet-of-Things (IoT) market today, today announced that HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, has been selected as the winner of the «Connected Car Innovation of the Year» award in the 5th annual IoT Breakthrough Awards program in recognition of HARMAN’s EV Plus+ solution.

With electric vehicle (EV) sales growing to nearly one-third of the total market share for new vehicle sales in the next 10 years, range anxiety and compromised consumer experiences remain as significant barriers to entry for many consumers as in-car features that require a power draw, including premium audio and entertainment, are often skipped over in the electric vehicle environment.

HARMAN believes that eco-friendly choices and superior in-car experiences are not mutually exclusive and has developed the EV+ solution, offering an intersection of hardware and software. Now, premium branded audio can be added to any EV Plus+ equipped vehicle through the HARMAN Ignite Store.

HARMAN’s industry-first EV Plus+ solution offers customers a platform of software-enabled audio upgrades as well as a cloud-based marketplace of apps and features for an in-vehicle experience that doesn’t compromise vehicle range or consumer enjoyment. A key component of EV Plus+ is Ecotect, a sustainably-built design that delivers powerful audio performance with 50% less overall system mass, 50% less speaker mass, and 30% fewer part locations than traditional premium audio systems. The Ecotect design framework provides the elevated listening experience desired by end users, but does so at half the weight of a traditional audio system, increasing the EV’s range and easing consumer range anxiety.

«As exciting as the increased adoption of connected car and electric vehicles is, it is unfortunate that many green vehicles forgo high-quality entertainment and tech options,» said James Johnson, managing director at IoT Breakthrough. «The average sound system on the market weighs just under 10 pounds, and when it comes to EV range, every ounce counts – even down to the thickness of the power wires. HARMAN is delivering breakthrough innovation to offset this potential barrier consumers may have in switching to eco-friendly vehicles, representing a transformational development in the connected car space. Congratulations to HARMAN on winning our ‘Connected Car Innovation of the Year’ award for 2021, and for earning an IoT Breakthrough Award five years running.»

The mission of the IoT Breakthrough Awards program is to recognize the innovators, leaders and visionaries from around the globe in a range of IoT categories, including Industrial and Enterprise IoT, Smart City technology, Connected Home and Home Automation, Connected Car, and many more. This year’s program attracted more than 3,850 nominations from companies all over the world.

«HARMAN is committed to delivering innovations that benefit society, consumers, and customers in a lower-carbon world, and EV Plus+ delivers on that commitment with a premium experience for electric vehicles built on industry-first eco-friendly audio innovations,» said Tom Rivers, vice president, global marketing, Automotive & Connected Services, HARMAN. «We are honored to be recognized as a ‘breakthrough’ connected car leader as we continue our work to ensure our customers enjoy high-quality audio on the go while doing their part to make this a more livable earth for future generations.»

HARMAN’s EV Plus+ shows that it’s possible to deliver rich, meaningful experiences while complying with global environmental standards, including REACH, GADSL, IMDS, RoHS, TSCA, and WEEE. EV Plus+ assures drivers can maximize their Experiences per Mile without compromise.

About IoT Breakthrough
Part of the Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the IoT Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in Internet-of-Things technologies, services, companies and products. The IoT Breakthrough Awards program provides a forum for public recognition around the achievements of IoT companies and products in categories including Connected Home and Home Automation, Connected Car, Industrial IoT (IIoT) and Smart City, Consumer IoT and more. For more information visit IoTBreakthrough.com.

About HARMAN
HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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Indonesia Electric Two Wheeler Market Report 2020: Market was Valued Over USD 364.42 Million in 2019 – Forecast to 2025

DUBLIN, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «Indonesia Electric Two Wheeler Market, By Vehicle Type (Electric Motorcycle and Electric Scooters/Mopeds), By Battery Capacity, By Battery Type, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2025» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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The Indonesian Electric Two Wheeler Market was valued over USD 364.42 Million in 2019 and is forecast to grow at CAGR of 20.96% to reach USD 816.22 Million by 2025.

This is due to increasing concerns about GHG emissions coupled with government support in the form of incentives and schemes aimed at encouraging the manufacturing of electric vehicles in the country. However, high charging time can hinder the growth of the market. Additionally, increasing online sales of electric vehicles coupled with growing domestic manufacturing would further steer growth in the Indonesian Electric Two Wheeler Market during the next five years.

The Indonesian Electric Two Wheeler Market can be segregated based on vehicle type, battery capacity, battery type, region and company. In terms of battery type, the market can be bifurcated into lithium ion and lead acid. Lead acid battery is expected to dominate the market until 2025 due to its cost effectiveness; however, the other battery type, i.e. lithium ion or Li-ion is expected to witness significant demand due to low charging time when compared with its lead acid counterparts. Based on vehicle type, electric moped or scooters dominated the market and the trend is likely to continue in the coming years as well. This is due to growing number of female drivers and maneuverability offered by moped or scooters.

Major companies operating in the electric two wheeler market of Indonesia include Viar Motor Indonesia, Shandong Incalcu Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd, Segway Inc., Zero Motorcycles, Inc., Selis (PT Juara Bike), Niu Indonesia and Garansindo Electric Scooter ITS. Indonesia is the world’s biggest producer of nickel ore, which is among the vital components of electric vehicle batteries.

The companies are forming joint ventures to produce electric vehicle batteries in the country. For e.g.: Indonesia Battery Holding, new venture which is to be formed between state miners MIND ID and Aneka Tambang (ANTAM) to make batteries for electric vehicles in near future. The company will soon start the production of electric vehicles in the country.

Years considered for this report:

  • Historical Years: 2015-2018
  • Base Year: 2019
  • Estimated Year: 2020
  • Forecast Period: 2021-2025

Key Topics Covered:

1. Product of Interest Introduction: Electric Two Wheeler

2. Research Methodology

3. Impact of COVID-19 on Indonesia Electric Two Wheeler Market

4. Executive Summary

5. Voice of Customer
5.1. Brand Recall
5.2. Factors Influencing Purchase Decision
5.3. Brand Satisfaction Level
5.4. Challenges & Unmet Needs

6. Indonesia Electric Two Wheeler Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1. By Value & Volume
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Vehicle Type (Electric Motorcycle and Electric Scooters/Mopeds)
6.2.2. By Battery Capacity (&lessThan; 25 Ah and >25 Ah)
6.2.3. By Battery Type (Lead Acid and Li-ion)
6.2.4. By Region
6.2.5. By Company
6.3. Market Attractiveness Index

7. Indonesia Electric Motorcycle Market Outlook
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value & Volume
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Battery Capacity
7.2.2. By Battery Type
7.3. Market Attractiveness Index (By Battery Type)

8. Indonesia Electric Scooters/Mopeds Market Outlook
8.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.1.1. By Value & Volume
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Battery Capacity
8.2.2. By Battery Type
8.3. Market Attractiveness Index (By Battery Type)

9. Market Dynamics

10. Import & Export Analysis

11. Market Trends & Developments

12. Indonesia Economic Profile

13. Competitive Landscape
13.1. Viar Motor Indonesia
13.2. Shandong Incalcu Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd
13.3. Segway Inc.
13.4. Zero Motorcycles, Inc.
13.5. Selis (PT Juara Bike).
13.6. Niu Indonesia
13.7. Garansindo Electric Scooter ITS

14. Strategic Recommendations

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NACTOY Reveals Winners of the 2021 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle™ of the Year

DETROIT, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The winners of the 2021 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards™ were revealed earlier today during a virtual event hosted by the organization’s officers.

DETROIT, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The winners of the 2021 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards™ were revealed earlier today during a virtual event hosted by the organization’s officers.

After hundreds of hours of test drives, research and evaluation, NACTOY’s independent jurors voted for Hyundai Elantra, as the North American Car of the Year™, Ford F-150 as North American Truck of the Year™ and Ford Mustang Mach-E as North American Utility Vehicle of the Year™.

Founded in 1994, these awards are the longest-running new-vehicle awards not associated with a single publication, website, radio or television station. They are judged by 50 professional automotive journalists from the United States and Canada who work for and contribute to a wide variety of magazines, newspapers, websites, television and radio stations.

Jurors began the 2021 evaluation process with 43 eligible vehicles before narrowing them down to 27 semifinalists and then nine finalists through two rounds of voting.

«The automotive industry launched an unusually strong field of impressive new vehicles, including many with significant technological advances, which made our job as jurors even harder than usual this year,» said NACTOY President Gary Witzenburg. «We applaud these 2021 winners and congratulate the industry for continuing to serve its customers with highly desirable new products year after year.»

To determine these three winners, jurors voted on the nine finalists based on segment leadership, innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value for the dollar. The votes were tallied confidentially by Deloitte LLP and remained secret until envelopes were unsealed during today’s event.

Here is a closer look at each winner:

Car of the Year: Hyundai Elantra

The compact car segment is far less popular today than it was just a few years ago and some automakers have abandoned it entirely. Not Hyundai.

«It is refreshing to see an automaker so committed to the sedan segment that at launch they offer such a wide variety of models as is in the Hyundai Elantra family,» said Senior Executive Producer/Host at Maryland Public Television/MotorWeek and NACTOY juror John Davis. «Hyundai did not do the drip-drip of the model variants over a longer term as is typical for the class.»

Hyundai Elantra – photos and B-Roll 

Truck of the Year: Ford F-150

NACTOY jurors said Ford found many ways to improve what was already the market’s top-selling pickup.

«The F-Series is Ford’s crown jewel, not to mention the highest-selling vehicle lineup in the U.S. for 40 years,» said freelance auto reporter, analyst and NACTOY juror John Voelcker. «The latest version refines the package, keeping what’s good, updating as needed, and delivering the right mix of features, capabilities, comfort, and style—with the added benefit of the first hybrid powertrain in almost a decade to debut in a full-size pickup truck.»

Ford F-150 – photos and B-roll

Utility Vehicle of the Year: Ford Mustang Mach-E

Until now, it would have been unheard of to put an iconic Mustang badge on a utility vehicle, but NACTOY jurors say Ford’s decision to take that risk paid off with the Mustang Mach E.

«The Mustang Mach-E leapfrogs European EVs as the Tesla Model Y’s most formidable challenger yet. Like Tesla, Mach-E understands that the premium EV market is as much about interior tech as it is about torque,» said Detroit News Auto Critic and NACTOY juror Henry Payne.

Photos and B-Roll of the Ford Mustang Mach E available here 

NACTOY jurors voted these three winners from the following nine outstanding finalists:

Car of the Year

Truck of the Year

Utility Vehicle of the Year

Genesis G80

Hyundai Elantra

Nissan Sentra

 

Ford F-150

Jeep Gladiator Mojave

Ram 1500 TRX

 

 

Ford Mustang Mach E

Genesis GV80

Land Rover Defender

NACTOY is an independent, non-profit organization, with dues-paying journalist members led by elected officers.

NOTE: Spanish and French versions of this release will be available on NACTOY’s website. For more information about NACTOY and its history: http://northamericancaroftheyear.org.

ABOUT NORTH AMERICAN CAR, TRUCK, AND UTILITY VEHICLE OF THE YEAR™

The awards are intended to recognize the most outstanding new vehicles of the year. These vehicles are benchmarks in their segments based on factors including innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value for the dollar. The organization gives out three awards. They are: «North American Car of the Year™,» «North American Truck of the Year™,» and the «North American Utility Vehicle of the Year™.» The awards are unique because they are given by an independent jury of automotive journalists from the United States and Canada instead of being given by a single publication, website, radio or television station.

 

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Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport Announces the Completion of a $20M Renovation – Hotel Now Open

TORONTO, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport, owned and operated by Manga Hotels, opens its doors after completing a $20 million renovation. The transformation marks a new beginning for…

TORONTO, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport, owned and operated by Manga Hotels, opens its doors after completing a $20 million renovation. The transformation marks a new beginning for the hotel as staff recommits to delivering warm hospitality, memorable events and delightful dinning. The 528-room hotel is in a prime location for all travellers visiting the Toronto region and flying through the Toronto Pearson Airport. The hotel is close to Highway 401 and 427, making it an ideal venue for conferences, meetings and layover travel when the need resumes.

Manga Hotels has invested in the following renovations to the 12-story property, improving the hotel’s offering with a modern design:  

  • Design and structural enhancements to the external façade, a rebuild of the lobby with dramatic grey and gold lighting fixtures, a grab and go marketplace, modern fireplace, and a new business centre – all designed to provide a one-stop solution for busy travellers. 
  • All 528 guest rooms and bathrooms were redesigned for functionality with a chic contemporary palette. The rooms feature warm, welcoming colors of gold, grey and whites. Half of the hotel’s room inventory offer king-sized beds with walk-in showers.
  • The hotel has an executive floor on the upper levels of the hotel for added privacy.  
  • Award-winning Chef Tony Fernandes’ vision of The Cannery Kitchen & Social outlet in the hotel includes an updated dining, bar, and social area with seating for 200-guests. The menu will be updated to reflect a fresh and healthy take on Canadian food favourites.
  • The 1,000 square foot gym features modern workout equipment from Life Fitness brand, including Bluetooth™ speakers. The hotel’s indoor pool was also renovated.
  • The 4,500-square feet Algonquin Ballroom and meeting spaces now feature state of the art audio-visual equipment such as digital screens, surround sound audio, web camera for virtual calls and theatrical lighting – making it ideal for weddings, conferences and trade shows. The total function meeting space is 12,000-square feet.

Sukhdev Toor, President of Manga Hotels said: «The hotel is one of the largest airport hotels in the market and now, the most modern. The renovation and undertaking of this new look and design was extensive and the results are amazing. Our experience working with airport markets will continue to allow us to provide the very best services and faculties to our guests.»

The inspiration for The Cannery Kitchen & Social is influenced by Canada’s vibrant history and East Coast roots.  The menu features local favourites combined with international flavours to represent the best of Canada.  The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, allowing guests to unwind and enjoy a great meal, and drinks. 

IHG understands that cleanliness is top of mind for today’s traveler. The company’s longstanding commitment to rigorous cleaning procedures includes the IHG Way of Clean program developed with Ecolab and Diversey, both world leaders in hygiene and cleaning technologies. The program, launched in 2015, features deep cleaning with hospital-grade disinfectants as well as new COVID-19 protocols and best practices, developed with experts from the Cleveland Clinic. As a part of the IHG family of brands, Crowne Plaza properties offer guests additional peace of mind with the IHG Clean Promise – guests can be reassured that their room will meet IHG’s high standards of cleanliness. If not, the hotel will make it right.

Manga Hotels is a Toronto-based, privately held hospitality and real estate company, Manga Hotels acquires, develops and manages high quality hotels affiliated with a range of prestigious brands, including IHG. Manga Hotels currently operates 18 hotels in the Greater Toronto Area, Halifax, St. John’s and Buffalo, NY as well as 12 affiliated restaurants including Starbucks and a Turtle Jack’s Muskoka Grill.

About Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts: Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts is one of the fastest growing hotel brands globally. At Crowne Plaza® we’re all business, mostly, combining empowered service, always-on connectivity, innovative rooms and flexible co-working spaces, to enable guests to be productive, feel energised and build meaningful relationships with their clients and colleagues whist travelling for business. Beautifully equipped rooms, signature Sleep Advantage® programme, 24-hour fitness facilities, healthy food and innovative partnerships deliver an experience that’s design-led, tech-enabled and culturally relevant to the world of modern business travel; meaning guests can recharge and be inspired to enhance their downtime and worktime. For more information, visit www.crowneplaza.com, and connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Crowne.PlazaTwitter www.twitter.com/crowneplaza, and Instagram www.instagram.com/crowneplaza.  

About IHG®:  IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global organisation with a broad portfolio of hotel brands, including Six Senses Hotels Resorts SpasRegent Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants, Hotel Indigo®, EVEN® Hotels, HUALUXE® Hotels and Resorts, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, voco™, Holiday Inn® Hotels & Resorts , Holiday Inn Express®, Holiday Inn Club Vacations®, avid™ hotels, Staybridge Suites®, Atwell Suites™, and Candlewood Suites®.

IHG franchises, leases, manages or owns more than 5,900 hotels and approximately 883,000 guest rooms in more than 100 countries, with over 1,900 hotels in its development pipeline. IHG also manages IHG® Rewards Club, our global loyalty programme, which has more than 100 million enrolled members.

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group’s holding company and is incorporated in Great Britain and registered in England and Wales. More than 400,000 people work across IHG’s hotels and corporate offices globally.

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Get Ready to Soak Up Some Vitamin Sea With Holland America Line’s 2021-2022 Caribbean Cruise Season That Includes New Rotterdam

SEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Beyond the balmy breezes and crystalline waters of the Caribbean, the vibrant cultures of the islands await to be discovered on a Holland America Line cruise during the 2021-2022 season. Ranging from seven to 21 days, guests will have their pick of six of the line’s premium, mid-sized ships — including Rotterdam in its debut season in the Caribbean —…

SEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Beyond the balmy breezes and crystalline waters of the Caribbean, the vibrant cultures of the islands await to be discovered on a Holland America Line cruise during the 2021-2022 season. Ranging from seven to 21 days, guests will have their pick of six of the line’s premium, mid-sized ships — including Rotterdam in its debut season in the Caribbean all conveniently sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Holland America Line’s vast offerings between October 2021 and April 2022 feature three- to 14-day itineraries to the eastern, western and southern regions of the Caribbean, including sailings that spend a day discovering the Panama Canal. In addition to Rotterdam, guests can choose a Caribbean cruise on Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Volendam and one holiday sailing on Zaandam.

Half Moon Cay: Best Private Island & Highest Rated Caribbean Port
All of the itineraries include a call at Half Moon Cay, affording guests more opportunities to experience Holland America Line’s award-winning private Bahamian island. Both Porthole Cruise Magazine and Travel Weekly readers have named Half Moon Cay the industry’s Best Private Island, and it is Holland America Line’s highest-rated Caribbean port call by its guests. This quintessential and quaint sanctuary has evolved into a playground for cruise guests and features the finest beaches in the Caribbean; a natural 700-acre lagoon; two-story villas and private cabanas; delicious dining venues like Lobster Shack; a children’s waterpark; and a variety of fun-filled shore excursions for nature lovers, adventurous travelers and explorers.

Maiden Season in the Caribbean for Rotterdam
Holland America Line’s newest ship kicks off the Caribbean season with three- and four-day samplers. The four-day departs Nov. 3 and calls at Half Moon Cay and Key West Florida, and the three-day departs Nov. 7 and calls at Half Moon Cay. With the most varied options of the season, Rotterdam will then sail a series of cruises that include tropical, western, eastern and southern itineraries ranging from six to 11 days.

Holland America Line’s ships explore the treasures of the Caribbean on a variety of routes:

Bahamas Sampler:

Ports: Half Moon Cay and Nassau, Bahamas
Length: Three, four or five days
Ships: Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Rotterdam

Eastern Caribbean:

Ports: Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos; San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.; Half Moon Cay
Length: Seven days
Ships: Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam

Western Caribbean:

Ports: Combination of Belize City, Belize; Falmouth and Ocho Rios, Jamaica; Georgetown, Grand Cayman; Cozumel, Mexico; Half Moon Cay, Nassau
Length: Seven or eight days
Ships: Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam

Southern Caribbean:

Ports: Combination of Amber Cove, Dominican Republic; Bridgetown, Barbados; Oranjestad, Aruba; Kralendijk, Bonaire; Willemstad, Curaçao; Philipsburg, Sint Maarten; Fort-de-France, Martinique; Castries, Saint Lucia; Basseterre, St. Kitts; Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe; Saint Georges, Grenada; Port-of-Spain, Trinidad; Half Moon Cay, San Juan, St. Thomas
Length: Seven, nine, 10, 11 or 14 days
Ships: Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam, Volendam, Zaandam

Tropical Caribbean:

Ports: Amber Cove, Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay,
Length: Six or seven days
Ships: Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam

Partial Panama Canal:

Ports: Cartagena, Colombia; Colon, Panama; Puerto Limon, Costa Rica; Aruba, Curaçao, Half Moon Cay, Panama Canal partial transit (Gatun Lake/scenic cruising)
Length: 10 or 11 days
Ship: Eurodam

Combine Back-to-Back Cruises for Longer Collectors’ Voyages
Many of the cruises can be extended into Collectors’ Voyages to create the ultimate Caribbean exploration with more economical fares than if booking the cruises individually. Ranging from 13 to 21 days, these longer journeys combine nonrepeating, back-to-back itineraries, allowing guests to span more than one Caribbean region and enjoy the ultimate island-hopping journey.

Celebrate the Season with a Festive Holiday Cruise
Travelers who like to get away for the winter holidays have nine holiday sailings to choose from that range from seven to 14 days; Holiday Collectors’ Voyage extend up to 21 days.

During holiday cruises, guests can take part in a Christmas tree-lighting ceremony, enjoy caroling and sing-alongs, participate in Hanukkah celebrations, indulge in traditional holiday meals with all the trimmings and a special Royal Dutch High Tea with fanciful holiday cookies and pastries. Kids will delight in a visit from Santa Claus and holiday-themed crafts. The New Year’s Eve sailings are the ideal setting to ring in a new year, featuring a festive holiday ball with a Champagne toast.

Delve Deeper Into Caribbean Life
Throughout each cruise, EXC programming brings the Caribbean’s local traditions, culinary tastes and cultural experiences to life. Guests who want to learn more about the region can attend an EXC Talk on topics ranging from «The Caribbean Spirit: The Story of Rum» to «The Deep Blue: Life Below the Water’s Edge.» Foodies can head to a Port to Table cooking demonstration, cooking class or themed mixology class featuring local fare, or participate in an exclusive culinary-themed shore excursion in partnership with FOOD & WINE magazine showcasing the region’s food scene from a local perspective.

Take Advantage of View and Verandah Offer
Book by Feb. 28, 2021, and take advantage of the ‘View & Verandah’ offer that includes stateroom upgrades, free beverages, one-night specialty dining, 10% off shore excursions and more. Savings with the «View and Verandah» Big Event is valued at up to $3,800 per stateroom, depending on length of cruise and category booked. Caribbean cruise pricing starts at $699 per person, double occupancy, for a seven-day sailing. Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional.

For more information, contact a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (1-877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.

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About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE:  CCL and CUK)]
Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873 and was the first cruise line to offer adventures to Alaska and the Yukon more than 70 years ago. Its fleet of premium ships visits more than 470 ports in 98 countries around the world, offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience. A third Pinnacle-class ship, Rotterdam, is under construction and will join the fleet in July 2021.

The leader in premium cruising, Holland America Line’s ships feature innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel. The best live music at sea fills each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive selections from Holland America Line’s esteemed Culinary Council, comprising world-famous chefs.

In light of COVID-19, Holland America Line is currently assessing enhanced health and safety protocols and how they may impact future cruises. Actual offerings may vary from what is displayed. Stay updated on current Travel Advisories and Health & Safety protocols.

CONTACT:

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PHONE:

800-637-5029, 206-626-9890

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Chiefs, Packers Predictably Big Home Favorites in NFL’s Divisional Round, According to TheLines

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Home teams have dominated the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, so it’s no surprise that the NFL’s two best teams over the course of the 2020-21 season are significant favorites heading into this weekend’s playoff games, according to TheLines, which tracks odds in the U.S. regulated sports…

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Home teams have dominated the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, so it’s no surprise that the NFL’s two best teams over the course of the 2020-21 season are significant favorites heading into this weekend’s playoff games, according to TheLines, which tracks odds in the U.S. regulated sports betting market.

In the last 13 years, home teams in the Divisional Round are 36-16 straight up, including 3-1 last season. That’s good news for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Green Bay Packers, who both find themselves a touchdown or better favorites this weekend, as well as the Buffalo Bills and New Orleans Saints.

Bettors, though, will have to be more diligent in deciding their picks. Underdogs are 27-24-1 against the spread over the last 13 years, even as favorites have gone 3-1 in each of the last two seasons. The Chiefs enter their game with the upstart Cleveland Browns as 10-point home favorites, while the Packers stand as 7-point favorites against the visiting Los Angeles Rams according to a consensus of the nation’s largest legal online sportsbooks — including DraftKings, FanDuel, PointsBet, PlaySugarHouse, BetMGM, Unibet, and William Hill. While the Bills and Saints enter the week as much narrower favorites.

«Unlike in the Wild Card round, the home teams in the Divisional Round are historically the best teams in the NFL that season,» said Brett Collson, lead analyst for TheLines.com. «Even with the new playoff structure, the top four seeds will host this weekend. But picking a home favorite is never automatic, especially as the quality of teams improve as teams advance in the playoffs.»

The consensus point spreads for Divisional Round games, as of Monday, Jan. 11:

  • Los Angeles Rams at Green Bay Packers (-7); over/under 46
  • Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills (-2.5); over/under 50
  • Cleveland Browns at Kansas City Chiefs (-10); over/under 55.5
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New Orleans Saints (-3); over/under 51.5

The current odds for remaining playoff teams to win Super Bowl LV as of Monday, Jan. 11 (with preseason odds):

  • Kansas City Chiefs +200 (+600)
  • Green Bay Packers +400 (+3100)
  • Buffalo Bills +600 (+2500)
  • New Orleans Saints +600 (+1200)
  • Baltimore Ravens +800 (+650)
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers +900 (+1500)
  • Los Angeles Rams +2000 (+4000)
  • Cleveland Browns +2800 (+3400)

To access updated NFL playoff lines and Super Bowl odds, and for more analysis, visit TheLines.com/odds/nfl-playoffs.

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TheLines.com is a leading source for news, analysis, and research related to the market for regulated sports betting in the United States. Affiliated with the PlayUSA.com Network, TheLines.com provides original daily reporting and offers player advocacy tools related to the advancement of safe, licensed, and legal online sports betting. Based in Las Vegas, the PlayUSA Network is independently owned and operated, with no affiliations to any casino — commercial, tribal, online, or otherwise.

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Hyundai Elantra Wins Prestigious 2021 North American Car of the Year™

Award caps strong year for Hyundai Motor North America and Elantra

– Dramatic four-door-coupe look comes to life with «Parametric Dynamics» design theme

Segment-first wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™

Segment-first Hyundai Digital Key

– More than 50 MPG combined fuel EPA estimated economy rating on first-ever Elantra Hybrid

Elantra N and Elantra N Line performance models added to the family

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Award caps strong year for Hyundai Motor North America and Elantra

– Dramatic four-door-coupe look comes to life with «Parametric Dynamics» design theme

Segment-first wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™

Segment-first Hyundai Digital Key

– More than 50 MPG combined fuel EPA estimated economy rating on first-ever Elantra Hybrid

Elantra N and Elantra N Line performance models added to the family

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The 2021 Hyundai Elantra was named winner of the 2021 North American Car of the Year award today by the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) automotive media jury. This is the second time the Hyundai sedan has won Car of the Year (2012). Only two cars have won the award more than once (Chevrolet Corvette and Honda Civic) and this marks Hyundai’s third Car of the Year category win. The winner was announced during a virtual event. Images, b-roll footage, press releases and specifications for the 2021 Elantra can be found at https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/models/hyundai-elantra-2021-elantra.

Hyundai Elantra Wins Prestigious  2021 North American Car of the Year™

«Thank you to all of the jurors. I am honored to accept this award on behalf of the entire company, our Alabama and Ulsan plant employees who build Elantra and our dealers,» said José Muñoz, Global Chief Operating Officer of Hyundai Motor Company, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor North America and Hyundai Motor America. «Elantra is a symbol of our blend of dynamic design, advanced technology and great fuel economy. Elantra customers are going to experience all of the hard work and dedication that went into making this class-leading car.»

The jurors tested and evaluated more than 40 new vehicles before voting the top three cars, utility vehicles and trucks to be 2021 finalists. The Nissan Sentra and Genesis G80 were the other car finalists.

Now in their 28th year, the NACTOY awards are selected through a series of three separate votes by a diverse jury of automotive journalists from numerous outlets in the United States and Canada. Jurors evaluate the finalists based on segment leadership, innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value for the dollar.

Founded in 1994, these awards are the longest-running new-vehicle awards not associated with a single publication, website, radio or television station. Because of the jurors’ independence, these awards are among the most respected in the industry. 

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Hyundai Elantra Wins Prestigious 2021 North American Car of the Year™

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The 2021 Hyundai Elantra was named winner of the 2021 North American Car of the Year award today by the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) automotive media jury. This is the second time the Hyundai sedan has won Car of the Year (2012). Only two cars have won the award more than once (Chevrolet Corvette and Honda Civic) and this marks Hyundai’s third Car of the Year category win. The winner was announced during a virtual…

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The 2021 Hyundai Elantra was named winner of the 2021 North American Car of the Year award today by the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) automotive media jury. This is the second time the Hyundai sedan has won Car of the Year (2012). Only two cars have won the award more than once (Chevrolet Corvette and Honda Civic) and this marks Hyundai’s third Car of the Year category win. The winner was announced during a virtual event. Images, b-roll footage, press releases and specifications for the 2021 Elantra can be found at https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/models/hyundai-elantra-2021-elantra.

Elantra is a symbol of Hyundai’s blend of dynamic design, advanced technology and great fuel economy.

«Thank you to all of the jurors. I am honored to accept this award on behalf of the entire company, our Alabama and Ulsan plant employees who build Elantra and our dealers,» said José Muñoz, Global Chief Operating Officer of Hyundai Motor Company, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor North America and Hyundai Motor America. «Elantra is a symbol of our blend of dynamic design, advanced technology and great fuel economy. Elantra customers are going to experience all of the hard work and dedication that went into making this class-leading car.»

The jurors tested and evaluated more than 40 new vehicles before voting the top three cars, utility vehicles and trucks to be 2021 finalists. The Nissan Sentra and Genesis G80 were the other car finalists.

Now in their 28th year, the NACTOY awards are selected through a series of three separate votes by a diverse jury of automotive journalists from numerous outlets in the United States and Canada. Jurors evaluate the finalists based on segment leadership, innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value for the dollar.

Founded in 1994, these awards are the longest-running new-vehicle awards not associated with a single publication, website, radio or television station. Because of the jurors’ independence, these awards are among the most respected in the industry. 

Hyundai Motor America
At Hyundai Motor America, we believe everyone deserves better. From the way we design and build our cars to the way we treat the people who drive them, making things better is at the heart of everything we do. Hyundai’s technology-rich product lineup of cars, SUVs and alternative-powered electric and fuel cell vehicles is backed by Hyundai Assurance—our promise to create a better experience for customers. Hyundai vehicles are sold and serviced through more than 820 dealerships nationwide and nearly half of those sold in the U.S. are built at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama. Hyundai Motor America is headquartered in Fountain Valley, California, and is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company of Korea.

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