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World’s largest RV rental company reveals performance stats from its best year on record, predictions for 2021 travel

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Outdoorsy, the most-trusted and only global online RV rental and outdoor travel marketplace, today released its 2020 Travel Trend report, recapping stats from its record year. Despite experiencing a 90 percent cancellation rate early in the year due to the pandemic, Outdoorsy’s RV bookings surged in 2020, leading to the company’s best year on record, with a more than 4,500% increase in bookings throughout the course of the pandemic. To date, more than 3.1M rental days have been booked on the platform, from a community of nearly 900K owners and renters.

With 200,000+ unique vehicles available to rent in 4,800+ cities across 14 countries, Outdoorsy was well poised as the preferred form of travel for consumers, offering a self-contained mode of transport that allowed travelers to safely hit the road amidst growing concerns around medical safety, while at the same time empowering RV owners to experience life-changing incomes.

«Roads really do have a way of connecting us all — and we’ve seen those connections, be that with family members or the natural world around us, become one of the top priorities for folks this year,» said Outdoorsy’s Co-Founder and CMO Jen Young. «Those connections that happen when you break away from the traditional modes of travel — the four walls of a hotel, the cramped armrests of a plane — are why we started Outdoorsy six years ago. This year has been a wild, rewarding ride of resilience, and our team eagerly anticipates the unprecedented growth our community and these connections are bound to see in the year ahead.»

2020, a year deemed by many as the year of the RV, marked Outdoorsy’s best year on record for bookings, revenue and new owner and renter sign ups. Beyond it being a strong performance year for the company, 2020 was also filled with milestones and key initiatives for the company including the addition of an Android renter app to its suite of iOS and Android apps for owners and renters. Outdoorsy also kicked off a Healthcare Heroes give back program, through which the company received 1,500+ nominations and awarded 140+ free RV vacations to healthcare workers on the front lines of the pandemic.

Outdoorsy also was the star attraction for celebrities looking to travel this year, with big names safely hitting the road in RVs in 2020, including: Zoey Deutch, who traveled up the Pacific Coast in a stylish campervan; Famed chef Curtis Stone and his family who celebrated Thanksgiving with a socially distanced RV trip; Lily Collins who got engaged while on her Outdoorsy campervan trip to the desert; Molly Sims who used Outdoorsy to set up a Halloween celebration at her home; Rosario Dawson and her quaranteam who traveled to Big Bear for a weekend away; and Rachel Brosnahan, Bella Thorne, Madelaine Pretsch, Camila Mendes, Sophia Boutella, LaLa Anthony, Ashley Greene, Colleen Ballinger, Lance Bass, Brandi Cyrus and Kelly Osbourne, among others.

With the release of its second annual travel trends report, Outdoorsy is showcasing major owner, renter and general travel industry takeaways from the company’s landmark year and predictions for the 2021 rental season.

2020 Outdoorsy Travel Trends

• A new audience is getting outdoors. Nearly 90% of Outdoorsy renters in 2020 were first timers.
• Spending more time on the road. The average trip length on Outdoorsy was 6.4 days, up from 6.0 days in 2019.
• Summer reigns supreme. July remained the most popular month for trips this year, followed by August and September.
• Western and southern states win out. California, Colorado and Texas were the most popular states for rentals, with Utah and Arizona following close behind.
• Towable trailers remain popular. Towable trailers, one of the most cost effective vehicle types on the platform, were the most popular vehicle rented from Outdoorsy in 2020, accounting for 46% of bookings. Class C RVs, which are a smaller driveable vehicle that is great for families, were the next popular, accounting for 24% of bookings.
• More people hit the road for Memorial Day. Memorial Day was the most popular holiday for RV rentals this year, beating out the 4th of July, which was the most popular holiday for RV travel in 2019.
• RV rentals increased in value to match their growing popularity, but remain an affordable vacation option. The overall average nightly rate of an Outdoorsy rental in 2020 was $161, up from the $153 average in 2019, which directly correlates with the growing popularity of RV rental vacations.
• RV rentals are the ultimate side hustle. The highest grossing owner with a single vehicle made nearly $42K this year – more than three times the average $13,000 a year that Americans made on their side hustles in 2019 (Bankrate).
• Power users can bring in the big bucks. The highest grossing owner listing on the platform made nearly $2.4M this year.

Most popular US metro areas for rentals in 2020

1. San Diego, California (Nearly double the bookings in 2020 versus 2019)
2. Las Vegas, Nevada
3. Phoenix, Arizona
4. Denver, Colorado
5. Austin, Texas
6. Portland, Oregon
7. Los Angeles, California
8. Salt Lake City, Utah
9. Mesa, Arizona
10. Seattle, Washington

2021 RV rental predictions

• RV and campervan rentals posed to become America’s next side hustle sweetheart. Due to an increase in RV sales and ownership, coupled with financial constraints and economic conditions, Americans will look to renting their vehicles as a steady source of secondary income. Outdoorsy owners can make up to $36,000 on average per year for each RV listed on the platform.
• Vanlife is the ultimate uniter — and it sees no age. Life on the road is just as popular with the millennial generation as it is with the baby boomer generation. In 2020, Outdoorsy saw over 100% YoY bookings growth across all generations. Everyone is attracted to the approachability and low learning curve of the vanlife lifestyle.
• More people are stepping outside of their comfort zone. Which means they’re getting out of the house and stepping outside. This year 90% of Outdoorsy renters were first-timers and the company expects this trend to continue. This new wave of travelers taking an interest in the outdoors will shape the future of Outdoorsy — and prioritize the protection of and access to the outdoors — for years to come. This new consumer mindset prioritizes trust, safety, cleanliness, and affordability.
• Working-from-the-road RV use will surge. There will be more working on the road and RV use than ever before. This is certainly believable, considering that work can be found wherever you open your laptop. Access to WiFi will be crucial for travelers as they take their jobs anywhere there’s an internet connection. In Outdoorsy’s recent Renter Sentiment Survey, 75% of travelers said they feel the freedom of virtual work and learning make them more likely to take a road trip at «off peak» times.
• Campgrounds will be booked earlier. Due to overall new demand for outdoor recreational travel and activities, Outdoorsy predicts national park campgrounds will be booked earlier in 2021. These prime spots typically book out up to 6 months in advance for national park campsites (around March and April), but the company is predicting the booking curve to move up to February this year.
• Visitors to our state and national parks will skyrocket. With international travel still mostly off-limits, state and national parks will see more visitors and campers than ever before. It will be the outdoor travel industry’s shared responsibility to help protect these national treasures for years to come and help educate and promote sustainable travel and leave no trace practices.

About Outdoorsy
Outdoorsy is the largest and most trusted RV rental and outdoor experiences marketplace on the planet. Founded in 2015, we have offices worldwide in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and the UK. Our mission is to mobilize the 56+ million idle RVs around the world to ensure everyone has the access, choice, and opportunity to safely enjoy outdoor experiences and empower RV owners to realize life-changing financial benefits. With more than 3 million rental days booked and more than 200,000 unique vehicles available to rent in 4,800+ cities across 14 countries, we’re here so that you can make the most of your time outside. Connect with us at www.outdoorsy.com or come along for the ride on our Never Idle Journal. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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DOHA, Qatar, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) will release a new culinary video, as part of a nine-part streaming series, to mark Qatar’s National Day on 18 December and promote the country’s diverse cuisines, connecting the international community to local Qatari delicacies.

The video introduces Qatari Chef Noor Al Mazroei as she shares her traditional recipe and insider tips for cooking Machboos, Qatar’s national dish. The video is part of a culinary series, which features some of the country’s most renowned chefs and gives the world an insight into Qatar’s expanding food scene.

Secretary General of Qatar National Tourism Council and Group Chief Executive of Qatar Airways, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: «Working with Chef Noor Al Mazroei to celebrate Qatar National Day gives us the pleasure of showcasing a local delicacy and bringing a small but integral part of Qatar’s heritage to kitchens around the world.»

«Our expanding culinary landscape blends the best of traditional flavours and dishes with modern twists and we look forward to welcoming guests to Qatar to experience our rich and evolving food scene first-hand.»

The rich and flavoursome rice dish, Machboos, is the national dish of Qatar. Its depth of flavour comes from a combination of aromatic spices that produce a smoky taste. Served with a variety of meats, the dish is a favourite across the Arabian Sea.

Chef Noor Al Mazroei Recipe:

Ingredients:

(Serves 2 / Prep time 20 minutes, cooking time approximately 1 hour)

1. 1 chicken

2.  2 cups of Basmati rice

3.  Half a cup of white onion, cubed

4.  Half a cup of tomatoes, roughly chopped  

5.  A quarter of a cup of chopped parsley

6.  1 tablespoon of grated garlic

7. 1 tablespoon of grated ginger

8.  2 green hot peppers

9.  4 tablespoons of Qatari bazaar (spice mix)

10. 1/4 cup of vegetable oil

Qatari Bazaar:

(Can be used for 10 -15 Recipe / Keep in an airtight jar and use as required)

1.  1 cup of cumin seeds

2.  1 cup of coriander seeds

3.  ½ cup of black lemon ground

4.  ½ cup of ginger powder

5.  ½ cup of cinnamon powder

6.  ½ cup turmeric powder

7.  ½ cup ground black pepper

8.  Tablespoon ground saffron

Method of mixing Qatari Bazaar:

1.  Roast cumin and coriander until brown

2.  Grind and mix well with the remaining ingredients until all spices are blended

3.  Remove from grinder into a container until use

Method:

1.  Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion, combine ginger, garlic and hot peppers in one bowl

2.  Wash rice before soaking in water for an hour

3.  Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high flame and add correct spice, Qatari Bazaar, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, green pepper, lemon, salt and leave until the mixture blends and withers completely

4.  Cut chicken in half and add into the pot until the mixture has turned the chicken red on both sides

5.  Add 3 cups of boiling water and reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 40 minutes

6.  Remove the chicken from the water, put it in an oven tray and cook on 190 °C / 170 Fan / 375°F for 10 minutes

7.  Remove half of the water from the pot before adding rice and leave it on a low boil for 10 minutes until rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid. Stir every 5 minutes

8.  Transfer the chicken and rice to a serving dish

To cook Chef Noor Al Mazroei’s Machboos recipe and watch her share her cooking tips, visit: https://www.visitqatar.qa or view the recipe above. 

For media-related inquiries, please contact QNTC’s Press Office on:

+974 4499 7882 or +974 3392 4466 | pressoffice@visitqatar.qa

About Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC)

Qatar National Tourism Council’s mission is to firmly establish Qatar as a place where cultural authenticity meets modernity, and where people of the world come together to experience unique offerings in culture, sports, business and family entertainment.

QNTC’s work is guided by the Qatar National Tourism Sector Strategy (QNTSS), which seeks to diversify the country’s tourism offering and increase visitor spending.

Since launching QNTSS, Qatar has welcomed over 14 million visitors. The economic impact of the tourism sector in Qatar is becoming increasingly visible with the government designating tourism in 2017 a priority sector in pursuit of a more diverse economy and more active private sector. 

Web: www.visitqatar.qa

Twitter: @NTC_Qatar

LinkedIn: Qatar National Tourism Council

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DOHA, Qatar, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) will release a new culinary video, as part of a nine-part streaming series, to mark Qatar’s National Day on 18 December and promote the country’s diverse cuisines, connecting the international community to local Qatari delicacies.

The video introduces Qatari Chef Noor Al Mazroei as she shares her traditional recipe and insider tips for cooking Machboos, Qatar’s national dish. The video is part of a culinary series, which features some of the country’s most renowned chefs and gives the world an insight into Qatar’s expanding food scene.

Secretary General of Qatar National Tourism Council and Group Chief Executive of Qatar Airways, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: «Working with Chef Noor Al Mazroei to celebrate Qatar National Day gives us the pleasure of showcasing a local delicacy and bringing a small but integral part of Qatar’s heritage to kitchens around the world.»

«Our expanding culinary landscape blends the best of traditional flavours and dishes with modern twists and we look forward to welcoming guests to Qatar to experience our rich and evolving food scene first-hand.»

The rich and flavoursome rice dish, Machboos, is the national dish of Qatar. Its depth of flavour comes from a combination of aromatic spices that produce a smoky taste. Served with a variety of meats, the dish is a favourite across the Arabian Sea.

Chef Noor Al Mazroei Recipe:

Ingredients:

(Serves 2 / Prep time 20 minutes, cooking time approximately 1 hour)

1. 1 chicken

2.  2 cups of Basmati rice

3.  Half a cup of white onion, cubed

4.  Half a cup of tomatoes, roughly chopped  

5.  A quarter of a cup of chopped parsley

6.  1 tablespoon of grated garlic

7. 1 tablespoon of grated ginger

8.  2 green hot peppers

9.  4 tablespoons of Qatari bazaar (spice mix)

10. 1/4 cup of vegetable oil

Qatari Bazaar:

(Can be used for 10 -15 Recipe / Keep in an airtight jar and use as required)

1.  1 cup of cumin seeds

2.  1 cup of coriander seeds

3.  ½ cup of black lemon ground

4.  ½ cup of ginger powder

5.  ½ cup of cinnamon powder

6.  ½ cup turmeric powder

7.  ½ cup ground black pepper

8.  Tablespoon ground saffron

Method of mixing Qatari Bazaar:

1.  Roast cumin and coriander until brown

2.  Grind and mix well with the remaining ingredients until all spices are blended

3.  Remove from grinder into a container until use

Method:

1.  Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion, combine ginger, garlic and hot peppers in one bowl

2.  Wash rice before soaking in water for an hour

3.  Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high flame and add correct spice, Qatari Bazaar, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, green pepper, lemon, salt and leave until the mixture blends and withers completely

4.  Cut chicken in half and add into the pot until the mixture has turned the chicken red on both sides

5.  Add 3 cups of boiling water and reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 40 minutes

6.  Remove the chicken from the water, put it in an oven tray and cook on 190 °C / 170 Fan / 375°F for 10 minutes

7.  Remove half of the water from the pot before adding rice and leave it on a low boil for 10 minutes until rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid. Stir every 5 minutes

8.  Transfer the chicken and rice to a serving dish

To cook Chef Noor Al Mazroei’s Machboos recipe and watch her share her cooking tips, visit: https://www.visitqatar.qa or view the recipe above. 

For media-related inquiries, please contact QNTC’s Press Office on:

+974 4499 7882 or +974 3392 4466 | pressoffice@visitqatar.qa

About Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC)

Qatar National Tourism Council’s mission is to firmly establish Qatar as a place where cultural authenticity meets modernity, and where people of the world come together to experience unique offerings in culture, sports, business and family entertainment.

QNTC’s work is guided by the Qatar National Tourism Sector Strategy (QNTSS), which seeks to diversify the country’s tourism offering and increase visitor spending.

Since launching QNTSS, Qatar has welcomed over 14 million visitors. The economic impact of the tourism sector in Qatar is becoming increasingly visible with the government designating tourism in 2017 a priority sector in pursuit of a more diverse economy and more active private sector. 

Web: www.visitqatar.qa

Twitter: @NTC_Qatar

LinkedIn: Qatar National Tourism Council

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Chef Noor Al Mazroei – Qatari Majboos_Image 1.jpg

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Visit Qatar

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WOODBRIDGE, Va., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The sporty crossover SUV continues to be a top pick with drivers who are searching for a new vehicle that has it all. From versatility and capability to technology, comfort and safety, a new crossover SUV has everything a driver is looking for in a vehicle. The hottest new crossover in the popular segment is the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Karen Radley Volkswagen is helping drivers perform the necessary research it takes to make an informed buying decision by offering valuable details and information about the new 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport in the form of a model research page.

The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport research page gives shoppers a closer and more detailed look at this popular new crossover SUV. Information about the sporty new 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport that can be found by visiting the model research page includes details about this crossover SUVs two available engine options, technology and comfort features as well as its safety features and driver-assist technologies.

To learn more about the new 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, or to schedule a test drive, drivers can visit the dealership’s website by going to http://www.karenradleyvw.com. Shoppers may also contact a sales professional at the dealership by calling 833-243-5895 to learn more about current sales and specials that may be available. Karen Radley Volkswagen is located at 14700 Jefferson Davis Highway.

Media Contact

Jose Cabrera, Karen Radley Volkswagen, 703-665-3275, josecarera@radleyautogroup.com

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FAIRMONT, W.Va., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As drivers continue their search for a new car that will fit their specific driving needs, they quickly learn that there are a lot to choose from, especially when shopping in the compact sedan automotive segment. To help future car shoppers learn more about the top choices for a new car, Dan Cava Toyota World has added informative model research pages of two of its top vehicles to its website. The 2021 Toyota Camry and 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid model research pages are giving drivers the information they need to make the most informed buying decision when it comes time for them to choose their new car.

The 2021 Toyota Camry model research page starts off with information about the new sedan’s interior passenger space, engine options, technology features, safety technologies and available comfort options. With such a plethora of information, every new car shopper will have what the need to make an informed buying decision.

Another popular new model that has received its own model research page is the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Valuable details about the fuel-efficient 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid that can be found include its available technology and comfort features and safety systems. Drivers can also learn more about the innovative hybrid system the new 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid uses, including its horsepower and torque ratings.

To learn more about the new 2021 Toyota Camry or 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid, interested drivers can visit the West Virginia Toyota dealership’s website by going to http://www.cavatoyota.com. Shoppers may also contact the dealer by phone with questions by calling 304-366-2720 or by driving to 2410 White Hall Blvd.

Media Contact

J.R. Tiano, Dan Cava Toyota World, 304-366-2720, j.r.tiano@cavatoyota.com

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GARFIELD, N.J., Dec. 16, 2020 The sauna has been a small building for various events, including religious ceremonies, sweat lodges, healing the unwell, and socializing for thousands of years. It affords its occupants the ability to relax and allows the mind to open to new channels of thought.

Saunas are culturally the rite of passage for the Finnish population. An old Finnish proverb describes the sauna as a ‘poor man’s pharmacy’ «If liquor, tar, and sauna won’t help, an illness is fatal». They have been used to treat the sick, cure meat, and even as a birthplace for women giving birth. The intense heat ensures that the ‘hot box’ is sterile.

In our modern times, people use the sauna for ‘sauna’ing’, a social affair that offers many positive health benefits while slowly relaxing the body and connecting with family and friends. It’s understood that the heat in the sauna activates brain neurons that release serotonin, a neurotransmitter essential for emotional health. In a nutshell, ‘the more you sweat, the better you will feel’. Studies show that perspiring flushes toxins out of the body and can improve cardiovascular function.

Intrinsically people are drawn to nature, which allows them to connect to the environment. BZB Cabins are launching a new range of static sauna cabins for the home garden. They also have a novel and nomadic sauna on wheels that will look just as good in a cool backyard or a favorite glamping destination such as an ecological farm, under the Northern Lights, the banks of a river, or the shores of the sea.

BZB Cabins such as the NOVUS L 70 are multi-purpose units elegantly designed to accommodate two separate rooms; one for the sauna and the other as a relaxation room. Outside, there is a covered terrace that is a great place to cool down and rehydrate. If there is enough outdoor space, then one or more of the units can be added and styled as a sitting room and bar area, kids room, and office space, which will provide a desirable socializing environment.

The domed nomadic IGLOO 40 is a distinctive and remarkable design built onto a tiny house transportable frame suitable for travel everywhere. It has two benches and can accommodate up to eight adults. A must-have for a weekend home or lovers of outdoor adventures and glamping.

About BZB Cabins

BZB Cabins was established in 2013. They are committed to providing European quality cabins, saunas, camping pods, and other outdoor products for urban backyards, country gardens, second home properties, or even on-the-go travel to customers across the United States and Canada. BZB Cabins also offers a comprehensive range of accessories and an impressive after-sales service to ensure complete enjoyment of the cabins.

Media Contact

Sigmar Sikk, BZB Cabins and Outdoors, +1 (800) 568-0804, info@bzbcabinsandoutdoors.com

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