MARLBOROUGH, Mass.,
Feb. 9, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures plunge, many
of us are dreaming of warmer weather, but, you may not have to go
as far as you think to find comfort. To some, being cozy may mean
curling up in a blanket by a crackling fireplace, while to others,
it could mean a quaint city filled with charming streets,
bookstores and warm coffee shops. For the third year in a row, the
makers of Honeywell portable heaters have teamed up with Dr.
Ted Myatt, ScD, an environmental
health scientist, to name America's coziest cities. This year,
Asheville, North Carolina climbs
to #1 on the list and Boston,
Massachusetts takes #2.
Using updated criteria, the study factored in the prevalence of
specialty grocery stores, coffee shops, bookstores and bakeries.
Average winter temperatures and annual average snowfall were also
considered, keeping in mind that moderate snowfall can be
picturesque and comforting whereas too much snow and extreme cold
can lead to cabin fever.
"We searched the entire United
States for cities and towns of varying sizes that inspire
coziness year round," said Dr. Ted
Myatt, ScD. "Boston, for
example, experienced record snowfall last year, yet has quaint
winding streets lined with brownstones and local shops, which
contribute to an overall cozy feel."
So where is the coziest place to live? Based on the
criteria and expert ranking, below is a list of the top 10 coziest
U.S. cities this year:
- Asheville, N.C.
- Boston, Mass.
- Salinas, Calif.
- Portland, Ore.
- Portland, Maine
- Santa Rosa, Calif.
- Providence, R.I.
- Spokane, Wash.
- Provo, Utah
- Chattanooga, Tenn.
To see what makes the other cities on the list great places to
cozy up in, visit
www.honeywellpluggedin.com/heaters/top-ten-coziest-cities.
Whether or not your city makes the list, it's easy to create a
personalized, cozy space with the new line of Honeywell Ceramic
Tower Heaters. Available in three sizes, these heaters seamlessly
blend into any size home or work space. With digital controls,
multiple heat settings, auto-off timers and built-in safety
features – they are efficient and easy to use. Using new Direct
Current Motor Technology, they are engineered with a smaller
footprint and slim, modern design but still offer powerful heating
for creating a comfortable, cozy space.
For tips on keeping your home cozy or for more information on
Honeywell heaters, visit www.HoneywellPluggedIn.com.
About Kaz
A world leader in high quality healthcare
and home environment products, Kaz is a state of the art,
dynamically-managed, global leader in healthcare devices, home
comfort and water filtration products that operates in over 65
countries on six continents. The branded product portfolio
includes PUR® Water Filtration products, Vicks® Thermometers and
Humidifiers, Honeywell® Humidifiers, Heaters, Fans and Air
Cleaners, Braun® Thermometers, SoftHeat® Heating Pads, SmartTemp®
Hot/Cold Packs, Febreze® air purifiers and more. Kaz
USA, Inc. is part of the Helen of
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For more information about Kaz, please visit
www.kaz.com.
About Helen of Troy Limited
Helen of Troy Limited
(NASDAQ, NM: HELE) is a leading global consumer products company
offering creative solutions for its customers through a strong
portfolio of well-recognized and widely-trusted brands, including:
Housewares: OXO®, Good Grips®, Soft Works®, OXO tot® and OXO
Steel®; Healthcare/Home Environment: Vicks®, Braun®, Honeywell®,
PUR®, Febreze®, Stinger®, Duracraft® and SoftHeat®; and Beauty:
Revlon®, Vidal Sassoon®, Dr. Scholl's®, Pro Beauty Tools®, Sure®,
Pert®, Infusium23®, Brut®, Ammens®, Hot Tools®, Bed Head®, Karina®,
Ogilvie® and Gold 'N Hot®. The Nutritional Supplements segment was
formed with the acquisition of Healthy Directions, a U.S. market
leader in premium doctor-branded vitamins, minerals and
supplements, as well as other health products sold directly to
consumers. The Honeywell® trademark is used under license from
Honeywell International Inc. The Vicks®, Braun®, Febreze® and Vidal
Sassoon® trademarks are used under license from The Procter &
Gamble Company. The Revlon® trademark is used under license from
Revlon Consumer Products Corporation. The Bed Head® trademark is
used under license from Unilever PLC. The Dr. Scholl's® trademark
is used under license from MSD Consumer Care, Inc. For more
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