ArenaBowl XXI Headquarter Hotel Announced

May 30, 2007 - Arena Football League (1987-2008) (AFL I) News Release

NEW YORK - The Arena Football League announced today that the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel will be the Official Headquarter Hotel of ArenaBowl XXI New Orleans. ArenaBowl XXI will be played at New Orleans Arena on Sunday, July 29 at 3 p.m. ET.

"New Orleans is known for its Old World charm and exceptional music, and the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel is in the heart of it all," said JOE VRANKIN, Chief Operating Officer, AFL. "We're thrilled to offer AFL fans the chance to experience New Orleans at its finest. ArenaBowl XXI is nearly sold out and we've put together an exciting weekend that will feature the Crescent City."

The Sheraton New Orleans Hotel will host the AFL's ArenaBowl XXI offices and the ArenaBowl XXI Official Merchandise Store, as well as providing an advance event and ArenaBowl XXI Will Call office. AFL fans can take advantage of a special room rate of $139 per night with a minimum two-night stay.

"The Sheraton New Orleans Hotel is honored to have been chosen as the headquarter hotel for ArenaBowl XXI," said TOMMY MOREL, Area Director of Sales & Marketing for Starwood Hotels & Resorts, the managing partner of the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel. "We are excited to be a part of the team staging the event and for the opportunity to create the fan-friendly environment so many of our past guests have enjoyed when the city hosts championship events."

ArenaBowl XXI New Orleans weekend activities kick off on Friday, July 27 with the ADT ArenaBall Awards Gala and continue throughout the weekend. Log onto www.ArenaBowl.com to find a complete schedule of events.

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