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LockTrip Q3 2020 Bookings Report

LockTrip Q3 2020 Bookings Report Bookings grow 65% compared to last year In the third quarter of 2020 a total of 325 room-nights have been booked through LockTrip.com. This represents a growth rate of 65% compared to the same period last year, despite the current challenges with the pandemic and a seriously damaged travel industry. This shows that the improvements to the product were able to more than offset the headwinds. With plenty of new features scheduled to come live in Q4, this trend should be sustained. Comparing booking rates with last quarter, we see an insane growth rate of 424%. Total revenue for Q3 surpassed $45,000. Geographical Distribution The map above shows the geographical distribution of the destinations booked. As can be seen, the US is among the top booked countries. But it should be noted that it is also one of the biggest and most populated countries. Other than that we see Greece and Switzerland as top destinations, despite of their relatively small sizes. No doubt Greece profited from the summer season and their good performance in keeping infection rates low until mid summer. Looking at the continental distribution, Europe is the clear leader with more than 70% of bookings being made for European destinations. North America comes second by a wide margin, followed by Africa and Asia. Booking Values In the graphic below, each booking is represented by a small circle. The average booking value was $405 for the period of Q3. The deviation around this average is remarkable, with the lowest and highest value bookings ranging from $10 on the low end up to $3,800 for the booking with the highest value. The high-end bookings confirm that moving towards LOC Economy 2.0 has paid off well. Join our Telegram Community 👇🏼 LockTrip is a blockchain-based travel marketplace that allows users to save up to 60% on their bookings by cutting out middlemen. Every booking burns LOC proportionally to its booking value, continuously reducing its total supply.

https://medium.com/locktrip/locktrip-q3-bookings-report-31921c7dbc6d

['Locktrip.Com', 'Loc Token', 'Official Blog']

2021-02-14 14:57:52.023000+00:00

['Locktrip', 'Travel', 'Hotel', 'Vacation', 'Flight']

Title LockTrip Q3 2020 Bookings ReportContent LockTrip Q3 2020 Bookings Report Bookings grow 65 compared last year third quarter 2020 total 325 roomnights booked LockTripcom represents growth rate 65 compared period last year despite current challenge pandemic seriously damaged travel industry show improvement product able offset headwind plenty new feature scheduled come live Q4 trend sustained Comparing booking rate last quarter see insane growth rate 424 Total revenue Q3 surpassed 45000 Geographical Distribution map show geographical distribution destination booked seen US among top booked country noted also one biggest populated country see Greece Switzerland top destination despite relatively small size doubt Greece profited summer season good performance keeping infection rate low mid summer Looking continental distribution Europe clear leader 70 booking made European destination North America come second wide margin followed Africa Asia Booking Values graphic booking represented small circle average booking value 405 period Q3 deviation around average remarkable lowest highest value booking ranging 10 low end 3800 booking highest value highend booking confirm moving towards LOC Economy 20 paid well Join Telegram Community 👇🏼 LockTrip blockchainbased travel marketplace allows user save 60 booking cutting middleman Every booking burn LOC proportionally booking value continuously reducing total supplyTags Locktrip Travel Hotel Vacation Flight

Alagon Plus Hotel & Spa: Modern Chic Ambiance in Downtown Saigon

Alagon Plus Hotel & Spa: Modern Chic Ambiance in Downtown Saigon Comfy Lighting w/ Modern Interiors Convenient Location to Anywhere Popular in Saigon Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Spotlights Various Restaurants & Shops of All Kinds in Walking Distance Ben Thanh Market Area just within 6min Walk Beautiful Rooftop Swimming Pool w/ Secret Garden Cozy In-Room Lighting & Comfy King Bed Helpful Staff Hearty Buffet Breakfast Popular Hotel for Budget Travellers From my viewpoint, I did get more than what a 3-Star hotel could provide! Pity Soundproof could be stronger. Small Bathtub Toiletries have vegetable scent, special but not appealing. Room Type: Executive City View This is the top room type of Alagon Plus. Stayed: October 2020 | Personal Trip Ps. This is the second Alagon Hotel I’d stayed. The first one I visited was Alagon D’Antique Hotel & Spa [click here]. A little secret: these two hotels actually share the same rooftop facilities. Façade & Lobby Room : Executive City View I’m totally into this combination of colours !! Downtown Saigon at Night Buffet Breakfast Energize the Good Morning Rooftop Garden, Gym, Bar & Pool (more details in the Room Tour Video, at the top of this article) Spa Reception Area Gym Just like a Secret Garden ! Rooftop Bar, overlooking Downtown Saigon Lovely View from the Pool Elegant Staycation at Alagon Plus. My Foodie Recommendations Walking Distance from the Hotel Cocotte, Ben Thanh Store 136/11 Le Thanh Ton, Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC Snails, Duck & Champagne. . Lovely #French #Bistro #Dinner in the heart of #Saigon 🥰🥰🥰 … Edit description www.instagram.com Amun Restaurant & Lounge Level 3, 215–217 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC (IG Embed) Mezze Saigon Level 5, 215–217 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC https://www.instagram.com/p/CHSs18JhUsd/ Sol Kitchen & Bar 115 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC (IG Embed)

https://medium.com/@chicve02/alagon-plus-hotel-spa-modern-chic-ambiance-in-downtown-saigon-1da92ef08502

['Stay With Johnson']

2020-12-30 23:02:43.957000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Travel', 'Ho Chi Minh City', 'Accommodations', 'Interior Design']

Title Alagon Plus Hotel Spa Modern Chic Ambiance Downtown SaigonContent Alagon Plus Hotel Spa Modern Chic Ambiance Downtown Saigon Comfy Lighting w Modern Interiors Convenient Location Anywhere Popular Saigon Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam Spotlights Various Restaurants Shops Kinds Walking Distance Ben Thanh Market Area within 6min Walk Beautiful Rooftop Swimming Pool w Secret Garden Cozy InRoom Lighting Comfy King Bed Helpful Staff Hearty Buffet Breakfast Popular Hotel Budget Travellers viewpoint get 3Star hotel could provide Pity Soundproof could stronger Small Bathtub Toiletries vegetable scent special appealing Room Type Executive City View top room type Alagon Plus Stayed October 2020 Personal Trip Ps second Alagon Hotel I’d stayed first one visited Alagon D’Antique Hotel Spa click little secret two hotel actually share rooftop facility Façade Lobby Room Executive City View I’m totally combination colour Downtown Saigon Night Buffet Breakfast Energize Good Morning Rooftop Garden Gym Bar Pool detail Room Tour Video top article Spa Reception Area Gym like Secret Garden Rooftop Bar overlooking Downtown Saigon Lovely View Pool Elegant Staycation Alagon Plus Foodie Recommendations Walking Distance Hotel Cocotte Ben Thanh Store 13611 Le Thanh Ton Ben Thanh Ward Dist1 HCMC Snails Duck Champagne Lovely French Bistro Dinner heart Saigon 🥰🥰🥰 … Edit description wwwinstagramcom Amun Restaurant Lounge Level 3 215–217 Ly Tu Trong Ben Thanh Ward Dist1 HCMC IG Embed Mezze Saigon Level 5 215–217 Ly Tu Trong Ben Thanh Ward Dist1 HCMC httpswwwinstagramcompCHSs18JhUsd Sol Kitchen Bar 115 Ly Tu Trong Ben Thanh Ward Dist1 HCMC IG EmbedTags Hotel Travel Ho Chi Minh City Accommodations Interior Design

How to Innovate the Hotel Guest Experience to Make Millennials Happy

Millennials are entering their prime traveling years. The largest generation in the U.S. (25% of the country’s population), millennials (young adults born between the early 1980s and the early 2000s) also have purchasing power — by 2018, it’s estimated Millennials will drive 50% of purchase decisions. So how can the travel and hospitality industries appeal to the Millennial guest? By taking advantage of Millennials’ behaviors and preferences to drive innovation across the entire guest experience. Millennials are a generation who have grown up in a technologically advanced world where traveling and communication go hand-in-hand and are easier than ever before. Their travel behaviors and preferences reflect eight main themes: Local, Influential, Disloyal, Mobile, Adventurous, Social, Spontaneous, and Green. Hotels that adopt these themes into their product, services and marketing are in the best position to appeal to the millennial set. So how can hotels innovate their guest experience in a way to win over the millennial? Build a Space to Fit Today’s Needs Sure, it is expensive and not everyone can, but when you have the opportunity, reinvest in your public spaces to encourage social and productive guests: Mobile devices mean guests no longer have to sit at the hotel desk or visit the (increasingly vestigial) business center to do work or sit in the hotel room to watch TV. 85% of adults ages 18–29 own a smartphone, the highest of any U.S. demographic. Change the hotel lobby to reflect this by making it a more social, work-friendly space, where guests can plug in and connect, both online and with each other. The Ace Hotel in New York has perfected a lobby space where you can work hard and look good doing so. Change the Guest Room to reflect the advance of personal technology: It used to be that when you went to a hotel, everything was better than the set up you had at home. Now, it’s increasingly the case that guests arriving at your hotel are accustomed to bigger televisions, faster Wi-Fi and more outlets. Hotels need to reinvent luxury by enabling the technological preferences of their guests. Allow for Guests’ Self-Expression and Individuality in your hotel’s design, offerings and amenities: Personality, authenticity and options in hotel design and offerings carries more weight for the Millennial set than the star ratings of yore. This generation cares more about amenities and the subtle look and feel of your hotel than they do about the consistent, predictable experiences perfected by brands like the Four Seasons and Marriott. Many boutiques are in a better position to capitalize on this generation’s preferences by recognizing it’s not about the hotel, it’s about the guest, and every guest is unique. Change up the Communication Options and give your guests options beyond the in-room phone: Millennials’ desire to control their experiences and environment extends to their communication. Hotels should meet their guests where they are, which is increasingly on mobile. Hotels should think beyond the hotel room phone (indeed, phone calls are universally in decline) and give their guests the option to tweet, text and communicate in-app with the front desk. Control the Content by being proactive about reviews and online conversation: Just as Millennials are more influenced by your hotel’s amenities, design and offerings than traditional rating systems, they put more stock into reviews than anything else. You can stay ahead of the conversation by asking your guests for reviews, showcasing them on your site and being as responsive to comments, questions and possible criticisms as possible. Quick, personalized responses to negative feedback is often all that’s needed to turn the disgruntled into fans for life, as well as positively influence those using reviews to make a decision about your property. So too, mobile and text engagement tools allow hotels to connect with guests and privately resolve issues before they reach social media or TripAdvisor. Real-time communication tools empower staff to deliver timely solutions before issues escalate, as well as prompt guests for reviews after delightful experiences. Conclusion: Hotel brands recognize these changing preferences of their guests and beginning to adapt and innovate accordingly. Major chains, which could have resisted change, are instead proactively embracing these shifting values (Local, Influential, Disloyal, Mobile, Adventurous, Social, Spontaneous, and Green) and unveiling new projects like Cordis by Langham, Moxy by Marriott, and Canopy by Hilton. Indeed, an entire class of hotels — independents — is gaining strength based on their appeal to Millennials both now and in the future. As the OTAs increasingly encroach on hotel revenue and the pressures of the sharing economy mount, there’s never been a better time to innovate on your guest experience to appeal to the Millennial traveler. While some of these adaptations require big budgets (lobby and guest room redesigns, for example), some innovations can be achieved with far less. Introducing mobile communication options for guests and staff costs far less than you might expect, while curating and controlling your online presence can be achieved for nothing at all. Want more insights as to how hotels can innovate on the guest experience by appealing to the preferences of the millennial set? Review our presentation from Travel + SocialGood’s second annual Academy Day or reach out at [email protected]. More great reads on designing for the Millennial: Hotel Design for the Millennial Generation Do Lobbies Even Need Hotels? New Hotels Designed for Millennials

https://medium.com/hospitality-on-demand/how-to-innovate-the-hotel-guest-experience-to-make-millennials-happy-a733855b951a

['Alice', 'Hospitality App']

2015-11-10 21:15:22.812000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Millennials', 'Hospitality']

Title Innovate Hotel Guest Experience Make Millennials HappyContent Millennials entering prime traveling year largest generation US 25 country’s population millennials young adult born early 1980s early 2000s also purchasing power — 2018 it’s estimated Millennials drive 50 purchase decision travel hospitality industry appeal Millennial guest taking advantage Millennials’ behavior preference drive innovation across entire guest experience Millennials generation grown technologically advanced world traveling communication go handinhand easier ever travel behavior preference reflect eight main theme Local Influential Disloyal Mobile Adventurous Social Spontaneous Green Hotels adopt theme product service marketing best position appeal millennial set hotel innovate guest experience way win millennial Build Space Fit Today’s Needs Sure expensive everyone opportunity reinvest public space encourage social productive guest Mobile device mean guest longer sit hotel desk visit increasingly vestigial business center work sit hotel room watch TV 85 adult age 18–29 smartphone highest US demographic Change hotel lobby reflect making social workfriendly space guest plug connect online Ace Hotel New York perfected lobby space work hard look good Change Guest Room reflect advance personal technology used went hotel everything better set home it’s increasingly case guest arriving hotel accustomed bigger television faster WiFi outlet Hotels need reinvent luxury enabling technological preference guest Allow Guests’ SelfExpression Individuality hotel’s design offering amenity Personality authenticity option hotel design offering carry weight Millennial set star rating yore generation care amenity subtle look feel hotel consistent predictable experience perfected brand like Four Seasons Marriott Many boutique better position capitalize generation’s preference recognizing it’s hotel it’s guest every guest unique Change Communication Options give guest option beyond inroom phone Millennials’ desire control experience environment extends communication Hotels meet guest increasingly mobile Hotels think beyond hotel room phone indeed phone call universally decline give guest option tweet text communicate inapp front desk Control Content proactive review online conversation Millennials influenced hotel’s amenity design offering traditional rating system put stock review anything else stay ahead conversation asking guest review showcasing site responsive comment question possible criticism possible Quick personalized response negative feedback often that’s needed turn disgruntled fan life well positively influence using review make decision property mobile text engagement tool allow hotel connect guest privately resolve issue reach social medium TripAdvisor Realtime communication tool empower staff deliver timely solution issue escalate well prompt guest review delightful experience Conclusion Hotel brand recognize changing preference guest beginning adapt innovate accordingly Major chain could resisted change instead proactively embracing shifting value Local Influential Disloyal Mobile Adventurous Social Spontaneous Green unveiling new project like Cordis Langham Moxy Marriott Canopy Hilton Indeed entire class hotel — independent — gaining strength based appeal Millennials future OTAs increasingly encroach hotel revenue pressure sharing economy mount there’s never better time innovate guest experience appeal Millennial traveler adaptation require big budget lobby guest room redesigns example innovation achieved far le Introducing mobile communication option guest staff cost far le might expect curating controlling online presence achieved nothing Want insight hotel innovate guest experience appealing preference millennial set Review presentation Travel SocialGood’s second annual Academy Day reach infoaliceappcom great read designing Millennial Hotel Design Millennial Generation Lobbies Even Need Hotels New Hotels Designed MillennialsTags Hotel Millennials Hospitality

Let the festive season begin….Christmas & New Year @ Dorsett

It’s time for some joyful spirit and glad tidings to fill the air. In less than 2 weeks, Christmas will descend upon us & if you are still looking for a venue to bask in the festivity of the season or even to celebrate at home, here are some wonderful festive choices for you @ Dorsett Dorsett Grand Subang The trees are up, the tables are set. And the chefs have been buzzing in the kitchen to laden the buffet table with a magnificent spread for 1 & all to usher in this joyous season Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner @ Terazza Brasserie 7 pm to 10 pm RM128 nett (Adult) RM70 nett (Children ages of 6–10 & Senior Citizen ages of 60 & above) Christmas Day Buffet Lunch @ Terazza Brasserie 12 noon to 4.00 pm RM98 nett (Adult) RM49 nett (Children ages of 6 -10) RM65 nett (Senior Citizen ages of 60 & above) Craving for a festive celebration with an Oriental touch? We have got you covered with the superb selection of exquisite hand-crafted Muslim-friendly dim sum that we are so famed for at The Emperor Chinese Restaurant! Make your reservations early for a totally Oriental-icious gathering with friends and families this Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, 11 am to 3 pm:- RM98 nett (Adult) RM49 nett (Children ages of 6–10) RM65 nett (Senior Citizen ages of 60 & above) Thank goodness the end of Y2020 is here! There’s nothing like a scrumptious supper indulgence to chase away the 2020 blues & embrace a brand new year with an abundance of positivity & renewed hope @ the Piano Lounge New Year’s Eve Buffet Supper. 10 pm to 12 am RM60 nett per person Inclusive of FREE 1st round of drinks (choice of draft beer, house or wine or juices) 20% off for alcohol-by-the-bottle purchases Time to bid farewell to Year 2020 & to welcome a brand new year 2021 with renewed vigour & enthusiasm. What better way to do so than with a fabulous meal spend in the company of loved ones & friends @ Terazza Brasserie New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner. 6 pm to 10 pm RM128 nett (Adult) RM70 nett (Children ages of 4–10 & Senior Citizen ages of 60 & above) New Year’s Day Buffet Lunch. 12 noon to 4 pm RM98 nett (Adult) RM49 nett (Children ages of 4–10 years old) RM65 nett (Senior Citizen ages of 60 & above) Festive Treats Share the festive spirits & spread good tidings, don’t forget to pick up some festive delectable along the way too, ideal as festive gifts for family, friends & business associates. To order, click here If a #stayhome festive celebration is preferred, Dorsett Grand Subang has got you covered to with a choice of 2 set menus. To order, click here To reserve your festive celebration at Dorsett Grand Subang, email: [email protected] or call +603 5031 6060 extn 1912 Dorsett Kuala Lumpur Over at Dorsett Kuala Lumpur, Classic Celebrations is the celebratory theme. The festivity kick starts with a ‘Finding Rudolph’ game with fabulous prizes up for grab & to find out how to participate, check out Dorsett Kuala Lumpur’s insta-page: dorsettkualalumpur or log onto: https://www.instagram.com/ar/337882943969814/ On New Year’s Eve, Checker’s Café offer a spectacular New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner (7 pm to 10.30 pm) which includes free flow of canapes & 1 beverage @ Windows Lounge (wine/beer/soft drinks or juice) from 10.30 pm to 12.30 am Price: RM88 nett per adult 30% discount for child ages of 4–11 & senior citizen ages of 60 & above For reservation, call +603 2716 1010 / Whatsapp: +60126743509 or +60126280551 or email your bookings to [email protected] With the long festive weekends, why not plan a stayover at Dorsett Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy 25% off Dorsett Suites & the opportunity to realise ‘3 Wishes’ during your stay. Book the Dorsett 3 Wishes package or just book your preferred rooms via the hotel’s website directly & enjoy 15% off Best Available Rates. Terms & Conditions apply. To reserve, email [email protected] or call +603 2716 1132/33 Dorsett Hartamas Did you hear the latest news? We certainly did!! We heard that the Gingerbread Man has decided to make a couple of surprise visits to Dorsett Hartamas. And if you can ‘catch’ him, you can win yourself some super duper festive prizes. Click here to find out more Festive Fiesta The joyous season of Christmas & New Year is finally here! Celebrate this joyous occasion with a luxurious stay & a delightful festive set dinner with your loved ones Price: RM388 nett per room night inclusive of breakfast & festive set dinner for 2 pax, FREE suite upgrade (subject to availability) & a surprise festive gift Booking period: Now till 30 Dec 2020 Stay period: 24 to 26 Dec, 30 & 31 Dec 2020 Make your reservations early & bask in the festive joy and warmth. To book, kindly call +603 6209 8888 or email: [email protected]

https://medium.com/@siennylovesdrawing/let-the-festive-season-begin-christmas-new-year-dorsett-f6f1edf0c1f3

[]

2020-12-17 03:45:21.791000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Food', 'Foodies', 'Restaurant', 'Lifestyle']

Title Let festive season begin…Christmas New Year DorsettContent It’s time joyful spirit glad tidings fill air le 2 week Christmas descend upon u still looking venue bask festivity season even celebrate home wonderful festive choice Dorsett Dorsett Grand Subang tree table set chef buzzing kitchen laden buffet table magnificent spread 1 usher joyous season Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner Terazza Brasserie 7 pm 10 pm RM128 nett Adult RM70 nett Children age 6–10 Senior Citizen age 60 Christmas Day Buffet Lunch Terazza Brasserie 12 noon 400 pm RM98 nett Adult RM49 nett Children age 6 10 RM65 nett Senior Citizen age 60 Craving festive celebration Oriental touch got covered superb selection exquisite handcrafted Muslimfriendly dim sum famed Emperor Chinese Restaurant Make reservation early totally Orientalicious gathering friend family Christmas Day New Year’s Day 11 3 pm RM98 nett Adult RM49 nett Children age 6–10 RM65 nett Senior Citizen age 60 Thank goodness end Y2020 There’s nothing like scrumptious supper indulgence chase away 2020 blue embrace brand new year abundance positivity renewed hope Piano Lounge New Year’s Eve Buffet Supper 10 pm 12 RM60 nett per person Inclusive FREE 1st round drink choice draft beer house wine juice 20 alcoholbythebottle purchase Time bid farewell Year 2020 welcome brand new year 2021 renewed vigour enthusiasm better way fabulous meal spend company loved one friend Terazza Brasserie New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner 6 pm 10 pm RM128 nett Adult RM70 nett Children age 4–10 Senior Citizen age 60 New Year’s Day Buffet Lunch 12 noon 4 pm RM98 nett Adult RM49 nett Children age 4–10 year old RM65 nett Senior Citizen age 60 Festive Treats Share festive spirit spread good tidings don’t forget pick festive delectable along way ideal festive gift family friend business associate order click stayhome festive celebration preferred Dorsett Grand Subang got covered choice 2 set menu order click reserve festive celebration Dorsett Grand Subang email bookfnbsubangdorsetthotelscom call 603 5031 6060 extn 1912 Dorsett Kuala Lumpur Dorsett Kuala Lumpur Classic Celebrations celebratory theme festivity kick start ‘Finding Rudolph’ game fabulous prize grab find participate check Dorsett Kuala Lumpur’s instapage dorsettkualalumpur log onto httpswwwinstagramcomar337882943969814 New Year’s Eve Checker’s Café offer spectacular New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner 7 pm 1030 pm includes free flow canape 1 beverage Windows Lounge winebeersoft drink juice 1030 pm 1230 Price RM88 nett per adult 30 discount child age 4–11 senior citizen age 60 reservation call 603 2716 1010 Whatsapp 60126743509 60126280551 email booking infokualalumpurdorsetthotelscom long festive weekend plan stayover Dorsett Kuala Lumpur Enjoy 25 Dorsett Suites opportunity realise ‘3 Wishes’ stay Book Dorsett 3 Wishes package book preferred room via hotel’s website directly enjoy 15 Best Available Rates Terms Conditions apply reserve email reservationkualalumpurdorsetthotelscom call 603 2716 113233 Dorsett Hartamas hear latest news certainly heard Gingerbread Man decided make couple surprise visit Dorsett Hartamas ‘catch’ win super duper festive prize Click find Festive Fiesta joyous season Christmas New Year finally Celebrate joyous occasion luxurious stay delightful festive set dinner loved one Price RM388 nett per room night inclusive breakfast festive set dinner 2 pax FREE suite upgrade subject availability surprise festive gift Booking period till 30 Dec 2020 Stay period 24 26 Dec 30 31 Dec 2020 Make reservation early bask festive joy warmth book kindly call 603 6209 8888 email reservationhartamasdorsetthotelscomTags Hotel Food Foodies Restaurant Lifestyle

Best Affordable Hotels in Philadelphia

Best Affordable Hotels in Philadelphia Philadelphia is one of the best tourist destinations in the United States. It is the largest city in the state of Pennsylvania and often called just “Philly”. It is also a business hub, so popular among business travelers. The best season to visit Philadelphia is between March and May when the weather is pleasant. If you are planning a trip to Philadelphia for vacation or for a business trip then this article will help you in knowing about the best cheap hotels in Philadelphia. Homewood Suites University City — Located on the Walnut Street, the Homewood Suites is a hotel range by Hilton. Just a 7-minute minute walk away from the 40th Street SEPTA light-rail station. The hotel features polished suites with excellent amenities like fully equipped kitchens, dining tables, free Wi-Fi, plus 2 flat-screen TVs and pull-out sofas. There are lots of restaurants well as grocery stores also located nearby. Alexander Inn –At the Philadelphia Center City, the Alexander Inn is a hotel in a redbrick building dating to 1901. They claim to offer a free breakfast buffet and all-day snack bar. Other basic amenities include free Wi-Fi, en suite bathrooms and satellite TV. Corner rooms have minifridges. Hampton — Hampton, in the past called Hampton Inn, is a moderately priced hotel chain by Hilton Worldwide. There is a free breakfast served daily along with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with HD channels. There is also a fitness centre and an indoor pool. If you are going for a business meeting then don’t worry they also have meeting space and a business centre. Club Quarters — Club Quarters run and owned by Club Quarters Hotels and their hotels are specifically designed for business travellers. You’ll also enjoy if you are not on a business tour. The hotel is easily accessible from city’s major centres like City Hall subway station, restaurants, arts venues, and Independence Hall. Other facilities include Italian steakhouse, a fitness center (equipped with yoga kits) , and club living room with complimentary refreshments. Sofitel — Sofitel is a located just 10-minute walk of 19th Street SEPTA Trolley Station. This 4-star hotel offers modern accommodation along with other services such as babysitting services, a currency exchange service, valet parking, an executive floor and a ballroom. The hotel is just walk away from Philadelphia’s attractions, like Philadelphia City Hall and The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton. Loews Philadelphia Hotel — The hotel comes with 581 modern air conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and even some rooms have minibars. Loews Philadelphia Hotel also features Bank & Bourbon restaurants that serves American dishes. Now when you’ve come to know about the best hotels in Philadelphia, the next step is to find best hotel deals providers. There are many services like Expedia.com, Booking.com, Hotels.com Trivago.in, etc. There is a new player in this industry with the name “Cheap Booking Hotels.” They claim to offer up to 50% discount on luxury hotels around the globe, including Philadelphia. So what are you waiting for?Just go and get the best hotel deal.

https://medium.com/@paawann.mishra/best-affordable-hotels-in-philadelphia-1d9e4ad34a72

['Pawann Mishra']

2016-12-27 09:18:09.493000+00:00

['Hotels', 'Travel']

Title Best Affordable Hotels PhiladelphiaContent Best Affordable Hotels Philadelphia Philadelphia one best tourist destination United States largest city state Pennsylvania often called “Philly” also business hub popular among business traveler best season visit Philadelphia March May weather pleasant planning trip Philadelphia vacation business trip article help knowing best cheap hotel Philadelphia Homewood Suites University City — Located Walnut Street Homewood Suites hotel range Hilton 7minute minute walk away 40th Street SEPTA lightrail station hotel feature polished suite excellent amenity like fully equipped kitchen dining table free WiFi plus 2 flatscreen TVs pullout sofa lot restaurant well grocery store also located nearby Alexander Inn –At Philadelphia Center City Alexander Inn hotel redbrick building dating 1901 claim offer free breakfast buffet allday snack bar basic amenity include free WiFi en suite bathroom satellite TV Corner room minifridges Hampton — Hampton past called Hampton Inn moderately priced hotel chain Hilton Worldwide free breakfast served daily along free WiFi flatscreen TVs HD channel also fitness centre indoor pool going business meeting don’t worry also meeting space business centre Club Quarters — Club Quarters run owned Club Quarters Hotels hotel specifically designed business traveller You’ll also enjoy business tour hotel easily accessible city’s major centre like City Hall subway station restaurant art venue Independence Hall facility include Italian steakhouse fitness center equipped yoga kit club living room complimentary refreshment Sofitel — Sofitel located 10minute walk 19th Street SEPTA Trolley Station 4star hotel offer modern accommodation along service babysitting service currency exchange service valet parking executive floor ballroom hotel walk away Philadelphia’s attraction like Philadelphia City Hall Residences RitzCarlton Loews Philadelphia Hotel — hotel come 581 modern air conditioned room free WiFi flatscreen TVs even room minibar Loews Philadelphia Hotel also feature Bank Bourbon restaurant serf American dish you’ve come know best hotel Philadelphia next step find best hotel deal provider many service like Expediacom Bookingcom Hotelscom Trivagoin etc new player industry name “Cheap Booking Hotels” claim offer 50 discount luxury hotel around globe including Philadelphia waiting forJust go get best hotel dealTags Hotels Travel

How to Evaluate a Hotel Investment Opportunity with SWOT

You’ll start seeing investment opportunities as soon as you put yourself out there to enough people. Check out my Playbook below for a primer on building that pipeline. So… you got deals… Now what?! The quick evaluation is easy. Does it fit in the investment strategy box you built? Location, size, service level, etc. If yes, let’s talk about how to evaluate the deal. SWOT is a framework that many in the industry use to explore the sales and marketing landscape. It stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. No doubt, you’ve seen this before, but let’s explore what it means for a real estate deal. Simply, SWOT breaks easily into a 2x2 decision matrix. Rows represent locus of control — internal or external — and columns represent the impact — positive or negative. Strengths — internal locus of control with a positive impact Weaknesses — internal locus of control with a negative impact Opportunities — external locus of control with a positive impact Threats — external locus of control with a negative impact Your focus for investing in a private placement will be holistic. Evaluation will concentrate on the property, sponsor, business plan, and other factors that make up the deal. Each of these areas enters the SWOT analysis in a different way. Let’s take the example of a Holiday Inn Express in a secondary market. The SWOT analysis might look something like this: Strengths Well-regarded brand with huge IHG distribution system Operator with a 20-year track record Recently completed PIP with minimal renovation Weaknesses Located just outside main-and-main Insufficient meeting space for local associations Older building with potential for mechanical issues Opportunities High-barrier market with muted supply pipeline Fortune 1000 company planning a distribution facility nearby Major publication named broader market a top 10 vacation destination Threats Local labor shortage may lead to increasing costs New apartment construction adjacent to hotel may disrupt guests Nearest convention center closing for 18 months for renovation Ideally, you’re looking for a SWOT that is overwhelmingly positive, but your ability to identify weaknesses and threats will inform discussions with the deal sponsor. Don’t be surprised or put off if the sponsor didn’t recognize those negatives. However, you should certainly push to get an answer around how she would address those risks. I hope you enjoy these emails and find them valuable and informative. Please reach out directly with any questions or to discuss potential investment opportunities. About the Author John Wijtenburg is a hotel investor and blogger at Hotel Investor Toolbox. You can connect with him at LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.

https://medium.com/@johnwijtenburg/how-to-evaluate-a-hotel-investment-opportunity-with-swot-11cf6bc55f49

['John Wijtenburg']

2020-10-27 15:32:37.587000+00:00

['Real Estate Investments', 'Commercial Real Estate', 'Crowdfunding', 'Hotel', 'Investing']

Title Evaluate Hotel Investment Opportunity SWOTContent You’ll start seeing investment opportunity soon put enough people Check Playbook primer building pipeline So… got deals… quick evaluation easy fit investment strategy box built Location size service level etc yes let’s talk evaluate deal SWOT framework many industry use explore sale marketing landscape stand strength weakness opportunity threat doubt you’ve seen let’s explore mean real estate deal Simply SWOT break easily 2x2 decision matrix Rows represent locus control — internal external — column represent impact — positive negative Strengths — internal locus control positive impact Weaknesses — internal locus control negative impact Opportunities — external locus control positive impact Threats — external locus control negative impact focus investing private placement holistic Evaluation concentrate property sponsor business plan factor make deal area enters SWOT analysis different way Let’s take example Holiday Inn Express secondary market SWOT analysis might look something like Strengths Wellregarded brand huge IHG distribution system Operator 20year track record Recently completed PIP minimal renovation Weaknesses Located outside mainandmain Insufficient meeting space local association Older building potential mechanical issue Opportunities Highbarrier market muted supply pipeline Fortune 1000 company planning distribution facility nearby Major publication named broader market top 10 vacation destination Threats Local labor shortage may lead increasing cost New apartment construction adjacent hotel may disrupt guest Nearest convention center closing 18 month renovation Ideally you’re looking SWOT overwhelmingly positive ability identify weakness threat inform discussion deal sponsor Don’t surprised put sponsor didn’t recognize negative However certainly push get answer around would address risk hope enjoy email find valuable informative Please reach directly question discus potential investment opportunity Author John Wijtenburg hotel investor blogger Hotel Investor Toolbox connect LinkedIn Instagram TwitterTags Real Estate Investments Commercial Real Estate Crowdfunding Hotel Investing

What Hotels Destinations Are The Arab Market Searching For Coming New Year’s Eve? (First 5 Destinations)

What Hotels Destinations Are The Arab Market Searching For Coming New Year’s Eve? (First 5 Destinations) While the usual take off about Arabs in the news will be more found in the International Politics Section, I would like here to share our data from Batuta Hotels Booking Website about what destinations were Arabs interested in booking hotels in, coming new years eve. Its not a secret that the big news coming from the middle east are mainly the ever unfolding tragedy of Syria, the refugees crisis and the economical turmoil in Egypt. But its nevertheless important to keep track of other developments the Arab Society is going through. Such as, the ever growing number of young families joining the growing middle classes, despite the growing gabs between the upper top classes and the masses of working classes. If we take a look at the first 10 most wanted Hotels Booking Destination in the Arab Market, this might be a good start to analyze a bigger picture of Arab Society. In later articles, I will discuss data more in details, showing how analyzing each country alone gives a polarized picture about the Arab World. Therefore allowing to understand the varied situations the “Arab Citizen” lives in depending on location and economical and political factors varying from one country to another. 1- Dubai Crowns The First Most Wanted Destination Since Nearly 10 Years. Dubai Hotels are without a doubt THE most wanted destination for a holiday in the Arabic Speaking Search in Google. The ever evolving Sci-Fi like city keeps its place in the first place for nearly a decade now. Our prediction in Batuta Hotels Booking Website: Expect Dubai to stay there for a looong time to come! The UAE city is only leveraging its placement in the Arab Traveler’s imagination with new branding positioning efforts focusing on hosting many major reality tv shows that has millions of family viewers each Friday. In addition, the family experience tourist facilities in the city are unbeatable in a global standard. 2- Istanbul keeps a Remarkable Second Place despite all political instability of last summer. Despite a very hot summer of all the wrong reasons in Istanbul, Istanbul Hotels are keeping their position as a top wanted vacation when it comes to the Arab Traveler. Seems like nothing will take Istanbul away from the top wanted destinations in the middle east. Even though one must point out that this second position in this list is strikingly surprising for it seems Istanbul managed to recover majorly this winter coming to the new years eve, after we did document a decline in the demand for Istanbul vacations during summer. 3- Jeddah in the 3rd Place Demonstrates The Strength of The Saudi Market. Did you have doubts the Saudi Market is the strongest among Arab Countries? Did the news about the economical difficulties the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is facing lately make you think its gonna decline as a major Arab player? well… Think again! for Jeddah Hotels comes 3rd in our statistics depending mainly and for most on the local Saudi demand! 4- Qatar in the 4th Place Suggests That Tourism in Qatar Is a Trend To Watch in Coming Years. Qatar Hotels are without a doubt the rising star among wanted Arab Vacation Destinations. Seems like the efforts the Qatari Government is investing in making Qatar one of the main cultural capitals of the Arab World is finally paying off. A friend told me that in the Qatari airport you see a sign stating: “Kuwait was the past, UAE is the present, while Qatar is the future”… looking at our statistics chart as we close this year this sentence doesn’t seem like a fantasy anymore. 5- Medina and Mecca in the 5th Place are a Clear Evidence on How High Religious Traveling Ranks in Muslim Culture. Well, it doesn’t need explanation why its only normal that Medina Hotels and Mecca Hotels are some of the most wanted hotels in the Arab Winter Season? For the phrase: “The Mecca Of…” obviously was generated from somewhere! The most Holly Places of Islam gets a major demand in winter for its much cooler and pleasant to perform the small haj called Umra in the winter when the heat of the Saudi Desert is less an agony. And you guessed it right: the demand for these destinations is not dependent only on the Saudi Market. :-) Eager to hear about the next 5 destination that closes the list of the top 10 destinations? Wait for my next article in the coming few days! :-)

https://medium.com/@muhammad_5120/what-hotels-destinations-are-the-arab-market-searching-for-coming-new-years-eve-444a2eac92a3

['Muhammad J.']

2016-12-26 14:10:06.154000+00:00

['Middle East', 'Saudi Arabia', 'Hotel', 'Hotel Accomodation', 'Travel']

Title Hotels Destinations Arab Market Searching Coming New Year’s Eve First 5 DestinationsContent Hotels Destinations Arab Market Searching Coming New Year’s Eve First 5 Destinations usual take Arabs news found International Politics Section would like share data Batuta Hotels Booking Website destination Arabs interested booking hotel coming new year eve secret big news coming middle east mainly ever unfolding tragedy Syria refugee crisis economical turmoil Egypt nevertheless important keep track development Arab Society going ever growing number young family joining growing middle class despite growing gab upper top class mass working class take look first 10 wanted Hotels Booking Destination Arab Market might good start analyze bigger picture Arab Society later article discus data detail showing analyzing country alone give polarized picture Arab World Therefore allowing understand varied situation “Arab Citizen” life depending location economical political factor varying one country another 1 Dubai Crowns First Wanted Destination Since Nearly 10 Years Dubai Hotels without doubt wanted destination holiday Arabic Speaking Search Google ever evolving SciFi like city keep place first place nearly decade prediction Batuta Hotels Booking Website Expect Dubai stay looong time come UAE city leveraging placement Arab Traveler’s imagination new branding positioning effort focusing hosting many major reality tv show million family viewer Friday addition family experience tourist facility city unbeatable global standard 2 Istanbul keep Remarkable Second Place despite political instability last summer Despite hot summer wrong reason Istanbul Istanbul Hotels keeping position top wanted vacation come Arab Traveler Seems like nothing take Istanbul away top wanted destination middle east Even though one must point second position list strikingly surprising seems Istanbul managed recover majorly winter coming new year eve document decline demand Istanbul vacation summer 3 Jeddah 3rd Place Demonstrates Strength Saudi Market doubt Saudi Market strongest among Arab Countries news economical difficulty Kingdom Saudi Arabia facing lately make think gonna decline major Arab player well… Think Jeddah Hotels come 3rd statistic depending mainly local Saudi demand 4 Qatar 4th Place Suggests Tourism Qatar Trend Watch Coming Years Qatar Hotels without doubt rising star among wanted Arab Vacation Destinations Seems like effort Qatari Government investing making Qatar one main cultural capital Arab World finally paying friend told Qatari airport see sign stating “Kuwait past UAE present Qatar future”… looking statistic chart close year sentence doesn’t seem like fantasy anymore 5 Medina Mecca 5th Place Clear Evidence High Religious Traveling Ranks Muslim Culture Well doesn’t need explanation normal Medina Hotels Mecca Hotels wanted hotel Arab Winter Season phrase “The Mecca Of…” obviously generated somewhere Holly Places Islam get major demand winter much cooler pleasant perform small haj called Umra winter heat Saudi Desert le agony guessed right demand destination dependent Saudi Market Eager hear next 5 destination close list top 10 destination Wait next article coming day Tags Middle East Saudi Arabia Hotel Hotel Accomodation Travel

10 Side Hustles to Make Extra Money As a Software Engineer

How to make money outside of your day job How to make money outside of your day job Photo by Chronis Yan on Unsplash Over the last 10 years of my life, I’ve delved into a huge variety of ventures. Some have been a success, others not so much — but the result is I’ve learned a lot. Below, I’ll go over my experience and analyse how you can use your skills as an engineer to create extra income for yourself. 1. Build an Educational Course How we learn is changing, and the educational landscape looks far different today than it did 10 years ago. University education is becoming questionable due to the vast amount of online content that in a lot of cases provides more value than a very expensive degree that has no guarantee of a job once completed. It’s far cheaper for a person to spend $500 on several courses that are taught by people who are an expert in that area, who work in it every day, than a lecturer, who quite often, has no industry experience. The result is that there are huge opportunities out there to create paid educational content in the form of courses and subscription-based businesses. Even more impressive is that this is an area that’s not impossible to get into because you have one thing that separates you from everybody else: your personality and potential teaching style. People like different styles and personalities and learn better from different teaching styles. All you have to do is be you, teach, and provide value, and you will make money from this. Although it’s more work, I’d recommend building your own platform to sell your courses as you have more control over pricing, branding, etc., and this is going to be what really makes you successful. Examples Yaroslav Shmarov created a course and launched on Udemy, generating 420 sales in 100 days. He made some really good points and more reasons to avoid using platforms such as Udemy. Hosting courses on Udemy is free, but be ready to sell at $10 and get $2–7 On Udemy, you don’t get access to student emails/phones (so you can’t create your own community, and you can’t cross-sell well) Hosting on Udemy is good if your potential audience niche is very big The only engagement a teacher can have with active students is the Q&A section of a course Overall, selling courses on Udemy can be considered passive income with minimum engagement required after publishing a course Challenges Course creation can be a huge earner — demand is high and only growing. The major issues with course creation are as follows: Audience: Building an initial audience can be a challenge, but it’s not impossible. It can be done, easily actually, but it requires a lot of work and consistency in creating free content to provide traffic for your landing page Course quality is important: It comes as no surprise really, but the quality of your course will affect the success of it. You have to be prepared to fail with the first few courses you create; however, if you take your time, are patient, and are prepared to learn, then you can overcome this and drastically increase your chances of success. 2. Create a Content Platform/Blog Creating some kind of content-based website is another opportunity you can exploit as a developer to make extra income. There are so many areas of computer science and development that can provide you with a great topic on which to base your content. By Dominic Walliman on Flickr A great example of a self-made content/a blog platform is No CS Degree. It was created by @petecodes and is hitting monthly recurring revenue of $2,500/month. The product itself is interviews with people who’ve made it as a developer without a degree, and that’s it — nothing complicated. It’s also free to sign up to the No CS Degree email list. “Where’s money made on these platforms?” I hear you ask. Well it’s made by either ad revenue from ads placed on the site or from sponsorship deals for ad spots on an email. Challenges Writing content takes up a huge amount of time, as you need to do your research in order to provide the most value for your readers Finding a niche — a good niche — will go a long way in helping you. Try to specialise where you can. Find sponsors — this can often be solved by reaching out to potential suitors for your ad spots or by using something like Google AdSense to add ads to your page Driving traffic is a common problem when creating anything. Again, it can be overcome by putting time into building followings on platforms such as Twitter or by improving your site’s SEO ranking. 3. Create a Forum/Community Paid forums and communities are an emerging opportunity thanks to the rise of platforms such as Discord, Patreon, and Discourse. These platforms make it very easy to set up communities and integrate payments, making it a gold mine of opportunity. Image by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash Why does this work? Well, people want to communicate and associate with others who have similar interests, wants, and needs. Essentially, by building a community, you’re providing a platform for this to happen. Some examples Peter Levels built Nomad List, providing a community for digital nomads. The business now generates $24,000/month. Anne-Laure Le Cunff built Ness Labs, a community for healthy entrepreneurs that generates $9,600/month. Why not utilise the free, open-source tools mentioned above and begin creating your own community? You can even code additional functionality that can enable to you to create some awesome features for potential users and really help as many people as possible. Challenges Community building is extremely challenging but highly rewarding due to the physiological impacts of something called social proof. In essence, it’s hard to get the first 100 users into your community, but as the number grows, it become easier to attract more — as the value is in the community. The trick is to stick with it. High engagement levels will be needed from you, using up a lot of your time Managing the community to avoid spam and to maintain good content within the community will also be a challenge Note: Building a community is by far one of the hardest things to do; however, it can be hugely rewarding. Not only can you make a substantial amount of money (due to word of mouth), but you can really help a lot of people. 4. Create an E-book As software engineers, we posses vast amounts of knowledge around tech that a lot of people want to learn. A great way to pass this information down is in the form of an e-book. The good thing about e-books is they can be written reasonably quickly, and if you pick a topic you’re passionate about, then they can be quite fun to make. You can use a platform such as Gumroad to host your e-book and handle selling it. Note: E-books can be a great cash cow you can use to generate money that can be invested in other ventures/hustles. 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http://www.ridembl.com/wox/FIFA-v-Award-4k08.html Examples “The Good Parts of AWS”: An e-book by Daniel Vassallo and Josh Pschorr, generated $31,000 in sales, selling over 1,000 copies in the first week alone. “Maker Minions: 101 Automations for Makers, Side Hustlers, and Entrepreneurs”: An e-book by Michael Gill made $5,000 and is still growing. Image by Daniel Vassallo Challenges Research and planning will take up most of your time Building an audience (you can go about doing this when you launch — there’s more flexibility with building e-books, as you can publish on platforms such as Amazon) Creating a structure for your book can also be a challenge, but putting some time into figuring this out is the simple solution 5. Freelancing Ah, freelancing — possibly one of the most obvious forms of making extra money as a software engineer. The model is simple: Sell your time for some extra cash. Image by Nathan da Silva on Unsplash The good news with freelancing is you can get paid very generously for your time, especially if you can hook yourself up with a well-funded startup. The bad news is, unlike most of the other side hustles in this article, it leaves you without a product at the end. This means you’re limited when it comes to scaling, as you have a direct relationship with time and money. However, it gives you a great option to transition into full-time work should you decide to, and then you can go about turning into an agency if that appeals to you. Note: I’ve done freelancing myself and found it to be a really awesome way to make money that can be invested into other things or used to create more freedom with my time. The trick to it is to find good clients. Examples Susanne Peng is a developer and designer who built her dream life through freelancing — her story makes for a really good read Glenn Stovall is an app developer who also built his life by using freelancing as a means to create more freedom. Challenges Building client relationships iskey and can be challenging to manage as you have to maintain good relationships with multiple clients Creating effective ways to manage your time can be a challenging at first but becomes much easier after you’ve been doing it for a while Finding clients is also a major challenge. Places such as Upwork aren’t what they used to be, and you’ll struggle to get decent clients on there. I would recommend using LinkedIn as a lead-generation tool (search for tech startups, and just reach out to people on there). Ghost Blog Themes Ghost is a powerful blogging CMS for content creators, entrepreneurs, and developers. To give some perspective on how much it’s growing, 5,933 writers, podcasters, and video creators set up sites with Ghost to publish online and deliver newsletters to their audience during this week alone. Photo by NeONBRAND on Unsplash I use Ghost myself, as it’s such a powerful platform, and there are some beautiful themes for it. The great news for you, though, is that there’s a huge shortage of supply for themes as well — recent posts in the Ghost forum only confirm this. This provides a golden opportunity to build themes for Ghost, where the average theme retails for $59 on Ghost’s official website. Ghost themes are built using the following stack: Node.js SQL Handlebars.js This article on Geekinsta is a great guide that’ll get you on your way. Examples fueko: A small company that sells various themes. They have a Ghost theme that launched on July 6. The theme they’ve launched retails at $59, and they’ve sold 94 copies in the last three months, netting $5,546. Challenges There’s a lot of support on the Ghost forums, but finding useful tutorial videos and third-party documentation may be a challenge. The good news is if you understand Handlebars and Node, then you should be set up for success. Picking a niche for your theme can help you create a theme a particular audience will love and will potentially increase your sales. It can be a challenge, but this is a relatively uncrowded marketplace. Themes retail, on average, between $29-$99. This means there’s an expectation on price, resulting in a potential price cap. However, if you create an exceptional theme, there’s plenty of scope to charge a higher fee for it. 7. The Shopify App With recent trends in drop shipping, lifestyle businesses, and a push for independent retail-based outlets to move online, Shopify has opened up another wonderful opportunity for us developers. Photo by Roberto Cortese on Unsplash The Shopify App Store is widely popular among Shopify store owners, as it provides a place for users to improve their customers experience and helps to increase the revenue of their business. These apps can be an excellent source of passive income, as they tend to take care of themselves — of course, that’s not always the case, but it can still be a great income builder nonetheless. Examples Filippo Mursia has built Tailry, a Shopify app that helps users manage their stores and inventory. It’s currently generating $2,800/month in revenue and is a great example of how you can build an app on Shopify’s platfrom and turn it into a profitable side hustle. Challenges Handling ongoing updates once you’ve built the app can be a possible challenge that’ll need to be managed. There are ways to make this a graceful process, but it’s definitely worth investigating before diving into Shopify app building. 8. Build an API as a Service We live in a data-driven age where information, attention, and content are king — to give you some perspective, 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are created each day. Image by Luca Bravo on Unsplash Taking some of this data and turning it into some form of valuable collection can be a great way to make money. Businesses make data-driven decisions almost every day and will happily pay for anything that provides value/ increases potential profits. APIs provide a great platform to allow access to data for various businesses, so why not create one and charge for the privilege to access it? You could create a web scraper that gathers useful data and then a Rest/GraphQL-based API to sit over the top of the data, providing access to it. If you need inspiration, any kind of marketing-, social-, or product-related data can be of huge value to a lot of people. Amazon, eBay, and other e-commerce platforms can also be a great place to gather insights from. These are useful data sets for e-commerce entrepreneurs to analyse. Examples Gareth Fuller built a really simple oil-price API that generates $370/month in revenue. Not bad considering how young a company it is and the room for growth. Sébastien Dumont built a WordPress-related API that handles front-end WooComerce. It currently makes $900/month and is growing, with 20,000 downloads. Challenges Building a data set can take a lot of research before implementing any solution. This is because you first need to find how it can provide value and what the best shape to provide the data in is. There’s a really good article by Coding VC that provides great insights into how to overcome this challenge, though, and gives some great tips, too. 9. Become an Online Instructor There’s no shortage of supply when it comes to people trying to make it as a software engineer in 2020, so why not jump on the trend and help them by becoming an online instructor? I’ve done this myself in the past, and it does provide a decent amount of money. You can generally charge between $50-$130/hour, depending on what you’re teaching, and it can be a great way to make some extra income while providing a lot of value to somebody who may need it. Image by George Field. Worldwide Google trend for “become a developer.” Platforms like Codementor are providing a great service for matching mentors with students, and it’s becoming increasingly easier to find people on social media who are looking for tutors. Examples Suresh Atta is a software engineer who’s racked up a total of 1,781 sessions at $60/hour on Codementor Yuriy Linnyk has a huge 3,079 jobs at $80/hour Challenges It can be slightly harder to gather momentum because you’ll need to do around 10 sessions to provide social proof to others (I found offering a lot of value and providing a free 15-minute session managed to help me get some traction with it). Competition is high, and this can be a stumbling block, especially when people can afford to lower their asking price per hour. Personally, I’d use these platforms as a means to build an audience off of — the platforms will try to prevent you, but there are often ways around it. 10. Build a Boilerplate Code Base Think about the amount of times that you’ve gone to start a project, forgetting the amount of time it takes to set everything up. This is a problem that tons of engineers have, and we all like quick solutions — so much so that sometimes we’re even prepared to pay for a simple solution that’s already set up. Image by Luke Chesser on Unsplash Building a boilerplate that covers all of the basics of a particular setup can provide immense value for us software developers, and using a paid-for boilerplate, allows us to work on the important parts rather than focusing on the setup. A really good place to build a boilerplate right now is in the world of web apps. Building a React/Vue UI and coupling it with a Node back end that takes care of authentication, databases, configuration, and common API services such as Firebase, SendGrid, Twilio can be a great way to get your foot in the door and enter the realm of passive income. Examples Kyle Gawley built Gravity, a React and Node SAAS boilerplate that generates $3,700/month in MRR. Kyle has built a really simple, clean UI that’s coupled with an elegantly designed back end, ready for you to configure it with what ever database you prefer. Challenges Creating a clean UI will be a time-consuming process, but anything worth doing takes time and requires patience Creating trust with other developers is hard — although this can be worked around if you market it from the angle of being a developer yourself Creating good documentation is another large piece of work that you may want to keep in mind Conclusion There are so many ways you can make money online nowadays, especially being a developer — it’s basically a superpower and a gateway to financial freedom if leveraged correctly. I hope you have a wonderful day, and thank you for taking the time to read this.

https://medium.com/@masumkorim/10-side-hustles-to-make-extra-money-as-a-software-engineer-5af93797ab8f

['Masum Korim']

2020-12-17 15:12:07.307000+00:00

['News', 'Health', 'Coronavirus', 'Hotel', 'Money']

Title 10 Side Hustles Make Extra Money Software EngineerContent make money outside day job make money outside day job Photo Chronis Yan Unsplash last 10 year life I’ve delved huge variety venture success others much — result I’ve learned lot I’ll go experience analyse use skill engineer create extra income 1 Build Educational Course learn changing educational landscape look far different today 10 year ago University education becoming questionable due vast amount online content lot case provides value expensive degree guarantee job completed It’s far cheaper person spend 500 several course taught people expert area work every day lecturer quite often industry experience result huge opportunity create paid educational content form course subscriptionbased business Even impressive area that’s impossible get one thing separate everybody else personality potential teaching style People like different style personality learn better different teaching style teach provide value make money Although it’s work I’d recommend building platform sell course control pricing branding etc going really make successful Examples Yaroslav Shmarov created course launched Udemy generating 420 sale 100 day made really good point reason avoid using platform Udemy Hosting course Udemy free ready sell 10 get 2–7 Udemy don’t get access student emailsphones can’t create community can’t crosssell well Hosting Udemy good potential audience niche big engagement teacher active student QA section course Overall selling course Udemy considered passive income minimum engagement required publishing course Challenges Course creation huge earner — demand high growing major issue course creation follows Audience Building initial audience challenge it’s impossible done easily actually requires lot work consistency creating free content provide traffic landing page Course quality important come surprise really quality course affect success prepared fail first course create however take time patient prepared learn overcome drastically increase chance success 2 Create Content PlatformBlog Creating kind contentbased website another opportunity exploit developer make extra income many area computer science development provide great topic base content Dominic Walliman Flickr great example selfmade contenta blog platform CS Degree created petecodes hitting monthly recurring revenue 2500month product interview people who’ve made developer without degree that’s — nothing complicated It’s also free sign CS Degree email list “Where’s money made platforms” hear ask Well it’s made either ad revenue ad placed site sponsorship deal ad spot email Challenges Writing content take huge amount time need research order provide value reader Finding niche — good niche — go long way helping Try specialise Find sponsor — often solved reaching potential suitor ad spot using something like Google AdSense add ad page Driving traffic common problem creating anything overcome putting time building following platform Twitter improving site’s SEO ranking 3 Create ForumCommunity Paid forum community emerging opportunity thanks rise platform Discord Patreon Discourse platform make easy set community integrate payment making gold mine opportunity Image Priscilla Du Preez Unsplash work Well people want communicate associate others similar interest want need Essentially building community you’re providing platform happen example Peter Levels built Nomad List providing community digital nomad business generates 24000month AnneLaure Le Cunff built Ness Labs community healthy entrepreneur generates 9600month utilise free opensource tool mentioned begin creating community even code additional functionality enable create awesome feature potential user really help many people possible Challenges Community building extremely challenging highly rewarding due physiological impact something called social proof essence it’s hard get first 100 user community number grows become easier attract — value community trick stick High engagement level needed using lot time Managing community avoid spam maintain good content within community also challenge Note Building community far one hardest thing however hugely rewarding make substantial amount money due word mouth really help lot people 4 Create Ebook software engineer posse vast amount knowledge around tech lot people want learn great way pas information form ebook good thing ebooks written reasonably quickly pick topic you’re passionate quite fun make use platform Gumroad host ebook handle selling Note Ebooks great cash cow use generate money invested ventureshustles They’re also great project worked couple month writing bit every day httpsmembersvictimsofcrimeorgcdnvififavbghtml httpsmembersvictimsofcrimeorgcdnvidofifa2020html httpsmembersvictimsofcrimeorgcdnvideosfifaa05html httpsmembersvictimsofcrimeorgcdnvideosfifaa04html httpsmembersvictimsofcrimeorgcdnvideosfifaa03html httpsmembersvictimsofcrimeorgcdnvideosfifaa02html 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httpsnationwideprescriptionconnectioncomkycFIFAvAward4k07html httpsnationwideprescriptionconnectioncomkycFIFAvAward4k08html httpwwwridemblcomwoxFIFAvAward4k01html httpwwwridemblcomwoxFIFAvAward4k02html httpwwwridemblcomwoxFIFAvAward4k03html httpwwwridemblcomwoxFIFAvAward4k04html httpwwwridemblcomwoxFIFAvAward4k05html httpwwwridemblcomwoxFIFAvAward4k06html httpwwwridemblcomwoxFIFAvAward4k07html httpwwwridemblcomwoxFIFAvAward4k08html Examples “The Good Parts AWS” ebook Daniel Vassallo Josh Pschorr generated 31000 sale selling 1000 copy first week alone “Maker Minions 101 Automations Makers Side Hustlers Entrepreneurs” ebook Michael Gill made 5000 still growing Image Daniel Vassallo Challenges Research planning take time Building audience go launch — there’s flexibility building ebooks publish platform Amazon Creating structure book also challenge putting time figuring simple solution 5 Freelancing Ah freelancing — possibly one obvious form making extra money software engineer model simple Sell time extra cash Image Nathan da Silva Unsplash good news freelancing get paid generously time especially hook wellfunded startup bad news unlike side hustle article leaf without product end mean you’re limited come scaling direct relationship time money However give great option transition fulltime work decide go turning agency appeal Note I’ve done freelancing found really awesome way make money invested thing used create freedom time trick find good client Examples Susanne Peng developer designer built dream life freelancing — story make really good read Glenn Stovall app developer also built life using freelancing mean create freedom Challenges Building client relationship iskey challenging manage maintain good relationship multiple client Creating effective way manage time challenging first becomes much easier you’ve Finding client also major challenge Places Upwork aren’t used you’ll struggle get decent client would recommend using LinkedIn leadgeneration tool search tech startup reach people Ghost Blog Themes Ghost powerful blogging CMS content creator entrepreneur developer give perspective much it’s growing 5933 writer podcasters video creator set site Ghost publish online deliver newsletter audience week alone Photo NeONBRAND Unsplash use Ghost it’s powerful platform beautiful theme great news though there’s huge shortage supply theme well — recent post Ghost forum confirm provides golden opportunity build theme Ghost average theme retail 59 Ghost’s official website Ghost theme built using following stack Nodejs SQL Handlebarsjs article Geekinsta great guide that’ll get way Examples fueko small company sell various theme Ghost theme launched July 6 theme they’ve launched retail 59 they’ve sold 94 copy last three month netting 5546 Challenges There’s lot support Ghost forum finding useful tutorial video thirdparty documentation may challenge good news understand Handlebars Node set success Picking niche theme help create theme particular audience love potentially increase sale challenge relatively uncrowded marketplace Themes retail average 2999 mean there’s expectation price resulting potential price cap However create exceptional theme there’s plenty scope charge higher fee 7 Shopify App recent trend drop shipping lifestyle business push independent retailbased outlet move online Shopify opened another wonderful opportunity u developer Photo Roberto Cortese Unsplash Shopify App Store widely popular among Shopify store owner provides place user improve customer experience help increase revenue business apps excellent source passive income tend take care — course that’s always case still great income builder nonetheless Examples Filippo Mursia built Tailry Shopify app help user manage store inventory It’s currently generating 2800month revenue great example build app Shopify’s platfrom turn profitable side hustle Challenges Handling ongoing update you’ve built app possible challenge that’ll need managed way make graceful process it’s definitely worth investigating diving Shopify app building 8 Build API Service live datadriven age information attention content king — give perspective 25 quintillion byte data created day Image Luca Bravo Unsplash Taking data turning form valuable collection great way make money Businesses make datadriven decision almost every day happily pay anything provides value increase potential profit APIs provide great platform allow access data various business create one charge privilege access could create web scraper gather useful data RestGraphQLbased API sit top data providing access need inspiration kind marketing social productrelated data huge value lot people Amazon eBay ecommerce platform also great place gather insight useful data set ecommerce entrepreneur analyse Examples Gareth Fuller built really simple oilprice API generates 370month revenue bad considering young company room growth Sébastien Dumont built WordPressrelated API handle frontend WooComerce currently make 900month growing 20000 downloads Challenges Building data set take lot research implementing solution first need find provide value best shape provide data There’s really good article Coding VC provides great insight overcome challenge though give great tip 9 Become Online Instructor There’s shortage supply come people trying make software engineer 2020 jump trend help becoming online instructor I’ve done past provide decent amount money generally charge 50130hour depending you’re teaching great way make extra income providing lot value somebody may need Image George Field Worldwide Google trend “become developer” Platforms like Codementor providing great service matching mentor student it’s becoming increasingly easier find people social medium looking tutor Examples Suresh Atta software engineer who’s racked total 1781 session 60hour Codementor Yuriy Linnyk huge 3079 job 80hour Challenges slightly harder gather momentum you’ll need around 10 session provide social proof others found offering lot value providing free 15minute session managed help get traction Competition high stumbling block especially people afford lower asking price per hour Personally I’d use platform mean build audience — platform try prevent often way around 10 Build Boilerplate Code Base Think amount time you’ve gone start project forgetting amount time take set everything problem ton engineer like quick solution — much sometimes we’re even prepared pay simple solution that’s already set Image Luke Chesser Unsplash Building boilerplate cover basic particular setup provide immense value u software developer using paidfor boilerplate allows u work important part rather focusing setup really good place build boilerplate right world web apps Building ReactVue UI coupling Node back end take care authentication database configuration common API service Firebase SendGrid Twilio great way get foot door enter realm passive income Examples Kyle Gawley built Gravity React Node SAAS boilerplate generates 3700month MRR Kyle built really simple clean UI that’s coupled elegantly designed back end ready configure ever database prefer Challenges Creating clean UI timeconsuming process anything worth take time requires patience Creating trust developer hard — although worked around market angle developer Creating good documentation another large piece work may want keep mind Conclusion many way make money online nowadays especially developer — it’s basically superpower gateway financial freedom leveraged correctly hope wonderful day thank taking time read thisTags News Health Coronavirus Hotel Money

Everybody’s a concierge. Except your hotel concierge…

Everywhere you turn these days there’s a service offering to be your concierge. Wash.io is a laundry concierge, Operator is a shopping concierge, Shyp is a shipping concierge. Your credit card definitely offers a concierge. But the hotel lobby concierge — the original concierge—is disappearing. And at a time when guests have come to expect more local knowledge and authenticity than ever. At a time when, more than ever, we need somebody with real local knowledge to help us sift through the noise. Shouldn’t the rise of Airbnb with its local touch prove the importance of local expertise? Why is it that so many boutique hotels are removing rather than expanding their concierge forces? For a few reasons: Bad actors. Too many concierges take kickbacks. And too many guests have been burned, ending up at that same over-priced restaurant where the concierge sends everybody. In fact, many of the concierges you talk to don’t even work for the hotel—they’re third parties acting as middlemen at the expense of genuine experiences. No technology. Who wants to have to go to the lobby every time you have a question? Or make a phone call? The advice needs to be available on your phone, when you need it. Big bus tours. It’s easier than ever to put up a website and start a travel business. And many of these tour or activity providers are FAR superior to the entrenched operators. Would you rather explore a new city with these guys or on a tired double-decker bus? But most lobby concierges don’t keep up with these new companies because they have no reason to. While Airbnb has it’s problems, any company that empowers more people to travel is alright by me. And more to the point, they’ve done a fantastic job of helping travelers get off-the-beaten path. But hotels still have their place. Their focus on customer service is, often, unparalleled. And their ability to curate an end-to-end experience is an impressive act of creativity. But it’s time to rethink the concierge. After all, this is the age of the concierge.

https://medium.com/@dtemple/everybody-s-a-concierge-except-your-hotel-concierge-cc878860c83

['David Temple']

2015-11-20 19:25:10.205000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotel', 'Concierge']

Title Everybody’s concierge Except hotel concierge…Content Everywhere turn day there’s service offering concierge Washio laundry concierge Operator shopping concierge Shyp shipping concierge credit card definitely offer concierge hotel lobby concierge — original concierge—is disappearing time guest come expect local knowledge authenticity ever time ever need somebody real local knowledge help u sift noise Shouldn’t rise Airbnb local touch prove importance local expertise many boutique hotel removing rather expanding concierge force reason Bad actor many concierge take kickback many guest burned ending overpriced restaurant concierge sends everybody fact many concierge talk don’t even work hotel—they’re third party acting middleman expense genuine experience technology want go lobby every time question make phone call advice need available phone need Big bus tour It’s easier ever put website start travel business many tour activity provider FAR superior entrenched operator Would rather explore new city guy tired doubledecker bus lobby concierge don’t keep new company reason Airbnb it’s problem company empowers people travel alright point they’ve done fantastic job helping traveler get offthebeaten path hotel still place focus customer service often unparalleled ability curate endtoend experience impressive act creativity it’s time rethink concierge age conciergeTags Travel Hotel Concierge

Food Review: DANFORD Hotel & Marina

Food Review: DANFORD Hotel & Marina Abs are temporary. Food is forever — Rishabh Khot As the author has rightfully said that food is very very important. But I disagree, having that moment with someone special makes it more worthwhile. Being a FOODIE where I constantly hog food and being a big fan of meat, I just need to find a way to get out and try something delicious cuisine. But I need a company to visit a place and try it out, Sooo... that’s why I made a girlfriend :P. Just kidding…… or am I…… Being a New Yorker (If staying in the outskirts of New York City is considered as New Yorker then yes I’m a New Yorker), you always want to keep busy, and food is the thing for me. So while searching for restaurants nearby so that I can take my GF for a date I stumbled upon this place DANFORD Hotel and Marina. Truth be told I looked at the ambiance first and then the food menu while researching. I must say that any person living near Port Jefferson, NY who wants to impress a girl/GF/wife must surely go to this place as it has the most scenic view. There is live music, which makes your mood and your food(will come to that later). Here's how the view looks…. Danford Date It’s pretty amazing because I took her around 6–6:30 a perfect time to view the sunset. You don’t get the view of the sunset but it sets the mood just right. There’s ferry constantly sailing, live music (oof if you feel like grooving it go ahead and dance your heart out). The staff was very friendly which helps a lot. Let’s jump onto the food because that’s what you want to know ( I guess) since it was a date so we ordered a 314 Cecchi Chian wine. Oooooo… I know right quite fancy but trust me when you go out for a date with your GF you have to empty your wallet (sometimes). The waitress was quite courteous and suggested us to consider their today’s special “FISHERMANS CATCH” dish. Here's how it looks like. Fishermans Catch To be honest I was skeptical since it consists of pineapple, fish rice, and veggies, a weird combination but trust me that was one of the best fish I have tried in a long time. The fish was cooked properly and the combination of flavors was bursting in my mouth (not literally but it was awesome). Moving on before I get lost in food again. We ordered “CALAMARI FRIES”, which was really shocking since it kinda looked like onion fires and we realized it after eating it. It was not great but eatable like an appetizer. Served with a salsa sauce… I guess it was a good munching Finally, we ordered, some “TRUFFLE FRIES”, because for me no meal is complete without fries. It was great because if you mess up fries you don’t know how to cook. Meal The overall meal was a tad bit expensive but it was a great meal for sure. My final thoughts: You should definitely check out this place because you should always treat yourself and it makes your partner feel special too. P.S. If you stay till night you will get amazing lighting around you and the moon will be right in front of you.

https://medium.com/@rishabh-khot/food-review-danford-hotel-marina-61bbcfbb0139

['Rishabh Khot']

2020-10-12 05:00:52.104000+00:00

['Review', 'Food', 'Hotel', 'Date']

Title Food Review DANFORD Hotel MarinaContent Food Review DANFORD Hotel Marina Abs temporary Food forever — Rishabh Khot author rightfully said food important disagree moment someone special make worthwhile FOODIE constantly hog food big fan meat need find way get try something delicious cuisine need company visit place try Sooo that’s made girlfriend P kidding…… I…… New Yorker staying outskirt New York City considered New Yorker yes I’m New Yorker always want keep busy food thing searching restaurant nearby take GF date stumbled upon place DANFORD Hotel Marina Truth told looked ambiance first food menu researching must say person living near Port Jefferson NY want impress girlGFwife must surely go place scenic view live music make mood foodwill come later Heres view looks… Danford Date It’s pretty amazing took around 6–630 perfect time view sunset don’t get view sunset set mood right There’s ferry constantly sailing live music oof feel like grooving go ahead dance heart staff friendly help lot Let’s jump onto food that’s want know guess since date ordered 314 Cecchi Chian wine Oooooo… know right quite fancy trust go date GF empty wallet sometimes waitress quite courteous suggested u consider today’s special “FISHERMANS CATCH” dish Heres look like Fishermans Catch honest skeptical since consists pineapple fish rice veggie weird combination trust one best fish tried long time fish cooked properly combination flavor bursting mouth literally awesome Moving get lost food ordered “CALAMARI FRIES” really shocking since kinda looked like onion fire realized eating great eatable like appetizer Served salsa sauce… guess good munching Finally ordered “TRUFFLE FRIES” meal complete without fry great mess fry don’t know cook Meal overall meal tad bit expensive great meal sure final thought definitely check place always treat make partner feel special PS stay till night get amazing lighting around moon right front youTags Review Food Hotel Date

7 reasons not to love Nigeria

7 reasons not to love Nigeria Having travelled the world, you get a pretty fair view on how fascinating some countries and the cultures they carry can be. In the spirit of repartee and with a pinch of salt, Jovago.com, Africa’s largest hotel booking portal presents 7 reasons why you should take a second look at the most populous black nation in the world. 1. Because their men are great lovers Ever been kissed by a Nigerian man? They smile at you and you are hooked! There is no actual word for their form of kissing but it’s akin to having your lips plugged to a suction pipe, an embrasser avec la langue of sorts which leaves you coming back for more. Kerry Washington with her Nigerian hubby, Nnamdi Asomugha 2. Because we’ve been allowed to believe that Nigerian women can’t get slim Current diet books claim that Nigerian women are chubby because they eat only fresh beef, all day. However, the truth is that their obesity rates are lower than other parts of the continent and they feed on a diet rich in fiber. The fact that Agbani Darego went on to win the Miss World pageant in 2001 is further proof. 3. They have no chill for wildlife, too All flying and crawling creatures are for food in this country. In 2015, millions of chickens and goats are force-fed with grass in order to produce enough meat for a single meal. Heck, there’s a part of Nigeria where dogs are considered a delicacy. How adventurous is that?! 4. Because they love humour Have you heard a Nigerian laugh before? Utter bliss! Before the Revolution, the French invented the word l’esprit, which means ‘wit’, but the term “humour” had no comparison until this group of people were created. At the slightest tickle, they burst in rib-racking laughter with mirth bubbling from their belly. No wonder they are called the happiest people on the planet. 5. And they think their cooking is the best in the world Nigerian’s version of a gourmet meal is a delight to eat. They boast of 5-star multichain hotels with international standard chefs and when the platter is served, the dishes are large enough to cater to a football team. Who knows, maybe this is what makes their dishes so popular. Coincidence, yeah? 6. Because they love Fela In 1969, Fela went on tour of the United States as the first authentic black musician to play in 10 American cities. His fame did not stop there. With his quick tongue and witty disposition, he soon became a primary target of the military regime he fought against. Although, he died of AIDS and had a heavy drug problem, Fela’s music went platinum long before African music gained global recognition. 7. And they hate rock ’n’ roll At least most of them do. It’s strange how you see them gyrating to a class of music calledafropop, which a lot of rhythm by the way and yet cringe at the sound of metallic rock. Their artistes have won countless awards around the globe and their excitement is infectious…when you are at the club, this is all that matters! Got a comment? Now you can share it in the box below. Also, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram@jovagotravel, Facebook @Jovago or Tweet us@JovagoTravel.

https://medium.com/@leveightpro/7-reasons-not-to-love-nigeria-426cbb532e5a

[]

2015-11-16 11:39:17.240000+00:00

['Nigeria', 'Hotel']

Title 7 reason love NigeriaContent 7 reason love Nigeria travelled world get pretty fair view fascinating country culture carry spirit repartee pinch salt Jovagocom Africa’s largest hotel booking portal present 7 reason take second look populous black nation world 1 men great lover Ever kissed Nigerian man smile hooked actual word form kissing it’s akin lip plugged suction pipe embrasser avec la langue sort leaf coming back Kerry Washington Nigerian hubby Nnamdi Asomugha 2 we’ve allowed believe Nigerian woman can’t get slim Current diet book claim Nigerian woman chubby eat fresh beef day However truth obesity rate lower part continent feed diet rich fiber fact Agbani Darego went win Miss World pageant 2001 proof 3 chill wildlife flying crawling creature food country 2015 million chicken goat forcefed grass order produce enough meat single meal Heck there’s part Nigeria dog considered delicacy adventurous 4 love humour heard Nigerian laugh Utter bliss Revolution French invented word l’esprit mean ‘wit’ term “humour” comparison group people created slightest tickle burst ribracking laughter mirth bubbling belly wonder called happiest people planet 5 think cooking best world Nigerian’s version gourmet meal delight eat boast 5star multichain hotel international standard chef platter served dish large enough cater football team know maybe make dish popular Coincidence yeah 6 love Fela 1969 Fela went tour United States first authentic black musician play 10 American city fame stop quick tongue witty disposition soon became primary target military regime fought Although died AIDS heavy drug problem Fela’s music went platinum long African music gained global recognition 7 hate rock ’n’ roll least It’s strange see gyrating class music calledafropop lot rhythm way yet cringe sound metallic rock artiste countless award around globe excitement infectious…when club matter Got comment share box Also don’t forget follow u Instagramjovagotravel Facebook Jovago Tweet usJovagoTravelTags Nigeria Hotel

Tipatuity App Launches Cashless Tipping & Digital Tip Jars

Tipatuity App Launches Cashless Tipping & Digital Tip Jars The team at SmartBlue Technologies is very excited to release Tipatuity, the innovative social tipping application. This all-new app is easy to use while offering on-the-go cashless money transfer and digital tip jars. Tips are transferred using electronic payments by leveraging Dwolla’s powerful payment platform. People who work in the service industry such as valet professionals, hotel staff, outdoor event coordinators, and countless others have traditionally received cash tips. As the world continues to move to a cashless society, many of the service professionals are getting affected. Tipatuity app bridges the gap by allowing its members to give and/or receive tips on the spot and instantaneously. While many payment applications exist, there has been a void missing for people who want to process payments for new acquaintances or strangers without the need of exchanging names, emails or cash. Also none of the apps brought forward a practical tip-share solution that allows dynamic group management and one-to-many payments. The newly released Tipatuity app brings forward those functionalities to the service industry and puts together a simple, safe and fast money transfer portal that allows members to send or receive gratuities as individuals, teams or businesses. “Our goal is to empower service professionals with the tools they need to make the money they deserve and to bring more of the in-store tip jars online. Tippers on the other hand will find tipping easy to track and expense especially on business travel”, says Shehadi Dayekh, founder of SmartBlue Technologies and Tipatuity App. Built in features include finding service professionals using geo-location, safely sending and receiving money, being able to rate and comment on each provided service and having the ability to create virtual tip jars that facilitate tip-share. Tipatuity also empowers its members with fast delivery of their funds and enables them to maintain a great record book for jobs well done. Tipatuity also allows sending money as Anonymous in cases such as charity and fund-raising. Tipatuity currently operates in the US market only and can be found on the web at https://tipatuity.com. The application was recently released in Google Play and the App Store. About SmartBlue Technologies Inc. SmartBlue Technologies was founded in Dallas, Texas in August 2015. It is a startup that aims to bring smart ideas and technologies to life. http://www.prweb.com/releases/2016/12/prweb13938998.htm

https://medium.com/@tipatuity/tipatuity-app-launches-cashless-tipping-digital-tip-jars-8ad39896febf

[]

2016-12-21 11:11:16.521000+00:00

['Fintech', 'Tipping', 'Business Travel', 'Hotels', 'Cruises']

Title Tipatuity App Launches Cashless Tipping Digital Tip JarsContent Tipatuity App Launches Cashless Tipping Digital Tip Jars team SmartBlue Technologies excited release Tipatuity innovative social tipping application allnew app easy use offering onthego cashless money transfer digital tip jar Tips transferred using electronic payment leveraging Dwolla’s powerful payment platform People work service industry valet professional hotel staff outdoor event coordinator countless others traditionally received cash tip world continues move cashless society many service professional getting affected Tipatuity app bridge gap allowing member give andor receive tip spot instantaneously many payment application exist void missing people want process payment new acquaintance stranger without need exchanging name email cash Also none apps brought forward practical tipshare solution allows dynamic group management onetomany payment newly released Tipatuity app brings forward functionality service industry put together simple safe fast money transfer portal allows member send receive gratuity individual team business “Our goal empower service professional tool need make money deserve bring instore tip jar online Tippers hand find tipping easy track expense especially business travel” say Shehadi Dayekh founder SmartBlue Technologies Tipatuity App Built feature include finding service professional using geolocation safely sending receiving money able rate comment provided service ability create virtual tip jar facilitate tipshare Tipatuity also empowers member fast delivery fund enables maintain great record book job well done Tipatuity also allows sending money Anonymous case charity fundraising Tipatuity currently operates US market found web httpstipatuitycom application recently released Google Play App Store SmartBlue Technologies Inc SmartBlue Technologies founded Dallas Texas August 2015 startup aim bring smart idea technology life httpwwwprwebcomreleases201612prweb13938998htmTags Fintech Tipping Business Travel Hotels Cruises

Explore Jaipur in Budget, With Peak Lodging Ease

Explore Jaipur in Budget, With Peak Lodging Ease Everyone try to get maximum services at their best budget price of hotel in Jaipur. If you are scheduling for your vacations and looking for extravagance hotel in Jaipur then Hotel Hayat Rabbani is the best budget hotel for you where you can obtain best deal at reasonable price. Jaipur is a city of royals; in accordance to this we serve you the splendid and legend amenities to make your vacations memorable yet affordable. The heritage of Jaipur is most attractive and wonderful after exploring this people wants to stay at lavish hotel with best facilities. It is very complicated to find huge lodging services at sensible cost, but now you can simply find best economy hotel in Jaipur. When you are on holiday the most important thing is accommodation facilities. We tenders you all the amenities of a magnificence hotel, but the rates offered by us are very nominal and cheap compared to other hotels in the area. Our hotels guestrooms are gracefully designed with classily decorated suites. Our room and suite are well designed to present you great comfort and facilities to formulate your professional visit more relaxed and pleasant during your reside. Best budgeted hotels plays a vital role in planning holiday trip with luxuries lodging services at nominal prices. Book Hotel Hayat Rabbani and enjoy heavy discounts with all the services you want at your budget and deluxe rooms’ services in Jaipur. We believe in establish an atmosphere that wake up your wits. The easiness and amenities of your dwelling meet you the moment as you step in. You can accumulate a good amount and take pleasure a lot at this place in Jaipur. Our hotel is an icon of style, customary, service and pleasure. The custom-made room service provide by our jovial staff adds an extra shine to your hang out. Staffs of our hotel are just near to you after a call for any help you require. Your stay at Hotel Hayat Rabbani will make you feel that your accommodation is a combination of traditional and contemporary amenities. The melodious, fantastic, luxurious decor and dutiful staff of our Hotel definitely impress you. Throughout your stay in our Hotel, you find a way to enjoy the interesting view of heritage and splendid life cultures. Accommodation in Jaipur gets more comfortable and more pleasing, so we are reckoning among the Best budget Hotels in Jaipur. All our rooms and suites express you the most excellent in luxuries way and comfort. Our hotel is situated a petite walk from Railway station and Sindhi camp bus stand landmark Polo Victory Cinema Jaipur. The atmosphere of old city is manifest in its colorful bazaars will capture your heart for Jaipur. Our hotel offers a lavish stay at reasonable price with all up to date facilities to make it an ideal family holiday. There are electrifying packages beside with fine Indian, Italian and Chinese Cuisines mixed in the taste of the stunning Rajasthan. Business events and parties can be arranged and managed at Hotel Hayat Rabbani with budget amount and our service is improving day by day. Budget Hotel is always preferred choice for Family, Business and holiday travelers. Experience your dwell at one of the best budget hotel in Jaipur. So make your journey memorable with an extraordinary value vase of joy, either by eating or by your unforgettable stay with Hotel Hayat Rabbani. Suggest your views and rate us for improving better services for you. Visit: http://hotelhayatrabbani.com/contact-us.html

https://medium.com/@hotelhayatrabbani/explore-jaipur-in-budget-with-peak-lodging-ease-4fdce92b69fd

['Naim Rabbani']

2016-01-06 09:48:22.701000+00:00

['Hotels', 'Hotel Booking']

Title Explore Jaipur Budget Peak Lodging EaseContent Explore Jaipur Budget Peak Lodging Ease Everyone try get maximum service best budget price hotel Jaipur scheduling vacation looking extravagance hotel Jaipur Hotel Hayat Rabbani best budget hotel obtain best deal reasonable price Jaipur city royal accordance serve splendid legend amenity make vacation memorable yet affordable heritage Jaipur attractive wonderful exploring people want stay lavish hotel best facility complicated find huge lodging service sensible cost simply find best economy hotel Jaipur holiday important thing accommodation facility tender amenity magnificence hotel rate offered u nominal cheap compared hotel area hotel guestroom gracefully designed classily decorated suite room suite well designed present great comfort facility formulate professional visit relaxed pleasant reside Best budgeted hotel play vital role planning holiday trip luxury lodging service nominal price Book Hotel Hayat Rabbani enjoy heavy discount service want budget deluxe rooms’ service Jaipur believe establish atmosphere wake wit easiness amenity dwelling meet moment step accumulate good amount take pleasure lot place Jaipur hotel icon style customary service pleasure custommade room service provide jovial staff add extra shine hang Staffs hotel near call help require stay Hotel Hayat Rabbani make feel accommodation combination traditional contemporary amenity melodious fantastic luxurious decor dutiful staff Hotel definitely impress Throughout stay Hotel find way enjoy interesting view heritage splendid life culture Accommodation Jaipur get comfortable pleasing reckoning among Best budget Hotels Jaipur room suite express excellent luxury way comfort hotel situated petite walk Railway station Sindhi camp bus stand landmark Polo Victory Cinema Jaipur atmosphere old city manifest colorful bazaar capture heart Jaipur hotel offer lavish stay reasonable price date facility make ideal family holiday electrifying package beside fine Indian Italian Chinese Cuisines mixed taste stunning Rajasthan Business event party arranged managed Hotel Hayat Rabbani budget amount service improving day day Budget Hotel always preferred choice Family Business holiday traveler Experience dwell one best budget hotel Jaipur make journey memorable extraordinary value vase joy either eating unforgettable stay Hotel Hayat Rabbani Suggest view rate u improving better service Visit httphotelhayatrabbanicomcontactushtmlTags Hotels Hotel Booking

How is Hotel’s price in Berlin?

We worked with CRISP-DM Process (Cross Industry Process for Data Mining) Questions Question 1:- If more we go north, the lower price? Answer :- Yes, If more we go north, the lower price and Hotel Count. The largest number is in the center of Berlin, and the price is listed but the most for the lower price. Question :- What is expected the price for most commonly used in the far south for every room type? Answer :- the expected price for most commonly used in the far south is -Entire Home : 54.0 Euro. -Private Room : 30.0 Euro. -Shared Room : 35.0 Euro. and the most commonly used in the far south is **Entire Home**. Question 3:- Increasing the number of days available per year causes price increases ? Answer :- Yes, Increasing the number of days available per year causes price increases . If room available more number days per year ,can by increases the price . Question 4:- when minimum nights is small then the price increases? Answer:- No, when the minimum nights is small, the price move to decreases. The minimum nights das not effect price. Summary -When we go north, the lower price and Hotel Count. -The expected price for most commonly used in the far south is 61.3 Euro from Entire home and 16.2 Euro from Shared room. -Increasing the number of days available per year causes price increases . -Not effect when the minimum nights is small the price not decreases.

https://medium.com/@karimsoft/karimsoft-hotel-vs-price-in-berlin-germany-91f7630bf082

['Karim Abd El Aziz']

2020-12-14 02:37:41.046000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Price', 'Berlin', 'Germany', 'Data Science']

Title Hotel’s price BerlinContent worked CRISPDM Process Cross Industry Process Data Mining Questions Question 1 go north lower price Answer Yes go north lower price Hotel Count largest number center Berlin price listed lower price Question expected price commonly used far south every room type Answer expected price commonly used far south Entire Home 540 Euro Private Room 300 Euro Shared Room 350 Euro commonly used far south Entire Home Question 3 Increasing number day available per year cause price increase Answer Yes Increasing number day available per year cause price increase room available number day per year increase price Question 4 minimum night small price increase Answer minimum night small price move decrease minimum night da effect price Summary go north lower price Hotel Count expected price commonly used far south 613 Euro Entire home 162 Euro Shared room Increasing number day available per year cause price increase effect minimum night small price decreasesTags Hotel Price Berlin Germany Data Science

How to Apjpro can help you to get best offer in Jaipur

How to Apjpro can help you to get best offer in Jaipur apjpro, a local e-commerce company, based in jaipur, Having a tag line “Save every time.. You Spend” Helping jaipurities to find best restaurant, hotels, spa, salons, lounges and gym with very afforadable prices. We are an innovative idea with WIN WIN WIN factor. Win for members — This venture is an idea to provide the best non competitive discounts, benefits & privilege services to all citizens of Jaipur equally without discriminating their standards. It allows member to spend on their wish list @ affordable prices. Win for associates — We don’t charge any commission or benefits to associates, all benefits are passed to members. We help our associates by working over the best fruitful deals to members as well as the discount providing partners. We ensure to fulfill the lean hours without hitting the peaks. Win for apjpro — Today we have individual 25000+ influences members & more than 200+ partners. Most of the big brands are hand in hand since the origin of apjpro. The mission of apjpro is to make Jaipur the most approachable, beneficial & well informed city, where its members & associates both can be benefited “SAVE EVERY TIME, YOU SPEND” Be apjpro member to unlock exciting deals & discounts at Finest Hotel, Restaurant, Lounges, Pubs, Salon, Relaxing Spa & more We help you discover the best places in city. Shaping the future of food Lovers!! https://www.apjpro.com/about

https://medium.com/@jp.abuzzcompany/how-to-apjpro-can-help-you-to-get-best-offer-in-jaipur-80c01352b7c7

['Jp Abuzzcompany']

2020-12-10 11:10:56.540000+00:00

['Jaipur', 'Hotels']

Title Apjpro help get best offer JaipurContent Apjpro help get best offer Jaipur apjpro local ecommerce company based jaipur tag line “Save every time Spend” Helping jaipurities find best restaurant hotel spa salon lounge gym afforadable price innovative idea WIN WIN WIN factor Win member — venture idea provide best non competitive discount benefit privilege service citizen Jaipur equally without discriminating standard allows member spend wish list affordable price Win associate — don’t charge commission benefit associate benefit passed member help associate working best fruitful deal member well discount providing partner ensure fulfill lean hour without hitting peak Win apjpro — Today individual 25000 influence member 200 partner big brand hand hand since origin apjpro mission apjpro make Jaipur approachable beneficial well informed city member associate benefited “SAVE EVERY TIME SPEND” apjpro member unlock exciting deal discount Finest Hotel Restaurant Lounges Pubs Salon Relaxing Spa help discover best place city Shaping future food Lovers httpswwwapjprocomaboutTags Jaipur Hotels

Online Booking System for Travel Companies : Hotel APIs — Expedia, Hotelspro, DOTW and Travco

Online Booking System for Travel Companies : Hotel APIs — Expedia, Hotelspro, DOTW and Travco Source: http://www.provab.com Travel Mobility Solutions Much has changed in travel technology over a decade. Traditional way of search and booking the travel deals are no more in fashion. Online booking system has become the keyword of travel domain across the globe. At present, online booking systems are most widely used for used for airline reservations, hotel & motel reservation, cab reservations and custom holiday packages. More and more booking systems are also connecting the event booking XMLs as well. In a nutshell, online booking system is internet based booking system software, which can be accessed by users through the unique URL, services can be searched and bookings could do done. Get a Project Quote — http://www.provab.com/get_quote.html There are many web services / hotel APIs, which can be seamlessly integrated to bring the best inventory at best price. Hotel APIs GTA Hotelbeds Hotelspro DOTW Travco Tourico Restel Miki Jac Travel Expedia Priceline Bonotel GDS Amadeus Galileo Sabre A GDS system will also provide the data for hotels, cars and cruise apart from flights. It also provides the information to various distributors and travel agencies working simultaneously round the world. Regarding Author: Author is a travel technology expert and has been involved in several online booking systems.

https://medium.com/@provabtech/online-booking-system-for-travel-companies-hotel-apis-expedia-hotelspro-dotw-and-travco-af5f4a04f576

['Provab Technosoft']

2016-12-27 10:13:00.239000+00:00

['Galileo', 'Gds', 'Hotel', 'APIs']

Title Online Booking System Travel Companies Hotel APIs — Expedia Hotelspro DOTW TravcoContent Online Booking System Travel Companies Hotel APIs — Expedia Hotelspro DOTW Travco Source httpwwwprovabcom Travel Mobility Solutions Much changed travel technology decade Traditional way search booking travel deal fashion Online booking system become keyword travel domain across globe present online booking system widely used used airline reservation hotel motel reservation cab reservation custom holiday package booking system also connecting event booking XMLs well nutshell online booking system internet based booking system software accessed user unique URL service searched booking could done Get Project Quote — httpwwwprovabcomgetquotehtml many web service hotel APIs seamlessly integrated bring best inventory best price Hotel APIs GTA Hotelbeds Hotelspro DOTW Travco Tourico Restel Miki Jac Travel Expedia Priceline Bonotel GDS Amadeus Galileo Sabre GDS system also provide data hotel car cruise apart flight also provides information various distributor travel agency working simultaneously round world Regarding Author Author travel technology expert involved several online booking systemsTags Galileo Gds Hotel APIs

IVR Solution Creates Bigger Impression of Budget Hotels

IVR Solution Creates Bigger Impression of Budget Hotels Tourism industry is picking up and this has opened new doors of opportunity for the hospitality industry. The people travel for business purpose to meet the client; young professionals travel their home from the country they are working in, to meet their family members; backpackers are exploring new territories; and there are many reasons people travel across countries. All these travelers are looking for cost effective hotels. The budget hotels are getting the benefits of these travelers. These alluring businesses have increased competition as well. Also, guests of the budget hotels look for the best services. Thus, the budget hotels implement different technological tools which can keep them ahead of their competitions as well as help them to treat their guests with the best hospitality experience. The IVR solution is one of the tools used by the budget hotels to empower them. There are different types of IVR solutions for hotel industry, which can be used to improve guest experience as well as to create a bigger impression of the hotel. Let us explain a few types of IVR solutions for hotel industry and how those can be helpful and beneficial. Greet Customer Calls with a Professional Greeting An IVR solution will play a greeting voice prompt in a very warm and professional voice to greet the calls of your customers. This will create a better impression of your hotel in front of your callers, more specifically saying, customers. Never Miss Any Call The IVR solution works as an auto attendant. Using an IVR solution, you can make sure each call is attended even when your staff is not available. By making an IVR solution part of your hotel, you can cater your customers 365*24*7. Allow Your customers to Get Information about Your Hotel The IVR solution can be used to serve your customers about the information they need to know. The IVR will answer different questions which are frequently asked by the customers. This will help your customers with the required information as well as self serving option. This IVR solution for Hotel will also keep your staff free to serve the customers in the hotel and perform other important duties. Allow Your Customers to Book Rooms One of the available IVR Solutions for Hotel is a room booking IVR solution. It allows customers to know about different available rooms such as simple, deluxe and super deluxe. This IVR solution will also help guests to know the tariff of different hotel rooms and book them based on their choice. Allow Your Customers to Make Payment Along with offering different types of information, the IVR solution can also perform complex operations such as Payment processing. You can use Payment Processing IVR solution, which will allow your guests to pay their hotel bills using an IVR system. Your guests can also make advance payment for room booking. The IVR solution will have all required security features, which will make payment absolutely secure. Also Read this: Hotels Adopting IVRs The budget hotels can gain many benefits using the IVR solution for Hotel. We can help you with our IVR solution to take your Hotel to the next level!

https://medium.com/@asteriskservice/ivr-solution-creates-bigger-impression-of-budget-hotels-e06e66d973a7

['Asterisk Service']

2016-12-13 10:52:44.252000+00:00

['Ivr', 'Medium', 'Hotel']

Title IVR Solution Creates Bigger Impression Budget HotelsContent IVR Solution Creates Bigger Impression Budget Hotels Tourism industry picking opened new door opportunity hospitality industry people travel business purpose meet client young professional travel home country working meet family member backpacker exploring new territory many reason people travel across country traveler looking cost effective hotel budget hotel getting benefit traveler alluring business increased competition well Also guest budget hotel look best service Thus budget hotel implement different technological tool keep ahead competition well help treat guest best hospitality experience IVR solution one tool used budget hotel empower different type IVR solution hotel industry used improve guest experience well create bigger impression hotel Let u explain type IVR solution hotel industry helpful beneficial Greet Customer Calls Professional Greeting IVR solution play greeting voice prompt warm professional voice greet call customer create better impression hotel front caller specifically saying customer Never Miss Call IVR solution work auto attendant Using IVR solution make sure call attended even staff available making IVR solution part hotel cater customer 365247 Allow customer Get Information Hotel IVR solution used serve customer information need know IVR answer different question frequently asked customer help customer required information well self serving option IVR solution Hotel also keep staff free serve customer hotel perform important duty Allow Customers Book Rooms One available IVR Solutions Hotel room booking IVR solution allows customer know different available room simple deluxe super deluxe IVR solution also help guest know tariff different hotel room book based choice Allow Customers Make Payment Along offering different type information IVR solution also perform complex operation Payment processing use Payment Processing IVR solution allow guest pay hotel bill using IVR system guest also make advance payment room booking IVR solution required security feature make payment absolutely secure Also Read Hotels Adopting IVRs budget hotel gain many benefit using IVR solution Hotel help IVR solution take Hotel next levelTags Ivr Medium Hotel

What’s Your favorite luxury Hotel?

hotels washington dc Travelling in India is fun but challenging. And determing the best hotel on your loved ones are a lot more so. We’ve for ages been interested in learning the ‘right fit’ that many traveller seeks for their hotel stays. Is it the positioning, the luxurious quotient and great food? Or perhaps is it a captivating atmosphere, efficient service, outdoor activities and places to discover? My conclusion is, just like a great many other things in India, probably the seek out an ideal family hotel also defies a logical decision-making process. Travelling as adults is relatively simple. We’re more flexible. Put in a few kids into the equation in fact it is a very different story, particularly when it’s really a long, arduous journey. As with a lot of things with today’s India, the tourism sector has seen rapid expansion over the past decade and you will find now far more hotel options than ever before. Will no longer would be the only choices seriously high-end chain hotels (think the Oberois) grotty, over-priced mid-range hotels, or scruffy back-packer haunts. Put into they’re ‘heritage hotels’, decent independent luxury hotels, and homestays. But is it possible to define which of these makes a perfect hotel for families with children? hotels washington dc Obviously, the positioning is fairly critical. This is the easy getting there, along with its location with regards to planned activities. A well-located hotel could help you save a long time on India’s sometimes dreadful roads where pit stops are rare, thus causing less, “Are we there yet?” questions in the children.

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2016-12-26 15:49:22.919000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotel']

Title What’s favorite luxury HotelContent hotel washington dc Travelling India fun challenging determing best hotel loved one lot We’ve age interested learning ‘right fit’ many traveller seek hotel stay positioning luxurious quotient great food perhaps captivating atmosphere efficient service outdoor activity place discover conclusion like great many thing India probably seek ideal family hotel also defies logical decisionmaking process Travelling adult relatively simple We’re flexible Put kid equation fact different story particularly it’s really long arduous journey lot thing today’s India tourism sector seen rapid expansion past decade find far hotel option ever longer would choice seriously highend chain hotel think Oberois grotty overpriced midrange hotel scruffy backpacker haunt Put they’re ‘heritage hotels’ decent independent luxury hotel homestays possible define make perfect hotel family child hotel washington dc Obviously positioning fairly critical easy getting along location regard planned activity welllocated hotel could help save long time India’s sometimes dreadful road pit stop rare thus causing le “Are yet” question childrenTags Travel Hotel

What is the Job of a Hotel Community Manager?

Find out what it takes to be a great hotel community manager or hire one for your hotel Social media marketing and engagement used to be what we call ‘bathroom business’ — something that a hotel’s staff could do in their downtime, a few minutes at a go, even while on the toilet. Up until quite recently, if your hotel was doing any social media marketing at all, you already had a solid edge over your competitors because they most probably were not. A few tweets here, some Facebook posts there, and a bit of effort to keep your blog and other social media accounts fresh was all that it took to stand out and claim more market share. Not any more. Now, just about everyone and his dog is active on social media. There is so much competition that managing your hotel’s online community and social media marketing strategy has become a 24/7 job for properly-trained professionals. Say hello to the new role of hotel community manager. However, while everyone knows that hotel community managers are responsible for ‘the social media stuff’ (obviously!), it still is quite unclear what HCMs should do exactly and what specific skills they need to have. Even aspiring HCMs themselves are often at a loss, let alone their prospective bosses who need to find and hire the best people for the job. The role of hotel community manager is new and continually evolving, and with limited information available online it can be very hard to train for the job and keep up with it as it changes. Let’s take a look at what successful hotel community managers should be doing and why they play a vital role in the hotel business. A crucial full-time and in-house job with the hotel’s reputation at stake Today, people carry around their social media in their pockets. This means it is practically easier for a guest with a problem or a complaint to pull out their phone and post about it on your hotel’s Facebook page for all to see than it is to ring the front desk. This is in fact what actually happens very often and at any time of the day or night, and the trend of going online to voice a grievance is steadily on the increase. That brings us to the first and most important job of the hotel community manager: reputation management. The primary task of an HCM is to have all eyes and ears out on the different social media channels (and also on the rest of the Internet) to monitor what people are saying about your hotel and respond appropriately. The HCM has to work together with the rest of the hotel staff so that problems are solved quickly, guests are kept happy and the hotel’s reputation remains untarnished. It should already start to become clear that the position of hotel community manager is a full-time job that cannot be outsourced effectively or even assigned to an intern. In fact, the HCM has to be a bridge between your hotel’s different departments, including Marketing, Reservations, Public Relations, Food and Beverage and so on, working with them to coordinate the team effort and make sure any necessary action is taken promptly. Hotel guests obviously don’t care about what goes on behind the scenes. They just want a quick and effective solution so they can get on with enjoying their stay. This means that a hotel community manager needs to have a solid working knowledge of the hotel, its policies, its facilities and of how the different hotel departments function together, so that any issues are addressed effectively before an online complaint has a chance to spread and go viral. It also goes without saying that excellent manners and communication skills are vital too. Spearheading the hotel’s online presence, social media and content creation Reacting promptly and averting potential online PR disasters is just one side of the coin. Another key role of the hotel community manager is to take charge of your hotel’s online presence and social media outreach, which includes your content creation and distribution strategies. Proactive online engagement is a three-pronged effort where hotels generate and publish their own content invite media and influential travel bloggers to stay at the hotel and report back to their audience encourage guests to share their photos and experiences on the various social media platforms The last point is the most important by far. Nurturing guest-generated content is key to online success because your hotel’s brand is only as valuable as your guests think it is. Besides, it goes without saying that anything a guest posts online about your hotel is going to be viewed as much more credible than if the hotel posted the same thing itself. This means that guests should be the ones creating and sharing the bulk of the content about your hotel (which the hotel can then share and promote, of course) and it is part of the hotel community manager’s job to encourage this practice and make it as easy as possible for guests to do so. Inviting over established media and travel bloggers to report on their stay at the hotel is another very effective online marketing strategy. It gives your hotel an excellent opportunity to reach out to an established target audience and showcase not just the hotel itself and its facilities, but also the surrounding area and destination as a whole. And, of course, hotel community managers should have good production skills of their own, so that they can create interesting in-house photos, videos, blog posts and other content, which can be shared by guests and the media alike. Roping in staff, building personal brands and promoting the hotel together Social media engagement is not a job for the hotel community manager to do alone. Part of the role of HCM is, in fact, to take the lead in the hotel’s digital transformation and community building. This involves training other staff members in social media marketing and supervising a coordinated effort to interact with current and prospective guests both online and face-to-face on a daily basis. This includes teaching social media best practices and helping staff create and manage their own personal brand profiles on the different social networks. It is important for the hotel community manager and also other members of the hotel staff to project strong personal brands through their social network accounts. This is because people respond much better to someone who comes across as a real living and breathing person rather than an anonymous face on the Internet. A good and friendly relationship with guests puts the hotel community manager and other staff in an excellent position to then promote hotel events (both before and afterwards) and launch and manage competitions and promotions. This also helps a lot with another aspect of the HCM job description, which is to upsell in-house guests on hotel products, as well as trips, excursions, restaurant meals and other services offered by the hotel’s partner businesses. It goes without saying that hotel community managers need a good dose of charisma and leadership skills to go with their social media expertise and the other qualities we have discussed. Successful hotel community managers need to be able to prove their worth What we have described so far is routine, day-to-day work for an HCM, but there are are other tasks that also need to be done from time to time, such as networking with your hotel’s strategic partners, seeking out new ones and building new business relationships. A hotel community manager should also follow competitor hotels and similar hotels around the world, to learn what they are doing and stay ahead of the game. Then there is the task of overseeing SEO and other paid placement advertising, which means HCMs should have a good understanding of how search engine ranking and ad buying work. And to top it all off, successful hotel community managers have to be able to communicate effectively with the hotel’s management and show the fruits of their work. While social media is not a distribution channel, good HCMs do help increase both direct and indirect bookings, although the cause and effect relationship can be hard to actually demonstrate in practice. And yet, from the shareholders’ point of view, the ultimate measure of success of anything a hotel does is, of course, the bottom line, and it is up to hotel community managers to prove their worth to the hotel brand and justify their salary. It’s going to be easier than ever to excel as a hotel community manager All in all, being a hotel community manager is a challenging role, but a fun and rewarding one too when it is done properly. And helping hotel community managers succeed and prosper is exactly what we are setting out to do. We’ve got over a decade of social media marketing experience under our belt, as well as a solid hands-on HCM track record, that has won critical acclaim. Written by Andrew De Gabriele & John Beckley

https://medium.com/@johnbecks/what-is-the-job-of-a-hotel-community-manager-55c05c61d48f

['John Dale Beckley']

2015-11-26 15:48:08.077000+00:00

['Social Media', 'Marketing', 'Hotel']

Title Job Hotel Community ManagerContent Find take great hotel community manager hire one hotel Social medium marketing engagement used call ‘bathroom business’ — something hotel’s staff could downtime minute go even toilet quite recently hotel social medium marketing already solid edge competitor probably tweet Facebook post bit effort keep blog social medium account fresh took stand claim market share everyone dog active social medium much competition managing hotel’s online community social medium marketing strategy become 247 job properlytrained professional Say hello new role hotel community manager However everyone know hotel community manager responsible ‘the social medium stuff’ obviously still quite unclear HCMs exactly specific skill need Even aspiring HCMs often loss let alone prospective boss need find hire best people job role hotel community manager new continually evolving limited information available online hard train job keep change Let’s take look successful hotel community manager play vital role hotel business crucial fulltime inhouse job hotel’s reputation stake Today people carry around social medium pocket mean practically easier guest problem complaint pull phone post hotel’s Facebook page see ring front desk fact actually happens often time day night trend going online voice grievance steadily increase brings u first important job hotel community manager reputation management primary task HCM eye ear different social medium channel also rest Internet monitor people saying hotel respond appropriately HCM work together rest hotel staff problem solved quickly guest kept happy hotel’s reputation remains untarnished already start become clear position hotel community manager fulltime job cannot outsourced effectively even assigned intern fact HCM bridge hotel’s different department including Marketing Reservations Public Relations Food Beverage working coordinate team effort make sure necessary action taken promptly Hotel guest obviously don’t care go behind scene want quick effective solution get enjoying stay mean hotel community manager need solid working knowledge hotel policy facility different hotel department function together issue addressed effectively online complaint chance spread go viral also go without saying excellent manner communication skill vital Spearheading hotel’s online presence social medium content creation Reacting promptly averting potential online PR disaster one side coin Another key role hotel community manager take charge hotel’s online presence social medium outreach includes content creation distribution strategy Proactive online engagement threepronged effort hotel generate publish content invite medium influential travel blogger stay hotel report back audience encourage guest share photo experience various social medium platform last point important far Nurturing guestgenerated content key online success hotel’s brand valuable guest think Besides go without saying anything guest post online hotel going viewed much credible hotel posted thing mean guest one creating sharing bulk content hotel hotel share promote course part hotel community manager’s job encourage practice make easy possible guest Inviting established medium travel blogger report stay hotel another effective online marketing strategy give hotel excellent opportunity reach established target audience showcase hotel facility also surrounding area destination whole course hotel community manager good production skill create interesting inhouse photo video blog post content shared guest medium alike Roping staff building personal brand promoting hotel together Social medium engagement job hotel community manager alone Part role HCM fact take lead hotel’s digital transformation community building involves training staff member social medium marketing supervising coordinated effort interact current prospective guest online facetoface daily basis includes teaching social medium best practice helping staff create manage personal brand profile different social network important hotel community manager also member hotel staff project strong personal brand social network account people respond much better someone come across real living breathing person rather anonymous face Internet good friendly relationship guest put hotel community manager staff excellent position promote hotel event afterwards launch manage competition promotion also help lot another aspect HCM job description upsell inhouse guest hotel product well trip excursion restaurant meal service offered hotel’s partner business go without saying hotel community manager need good dose charisma leadership skill go social medium expertise quality discussed Successful hotel community manager need able prove worth described far routine daytoday work HCM task also need done time time networking hotel’s strategic partner seeking new one building new business relationship hotel community manager also follow competitor hotel similar hotel around world learn stay ahead game task overseeing SEO paid placement advertising mean HCMs good understanding search engine ranking ad buying work top successful hotel community manager able communicate effectively hotel’s management show fruit work social medium distribution channel good HCMs help increase direct indirect booking although cause effect relationship hard actually demonstrate practice yet shareholders’ point view ultimate measure success anything hotel course bottom line hotel community manager prove worth hotel brand justify salary It’s going easier ever excel hotel community manager hotel community manager challenging role fun rewarding one done properly helping hotel community manager succeed prosper exactly setting We’ve got decade social medium marketing experience belt well solid handson HCM track record critical acclaim Written Andrew De Gabriele John BeckleyTags Social Media Marketing Hotel

Hotel Reservation System, Hotel APIs & Native Mobile Apps?

Hotel Reservation System, Hotel APIs & Native Mobile Apps? Hotel Reservation System is a multi-lingual, web based online reservation system for travel management companies. This online reservation system comes with B2C (Business to Customers) and B2B (Business to Business) modules to cater end clients and agents as well. The hotel reservation system is compatible with 23 hotel xmls including GTA, Kuoni, Hotelbeds, Tourico, Travco, Special Tours, HotelsPro, Path Finder, Miki Travels, Sun Hotels, Darina Holidays, DOTW, Asian trials and Versys. Hotel & hospitality industry has seen robust growth because of travelling goes on higher side. Travel because of business, education and leisure are going all time high. Being ahead in business is the key in any business. Collaborating with a leading hotel software development company is always better so that you use the top hotel reservation system in terms of technology and focus on your core business. Hotel reservation systems and mobile apps are for customer connect and to be used by regular customers, who are always keen to know more about travel deals. Apart from that, online hotel software and mobile apps are great for keeping brand on the positive side. Recent surveys shows that hotels using the online hotel reservation system & mobiles apps are actually selling better than the other stores, which did not use apps. In the modern business scenario, hotels and hotel consolidators must enter in a long-term partnership with hotel reservation software development companies, to stay ahead of the competition. Key Features - Easy to use B2C/B2B interface API / XML integration Enhanced user experience for search and booking All availabilities, information, bookings and voucher generation are done in real time and client gets the confirmation on booking instantly. Online Booking Engine also picks up the best deals from different suppliers on a daily basis and updates the inventories accordingly. Multiple currency option for sales across global geographies Rapid set up Online Payment Gateway, also multiple payment gateways to provide users options to make the payment. Best in class rank parity module to display the rates coming from different suppliers for the same property Three layers of password protections to define the different levels of access To know more about Hotel Reservation System Development, please visit http://www.provab.com/. You can call us at +91.8880321321 and email us at [email protected].

https://medium.com/@provabtech/hotel-reservation-system-hotel-apis-native-mobile-apps-a64e647609e0

['Provab Technosoft']

2016-12-12 10:48:05.454000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotels', 'Online Booking System', 'Iran']

Title Hotel Reservation System Hotel APIs Native Mobile AppsContent Hotel Reservation System Hotel APIs Native Mobile Apps Hotel Reservation System multilingual web based online reservation system travel management company online reservation system come B2C Business Customers B2B Business Business module cater end client agent well hotel reservation system compatible 23 hotel xmls including GTA Kuoni Hotelbeds Tourico Travco Special Tours HotelsPro Path Finder Miki Travels Sun Hotels Darina Holidays DOTW Asian trial Versys Hotel hospitality industry seen robust growth travelling go higher side Travel business education leisure going time high ahead business key business Collaborating leading hotel software development company always better use top hotel reservation system term technology focus core business Hotel reservation system mobile apps customer connect used regular customer always keen know travel deal Apart online hotel software mobile apps great keeping brand positive side Recent survey show hotel using online hotel reservation system mobile apps actually selling better store use apps modern business scenario hotel hotel consolidators must enter longterm partnership hotel reservation software development company stay ahead competition Key Features Easy use B2CB2B interface API XML integration Enhanced user experience search booking availability information booking voucher generation done real time client get confirmation booking instantly Online Booking Engine also pick best deal different supplier daily basis update inventory accordingly Multiple currency option sale across global geography Rapid set Online Payment Gateway also multiple payment gateway provide user option make payment Best class rank parity module display rate coming different supplier property Three layer password protection define different level access know Hotel Reservation System Development please visit httpwwwprovabcom call u 918880321321 email u infoprovabcomTags Travel Hotels Online Booking System Iran

4 Interior Factors That Could Enhance Your Restaurant Experience

When you decide to go to a restaurant with other people, it is essential to choose a place that plays to everybody’s palate. Yet another factor that could make the time more exciting or ruin it are the restaurant’s interiors. Even if you are visiting a new place, and decide to stay in a motel with restaurant facilities, you need to take into account the interiors of the place to help make your stay more enjoyable. Interiors play a crucial part in stimulating people’s senses. It can uplift the mood or break it. So, if you choose to hang out with your loved ones at a restaurant, it is important that along with the customer reviews on food, you also check up on the interior design of the restaurant. Here are some essential factors to bear in mind. Table Arrangement When you go to a restaurant with a group of people, you intend to make conversations through the course of the meal. In certain restaurants the tables are situated quite close to each other, which makes for uncomfortable conversations as the people next to you can hear in on everything. So, look for a restaurant where the tables are well spaced so that you and your group can enjoy a peaceful time filled with interesting conversations. Lighting Lighting plays a major role in you being able to enjoy your food and time, especially during dinnertime. Restaurants with harsh fluoro strips could give the place a harsh effect. Restaurants should be equipped with soft lighting. It helps to add a soft glow to the place, and also lets you enjoy your cherished time with your family or friends. Noise Levels Restaurants that go for the trending industrial design have a lot of hard surfaces that are not good at absorbing the surrounding noise. Since a restaurant has a lot of activity with customers and wait staff moving around, making conversations become difficult if their interiors are not fitted with furnishings like carpet or wooden floorings that absorb noise. View This may not be a crucial factor for everybody, but it does not hurt to have a restaurant with a great view. The view of a busy street scape or something by the water adds to the appeal of the place and can make your time even more amazing. Choosing a restaurant with great interiors will enhance your dining experience. Barkly Motorlodge, one of the premium motels in Ballarat has the most exquisite restaurant which offers great food and a relaxing atmosphere with their modern décor. Visit barklymotorlodge.com.au for more details.

https://medium.com/@hodgewalton/4-interior-factors-that-could-enhance-your-restaurant-experience-16642e5559da

['Hodge Walton']

2016-12-15 04:52:31.492000+00:00

['Restaurant', 'Hotels', 'Travel']

Title 4 Interior Factors Could Enhance Restaurant ExperienceContent decide go restaurant people essential choose place play everybody’s palate Yet another factor could make time exciting ruin restaurant’s interior Even visiting new place decide stay motel restaurant facility need take account interior place help make stay enjoyable Interiors play crucial part stimulating people’s sens uplift mood break choose hang loved one restaurant important along customer review food also check interior design restaurant essential factor bear mind Table Arrangement go restaurant group people intend make conversation course meal certain restaurant table situated quite close make uncomfortable conversation people next hear everything look restaurant table well spaced group enjoy peaceful time filled interesting conversation Lighting Lighting play major role able enjoy food time especially dinnertime Restaurants harsh fluoro strip could give place harsh effect Restaurants equipped soft lighting help add soft glow place also let enjoy cherished time family friend Noise Levels Restaurants go trending industrial design lot hard surface good absorbing surrounding noise Since restaurant lot activity customer wait staff moving around making conversation become difficult interior fitted furnishing like carpet wooden flooring absorb noise View may crucial factor everybody hurt restaurant great view view busy street scape something water add appeal place make time even amazing Choosing restaurant great interior enhance dining experience Barkly Motorlodge one premium motel Ballarat exquisite restaurant offer great food relaxing atmosphere modern décor Visit barklymotorlodgecomau detailsTags Restaurant Hotels Travel

Warwick Hotel Rebrands to Radisson Blu

The Warwick Hotel near Rittenhouse Square has rebranded itself, upgrading its facilities and updating its name to the Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel. [caption id=”attachment_246" align=”alignleft” width=”196"] Photo courtesy Radisson Blu[/caption] According to Joanne Cunningham, General Manager, Radisson Blu is one of the world’s leading hospitality brands characterized by its vibrant, contemporary, and engaging hospitality and service philosophy. Distinguished the world over as the HOTELS DESIGNED TO SAY YES!, Radisson Blu offers a visual celebration of leading-edge style where the delight is in the detail. The properties are located in prime locations in major cities, airport gateways, and leisure destinations around the world. And now, too, in Philadelphia, where people are oooh-ing and ahhh-ing over the superb level of service they’ve experienced at the hotel. “Rittenhouse Square is a treasure of a neighborhood and one that resonates style, sophistication, and luxury,” said Cunningham. “This renovation brings a contemporary design together with an iconic hotel located in Rittenhouse Square, while continuing to maintain the charm and heritage of this landmark property.” As part of the renovation, the guest rooms, corridors, business center, fitness center, suites, concierge lounge, entrance of hotel, and lobby have been completed. Cunningham anticipates some additional enhancements. This week, the lobby walls will receive final graphics. In early 2014, the event space on the second and third floors will be redesigned to blend in with the sophisticated style of the lobby and customer areas. Also, the hotel is currently reviewing several concepts for Tavern 17, but Coffee Bar and The Prime Rib will remain unchanged. While the improvements will likely increase rates, the hotel executives and staff are focused on value and customer service to add quality and enjoyment to the overall hospitality experience. The Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel is a part of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s upscale hotel brand in line with 4 star hotels. The group’s global footprint spans 100 countries and territories with a powerful set of global brands such as Radisson Blu, Radisson, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson, Country Inns & Suites By Carlson, and Hotel Missoni. By 2015, the group plans to grow the portfolio to nearly 1,500 hotels in operation and under development. If you haven’t done so already, stop in to see the Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel on 17th Street in City Center.

https://medium.com/@joetaylorjr/warwick-hotel-rebrands-to-radisson-blu-d9a742c52e46

['Joe Taylor Jr.']

2016-04-08 16:34:13.625000+00:00

['Hotels', 'Radisson Blu']

Title Warwick Hotel Rebrands Radisson BluContent Warwick Hotel near Rittenhouse Square rebranded upgrading facility updating name Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel caption id”attachment246 align”alignleft” width”196 Photo courtesy Radisson Blucaption According Joanne Cunningham General Manager Radisson Blu one world’s leading hospitality brand characterized vibrant contemporary engaging hospitality service philosophy Distinguished world HOTELS DESIGNED SAY YES Radisson Blu offer visual celebration leadingedge style delight detail property located prime location major city airport gateway leisure destination around world Philadelphia people ooohing ahhhing superb level service they’ve experienced hotel “Rittenhouse Square treasure neighborhood one resonates style sophistication luxury” said Cunningham “This renovation brings contemporary design together iconic hotel located Rittenhouse Square continuing maintain charm heritage landmark property” part renovation guest room corridor business center fitness center suite concierge lounge entrance hotel lobby completed Cunningham anticipates additional enhancement week lobby wall receive final graphic early 2014 event space second third floor redesigned blend sophisticated style lobby customer area Also hotel currently reviewing several concept Tavern 17 Coffee Bar Prime Rib remain unchanged improvement likely increase rate hotel executive staff focused value customer service add quality enjoyment overall hospitality experience Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel part Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s upscale hotel brand line 4 star hotel group’s global footprint span 100 country territory powerful set global brand Radisson Blu Radisson Park Plaza Park Inn Radisson Country Inns Suites Carlson Hotel Missoni 2015 group plan grow portfolio nearly 1500 hotel operation development haven’t done already stop see Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel 17th Street City CenterTags Hotels Radisson Blu

10 World’s Most Extreme Hotels -

10 World’s Most Extreme Hotels - Sometimes luxury isn’t enough for travellers to fit their definition of a good hotel, So often when they wish to spend quality time in hotels as well as enjoy the outdoors. But somehow there are hotels in the world which can fulfil both of the objectives. this is where you can relax and experience nature equally at the same moment. These hotels are located at the heart of the natural wonders. Seriously, booking a room there means you will be either sleeping in a snow room or watching a sunset while your room is hanging on the edge of a cliff. Harlingen Crane Hotel, Netherlands The nothing more exciting to live on top of 150 ft high crane with all the luxuries money can afford. Above all, you have the control of the crane which you can swing into action anytime. The crane hotel let you shift the direction of the room 360 degrees to the beautiful horizon of Wadden Sea to the busy streets of Harlingen. The room is good enough for two, it includes internet, a flat-screen TV and audio equipment, bathroom. What’s more, your food is delivered via the internal lift to your bedroom. Iso-Syöte Hotel, Finland Amid the arctic paradise lies the Iso-Syöte Hotel. Finland is famous for sub-zero temp and heavy snowfall as deep as 10 feet and Iso-Syöte is one of its Highest hotels built on the tip of a snowy peak. The hotel spans into 50 rooms, sauna, spa, restaurant, ice igloo and a special two-floor deluxe aurora sweet. The rooms are 100% eco friendly, their roof material is mud from nearby swamps which act a good insulator for sound and heat, the carpet is made from recycled plastic. Each room has its own balcony where you can relax and breathe deep into natural beauty. Nonetheless, the biggest secret of this hotel reveals at night, it is home to the earth’s most famous natural wonder Aurora Borealis or northern light, catching a glimpse is remarkable as it is plus this place is uniquely located to exhibit the amazing light show 200 days out of the year. Moreover, there are external activities skimobile, plastic sled skiing, and a special snow taxi, a vehicle that ensues bumpy snow ride. Hôtel de Glace — Quebec, Canada This hotel needs no introduction, the famed Hôtel de Glace opens every January to March, in the most chilling place of north America. Every year the hotel is being rebuilt and reshaped using 400 tons of ice and 12,000 tons of snow. All of that icy material fill the walls of Grand Hall, chapel, ice slide, rooms and suites, and an Ice Bar. Everything is made out of ice even small items of daily use such as cocktail glass, teacups, plates, and spoons. The most luxurious suite includes private spa and fireplace supported with ice ceiling. The mattress on beds sits top of the solid ice block. There are arctic sleeping bags for staying warm and cozy. The outdoor activities include ice fishing, dog sledding and snowmobiling. In the meantime, when you feel like that’s enough for a day, you can always head to the sauna to revitalize. Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita, Matera, Italy it’s very unlikely you get a chance to stay in one of the UNESCO’s world heritage site, the hotel Le Grotte Della Civita is the remarkable extent of the architecture that thrived over centuries. The eighteen guest rooms are spread throughout a complex of ancient cave dwellings filled with stone floors and antique furniture, whereas bed sheets linen is made from antique clothing. Though seems ancient the hotel is modernised to comfort the travellers, every room is air-conditioned, has a candle-lit dining area and free Wi-Fi. Located in Matera, Italy the structure is still standing and intact since the Stone Age, these rooms provide a unique opportunity for travellers to peek into the lifestyle due to the times of Fred flintstone. Kokopelli’s Cave, Farmington, US This one-bedroom cave hotel was originally created as office space for the geologist and former owner, Bruce Black. Believe it or not, it sits 22 m below ground. The luxurious rooms have been carved out of Tertiary Ojo Alamo Sandstone across 1700 square foot space. The cave consists of a master bedroom, living area, replica Native American kiva, dining area, full kitchen and a bathroom with a waterfall shower and Jacuzzi tub. Skylodge Adventure Suites — Sacred Valley, Peru If you ever wonder what is like to sleep in an eagles nest high on the Cliff, you come at the right place. Skylodge Adventure Suites gives exclusive rights for adrenaline junkies to stay in completely transparent capsule, that hangs from the highest mountain in the Sacred Valley of Peru. But first, you must climb a 400 ft Cliff face to sign in your hotel rooms. The transparent hanging bedrooms can lodge 12 people per night. You can either bring your own food or for few extra bucks get your breakfast & gourmet dinner delivered from the elite restaurant of Cuzco directly to your pod. No Man’s Fort, Seaview, England This rare floating hotel is less of war bunker and more of a private island of some Saudi Sheikh combining two helipads, a hot tub, a nightclub and spa facilities. At the top is a private lighthouse with a glass-floored penthouse suite. The construction is from Victorian-era when it was originally built between 1867 and 1880 to protect the city from an attack by Napoleon III This man-made fortress has its own lighthouse, as well as cabaret bar and laser tag arena, visitors can also enjoy activities such as boat rides and water sports. The place is ideal for parties with Nordic Buffet on the roof and fire pit where guests can toast marshmallows. People reach the hotel through boats from Gunwharf Quays. Gornergrat Kulm Hotel, Zermatt, Switzerland This could be the one-stop destination for science geeks, The hotel is located at 3,120 metres above sea level and packs two observatories on its north-south tower. As the air is free of any city pollution you can watch stars with absolute clarity. the rooms are over a century old they were built between 1897–1907. Besides, The hotel also has two restaurants and a small shopping mall. You bet that’s not the end of this luxurious hotel, there are several winter sports you can enjoy here ice climbing, Skiing, Sledge riding, Igloo making, and beyond that you get a front-row seat to witness spectacular Matterhorn, which peaks at 14,692 feet in Swiss Alps. Reaching Gornergrat hotel is also fun and the only way to get there is through a regular train service, which takes 40 minutes’ through scenic countryside to climb 5000 ft to its destination. Tree Hotel, Sweden It’s the experience you get by spending your day in a room that tug along with the nearby trees. Tree hotel offers seven rooms with each unique design, name and entrance. All rooms are equipped with television, bed, toilet, the rooms sit suspended by the surrounding trees 20 ft in the air, the trees are Scott pines that can grow up to 100 ft and handle 24 tons in weight. One of the rooms named Ufo House shapes like a giant ufo, another one is birds nest with interwoven branches that serve as camouflage, which no one can spot at a mere 10 feet distance. people enter the bird’s nest via a retractable staircase, The special one is mirror cube contains six large mirrors on all sides imitating surrounding trees, mountains making it invisible to the naked eye, the roof of which provide a birds-eye view down the valley. For adventure, the hotel organises Skijoring, (skiing by patching a rope to an animal or a vehicle) it was a competitive sport when it was part of the 1928 Winter Olympic. Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, Lapland, Finland Imagine sleeping in the middle of nowhere on a comfy bed with northern lights shimmering above your eyes. That’s the view which is pretty ordinary for hotel staff at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort. The resort specialises in thermal glass igloos that feature a bedroom with a glass roof and luxury beds. Instead, if you want more leisure. They offer traditional wood chalet holding cooking facilities, a seating area and fireplace, bathroom with sauna. Approx 250 km from the arctic circle, you can easily reach the resort with just 30 minutes ride from the nearest airport. Though one reminder, the northern lights are visible only from late August to late April. Apart from the facilities, you can enjoy sports such as Nordic walking sticks, cross-country skis on snowmobile, Husky and reindeer safaris, and for wildlife photography, the Urho Kekkonen National Park is just 3.1 miles away from the Resort. There are 2 à la carte restaurants, which serve Laplandic specialties such as reindeer and char-grilled salmon, Just in case, In à la carte menu you can choose as much as you want from individually priced dishes of each course.

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2020-11-05 23:06:48.751000+00:00

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Title 10 World’s Extreme Hotels Content 10 World’s Extreme Hotels Sometimes luxury isn’t enough traveller fit definition good hotel often wish spend quality time hotel well enjoy outdoors somehow hotel world fulfil objective relax experience nature equally moment hotel located heart natural wonder Seriously booking room mean either sleeping snow room watching sunset room hanging edge cliff Harlingen Crane Hotel Netherlands nothing exciting live top 150 ft high crane luxury money afford control crane swing action anytime crane hotel let shift direction room 360 degree beautiful horizon Wadden Sea busy street Harlingen room good enough two includes internet flatscreen TV audio equipment bathroom What’s food delivered via internal lift bedroom IsoSyöte Hotel Finland Amid arctic paradise lie IsoSyöte Hotel Finland famous subzero temp heavy snowfall deep 10 foot IsoSyöte one Highest hotel built tip snowy peak hotel span 50 room sauna spa restaurant ice igloo special twofloor deluxe aurora sweet room 100 eco friendly roof material mud nearby swamp act good insulator sound heat carpet made recycled plastic room balcony relax breathe deep natural beauty Nonetheless biggest secret hotel reveals night home earth’s famous natural wonder Aurora Borealis northern light catching glimpse remarkable plus place uniquely located exhibit amazing light show 200 day year Moreover external activity skimobile plastic sled skiing special snow taxi vehicle ensues bumpy snow ride Hôtel de Glace — Quebec Canada hotel need introduction famed Hôtel de Glace open every January March chilling place north America Every year hotel rebuilt reshaped using 400 ton ice 12000 ton snow icy material fill wall Grand Hall chapel ice slide room suite Ice Bar Everything made ice even small item daily use cocktail glass teacup plate spoon luxurious suite includes private spa fireplace supported ice ceiling mattress bed sits top solid ice block arctic sleeping bag staying warm cozy outdoor activity include ice fishing dog sledding snowmobiling meantime feel like that’s enough day always head sauna revitalize Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita Matera Italy it’s unlikely get chance stay one UNESCO’s world heritage site hotel Le Grotte Della Civita remarkable extent architecture thrived century eighteen guest room spread throughout complex ancient cave dwelling filled stone floor antique furniture whereas bed sheet linen made antique clothing Though seems ancient hotel modernised comfort traveller every room airconditioned candlelit dining area free WiFi Located Matera Italy structure still standing intact since Stone Age room provide unique opportunity traveller peek lifestyle due time Fred flintstone Kokopelli’s Cave Farmington US onebedroom cave hotel originally created office space geologist former owner Bruce Black Believe sits 22 ground luxurious room carved Tertiary Ojo Alamo Sandstone across 1700 square foot space cave consists master bedroom living area replica Native American kiva dining area full kitchen bathroom waterfall shower Jacuzzi tub Skylodge Adventure Suites — Sacred Valley Peru ever wonder like sleep eagle nest high Cliff come right place Skylodge Adventure Suites give exclusive right adrenaline junky stay completely transparent capsule hang highest mountain Sacred Valley Peru first must climb 400 ft Cliff face sign hotel room transparent hanging bedroom lodge 12 people per night either bring food extra buck get breakfast gourmet dinner delivered elite restaurant Cuzco directly pod Man’s Fort Seaview England rare floating hotel le war bunker private island Saudi Sheikh combining two helipads hot tub nightclub spa facility top private lighthouse glassfloored penthouse suite construction Victorianera originally built 1867 1880 protect city attack Napoleon III manmade fortress lighthouse well cabaret bar laser tag arena visitor also enjoy activity boat ride water sport place ideal party Nordic Buffet roof fire pit guest toast marshmallow People reach hotel boat Gunwharf Quays Gornergrat Kulm Hotel Zermatt Switzerland could onestop destination science geek hotel located 3120 metre sea level pack two observatory northsouth tower air free city pollution watch star absolute clarity room century old built 1897–1907 Besides hotel also two restaurant small shopping mall bet that’s end luxurious hotel several winter sport enjoy ice climbing Skiing Sledge riding Igloo making beyond get frontrow seat witness spectacular Matterhorn peak 14692 foot Swiss Alps Reaching Gornergrat hotel also fun way get regular train service take 40 minutes’ scenic countryside climb 5000 ft destination Tree Hotel Sweden It’s experience get spending day room tug along nearby tree Tree hotel offer seven room unique design name entrance room equipped television bed toilet room sit suspended surrounding tree 20 ft air tree Scott pine grow 100 ft handle 24 ton weight One room named Ufo House shape like giant ufo another one bird nest interwoven branch serve camouflage one spot mere 10 foot distance people enter bird’s nest via retractable staircase special one mirror cube contains six large mirror side imitating surrounding tree mountain making invisible naked eye roof provide birdseye view valley adventure hotel organises Skijoring skiing patching rope animal vehicle competitive sport part 1928 Winter Olympic Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort Lapland Finland Imagine sleeping middle nowhere comfy bed northern light shimmering eye That’s view pretty ordinary hotel staff Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort resort specialises thermal glass igloo feature bedroom glass roof luxury bed Instead want leisure offer traditional wood chalet holding cooking facility seating area fireplace bathroom sauna Approx 250 km arctic circle easily reach resort 30 minute ride nearest airport Though one reminder northern light visible late August late April Apart facility enjoy sport Nordic walking stick crosscountry ski snowmobile Husky reindeer safari wildlife photography Urho Kekkonen National Park 31 mile away Resort 2 à la carte restaurant serve Laplandic specialty reindeer chargrilled salmon case à la carte menu choose much want individually priced dish courseTags Travel Hotel Weird

Best Holy Place for Buddhism

Best Holy Place for Buddhism Sarnath is a place located 10 kilometres north-east of Varanasi near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The Deer Park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma, and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna ( Sanskrit: Kauṇḍinya). Singhpur, a village approximately one kilometre away from the site, was the birthplace of Shreyansanath, the Eleventh Tirthankara of Jainism. A temple dedicated to him is an important pilgrimage site. Also referred to as Isipatana, this city is mentioned by the Buddha as one of the four places of pilgrimage to which his devout followers should visit. It was also the site of the Buddha’s Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta, which was his first teaching after attaining enlightenment, in which he taught the four noble truths and the teachings associated with it. Sarnath has been variously known as Mrigadava, Migadāya, Rishipattana and Isipatana throughout its long history. Mrigadava means “deer-park”. “Isipatana” is the name used in the Pali Canon, and means the place where holy men (Pali: isi, Sanskrit: rishi) landed. The legend says that when the Buddha-to-be was born, some devas came down to announce it to 500 rishis. Another explanation for the name is that Isipatana was so-called because, sages, on their way through the air (from the Himalayas), alight here or start from here on their aerial flight. Pacceka Buddhas, having spent seven days in contemplation in the Gandhamādana, bathe in the Anotatta Lake and come to the habitations of men through the air, in search of alms. They descend to earth at Isipatana. Sometimes the Pacceka Buddhas come to Isipatana from Nandamūlaka-pabbhāra. Xuanzang quotes the Nigrodhamiga Jātaka (J.i.145ff) to account for the origin of the Migadāya. According to him, the Deer Park was a forest given by the king of Benares of the Jātaka, where deer might wander unmolested. The Migadāya was so-called because deer were allowed to roam about there unmolested. Sarnath derives from the Sanskrit Sāranganātha, which means “Lord of the Deer”, and relates to another old Buddhist story in which the Bodhisattva is a deer and offers his life to a king instead of the doe the latter is planning to kill. The king is so moved that he creates the park as a sanctuary for deer. The park is active in modern times. Before Gautama (the Buddha-to-be) attained enlightenment, he gave up his austere penances and his friends, the Pañcavaggiya monks. Seven weeks after his enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, Buddha left Uruvela and travelled to Isipatana to rejoin them because, using his spiritual powers, he had seen that his five former companions would be able to understand Dharma quickly. While travelling to Sarnath, Gautama Buddha had no money to pay the ferryman to cross the Ganges, so he crossed it through the air.[citation needed ]Later when King Bimbisāra heard of this, he abolished the toll for ascetics. Gautama Buddha found his five former companions and enlightened them with the teachings of the Dharma. At that time, the Sangha, the community of the enlightened ones, was founded. The sermon, Buddha gave to the five monks, was his first sermon, called the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta. It was given on the full-moon day of Asalha Puja. Buddha subsequently also spent his first rainy season at Sarnath at the Mulagandhakuti. By then, the Sangha had grown to 60 in number (after Yasa and his friends had become monks), and so Buddha sent them out in all directions to travel alone and teach the Dharma. All 60 monks were Arhats. Several other incidents connected with the Buddha, besides the preaching of the first sermon, are mentioned as having taken place in Isipatana. It was here when one day, at dawn, Yasa came to the Buddha and became an Arhat. It was at Isipatana, too, that the rule was passed, prohibiting the use of sandals made of talipot leaves. On another occasion when the Buddha was staying at Isipatana, having gone there from Rājagaha, he instituted rules forbidding the use of certain kinds of flesh, including human flesh. Twice, while the Buddha was at Isipatana, Māra visited him but had to go away discomfited. Besides the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta mentioned above, several other suttas were preached by the Buddha while staying at Isipatana, among them the Saccavibhanga Sutta, the Pañca Sutta (S.iii.66f), most popularly known by the somewhat misleading title the Anattalakkhana Sutta the Rathakāra or Pacetana Sutta (A.i.110f), the two Pāsa Suttas (S.i.105f), the Samaya Sutta (A.iii.320ff), the Katuviya Sutta (A.i.279f.), a discourse on the Metteyyapañha of the Parāyana (A.iii.399f), and the Dhammadinna Sutta (S.v.406f), preached by the distinguished Bhikkhuni Dhammadinna to her former husband. Some of the most eminent members of the Sangha seem to have resided at Isipatana from time to time; among recorded conversations at Isipatana are several between Sariputta and Mahakotthita, and one between Mahākotthita and Citta-Hatthisariputta. There is also a mention of a discourse in which several monks staying at Isipatana tried to help Channa in his difficulties. According to the Udapāna Jātaka, there was a very ancient well near Isipatana which, in the Buddha’s time, was used by the monks living there. According to the Mahavamsa, there was a large community of monks at Isipatana in the second century B.C. for, we are told that at the foundation ceremony of the Mahā Thūpa in Anurādhapura, twelve thousand monks were present from Isipatana led by the Elder Dhammasena. Xuanzang, a Chinese Buddhist monk, who travelled to India in the seventh century, found fifteen hundred monks studying the Hīnayāna at the Isipatana. In the enclosure of the Sanghārāma was a vihāra about 60 m (200 feet) high, strongly built, its roof surmounted by a golden figure of the mango. In the centre of the vihāra was a life-size statue of the Buddha turning the wheel of the Law and to the south-west were the remains of a stone stupa built by King Ashoka. In front of it was a stone pillar to mark the spot where the Buddha preached his first sermon. Nearby was another stupa on the site where the Pañcavaggiyas spent their time in meditation before the Buddha’s arrival, and another where five hundred Pacceka Buddhas entered Nibbāna. Close to it was another building where the future Buddha Metteyya received assurance of his becoming a Buddha. The Divy. (389–94) mentions Ashoka as intimating to Upagupta, his desire to visit the places connected with the Buddha’s activities and to erect stupas there. Thus he visited Lumbinī, Bodhimūla, Isipatana, Migadāya and Kusinagara; this is confirmed by Ashoka’s lithic records, e.g. Rock Edict, viii. Buddhism flourished in Sarnath because of kings and wealthy merchants based in Varanasi. By the third century, Sarnath had become an important centre for the arts, which reached its zenith during the Gupta period (4th to 6th centuries CE). In the 7th century by the time Xuanzang visited from China, he found 30 monasteries and 3000 monks living at Sarnath. Sarnath became a major centre of the Sammatiya school of Buddhism, one of the early Buddhist schools. However, the presence of images of Heruka and Tara indicate that Vajrayana Buddhism was (at a later time) also practised here. Also, images of Brahminist gods as Shiva and Brahma were found at the site, and there is still a Jain temple (at Chandrapuri) located very close to the Dhamekh Stupa. Kumaradevi, the Gahadvala queen, constructed the last structures at Sarnath. In 1193, her grandson, Jaichand of Kannauj was defeated by Qutb al-Din Aibak, a general of Muhammad Ghori. At the end of the 12th century, Sarnath was sacked by Turkish Muslims, and the site was subsequently plundered for building materials. Isipatana is identified with the modern Sarnath, 9.7 km (6 mi.) from Varanasi. Alexander Cunningham found the Migadāya represented by a fine wood, covering an area of about 800 m (half a mile), extending from the great tomb of Dhamekha on the north to the Chaukundi mound on the south. According to the Buddhist commentarial scriptures, all the Buddhas preach their first sermon at the Migadāya in Isipatana. It is one of the four avijahitatthānāni (unchanging spots), the others being the bodhi-pallanka, the spot at the gate of Sankassa, where the Buddha first touched the earth on his return from Tāvatimsa, and the site of the bed in the Gandhakuti in Jetavana In past ages, Isipatana sometimes retained its own name, as it did in the time of Phussa Buddha, Dhammadassī Buddha and Kassapa Buddha. Kassapa was born there. But more often Isipatana was known by different names (for these names see under those of the different Buddhas). Thus in the time of Vipassī Buddha, it was known as Khema-uyyāna. It is the custom for all Buddhas to go through the air to Isipatana to preach their first sermon. Gautama Buddha, however, walked all the way, eighteen leagues, because he knew that by so doing he would meet Upaka, the Ajivaka, to whom he could be of service. Sarnath is the birthplace of the 11th Tirthankara Shri Shreyansanatha Bhagwan. It is the place where 4 of the 5 kalyanak (auspicious life events) of Shri Shreyansanatha Bhagwan took place. Shri Digambar Jain Shreyansnath Mandir, Singhpuri, Sarnath It is the place of 4 kalyanak of Shri Shreyansnath Bhagwan. A huge ashtakod stoop (octagonal pillar), 31.4 m (103 feet) in height is still present showing its historical establishment. It is considered to be 2200 years old. The main deity of this temple is a blue-coloured idol of Shri Shreyansnath Bhagwan, 75 cm in height, in Padmāsana. The artistic work of this temple is unmatched.[citation needed ] The major excavated ruins are listed below, generally in north-to-south and west-to-east order. Most of the ancient buildings and structures at Sarnath were damaged or destroyed by the Turks. However, amongst the ruins can be distinguished: For Buddhists, Sarnath (or Isipatana) is one of four pilgrimage sites designated by Gautama Buddha, the other three being Kushinagar, Bodh Gaya, and Lumbini. Sarnath has been developed as a place of pilgrimage, both for Buddhists from India and abroad. A number of countries in which Buddhism is a major (or the dominant) religion, such as Thailand, Japan, Tibet, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, have established temples and monasteries in Sarnath in the style that is typical for the respective country. Thus, pilgrims and visitors have the opportunity to experience an overview of Buddhist architecture from various cultures. There is a 24-m-tall (80-foot) statue of Buddha built over 14 years (1997–2011) by joint Indo-Thai efforts. It is said to be inspired by the Buddhas of Bamiyan. The plate on which Letitia Elizabeth Landon’s poem Sarnat, a Bodh Monument is based shows its then run-down condition, and her words, comparing the religions of the world, pick up on the apparent weakness of Buddhism in the country of its origin at that time (1832). Sarnath is one of the locations of Rudyard Kipling’s . Teshoo Lama stays at the Temple of the Tirthankhars in Sarnath when not on his pilgrimages. Kim meets him there after he leaves Saint Xavier’s school. Rai Bahadur Daya Ram Sahni: Guide to the Buddhist Ruins of Sarnath with a Plan of Excavations and Five Photographic Plates. Archaeological Survey of India, Delhi 1922 Satyarth Nayak: The Emperor’s Riddles 2014 If you are interested to visit this place and looking forward to find the best hotel in Sarnath Varanasi, then please visit to Hotel Pinnacle Gate nearby Sarnath Station.

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2021-01-16 08:48:50.829000+00:00

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Title Best Holy Place BuddhismContent Best Holy Place Buddhism Sarnath place located 10 kilometre northeast Varanasi near confluence Ganges Varuna river Uttar Pradesh India Deer Park Sarnath Gautama Buddha first taught Dharma Buddhist Sangha came existence enlightenment Kondanna Sanskrit Kauṇḍinya Singhpur village approximately one kilometre away site birthplace Shreyansanath Eleventh Tirthankara Jainism temple dedicated important pilgrimage site Also referred Isipatana city mentioned Buddha one four place pilgrimage devout follower visit also site Buddha’s Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta first teaching attaining enlightenment taught four noble truth teaching associated Sarnath variously known Mrigadava Migadāya Rishipattana Isipatana throughout long history Mrigadava mean “deerpark” “Isipatana” name used Pali Canon mean place holy men Pali isi Sanskrit rishi landed legend say Buddhatobe born devas came announce 500 rishis Another explanation name Isipatana socalled sage way air Himalayas alight start aerial flight Pacceka Buddhas spent seven day contemplation Gandhamādana bathe Anotatta Lake come habitation men air search alms descend earth Isipatana Sometimes Pacceka Buddhas come Isipatana Nandamūlakapabbhāra Xuanzang quote Nigrodhamiga Jātaka Ji145ff account origin Migadāya According Deer Park forest given king Benares Jātaka deer might wander unmolested Migadāya socalled deer allowed roam unmolested Sarnath derives Sanskrit Sāranganātha mean “Lord Deer” relates another old Buddhist story Bodhisattva deer offer life king instead doe latter planning kill king moved creates park sanctuary deer park active modern time Gautama Buddhatobe attained enlightenment gave austere penance friend Pañcavaggiya monk Seven week enlightenment Bodhi tree Bodh Gaya Buddha left Uruvela travelled Isipatana rejoin using spiritual power seen five former companion would able understand Dharma quickly travelling Sarnath Gautama Buddha money pay ferryman cross Ganges crossed aircitation needed Later King Bimbisāra heard abolished toll ascetic Gautama Buddha found five former companion enlightened teaching Dharma time Sangha community enlightened one founded sermon Buddha gave five monk first sermon called Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta given fullmoon day Asalha Puja Buddha subsequently also spent first rainy season Sarnath Mulagandhakuti Sangha grown 60 number Yasa friend become monk Buddha sent direction travel alone teach Dharma 60 monk Arhats Several incident connected Buddha besides preaching first sermon mentioned taken place Isipatana one day dawn Yasa came Buddha became Arhat Isipatana rule passed prohibiting use sandal made talipot leaf another occasion Buddha staying Isipatana gone Rājagaha instituted rule forbidding use certain kind flesh including human flesh Twice Buddha Isipatana Māra visited go away discomfited Besides Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta mentioned several suttas preached Buddha staying Isipatana among Saccavibhanga Sutta Pañca Sutta Siii66f popularly known somewhat misleading title Anattalakkhana Sutta Rathakāra Pacetana Sutta Ai110f two Pāsa Suttas Si105f Samaya Sutta Aiii320ff Katuviya Sutta Ai279f discourse Metteyyapañha Parāyana Aiii399f Dhammadinna Sutta Sv406f preached distinguished Bhikkhuni Dhammadinna former husband eminent member Sangha seem resided Isipatana time time among recorded conversation Isipatana several Sariputta Mahakotthita one Mahākotthita CittaHatthisariputta also mention discourse several monk staying Isipatana tried help Channa difficulty According Udapāna Jātaka ancient well near Isipatana Buddha’s time used monk living According Mahavamsa large community monk Isipatana second century BC told foundation ceremony Mahā Thūpa Anurādhapura twelve thousand monk present Isipatana led Elder Dhammasena Xuanzang Chinese Buddhist monk travelled India seventh century found fifteen hundred monk studying Hīnayāna Isipatana enclosure Sanghārāma vihāra 60 200 foot high strongly built roof surmounted golden figure mango centre vihāra lifesize statue Buddha turning wheel Law southwest remains stone stupa built King Ashoka front stone pillar mark spot Buddha preached first sermon Nearby another stupa site Pañcavaggiyas spent time meditation Buddha’s arrival another five hundred Pacceka Buddhas entered Nibbāna Close another building future Buddha Metteyya received assurance becoming Buddha Divy 389–94 mention Ashoka intimating Upagupta desire visit place connected Buddha’s activity erect stupa Thus visited Lumbinī Bodhimūla Isipatana Migadāya Kusinagara confirmed Ashoka’s lithic record eg Rock Edict viii Buddhism flourished Sarnath king wealthy merchant based Varanasi third century Sarnath become important centre art reached zenith Gupta period 4th 6th century CE 7th century time Xuanzang visited China found 30 monastery 3000 monk living Sarnath Sarnath became major centre Sammatiya school Buddhism one early Buddhist school However presence image Heruka Tara indicate Vajrayana Buddhism later time also practised Also image Brahminist god Shiva Brahma found site still Jain temple Chandrapuri located close Dhamekh Stupa Kumaradevi Gahadvala queen constructed last structure Sarnath 1193 grandson Jaichand Kannauj defeated Qutb alDin Aibak general Muhammad Ghori end 12th century Sarnath sacked Turkish Muslims site subsequently plundered building material Isipatana identified modern Sarnath 97 km 6 mi Varanasi Alexander Cunningham found Migadāya represented fine wood covering area 800 half mile extending great tomb Dhamekha north Chaukundi mound south According Buddhist commentarial scripture Buddhas preach first sermon Migadāya Isipatana one four avijahitatthānāni unchanging spot others bodhipallanka spot gate Sankassa Buddha first touched earth return Tāvatimsa site bed Gandhakuti Jetavana past age Isipatana sometimes retained name time Phussa Buddha Dhammadassī Buddha Kassapa Buddha Kassapa born often Isipatana known different name name see different Buddhas Thus time Vipassī Buddha known Khemauyyāna custom Buddhas go air Isipatana preach first sermon Gautama Buddha however walked way eighteen league knew would meet Upaka Ajivaka could service Sarnath birthplace 11th Tirthankara Shri Shreyansanatha Bhagwan place 4 5 kalyanak auspicious life event Shri Shreyansanatha Bhagwan took place Shri Digambar Jain Shreyansnath Mandir Singhpuri Sarnath place 4 kalyanak Shri Shreyansnath Bhagwan huge ashtakod stoop octagonal pillar 314 103 foot height still present showing historical establishment considered 2200 year old main deity temple bluecoloured idol Shri Shreyansnath Bhagwan 75 cm height Padmāsana artistic work temple unmatchedcitation needed major excavated ruin listed generally northtosouth westtoeast order ancient building structure Sarnath damaged destroyed Turks However amongst ruin distinguished Buddhists Sarnath Isipatana one four pilgrimage site designated Gautama Buddha three Kushinagar Bodh Gaya Lumbini Sarnath developed place pilgrimage Buddhists India abroad number country Buddhism major dominant religion Thailand Japan Tibet Sri Lanka Myanmar established temple monastery Sarnath style typical respective country Thus pilgrim visitor opportunity experience overview Buddhist architecture various culture 24mtall 80foot statue Buddha built 14 year 1997–2011 joint IndoThai effort said inspired Buddhas Bamiyan plate Letitia Elizabeth Landon’s poem Sarnat Bodh Monument based show rundown condition word comparing religion world pick apparent weakness Buddhism country origin time 1832 Sarnath one location Rudyard Kipling’s Teshoo Lama stay Temple Tirthankhars Sarnath pilgrimage Kim meet leaf Saint Xavier’s school Rai Bahadur Daya Ram Sahni Guide Buddhist Ruins Sarnath Plan Excavations Five Photographic Plates Archaeological Survey India Delhi 1922 Satyarth Nayak Emperor’s Riddles 2014 interested visit place looking forward find best hotel Sarnath Varanasi please visit Hotel Pinnacle Gate nearby Sarnath StationTags Hotel

3 great reasons to take a serviced apartment

3 great reasons to take a serviced apartment St Dunstan’s Court Apartments, London Serviced apartments are a fantastic alternative to hotels for relocation assignees around the world, offering tangible benefits to both the employee and the employer. Skyline Worldwide’s Business Intelligence Manager for the EMEA region, Abi Lucy, tells us about just a few of the advantages of using serviced accommodation when relocating and travelling. 1. More space and flexibility Serviced apartments offer more spacious accommodation compared to traditional hotels, often providing a living room, a kitchen, a separate bedroom and bathroom, ensuring that the guest can experience a more “home from home” atmosphere. Guests are able to continue their typical routines without disruption, which can reduce the time it takes for them to settle in to their new environment. This flexibility isn’t restricted by specific breakfast times or rigid guidelines when staying in the apartment — serviced accommodation allows the guests to live their way. 2. Higher quality At Skyline we pride ourselves on the quality and high standard of our apartments, and this doesn’t end with the permanent fixtures within the apartments. Not only do we source outstanding accommodation in key locations, we also provide 24 hour meet and greet services — so that the assignee will always be met personally by one of our team, complimentary internet access and Sky TV, and we ensure that the apartments are finished to the very highest specifications. 3. Cost effectiveness The opportunity for cost savings is one of the biggest benefits for both the employer and the assignee. The facilities provided within the apartments, such as the full kitchen, allow the guest to avoid eating out, submitting expenses and waiting for reimbursement — so the employer is able to reduce per diem allowances for F&B, laundry and hotel-type incidentals. The potential extent of savings can be increased considerably when two or three colleagues share an apartment, particularly for stays of 90 days plus. These savings can be as much as 50%, for a 2 bedroom apartment which would be more cost effective than 2 studios. These cost savings can impact enormously on the overall price of the relocation process, as temporary accommodation can be one of the most significant outlays of any international assignment. Celsium provides top-quality serviced apartments globally via our preferred partners. If you would like to learn more about serviced apartments worldwide, please contact us here.

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2015-11-17 13:02:54.484000+00:00

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AirPods Are Apple’s Next Big Brand

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Macs, after all, range from a tiny boxlike device (the Mac Mini) to all-in-one devices like the iMac to the hulking art deco Mac Pro. Like the AirPods line, Macs feature the same core technology: macOS and, until very recently, Intel CPUs. As they say on The Mandalorian, “This is the way.” It’s how Apple builds on an idea whose success may have caught even the company by surprise. When I wrote a few years ago that AirPods are now one of Apple’s most important products, I wasn’t kidding. After initially being derided for their oddball looks, the in-ear Bluetooth buds caught the buying public’s imagination in an almost original iPhone–like way. The brand is so important that AirPods Max got Apple’s most interesting and forward-learning design in a generation, pulling in some of the company’s favorite materials — anodized aluminum, stainless steel, and Apple-designed stitched fabric — and combining it with new materials like memory foam and flexible mesh. 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There’s no wireless charging, they’re not rated for water or sweat resistance, and when using a bidirectional cable, they work as wired headphones. The most oddball feature might be the Smart Case, which turns your headphones into a sort of tiny handbag in which the headphones are only thing you carry. It automatically puts the AirPods Max into a low-power state and leaves an opening to charge via a Lightning cable, but there’s no auxiliary power in the case. You should get 20 hours of playback, supposedly even with ANC turned on, and you can get another 1.5 hours of playback with a five-minute charge. Even with the eye-popping price ($549) and the fact that Beats Solo Pro headphones, with 22 hours of battery life, ANC, and the H1 chip, sell for $150 less, Apple’s canny decision to expand the AirPods brand with an ultrapremium product is a smart one. People love their AirPods and embraced the higher-end, noise-canceling AirPods Pro. But that design can never be immersive. Now you have an immersive AirPods choice. I’m certain of two things: Early AirPods Max inventory has probably already sold out, and growth of the AirPods brand has only just begun. WRITTEN BY Tech expert, journalist, social media commentator, amateur cartoonist and robotics fan. Follow 211 211

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2020-12-10 19:37:15.927000+00:00

['Apple', 'History', 'Hotel']

Title AirPods Apple’s Next Big BrandContent AirPods Apple’s Next Big Brand new AirPods Max new headphone — they’re coronation core brand Apple’s AirPods Max Photo Apple Never underestimate value good brand allnew AirPods Max Apple christened AirPods core brand almost equal footing iconic Mac line Think AirPods Max Bluetooth headphone may H1 audio beating heart AirPods Pro coincidentally Apple’s Beats Solo Pro look nothing like pair AirPods Sure AirPods Max audio product pod fact industry traditionally refer overtheear headphone “cans” There’s nothing wrong Apple slapping AirPods brand name newest audio product make perfect sense company officially position “AirPods” crucial brand — one like Mac idea fixed thing concrete look feel Macs range tiny boxlike device Mac Mini allinone device like iMac hulking art deco Mac Pro Like AirPods line Macs feature core technology macOS recently Intel CPUs say Mandalorian “This way” It’s Apple build idea whose success may caught even company surprise 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bidirectional cable work wired headphone oddball feature might Smart Case turn headphone sort tiny handbag headphone thing carry automatically put AirPods Max lowpower state leaf opening charge via Lightning cable there’s auxiliary power case get 20 hour playback supposedly even ANC turned get another 15 hour playback fiveminute charge Even eyepopping price 549 fact Beats Solo Pro headphone 22 hour battery life ANC H1 chip sell 150 le Apple’s canny decision expand AirPods brand ultrapremium product smart one People love AirPods embraced higherend noisecanceling AirPods Pro design never immersive immersive AirPods choice I’m certain two thing Early AirPods Max inventory probably already sold growth AirPods brand begun WRITTEN Tech expert journalist social medium commentator amateur cartoonist robotics fan Follow 211 211Tags Apple History Hotel

Trump’s D.C. Hotel Appears To Concede Election By Unblocking Hotel Rooms

Trump’s D.C. Hotel Appears To Concede Election By Unblocking Hotel Rooms The Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., had blocked off room bookings during inauguration week, but finally released them. President Donald Trump has yet to concede the election to Joe Biden, but it looks like his Washington, D.C., hotel is no longer holding its breath ― er, rooms. The Trump International Hotel had blocked rooms from being booked during Jan. 16–20, presumably in anticipation of his inauguration, according to 1100Pennsylvania.com, a newsletter by investigative journalist Zach Everson that details goings-on at the… https://www.reddit.com/live/1687w6jzbhrkp/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687wgng9le9h/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687wnktzckou/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687wty7t8nhs/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687x03btwdh0/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687x6kpai8x1/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687xcvgdiu0m/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687xj294b2wy/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687xpad0rsd1/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687xvngnwerq/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687y1v2lg9bf/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687y80fs3sq9/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687ylfv5t1ng/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687yrka4mlvx/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687yxqxdvd7g/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687z3z9vkojv/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687za7qwua90/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687zggh28le5/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687zmrovnra8/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1687zvntxa6e9/ https://www.reddit.com/live/168801vg7v23z/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1688082c77lxz/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16880h3dmv1uv/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16880nal8q3ws/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16880uq1lt3mp/ https://www.reddit.com/live/168811uywb8gq/ https://www.reddit.com/live/1688189gj12mo/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16881epeeut5z/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16881kun77x86/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16881tzwxn4lx/ https://www.reddit.com/live/168820fyeksvi/ https://www.reddit.com/live/168826nrnsnk8/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16882ddr2op3i/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16882jnxp9qnp/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16882pyh35tov/ https://www.reddit.com/live/16882wcjigbjl/

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2020-12-30 01:00:35.900000+00:00

['Trump', 'Elections', 'Hotel', 'Politics']

Title Trump’s DC Hotel Appears Concede Election Unblocking Hotel RoomsContent Trump’s DC Hotel Appears Concede Election Unblocking Hotel Rooms Trump International Hotel Washington DC blocked room booking inauguration week finally released President Donald Trump yet concede election Joe Biden look like Washington DC hotel longer holding breath ― er room Trump International Hotel blocked room booked Jan 16–20 presumably anticipation inauguration according 1100Pennsylvaniacom newsletter investigative journalist Zach Everson detail goingson the… httpswwwredditcomlive1687w6jzbhrkp httpswwwredditcomlive1687wgng9le9h httpswwwredditcomlive1687wnktzckou httpswwwredditcomlive1687wty7t8nhs httpswwwredditcomlive1687x03btwdh0 httpswwwredditcomlive1687x6kpai8x1 httpswwwredditcomlive1687xcvgdiu0m httpswwwredditcomlive1687xj294b2wy httpswwwredditcomlive1687xpad0rsd1 httpswwwredditcomlive1687xvngnwerq httpswwwredditcomlive1687y1v2lg9bf httpswwwredditcomlive1687y80fs3sq9 httpswwwredditcomlive1687ylfv5t1ng httpswwwredditcomlive1687yrka4mlvx httpswwwredditcomlive1687yxqxdvd7g httpswwwredditcomlive1687z3z9vkojv httpswwwredditcomlive1687za7qwua90 httpswwwredditcomlive1687zggh28le5 httpswwwredditcomlive1687zmrovnra8 httpswwwredditcomlive1687zvntxa6e9 httpswwwredditcomlive168801vg7v23z httpswwwredditcomlive1688082c77lxz httpswwwredditcomlive16880h3dmv1uv httpswwwredditcomlive16880nal8q3ws httpswwwredditcomlive16880uq1lt3mp httpswwwredditcomlive168811uywb8gq httpswwwredditcomlive1688189gj12mo httpswwwredditcomlive16881epeeut5z httpswwwredditcomlive16881kun77x86 httpswwwredditcomlive16881tzwxn4lx httpswwwredditcomlive168820fyeksvi httpswwwredditcomlive168826nrnsnk8 httpswwwredditcomlive16882ddr2op3i httpswwwredditcomlive16882jnxp9qnp httpswwwredditcomlive16882pyh35tov httpswwwredditcomlive16882wcjigbjlTags Trump Elections Hotel Politics

The Great Cross Caper.

The Great Cross Caper. Another Christmas in Gran Hotel Sula, Honduras. Photo by Mateus Campos Felipe on Unsplash The hotel had existed close to forty years. In the center of San Pedro Sula, Honduras. The growth of the city threatened to move away from the center, from the central park, from the hotel. Most modern cities seemed to undergo this same evolution. It had to do with going to newer places, less crime in the street, less choking traffic, Hotels nowadays preferred positioning right next to or being a part of the ultra-modern malls that seemed to pop up overnight. This was our case. The Sula, as they called our hotel lovingly. When we opened in ’69, we were the shining jewel of the city. Representing the most modern place, the place our local captains of commerce wished to have their daughters marry in. Often, local visitors lingered at the entranceway as the slow-moving traffic moved past on the boulevard. They hoped to get noticed. Sometimes, if a news reporter was looking for an easy last story and they happened to be at the entrance, they would photograph the visiting locals and ask them if they could mention them in the paper’s gossip column. That kind of place, back then. No longer. Now it was doing everything we could to continue drawing our slowly dwindling guest count. Most hotels go through this slow downward trend. Hoteliers use terms like ‘reached its peak maturity and now going down…’. They might describe a property as being in distress, but that’s for when a hotel really is in trouble. We were at a stage where we had to upgrade our hoteliering efforts. Sometimes this meant thinking out of the box. We weren’t quite at the ‘distress’ stage. We were at a point where guests no longer filled the hotel. The coffee shop continued to do landfall business and our Events department seemed to pump with a nuclear strength, fifty-two weddings a year, not counting all the many other social and commerce-related events, were nothing to scoff at. Competition of the likes of Hilton, Sheraton, Hyatt had come to town and had mostly absorbed our bread and butter trade: the business traveler. These guests traveled with virtually unlimited expense accounts. When arranging their travel plans with their secretaries they never failed to say: ‘I want the best and the newest…’ That was that just with those words they now cut us out. So we had to reinvent and come up with new ideas, strategies. Our hotel was not a big chain name. Independent operators compete against huge international chains. I don’t need to explain to you that a well-thought strategy is a must for a property to survive. I take some professional pleasure in saying: independent hotels has its manager and staff to do everything. Marketing, budgeting, accounting, recipe and menu design, purchasing, remodeling, modernizing, training, on and on. Chains have modules. Weak Marketing at the hotel in Buenos Aires? No sweat, they send a team from home office to teach the local staff what needs doing. Nothing wrong with this but it always amazed me just how little a local manager of say the Hilton knew about everyday hoteling. Boiler repair contacts in Mexico? Say what? Didn’t have a clue. They had headquarters to worry about all these things. These managers were glorified storekeepers walking around and are hopefully at least shaking guests’ hands. Yes, there are always exceptions. Every once in a while I’d come across the manager that was comfortable talking about the proper presentation for Croissants to gathering the resources for repairing the giant Kohler-Deisel plant in the basement. The exception. One idea that just came to me out of nowhere was a chapel! After quickly determining that one of the guestrooms on the second floor would convert perfectly to a chapel, and after some planning we got the space set up. Painted the walls a soft baby blue, white ceiling. We pulled out all the furnishings and our carpenter built a beautiful cedar altar. Several paintings with natural settings went up on the walls. These were views of nature, an ocean scene, some blue skies. After we brought in suitable chairs and after lining them up in neat rows, we were done! That quick. Christmas was just around the corner, so we decked the hotel out in decor. The staff outdid themselves every year decorating the place. The lobby held three beautifully decorated and lit up trees along with countless other Christmas things. Our Front desk looked more like it was a place to buy bright red poinsettias. From the day we opened its doors, the chapel was in constant use. An employee group asked me permission to hold weekly devotionals as long as it wasn’t on the clock. A group of local Christians wanted to have their weekly service in the chapel, after which they’d go to the coffee shop for a snack. Word got around that besides offering a wonderful wedding dinner and dance, we now included a chapel. Soon the couples started using the chapel for the solemn legal ceremonies. It was perfect for those couples who perhaps did not want to go through the very drawn out and time-consuming and costly routine of lining up a local church along with the clergy and Father. We also completed legal marriages ceremonies within the comforting confines of our chapel. Their parents, several family members, the lawyer representing the city’s municipality handling the legal documents were present, and it made for a perfect venue for this part of the marriage. Moments after the ceremony we’d roll in a pre-arranged cart full of snacks, hors d’oeuvres, coffee, and refreshments. Please notice that all I’ve mentioned here mostly are the local folks of which ninety-nine percent were catholic. The international missionaries who stayed at our hotel appreciated the chapel. Our missionary teams were often a combination of medical teams and a church organization. The arriving medical teams needed a place to store all their medical supplies, equipment, and the chapel worked perfectly. When teams were in, they would of course hold services in the chapel, often throughout the day! So it was at the very least interesting to me I’d heard, if not grumblings, then certainly commentary about the chapel. A week before I opened the chapel, I walked down to the massive cathedral just down the block in central park. The Catholic Church offered a completely stocked commissary of all things church-related including crosses, incense burners, incense, bibles, candle holders of all sizes, tapestry depicting the story of the Bible, and so on. It was there I bought what I thought to be the gemstone of the chapel. A beautifully detailed cross, at least two feet tall and Christ in his extreme agony nailed to the crossbeam. It was a piece of art, truly a thing of astonishment. It was with some pomp and circumstance, as much as can be mustered in dusty, burning hot, San Pedro Sula, that I helped install the cross above the altar. Though I am not a strong churchgoer, the moment took me. Some of my staff had tears, and all placed comforting hands on my shoulder as they filed out back to work. “No son, no, no, Oh dear, you can’t put Christ on the cross in a protestant chapel honey.” My Mother chuckled, adding: “Your Christian missionaries will have something to say about that, you’ll see.” I told her thanks for the advice, said our goodbyes, and hung up. As though someone heard her voice and as I was leaving my office that same evening, a voice called out to me. “Tom? Tom?” I turned to see one of my missionary regulars sitting comfortably in one of our plush lobby sofas. The early evening light glowed softly as it always did this time of day. “Hey, John. How are you, good to see you. Anything I can do for you?” John, a much older man, came to Honduras and worked for a global church organization with countless local groups. He was what I called a loner, and did not travel with a group. In our conversations, he’d said he’d been coming to Honduras since before we opened the hotel in ’69. He was like that guy in the Satanesque movies where the priest in the black frock, bible in hand, does battle to the death with the big bad guy himself. He wasn’t catholic, however. John was the kind of guest who could ask me to paint the hotel green, and I would. I shall refrain from saying what church in the US he came from so to avoid any unneeded flack. Were I to say how he dressed, many of you would know immediately what church he was from. John chuckled a warm rumble that rose from his chest. I swear he may have had a just barely visible halo. He said. “It’s a beautiful chapel, Tom, allow me to congratulate you,” He stopped, folded his hands over his lap, and continued: “There’s just one thing. The chapel is for your missionaries, most of them are protestant, Christians, Evangelicals if you will, that’s just fine. There’s just one thing. Christ isn’t on the cross in our churches.” “What’s that John?” having gotten my attention, and now hearing my Mom’s words again, I pulled up a chair. “Please explain.” Which he did. Very quickly he ‘reminded’ me because he was ‘sure’ I knew better, (which I sure as hell didn’t). “In a nutshell Thomas,” often he’d drop the Tom and used Thomas instead, “In a nutshell, it goes like this: the Catholics put an importance in the memory that he was human. Jesus was a human flesh and blood like us and God was the one that orchestrated everything that happened to Jesus. So if we take Jesus off the cross then we’re not getting the entire picture.” We grew quiet, the soft lobby Christmas music filling the comfortable space. The front desk just a few yards away, blinking in lights and busy with guests reaching for fresh-baked Christmas cookies. I smiled and thanked John. I assured him I needed to make a greater effort at understanding ‘the story’. My mother of course had tried her best to teach us kids about the birth of Christ. The solution was almost obvious. As we were servicing all forms of Christianity. Something we took very seriously. My accountant, a catholic (if not staunch), became a little miffed at what I did to fix the ‘problem’. He was a small, unassuming man with a hopeless string of a mustache and deathly afraid of social encounters. To have placed him out in the middle of my lobby to meet and greet our guests with welcome cocktails would have killed him. He also possessed a rich sense of humor, though all too often at the expense of ‘lower’ employees. This was my chance to get back at him. He was dead set against the chapel, expense and added work, and so on. A penny-pinching accountant, he was almost impossible to please, for which I was grateful. At times, though, it’s necessary to loosen up a bit. So I told him the chapel would need some representation. “What’s that, sir?” His attention suddenly on my next words. “When the groups arrive from the airport, I want you to welcome them at the entrance as representative of the chapel and explain its hours and how they can store supplies there, like that, okay? By the way, I’ve asked Mercedes to make a nice frock for you, like a church gown. Not quite like a minister but something that shows this is your role.” He looked like he’d just gotten the worst news possible. I’d done stuff like this with other staff, so he believed it. His eyes suddenly took on a look of fright, brows formed a high arc, anticipation of hell on earth. “What will I say, sir? I mean. How? Oh God, sir, I’m not so sure I can do this…” “Just think of how your wife will treat you, Roberto.” It was a hotel-wide fact that his wife had recently caught him red-handed with a happily willing fellow churchgoer, according to accounts one of those knees up on the pew sort of thing. His wife, who was a stunning beauty, threatened to put a knife into him before they calmed her down. In fact, this was 1993, right after the famous case of Bobbit, the wife who removed her husband’s penis for infidelity. The quiet joking around the hotel after the accountants' scandal was that Elena, his wife, was going to ‘Bobbitize’ him. She was a staunch lady of the church. So the joke was rather than ‘baptize’ him she’d ‘Bobbitize’ him, you got it… I assured him this involvement with the missionaries would bode well for him. His eyes reflected the line of thought. As though he realized an otherwise utterly impossible reprieve was being handed him on a gold platter. “Oh God Señor, I, I, don’t know but…” As for any potential upset concerning the cross, the ultimate solution was to do a quick switch of the crosses, one without the figure of Christ the other with depending on the church group, Christians and Protestants versus Catholics. Our carpenter had fashioned a beautiful cross of mahogany, without Jesus, and just as tall as the other for our missionaries. The altar doubled as a cabinet with plenty of space in which to respectfully place one or the other cross. Yes, there were the times where one group followed the previous minutes later, which called for some pretty deft handiwork switching the crosses. It worked wonderfully.

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['Tom Jacobson']

2020-12-28 04:30:04.606000+00:00

['Life', 'Honduras', 'Christmas', 'Humor', 'Hotels']

Title Great Cross CaperContent Great Cross Caper Another Christmas Gran Hotel Sula Honduras Photo Mateus Campos Felipe Unsplash hotel existed close forty year center San Pedro Sula Honduras growth city threatened move away center central park hotel modern city seemed undergo evolution going newer place le crime street le choking traffic Hotels nowadays preferred positioning right next part ultramodern mall seemed pop overnight case Sula called hotel lovingly opened ’69 shining jewel city Representing modern place place local captain commerce wished daughter marry Often local visitor lingered entranceway slowmoving traffic moved past boulevard hoped get noticed Sometimes news reporter looking easy last story happened entrance would photograph visiting local ask could mention paper’s gossip column kind place back longer everything could continue drawing slowly dwindling guest count hotel go slow downward trend Hoteliers use term like ‘reached peak maturity going down…’ might describe property distress that’s hotel really trouble stage upgrade hoteliering effort Sometimes meant thinking box weren’t quite ‘distress’ stage point guest longer filled hotel coffee shop continued landfall business Events department seemed pump nuclear strength fiftytwo wedding year counting many social commercerelated event nothing scoff Competition like Hilton Sheraton Hyatt come town mostly absorbed bread butter trade business traveler guest traveled virtually unlimited expense account arranging travel plan secretary never failed say ‘I want best newest…’ word cut u reinvent come new idea strategy hotel big chain name Independent operator compete huge international chain don’t need explain wellthought strategy must property survive take professional pleasure saying independent hotel manager staff everything Marketing budgeting accounting recipe menu design purchasing remodeling modernizing training Chains module Weak Marketing hotel Buenos Aires sweat send team home office teach local staff need Nothing wrong always amazed little local manager say Hilton knew everyday hoteling Boiler repair contact Mexico Say Didn’t clue headquarters worry thing manager glorified storekeeper walking around hopefully least shaking guests’ hand Yes always exception Every I’d come across manager comfortable talking proper presentation Croissants gathering resource repairing giant KohlerDeisel plant basement exception One idea came nowhere chapel quickly determining one guestroom second floor would convert perfectly chapel planning got space set Painted wall soft baby blue white ceiling pulled furnishing carpenter built beautiful cedar altar Several painting natural setting went wall view nature ocean scene blue sky brought suitable chair lining neat row done quick Christmas around corner decked hotel decor staff outdid every year decorating place lobby held three beautifully decorated lit tree along countless Christmas thing Front desk looked like place buy bright red poinsettia day opened door chapel constant use employee group asked permission hold weekly devotional long wasn’t clock group local Christians wanted weekly service chapel they’d go coffee shop snack Word got around besides offering wonderful wedding dinner dance included chapel Soon couple started using chapel solemn legal ceremony perfect couple perhaps want go drawn timeconsuming costly routine lining local church along clergy Father also completed legal marriage ceremony within comforting confines chapel parent several family member lawyer representing city’s municipality handling legal document present made perfect venue part marriage Moments ceremony we’d roll prearranged cart full snack hors d’oeuvres coffee refreshment Please notice I’ve mentioned mostly local folk ninetynine percent catholic international missionary stayed hotel appreciated chapel missionary team often combination medical team church organization arriving medical team needed place store medical supply equipment chapel worked perfectly team would course hold service chapel often throughout day least interesting I’d heard grumbling certainly commentary chapel week opened chapel walked massive cathedral block central park Catholic Church offered completely stocked commissary thing churchrelated including cross incense burner incense bible candle holder size tapestry depicting story Bible bought thought gemstone chapel beautifully detailed cross least two foot tall Christ extreme agony nailed crossbeam piece art truly thing astonishment pomp circumstance much mustered dusty burning hot San Pedro Sula helped install cross altar Though strong churchgoer moment took staff tear placed comforting hand shoulder filed back work “No son Oh dear can’t put Christ cross protestant chapel honey” Mother chuckled adding “Your Christian missionary something say you’ll see” told thanks advice said goodbye hung though someone heard voice leaving office evening voice called “Tom Tom” turned see one missionary regular sitting comfortably one plush lobby sofa early evening light glowed softly always time day “Hey John good see Anything you” John much older man came Honduras worked global church organization countless local group called loner travel group conversation he’d said he’d coming Honduras since opened hotel ’69 like guy Satanesque movie priest black frock bible hand battle death big bad guy wasn’t catholic however John kind guest could ask paint hotel green would shall refrain saying church US came avoid unneeded flack say dressed many would know immediately church John chuckled warm rumble rose chest swear may barely visible halo said “It’s beautiful chapel Tom allow congratulate you” stopped folded hand lap continued “There’s one thing chapel missionary protestant Christians Evangelicals that’s fine There’s one thing Christ isn’t cross churches” “What’s John” gotten attention hearing Mom’s word pulled chair “Please explain” quickly ‘reminded’ ‘sure’ knew better sure hell didn’t “In nutshell Thomas” often he’d drop Tom used Thomas instead “In nutshell go like Catholics put importance memory human Jesus human flesh blood like u God one orchestrated everything happened Jesus take Jesus cross we’re getting entire picture” grew quiet soft lobby Christmas music filling comfortable space front desk yard away blinking light busy guest reaching freshbaked Christmas cooky smiled thanked John assured needed make greater effort understanding ‘the story’ mother course tried best teach u kid birth Christ solution almost obvious servicing form Christianity Something took seriously accountant catholic staunch became little miffed fix ‘problem’ small unassuming man hopeless string mustache deathly afraid social encounter placed middle lobby meet greet guest welcome cocktail would killed also possessed rich sense humor though often expense ‘lower’ employee chance get back dead set chapel expense added work pennypinching accountant almost impossible please grateful time though it’s necessary loosen bit told chapel would need representation “What’s sir” attention suddenly next word “When group arrive airport want welcome entrance representative chapel explain hour store supply like okay way I’ve asked Mercedes make nice frock like church gown quite like minister something show role” looked like he’d gotten worst news possible I’d done stuff like staff believed eye suddenly took look fright brow formed high arc anticipation hell earth “What say sir mean Oh God sir I’m sure this…” “Just think wife treat Roberto” hotelwide fact wife recently caught redhanded happily willing fellow churchgoer according account one knee pew sort thing wife stunning beauty threatened put knife calmed fact 1993 right famous case Bobbit wife removed husband’s penis infidelity quiet joking around hotel accountant scandal Elena wife going ‘Bobbitize’ staunch lady church joke rather ‘baptize’ she’d ‘Bobbitize’ got it… assured involvement missionary would bode well eye reflected line thought though realized otherwise utterly impossible reprieve handed gold platter “Oh God Señor don’t know but…” potential upset concerning cross ultimate solution quick switch cross one without figure Christ depending church group Christians Protestants versus Catholics carpenter fashioned beautiful cross mahogany without Jesus tall missionary altar doubled cabinet plenty space respectfully place one cross Yes time one group followed previous minute later called pretty deft handiwork switching cross worked wonderfullyTags Life Honduras Christmas Humor Hotels

Best Property Management System (PMS) for your Hotel or Restaurant.

For hotels, finding the right software fit is especially important, because without a suitable software solution, you’re wasting time and money-big things that take you away from your customers and keep you from providing a stellar guest experience. While it’s always good to have options, sometimes they can seem overwhelming. Such is the case with Property Management Systems available online. With too many options, it can be difficult to make a choice! We thought we’d do the research for you, so it’s easier to find a PMS that best suits your budget and requirements. Using this information, you can understand which software is most user-friendly and delivers the most value for various types of hotels around the world. 1) OPERA Property Management System (PMS) At the core of the OPERA Enterprise Solution is the OPERA Property Management System (PMS). Designed to meet the varied requirements of any size property or property chain, OPERA PMS provides the tools to help you run your operation at a greater level of productivity and profitability than ever before. The application is configurable to your specific requirements making it easy to use and enabling you to obtain fast, accurate, up- to-the-minute information. OPERA’s Multi-Property functionality can help you dramatically reduce your hardware, software and labor expenses by running multiple properties off of a single database. Its design allows you to use a centralized database for multiple PMS installations. Centralized software and hardware make system support and upgrades easier by containing them to one central location. Properties can also realize labor efficiencies by sharing functions between properties including Reservations, Accounting, Sales and PBX. 2) IDS Next Best user friendly and budget friendly Hotel management software. Much popular in India & middle east. The Global Hospitality Technology Platform Provider IDS Next is a company to create solutions that assist hotels in increasing revenues, optimizing costs and above all, providing the ultimate guest experience. It offers highly integrated hotel management software, restaurant management software, central reservations, hotel channel management, mobile apps and mobile analytic solutions. IDS Next software and technology solutions have the trust of over 5000+ hotels in 45 countries spread across South Asia, South-East Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Oceania. A truly dedicated 24/7-support center ensures 98% retention of customers and unmatched customer satisfaction. 3) WINHMS WINHMS is the sole product of Winsar Infosoft Pvt. Ltd. which was founded in 2001. The software solution was developed out of the need for a high quality, flexible, comprehensively supported, cost effective alternate to the one major player in the industry. WINHMS combines over a decade of industry knowledge with the latest in technology to provide a cutting edge solution with a quick return on investment. With its origins and strengths in the Asian market sector WINHMS has gained a reputation over the past decade as a valuable partner to a large variety of local and international hotels and resorts WINHMS modules include property management, point of sale, central systems, accounting, inventory, loss prevention and internet reservation systems. Further details on our products and solutions can be found on the corresponding sections of our website. 4) Fidelio Fidelio is an ERP cloud computing tool that is accessible via the Internet which makes it easy to use from the office or on the road. Because Fidelio stores its data in the cloud, configurations and updates can be carried out without interruption or on-site assistance. Fidelio Version 8 is a fully integrated, flexible software package, designed to maximize the efficiency of hotel operations. The system contains all the functions for the daily operations of the hotel, including all aspects of hotel management and maintenance. It supports all the requirements of the hotel industry, from basic services to complete and luxury services. Basic features are: • Easy to use • Insight into the current state of occupancy and availability of all hotel facilities • Supports multilingualism, different currencies, different legal regulations • Navigation between screens • Graphic icons, pull — down menu • The possibility of calling for assistance — help for each operation • A large number of reports, statistics … • High security • Interface with POS system, Back Office, telephone management systems, door locking, fiscal devices.. 5) ORACLE MICROS “THE BEST” in Hospitality Oracle MICROS provides stable, reliable, and secure point of sale (POS) systems for restaurants, hotels, resorts, casinos, stadiums, arenas, cruise ships, transportation hubs, and retail stores around the globe. As a global leader in POS hardware, software, open integrations, and innovation, Oracle MICROS also maintains a 40-year tradition of excellence in consultation and support services for its cloud-based and on-premise POS customers across 180+ countries. 6) VENTO ePOS Best for Restaurant’s, Fully featured cloud-based PMS system with more than 500 customers in 11 countries world-wide. HotelTime Property Management System solution currently operates in properties as large as 400 rooms and as well as smaller properties with less than 50 rooms. It also enables chains with multiple properties to efficiently manage multi property operations. Fully Featured Complete real-time control of all your hotel operations including room sales, reservation status, check-ins, check-outs, invoicing, payments etc. with ‘anywhere/anytime’ instant access. Strong and Flexible reporting — HotelTime PMS contains complete managerial reporting such as revenue forecast, detailed analysis of occupancy including the achieved ADR and RevPAR index, report on occupancy per country or market segment of revenue. All reports can be exported to Excel/CSV Invoicing and Billing — The complete invoicing module contains records on all hotel-issued bills and invoices, with the option of controlling the payment status, as well as records on advance invoices, received invoices from suppliers, issued gift certificates and other forms of payments are available. Integrations — HotelTime easily connects to a wide range of external systems, including: door entry key card systems, accounting, central exchange, ePOS/POS, IPTV, heating systems, channel managers, revenue management systems and many more. Multi-property solution — With HotelTime multi-property access, chains and groups of hotels can share the database of guests, have instant mobile access to any property (subject to user-rights) and even set-up multi-property reporting

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2020-12-17 02:30:15.710000+00:00

['Property Management', 'Digital Marketing', 'Hotel', 'Restaurant', 'Software']

Title Best Property Management System PMS Hotel RestaurantContent hotel finding right software fit especially important without suitable software solution you’re wasting time moneybig thing take away customer keep providing stellar guest experience it’s always good option sometimes seem overwhelming case Property Management Systems available online many option difficult make choice thought we’d research it’s easier find PMS best suit budget requirement Using information understand software userfriendly delivers value various type hotel around world 1 OPERA Property Management System PMS core OPERA Enterprise Solution OPERA Property Management System PMS Designed meet varied requirement size property property chain OPERA PMS provides tool help run operation greater level productivity profitability ever application configurable specific requirement making easy use enabling obtain fast accurate totheminute information OPERA’s MultiProperty functionality help dramatically reduce hardware software labor expense running multiple property single database design allows use centralized database multiple PMS installation Centralized software hardware make system support upgrade easier containing one central location Properties also realize labor efficiency sharing function property including Reservations Accounting Sales PBX 2 IDS Next Best user friendly budget friendly Hotel management software Much popular India middle east Global Hospitality Technology Platform Provider IDS Next company create solution assist hotel increasing revenue optimizing cost providing ultimate guest experience offer highly integrated hotel management software restaurant management software central reservation hotel channel management mobile apps mobile analytic solution IDS Next software technology solution trust 5000 hotel 45 country spread across South Asia SouthEast Asia Africa Middle East Sri Lanka Maldives Oceania truly dedicated 247support center ensures 98 retention customer unmatched customer satisfaction 3 WINHMS WINHMS sole product Winsar Infosoft Pvt Ltd founded 2001 software solution developed need high quality flexible comprehensively supported cost effective alternate one major player industry WINHMS combine decade industry knowledge latest technology provide cutting edge solution quick return investment origin strength Asian market sector WINHMS gained reputation past decade valuable partner large variety local international hotel resort WINHMS module include property management point sale central system accounting inventory loss prevention internet reservation system detail product solution found corresponding section website 4 Fidelio Fidelio ERP cloud computing tool accessible via Internet make easy use office road Fidelio store data cloud configuration update carried without interruption onsite assistance Fidelio Version 8 fully integrated flexible software package designed maximize efficiency hotel operation system contains function daily operation hotel including aspect hotel management maintenance support requirement hotel industry basic service complete luxury service Basic feature • Easy use • Insight current state occupancy availability hotel facility • Supports multilingualism different currency different legal regulation • Navigation screen • Graphic icon pull — menu • possibility calling assistance — help operation • large number report statistic … • High security • Interface POS system Back Office telephone management system door locking fiscal device 5 ORACLE MICROS “THE BEST” Hospitality Oracle MICROS provides stable reliable secure point sale POS system restaurant hotel resort casino stadium arena cruise ship transportation hub retail store around globe global leader POS hardware software open integration innovation Oracle MICROS also maintains 40year tradition excellence consultation support service cloudbased onpremise POS customer across 180 country 6 VENTO ePOS Best Restaurant’s Fully featured cloudbased PMS system 500 customer 11 country worldwide HotelTime Property Management System solution currently operates property large 400 room well smaller property le 50 room also enables chain multiple property efficiently manage multi property operation Fully Featured Complete realtime control hotel operation including room sale reservation status checkins checkout invoicing payment etc ‘anywhereanytime’ instant access Strong Flexible reporting — HotelTime PMS contains complete managerial reporting revenue forecast detailed analysis occupancy including achieved ADR RevPAR index report occupancy per country market segment revenue report exported ExcelCSV Invoicing Billing — complete invoicing module contains record hotelissued bill invoice option controlling payment status well record advance invoice received invoice supplier issued gift certificate form payment available Integrations — HotelTime easily connects wide range external system including door entry key card system accounting central exchange ePOSPOS IPTV heating system channel manager revenue management system many Multiproperty solution — HotelTime multiproperty access chain group hotel share database guest instant mobile access property subject userrights even setup multiproperty reportingTags Property Management Digital Marketing Hotel Restaurant Software

Is Your Hotel Room Safe REALLY Safe to Use?

I was watching TV the other night and saw a teaser for a segment on the upcoming 11 o’clock news. The topic: whether or not your valuables are secure in your hotel room safe. As an avid traveler and someone who uses room safes myself, I made sure I tuned in to watch it so I could find out what their investigation uncovered and share it with you. Boy, am I glad I did! I was stunned, to say the least, at what I learned. Are your valuables safe in a hotel room safe? It turns out, no, not really. The TV news team went to 6 hotels across the country and rented hotel rooms. At each hotel, the “guest” put some valuables in the room safe and a little later, called the front desk and told them that they couldn’t retrieve their valuables because their safe wouldn’t open. Could the hotel please send someone to open it for them? At each place, a hotel employee showed up at the room and identified him/herself. After being let in, s/he went to work on the safe without asking the person who let them into the room for ID to make sure he/she was the registered guest. How long did it take the hotel employee to open the safe? In each case, the safe was opened in a matter of seconds. How did they open the safe without using the 4-digit code or the credit card that you used? It was surprisingly (and disturbingly) simple. Room safes can be opened 1 of 3 ways: With a master CODE With a master KEY, or With a master MAGNETIC CARD O.M.G. I was floored! I didn’t know any of this. On my recent vacation to Costa Rica, I used the room safe to lock up my valuables which included some cash, my laptop, and my passport. If someone decided to break into my room safe, s/he would have had more than just my physical valuables; s/he would have had my personal information (such as my full name and date of birth) that could potentially have been used to steal my identity. That would have been a mess, to say the very least. I am very grateful that the staff at both hotels were honest! If your valuables are stolen from your room safe, is the hotel liable? No. Just like with any belongings you keep in your room, the hotel is not liable for the loss or theft of items stored in the room safe. Any other advice? If you do opt to use the room safe, do not use a credit card to activate the safe. Credit card scanners can be switched out in order capture the credit card information of unsuspecting people like you and me. What options do you have for protecting your valuables? There are a few options: Use the room safe, with the full knowledge of the risk you are taking. Bring only what is necessary and keep it with you at all times — Bring your license, 1 or 2 credit cards, and your passport (if you are traveling to a foreign country) and keep them on you in your wallet, a travel person. Leave your valuables at home — Don’t bring expensive watches, your diamond engagement ring, or similar expensive items. You won’t need them and they could potentially make you a target for robbery or theft. Use a hotel safe deposit box, if available — Many hotels are removing room safes and are offering guests the option of using a safe deposit box located behind the front desk. If you use one of these safe deposit boxes and your valuable are stolen, the hotel would be liable for your loss. Now that you know this information, maybe you’ll think twice before using the safe in your hotel room. After all, you have no way of knowing how many hotel employees have access to one (or more) of the tools that could open it. Have YOU had any issues when using a safe in a hotel room?

https://medium.com/@ATravelingBroad/is-your-hotel-room-safe-really-safe-to-use-3450a626f7be

['Amy Stark', 'Aka A Traveling Broad']

2017-02-22 04:36:21.217000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotels', 'Accommodations', 'Hotel Accomodation']

Title Hotel Room Safe REALLY Safe UseContent watching TV night saw teaser segment upcoming 11 o’clock news topic whether valuable secure hotel room safe avid traveler someone us room safe made sure tuned watch could find investigation uncovered share Boy glad stunned say least learned valuable safe hotel room safe turn really TV news team went 6 hotel across country rented hotel room hotel “guest” put valuable room safe little later called front desk told couldn’t retrieve valuable safe wouldn’t open Could hotel please send someone open place hotel employee showed room identified himherself let went work safe without asking person let room ID make sure heshe registered guest long take hotel employee open safe case safe opened matter second open safe without using 4digit code credit card used surprisingly disturbingly simple Room safe opened 1 3 way master CODE master KEY master MAGNETIC CARD OMG floored didn’t know recent vacation Costa Rica used room safe lock valuable included cash laptop passport someone decided break room safe would physical valuable would personal information full name date birth could potentially used steal identity would mess say least grateful staff hotel honest valuable stolen room safe hotel liable like belonging keep room hotel liable loss theft item stored room safe advice opt use room safe use credit card activate safe Credit card scanner switched order capture credit card information unsuspecting people like option protecting valuable option Use room safe full knowledge risk taking Bring necessary keep time — Bring license 1 2 credit card passport traveling foreign country keep wallet travel person Leave valuable home — Don’t bring expensive watch diamond engagement ring similar expensive item won’t need could potentially make target robbery theft Use hotel safe deposit box available — Many hotel removing room safe offering guest option using safe deposit box located behind front desk use one safe deposit box valuable stolen hotel would liable loss know information maybe you’ll think twice using safe hotel room way knowing many hotel employee access one tool could open issue using safe hotel roomTags Travel Hotels Accommodations Hotel Accomodation

Petop Hotel Supply New Coming: Stainless Steel Temper-proof Soap Dispenser

The liquid soap dispenser has been the most popular choice in hotel bathrooms due to convenience and environmental friendly concept. Generally, hotels plan to replace the tiny bottles amenities with multi-use dispensers to reduce the plastic waste. About 440 billion pounds of solid waste every year produced in hospitality industry, including a great amount of soap and bottled amenities. In order to reduce plastic small bottles for hospitality industry, and pursue green development and plastic free implement, replacing with wall-mounted stainless steel soap liquid dispenser is becoming a popular trend. Many guests concern about the easy-open bottles on dispenser, worrying that anyone may put something bad into the shampoo, shower gel or conditioner. Our latest new design with lock on the dispenser guarantees the liquid safety and relief guests worries. The key locked soap liquid dispenser can only be opened by housekeeping staffs when they refill the shampoo, shower gel and hair conditioner. This stainless steel liquid dispenser is not only available for hotel guestroom use, also, commercial hand soap dispensers and sanitiser dispensers are widely popular for public and commercial washrooms. #hotel #resort #hotelsupply #hotelamenities #hoteltoiletries #soapdispenser #GBGE #ecofriendly #stainlesssteel #sanitiserdispenser #shampoodispenser

https://medium.com/@petophotelsupply/petop-hotel-supply-new-coming-stainless-steel-temper-proof-soap-dispenser-22c7a54a2d43

['Petop Hotel Supply']

2020-12-16 09:22:51.138000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Hospitality', 'Travel']

Title Petop Hotel Supply New Coming Stainless Steel Temperproof Soap DispenserContent liquid soap dispenser popular choice hotel bathroom due convenience environmental friendly concept Generally hotel plan replace tiny bottle amenity multiuse dispenser reduce plastic waste 440 billion pound solid waste every year produced hospitality industry including great amount soap bottled amenity order reduce plastic small bottle hospitality industry pursue green development plastic free implement replacing wallmounted stainless steel soap liquid dispenser becoming popular trend Many guest concern easyopen bottle dispenser worrying anyone may put something bad shampoo shower gel conditioner latest new design lock dispenser guarantee liquid safety relief guest worry key locked soap liquid dispenser opened housekeeping staff refill shampoo shower gel hair conditioner stainless steel liquid dispenser available hotel guestroom use also commercial hand soap dispenser sanitiser dispenser widely popular public commercial washroom hotel resort hotelsupply hotelamenities hoteltoiletries soapdispenser GBGE ecofriendly stainlesssteel sanitiserdispenser shampoodispenserTags Hotel Hospitality Travel

Day 22: A lone seeker

I like airports. I feel them as places where everybody has their wish granted. Going somewhere they imagined long time ago. Meeting someone they invited for holiday after not seeing them for too many years. Passengers going on the same plane are strangers, but they have the same goal. Everything is buzzing, yet it all seems like a calmed ant farm. All the shops, bars and restaurants make you feel like you’re in your own town. And especially I like bookstores. They are like reminiscences of the past, embracing our hungry soul, feeding us with curiosity, hugging us and sending us into the world richer, enlightened, wiser. I like hotels. I feel them as places where everybody is home for just a little while. There is always someone at the desk that says goodnight, always a good morning. I know it’s their job, but still, their nature is friendly, they try to be human as possible, they help through those rare moments when you’re not at home, yet you are. And especially I like their piano bars. Everyone is welcome there and no one is lonely, even if they come alone. Music is gentle, there is no rush, only slow movement of lost souls, trying to have a pleasant evening. I like cities in the evening. I feel people on long walks, exploring bright alleys. I hear distant chatter, music from the bars. I smell the food from the restaurants, taking me all over the world. Everything feels more peaceful. Everyone starts accepting reality that day is coming to an end. And especially I like people, wondering around like they in the city for the first time, trying to find where to go next to a dinner, party, hotel. Barcelona, November 2008 There are so many places in our lives where we are surrounded with people, but we feel so alone. And sometimes there are places, where we are alone on a journey, but feel so connected. Connected not only with complete strangers, but with their souls, their exploring spirits, their adventurous hearts. One of the hardest thing in the world is feeling lonely in a group of people. And one of the most beautiful thing is being one with lone seekers just like you. This post is a part of my 30 Days Writing Challenge. Wanna join me? ;)

https://medium.com/30-days-writing-challenge/day-22-a-lone-seeker-f17d10176e2e

['Matjaž Šircelj']

2016-12-21 22:29:41.830000+00:00

['Travel', 'Love', 'Airports', 'Hotels', 'Cities']

Title Day 22 lone seekerContent like airport feel place everybody wish granted Going somewhere imagined long time ago Meeting someone invited holiday seeing many year Passengers going plane stranger goal Everything buzzing yet seems like calmed ant farm shop bar restaurant make feel like you’re town especially like bookstore like reminiscence past embracing hungry soul feeding u curiosity hugging u sending u world richer enlightened wiser like hotel feel place everybody home little always someone desk say goodnight always good morning know it’s job still nature friendly try human possible help rare moment you’re home yet especially like piano bar Everyone welcome one lonely even come alone Music gentle rush slow movement lost soul trying pleasant evening like city evening feel people long walk exploring bright alley hear distant chatter music bar smell food restaurant taking world Everything feel peaceful Everyone start accepting reality day coming end especially like people wondering around like city first time trying find go next dinner party hotel Barcelona November 2008 many place life surrounded people feel alone sometimes place alone journey feel connected Connected complete stranger soul exploring spirit adventurous heart One hardest thing world feeling lonely group people one beautiful thing one lone seeker like post part 30 Days Writing Challenge Wanna join Tags Travel Love Airports Hotels Cities

How To Have A Budget Friendly Trip!

How To Have A Budget Friendly Trip! Want to plan a trip with your family, with a limited budget is somehow difficult! But, we are here to make your trip more interesting and enjoyable with your family and friends. There are many things that should be kept in mind before planning any trip. The budget is first and foremost thing that has to be planned. According to the budget, the plan is set up. If you have planned your budget and the destination then the next step is to search the hotels and compare hotel prices to get the best deal as per your budget. Cheap Hotel Price Comparison When you visit a new place with family or friends, your first need is to book a lounge or a hotel room, where you can stay and especially it will make you feel like home. To choose the best accommodation for the family is very necessary, the hotel stay somehow can also blow a hole in your pocket. So plan your trip wisely because if you have limited budget and if you’re planning a trip abroad, then plan your trip accordingly, as some people always think that booking and all can be easily done. So plan your hotel deal before hand because last minute hotel deals always spoil up your plans. Tips for planning the first international trip: If you are planning an international trip across the American borders, there are so many factors to consider. Should you book a hotel? Should you hire a guide or travel on your own? Is it safe to use the credit card? And many other things which are kept in mind while planning abroad trip. • Choose the best destination: Also plan the trip to those destinations where you are some or the other way familiar with or uses native language. In some cases it is also considered as the risk taker. This doesn’t mean that you should restrict yourself to English speaking countries. For example- if you are planning a trip to Germany and the people uses the language German, so have to struggle a lot to interact with people and tell your problem. • Research: Before planning a trip, research about the place you’re planning your trips, destination and specially hotels where you want to stay and all other useful information should be analysis at the time of planning your trip. • Make beforehand reservations: Once you are exactly sure about where you want to go, where you want to stay, make your reservation! Like if you plan your ticket to Germany search hotels in Germany. Search best hotel for your stay and book the hotel where you feel comfortable and under your budget or decide the flight and confirm your reservation beforehand. Find Cheap Hotel Deals • Avoid the worst cases: If you will plan or imagine in the worst case, then only good things happen, like to keep all your important documents or you can also click the photo of the documents, and keep it to yourself. In case if your documents are lost or misplaced the backup will help you in your trip. Everywhere around the globe, you can find the best hotels, just like you can search the best hotels in New York City using your Smartphone.

https://medium.com/@Ericknelson/how-to-have-a-budget-friendly-trip-42cc30d45986

['Erick Nelson']

2015-11-24 17:14:55.126000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotels']

Title Budget Friendly TripContent Budget Friendly Trip Want plan trip family limited budget somehow difficult make trip interesting enjoyable family friend many thing kept mind planning trip budget first foremost thing planned According budget plan set planned budget destination next step search hotel compare hotel price get best deal per budget Cheap Hotel Price Comparison visit new place family friend first need book lounge hotel room stay especially make feel like home choose best accommodation family necessary hotel stay somehow also blow hole pocket plan trip wisely limited budget you’re planning trip abroad plan trip accordingly people always think booking easily done plan hotel deal hand last minute hotel deal always spoil plan Tips planning first international trip planning international trip across American border many factor consider book hotel hire guide travel safe use credit card many thing kept mind planning abroad trip • Choose best destination Also plan trip destination way familiar us native language case also considered risk taker doesn’t mean restrict English speaking country example planning trip Germany people us language German struggle lot interact people tell problem • Research planning trip research place you’re planning trip destination specially hotel want stay useful information analysis time planning trip • Make beforehand reservation exactly sure want go want stay make reservation Like plan ticket Germany search hotel Germany Search best hotel stay book hotel feel comfortable budget decide flight confirm reservation beforehand Find Cheap Hotel Deals • Avoid worst case plan imagine worst case good thing happen like keep important document also click photo document keep case document lost misplaced backup help trip Everywhere around globe find best hotel like search best hotel New York City using SmartphoneTags Travel Hotels

Book Online Resorts In Ladakh

Book Online Resorts In Ladakh Book Online Resorts InLadakh — A Part Of A Perfect Tour Planning! LehLadakh is a famous tourists spot for its enchanting beauty, snowy peaks, natural elements, friendly people and a unique culture. Vacationers love to explore the treks and other famous attractions of this place as every attraction of Leh speaks for its excellence and mesmerizes tourists always. Considering the exclusive exquisiteness of Leh, vacationers in large numbers head towards this spot at different times in a year. So, if you plan a tour to Leh this holiday season, then first book online resorts in Ladakh to add convenience and more delight in your tour experience. What To See In Ladakh – Ladakh is a prominent region in J&K; hence, it has several things worth visiting for tourists. Leh is the most frequented spot in Ladakh that attracts most of the Ladakh visitors to it for its historical monuments like Buddhist monasteries, great treks, appealing snow valleys, a wonderful night life, adventurous activities, chilling weather and much more. So, when you are here in LehLadakh, don’t forget to visit around tourists spots like Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Thiksey&HemisMonstery, Stok Palace, Chamba temple, War Mueseum, Victory Tower, Zorawar Fort etc. All of these places hold historical, religious or traditional importance in Ladakh. So, visiting these attractions means you have perceived the culture of this place a bit. What To Do In Ladakh Tour – Ladakh which comprises of rocky terrain has a great scope for several adventurous activities like jeep safari, trekking, mountain biking, river rafting, skiing etc. All of these activities add thrill and adventure to the lives of vacationers. Trying out these activities, you can find the best tour experience in Ladakh. For making your tour memorable by adding good and positive energy to it, you should not forget to book online resorts in Ladakh prior to heading to this place.

https://medium.com/@jamesmartel496/book-online-resorts-in-ladakh-193abba72240

['James Martel']

2016-12-15 17:34:05.648000+00:00

['Travel', 'India', 'Hotel', 'Resorts']

Title Book Online Resorts LadakhContent Book Online Resorts Ladakh Book Online Resorts InLadakh — Part Perfect Tour Planning LehLadakh famous tourist spot enchanting beauty snowy peak natural element friendly people unique culture Vacationers love explore trek famous attraction place every attraction Leh speaks excellence mesmerizes tourist always Considering exclusive exquisiteness Leh vacationer large number head towards spot different time year plan tour Leh holiday season first book online resort Ladakh add convenience delight tour experience See Ladakh – Ladakh prominent region JK hence several thing worth visiting tourist Leh frequented spot Ladakh attracts Ladakh visitor historical monument like Buddhist monastery great trek appealing snow valley wonderful night life adventurous activity chilling weather much LehLadakh don’t forget visit around tourist spot like Shanti Stupa Leh Palace ThikseyHemisMonstery Stok Palace Chamba temple War Mueseum Victory Tower Zorawar Fort etc place hold historical religious traditional importance Ladakh visiting attraction mean perceived culture place bit Ladakh Tour – Ladakh comprises rocky terrain great scope several adventurous activity like jeep safari trekking mountain biking river rafting skiing etc activity add thrill adventure life vacationer Trying activity find best tour experience Ladakh making tour memorable adding good positive energy forget book online resort Ladakh prior heading placeTags Travel India Hotel Resorts

A Dedicated Social Media Hotel, Yes It’s True #SocialWave @SolWaveHouse

A couple of weeks ago we brought you a story about a hotel that would offer users of Instagram a free nights stay if they had over 50K followers. Today we bring you a story of a hotel dedicated to social media and Twitter. Sol Wave House Majorca is the “first Tweet Experience Hotel in the world.” as they put it whereby users can Tweet what they need and a team of staff will attend to the users needs. The hotel has specific places throughout where people can snap a selfie and post to their networks. To keep users Tweets and private locations private users log into the hotel WiFi and connect to a specially designed app that only they and hotel staff can use and see. ITB would only be too happy to come out and experience the hotel first hand should any PR people be reading this…..seriously we would :-) The Sol Wave House has rooms from €70 and features some of the below highlights. Privileged location right on the beach Free WIFI Meet people, make friends, and have fun in our new #SocialWave community Join up with friends to enjoy the #PartySuite, and discover a totally unique experience Try Flowboarding in our incredible wave pools Enjoy the magnificent terrace with 2 pools, an infinity pool with sea views and direct beach access Relax and connect with new friends in our 14 Balinese beds and jacuzzi Visit the #SocialWave with guest DJs, Friday #PartySuite and many other activities Guaranteed fun for all of our guests with the Sol Katmandu FUN PASS FIRST LIFESTYLE DESTINATION IN MALLORCA Discover an unprecedented combination of unique lifestyle accommodation in Mallorca: fun and casual atmosphere; exciting experiences; sport and shows; open-air parties; live music… all in the most contemporary ambience with bars, restaurants, and clothes and surf accessory stores with the leading brands The area also provides great facilities for sports and water sports, 5 golf courses, shops, restaurants, bars and pubs, shows and nearby attractions such as Katmandu ParkTM, The Pirate Show, Marineland,… The region of Calvià where the Sol Wave House is located also offers an endless choice of cycling and hiking routes, and all the cultural, culinary and historical attractions of Mallorca Visit

https://irelandstechnologyblog.com/a-dedicated-social-media-hotel-yes-its-true-socialwave-solwavehouse-5730e60aca6b

["Ireland'S Technology Blog"]

2016-09-14 21:43:51.173000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Holiday', 'Social']

Title Dedicated Social Media Hotel Yes It’s True SocialWave SolWaveHouseContent couple week ago brought story hotel would offer user Instagram free night stay 50K follower Today bring story hotel dedicated social medium Twitter Sol Wave House Majorca “first Tweet Experience Hotel world” put whereby user Tweet need team staff attend user need hotel specific place throughout people snap selfie post network keep user Tweets private location private user log hotel WiFi connect specially designed app hotel staff use see ITB would happy come experience hotel first hand PR people reading this…seriously would Sol Wave House room €70 feature highlight Privileged location right beach Free WIFI Meet people make friend fun new SocialWave community Join friend enjoy PartySuite discover totally unique experience Try Flowboarding incredible wave pool Enjoy magnificent terrace 2 pool infinity pool sea view direct beach access Relax connect new friend 14 Balinese bed jacuzzi Visit SocialWave guest DJs Friday PartySuite many activity Guaranteed fun guest Sol Katmandu FUN PASS FIRST LIFESTYLE DESTINATION MALLORCA Discover unprecedented combination unique lifestyle accommodation Mallorca fun casual atmosphere exciting experience sport show openair party live music… contemporary ambience bar restaurant clothes surf accessory store leading brand area also provides great facility sport water sport 5 golf course shop restaurant bar pub show nearby attraction Katmandu ParkTM Pirate Show Marineland… region Calvià Sol Wave House located also offer endless choice cycling hiking route cultural culinary historical attraction Mallorca VisitTags Hotel Holiday Social

Hire Hotel Booking System Development Companies in India.

Hire Hotel Booking System Development Companies in India. Travel Technology Solutions Hotel Reservation System is a multi-lingual, web based online reservation system for travel management companies. This online reservation system comes with B2C (Business to Customers) and B2B (Business to Business) modules to cater end clients and agents as well. The hotel reservation system is compatible with 23 hotel xmls including GTA, Kuoni, Hotelbeds, Tourico, Travco, Special Tours, HotelsPro, Path Finder, Miki Travels, Sun Hotels, Darina Holidays, DOTW, Asian trials and Versys. There are a few clear and sustainable advantages of hotel reservation systems - To create customer loyalty by getting smart, innovated online travel portals and mobile apps that bring forth value for the customer. To facilitate research and purchase of your travel products online Some reasons for developing a hotel software and mobile app, are the following Travellers get high on top hotel portals and mobile apps Creating online hotel portal mobile shopping app is relatively easy with a good travel portal development company Many of the retailers already have a mobile app, which are creating a better brand recall While the penetration of mobile devices, is rising in an incredible manner, a mobile retail application is literally indispensable to your hotel as well. Mobile hotel commerce has come to stay and will grow to gigantic proportions in the coming years. Travel & hospitality companies cannot afford not having a mobile-optimized website and a mobile app of their own. A professional hotel software development company can help the retailer to gain today’s mobile buyer interest, loyalty and shopping power. Today’s consumers who are infused with the mobile mindset want to access on their mobile devices the shopping list they created online, order products, or see peer reviews. With online hotel reservation systems, end users are benefitted in having great deals across the globe. Key Benefits of Hotel Reservation Systems: • Exclusive emphasis on web-based automated software, no hardware is needed. • High flexibility — ascendable and robust platform. • Reasonable price package — pay as you use with SaaS model. • Rapid to launch, easy to use — spontaneous user interface and comprehensive modules.

https://medium.com/@provabtech/hire-hotel-booking-system-development-companies-in-india-bc10075e40fb

['Provab Technosoft']

2016-12-12 10:39:30.134000+00:00

['Travel Technology', 'Travel', 'Hotel', 'Dubai', 'Saudi Arabia']

Title Hire Hotel Booking System Development Companies IndiaContent Hire Hotel Booking System Development Companies India Travel Technology Solutions Hotel Reservation System multilingual web based online reservation system travel management company online reservation system come B2C Business Customers B2B Business Business module cater end client agent well hotel reservation system compatible 23 hotel xmls including GTA Kuoni Hotelbeds Tourico Travco Special Tours HotelsPro Path Finder Miki Travels Sun Hotels Darina Holidays DOTW Asian trial Versys clear sustainable advantage hotel reservation system create customer loyalty getting smart innovated online travel portal mobile apps bring forth value customer facilitate research purchase travel product online reason developing hotel software mobile app following Travellers get high top hotel portal mobile apps Creating online hotel portal mobile shopping app relatively easy good travel portal development company Many retailer already mobile app creating better brand recall penetration mobile device rising incredible manner mobile retail application literally indispensable hotel well Mobile hotel commerce come stay grow gigantic proportion coming year Travel hospitality company cannot afford mobileoptimized website mobile app professional hotel software development company help retailer gain today’s mobile buyer interest loyalty shopping power Today’s consumer infused mobile mindset want access mobile device shopping list created online order product see peer review online hotel reservation system end user benefitted great deal across globe Key Benefits Hotel Reservation Systems • Exclusive emphasis webbased automated software hardware needed • High flexibility — ascendable robust platform • Reasonable price package — pay use SaaS model • Rapid launch easy use — spontaneous user interface comprehensive modulesTags Travel Technology Travel Hotel Dubai Saudi Arabia

A Hotel Review of: Marina Bay Sands (Deluxe Room)

In October, I had the chance to stay in one of Singapore’s most iconic hotels — Marina Bay Sands! Situated on top of Bayfront MRT Station and The Shoppes, this is a landmark, no tourist should miss! Night view of Marina Bay Sands When walking in the 3 tower long building, we were stunned by the interiors of the lobby. Due to the long crowds at the Check In counters, we were invited to use the VIP check in lane. After a short 15 minutes wait, we were attended to by the friendly check in staff and was off to our rooms pretty fast. Deluxe Twin Room (Gardens View) We were assigned to a room at the third tower of the massive structure. (Take note that the walk from the first tower to the last can be tiring) Due to safe distancing measures (We stayed during the COVID period), there were 2 Safe Distancing staff stationed at each entrance of the towers to make sure that there would not be more than 5 guest (including visitors) in one room at any point in time. Do note that all unregistered guest must leave the room by 10pm. Honestly, I felt that the rooms were very old. However, there were a few slightly more modern touches (like the lights) which help make the room nicer. View from our Deluxe Twin Room Do you remember seeing the long surfboard like structure spanning the top of all three towers? That’s where the swimming pool is! View from the rooftop Infinity Pool You may think that the pool stretches across all three towers. However, the answer is no! In fact, the pools are segregated into 3, with a mini kids pool at one end of the “surfboard” (if I’m not wrong). Unfortunately due to the pandemic, reservations for the infinity pool has to be made in advance to control the crowd. All food and beverages would have to be consumed within the first 30 minutes of your timeslot. If you do not feel like swimming, you can always relax on one of their many lounge chairs too! Note: There is also a jacuzzi on the other side of the swimming pool with great views of Gardens by the Bay! View of Marina Bay Sands from Gardens by the Bay All in all, I really enjoyed my stay at the Marina Bay Sands. However, my gripe with it was that the location is not exactly ideal if you wish to walk to the area of Suntec City or Orchard (where most people would normally go for shopping) and the rooms weren’t the best. But, you could easily take the train from Bayfront to Esplanade or Orchard respectively! For a nicer room, you could also pay to upgrade to a Premier Room instead, with a slightly bigger room and more modern interiors (though they may not be cheap). Even though I enjoyed my stay, I am not sure if the price post COVID would be justifiable for the type of room and location. Well, we can only wait and see, i guess.

https://medium.com/@clarencetay787/a-hotel-review-of-marina-bay-sands-deluxe-room-95fff16a673d

[]

2020-12-30 07:33:14.388000+00:00

['Staycation', 'Singapore', 'Hotel']

Title Hotel Review Marina Bay Sands Deluxe RoomContent October chance stay one Singapore’s iconic hotel — Marina Bay Sands Situated top Bayfront MRT Station Shoppes landmark tourist miss Night view Marina Bay Sands walking 3 tower long building stunned interior lobby Due long crowd Check counter invited use VIP check lane short 15 minute wait attended friendly check staff room pretty fast Deluxe Twin Room Gardens View assigned room third tower massive structure Take note walk first tower last tiring Due safe distancing measure stayed COVID period 2 Safe Distancing staff stationed entrance tower make sure would 5 guest including visitor one room point time note unregistered guest must leave room 10pm Honestly felt room old However slightly modern touch like light help make room nicer View Deluxe Twin Room remember seeing long surfboard like structure spanning top three tower That’s swimming pool View rooftop Infinity Pool may think pool stretch across three tower However answer fact pool segregated 3 mini kid pool one end “surfboard” I’m wrong Unfortunately due pandemic reservation infinity pool made advance control crowd food beverage would consumed within first 30 minute timeslot feel like swimming always relax one many lounge chair Note also jacuzzi side swimming pool great view Gardens Bay View Marina Bay Sands Gardens Bay really enjoyed stay Marina Bay Sands However gripe location exactly ideal wish walk area Suntec City Orchard people would normally go shopping room weren’t best could easily take train Bayfront Esplanade Orchard respectively nicer room could also pay upgrade Premier Room instead slightly bigger room modern interior though may cheap Even though enjoyed stay sure price post COVID would justifiable type room location Well wait see guessTags Staycation Singapore Hotel

Philoxenia — Hotelia — Polis

Philoxenia — Hotelia — Polis The increasing rise of Greek tourism followed this year by the exhibitions of PHILOXENIA, HOTELIA and POLIS. Those exhibitions took part from 12 to 15 of November at the premises of the International Exhibition Center of Thessaloniki. Based on the official data from Helexpo overall increase in visitors was 17%. As every year, this year in addition to these three exhibitions were a lot of parallel events three of which stood out due to the large influx of visitors to them. Spotlight singled conference titled Destination Thessaloniki, the event entitled The Art of Drinking Coffee and Spirit and the DPOINT Hotel Village. Those three exhibitions were based on its attendance mainly to trade visitors. Compared to last year’s Philoxenia 2014, the report showed an increase in visitors of 17%, while Hotelia exposure of 95%. More than 3,000 scheduled appointments between exhibitors and 107 foreign guest trade visitors held during the exhibition. The foreign guest trade visitors came from 32 different countries. The number of Philoxenia exhibitors this year was 351. The last year the number of the exhibitors of Philoxenia was 232 and the premises covering was to ¼ bigger than the last year’s event. The exhibitors of Hotelia this yaer were 157. The last year the exhibitors of Hotelia were 141. In this year’s exhibitions as it was expected, were present all the tourism operators of the city of Thessaloniki. All the Hotels of Thessaloniki City either by exhibitors or by visitors representatives left their mark. As it was expected from this year’s events could not be missed by the hotel ad Imperial Palace which is one of the most representative hotels in the center of Thessaloniki. The hotel a.d. Imperial Palace was represented by two members of his administration. The purpose of the above action was the new relationships and the further promotion of both the hotel and its services and the tourist product of Thessaloniki at the specialized tourism professionals. Representatives of the hotel came into contact with many different tourist organizations noting the increasing strengthening of the tourism profile of the city of Thessaloniki.

https://medium.com/@ImperialThess/philoxenia-hotelia-polis-3705e57aa266

['A.D. Imperial Palace']

2015-12-29 20:57:18.104000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotels', 'Exhibition']

Title Philoxenia — Hotelia — PolisContent Philoxenia — Hotelia — Polis increasing rise Greek tourism followed year exhibition PHILOXENIA HOTELIA POLIS exhibition took part 12 15 November premise International Exhibition Center Thessaloniki Based official data Helexpo overall increase visitor 17 every year year addition three exhibition lot parallel event three stood due large influx visitor Spotlight singled conference titled Destination Thessaloniki event entitled Art Drinking Coffee Spirit DPOINT Hotel Village three exhibition based attendance mainly trade visitor Compared last year’s Philoxenia 2014 report showed increase visitor 17 Hotelia exposure 95 3000 scheduled appointment exhibitor 107 foreign guest trade visitor held exhibition foreign guest trade visitor came 32 different country number Philoxenia exhibitor year 351 last year number exhibitor Philoxenia 232 premise covering ¼ bigger last year’s event exhibitor Hotelia yaer 157 last year exhibitor Hotelia 141 year’s exhibition expected present tourism operator city Thessaloniki Hotels Thessaloniki City either exhibitor visitor representative left mark expected year’s event could missed hotel ad Imperial Palace one representative hotel center Thessaloniki hotel ad Imperial Palace represented two member administration purpose action new relationship promotion hotel service tourist product Thessaloniki specialized tourism professional Representatives hotel came contact many different tourist organization noting increasing strengthening tourism profile city ThessalonikiTags Travel Hotels Exhibition

Branded watches and jewelleries at great discounts in UK

Branded watches and jewelleries at great discounts in UK A branded watch or jewellery represents success. When a person wears something expensive, adorable and trendy at the same time, he or she is looked upon with respect. These products not only symbolise dignity, but also add stars to the personality of who wears them. In this world, wearing luxury watches or accessories is a trend. That is undeniable fact that no one in general can resist products from top brands. Even a hundred ordinary products cannot make for one single branded product. And that’s why they are in great demand and customers from all over the world want to get hold of them as precious collections. It is not that the luxury and branded products are priced high just because they are from a reputed brand. They have touches from international designers and boast of superior technologies, which make them precious in every way. One common issue faced by the fans of the biggest brands is the price involved with the products. No doubt the well to do customers can purchase these luxurious items at will; but the average customers sometimes have to get their desires crushed when the economy is not helping much. This is very tragic! There is a solution. Certain online pawn shop outlets let these enthusiastic fans purchase great discounted products from the top brands around the world. Especially in a country like UK, purchasing DKNY watches online at great discounts from online pawn shops is quite possible. It is really possible to get products that are a little old, but in great shape and with a warranty. For instance these online stores have Rolex watches, branded accessories and Jewellery from Thomas Sabo all sold at super rebates. It is only a matter of time before you make up your mind and complete your collection.

https://medium.com/@CharlesFish/branded-watches-and-jewelleries-at-great-discounts-in-uk-111b9c4b672e

['Charles Fish']

2015-11-11 09:52:39.078000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotel']

Title Branded watch jewellery great discount UKContent Branded watch jewellery great discount UK branded watch jewellery represents success person wear something expensive adorable trendy time looked upon respect product symbolise dignity also add star personality wear world wearing luxury watch accessory trend undeniable fact one general resist product top brand Even hundred ordinary product cannot make one single branded product that’s great demand customer world want get hold precious collection luxury branded product priced high reputed brand touch international designer boast superior technology make precious every way One common issue faced fan biggest brand price involved product doubt well customer purchase luxurious item average customer sometimes get desire crushed economy helping much tragic solution Certain online pawn shop outlet let enthusiastic fan purchase great discounted product top brand around world Especially country like UK purchasing DKNY watch online great discount online pawn shop quite possible really possible get product little old great shape warranty instance online store Rolex watch branded accessory Jewellery Thomas Sabo sold super rebate matter time make mind complete collectionTags Travel Hotel

Changes in the Hotel Industry

“Today,” says Mr Marriott, “guests check in, they go to their room, drop their stuff. Then they go back to the lobby and hang out with friends or work on their computer.” As a result, lobby designs must now accommodate what he calls “this new desire to connect”. Take Courtyard, for example, one of the company’s cheaper brands. “In an old Courtyard hotel, two or three years ago, there was nothing going on in the lobby,” says Mr Marriott. “Today we have a bistro. And we have a lot of cubby places where people can get together.” Bill Marriott has spent 60 years working for his family hotel group and talked to The Economist about how he’s seen the industry change. Besides making the lobby a more exciting place to hang out, Marriott says they’ve made desks smaller in hotel rooms to provide more space and because people just like working from bed. Also: guests don’t really use the closet and just grab things from their suitcases on the luggage rack. The not unpacking of the suitcase is definitely true (for me at least). All of the hotels I’ve stayed at in the last two years were for weddings, and the main reasons for hanging out in the lobby were because it was the place that made the most sense to meet before heading out, and because they were always handing out free cookies. Suggestion to hotels: more free cookies, please. Photo: Philip

https://medium.com/the-billfold/changes-in-the-hotel-industry-53e2d4383214

['Mike Dang']

2015-12-09 19:14:33.233000+00:00

['Hotels', 'Cookies']

Title Changes Hotel IndustryContent “Today” say Mr Marriott “guests check go room drop stuff go back lobby hang friend work computer” result lobby design must accommodate call “this new desire connect” Take Courtyard example one company’s cheaper brand “In old Courtyard hotel two three year ago nothing going lobby” say Mr Marriott “Today bistro lot cubby place people get together” Bill Marriott spent 60 year working family hotel group talked Economist he’s seen industry change Besides making lobby exciting place hang Marriott say they’ve made desk smaller hotel room provide space people like working bed Also guest don’t really use closet grab thing suitcase luggage rack unpacking suitcase definitely true least hotel I’ve stayed last two year wedding main reason hanging lobby place made sense meet heading always handing free cooky Suggestion hotel free cooky please Photo PhilipTags Hotels Cookies

What We Want And Need Now In Hospitality Industry?

As technology is growing immensely, the desire and requirement of customers in hospitality industry keep on changing. Nowadays smartphones have become an essential part of everyday life. Now no longer customers want to call and make advanced booking; in this mobile world just with a few clicks anyone can easily access to the list of hotels and book their favorite one. By moving one step forward, the hospitality industries are providing best customer care facility and efficient operation system with the mobile apps. These apps are revolutionizing how customers interact with their favorite hotels and customizing the customer’s experience. In many aspects hospitality industry is growing wider and need to grow more to satisfy the customer needs. The Current Needs & Wants in the Hospitality Industry Let’s have a look on what customer need in hospitality industry. More preference for Guests Service Nowadays customers are becoming very clever; if they want to book any hotel/restaurant then they simply surf in search engines. As digitally enabled customers expect hotels to have more personalized services. As a result hoteliers need to improve personalization service from booking experience to till their personal services like food, cleanliness and refreshments. So hoteliers who provide mobile-centric personalization services will be in the top brands of choice for the guests. Along with these, hotels should also look after the overall experience of the guests like including the information about the coolest local places. This simple tactic may lead to attract more customers and gain more profit. No Need of Luxury Environment Hotel Industry has barely changed over the few decades. Now no modern traveler look for white linen service, bell-boys to carry luggage and luxury lobby, they want to feel completely home attire and satisfied with the hotel lobby where they can sit and have coffee surrounded with the likeminded people. The new era is all about providing the best experience rather than flaunting wealth. Modern travelers don’t prefer for corporate setting, but they want an environment where they can interact with the new people. So make the luxury in a simple way. Smart Check-In No one wants to wait in a huge queue to get the room key for check-in. In the advanced technology, room check-in has become smarter way. With the radio frequency identification technology, customers can get the message about the room number on a planned day and on the arrival day the guest proceed to that room and the keycard will open the door. So this smart way can build good relationship with your customers. Here have a look on what customer want in hospitality industry. Using Smartphone in a Smarter Way Each one of us are much more addicted to smartphones, this smart gadget gives a better opportunity to hospitality industry to improve customer service. With a single touch smartphone can give access to everything from food to shopping and much more. So hospitality industry can make use of mobile apps to change the way people plan their vacations. Customers can easily have a look on their favorite restaurant service instead of seeking for the multiple restaurants and can receive event updates via push notification. In this way smartphone can be used in a smarter way to attract your customers. Social Media Presence Even though social media presence is crucial in hospitality industry, but FaceBook is the popular platform for check-ins and reviews for hotels. Posting attractive images and sharing the videos, real stories, interesting blogs and reviews these can create a brand name for your businesses and customers can easily get to know about your restaurant in a single click. So restaurants and hotels should not miss this opportunity in order to share interesting photos of their services as well as the facilities. Hoteliers should choose their social media platform carefully based on their targeted audience, rather than simply joining all groups. For More Details Contact Us : Address: 795 Folsom Street, 1st Floor, San Francisco, California, 94107 Phone: 866–722–5538 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.elisthunter.com/

https://medium.com/@jayewilliams/what-we-want-and-need-now-in-hospitality-industry-4602d9e2f4cf

[]

2016-12-27 03:56:51.592000+00:00

['Tech', 'Hotel', 'Email Marketing']

Title Want Need Hospitality IndustryContent technology growing immensely desire requirement customer hospitality industry keep changing Nowadays smartphones become essential part everyday life longer customer want call make advanced booking mobile world click anyone easily access list hotel book favorite one moving one step forward hospitality industry providing best customer care facility efficient operation system mobile apps apps revolutionizing customer interact favorite hotel customizing customer’s experience many aspect hospitality industry growing wider need grow satisfy customer need Current Needs Wants Hospitality Industry Let’s look customer need hospitality industry preference Guests Service Nowadays customer becoming clever want book hotelrestaurant simply surf search engine digitally enabled customer expect hotel personalized service result hotelier need improve personalization service booking experience till personal service like food cleanliness refreshment hotelier provide mobilecentric personalization service top brand choice guest Along hotel also look overall experience guest like including information coolest local place simple tactic may lead attract customer gain profit Need Luxury Environment Hotel Industry barely changed decade modern traveler look white linen service bellboy carry luggage luxury lobby want feel completely home attire satisfied hotel lobby sit coffee surrounded likeminded people new era providing best experience rather flaunting wealth Modern traveler don’t prefer corporate setting want environment interact new people make luxury simple way Smart CheckIn one want wait huge queue get room key checkin advanced technology room checkin become smarter way radio frequency identification technology customer get message room number planned day arrival day guest proceed room keycard open door smart way build good relationship customer look customer want hospitality industry Using Smartphone Smarter Way one u much addicted smartphones smart gadget give better opportunity hospitality industry improve customer service single touch smartphone give access everything food shopping much hospitality industry make use mobile apps change way people plan vacation Customers easily look favorite restaurant service instead seeking multiple restaurant receive event update via push notification way smartphone used smarter way attract customer Social Media Presence Even though social medium presence crucial hospitality industry FaceBook popular platform checkins review hotel Posting attractive image sharing video real story interesting blog review create brand name business customer easily get know restaurant single click restaurant hotel miss opportunity order share interesting photo service well facility Hoteliers choose social medium platform carefully based targeted audience rather simply joining group Details Contact Us Address 795 Folsom Street 1st Floor San Francisco California 94107 Phone 866–722–5538 Email infoelisthuntercom Website httpwwwelisthuntercomTags Tech Hotel Email Marketing

Classification of hotel

Classification of hotel Hotel can be classified under the following criteria - Based on locational point of view: 1. City Hotel (Downtown Hotel or Commercial hotel): This type of hotel is situated on the heart of the city within a short approachable distance from shopping areas, theater, super market etc. The guests are general businessmen who come for business purpose for 1 to 2 days. The constructional pattern of the hotel is generally match box construction. Example: Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas They are situated in the suburban areas away from the hustle bustle of the city amidst of peaceful and serine environment. The guests are generally old aged people who stay for a month or more. The staffs also are generally old aged. This type of hotel provides kitchenette facility. 3. Resort Hotel: They are situated near hill station, sea beaches, wild life sanctuary of forest, pilgrimage centers etc. the guests are generally holiday makers and their duration of stay extend from week to fort night. Resort hotels are generally spread over a large area. This hotel provides recreational facilities. 4. Motel: They are situated on the side of highways. They generally cater to travelers on road. Extra facilities offered by these hotels are fuel-station, car-parking and garage. Example: Tim Ross’s retro motels of Australia 5. Floatel: They are hotels that float on sea. They are stationery in nature and have no permanent connection with the main land. Example: Catamarans in Serbia 6. Boatel: Botels are hotels on the boat found moving around on lakes. Examples: Shikara on Dal lake in Kashmir. 7. Roatel: Roatels are rotating hotels, which can be five categorized hotel. Example: The Palace On Wheels. 8. Lotel: Lotels are hotels that offer helipad facility. 9. Novotel: Novotels are hotels that offer five star facilities on service at an economical price. Example: Novotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Jalan Kia Peng 10. Mattel: Mattel are hotels, which has very less manpower and are controlled by sophisticated technological equipment. Based on size of the hotel: Hotels can be categorized according to its size also. Hotels that have rooms up to 25 are known as “Small Hotel”. “Medium Hotel” has 25 to 100 rooms. Containing more than 100 rooms hotels are known as “Large Hotel” Based on the length of guest stay: Hotel, where the guest checks in for a day or less are known as “Transit Hotel”. Where the guest checks in for a month or more are known as “Residential Hotel”. “Transient Hotel” is an incorporated feature of both “Transit Hotel” and “Residential Hotel”. Based on the facilities offered: Hotel can be rated from 1 star to 5 star categorization on the basis of the facilities that offered by the hotel. In India the body HRACC (Hotel & Restaurant Approval and Classification Committee, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA. MINISTRY OF TOURISM.) grades the hotel from 1 star to 5 star super deluxe. A typical 5 star hotel offers centrally air-condition rooms and outlets and public areas, swimming pools, recreational facilities, gymnasium, wall to wall carpet in the room, mini-bar facility in the room, bathtub in bathroom, multi-cuisine restaurant, coffee shop, bar etc.

https://medium.com/@royonly/classification-of-hotel-bb1d4ed9960b

['Dibyendu Roy']

2020-09-08 07:53:38.841000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Classification', 'Motel', 'Hospitality Industry']

Title Classification hotelContent Classification hotel Hotel classified following criterion Based locational point view 1 City Hotel Downtown Hotel Commercial hotel type hotel situated heart city within short approachable distance shopping area theater super market etc guest general businessmen come business purpose 1 2 day constructional pattern hotel generally match box construction Example Mandalay Bay Las Vegas situated suburban area away hustle bustle city amidst peaceful serine environment guest generally old aged people stay month staff also generally old aged type hotel provides kitchenette facility 3 Resort Hotel situated near hill station sea beach wild life sanctuary forest pilgrimage center etc guest generally holiday maker duration stay extend week fort night Resort hotel generally spread large area hotel provides recreational facility 4 Motel situated side highway generally cater traveler road Extra facility offered hotel fuelstation carparking garage Example Tim Ross’s retro motel Australia 5 Floatel hotel float sea stationery nature permanent connection main land Example Catamarans Serbia 6 Boatel Botels hotel boat found moving around lake Examples Shikara Dal lake Kashmir 7 Roatel Roatels rotating hotel five categorized hotel Example Palace Wheels 8 Lotel Lotels hotel offer helipad facility 9 Novotel Novotels hotel offer five star facility service economical price Example Novotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre Jalan Kia Peng 10 Mattel Mattel hotel le manpower controlled sophisticated technological equipment Based size hotel Hotels categorized according size also Hotels room 25 known “Small Hotel” “Medium Hotel” 25 100 room Containing 100 room hotel known “Large Hotel” Based length guest stay Hotel guest check day le known “Transit Hotel” guest check month known “Residential Hotel” “Transient Hotel” incorporated feature “Transit Hotel” “Residential Hotel” Based facility offered Hotel rated 1 star 5 star categorization basis facility offered hotel India body HRACC Hotel Restaurant Approval Classification Committee GOVERNMENT INDIA MINISTRY TOURISM grade hotel 1 star 5 star super deluxe typical 5 star hotel offer centrally aircondition room outlet public area swimming pool recreational facility gymnasium wall wall carpet room minibar facility room bathtub bathroom multicuisine restaurant coffee shop bar etcTags Hotel Classification Motel Hospitality Industry

How Will Travel Change In 2021?

How Will Travel Change In 2021? The New Year is right around the corner, so we have decided to look back at this year in tourism and make a forecast for the near future of the hospitality industry. The main trends we have already seen this year will continue developing. The sense of uncertainty that led to a decrease in bookings will stay — people now plan trips at the last moment. Until the situation returns to some semblance of normalcy, people will stick to this behaviour. With that said, as tourist traffic recovers, planning in advance should once again become more beneficial, and people will come back. Another thing is that with less income, people became less mobile. Unfortunately, this is unlikely to change next year. What is here to stay, however, is domestic tourism. In 2021 it will continue to be the driving trend of the hospitality industry. If previously people used to travel to a handful of popular destinations, now the word “mass” in regards to tourism has become synonymous with “unsafe”, thus more and more people choose the seldom-travelled routes and resorts within their countries. This means domestic markets are expanding from within. Customized travel has also become more prominent — smaller tourist groups, carefully designed experiences, and guided journeys through nature reserves. There is a growing demand for vacations centered around outdoor activities — rafting, horseback riding, bike trails, fitness tours. It’s hard to make a solid forecast for the near future of international tourism — it depends on a plethora of factors and decisions made by multiple countries. Of course, the world will continue opening up again, but it will be a very slow and gradual process. Firstly, new medical certificates required for international travel will be introduced, and people will keep cautious about catching a disease. All of this leads to a conclusion that crowded resorts aren’t coming back anytime soon, and when they do, most people will be wearing masks.

https://medium.com/modihost/how-will-travel-change-in-2021-bf3fad744167

[]

2020-12-28 09:45:59.483000+00:00

['Tourism', 'Travel', 'Hms', 'Hospitality', 'Hotel']

Title Travel Change 2021Content Travel Change 2021 New Year right around corner decided look back year tourism make forecast near future hospitality industry main trend already seen year continue developing sense uncertainty led decrease booking stay — people plan trip last moment situation return semblance normalcy people stick behaviour said tourist traffic recovers planning advance become beneficial people come back Another thing le income people became le mobile Unfortunately unlikely change next year stay however domestic tourism 2021 continue driving trend hospitality industry previously people used travel handful popular destination word “mass” regard tourism become synonymous “unsafe” thus people choose seldomtravelled route resort within country mean domestic market expanding within Customized travel also become prominent — smaller tourist group carefully designed experience guided journey nature reserve growing demand vacation centered around outdoor activity — rafting horseback riding bike trail fitness tour It’s hard make solid forecast near future international tourism — depends plethora factor decision made multiple country course world continue opening slow gradual process Firstly new medical certificate required international travel introduced people keep cautious catching disease lead conclusion crowded resort aren’t coming back anytime soon people wearing masksTags Tourism Travel Hms Hospitality Hotel

Petop Hotel Supply New Arrival Tamper-proof Stainless Steel Soap Liquid Dispenser

Petop Hotel Supply New Arrival Tamper-proof Stainless Steel Soap Liquid Dispenser In order to reduce plastic waste in hospitality industry, and implement plastic free for hotels in 2023, small tiny travel hotel amenities kit is replaced with stainless steel liquid dispenser. Wall-mounted soap liquid dispenser is not only used in guestrooms, refilling shampoo, shower gel and hair conditioner, also commercial hand soap dispenser and sanitiser dispenser are popular for public and commercial bathrooms. Tamper-proof stainless steel soap dispenser is the latest new product by Petop Hotel Supply. Compact, space-saving dispenser design enables dispenser to be easily positioned and mounted in compact areas with limited contact. Tamper-proof stainless steel design with one key, open to refill shampoo, shower gel, hair conditioner and hand soap etc., ensures liquid safety. Stainless steel bracket is durable and vandal-proof. Securely well mounted to the wall. Standard capacity 500ml PET bottle for liquid soap, shampoo, shower gel and conditioner. Multiple applications in hotels, home, office, school, hospital and other public commercial areas. Available in single bracket, twin bracket and triple bracket to fulfil different demand. For more product information or send us query, please feel free to contact us. #hotel #resort #hotelsupply #soapdispenser #ecofriendly

https://medium.com/@petophotelsupply/petop-hotel-supply-new-arrival-tamper-proof-stainless-steel-soap-liquid-dispenser-7c3bd4dc77b1

['Petop Hotel Supply']

2020-12-17 09:21:47.923000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Travel', 'Hospitality']

Title Petop Hotel Supply New Arrival Tamperproof Stainless Steel Soap Liquid DispenserContent Petop Hotel Supply New Arrival Tamperproof Stainless Steel Soap Liquid Dispenser order reduce plastic waste hospitality industry implement plastic free hotel 2023 small tiny travel hotel amenity kit replaced stainless steel liquid dispenser Wallmounted soap liquid dispenser used guestroom refilling shampoo shower gel hair conditioner also commercial hand soap dispenser sanitiser dispenser popular public commercial bathroom Tamperproof stainless steel soap dispenser latest new product Petop Hotel Supply Compact spacesaving dispenser design enables dispenser easily positioned mounted compact area limited contact Tamperproof stainless steel design one key open refill shampoo shower gel hair conditioner hand soap etc ensures liquid safety Stainless steel bracket durable vandalproof Securely well mounted wall Standard capacity 500ml PET bottle liquid soap shampoo shower gel conditioner Multiple application hotel home office school hospital public commercial area Available single bracket twin bracket triple bracket fulfil different demand product information send u query please feel free contact u hotel resort hotelsupply soapdispenser ecofriendlyTags Hotel Travel Hospitality

Affordable Luxury Hotels in Singapore

Singapore is a sovereign city-state in Southeast Asia. It is a conglomeration of 62 islands along with the main island which is in a shape of a diamond. It is a center of business and transport and has also emerged as a top tourist destination in the world. There some world’s top 5-star hotels in Singapore along with 4-stars, 3-stars and boutique hotels. Here we are mentioning some best luxury hotels available at affordable prices. Lloyd’s Inn: If you are looking a budget hotel with excellent amenities then you must check out Lloyd’s Inn. It is located in a prime location in River Valley district and just 4 km away from Marina Bay and 7 km from Universal Studios Singapore theme park. Rooms are spacious and equipped with free Wi-Fi, TVs, minifridges and desks. The Pod — Boutique Capsule Hotel: As the name suggests, it is a hotel featuring capsule bedding, personal lockers, and free Wi-Fi. You are also offered complimentary breakfast. The Pod is just 2 km away from both the iconic Merlion statue and the Singapore Flyer. AqueenPayaLebar: AqueenPayaLebaris a relaxed, colourful hotel set on a busy road within close proximity to some of the popular city attractions such as Geylang Serai Market and Food Centre, Tanjong Katong Complex, Joo Chiat Complex and City Plaza. There are 162 rooms categorized in several categories like Superior, Deluxe, Premier and Signature rooms. These rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, smart TVs and safes. The hotel is 5 km away from East Coast Park and 10 km from National Gallery Singapore. Amoy: It is a boutique hotel named after the Zhengzhou people who came to Singapore from China for the purpose of settlement. That’s why Amoy’s room share the traditional Chinese décor. Visitors are offered with free breakfast and parking, while in the rooms they get flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and minibars. The Quincy Hotel:The Quincy is an award winning hotel equipped with cutting edge technology. Once you have entered the hotel you are welcomed by friendly hotel staff ready to help you check in the stylish Studio or Deluxe rooms. Parking and breakfast are free and in the rooms are you will get free Wi-Fi, minibars flat-screen TVs, and designer toiletries. Carlton City Hotel: Located in downtown Singapore, the Carlton City is a 4-star luxury hotel features ultra-sleek modern decor. The hotel is just 3-minute walk from Tanjong Pagar metro station. Rooms are airy with flat-screen TVs, free high speed internet, tea and coffee-making facilities.Chinatown is just 14-minute walk from the hotel. Time doesn’t permit to mention all the hotels in Singapore, so we have mentioned some affordable luxury hotels. But before planning a trip you must check that you are getting the best price. For this you have to check some good hotel deals providing services such as Expedia.com, Booking.com, Hotels.com, Trivago.in, etc. You can also try Cheap Booking Hotels which is a new player in this industry. They offer up to 50% discount on luxury hotels in Singapore as well as around the globe.

https://medium.com/@paawann.mishra/affordable-luxury-hotels-in-singapore-92038c3d5a8a

['Pawann Mishra']

2016-12-27 07:59:31.786000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotel', 'Hotel Booking']

Title Affordable Luxury Hotels SingaporeContent Singapore sovereign citystate Southeast Asia conglomeration 62 island along main island shape diamond center business transport also emerged top tourist destination world world’s top 5star hotel Singapore along 4stars 3stars boutique hotel mentioning best luxury hotel available affordable price Lloyd’s Inn looking budget hotel excellent amenity must check Lloyd’s Inn located prime location River Valley district 4 km away Marina Bay 7 km Universal Studios Singapore theme park Rooms spacious equipped free WiFi TVs minifridges desk Pod — Boutique Capsule Hotel name suggests hotel featuring capsule bedding personal locker free WiFi also offered complimentary breakfast Pod 2 km away iconic Merlion statue Singapore Flyer AqueenPayaLebar AqueenPayaLebaris relaxed colourful hotel set busy road within close proximity popular city attraction Geylang Serai Market Food Centre Tanjong Katong Complex Joo Chiat Complex City Plaza 162 room categorized several category like Superior Deluxe Premier Signature room room equipped WiFi smart TVs safe hotel 5 km away East Coast Park 10 km National Gallery Singapore Amoy boutique hotel named Zhengzhou people came Singapore China purpose settlement That’s Amoy’s room share traditional Chinese décor Visitors offered free breakfast parking room get flatscreen TVs free WiFi minibar Quincy HotelThe Quincy award winning hotel equipped cutting edge technology entered hotel welcomed friendly hotel staff ready help check stylish Studio Deluxe room Parking breakfast free room get free WiFi minibar flatscreen TVs designer toiletry Carlton City Hotel Located downtown Singapore Carlton City 4star luxury hotel feature ultrasleek modern decor hotel 3minute walk Tanjong Pagar metro station Rooms airy flatscreen TVs free high speed internet tea coffeemaking facilitiesChinatown 14minute walk hotel Time doesn’t permit mention hotel Singapore mentioned affordable luxury hotel planning trip must check getting best price check good hotel deal providing service Expediacom Bookingcom Hotelscom Trivagoin etc also try Cheap Booking Hotels new player industry offer 50 discount luxury hotel Singapore well around globeTags Travel Hotel Hotel Booking

A Stay at the Historic Stanley Hotel

A Stay at the Historic Stanley Hotel Last month my dad and I trekked out to Colorado for our annual dad-daughter trip and decided to split our time between Denver and Estes Park. Admittedly, one of the main reasons we chose the location was wanting to stay at the famous and historic Stanley Hotel. And now that I’ve been, I can confidently say that if you find yourself planning a trip to Colorado, Estes Park is definitely the place to go and The Stanley Hotel is the place to stay! History In the early 1900s, F.O. Stanley (founder of the Stanley Steamer car) and his wife had moved out to Estes Park from the east coast after he was diagnosed with tuberculosis and only given six months to live. A few years later, Stanley seemed to be miraculously cured and decided to build The Stanley Hotel as a summer resort, which opened in 1909. Early guests included high-class families like the Rockefellers, Kennedys, and Vanderbuilts, who were friends of F.O. and his wife, and the rooms filled up quickly each summer, so much so that they had to turn people away! At the time F.O. opened the hotel, there wasn’t much going on in Estes Park, so he set out to boost the local economy and tourism in the city. And boy did he succeed! Not only did he build a road from Lyons, another popular Colorado destination, but he also brought visitors in via the Stanley Steamer car versus having them take a train ride out to the resort (which was what people did back then). And by his last year (1940), he had established sewer, power, and water companies, Estes Park’s first bank, AND helped to restore wildlife to the area. In more recent history, you might be familiar with The Stanley Hotel as the inspiration behind Stephen King’s The Shining. At the time Stephen King stayed at the famous hotel in the 1970s, it was still a summer-only resort and Estes Park hadn’t been the fully developed town it is today. Who knows, if you stay at the hotel maybe you’ll be inspired to write a best-selling novel! After all, the setting of The Stanley is absolutely STUNNING and oh so peaceful! Location The Stanley Hotel is tucked away in Estes Park, in the Rocky Mountains (check out the view from the hotel’s front yard!), about an hour and a half outside of Denver. Because it’s so far outside of the metro area, most people rent a car, but we opted to Uber out to the hotel, and take the Estes Park airport shuttle bus back. It ended up working out really well and saved us a lot of time and money! The Room Our room was located on the second floor in the main building and had a very historic look and feel, including photos from “back in the day” on property. How fun to imagine what life was like in the very places we stood! We appreciated the mini-couches for sitting/luggage holding at the foot of each bed as well. I hate leaving my suitcase on the floor, and it helped us feel a little more at home being able to set up our own luggage station. The bathroom was more modernized with newer accessories and design, but you’ll notice the base of the sink is still a bit older. We could tell that while modernizing for guests is important, The Stanley is adamant about keeping those historic roots in place as well! Dining There are three places to dine at The Stanley Hotel — Steamer’s Cafe, Cascades, and Table. For breakfast or a quick bite, you can pop into Steamer’s. If you need to hop on the computer, this is the place to do, and you can also check out the incredible wildlife photos taken in Estes Park of all kinds of animals in the night! The second, Cascades, a bar/restaurant, where we spent quite a bit of time! Let me start by saying if you’re an NFL fan and staying at The Stanley on a game day, you’ll be pleased to know the hotel has the football package so you won’t miss out on any football! As an Eagles fan, my dad was thrilled. Because despite being on vacation, watching the game was a must! And their bacon mac + cheese?! STELLAR, guys. During our two-night stay at The Stanley Hotel, Cascades was hoppin’ day and night! And after our dinner in the restaurant, we totally see why. For starters, we ordered a caesar salad and grilled pear bruschetta. Both were different than the “standard” look of the dishes we’re used to seeing, but were absolutely delish, especially the seasonal pear bruschetta! For the main course, I opted for a steak and my dad went for the game meatloaf. Both of these were gobbled up pretty quickly because they were SO good. In fact, my dad even stated that it was the best meatloaf he’d EVER had in a restaurant! By the time main courses were over, we shook our head at dessert, thinking we couldn’t possibly eat another bite. But our waitress assured us that dessert at Cascades shouldn’t be missed so we went for it. And boy am I glad we did! The raspberry sorbet crumble was out of this world! Cascades is also home to the Whiskey Bar Colorado’s largest selection of whiskeys, bourbons, and scotch. And get this. Around 1,000 different whiskeys!! I had no idea so many varieties even existed! We sat down with one of the whiskey experts and were able to chat for a bit and do an international whiskey tasting which was really cool! I can’t even imagine how crazy it must be to be the keeper of the whiskeys! Third and most unique, Table Restaurant, which is located in The Lodge, next to the main building. Each weekend, the hotel brings in a new chef to concoct a special themed menu for a five-course dinner. See the plates lining the top of the room? Those are all signed by guest chefs from Table! Entertainment There is SO much to do at The Stanley Hotel that you don’t even really need to leave the hotel grounds! My absolute favorite was the 90-minute Illusions of the Passed show by Aiden Sinclair (who appeared on America’s Got Talent)! Sinclair’s show consisted of historical and ghost stories and haunted artifacts, and kept the audience engaged and in awe the whole time. Not to mention EVERYONE in the room participated in some way, which was even more thrilling. I’m still trying to wrap my head around one of the parts I participated in! On the hotel property, you can also take advantage of the REI Basecamp (yes, it’s on-site), which runs in summer and winter months. At the Basecamp, you can participate in guided hikes and take classes in things like first aid essentials and wilderness survival! While I don’t plan on ever getting lost in the wilderness, I’m fascinated by the man vs. wild life, and hey, it never hurts to be prepared! Plus, if the zombie apocalypse ever happens, you’d have a major leg up! The Stanley also offers two tours for guests — a nightly ghost tour, and a historic tour. If you have extra time during your stay, I highly recommend taking one! We went on the historic tour and learned so much about not only the hotel’s history, but about life in the early 1900s, and about Estes Park. Plus, if you’re into hauntings, you’ll hear a story or two! Interested in learning more about The Stanley Hotel? Follow along on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates!

https://medium.com/@rachelgault/a-stay-at-the-historic-stanley-hotel-6871eb83ce31

['Rachel Gault']

2016-12-21 16:23:06.020000+00:00

['Colorado', 'Hotel', 'Travel']

Title Stay Historic Stanley HotelContent Stay Historic Stanley Hotel Last month dad trekked Colorado annual daddaughter trip decided split time Denver Estes Park Admittedly one main reason chose location wanting stay famous historic Stanley Hotel I’ve confidently say find planning trip Colorado Estes Park definitely place go Stanley Hotel place stay History early 1900s FO Stanley founder Stanley Steamer car wife moved Estes Park east coast diagnosed tuberculosis given six month live year later Stanley seemed miraculously cured decided build Stanley Hotel summer resort opened 1909 Early guest included highclass family like Rockefellers Kennedys Vanderbuilts friend FO wife room filled quickly summer much turn people away time FO opened hotel wasn’t much going Estes Park set boost local economy tourism city boy succeed build road Lyons another popular Colorado destination also brought visitor via Stanley Steamer car versus take train ride resort people back last year 1940 established sewer power water company Estes Park’s first bank helped restore wildlife area recent history might familiar Stanley Hotel inspiration behind Stephen King’s Shining time Stephen King stayed famous hotel 1970s still summeronly resort Estes Park hadn’t fully developed town today know stay hotel maybe you’ll inspired write bestselling novel setting Stanley absolutely STUNNING oh peaceful Location Stanley Hotel tucked away Estes Park Rocky Mountains check view hotel’s front yard hour half outside Denver it’s far outside metro area people rent car opted Uber hotel take Estes Park airport shuttle bus back ended working really well saved u lot time money Room room located second floor main building historic look feel including photo “back day” property fun imagine life like place stood appreciated minicouches sittingluggage holding foot bed well hate leaving suitcase floor helped u feel little home able set luggage station bathroom modernized newer accessory design you’ll notice base sink still bit older could tell modernizing guest important Stanley adamant keeping historic root place well Dining three place dine Stanley Hotel — Steamer’s Cafe Cascades Table breakfast quick bite pop Steamer’s need hop computer place also check incredible wildlife photo taken Estes Park kind animal night second Cascades barrestaurant spent quite bit time Let start saying you’re NFL fan staying Stanley game day you’ll pleased know hotel football package won’t miss football Eagles fan dad thrilled despite vacation watching game must bacon mac cheese STELLAR guy twonight stay Stanley Hotel Cascades hoppin’ day night dinner restaurant totally see starter ordered caesar salad grilled pear bruschetta different “standard” look dish we’re used seeing absolutely delish especially seasonal pear bruschetta main course opted steak dad went game meatloaf gobbled pretty quickly good fact dad even stated best meatloaf he’d EVER restaurant time main course shook head dessert thinking couldn’t possibly eat another bite waitress assured u dessert Cascades shouldn’t missed went boy glad raspberry sorbet crumble world Cascades also home Whiskey Bar Colorado’s largest selection whiskey bourbon scotch get Around 1000 different whiskey idea many variety even existed sat one whiskey expert able chat bit international whiskey tasting really cool can’t even imagine crazy must keeper whiskey Third unique Table Restaurant located Lodge next main building weekend hotel brings new chef concoct special themed menu fivecourse dinner See plate lining top room signed guest chef Table Entertainment much Stanley Hotel don’t even really need leave hotel ground absolute favorite 90minute Illusions Passed show Aiden Sinclair appeared America’s Got Talent Sinclair’s show consisted historical ghost story haunted artifact kept audience engaged awe whole time mention EVERYONE room participated way even thrilling I’m still trying wrap head around one part participated hotel property also take advantage REI Basecamp yes it’s onsite run summer winter month Basecamp participate guided hike take class thing like first aid essential wilderness survival don’t plan ever getting lost wilderness I’m fascinated man v wild life hey never hurt prepared Plus zombie apocalypse ever happens you’d major leg Stanley also offer two tour guest — nightly ghost tour historic tour extra time stay highly recommend taking one went historic tour learned much hotel’s history life early 1900s Estes Park Plus you’re hauntings you’ll hear story two Interested learning Stanley Hotel Follow along Facebook Twitter latest updatesTags Colorado Hotel Travel

Four Seasons Announces First Mountain Destination In Europe

Four Seasons has announces strategies for the brand name’s 3rd destination in France, 4 Seasons Hotel, Megève and also the Chalet du Mont d’Arbois, Megève. Scheduled to open in late 2017, Four Seasons initially mountain location in Europe will be set amongst the snow-capped optimals of the large Haute-Savoie Alpine range. The task will consist of the all-new mountainside Four Seasons Resort, Megève also the conversion of a collection of traditional chalets in the heart of the middle ages Mont d’Arbois village. Facing Mont Blanc and located just 44 miles from Geneva International Airport terminal, 4 Seasons Hotel Megève will be the very first hotel to provide straight access to the Mont d’Arbois slopes along with a luxurious sanctuary for skiers looking for ski in/ski out straight on the Alpine range. In enhancement to the 55-room resort, existing cabins will certainly be restored within the village of Mont d’Arbois, close to the major gondola. Edmond de Rothschild Heritage, a distinguished way of life firm possessed by Benjamin and also Ariane de Rothschild, is partnering with 4 Seasons Hotels as well as Resorts on the project. Commenting on this amazing development, Ariane de Rothschild, Chairwoman of the Executive Committee of Edmond de Rothschild Team, claimed, ‘This collaboration will certainly bring brand-new measurements not only to our friendliness at Mont d’Arbois however additionally to the town of Megève. The professionalism and reliability, global network as well as historical experience of 4 Seasons in the hospitality industry are 2nd to none, as well as I am particularly happy that the Hotel and Chalet in Megève will certainly be Four Seasons first luxury mountain location in Europe.’ J. Allen Smith, Head of state and also Chief Executive Officer, 4 Seasons Hotels as well as Resorts, added ‘The de Rothschild household has a lengthy history in Megève and also we’re honoured they have decided to companion with us to present this unbelievable destination to the next generation of deluxe visitors. Keeping the history and also personality of Mont d’Arbois while introducing 4 Seasons fabulous personalised service, we will certainly develop something yet undetected in the French Alps.’ Mont d’Arbois town’s several Michelin-star restaurants, historic Alpine architecture, as well as winding rock roads have actually established Megève as a location known as much for its gastronomy as well as cultural richness as for its striking all-natural landscape. The bordering areas of Megève likewise offer unlimited chances for Alpine experience, consisting of heli-skiing, dog sledding, glacier snowshoeing, as well as greater than 30 kilometers of groomed cross-country winter sports trails via idyllic snow-capped woodlands. An absolutely year rounded destination, Megève is transformed in the spring and summertime, as its mountainside fields flourish, bring in visitors from worldwide to its colorful gardens. Four Seasons Resort, Megève and also the Cabin du Mont d’Arbois, Megève, A Four Seasons Resort will note the 3rd Four Seasons location in France, signing up with the epic 4 Seasons Resort George V, Paris and Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel in the French Riviera. The Resort will certainly be the 5th ski destination in the firm’s portfolio, joining Four Seasons Resort and also Residences Whistler, 4 Seasons Hotel as well as Residences Vail, 4 Seasons Hotel Rancho Encantado Santa Fe as well as Four Seasons Resort and also Residences Jackson Hole.

https://medium.com/@fascinatingtraveldeals/four-seasons-announces-first-mountain-destination-in-europe-900ef2c2275e

['Tamekia Muniz']

2016-12-15 14:17:55.147000+00:00

['Destination', 'Flights', 'Hotels', 'Resort', 'Travel']

Title Four Seasons Announces First Mountain Destination EuropeContent Four Seasons announces strategy brand name’s 3rd destination France 4 Seasons Hotel Megève also Chalet du Mont d’Arbois Megève Scheduled open late 2017 Four Seasons initially mountain location Europe set amongst snowcapped optimals large HauteSavoie Alpine range task consist allnew mountainside Four Seasons Resort Megève also conversion collection traditional chalet heart middle age Mont d’Arbois village Facing Mont Blanc located 44 mile Geneva International Airport terminal 4 Seasons Hotel Megève first hotel provide straight access Mont d’Arbois slope along luxurious sanctuary skier looking ski inski straight Alpine range enhancement 55room resort existing cabin certainly restored within village Mont d’Arbois close major gondola Edmond de Rothschild Heritage distinguished way life firm possessed Benjamin also Ariane de Rothschild partnering 4 Seasons Hotels well Resorts project Commenting amazing development Ariane de Rothschild Chairwoman Executive Committee Edmond de Rothschild Team claimed ‘This collaboration certainly bring brandnew measurement friendliness Mont d’Arbois however additionally town Megève professionalism reliability global network well historical experience 4 Seasons hospitality industry 2nd none well particularly happy Hotel Chalet Megève certainly Four Seasons first luxury mountain location Europe’ J Allen Smith Head state also Chief Executive Officer 4 Seasons Hotels well Resorts added ‘The de Rothschild household lengthy history Megève also we’re honoured decided companion u present unbelievable destination next generation deluxe visitor Keeping history also personality Mont d’Arbois introducing 4 Seasons fabulous personalised service certainly develop something yet undetected French Alps’ Mont d’Arbois town’s several Michelinstar restaurant historic Alpine architecture well winding rock road actually established Megève location known much gastronomy well cultural richness striking allnatural landscape bordering area Megève likewise offer unlimited chance Alpine experience consisting heliskiing dog sledding glacier snowshoeing well greater 30 kilometer groomed crosscountry winter sport trail via idyllic snowcapped woodland absolutely year rounded destination Megève transformed spring summertime mountainside field flourish bring visitor worldwide colorful garden Four Seasons Resort Megève also Cabin du Mont d’Arbois Megève Four Seasons Resort note 3rd Four Seasons location France signing epic 4 Seasons Resort George V Paris GrandHôtel du CapFerrat Four Seasons Hotel French Riviera Resort certainly 5th ski destination firm’s portfolio joining Four Seasons Resort also Residences Whistler 4 Seasons Hotel well Residences Vail 4 Seasons Hotel Rancho Encantado Santa Fe well Four Seasons Resort also Residences Jackson HoleTags Destination Flights Hotels Resort Travel

How we came up with a completely contactless check-in solution

“The scariest part about travel in the covid times is the long check-in process — really crowded reception area, the wait period and the full-of-contact process” — a frequent business traveller During a brainstorming session about how we can make travellers more comfortable about staying in hotels in these turbulent and precarious times, we came up with 2 ways of doing this - Tech-enabled stays which ensure minimum contact & minimum time spent at any public area during the entirety of a guest’s stay. Completely changing the way hotel operations are run and introducing revised SOPs for each and every leg of the guest’s stay. While the latter was more operational, and ended up in us releasing fully revised hygiene processes across all our hotels, encapsulated under the Treebo Hygiene Shield offering, the former was what got us racking our brains. The first problem to be solved here was the elaborate & lengthy check-in process at a hotel. The normal check-in process currently consists of the following steps - Upon arrival at the hotel, depending on the queue at the front desk, you have to wait out your turn to check-in. At your turn, the hotel asks for your basic personal details and fills out your guest registration form(s) or the Arrival & Departure register. You are then required to sign this form/register. The hotel collects all guests’ ID proofs to make & keep a copy, for legal purposes. If you have a room preference, you communicate the same, rooms are assigned for your booking & finally, the keys are handed over to you. Hence, following were the considerations while building the solution - Guests should be able to complete the process effortlessly, using their own device - without having to download any app or software. Time taken for check-in should be minimized — all aforementioned steps need to be handled through tech, and done before the guest physically arrives at the hotel. Contact with the hotel staff should be reduced to the lowest possible — collecting the clean & sanitised key should be the only contact-based step guests need to undergo at the hotel. Since there are legal implications involved, there should be a verification step for the guest details and ID proofs submitted during web check-in. In case of any discrepancies in the details the guest has provided during web check-in, the guest should be informed of the same before the actual check-in at the hotel, and asked to correct them. Hence, the solution consisted of the following steps - Guests receives a link to web check-in 48 hours before their check-in date, which can be accessed from any device. He/she can fill in their basic details like nationality, address, where they are coming from and going to etc, and upload ID proofs through a simple and intuitive UI. Next, they can select the room(s) of their choice, specify any special requests they might have for the hotel, and select the tentative time of arrival at the hotel. Finally, the guests provide their signature, and complete web check-in. That’s it! The process is seamless and takes just a few minutes to complete. On the hotel side, there should be a single flow to manage all things related to web check-in. So the approach there was - The front desk manager gets a notification to verify any pending web check-ins which have been completed by any guest for an upcoming booking. He can verify or reject the ID proof documents and the basic details provided by the guest during web check-in before or on the check-in date. Within the same flow, he can also preview and print the guest registration card already signed by the guest. If the documents are rejected by the FDM, the Guest receives a communication specifying the reason of rejection, so that they can provide correct details. On the day of check-in, the guest simply has to show the ID proof which they uploaded during web check-in and get the key to their room. Voila! No more touching and waiting in the long queues. A fast, simple and hassle-free check-in process, soon to be launched across all our hotels. Interested in working with some of the best technology & business talent in the country? Checkout the current openings at our careers page. We are always on the lookout for Engineers & Product Managers. The Web Check-In solution was brought to life by the super-awesome engineering, design & product team of Kapil, Dhwanil, Ankita, Sahil, Prateek, Praveen & myself. Special thanks to Dhwanil & Kapil for helping write this post.

https://tech.treebo.com/how-we-came-up-with-a-completely-contactless-check-in-solution-855986047f0b

['Surbhi Sethi']

2020-12-14 08:02:18.850000+00:00

['Check In', 'Contactless', 'Hotel', 'Hospitality', 'Coronavirus']

Title came completely contactless checkin solutionContent “The scariest part travel covid time long checkin process — really crowded reception area wait period fullofcontact process” — frequent business traveller brainstorming session make traveller comfortable staying hotel turbulent precarious time came 2 way Techenabled stay ensure minimum contact minimum time spent public area entirety guest’s stay Completely changing way hotel operation run introducing revised SOPs every leg guest’s stay latter operational ended u releasing fully revised hygiene process across hotel encapsulated Treebo Hygiene Shield offering former got u racking brain first problem solved elaborate lengthy checkin process hotel normal checkin process currently consists following step Upon arrival hotel depending queue front desk wait turn checkin turn hotel asks basic personal detail fill guest registration form Arrival Departure register required sign formregister hotel collect guests’ ID proof make keep copy legal purpose room preference communicate room assigned booking finally key handed Hence following consideration building solution Guests able complete process effortlessly using device without download app software Time taken checkin minimized — aforementioned step need handled tech done guest physically arrives hotel Contact hotel staff reduced lowest possible — collecting clean sanitised key contactbased step guest need undergo hotel Since legal implication involved verification step guest detail ID proof submitted web checkin case discrepancy detail guest provided web checkin guest informed actual checkin hotel asked correct Hence solution consisted following step Guests receives link web checkin 48 hour checkin date accessed device Heshe fill basic detail like nationality address coming going etc upload ID proof simple intuitive UI Next select room choice specify special request might hotel select tentative time arrival hotel Finally guest provide signature complete web checkin That’s process seamless take minute complete hotel side single flow manage thing related web checkin approach front desk manager get notification verify pending web checkins completed guest upcoming booking verify reject ID proof document basic detail provided guest web checkin checkin date Within flow also preview print guest registration card already signed guest document rejected FDM Guest receives communication specifying reason rejection provide correct detail day checkin guest simply show ID proof uploaded web checkin get key room Voila touching waiting long queue fast simple hasslefree checkin process soon launched across hotel Interested working best technology business talent country Checkout current opening career page always lookout Engineers Product Managers Web CheckIn solution brought life superawesome engineering design product team Kapil Dhwanil Ankita Sahil Prateek Praveen Special thanks Dhwanil Kapil helping write postTags Check Contactless Hotel Hospitality Coronavirus

The Craziest Hotel Sign I Ever Saw

The Craziest Hotel Sign I Ever Saw It’s different in Europe Photo by greyerbaby at Morguefile.com My wife and I once stayed at the Villa Serbelloni in Bellagio, one of Italy’s grandest hotels. We don’t usually stay in a place like that but it was our anniversary so we splurged. We got into our room, put our suitcase down and admired the view over Lake Como. Nice! Then my wife noticed a card lying on the nightstand. It was like a “Do Not Disturb” sign, but different. Really different. “Take a look at this,” she said. “I’ve never seen anything like it!” The card was in four languages and it took me a minute to find one I understood. Then I saw it. It was an instruction to the guest: “If you leave your baby alone in the room in the evening, please hang up this sign on the door (outside).” I flipped the card over. This was the side that would be visible when you hung it on your doorknob. At the top was, “Silence, baby is sleeping.” And below, “I’m alone. If I cry, please tell the concierge.” “Do you think this is for real?” I asked. “You just leave your baby in the room by itself?” “I guess,” said my wife. “But I wouldn’t have believed it if I hadn’t seen it.” I can’t say if anyone actually used the card. We kept our ears open but didn’t hear any abandoned babies crying in their room. Nor did we see the concierge scurrying around with a wailing infant in his arms. But still. Definitely a WTF moment. www.keithvansickle.com

https://medium.com/@keith.vansickle/the-craziest-hotel-sign-i-ever-saw-5975c4f08675

['Keith Van Sickle']

2017-01-04 01:34:47.410000+00:00

['Travel', 'Italy', 'Baby', 'Hotel']

Title Craziest Hotel Sign Ever SawContent Craziest Hotel Sign Ever Saw It’s different Europe Photo greyerbaby Morguefilecom wife stayed Villa Serbelloni Bellagio one Italy’s grandest hotel don’t usually stay place like anniversary splurged got room put suitcase admired view Lake Como Nice wife noticed card lying nightstand like “Do Disturb” sign different Really different “Take look this” said “I’ve never seen anything like it” card four language took minute find one understood saw instruction guest “If leave baby alone room evening please hang sign door outside” flipped card side would visible hung doorknob top “Silence baby sleeping” “I’m alone cry please tell concierge” “Do think real” asked “You leave baby room itself” “I guess” said wife “But wouldn’t believed hadn’t seen it” can’t say anyone actually used card kept ear open didn’t hear abandoned baby cry room see concierge scurrying around wailing infant arm still Definitely WTF moment wwwkeithvansicklecomTags Travel Italy Baby Hotel

European Union On Changes In Tourism

As we are trying to hold the second wave of the pandemic at bay, which shows little signs of stopping, it is becoming more and more obvious that a lot of industries will undergo drastic changes, and one of the first fields to go through this change is the tourism industry. This is coming from the European Union authorities. Bans and restrictions on travel that were implemented in an effort to curtail the spread of COVID-19 have hit the tourism sector very hard. Entire hotels are vacant, airplanes are rusting away with little use, and staff is laid off by the millions. What is happening amid the coronavirus hysteria in the field of international tourism and air travel? For instance, Germany is reducing prices on railroad travel in an effort to incentivize people to use alternative means of transportation. Air carriers, one of them is Easyjet, are cutting down on their fleets. It all points towards a conclusion: if tourism is to survive the pandemic, it must radically change. A lot of forward-looking travel firms, hoteliers and transport companies understand the inevitable structural changes to the economy, and are already putting effort into adapting to the new reality. Will tourism ever come back in its former glory? Without a doubt, but it will be a completely different thing. At least that is what the European authorities believe. They claim there will no longer be hundreds of charter flights with millions of tourists going to beach resorts. EU commissioners advise everyone to get up to speed on the theory of “sustainable development” and begin adapting to the new world order. The EU authorities claim that companies who believe they will be able to come back to the way they were doing business as they used to, won’t be able to survive the current crisis.

https://medium.com/modihost/european-union-on-changes-in-tourism-ae3b52baff0f

[]

2020-12-16 11:05:08.318000+00:00

['Tourism', 'Blockchain', 'Hms', 'Hospitality', 'Hotel']

Title European Union Changes TourismContent trying hold second wave pandemic bay show little sign stopping becoming obvious lot industry undergo drastic change one first field go change tourism industry coming European Union authority Bans restriction travel implemented effort curtail spread COVID19 hit tourism sector hard Entire hotel vacant airplane rusting away little use staff laid million happening amid coronavirus hysteria field international tourism air travel instance Germany reducing price railroad travel effort incentivize people use alternative mean transportation Air carrier one Easyjet cutting fleet point towards conclusion tourism survive pandemic must radically change lot forwardlooking travel firm hotelier transport company understand inevitable structural change economy already putting effort adapting new reality tourism ever come back former glory Without doubt completely different thing least European authority believe claim longer hundred charter flight million tourist going beach resort EU commissioner advise everyone get speed theory “sustainable development” begin adapting new world order EU authority claim company believe able come back way business used won’t able survive current crisisTags Tourism Blockchain Hms Hospitality Hotel

Travelling for Business? Then Airbnb it.

Travelling for Business? Then Airbnb it. I spent 5 days in London for a business trip in November. Contrary to all my previous experiences, I decided to stay in an Airbnb apartment because, hey, I work in digital marketing, I have to be aware of what’s the real end product of one of Silicon Valley’s unicorns. Although I had booked the flights from August, I only started actively looking for an apartment on mid-October. This was my first mistake since all the good, downtown apartments were already taken. Lucky for me, I got a great 2 bed home in Portobello. Let me talk a little bit about this home. It had 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a living room (yes, with a Smart TV with Netflix!) and a balcony. Prior to finalize my booking, I did a research on what I could get with the same amount of money (~165€ / day). The results were devastating; only 3 star hotels were available. I cannot think of any reason on why to choose a small hotel room over this Airbnb apartment. But I can think of a couple of reasons to choose a hotel over Airbnb. Contrary to hotels, airbnb does not offer breakfast. Yes, our host was kind enough to provide us with a couple of tips for local shops where we could get our breakfast (and lunch, and dinner) but is this always gonna be the case? On the upside though, wandering around the neighborhood, looking for new places everyday and trying unique tastes, can be a great experience and will help you step out of your comfort zone. The other reason that someone could pick a hotel is the everyday cleaning service. Unless stated/agreed otherwise, the Airbnb apartment will be cleaned prior to your visit and it will not be cleaned again during your stay. Well, I do not clean my home everyday but it would be nice if someone was tidying up my apartment every single day. I stayed in London for 5 full days and my schedule was not very different from the one I have when I am in Athens (my hometown): I wake up early in the morning, I grab a quick coffee and then off to work. I worked from cafeterias (long live free WiFi), I had some downtown meetings (Canary Wharf, you were magnificent) and, once work was done, drinks were in order with friends living there. By 10pm, I was back home to do my next day planning and watch some Netflix before going to bed. I was not a tourist in London, this could have been my “real” life. Returning back to an actual home with all the amenities, made London much more cozier and welcome. Moreover, the finance & accounting department were very happy for the Airbnb. For starters, they got a business invoice from Airbnb so they won’t have any taxing compliance issues. The most important thing though, was that a similar hotel room would have cost the company much more. Was I happy with my Airbnb choice? Definitely. I am really looking forward to my next Airbnb stay, for business or pleasure.

https://medium.com/@jetdrops/airbnb-for-business-travellers-1c54969d3732

[]

2017-10-11 08:20:47.032000+00:00

['Airbnb', 'Travel', 'Business', 'Hotel', 'London']

Title Travelling Business Airbnb itContent Travelling Business Airbnb spent 5 day London business trip November Contrary previous experience decided stay Airbnb apartment hey work digital marketing aware what’s real end product one Silicon Valley’s unicorn Although booked flight August started actively looking apartment midOctober first mistake since good downtown apartment already taken Lucky got great 2 bed home Portobello Let talk little bit home 2 bedroom 2 bathroom fully equipped kitchen living room yes Smart TV Netflix balcony Prior finalize booking research could get amount money 165€ day result devastating 3 star hotel available cannot think reason choose small hotel room Airbnb apartment think couple reason choose hotel Airbnb Contrary hotel airbnb offer breakfast Yes host kind enough provide u couple tip local shop could get breakfast lunch dinner always gonna case upside though wandering around neighborhood looking new place everyday trying unique taste great experience help step comfort zone reason someone could pick hotel everyday cleaning service Unless statedagreed otherwise Airbnb apartment cleaned prior visit cleaned stay Well clean home everyday would nice someone tidying apartment every single day stayed London 5 full day schedule different one Athens hometown wake early morning grab quick coffee work worked cafeteria long live free WiFi downtown meeting Canary Wharf magnificent work done drink order friend living 10pm back home next day planning watch Netflix going bed tourist London could “real” life Returning back actual home amenity made London much cozier welcome Moreover finance accounting department happy Airbnb starter got business invoice Airbnb won’t taxing compliance issue important thing though similar hotel room would cost company much happy Airbnb choice Definitely really looking forward next Airbnb stay business pleasureTags Airbnb Travel Business Hotel London

U.S Favorite Festive Hotels for Christmas & New Year

Here are my favorite festive hotels from Florida to NYC to California for Christmas and New Year. Enjoy hobby lobby 40 off coupon, rental car coupons 50% off. 1. The Westin St. Francis, San Francisco, CA The Westin St. Francis’ claim to fame during the holidays is its Sugar Castle display, created by the hotel’s executive pastry chef, Jean-Francois Houdré, and his team. This year, two large, impressive castles will adorn the lobby along with a tall Christmas tree and other decorations. The hotel also offers a traditional tea service on weekends as well as a dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas day. Another great perk to staying at this property is its location adjacent to San Francisco’s Union Square. Each year, a towering Christmas tree lights up the square and sits beside an ice skating rink, which is open until 11:30pm daily. 2. Bellagio, Las Vegas, NV Sin City may not scream “Christmas!” but Bellagio really gets into the holiday spirit with extravagant decorations. Its Conservatory & Botanical Gardens’ annual Christmas display attracts visitors from all along The Strip. Their horticulturalists set up, among other things, a 42-foot White Fir tree, 28,000 poinsettias, a polar bear made of 12,000 carnations and lights, ornaments and ribbons galore. The display is elaborate and impressively beautiful. Outside, the famous Bellagio Fountains dance to the tune of holiday music, like “Santa Baby,” “O Holy Night” and “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” 3. The Hotel Hershey, Hershey, PA Hersheypark is even sweeter during the holidays, and the variety of stay-and-play packages from The Hotel Hershey will make your visit all the merrier. Choose from themed specials like the Christmas Candylane Package, Breakfast with Santa Package and Lunch with Santa Package. They all include admission to Hershey Sweet Lights, a two-mile drive-thru of 600 illuminated, animated displays, as well as Hersheypark Christmas Candylane, where Christmas activities, music and decorations take over the park along with and Santa and his reindeer. 4. The Plaza, New York City, NY Between the numerous holiday performances and iconic Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center, New York City is a magical destination for the holidays. Staying at The Plaza will make you feel even more festive. Its lobby, already classy, will be gorgeously decorated with ornate wreaths and a glowing Christmas tree. Visitors can enjoy three special tea offerings at The Palm Court: New Yorker Tea, Champagne Tea and Eloise Tea. Kids will have fun at Santa’s Workshop and get the opportunity to take a picture with Santa as well. (Be sure to pre-book an Eloise Rawther Fancy Event with Santa so your kids don’t miss out.) Top off your stay with a horse-drawn carriage ride through Central Park, only blocks away from the hotel. 5. Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville, TN This resort’s “A Country Christmas” theme is already in full swing, and the activities that go along with it are not to be missed. Families in particular will enjoy snow tubing, ice skating, ICE!® (walk-through sculptures carved from 2 million pounds of ice) and carriage rides around the well-decorated, lit-up grounds. Kids will love the Elf on the Shelf® scavenger hunt, gingerbread house decorating and Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical. The Gaylord Opryland really goes all-out to appeal to just about everyone for the holidays. 6. The Breakers, Palm Beach, FL You likely won’t experience a white Christmas in south Florida, but staying at The Breakers will put you in the most cheeriest of moods. Starting on December 20 and lasting into the new year, trees, wreaths, decorations and more than 170,000 lights will transform the property into a magical wonderland. Families can enjoy time with Santa, build gingerbread houses, and attend a Winter Carnival of games and activities. Best of all, the whole family can leave the cooking — and cleanup — to the pros. The hotel will host a lavish Christmas buffet dinner in the Ponce de Leon Ballroom, complete with caviar, sushi, racks of lamb, Alaskan king crab legs and much, much more. Get more kohls 30 percent off promo code

https://medium.com/@hopcomgiunhiet/u-s-favorite-festive-hotels-for-christmas-new-year-37b47668342e

['Hộp Cơm Giữ Nhiệt']

2016-12-13 08:37:48.942000+00:00

['Christmas', 'Travel', 'Hotels']

Title US Favorite Festive Hotels Christmas New YearContent favorite festive hotel Florida NYC California Christmas New Year Enjoy hobby lobby 40 coupon rental car coupon 50 1 Westin St Francis San Francisco CA Westin St Francis’ claim fame holiday Sugar Castle display created hotel’s executive pastry chef JeanFrancois Houdré team year two large impressive castle adorn lobby along tall Christmas tree decoration hotel also offer traditional tea service weekend well dinner Christmas Eve Christmas day Another great perk staying property location adjacent San Francisco’s Union Square year towering Christmas tree light square sits beside ice skating rink open 1130pm daily 2 Bellagio Las Vegas NV Sin City may scream “Christmas” Bellagio really get holiday spirit extravagant decoration Conservatory Botanical Gardens’ annual Christmas display attracts visitor along Strip horticulturalists set among thing 42foot White Fir tree 28000 poinsettia polar bear made 12000 carnation light ornament ribbon galore display elaborate impressively beautiful Outside famous Bellagio Fountains dance tune holiday music like “Santa Baby” “O Holy Night” “The Wonderful Time Year” 3 Hotel Hershey Hershey PA Hersheypark even sweeter holiday variety stayandplay package Hotel Hershey make visit merrier Choose themed special like Christmas Candylane Package Breakfast Santa Package Lunch Santa Package include admission Hershey Sweet Lights twomile drivethru 600 illuminated animated display well Hersheypark Christmas Candylane Christmas activity music decoration take park along Santa reindeer 4 Plaza New York City NY numerous holiday performance iconic Christmas tree Rockefeller Center New York City magical destination holiday Staying Plaza make feel even festive lobby already classy gorgeously decorated ornate wreath glowing Christmas tree Visitors enjoy three special tea offering Palm Court New Yorker Tea Champagne Tea Eloise Tea Kids fun Santa’s Workshop get opportunity take picture Santa well sure prebook Eloise Rawther Fancy Event Santa kid don’t miss Top stay horsedrawn carriage ride Central Park block away hotel 5 Gaylord Opryland Resort Nashville TN resort’s “A Country Christmas” theme already full swing activity go along missed Families particular enjoy snow tubing ice skating ICE® walkthrough sculpture carved 2 million pound ice carriage ride around welldecorated litup ground Kids love Elf Shelf® scavenger hunt gingerbread house decorating Dr Seuss’ Grinch Stole Christmas Musical Gaylord Opryland really go allout appeal everyone holiday 6 Breakers Palm Beach FL likely won’t experience white Christmas south Florida staying Breakers put cheeriest mood Starting December 20 lasting new year tree wreath decoration 170000 light transform property magical wonderland Families enjoy time Santa build gingerbread house attend Winter Carnival game activity Best whole family leave cooking — cleanup — pro hotel host lavish Christmas buffet dinner Ponce de Leon Ballroom complete caviar sushi rack lamb Alaskan king crab leg much much Get kohl 30 percent promo codeTags Christmas Travel Hotels

A Local’s Guide to New York City Nightlife

Tablet’s employees are generally a young and vivacious bunch, and we know a thing or two about New York City after dark. In the spirit of sharing our hard-won expertise, we’re proud to present our personal tips for a night to remember in the city that never sleeps. And for when you actually do decide to sleep, we’ve included the Tablet Plus hotels that offer late check-out, a life-saver after a long night spent living it up. Standard High Line, Fedora & the Park MEATPACKING & WEST VILLAGE The old-school butchers haven’t quite given up the ghost in the Meatpacking District, but they’ve largely been supplanted by velvet-ropers on one hand and tech visionaries on the other (Apple and Google both headquarter their NYC operations here). Further south in the West Village proper, storefronts and cafés and galleries collude to form a picturesque scene just east of the Hudson, due in part to the unusual street layout. You’ll want the legendary Black Label Burger at the Minetta Tavern — it’s a contender for the city’s finest — plus there’s real comfort to be found in the warm, familiar décor and the waiters’ traditional getup. When you’re ready to dance and be amazed, the Park more than suffices; its greenhouse ceiling permits an enchanting variety of plantlife, including adult trees, across its several bars and eating areas. Meanwhile, Fedora maintains a charming supper-club vibe a few steps down from West 4th Street, and the Garret is a speakeasy that’s perfectly hidden away up some stairs in back of a Five Guys burger joint. Plus members sleep late at: The Standard High Line, The Maritime Hotel, The Walker Hotel, The Marlton Hotel. View from The Ludlow, Beauty & Essex & Hotel on Rivington LOWER EAST SIDE & EAST VILLAGE A hint of this classic NYC neighborhood’s gloriously rough-around-the-edges past still resonates, dripping lovable grit like sweat from a frontwoman’s guitar. Sunrise warriors have congregated here for decades to immerse themselves in its bars, clubs, live music venues, galleries, and cramped falafel joints. Case in point: the Back Room on Norfolk, a kitschy evolution of a Prohibition speakeasy cheekily situated at the business end of a nondescript alley. And if the wallpaper and teacups read a little too snobbish, there’s always — and we mean always, it doesn’t close — Veselka, an upscale Ukrainian diner with borscht by the bucketful. For a smidge more risqué, Nurse Bettie fully embraces its burlesque and pinup forebears with wink-and-nod mixed drinks, while Beauty & Essex sequesters heavyweight New American plates and cocktails behind an Essex street pawnshop. Plus members sleep late at: The Ludlow Hotel, Hotel on Rivington. View from The New York EDITION, Casa Mono & Flatiron Room GRAMERCY & FLATIRON Bridging the gap between businessy Midtown and freewheeling Lower Manhattan, these streets are in something of a transitional state at the moment: the slow reinvention of this stretch of Broadway marches on, particularly for hoteliers, while bustling Silicon Alley types and advertising industry professionals ensure a steady crowd between Union and Madison Squares. Join them past sunset at Casa Mono for Michelin-starred haute-Spanish eats, enough to satisfy the tongue without overburdening the stomach. Raines Law Room does brisk business with the in-the-know speakeasy crowd (if you can keep a secret, you have to ring the doorbell at the bottom of a staircase behind an unmarked door). Or go big with live jazz and hundreds of whiskeys, scotches, and bourbons at the Flatiron Room; stop over at Cosme first for wild interpretations of Mexican fine dining by Enrique Olvera. Plus members sleep late at: The New York EDITION, The Roger. The Bryant Park Hotel, Casellula & Viceroy Central Park MIDTOWN & COLUMBUS CIRCLE There’s just so much of Midtown that it’s hard to pin down its essential characteristics beyond a mélange of taxis, neon, high-rises, and purposeful suits; by night the traffic dips somewhat, but the dizzying grid persists. In a way, though, that makes our argument for us: the real-deal joints should reward patient discovery, or at least patient reading of this article. This time of year, too, Midtown decks itself out with extravagant holiday cheer; few things bring out one’s wide-eyed inner child quite so well as the Rockefeller tree glittering from a canyon of skyscrapers. Balance that with a late dinner of pungent cheese and tapas at Casellula, then take a quick stroll down 52nd street to Ardesia for a dedicated wine session among Midtown West locals. Switch things up a bit at Guantanamera, where live Cuban grooves and free hand-rolled cigars on weekends are the order of the day. Or soak up the hard stuff with the mushrooms in béchamel sauce at the Russian Vodka Room. Plus members sleep late at: The Bryant Park Hotel, Viceroy Central Park, The Time, Chambers. Soho Grand Hotel, ZZ’s Clam Bar, Apothéke & The Mercer SOHO Welcome to the land of cast iron and plate glass, an eminently boutiquable and cobblestoned stretch of streets south of Houston. High-fashion outlets keep remarkably late hours, but after a certain point you’ll need fuel in the tank for the long haul. Enter ZZ’s Clam Bar on Thompson street: the apotheosis of reservations-only, haute-shoebox seafood, more experience than dinner, though they’ll make sure you’re sated before you stumble out into the night. Hike south to Chinatown for astounding concoctions by Apothéke’s lab-coat-clad mixologists — just be sure to adhere to their strict dress code past nine in the evening. Nearby, Whiskey Tavern slings its titular spirits and late-night eats in a dressed-down ambience, while Estela plates creative Mediterranean specialties until midnight right on Houston. Plus members sleep late at: The Mercer, Soho Grand Hotel, Crosby Street Hotel, NOMO SOHO. The Roxy Hotel Tribeca, Bubby’s & Smyth, a Thompson Hotel TRIBECA Best to look sharp around these parts, firstly, as many a celebrity haunts the ultra-stylish Triangle Below Canal Street, cut largely from the same cobblestone-and-repurposed-industrial cloth as SoHo. Monied charisma abounds, infusing its brick façades and trendsetting eateries with outsize designer ambition. Yves offers the perfect mood for late-date dining, pairing simple and wholesome ingredients with impressively artful presentation. And there’s no better place to study brandy than at the Brandy Library — engage the bartender for a master class in this underappreciated brown liquor. Turn it into a bonafide bar crawl at Belle Reve — stained glass, live music, house burgers until three in the morning — then give in to comfort cravings at Bubby’s, which features just-right chicken and waffles in addition to an adorable name. Plus members sleep late at: The Roxy Hotel, Smyth, a Thompson Hotel. Interested in New York boutique hotels? Check out the Top 10 boutique hotels in New York.

https://medium.com/@TabletHotels/long-nights-late-check-outs-77869b54cad2

['Tablet Hotels', 'A Michelin Experience']

2017-01-25 19:06:02.041000+00:00

['Travel', 'New York', 'Hotels']

Title Local’s Guide New York City NightlifeContent Tablet’s employee generally young vivacious bunch know thing two New York City dark spirit sharing hardwon expertise we’re proud present personal tip night remember city never sleep actually decide sleep we’ve included Tablet Plus hotel offer late checkout lifesaver long night spent living Standard High Line Fedora Park MEATPACKING WEST VILLAGE oldschool butcher haven’t quite given ghost Meatpacking District they’ve largely supplanted velvetropers one hand tech visionary Apple Google headquarter NYC operation south West Village proper storefront cafés gallery collude form picturesque scene east Hudson due part unusual street layout You’ll want legendary Black Label Burger Minetta Tavern — it’s contender city’s finest — plus there’s real comfort found warm familiar décor waiters’ traditional getup you’re ready dance amazed Park suffices greenhouse ceiling permit enchanting variety plantlife including adult tree across several bar eating area Meanwhile Fedora maintains charming supperclub vibe step West 4th Street Garret speakeasy that’s perfectly hidden away stair back Five Guys burger joint Plus member sleep late Standard High Line Maritime Hotel Walker Hotel Marlton Hotel View Ludlow Beauty Essex Hotel Rivington LOWER EAST SIDE EAST VILLAGE hint classic NYC neighborhood’s gloriously rougharoundtheedges past still resonates dripping lovable grit like sweat frontwoman’s guitar Sunrise warrior congregated decade immerse bar club live music venue gallery cramped falafel joint Case point Back Room Norfolk kitschy evolution Prohibition speakeasy cheekily situated business end nondescript alley wallpaper teacup read little snobbish there’s always — mean always doesn’t close — Veselka upscale Ukrainian diner borscht bucketful smidge risqué Nurse Bettie fully embrace burlesque pinup forebear winkandnod mixed drink Beauty Essex sequesters heavyweight New American plate cocktail behind Essex street pawnshop Plus member sleep late Ludlow Hotel Hotel Rivington View New York EDITION Casa Mono Flatiron Room GRAMERCY FLATIRON Bridging gap businessy Midtown freewheeling Lower Manhattan street something transitional state moment slow reinvention stretch Broadway march particularly hotelier bustling Silicon Alley type advertising industry professional ensure steady crowd Union Madison Squares Join past sunset Casa Mono Michelinstarred hauteSpanish eats enough satisfy tongue without overburdening stomach Raines Law Room brisk business intheknow speakeasy crowd keep secret ring doorbell bottom staircase behind unmarked door go big live jazz hundred whiskey scotch bourbon Flatiron Room stop Cosme first wild interpretation Mexican fine dining Enrique Olvera Plus member sleep late New York EDITION Roger Bryant Park Hotel Casellula Viceroy Central Park MIDTOWN COLUMBUS CIRCLE There’s much Midtown it’s hard pin essential characteristic beyond mélange taxi neon highrises purposeful suit night traffic dip somewhat dizzying grid persists way though make argument u realdeal joint reward patient discovery least patient reading article time year Midtown deck extravagant holiday cheer thing bring one’s wideeyed inner child quite well Rockefeller tree glittering canyon skyscraper Balance late dinner pungent cheese tapa Casellula take quick stroll 52nd street Ardesia dedicated wine session among Midtown West local Switch thing bit Guantanamera live Cuban groove free handrolled cigar weekend order day soak hard stuff mushroom béchamel sauce Russian Vodka Room Plus member sleep late Bryant Park Hotel Viceroy Central Park Time Chambers Soho Grand Hotel ZZ’s Clam Bar Apothéke Mercer SOHO Welcome land cast iron plate glass eminently boutiquable cobblestoned stretch street south Houston Highfashion outlet keep remarkably late hour certain point you’ll need fuel tank long haul Enter ZZ’s Clam Bar Thompson street apotheosis reservationsonly hauteshoebox seafood experience dinner though they’ll make sure you’re sated stumble night Hike south Chinatown astounding concoction Apothéke’s labcoatclad mixologist — sure adhere strict dress code past nine evening Nearby Whiskey Tavern sling titular spirit latenight eats dresseddown ambience Estela plate creative Mediterranean specialty midnight right Houston Plus member sleep late Mercer Soho Grand Hotel Crosby Street Hotel NOMO SOHO Roxy Hotel Tribeca Bubby’s Smyth Thompson Hotel TRIBECA Best look sharp around part firstly many celebrity haunt ultrastylish Triangle Canal Street cut largely cobblestoneandrepurposedindustrial cloth SoHo Monied charisma abounds infusing brick façades trendsetting eatery outsize designer ambition Yves offer perfect mood latedate dining pairing simple wholesome ingredient impressively artful presentation there’s better place study brandy Brandy Library — engage bartender master class underappreciated brown liquor Turn bonafide bar crawl Belle Reve — stained glass live music house burger three morning — give comfort craving Bubby’s feature justright chicken waffle addition adorable name Plus member sleep late Roxy Hotel Smyth Thompson Hotel Interested New York boutique hotel Check Top 10 boutique hotel New YorkTags Travel New York Hotels

Dog-friendly retreat with treats! Pawsome Staycation!

We are big fans of Lord Crewe Arms in Blanchland and have already visited several times before. This time was different. Our mischievous dachshund had arrived in early 2020 and was now settled in or ruling the roost more like. We needed a break. A treat for us all. Lockdown had ended and hotels were open again. Lord Crewe was our go-to escape and now more than ever we needed that. Plus they are a dog-friendly hotel. Yippee! High paws all round! Arrival and check-in New covid secure procedures were in place on arrival and we had a great welcome from a 2m safe distance. Our pooch got the attention he loves and so was settled-in in no time. We were shown to our room which was located across the road from the main building. As usual, the room was well laid out, cosy and welcoming. Bonus points on this visit as we had our own stove. Let the fire building commence! Pooch Extras We had booked the Pawsome Retreat package and so extras were left in the room. Treats, bowl, Lily’s kitchen food, cosy bed, and a dog food menu were all provided and had him rubbing his paws together in anticipation. Due to the room being away from the main building it allowed easy exit for taking breaks with our pooch when nature called. I must admit a daxie bark sounds ten times louder in a tranquil location such as Blanchland! Dining Our package included an evening meal with a glass of wine plus breakfast. Lord Crewe has dog-friendly areas where you can take dogs so they can dine with you. Food and drink were excellent as usual and all staff were really friendly. For convenience, we dined in our room for breakfast which was very tasty. Value for Money A stay at Lord Crewe Arms isn’t the cheapest option and neither should it be. Location, food quality, and staff are all excellent and well worth it as a treat. We can’t wait to return! Scores on the Paws rating 5 Pawsome — Pooch Heaven Links Lord Crewe Arms, The Square, Blanchland, Consett, DH8 9SP Dog and Bone: 01434 677 100 Web: lordcrewearmsblanchland.co.uk Due to ongoing restrictions Lord Crewe Arms are hibernating for the winter and due to reopen on Friday 5th March 2021.

https://medium.com/@staywagwoof/dog-friendly-retreat-with-treats-pawsome-staycation-98e55953f687

['Stay', 'Wag']

2021-01-29 09:01:17.883000+00:00

['Staycation', 'Hotel']

Title Dogfriendly retreat treat Pawsome StaycationContent big fan Lord Crewe Arms Blanchland already visited several time time different mischievous dachshund arrived early 2020 settled ruling roost like needed break treat u Lockdown ended hotel open Lord Crewe goto escape ever needed Plus dogfriendly hotel Yippee High paw round Arrival checkin New covid secure procedure place arrival great welcome 2m safe distance pooch got attention love settledin time shown room located across road main building usual room well laid cosy welcoming Bonus point visit stove Let fire building commence Pooch Extras booked Pawsome Retreat package extra left room Treats bowl Lily’s kitchen food cosy bed dog food menu provided rubbing paw together anticipation Due room away main building allowed easy exit taking break pooch nature called must admit daxie bark sound ten time louder tranquil location Blanchland Dining package included evening meal glass wine plus breakfast Lord Crewe dogfriendly area take dog dine Food drink excellent usual staff really friendly convenience dined room breakfast tasty Value Money stay Lord Crewe Arms isn’t cheapest option neither Location food quality staff excellent well worth treat can’t wait return Scores Paws rating 5 Pawsome — Pooch Heaven Links Lord Crewe Arms Square Blanchland Consett DH8 9SP Dog Bone 01434 677 100 Web lordcrewearmsblanchlandcouk Due ongoing restriction Lord Crewe Arms hibernating winter due reopen Friday 5th March 2021Tags Staycation Hotel

Enjoy Summer Vacation in Brazil

Brazil is a beautiful country by having an outstanding and also unique character. summertime vacation in Brazil might be enjoyable as well as interesting for any type of kind of traveler. Brazil is One of one of the most popular country in South America. things to know when taking a trip, researching, or employed in Brazil or with Brazilian firms or federal government would be to keep in mind the sacredness of the summer trip, or ferias de verao. For university student, the break could last from mid- or possibly early December to February, and grownups usually have a vacation during this time around of year. Areas of the federal government shut down from Christmas with the start of February, like the High court. Depending on when Carnival drops, points typically introduce once again soon after. When traveling in Brazil It’s remember this that this time around of year is peak season. Despite the fact that New Year’s Eve and also Carnival are normally one of the most pricey components of high period, January and February are high period for Brazilians to travel. Besides greater prices, just what this means is much more crowded hotels, buses, trips, and also cruises. Conducting business in January and also February in Brazil is similar to doing business in the US in July or August. Many individuals run out the workplace, and projects tend to relocate a bit much more slowly up until after Circus. When examining in Brazil, which indicates that courses do not start until February or maybe March, which January is actually a hassle-free time to take a trip in between semesters. Other busy times during the year include Easter week as well as the months of July, when Brazilian schools and also colleges place their winter season break, and August, when most Europeans as well as Americans see throughout the summer holiday. This could be the worst time of year to check out, costs rise considerably, and apart from in the north and areas of the Northeast, the climate might be iffy and also totally chilly from Rio de Janeiro southward. Twelve months in Rio, I experienced through 4 straight weeks of rain, as well as temperature levels just 5 to 10 Celsius (40s-50s Fahrenheit) are not unusual in the south. If you wish to utilize the ideal deals and still have great climate, think about visiting Brazil in September or October. The spring climate implies warm days in São Paulo, Iguaçu, and also Rio, and exotic heat otherwise, in the Amazon as well as the Pantanal, you will certainly exist right before the wet period starts. Being an included reward, in Rio you could participate in some of the samba institution rehearsals because they prepare yourself for Carnaval (yes, they start 4 months early). One various other excellent duration for a go to is after Carnaval (very early to mid-Mar, with regard to the dates) through May, when you are able make use of low-season prices, particularly in hotels, while still delighting in excellent weather. Brazil climate information It does not matter which time of year you pick to see Brazil, you can take your swimsuit with you! Most of Brazil depends on the tropics, so there’s minimal variation in temperature levels within the north part of the nation, it’s cozy throughout the year. The more south you travel, the better varied temperature levels will be — although never ever as different because they remain in Europe. March to November are dry months and December to February are damp months in Southern Brazil. Throughout the Brazilian winter months (June to September) the aspects in Rio as well as the bordering location approaches the summertime in Northern Europe. The (rainfall) forest areas Pantanal and the Amazon.com, are warm and also damp throughout the year. Tropical north eastern Brazil has two periods, but you’ll rarely observe any kind of distinction in between the 2. The average temperature is 23 ° to 27 ° C throughout the year. Besides the fact that life as always tends to come to a halt throughout this period of year, it’s additionally vital to keep in mind exactly how essential leisure time is in Brazil. Holiday, R&R, as well as spending some time off of work and also institution is truly an important part of Brazilian society, consequently the summertime is a time to place aside tension and join good friends and also household at the coastline, the mountains, or just in a backyard barbecue. So even when you remain in the North Hemisphere, it’s essential to bear in mind that in Brazil, it’s summertime, and it’s time for you to take it easy

https://medium.com/@stunningvacationtips/enjoy-summer-vacation-in-brazil-2751c7d7fd49

['Larue Crandall']

2016-12-15 15:22:27.931000+00:00

['Airlines', 'Hotels', 'Travel', 'Traveling', 'Trip']

Title Enjoy Summer Vacation BrazilContent Brazil beautiful country outstanding also unique character summertime vacation Brazil might enjoyable well interesting type kind traveler Brazil One one popular country South America thing know taking trip researching employed Brazil Brazilian firm federal government would keep mind sacredness summer trip feria de verao university student break could last mid possibly early December February grownup usually vacation time around year Areas federal government shut Christmas start February like High court Depending Carnival drop point typically introduce soon traveling Brazil It’s remember time around year peak season Despite fact New Year’s Eve also Carnival normally one pricey component high period January February high period Brazilians travel Besides greater price mean much crowded hotel bus trip also cruise Conducting business January also February Brazil similar business US July August Many individual run workplace project tend relocate bit much slowly Circus examining Brazil indicates course start February maybe March January actually hasslefree time take trip semester busy time year include Easter week well month July Brazilian school also college place winter season break August Europeans well Americans see throughout summer holiday could worst time year check cost rise considerably apart north area Northeast climate might iffy also totally chilly Rio de Janeiro southward Twelve month Rio experienced 4 straight week rain well temperature level 5 10 Celsius 40s50s Fahrenheit unusual south wish utilize ideal deal still great climate think visiting Brazil September October spring climate implies warm day São Paulo Iguaçu also Rio exotic heat otherwise Amazon well Pantanal certainly exist right wet period start included reward Rio could participate samba institution rehearsal prepare Carnaval yes start 4 month early One various excellent duration go Carnaval early midMar regard date May able make use lowseason price particularly hotel still delighting excellent weather Brazil climate information matter time year pick see Brazil take swimsuit Brazil depends tropic there’s minimal variation temperature level within north part nation it’s cozy throughout year south travel better varied temperature level — although never ever different remain Europe March November dry month December February damp month Southern Brazil Throughout Brazilian winter month June September aspect Rio well bordering location approach summertime Northern Europe rainfall forest area Pantanal Amazoncom warm also damp throughout year Tropical north eastern Brazil two period you’ll rarely observe kind distinction 2 average temperature 23 ° 27 ° C throughout year Besides fact life always tends come halt throughout period year it’s additionally vital keep mind exactly essential leisure time Brazil Holiday RR well spending time work also institution truly important part Brazilian society consequently summertime time place aside tension join good friend also household coastline mountain backyard barbecue even remain North Hemisphere it’s essential bear mind Brazil it’s summertime it’s time take easyTags Airlines Hotels Travel Traveling Trip

Curious men flock to Hilton hotel in Sanya after sexy blogger offers ‘free sex’

Curious men flock to Hilton hotel in Sanya after sexy blogger offers ‘free sex’ After groups of men began arriving at her hotel door, the woman tried to explain that her offer was only a joke A sultry blogger recently set off a veritable stampede of men to a Hainan hotel after posting a message on social media offering “free sex.” Last Thursday night, the woman, Ye Mouyi, who goes by the username Qianjin Yeye (千金怡怡), posted on Weibo and WeChat a brief message saying: “Who’s coming to find me… to have sex… for free… 6316.” That number was Ye’s hotel room, while the message was geotagged, placing her at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel overlooking Sanya’s Haitang Bay. The post was also accompanied by a video showing Ye in her bikini inside her hotel room. Social media rumors claim that around 3,000 people showed up at the hotel after reading Ye’s message. While that is almost certainly an exaggeration, a number of men did make their way to the Hilton, even going so far as to knock on Ye’s door, while others chose to call up the hotel’s front desk and ask for more information about the occupant of Room 6316. One guy even uploaded a video of himself giddily walking the hotel’s halls and arriving at Ye’s room. And here’s a photo of what allegedly was going on in neighboring Room 6315 that night. Ye quickly came to regret her message, imploring people to stop forwarding it around, claiming that she was only joking. Eventually, she was forced to call the front desk and have hotel employees escort her out of the building. According to the Beijing News, after receiving complaints from the hotel, local police launched an investigation into the matter, apprehending Ye the following day at the airport. Ye admitted to sending out the post to attract more social media followers. On charges of prostitution and disrupting the hotel’s busines, she has been placed under detention for 15 days, fined 500 yuan, and has had her Weibo account taken down. [Images via Beijing News]

https://medium.com/shanghaiist/curious-men-flock-to-hilton-hotel-in-sanya-after-sexy-blogger-offers-free-sex-a1e7938ecdb2

[]

2018-03-06 13:01:07.219000+00:00

['Social Media', 'Sex', 'China', 'Prostitution', 'Hotel']

Title Curious men flock Hilton hotel Sanya sexy blogger offer ‘free sex’Content Curious men flock Hilton hotel Sanya sexy blogger offer ‘free sex’ group men began arriving hotel door woman tried explain offer joke sultry blogger recently set veritable stampede men Hainan hotel posting message social medium offering “free sex” Last Thursday night woman Ye Mouyi go username Qianjin Yeye 千金怡怡 posted Weibo WeChat brief message saying “Who’s coming find me… sex… free… 6316” number Ye’s hotel room message geotagged placing DoubleTree Resort Hilton Hotel overlooking Sanya’s Haitang Bay post also accompanied video showing Ye bikini inside hotel room Social medium rumor claim around 3000 people showed hotel reading Ye’s message almost certainly exaggeration number men make way Hilton even going far knock Ye’s door others chose call hotel’s front desk ask information occupant Room 6316 One guy even uploaded video giddily walking hotel’s hall arriving Ye’s room here’s photo allegedly going neighboring Room 6315 night Ye quickly came regret message imploring people stop forwarding around claiming joking Eventually forced call front desk hotel employee escort building According Beijing News receiving complaint hotel local police launched investigation matter apprehending Ye following day airport Ye admitted sending post attract social medium follower charge prostitution disrupting hotel’s busines placed detention 15 day fined 500 yuan Weibo account taken Images via Beijing NewsTags Social Media Sex China Prostitution Hotel

Digital Skills You Need Before Kickstarting a Career in Hospitality.

In order to reach potential clients, you need to leverage on the powerful influence of the digital world. As a career person in hospitality, you need to have necessary knowledge about the digitalization of the hospitality industry. The following are five digital skills you need to possess as a hospitality career person: -1- CONTENT MARKETING: Making use of the right words to attract your prospects is very important. You should be able to come up with great content for your target audience. Any content you share must be relevant, easyto-read, straight-to- point, engaging and directive. -2- SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT: You should have a pretty good knowledge of how social media runs. Millions of your prospects are chilling on these platforms, you need to find the right way to get to them. Know how Instagram works, as well as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. -3- GRAPHICS DESIGN: There is a need for your business page to look appealing at a glance. This is possible if your visual contents are eyefriendly. You can outsource this to a graphics design agency if you find it stressful or difficult. -4- EMAIL MARKETING: Being able to contact your existing customers and prospects via email is a needed skill. Email marketing also enables you to introduce your offers and new services to your customers. And the conversion rate via email marketing has been recorded to be high. -5- FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM ADS: Presently, businesses are taking their services to Facebook and Instagram. They even pay for the paid sponsored adverts to reach a larger audience base. Knowing how to set up ads on these platforms is a valuable skill. Which of these skills are you yet to posses? Share with me in the comment section.

https://medium.com/@thehospitalityqueen/digital-skills-you-need-before-kickstarting-a-career-in-hospitality-9948755dbf0b

['Yvonne Joseph', 'The Hospitality Queen']

2020-12-10 00:07:57.322000+00:00

['Digital Marketing', 'Digital Skills', 'Hotel', 'Hotel Management', 'Hotel Marketing']

Title Digital Skills Need Kickstarting Career HospitalityContent order reach potential client need leverage powerful influence digital world career person hospitality need necessary knowledge digitalization hospitality industry following five digital skill need posse hospitality career person 1 CONTENT MARKETING Making use right word attract prospect important able come great content target audience content share must relevant easytoread straightto point engaging directive 2 SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT pretty good knowledge social medium run Millions prospect chilling platform need find right way get Know Instagram work well Facebook Twitter LinkedIn 3 GRAPHICS DESIGN need business page look appealing glance possible visual content eyefriendly outsource graphic design agency find stressful difficult 4 EMAIL MARKETING able contact existing customer prospect via email needed skill Email marketing also enables introduce offer new service customer conversion rate via email marketing recorded high 5 FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM ADS Presently business taking service Facebook Instagram even pay paid sponsored advert reach larger audience base Knowing set ad platform valuable skill skill yet posse Share comment sectionTags Digital Marketing Digital Skills Hotel Hotel Management Hotel Marketing

Consumer Changes and the Influence of the Hospitality Industry

Gone are the days when we were suppose to stand in a long queue for check-in, calling a waiter to order food or for experiencing a bad service. Nowadays hospitality industry is changing innovatively and adapting the smart technologies and trends to fulfill the consumer’s preference. With the smartphone trend, now customers can easily check-in to the room with a single click and also they can control the room temperature with the mobile apps. Customers are becoming more sophisticated in the hospitality industry. According to that hospitality industry is creating new trends on the guest experience by maximizing the convenience through digital technologies. Here are few customer preferences that influence on the hospitality industry. 1. Simpler Online Booking Online hotel booking has become simpler than ever. Many hotels and restaurants are also providing different websites for customers to decide which hotel is best and where to reside. As the internet world is moving more and more towards simplicity, customers are expecting easy way to book hotel rooms. Nowadays hotels and restaurants are creating responsive websites and mobile apps so that customers can easily seek for their favorite hotel and they can book hotel within a few seconds. 2. Technology for Personalized Service The main purpose of technology in the hospitality industry is to increase efficiency and to improve personalized services for the customers. Today, technology in the hospitality industry is gaining more popularity and travelers are increasingly demanding for the self-sufficiency service through online and mobile apps for check-in and out, ordering food, mobile concierge and many more. As hoteliers adapt innovative and connected technologies, it’s the best way to provide more personalized services to the customers. 3. Luxury Lobbies are Turning Into Interaction Place Nowadays luxury lobbies have become interaction place for the customers where they can have coffee and interact with the other people. Many hoteliers are adapting mobile apps so that customers can easily go though the food menus, tourist places and entertainment part. This will be a great idea to engage hotel guests in the lobby. 4. Social Media Presence Nowadays social media presence has become more vital for the hospitality industry. Creating brand awareness and engaging customers by posting blogs and sharing images, photos, real experience and reviews in the social media can create your brand name. This also proves to be an effective platform for providing the best customer service in a better way. 5. Go Green Policies As per the US government, hotel industries need to adapt eco friendly policies. So hospitality industry is implementing green policies in a better way. Hotels are using LED lighting, which is more efficient compared to other. And installation of energy efficient computing devices and other equipments can help hotels in reducing electric bills. In spite of adapting with the many new changes that are brought from the advanced technologies, there are still many things to enhance with the core offerings of the hospitality industry. So along with the advanced technology, customer service and food quality are the fundamental pillars of this industry.

https://medium.com/@info.elisthunter/consumer-changes-and-the-influence-of-the-hospitality-industry-2a077f4df416

['Johnathan Walker']

2016-12-27 07:04:56.293000+00:00

['Tech', 'Hotel']

Title Consumer Changes Influence Hospitality IndustryContent Gone day suppose stand long queue checkin calling waiter order food experiencing bad service Nowadays hospitality industry changing innovatively adapting smart technology trend fulfill consumer’s preference smartphone trend customer easily checkin room single click also control room temperature mobile apps Customers becoming sophisticated hospitality industry According hospitality industry creating new trend guest experience maximizing convenience digital technology customer preference influence hospitality industry 1 Simpler Online Booking Online hotel booking become simpler ever Many hotel restaurant also providing different website customer decide hotel best reside internet world moving towards simplicity customer expecting easy way book hotel room Nowadays hotel restaurant creating responsive website mobile apps customer easily seek favorite hotel book hotel within second 2 Technology Personalized Service main purpose technology hospitality industry increase efficiency improve personalized service customer Today technology hospitality industry gaining popularity traveler increasingly demanding selfsufficiency service online mobile apps checkin ordering food mobile concierge many hotelier adapt innovative connected technology it’s best way provide personalized service customer 3 Luxury Lobbies Turning Interaction Place Nowadays luxury lobby become interaction place customer coffee interact people Many hotelier adapting mobile apps customer easily go though food menu tourist place entertainment part great idea engage hotel guest lobby 4 Social Media Presence Nowadays social medium presence become vital hospitality industry Creating brand awareness engaging customer posting blog sharing image photo real experience review social medium create brand name also prof effective platform providing best customer service better way 5 Go Green Policies per US government hotel industry need adapt eco friendly policy hospitality industry implementing green policy better way Hotels using LED lighting efficient compared installation energy efficient computing device equipment help hotel reducing electric bill spite adapting many new change brought advanced technology still many thing enhance core offering hospitality industry along advanced technology customer service food quality fundamental pillar industryTags Tech Hotel

The Top 4 Most Popular Hotel Management Software Apps

Originally published on Capterra’s Hotel Management Blog From on-premise to cloud computing, things are shaking up in the world of hotel property management software. As wearable tech trends begin to revolutionize luxury and resort hotels, mobile capabilities are also making it possible for hotel staff to manage their property’s operations away from the front desk. With the new reliance on mobile, hotel management software apps are growing in popularity with many hospitality property management and vacation rental software solutions cashing in on mobile capabilities. But instead of simply listing popular hotel software with mobile functionality, I’ve found four hotel management apps if you wish to operate your property on your smartphone, tablet, or even smartwatch. Let’s get started. ALICE features both department specific apps (Staff, Guest, and Concierge) as well as an overarching suite you can use for better operating efficiency across your property. With ALICE Staff, users can expect features like internal messaging to keep in touch with staff members as well as the ability manage and assign tickets. ALICE Concierge is helpful for those at the front desk, enabling employees to integrate your PMS system to access important guest information and allowing you to track all requests within one system, including incidents, reservations, transportation services, wake up calls, and more. What’s most exciting about this app is its Guest component, where guests can voice their needs and desires, giving them real-time status updates and notification on the progress of a particular service. Guest tracking metrics are also available on all requests and reservations. ALICE is available for both iOS and Android operating systems. Cost: Pricing information for ALICE isn’t listed publicly, but you can contact customer service for a quote here. Erziman Asaliyev’s hotel management app is a great option for hotel managers on the go who still want to keep tabs on their property. Nano Hotel Booking accomplishes much of the same work as traditional desktop-based solutions, including a calendar that informs users of room occupancies and vacancies as well as how many rooms will be freed up in a set period of time. Rooms undergoing construction can also be marked off. Users additionally have the option to craft seasonal prices and record each room’s appliances, such as a refrigerator, TV, or telephone. Nano Hotel Booking and Property Management is compatible with iOS systems. Cost: $2.99 In addition to being a booking engine, Roombler enables unlimited users to work within the app, something traditional hospitality property management usually caps. Users can drag and drop bookings for sudden reservation date changes, add multiple rooms to a single reservation, and add charges and payments to a booking. Users can also integrate online travel sites, such as Booking.com and Expedia, with more coming down the pipeline, including Airbnb. And if these features aren’t convincing enough, Roombler assures no training is necessary, hopefully meaning…………………….. Read the entire article now

https://medium.com/@CapterraHotel/the-top-4-most-popular-hotel-management-software-apps-630ccea4275a

['Capterra Hotel Mgmt']

2016-12-15 13:40:18.500000+00:00

['Startup', 'Travel', 'Hotel', 'Hospitality', 'Property Management']

Title Top 4 Popular Hotel Management Software AppsContent Originally published Capterra’s Hotel Management Blog onpremise cloud computing thing shaking world hotel property management software wearable tech trend begin revolutionize luxury resort hotel mobile capability also making possible hotel staff manage property’s operation away front desk new reliance mobile hotel management software apps growing popularity many hospitality property management vacation rental software solution cashing mobile capability instead simply listing popular hotel software mobile functionality I’ve found four hotel management apps wish operate property smartphone tablet even smartwatch Let’s get started ALICE feature department specific apps Staff Guest Concierge well overarching suite use better operating efficiency across property ALICE Staff user expect feature like internal messaging keep touch staff member well ability manage assign ticket ALICE Concierge helpful front desk enabling employee integrate PMS system access important guest information allowing track request within one system including incident reservation transportation service wake call What’s exciting app Guest component guest voice need desire giving realtime status update notification progress particular service Guest tracking metric also available request reservation ALICE available iOS Android operating system Cost Pricing information ALICE isn’t listed publicly contact customer service quote Erziman Asaliyev’s hotel management app great option hotel manager go still want keep tab property Nano Hotel Booking accomplishes much work traditional desktopbased solution including calendar informs user room occupancy vacancy well many room freed set period time Rooms undergoing construction also marked Users additionally option craft seasonal price record room’s appliance refrigerator TV telephone Nano Hotel Booking Property Management compatible iOS system Cost 299 addition booking engine Roombler enables unlimited user work within app something traditional hospitality property management usually cap Users drag drop booking sudden reservation date change add multiple room single reservation add charge payment booking Users also integrate online travel site Bookingcom Expedia coming pipeline including Airbnb feature aren’t convincing enough Roombler assures training necessary hopefully meaning…………………… Read entire article nowTags Startup Travel Hotel Hospitality Property Management

New Hotel In Phuket

New Hotel In Phuket Founder and CEO of Veranda, Verawat Ongvasith, spoke to Bangkok Post about a new hotel in Phuket that is being currently designed. «We expect to start construction by the third quarter of 2021, then we will wait for a recovery in the tourism market before launching residential units for sale,” he said. “The Phuket tourism sector is likely to bounce back in the second half next year.» The project will comprise four-storey towers with a total of 150 hotel rooms, branded and operated by the Veranda Resort. It will also include residences under a separate brand, in two-storey buildings for condo units and villas. “Covid-19 has driven Thailand to stand out as one of the world’s safest destinations. When vaccines are available, Phuket will attract vacation home demand from foreigners”, — says Veranda CEO. Mr. Verawat believes in a positive scenario for 2021, assuming a vaccine becomes available in Europe, which is a key traveller market for Thailand. «An influx of tourists from Europe will return quicker than expected in 2021 as they will be able to travel anywhere around the world once they get vaccines, no matter if people in those destinations are vaccinated or not», — he added.

https://medium.com/modihost/new-hotel-in-phuket-e95e3d4d0b4a

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2020-12-30 09:43:07.090000+00:00

['Hospitality', 'Hms', 'Hotel', 'Business']

Title New Hotel PhuketContent New Hotel Phuket Founder CEO Veranda Verawat Ongvasith spoke Bangkok Post new hotel Phuket currently designed «We expect start construction third quarter 2021 wait recovery tourism market launching residential unit sale” said “The Phuket tourism sector likely bounce back second half next year» project comprise fourstorey tower total 150 hotel room branded operated Veranda Resort also include residence separate brand twostorey building condo unit villa “Covid19 driven Thailand stand one world’s safest destination vaccine available Phuket attract vacation home demand foreigners” — say Veranda CEO Mr Verawat belief positive scenario 2021 assuming vaccine becomes available Europe key traveller market Thailand «An influx tourist Europe return quicker expected 2021 able travel anywhere around world get vaccine matter people destination vaccinated not» — addedTags Hospitality Hms Hotel Business

A millennials confession letter

A millennials confession letter Wyndham Grand Manama When it comes to the success of a business model in the year 2017, your formula is as complex as it gets. The margin for error is just so small, if you take half a step too late or too early your not really going to make it, an employee too shy or too talkative and you lost a customer, the timing required in every decision is so critical. and for the first time in history, you actually don’t get a second chance! what the hell is happening? So many things have happened in the past 10 years, oh wait 10 days probably, hell no there was a product launch 10 minutes ago, but I’m not boring you or myself with a history lesson because the moment I get into that I understand that I will lose another reader! Millennials are here, that’s what happened. Millennials have exceeded Baby Boomers as the largest target market audience, as a customer and indeed as your employee! according to population estimates released recently by the U.S. Census Bureau.Millennials; a segment of the population that were born between 1977 and 2000, now number 75.4 million in the united states, surpassing the 74.9 million Baby Boomers (ages 51–69). So Who are Millennials? what do they want? Millennials will actually be 75% of the global workplace by 2025, still, think 2025 is too far, it’s actually in 8 years. they are a population half of which considers themselves politically unaffiliated and they have the highest number of friends on facebook 60% of them have posted a selfie or more on social media sites , and most of them receive about 60+ texts a day but you have read just too many statistics and you want to hear it from an actual perennial, well here it goes Travel and new experiences peak my interest above anything else, Uber and Airbnb have replaced my Cab and Hotel, yet I’m still very loyal to that trending hotel on 5th Avenue in New York just because it’s the place to be, my personal life will be more bothered by losing the PC or my phone than maybe my car! I love to try new brands and have finally settled down on a favorite drink, which I’m sure will change in the coming year or two, 30% of my day will go on a combination of WhatsApp, emails, and social media , yet I’m eager to dedicate a similar amount of time to learn a new skill, Instead of reading my books I listen to them on a mobile application called audiable and instead of grocery shopping I use a mobile application that delivers my groceries at the time I need them. If a brand doesn’t adjust to my needs I find another one, and if there is no brand that caters to my needs I start convincing investors to fund one, I don’t bother to type my “i” in capital because I know my PC is smart enough to do that for me, my father’s generation will call this lazy and I will call this smart, I value honesty and I respect my superiors but I do not hesitate to point them wrong when they are! I voice out my opinion to the brand I use because I want to belong, and because I know my opinion will help shape it, and if the brand doesn’t listen I speak to another one. as an Employee I’m inspired by greatness, I grow up watching success of brands like google and apple and I am hungry for greatness, if you want to capture my attention you better be good at it, and there has to be something in it for me, I don’t mind making a mistake but I do mind coming in second. After spending almost 5 years of my career with one brand I decided that my learning curve has ended and it’s time to experience something new, at the time of my job hunt I had a difficult choice between 3 employers and I really think if you’re planning to hire or cater to a millennial one day you’ll be interested in the reasons behind my choice. My interview was casual, after the regular screening from Human Resources I had a cup of coffee with my new boss to be, after your typical Q&A session he explained to me his understanding of the trends of this market and verbally confirmed that he believes I’m the right man for the job, after finalising the details of the package and benefits, it was one sentence that made me chose this job,it was his quest for greatness rather than ordinary, his words were crystal clear: “I’m looking for a team to do something great or not do it at all Basel!” sounds simple, and basic, but as a marketing professional that was one of the essential messages that I try to live by every day, not every video you post on youtube goes viral, and not every advert you create will have your expected return on investment, unless you aim for greatness, you will fail! and there it was, knowing that I would have the support of someone that wants to achieve greatness is all it took, next thing you know I was the new Director of Marketing at the Wyndham Grand Manama. (hotel picture above) That greatness attitude was applied from day 1, the hotel building I entered was constructed with the objective of greatness in mind, our first brainstorming session was held to discuss suite room benefits, and after a heavy session we crossed all our ideas and started over, although every idea that has been applied and succeeded was interesting, we wanted every detail of our guest experience to be something that people will talk about, we want every single choice we make to be your next Instagram post, or your inspired tweet, and that’s why this hotel will succeed, in attracting the best talent, and later on the best customer there is in town! it speaking the language of Millennials before it was even built on a promotional folder of the building, there was a quote, I’ll end with it! “There are 360 degrees, so why stick to one?”― Zaha Hadid

https://medium.com/@baselq/a-millennials-confession-letter-61b8900d5623

['Basel Qabouq']

2017-01-04 11:03:21.853000+00:00

['Leadership', 'Millennials', 'Management', 'Hotel', 'Marketing']

Title millennials confession letterContent millennials confession letter Wyndham Grand Manama come success business model year 2017 formula complex get margin error small take half step late early really going make employee shy talkative lost customer timing required every decision critical first time history actually don’t get second chance hell happening many thing happened past 10 year oh wait 10 day probably hell product launch 10 minute ago I’m boring history lesson moment get understand lose another reader Millennials that’s happened Millennials exceeded Baby Boomers largest target market audience customer indeed employee according population estimate released recently US Census BureauMillennials segment population born 1977 2000 number 754 million united state surpassing 749 million Baby Boomers age 51–69 Millennials want Millennials actually 75 global workplace 2025 still think 2025 far it’s actually 8 year population half considers politically unaffiliated highest number friend facebook 60 posted selfie social medium site receive 60 text day read many statistic want hear actual perennial well go Travel new experience peak interest anything else Uber Airbnb replaced Cab Hotel yet I’m still loyal trending hotel 5th Avenue New York it’s place personal life bothered losing PC phone maybe car love try new brand finally settled favorite drink I’m sure change coming year two 30 day go combination WhatsApp email social medium yet I’m eager dedicate similar amount time learn new skill Instead reading book listen mobile application called audiable instead grocery shopping use mobile application delivers grocery time need brand doesn’t adjust need find another one brand caters need start convincing investor fund one don’t bother type “i” capital know PC smart enough father’s generation call lazy call smart value honesty respect superior hesitate point wrong voice opinion brand use want belong know opinion help shape brand doesn’t listen speak another one Employee I’m inspired greatness grow watching success brand like google apple hungry greatness want capture attention better good something don’t mind making mistake mind coming second spending almost 5 year career one brand decided learning curve ended it’s time experience something new time job hunt difficult choice 3 employer really think you’re planning hire cater millennial one day you’ll interested reason behind choice interview casual regular screening Human Resources cup coffee new bos typical QA session explained understanding trend market verbally confirmed belief I’m right man job finalising detail package benefit one sentence made chose jobit quest greatness rather ordinary word crystal clear “I’m looking team something great Basel” sound simple basic marketing professional one essential message try live every day every video post youtube go viral every advert create expected return investment unless aim greatness fail knowing would support someone want achieve greatness took next thing know new Director Marketing Wyndham Grand Manama hotel picture greatness attitude applied day 1 hotel building entered constructed objective greatness mind first brainstorming session held discus suite room benefit heavy session crossed idea started although every idea applied succeeded interesting wanted every detail guest experience something people talk want every single choice make next Instagram post inspired tweet that’s hotel succeed attracting best talent later best customer town speaking language Millennials even built promotional folder building quote I’ll end “There 360 degree stick one”― Zaha HadidTags Leadership Millennials Management Hotel Marketing

When AI Works For You

”Thank you for your stay, we hope to see you again” — this phrase has been almost customary in a lot of self-respecting hotels. However, now, on the cusp of 2021, it pays for hotels to turn this routine saying into a guarantee if they want the guest to come back to the hotel next time. How does one achieve that? AI knows no equal when it comes to gathering and analyzing ANY data. This provides booking managers with an excellent opportunity to “have their finger on the pulse” at all times, monitoring if the guests were satisfied with everything during their stay, what they liked and what they didn’t, and mend the situation as fast as possible. By minimizing the negatives and amplifying the positives while staying in close contact with the guest who has already stayed in your hotel at least once. If the guest feels that the hotel is their friend, that the hotel remembers their visit, his preferences — the chance of their coming back next time they are in town will be much higher. It is essential to be careful in reminding the guest about your hotel. This is where, again, AI knows best: it relies on the data showing, for example, that the guest was on a business trip last year, and is coming back for the annual convention next year. After all, if Expedia and Booking.com are so enthusiastic about investing in software solutions, and always ask their users the question “You have stayed at hotel A and left a positive review. Would you like to book it again? Here’s the best price for these dates:”, why not borrow this approach?

https://medium.com/modihost/when-ai-works-for-you-6f60f40597d0

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2020-10-13 13:14:11.886000+00:00

['Blockchain', 'Cryptocurrency', 'AI', 'Hospitality', 'Hotel']

Title AI Works YouContent ”Thank stay hope see again” — phrase almost customary lot selfrespecting hotel However cusp 2021 pay hotel turn routine saying guarantee want guest come back hotel next time one achieve AI know equal come gathering analyzing data provides booking manager excellent opportunity “have finger pulse” time monitoring guest satisfied everything stay liked didn’t mend situation fast possible minimizing negative amplifying positive staying close contact guest already stayed hotel least guest feel hotel friend hotel remembers visit preference — chance coming back next time town much higher essential careful reminding guest hotel AI know best relies data showing example guest business trip last year coming back annual convention next year Expedia Bookingcom enthusiastic investing software solution always ask user question “You stayed hotel left positive review Would like book Here’s best price dates” borrow approachTags Blockchain Cryptocurrency AI Hospitality Hotel

Madurai located on the banks of Vaigai River, is the third largest city in Tamil Nadu state.

Madurai — Offers Numerous Sightseeing Opportunities Madurai located on the banks of Vaigai River, is the third largest city in Tamil Nadu state. This 2500 year old city is located close to Coimbatore and Chennai. This city has been inhabited for at least two millennia. The Nayak kings of Madurai and the Pandyans built this city in Dravidian architecture and style. Towards its western region lies the beautiful Nagamalai and Sirumalai hill where agriculture is the main activity. The Periyar Dam nurtures this agricultural land. People can make the most of affordable Madurai travels to see the place. Madurai climate is hot and dry. There are a number of sightseeing opportunities offered by this ancient city. On referring to the Madurai map you get to know that there are numerous palaces and temples to see in this beautiful city. The Meenakshi Amman Temple with 33000 sculptures, dedicated to goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva is a historic one and a prominent landmark. The complex is housed in the 14 gateway towers. Surrounded by a mountain range, Fortune Pandiyan Hotel Madurai features rooms with flat-screen TVs, situated in landscaped gardens. Offering free parking, it features a spa, outdoor pool and fitness centre. Air-conditioned rooms at Fortune Pandiyan feature classic wood furnishings and neutral fabrics. They are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV and safe. Private bathrooms have a hairdryer and bathtub. Tourists can consider any of the affordable Madurai Hotels and restaurants offer delicious international food and local cuisine. Popular snacks are the idly, vada, sambar and coconut chutney. Many of the travel companies organize tours and travels within the city, regions close by and abroad. For your travel needs you will need to select one of the best Madurai travels offering great leisure, comfort and relaxation on the trip. Reputed travel and tour agencies offer personalized and authentic services, car rentals and car hire services in Madurai. For more information about Madurai travels Online Booking Services, Please visit our website for booking Madurai

https://medium.com/@indiahotelsroom/madurai-located-on-the-banks-of-vaigai-river-is-the-third-largest-city-in-tamil-nadu-state-d05c3121bca5

['India Hotels Room']

2015-11-25 10:31:58.373000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotels']

Title Madurai located bank Vaigai River third largest city Tamil Nadu stateContent Madurai — Offers Numerous Sightseeing Opportunities Madurai located bank Vaigai River third largest city Tamil Nadu state 2500 year old city located close Coimbatore Chennai city inhabited least two millennium Nayak king Madurai Pandyans built city Dravidian architecture style Towards western region lie beautiful Nagamalai Sirumalai hill agriculture main activity Periyar Dam nurture agricultural land People make affordable Madurai travel see place Madurai climate hot dry number sightseeing opportunity offered ancient city referring Madurai map get know numerous palace temple see beautiful city Meenakshi Amman Temple 33000 sculpture dedicated goddess Parvati Lord Shiva historic one prominent landmark complex housed 14 gateway tower Surrounded mountain range Fortune Pandiyan Hotel Madurai feature room flatscreen TVs situated landscaped garden Offering free parking feature spa outdoor pool fitness centre Airconditioned room Fortune Pandiyan feature classic wood furnishing neutral fabric equipped flatscreen satellite TV safe Private bathroom hairdryer bathtub Tourists consider affordable Madurai Hotels restaurant offer delicious international food local cuisine Popular snack idly vada sambar coconut chutney Many travel company organize tour travel within city region close abroad travel need need select one best Madurai travel offering great leisure comfort relaxation trip Reputed travel tour agency offer personalized authentic service car rental car hire service Madurai information Madurai travel Online Booking Services Please visit website booking MaduraiTags Travel Hotels

Extracts From My Family History Articles

Founder Of Psionic Medical Society The Times, Saturday, Oct 14, 1978 it was reported that George Laurence died at home aged ,88 and a memorial service for him and his wife Minnie who died in June of that year was held at 11.00 on Saturday 28 October 1978 at St. Marys Parish Church. I never met my ancestor but would liked to have known him. Did you know him? He was born into a Quaker family on 19 October 1880 in West Derby, Liverpool of Thomas Davy Laurence, a prosperous Temperance Hotel proprietor, Chairman of the Select Vestry who organised the Liverpool Workhouse and soon to be magistrate. His mother was Kate Parkes whose father was an independent clergyman. In 1904 George qualified in London as a doctor and surgeon and in 1915 as a surgeon in Edinburgh. Whilst training to be a Doctor he married his first wife Olive in 1907. Once qualified he worked as a local doctor in Chippenham, Wiltshire. In 1934 his father who was living with him died. George had also been present in Torquay in 1929 when his mother Kate died. In 1922 when the Temperance Hotel was demolished Thomas had resigned as local magistrate to look after his sick wife in Torquay. After her death he moved to Chippenham to live with his son George. Olive had two children, Robert Wilton and Mary Blanche. From June 1942 to end of May 1954 he was employed as Works Medical Officer who was also in charge of Welfare being Chairman of the Works entertainment committee for Westinghouse Brake and Signal, whose employees rose from 2,500 in 1942 to around 4,500 in 1954. In 1953 his first wife died and he married Minnie Pike. Upon retirement he moved into private practice in Wargrave, specialising in homeopathy. In collaboration with two others he published a book called Psionic Medicine and founded the Psionic Medical Society. He lived at Mumbery Lodge, School Hill which he had built for him, now demolished. Were you one of his patients, did you know him? Please could you tell me more about him? Letter printed in the Wargrave Times Laurence's Liverpool Temperance Hotel > Thomas Davey Laurence In the 1861 census there is a small girl of 10 called Rosamond Evison and her sister Mary Ann in her uncle William’s hotel Laurences Commercial and Family Temperance and both are observing Williams father, Thomas, age 79 ruddy faced coal merchant from another era in deep discussion with his son. Others present are her relatives: William Michaels wife, Francis Ann Laurence 42, Emily Laurence 19, Fanny Caroline Laurence 5, Charles Michael Laurence 4, and the hotel’s customers: William Davies 41, commercial traveller, David Bickerton 30, commercial traveller, and the hotel’s employees that later in life she will join Mary Milling 33, waitress, Helen Parsons 23, housemaid, Mary Ann Halliday 22, kitchen maid, Elizabeth Meakin 28, chambermaid, Jane Carson 47, cook , William Williams 21, boots. William Michael’s son Thomas Davy, her cousin is due to transfer to the Newcastle Quaker meeting on 28 August 1862 and live and work at 174 the High Street, Sunderland, age 14 training with Quakers Joshua Wilson & Brothers to be a wholesale grocers’ assistant. His future wife, Kate, age eleven, lived with her father Reverend William Parkes from 1855 to 1864 in Monkwearmouth, Sunderland. Maybe, they met. `Family and Commercial’ perfectly describe the Laurence family through the Nineteenth Century. Thomas Davy Laurence the later proprietor of the Temperance Hotel was born in Sheffield in 1846 to William Michael Laurence and Frances Davy. William Michael LAURENCE was a son, one of five children of coal merchant Thomas LAURENCE and his wife Mary TEFT who lived and worked in Louth, Lincolnshire. William moved to Sheffield where he married Frances Anne DAVY who came from a very respected Quaker family, originally from a small village outside Keighley. He married Kate on 6 July 1870 at Great Georges Street Chapel in a ceremony conducted by her father William Parkes who was an Independent Minister. They did not live at the hotel and over the years moved to various properties in the more prosperous areas of the city, accompanied by at least two servants and a monthly nurse. Thomas Davy returned to the Liverpool Quaker meeting on 25 April 1867. In his will his father William Michael added a codicil to his original. The codicil dated 19 August 1869 stated “ I have lately entered into Articles of partnership with my son Thomas Davy for the carrying on the business of Hotel Keeper at the Temperance Hotel, Clayton Square, Liverpool for a term of five years and have also sold unto him one half of all the household goods furniture and other effects in the said Hotel including one half of the Goodwill for the sum of three thousand pounds to be paid and secured to me with interest …” It also states that his son could purchase the Hotel for twenty thousand pounds or write a letter to his executors and purchase it for three thousand pounds. His father died on 3 February 1874. The five year term would have expired on 19 August 1874. BACKGROUND Achitecturally, the hotel is made up of two early Victorian classically styled houses. They often had decorative French balconies on the first level. LAURENCES Temperance Hotel was made up of two properties, 20 and 21, Clayton Square. 20, Clayton Square After four years William Brown moved his business here in 1841 to re-establish his Browns Commercial And Family Hotel. It had twelve rooms. One famous occupant was the American Frederick Douglass who wrote a letter to various English newspapers expressing his dismay at the racial prejudice he experienced from the Captain and crew of the ship, Cambria. March 1854, William was involved in a court case, involving theft. On Saturday in October 1853, Mr BEVERIDGE, a commercial traveller in confectionery, who had used the Hotel for four years, left his writing desk containing £64.00 some of it in gold, with other writing desks in the hotels commercial room. On Tuesday the desk had disappeared to be found later rifled through. The court found in favour of Mr. Brown, as Mr Beveridge had not properly looked after his property. By the 1851 census William Brown had moved to Sheffield, his wife’s birthplace, to take up the trade of Fruiterer. His hotel was now the home of John Arkwright, married, 50 (b 1811) who was a mariner from Liverpool, Lancashire and his wife Jane also from Liverpool and their son and daughter, James and Margaret Ann. William took over 21, Clayton Square first in May 1856, acquiring 20, Clayton Square between 3 May and 13 May 1864. 21, Clayton Square In 1822 it was the home of Mr Hartley of the English Opera House who gave a series of lectures on poetry, and in the same year the residence of Mr Young who performed part of Shakespeares King Richard the Third. In the 1851 census the property was leased by a Joseph MARTIN, a Widower, aged 53, Hotel Keeper Kirby, Warwickshire MARTIN, Charles Son Unmarried M 23 1828 Clerk In An Office Liverpool, Lancashire BOOTHBY, Harriet Esther Servant Unmarried F 41 1810 House Keeper Treuddyn, Flintshire DIX, Sarah E Unmarried F 18 1833 Bar Maid Fenton, Staffordshire JONES, Catharine Unmarried F 28 1823 Cook North Wales WILLIAMS, Jane Unmarried F 24 1827 Chambermaid Welshpool, Montgomeryshire FOSTER, Jane Unmarried F 21 1830 Waitress Huyton, Lancashire IRVING, Mary Widow F 23 1828 Kitchenmaid Holyhead, Wales JONES, Mary Unmarried F 21 1830 Waitress Welshpool, Anglesey HEWETT, Ivar F 16 1835 Chamber Maid Flintshire, Wales BIRCHELL, Eliza F 23 1828 Chamber Maid Manchester, Lancashire RADCLIFFE, Sarah Servant Unmarried F 27 1824 Waitress Bedford, Lancashire, Anne Unmarried F 16 1835 Kitchen Maid Taplow, Flintshire, Wales EMMERY, Henry Servant Unmarried M 21 1830 Porter To Boots Stone, Staffordshire JONES, Thomas Servant Unmarried M 36 1815 Porter To Boots Kearn, Montgomeryshire, Walesn SHEEN, Charles Servant Unmarried M 14 1837 Porter To Boots Liverpool, Lancashire MOORE, Edward Widower M 47 1804 Agent Isle of Man GILL, William Visitor M 47 1804 Gentleman Isle of Man BRINSLEY, Richard Visitor Unmarried M 40 1811 Commercial Traveller Southport, Lancashire MORGAN, John M Visitor Married M 33 1818 Commercial Traveller Maiden, Essex HOGG, John F Visitor Married M 54 1797 Commercial Traveller Hull Kington Hall WHITE, Edward Visitor M 54 1797 Commercial Traveller Leicestershire nf BAKER, Joseph Visitor M 36 1815 Commercial Traveller Littleworth, Leicestershire PLUMLEY, Josiah F Visitor M 34 1817 Commercial Traveller Wolverhampton BLOGG, John Visitor M 45 1806 Commercial Traveller London The Hotel in Manchester In 1849, William bought the lease for a hotel at 30, Piccadilly, Manchester and moved to that city with wife and family. In the Leeds Mercury dated Saturday June 24 1843 A.H.Smith the new owner of 30, Piccadilly advertises the opening of his new hotel as a Temperance Hotel and family and commercial boarding house ‘within a few minutes walk of the Centre of the Town, and very favourably situate for those en route to and from London. Omnibuses pass the House to and from the the various Railway Stations. Private sitting rooms with cheerful aspects.’ His next advert in the Leeds Mercury, Saturday, May 11, 1844 describes the Hotel as ‘having been considerably enlarged’ and it provides ‘Breakfast on the Table upon the arrival of the London Early Train at Five a.m., and well-aired Beds always ready.’ I have not discovered why A.H.Smith decided to leave as Hotel Proprietor. In the Advertisements & Notices section of The Liverpool Mercury dated Tuesday, February 6, 1849 William Michael Laurence published his first advert for his new venture. It announced the opening of Laurences Temperance Hotel Family and Commercial Boarding House 30, Piccadilly (late Smiths). The Above house is within five minutes walk of the London and Birmingham and Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway Station. The House has been thoroughly refitted and beatified, and every attention will be paid to the comfort of Commercial Gentlemen and Families who honour us with their patronage. Excellent Private sitting rooms and every attention has been paid to the comfort and cleanliness of the tied rooms. In the March edition there is a second and last advert exactly the same as the above. William and his young family lived at number 28, according to the water damaged 1851 census. Where did Thomas Find The Money To Buy A Hotel? In the Manchester Examiner for Saturday, December 20th, 1851 are advertised THE BRITISH MUTUAL LOAN ASSURANCE CLASSES FOR MANCHESTER. It states “The FOURTH MEETING of Class no.1. and the FIRST MEETING OF Class B, no.9, will be held at Laurences Hotel, 30, Piccadilly, on Friday evening, the 26th instant, at six o’clock, when a SALE of SHARES will take place. These loan classes afford great opportunity to the borrower, for return of capital, by easy payments spread through a term of four years, whilst they secure a most ample return to the investor. Applications for shares, and other information, may be obtained on application to Mr.Laurence, at the hotel.” The same interest in providing financial services continued when he moved to Clayton Square. The Liverpool.Mercury for Monday, December, 30, 1861 has William as one of five trustees of the SECOND ROCK PERMANENT building society and in an advert in the Liverpool Mercury, Monday, April 6, 1863, W. M. Laurence is quoted as the President of the CROMWELL PERMANENT BENEFIT BUILDING SOCIETY and Mutual Investment Fund. In the Daily Post, Thursday, December 19, 1867, he is quoted as one of the persons to communicate with if you wish to join the THIRD PRUDENTIAL BUILDING SOCIETY. In the Daily Post, Wednesday, March 11, 1868 for the EIGHTH ANNUAL MEETING of NESTOR PERMANENT BUILDING SOCIETY W.M.Laurence is president. In 1864 when Thomas purchased the other half of the hotel he began to develop it. The best description of what it became is in an advertising article called “A Century of Progress” published in 1900. It states, “the number of rooms was increased from tweve to “boast of no less than eighty. The premises, as they at present stand , consist of an exceedingly handsome four-storeyed brick building, with a bold frontage of seventy feet, and having an ornamental balcony running the whole length of the first storey. On the ground floor there is a capital billiard saloon, perfectly equipped, and provided with a first-class full-sized table; a large and exceedingly comfortable dining room, and a capitally appointed commercial-room, besides ten well-lighted stock-rooms, several of them of a very large size. Ascending to the first floor, one comes upon a cosy coffee-room, private sitting-rooms, and apartments en suite. Here again we find several new stock-rooms. The upper-floors are fully utilised for the bedroom accommodation, each chamber embodying all the latest hygienic improvements in the way of lighting, ventilation, &c. “ 1915 Advert THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT At Preston in 1833 Joseph Livesey opened the first temperance hotel. In simplistic terms the battle in Liverpool was between Cain, a Conservative who owned breweries, pubs and hotels and the Liberal party that promoted temperance. Thomas Davy was an elected member of the Liberal party. He promoted temperance through encouraging speakers such as the American Neal Dhow, who was also a Quaker. Neal Dhow on his visit to England to promote ‘The Maine Liquor Law’ had a public breakfast at Laurences. In 1857, J B Gough, recently disembarked from The Niagara steamship, the eloquent temperance advocate’, also had a public breakfast at Laurences, before delivering a two hour lecture promoting the ‘Maine Law’. THE LIBERAL PARTY In July 1865, a crowd gathered in Clayton Square awaiting Liberal candidates who had been defeated in the local election to appear and make speeches from the elaborately decorated balcony of Laurences Hotel. Thomas Davy was elected to the Lime Street ward in 1890, having in 1877 been a Liberal member of the Liverpool Select Vestry that managed the cities Workhouse. STAFF The longest serving staff member was linenkeeper Rosamond EVISON, a niece of William Michael LAURENCE. She was born in Quarry Lane Louth on 1 August 1850 the daughter of Mary Ann LAURENCE and John EVISON, a local butcher. Mary Ann was one of the daughters of Thomas Laurence and sister to William Michael Laurence. From 1861 she is registered on the census as living and from 1871 as working at Laurences Temperance Hotel. She never married and the last reference to her I can find is at the age of 61 in the 1911 census performing the same job she began about 40 years ago. Her sister worked briefly there too, as Housekeeper. There were a succession of housekeepers, the last one I can find is Alice S BINNS in 1911. The earliest advert for staff at the hotel was in the May 2nd 1856 Liverpool Mercury and requests a plain cook. Other adverts ask for an Under Boots, Ostrich Feather Hands and Laundress. On each census the staff differ, apart from Rosamond. One employee, Elizabeth VIGGER, a ‘young woman’ appeared in Liverpool Police Court accused of stealing from the hotel a leather bag, worth £4.00. Using the census material there are approximately 20 Staff to 15 customers. CUSTOMERS There are families mentioned as staying at the hotel, but lone commercial travellers are the most common. Some customers, such as John White used the hotel as a contact address for his business selling leases for property or, advertising their services, as A Gentleman Wants an engagement as a selector of cheese and butter in America. Others wrote letters quoting the address of the hotel. In1880 one customer, Thomas JONES, is given the headline An Madman At An Hotel. He was a gentlemanly looking man who formerly had been an officer in the London & Westminster Bank, Lothbury. At the time he was a pensioner of that institution on £87.10 a year. He had left home on Sunday 8th August, after having assaulted his mother-in-law, and physically threatened his wife. Since then his family had been trying to have him placed under necessary restraint. The necessary steps were being taken, but on Friday he was lost sight of . He had been confined in the Bethlehem Hospital and was discharged as it was thought he was on the point of death. Thomas recovered his health and mind. After booking into the Hotel, he cut up bedlinen (Rosamond would not have been pleased), threw a brick at the pier glass, doing damage to the cost of £30.00. In todays money this amounts to more than a thousand pounds worth of damage. He stated he had been tipsy from drinking champagne. The Court submitted him to the care of the workhouse. Curiously, Thomas was Chairman of the Liverpool Select Vestry who managed the City workhouse. 1880 was an eventful year for the Hotel as it also featured in a jewellery robbery. In The Morning Post November 6th it was reported that The London and North Western Railway Company was entrusted on the 29th January with the delivery from Birmingham to Liverpool of three cases of jewellery. A commercial traveller called Mr. Holland, staying at Lawrences Hotel was to take the delivery. Two of the parcels arrived either on the 29th or the morning of the 30th, and were received by Miss Beresford, the clerk of the hotel. She had signed the van drivers note as if there were three, and realising her mistake spoke to the van driver who promised to go back and get it. This parcel consisted of gold pins, signet rings, and other articles. At the last Warwick Assizes the jury had ruled that the Railway Company should pay 1 shilling for the delay, and the value of the missing parcel £47.00. The Railway Company contended that Mr. Hindley, the van driver was not their employee, but the servant of Mr. Thurston, who was employed to collect all such parcels and goods for the Railway Company. Nothing was heard of the missing parcel until the 10th February, when Inspector Allenson of the Liverpool Police was called in by a pawnbroker (not I suspect a Laurence ancestor from Bridgewater Street) and shown several articles of the missing jewellery, which had been pawned by two men named Ralph and Buchanan, who were thereupon arrested on a charge of felony. However, there was no evidence to connect them with the Railway Company or their servants. In 1891, a five foot copper circulating boiler tank attached to the back of the hotel exploded. It rose into the air and over the surrounding buildings to land in the courtyard of the Central Railway Station. Thomas Davy was in his ground floor office at the time and came out to find out what caused the noise. The explosion caused extensive internal damage to the kitchen and scullery. Surprisingly, no one was hurt, but there were some close escapes. T.D. LAURENCE PRESIDENT OF LIVERPOOL INVESTMENT BUILDING SOCIETY In the annual report of the Liverpool Investment Buiding Society stated January 1st. 1924 states: “ The retiring Directors are…Mr. Thomas D. Laurence. Mr. Laurence does not seek re-election, owing to his having removed to Devonshire. He was the senior member , having been elected to the Board in 1893, and for several.years he filled the office of President.” HOTEL DEMOLITION The hotel was demolished in June 1921. In the council demolition records the owner of the property is a Mr. Brown. On the back of the two photos of the demolition taken by the chief librarian of the day is a note stating that the demolition was due to the expansion of Browns Drapers. The Liverpool Echo for Tuesday, August 22, 1916 has an advert for Brown’s Drapers Rebuiding and Extension SALE advises “…To afford their thousands of customers every facility and comfort Brown’s have acquired the adjoining building at the corner of Clayton Square and Parker Street and it is now being ‘re-constructed for them.” The address for Brown’s was 12–14–16–18 Parker Street. Parker Street was immediately behind the hotel, so when it was sold Brown’s attachment_37" align=”alignnone” width=”300"] Demolition, 1922 was enlarged, enabling entrance via Clayton Square. Thomas Laurence, Coal Merchant and sloop owner Thomas LAURENCE owned shares in a sloop, called ‘Alpha’, that exported corn to Hull, importing coal on the return journey. According to local newspaper reports the sloop “Alpha” under Mark AARON’s Captainship also transported coal and goods to Wisbech, Cambridgeshire from Goole returning with corn and fruit. Goole to Wisbech converted to statutory miles is 127.16. Hull to Louth is 32.86. Both would take a few days I reckon. Then there is loading time to add. One example I have found in the local newspapers. The Alpha under Mark AARON in the Leeds Intelligencer, 18/06/1842, for period June 9–16 coasters inwards for Wisbech with coal, then Lincolnshire Chronicle, 24/06/1842, sailed for Goole with corn and fruit. The `Alpha`, official number (14410) In the Goole shipping register, NSG/3 page 11, entry relating to ‘Alpha’ dated Jul 1841, the Registration number/year is 30/1841 and name of master: Mark AARON. It states it was built in Thorne in 1841 by William ATKINSON as a sloop. The names of owners at time of registration were Mark AARON, Thorne, master mariner, Thomas LAWRENCE, Louth, merchant, John Booth SHARPLEY, Louth, merchant. Last entry: includes entries to 1854. Other sections include: burthen: 43 2481 over 3500 tons, Surveying Officer: Thomas Parry TIDE, number of decks: one, number of masts: one, length from inner part of the Main Stem to the fore part of the Stern aloft is 5 feet, breadth in Midships is 13 feet, depth in the hold at Midships is 6 feet one tenth, type of bowsprit: round, number of shares for each owner: Mark had 22, Thomas and John 21 each to make up the 64 shares that were had in a vessel. Mark had the controlling shares, so Goole to Wisbech and back may well have been his own. William Atkinson (19 Mar 1787-Sept 1854) was from a shipbuilding family, canal side, Thorne, nr. Doncaster. Mark AARON (1791–6 July 1865), also had a son of same name (1828–1874), who took over captainship of ‘Alpha’. In 1848, Thomas sold his shares back to John Booth SHARPLEY, who in turn in 1867, sold the ship to William BELL of Hull. Tom LAURENCE became insolvent in 1851. Sloops mainly handled bulk cargoes between the Humber ports, carrying farm produce from Lincolnshire, coal from the West Riding, bricks and tiles between both sides, cement and chalk stone from Barton and South Ferriby to Hull and transhipping phosphates back to the fertiliser works. In summer the sea going trade would be to Louth, Saltfleet, the ports of the Wash and on south to the Thames, to the north trade would be to Bridlington, the Tyne and all ports between. Louth Navigation Trust (http://www.louthcanal.org.uk/) are doing a brilliant job of researching the canal, recording its history and looking after it. Thomas as Coal Merchant (1826–1868) Thomas Laurence was my fourth great grandfather. In an earlier article I spoke of his move from his birthplace at Langton by Partney to Louth and his employment as Collector of tolls for the Louth Navigation which went from the Riverhead at Louth to Tetney. This article covers the rest of his life. In the plan of the Riverhead made by Padley in 1828 on the previous page it shows two properties, one owned by the partnership of Sharpley and Lawrence and the other by Thomas Lawrence. As a Collector of Tolls for the Navigation it would have made sense for Thomas to rent property at the Riverhead. The 1830 and 1832 Returns give a description of Thomas property. In 1830 he still leases land from CHAPLIN F & G for 4s, but as a Coal Merchant and no longer employed by the Chaplin family he has moved away from the Riverhead and owns and leases a House and Shop for 1 shilling. In 1832 he owns a house in Goospool (todays Gospelgate) at 1 shilling and leases land at the River Head from CHAPLIN F & G for 4 shillings and also land from STEPHENSON & WRIGHT at £2.4ad. The CHAPLIN family seem to have exercised considerable influence from the inception of the canal. Despite the terms of the 1763 Act, Charles CHAPLIN managed to obtain a lease for 99 years, and successful in getting their Bill through parliament in 1828. Also note that James Pulteney CHAPLIN and the Rev. Henry CHAPLIN were major shareholders in 1840, and would still exert considerable influence. Control of the management & tolls became virtually hereditary within the Tathwell branch of the CHAPLIN family. When Charles died, he was succeeded by his son Thomas, who in turn was succeeded by a George CHAPLIN, a legatee of Thomas. Why Did Tom Become A Coal Merchant? Louth was a growing town, with plenty of coal needed to supply the tanneries, a soapery and several breweries. A carpet and blanket factory needed coal for its steam engine introduced in 1834. By 1835 there were three agricultural machine makers in the town, and by 1855 six. By 1842 there were nine lime kilns. In 1826 it had more corn and coal merchants than Grimsby. In the decade of the 1850 Louth became the third largest town in the county after Lincoln. In The Lincolnshire Chronicle, dated 1838, 28, December ‘ the tender was accepted Mr. Thos. LAWRENCES, for coals, -WILSONS Silkstone’s, 19s 6d.per ton: good common, 16s. 6d. per ditto.’ to be provided to Louth Workhouse. This is not recorded in the Workhouse Minutes. In The Lincolnshire Chronicle dated 3 May, 1839, there is recorded the Trust Account of Bolles Charity 1838–1839. In the payments for 1838 are one to Messrs. SHARPLEY and LAWRENCE for £7 17s 2d. In The Lincolnshire Chronicle dated 24, June 1842 for Louth Union Workhouse, best coals at 17s. per ton, common coals at 13s. However, no mention is made of their name in the Louth Workhouse minutes of the time. Only that of George SUTTON. On 23 April 1847 the Lincolnshire Chronicle records that Sharpley and LAWRENCE were granted a contract to supply Louth prison with coal. In William Browns Louth Panorama of 1844, see picture there is a warehouse at the Riverhead that shows the name of ‘LAURENCE’. Who was John Booth Sharpley? The first trade directory reference to the partnership between Tom and John Booth SHARPLEY occurs in 1826. John Booth SHARPLEY was born 27 March 1800 and died 4 June 1872. His father was Anthony SHARPLEY b. 1771, d. Oct 1834. His mother Ann BOOTH born on 27 March 1800 in Louth, Lincolnshire. He became a magistrate in 1849 and was a Corn & Coal Merchant. He married Elizabeth HAY on 23 September 1824 at Waltham, Lincolnshire. He was mayor of Louth three times, 1840,1849,1854 He was buried on 24 June 1872 at Louth, Lincolnshire and in 1874 a plaque was erected to his memory in Louth Methodist Chapel. What premises did they own at the River head? In the 1828 survey of the LOUTH Navigation by Padley, he gives the following description, the numbers refer to his plan of the Riverhead: “№13.A. Warehouse at the River Head, length 85 feet 6 inches, breadth 24 feet 24 inches, height of walls 22 feet 6 inches, gable ends, built of brick , and covered with slate; consists of a Ground floor and two others, in good repair, in the occupation if Messrs. LAWRENCE and SHARPLEY.- №13.B consists of an Office, Stable, and Tenement; width of North end 15 feet 5 inches, West side 42 feet 7 inches, width of South end 16 feet 4 inches, brick-work, 1 feet 6 inches high, and wall 9 feet high, North wall 7 feet high, built of brick, and covered with boards 8 feet above the brick-work, built of wood on the East side, brick and wood on the West side; going to decay.-№13.c. part of the above building, length of South wall 29 feet 9 inches, brick-work 4 feet high, wood-work 4 feet 6 inches high, width of ends 14 feet.-13.D. consists of a Shoemakers Shop and a Tailors Shop, length 22 feet 6 inches, width 7 feet 6 inches, South pantiles; in good repair. From №12 to №13.D. inclusive are in the occupation of Messrs LAWRENCE and SHARPLEY, and contain 2 roods and 20 perches. Louth Navigation Padley’s 1828 survey and the 1841 Census shows The Riverhead as a clearly a community in its own right. It had two public houses, the Woolpack and the Ship, a butcher’s shop and a druggist (Thomas son Charles who had moved there in 1836) who also functioned as a grocer. It was a busy place with the arrival and departure of boats, goods being loaded and unloaded and grain being prepared for the brewing trade in the drying kilns. For the craftsmen and labourers there were rows of small terraced houses known as tenements.The artisans who lived here mostly had trades or skills linked to the work of the canal. The largest group were mariners, followed by ship’s carpenters and rope makers. Thomas LAURENCE owned shares in a sloop, called ‘Alpha’, that exported corn to Hull, importing coal on the return journey. According to local newspaper reports the sloop “Alpha” under Mark AARON’s Captainship also transported coal and goods to Wisbech, Cambridgeshire from Goole returning with corn and fruit. Goole to Wisbech converted to statutory miles is 127.16. Hull to Louth is 32.86. Both would take a few days I reckon. Then there is loading time to add. One example I have found in the local newspapers. The Alpha under Mark AARON in the Leeds Intelligencer, 18/06/1842, for period June 9–16 coasters inwards for Wisbech with coal, then Lincolnshire Chronicle, 24/06/1842, sailed for Goole with corn and fruit. The `Alpha`, official number (14410) In the Goole shipping register, NSG/3 page 11, entry relating to ‘Alpha’ dated Jul 1841, the Registration number/year is 30/1841 and name of master: Mark AARON. It states it was built in Thorne in 1841 by William ATKINSON as a sloop. The names of owners at time of registration were Mark AARON, Thorne, master mariner, Thomas LAWRENCE, Louth, merchant, John Booth SHARPLEY, Louth, merchant. Last entry: includes entries to 1854 Other sections include: burthen: 43 2481 over 3500 tons, Surveying Officer: Thomas Parry TIDE, number of decks: one, number of masts: one, length from inner part of the Main Stem to the fore part of the Stern aloft is 5 feet, breadth in Midships is 13 feet, depth in the hold at Midships is 6 feet one tenth, type of bowsprit: round, number of shares for each owner: Mark had 22, Thomas and John 21 each to make up the 64 shares that were had in a vessel. Mark had the controlling shares, so Goole to Wisbech and back may well have been his own. William Atkinson (19 Mar 1787-Sept 1854) was from a shipbuilding family, canal side, Thorne, nr. Doncaster. Mark AARON (1791–6 July 1865), also had a son of same name (1828–1874), who took over captainship of ‘Alpha’. In 1848, Thomas sold his shares back to John Booth SHARPLEY, who in turn in 1867, sold the ship to William BELL of Hull. Tom LAURENCE became insolvent in 1851. Sloops mainly handled bulk cargoes between the Humber ports, carrying farm produce from Lincolnshire, coal from the West Riding, bricks and tiles between both sides, cement and chalk stone from Barton and South Ferriby to Hull and transhipping phosphates back to the fertiliser works. In a summer the sea going trade would be to Louth, Saltfleet, the ports of the Wash and on south to the Thames, to the north trade would be to Bridlington, the Tyne and all ports between. Toms sons also became active in the town, and his daughter married into the EVISON family that became entwined with the history of the LAURENCEs. Mary Ann LAURENCE, born 1820 in Louth and baptised 29 Jul 1820. She married John EVISON (born 1820, in Louth) in the June quarter of 1846. They had three daughters: 1848 Helen EVISON, 1849 Mary Ann EVISON, 1850 Rosamond EVISON. All born in Louth. The census of 30 Mar 1851 has them living on Quarry Lane. SHARPLEY And LAWRENCE Partnership Dissolved In Lincoln, Rutland and Stamford Mercury, Friday, December 20, 1850 and quoted in the London Gazette of the time. Insolvency In Lincoln, Rutland and Stamford Mercury, Friday, January 31, 1851 and the London Gazette: LAWRENCES ASSIGNMENT Notice, is hereby given, that THOMAS LAWRENCE, of Louth, in the county of Lincoln, coal merchant, hath, by Indenture bearing date the Seventeenth day of January, one thousand eight hundred and fifty one, conveyed and assigned all his, real and personal estate and effects unto FREDERICK CHAPLIN, of Tathwell, in the said county, Esquire, and WILLIAM ALLINSON DUNN, of Louth aforesaid, gentleman, their heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, upon trust for the equal benefit of all such of the Creditors of the said Thomas LAWRENCE as shall execute the said Indenture within two calendar months from the date thereof; which said Indenture was executed by the said Thomas LAWRENCE and William Allison DUNN on the day of the date thereof, and by the said Frederick CHAPLIN on the 25th day of January instant, and is attested as to the execution thereof by the said Thomas LAWRENCE, Frederick CHAPLIN, and William Allison Dunn, by Field FLOWERS or, of Louth, aforesaid, attorney-at-law, and John PORTER of the same place, his clerk. And Notice is hereby also given, that the said Indenture is now lying at our office for execution by the Creditors of the said Thomas LAWRENCE:-and that all persons indebted to the estate of the said Thomas LAWRENCE, are to pay the amount of their respective debts to the said William Allison DUNN. Dated the 27th day of January, 1851. By order, for and WILSON, Solicitors, Louth In the 1851 census we find Thomas and Mary living with John & Mary Ann EVISON in Quarry Lane, Louth: EVISON, John Head Married M 30 1821 Butcher (Master 1 Ap) Louth, Lincolnshire EVISON, Mary A Wife Married F 30 1821 Louth, Lincolnshire EVISON, Helen Daughter Unmarried F 3 1848 Louth, Lincolnshire EVISON, Mary Ann Daughter Unmarried F 2 1849 Louth, Lincolnshire EVISON, Rosamond Daughter F 0 (6 MOS) 1851 Louth, Lincolnshire LAWRENCE, Thomas Father-In-Law Married M 69 1782 Coal Merchant Langton, Lincolnshire LAWRENCE, Mary Mother-In-Law Married F 67 1784 Alvingham, Lincolnshire LAWRENCE, TEFT Brother-In-Law Unmarried M 28 1823 Watch Maker, Louth, Lincolnshire FLETCHER, Samuel Apprentice Unmarried M 18 1833 Ap Butcher Yaxley, Northamptonshire WRIGHT, Kate Servant Unmarried F 22 1829 House Serv, Louth STUBBS, Elizabeth Servant Unmarried F 14 1837 House Servant, Grainthorpe, Lincolnshire Why Did Tom Become Insolvent? In simple terms, the railway arrived in Louth in 1848 and bought the lease for the Louth Navigation. Also, there was the added competition of more coal merchants in the town. Tom would not have been blind to the effect of the railway on the canal. In 1847 two railway Acts were passed. The first authorised the East Lincolnshire Railway Company to purchase the existing lease for the collection of tolls of the Louth Navigation. The second Act enabled the Great Northern Railway Company to purchase the East Lincolnshire Railway and Canal. In S.M. SIZERS opinion the G.N.R. took on the lease to prevent the canal from competing with them. He, also, asserts that they would have put the toll charges up to the maximum the Act permitted. Making transportation by rail more attractive, and the transportation of coal more expensive. On 19 Mar 1860, Toms wife Mary died of old age. Perhaps, because he was lonely in the 1861 census Thomas is living at his son William Michaels Temperance Hotel in Clayton Square, Liverpool. LAURANCE, William M Head Married M 44 1817 Temperance Hotel Louth, Lincolnshire LAURANCE, Francis Ann Wife Married F 42 1819 Sheffield, Yorkshire LAURANCE, Emily Daughter Unmarried F 19 1842 Sheffield, Yorkshire LAURANCE, Fanny Caroline Daughter Unmarried F 5 1856 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire LAURANCE, Charles M Son Unmarried M 4 1857 Scholar Liverpool, Lancashire LAURANCE, Thomas Father Widower M 79 1782 Gentleman Langton, Lincolnshire EVISON, Rosamond Niece Unmarried F 10 1851 Scholar Louth, Lincolnshire DAVIES, William Visitor Married M 41 1820 Commercial Traveller Bristol, Gloucestershire BICKERTON, David Visitor Unmarried M 30 1831 Commercial Traveller Scotland MILLING, Mary Servant Unmarried F 33 1828 Waitress Bentham, Yorkshire PARSONS, Helen Servant Unmarried F 23 1838 Housemaid Liverpool, Lancashire HALLIDAY, Mary Ann Servant Unmarried F 22 1839 Kitchen Maid Liverpool, Lancashire MEAKIN, Elizabeth Servant Unmarried F 28 1833 Chambermaid Liverpool, Lancashire CARSEN, Jane Servant Unmarried F 47 1814 Cook Scotland WILLIAMS, William Servant Unmarried M 21 1840 Boots Whitchurch, Shropshire 1861 census, date: Sunday 7 April. Her mother dead and her father knowing he was having financial difficulties, Rosamond may have been sent as assurance to be employed in Willam Michaels Liverpool Temperance hotel. So we find her described in the 1861 census LAURANCE, William M Head Married M 44 1817 Temperance Hotel Louth, Lincolnshire LAURANCE, Francis Ann Wife Married F 42 1819 Sheffield, Yorkshire LAURANCE, Emily Daughter Unmarried F 19 1842 Sheffield, Yorkshire LAURANCE, Fanny Caroline Daughter Unmarried F 5 1856 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire LAURANCE, Charles M Son Unmarried M 4 1857 Scholar Liverpool, Lancashire LAURANCE, Thomas Father Widower M 79 1782 Gentleman Langton, Lincolnshire EVISON, Rosamond Niece Unmarried F 10 1851 Scholar Louth, Lincolnshire DAVIES, William Visitor Married M 41 1820 Commercial Traveller Bristol, Gloucestershire BICKERTON, David Visitor Unmarried M 30 1831 Commercial Traveller Scotland MILLING, Mary Servant Unmarried F 33 1828 Waitress Bentham, Yorkshire PARSONS, Helen Servant Unmarried F 23 1838 Housemaid Liverpool, Lancashire HALLIDAY, Mary Ann Servant Unmarried F 22 1839 Kitchen Maid Liverpool, Lancashire MEAKIN, Elizabeth Servant Unmarried F 28 1833 Chambermaid Liverpool, Lancashire CARSEN, Jane Servant Unmarried F 47 1814 Cook Scotland WILLIAMS, William Servant Unmarried M 21 1840 Boots Whitchurch, Shropshire As William Michaels father Tom was also there for the census, perhaps he accompanied Rosamond. Death Thomas died of bronchitis and old age on 29 October 1868 at Aswell Lane. In attendance was Richard Boyle, watchmaker, who married Tom’s son Taft’s widow. Teft had watchmaking premises in Aswell Lane for some time. References Land Tax research done by Suzanne Mendel. With kind permission from Liverpool Archives to print photos of Laurence's Temperance Hotel. With kind permission to print pictures and advice from Stuart Sizer and his work ‘People And Boats’ and provide the detail from William Browns 1844 Louth Panorama. “Alpha” information kindly provided by Goole Maritime Museum

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Title Extracts Family History ArticlesContent Founder Psionic Medical Society Times Saturday Oct 14 1978 reported George Laurence died home aged 88 memorial service wife Minnie died June year held 1100 Saturday 28 October 1978 St Marys Parish Church never met ancestor would liked known know born Quaker family 19 October 1880 West Derby Liverpool Thomas Davy Laurence prosperous Temperance Hotel proprietor Chairman Select Vestry organised Liverpool Workhouse soon magistrate mother Kate Parkes whose father independent clergyman 1904 George qualified London doctor surgeon 1915 surgeon Edinburgh Whilst training Doctor married first wife Olive 1907 qualified worked local doctor Chippenham Wiltshire 1934 father living died George also present Torquay 1929 mother Kate died 1922 Temperance Hotel demolished Thomas resigned local magistrate look sick wife Torquay death moved Chippenham live son George Olive two child Robert Wilton Mary Blanche June 1942 end May 1954 employed Works Medical Officer also charge Welfare Chairman Works entertainment committee Westinghouse Brake Signal whose employee rose 2500 1942 around 4500 1954 1953 first wife died married Minnie Pike Upon retirement moved private practice Wargrave specialising homeopathy collaboration two others published book called Psionic Medicine founded Psionic Medical Society lived Mumbery Lodge School Hill built demolished one patient know Please could tell Letter printed Wargrave Times Laurences Liverpool Temperance Hotel Thomas Davey Laurence 1861 census small girl 10 called Rosamond Evison sister Mary Ann uncle William’s hotel Laurences Commercial Family Temperance observing Williams father Thomas age 79 ruddy faced coal merchant another era deep discussion son Others present relative William Michaels wife Francis Ann Laurence 42 Emily Laurence 19 Fanny Caroline Laurence 5 Charles Michael Laurence 4 hotel’s customer William Davies 41 commercial traveller David Bickerton 30 commercial traveller hotel’s employee later life join Mary Milling 33 waitress Helen Parsons 23 housemaid Mary Ann Halliday 22 kitchen maid Elizabeth Meakin 28 chambermaid Jane Carson 47 cook William Williams 21 boot William Michael’s son Thomas Davy cousin due transfer Newcastle Quaker meeting 28 August 1862 live work 174 High Street Sunderland age 14 training Quakers Joshua Wilson Brothers wholesale grocers’ assistant future wife Kate age eleven lived father Reverend William Parkes 1855 1864 Monkwearmouth Sunderland Maybe met Family Commercial’ perfectly describe Laurence family Nineteenth Century Thomas Davy Laurence later proprietor Temperance Hotel born Sheffield 1846 William Michael Laurence Frances Davy William Michael LAURENCE son one five child coal merchant Thomas LAURENCE wife Mary TEFT lived worked Louth Lincolnshire William moved Sheffield married Frances Anne DAVY came respected Quaker family originally small village outside Keighley married Kate 6 July 1870 Great Georges Street Chapel ceremony conducted father William Parkes Independent Minister live hotel year moved various property prosperous area city accompanied least two servant monthly nurse Thomas Davy returned Liverpool Quaker meeting 25 April 1867 father William Michael added codicil original codicil dated 19 August 1869 stated “ lately entered Articles partnership son Thomas Davy carrying business Hotel Keeper Temperance Hotel Clayton Square Liverpool term five year also sold unto one half household good furniture effect said Hotel including one half Goodwill sum three thousand pound paid secured interest …” also state son could purchase Hotel twenty thousand pound write letter executor purchase three thousand pound father died 3 February 1874 five year term would expired 19 August 1874 BACKGROUND Achitecturally hotel made two early Victorian classically styled house often decorative French balcony first level LAURENCES Temperance Hotel made two property 20 21 Clayton Square 20 Clayton Square four year William Brown moved business 1841 reestablish Browns Commercial Family Hotel twelve room One famous occupant American Frederick Douglass wrote letter various English newspaper expressing dismay racial prejudice experienced Captain crew ship Cambria March 1854 William involved court case involving theft Saturday October 1853 Mr BEVERIDGE commercial traveller confectionery used Hotel four year left writing desk containing £6400 gold writing desk hotel commercial room Tuesday desk disappeared found later rifled court found favour Mr Brown Mr Beveridge properly looked property 1851 census William Brown moved Sheffield wife’s birthplace take trade Fruiterer hotel home John Arkwright married 50 b 1811 mariner Liverpool Lancashire wife Jane also Liverpool son daughter James Margaret Ann William took 21 Clayton Square first May 1856 acquiring 20 Clayton Square 3 May 13 May 1864 21 Clayton Square 1822 home Mr Hartley English Opera House gave series lecture poetry year residence Mr Young performed part Shakespeares King Richard Third 1851 census property leased Joseph MARTIN Widower aged 53 Hotel Keeper Kirby Warwickshire MARTIN Charles Son Unmarried 23 1828 Clerk Office Liverpool Lancashire BOOTHBY Harriet Esther Servant Unmarried F 41 1810 House Keeper Treuddyn Flintshire DIX Sarah E Unmarried F 18 1833 Bar Maid Fenton Staffordshire JONES Catharine Unmarried F 28 1823 Cook North Wales WILLIAMS Jane Unmarried F 24 1827 Chambermaid Welshpool Montgomeryshire FOSTER Jane Unmarried F 21 1830 Waitress Huyton Lancashire IRVING Mary Widow F 23 1828 Kitchenmaid Holyhead Wales JONES Mary Unmarried F 21 1830 Waitress Welshpool Anglesey HEWETT Ivar F 16 1835 Chamber Maid Flintshire Wales BIRCHELL Eliza F 23 1828 Chamber Maid Manchester Lancashire RADCLIFFE Sarah Servant Unmarried F 27 1824 Waitress Bedford Lancashire Anne Unmarried F 16 1835 Kitchen Maid Taplow Flintshire Wales EMMERY Henry Servant Unmarried 21 1830 Porter Boots Stone Staffordshire JONES Thomas Servant Unmarried 36 1815 Porter Boots Kearn Montgomeryshire Walesn SHEEN Charles Servant Unmarried 14 1837 Porter Boots Liverpool Lancashire MOORE Edward Widower 47 1804 Agent Isle Man GILL William Visitor 47 1804 Gentleman Isle Man BRINSLEY Richard Visitor Unmarried 40 1811 Commercial Traveller Southport Lancashire MORGAN John Visitor Married 33 1818 Commercial Traveller Maiden Essex HOGG John F Visitor Married 54 1797 Commercial Traveller Hull Kington Hall WHITE Edward Visitor 54 1797 Commercial Traveller Leicestershire nf BAKER Joseph Visitor 36 1815 Commercial Traveller Littleworth Leicestershire PLUMLEY Josiah F Visitor 34 1817 Commercial Traveller Wolverhampton BLOGG John Visitor 45 1806 Commercial Traveller London Hotel Manchester 1849 William bought lease hotel 30 Piccadilly Manchester moved city wife family Leeds Mercury dated Saturday June 24 1843 AHSmith new owner 30 Piccadilly advertises opening new hotel Temperance Hotel family commercial boarding house ‘within minute walk Centre Town favourably situate en route London Omnibuses pas House various Railway Stations Private sitting room cheerful aspects’ next advert Leeds Mercury Saturday May 11 1844 describes Hotel ‘having considerably enlarged’ provides ‘Breakfast Table upon arrival London Early Train Five wellaired Beds always ready’ discovered AHSmith decided leave Hotel Proprietor Advertisements Notices section Liverpool Mercury dated Tuesday February 6 1849 William Michael Laurence published first advert new venture announced opening Laurences Temperance Hotel Family Commercial Boarding House 30 Piccadilly late Smiths house within five minute walk London Birmingham Sheffield Lincolnshire Railway Station House thoroughly refitted beatified every attention paid comfort Commercial Gentlemen Families honour u patronage Excellent Private sitting room every attention paid comfort cleanliness tied room March edition second last advert exactly William young family lived number 28 according water damaged 1851 census Thomas Find Money Buy Hotel Manchester Examiner Saturday December 20th 1851 advertised BRITISH MUTUAL LOAN ASSURANCE CLASSES MANCHESTER state “The FOURTH MEETING Class no1 FIRST MEETING Class B no9 held Laurences Hotel 30 Piccadilly Friday evening 26th instant six o’clock SALE SHARES take place loan class afford great opportunity borrower return capital easy payment spread term four year whilst secure ample return investor Applications share information may obtained application MrLaurence hotel” interest providing financial service continued moved Clayton Square LiverpoolMercury Monday December 30 1861 William one five trustee SECOND ROCK PERMANENT building society advert Liverpool Mercury Monday April 6 1863 W Laurence quoted President CROMWELL PERMANENT BENEFIT BUILDING SOCIETY Mutual Investment Fund Daily Post Thursday December 19 1867 quoted one person communicate wish join THIRD PRUDENTIAL BUILDING SOCIETY Daily Post Wednesday March 11 1868 EIGHTH ANNUAL MEETING NESTOR PERMANENT BUILDING SOCIETY WMLaurence president 1864 Thomas purchased half hotel began develop best description became advertising article called “A Century Progress” published 1900 state “the number room increased tweve “boast le eighty premise present stand consist exceedingly handsome fourstoreyed brick building bold frontage seventy foot ornamental balcony running whole length first storey ground floor capital billiard saloon perfectly equipped provided firstclass fullsized table large exceedingly comfortable dining room capitally appointed commercialroom besides ten welllighted stockroom several large size Ascending first floor one come upon cosy coffeeroom private sittingrooms apartment en suite find several new stockroom upperfloors fully utilised bedroom accommodation chamber embodying latest hygienic improvement way lighting ventilation c “ 1915 Advert TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT Preston 1833 Joseph Livesey opened first temperance hotel simplistic term battle Liverpool Cain Conservative owned brewery pub hotel Liberal party promoted temperance Thomas Davy elected member Liberal party promoted temperance encouraging speaker American Neal Dhow also Quaker Neal Dhow visit England promote ‘The Maine Liquor Law’ public breakfast Laurences 1857 J B Gough recently disembarked Niagara steamship eloquent temperance advocate’ also public breakfast Laurences delivering two hour lecture promoting ‘Maine Law’ LIBERAL PARTY July 1865 crowd gathered Clayton Square awaiting Liberal candidate defeated local election appear make speech elaborately decorated balcony Laurences Hotel Thomas Davy elected Lime Street ward 1890 1877 Liberal member Liverpool Select Vestry managed city Workhouse STAFF longest serving staff member linenkeeper Rosamond EVISON niece William Michael LAURENCE born Quarry Lane Louth 1 August 1850 daughter Mary Ann LAURENCE John EVISON local butcher Mary Ann one daughter Thomas Laurence sister William Michael Laurence 1861 registered census living 1871 working Laurences Temperance Hotel never married last reference find age 61 1911 census performing job began 40 year ago sister worked briefly Housekeeper succession housekeeper last one find Alice BINNS 1911 earliest advert staff hotel May 2nd 1856 Liverpool Mercury request plain cook advert ask Boots Ostrich Feather Hands Laundress census staff differ apart Rosamond One employee Elizabeth VIGGER ‘young woman’ appeared Liverpool Police Court accused stealing hotel leather bag worth £400 Using census material approximately 20 Staff 15 customer CUSTOMERS family mentioned staying hotel lone commercial traveller common customer John White used hotel contact address business selling lease property advertising service Gentleman Wants engagement selector cheese butter America Others wrote letter quoting address hotel In1880 one customer Thomas JONES given headline Madman Hotel gentlemanly looking man formerly officer London Westminster Bank Lothbury time pensioner institution £8710 year left home Sunday 8th August assaulted motherinlaw physically threatened wife Since family trying placed necessary restraint necessary step taken Friday lost sight confined Bethlehem Hospital discharged thought point death Thomas recovered health mind booking Hotel cut bedlinen Rosamond would pleased threw brick pier glass damage cost £3000 today money amount thousand pound worth damage stated tipsy drinking champagne Court submitted care workhouse Curiously Thomas Chairman Liverpool Select Vestry managed City workhouse 1880 eventful year Hotel also featured jewellery robbery Morning Post November 6th reported London North Western Railway Company entrusted 29th January delivery Birmingham Liverpool three case jewellery commercial traveller called Mr Holland staying Lawrences Hotel take delivery Two parcel arrived either 29th morning 30th received Miss Beresford clerk hotel signed van driver note three realising mistake spoke van driver promised go back get parcel consisted gold pin signet ring article last Warwick Assizes jury ruled Railway Company pay 1 shilling delay value missing parcel £4700 Railway Company contended Mr Hindley van driver employee servant Mr Thurston employed collect parcel good Railway Company Nothing heard missing parcel 10th February Inspector Allenson Liverpool Police called pawnbroker suspect Laurence ancestor Bridgewater Street shown several article missing jewellery pawned two men named Ralph Buchanan thereupon arrested charge felony However evidence connect Railway Company servant 1891 five foot copper circulating boiler tank attached back hotel exploded rose air surrounding building land courtyard Central Railway Station Thomas Davy ground floor office time came find caused noise explosion caused extensive internal damage kitchen scullery Surprisingly one hurt close escape TD LAURENCE PRESIDENT LIVERPOOL INVESTMENT BUILDING SOCIETY annual report Liverpool Investment Buiding Society stated January 1st 1924 state “ retiring Directors are…Mr Thomas Laurence Mr Laurence seek reelection owing removed Devonshire senior member elected Board 1893 severalyears filled office President” HOTEL DEMOLITION hotel demolished June 1921 council demolition record owner property Mr Brown back two photo demolition taken chief librarian day note stating demolition due expansion Browns Drapers Liverpool Echo Tuesday August 22 1916 advert Brown’s Drapers Rebuiding Extension SALE advises “…To afford thousand customer every facility comfort Brown’s acquired adjoining building corner Clayton Square Parker Street ‘reconstructed them” address Brown’s 12–14–16–18 Parker Street Parker Street immediately behind hotel sold Brown’s attachment37 align”alignnone” width”300 Demolition 1922 enlarged enabling entrance via Clayton Square Thomas Laurence Coal Merchant sloop owner Thomas LAURENCE owned share sloop called ‘Alpha’ exported corn Hull importing coal return journey According local newspaper report sloop “Alpha” Mark AARON’s Captainship also transported coal good Wisbech Cambridgeshire Goole returning corn fruit Goole Wisbech converted statutory mile 12716 Hull Louth 3286 would take day reckon loading time add One example found local newspaper Alpha Mark AARON Leeds Intelligencer 18061842 period June 9–16 coaster inwards Wisbech coal Lincolnshire Chronicle 24061842 sailed Goole corn fruit Alpha official number 14410 Goole shipping register NSG3 page 11 entry relating ‘Alpha’ dated Jul 1841 Registration numberyear 301841 name master Mark AARON state built Thorne 1841 William ATKINSON sloop name owner time registration Mark AARON Thorne master mariner Thomas LAWRENCE Louth merchant John Booth SHARPLEY Louth merchant Last entry includes entry 1854 section include burthen 43 2481 3500 ton Surveying Officer Thomas Parry TIDE number deck one number mast one length inner part Main Stem fore part Stern aloft 5 foot breadth Midships 13 foot depth hold Midships 6 foot one tenth type bowsprit round number share owner Mark 22 Thomas John 21 make 64 share vessel Mark controlling share Goole Wisbech back may well William Atkinson 19 Mar 1787Sept 1854 shipbuilding family canal side Thorne nr Doncaster Mark AARON 1791–6 July 1865 also son name 1828–1874 took captainship ‘Alpha’ 1848 Thomas sold share back John Booth SHARPLEY turn 1867 sold ship William BELL Hull Tom LAURENCE became insolvent 1851 Sloops mainly handled bulk cargo Humber port carrying farm produce Lincolnshire coal West Riding brick tile side cement chalk stone Barton South Ferriby Hull transhipping phosphate back fertiliser work summer sea going trade would Louth Saltfleet port Wash south Thames north trade would Bridlington Tyne port Louth Navigation Trust httpwwwlouthcanalorguk brilliant job researching canal recording history looking Thomas Coal Merchant 1826–1868 Thomas Laurence fourth great grandfather earlier article spoke move birthplace Langton Partney Louth employment Collector toll Louth Navigation went Riverhead Louth Tetney article cover rest life plan Riverhead made Padley 1828 previous page show two property one owned partnership Sharpley Lawrence Thomas Lawrence Collector Tolls Navigation would made sense Thomas rent property Riverhead 1830 1832 Returns give description Thomas property 1830 still lease land CHAPLIN F G 4 Coal Merchant longer employed Chaplin family moved away Riverhead owns lease House Shop 1 shilling 1832 owns house Goospool today Gospelgate 1 shilling lease land River Head CHAPLIN F G 4 shilling also land STEPHENSON WRIGHT £24ad CHAPLIN family seem exercised considerable influence inception canal Despite term 1763 Act Charles CHAPLIN managed obtain lease 99 year successful getting Bill parliament 1828 Also note James Pulteney CHAPLIN Rev Henry CHAPLIN major shareholder 1840 would still exert considerable influence Control management toll became virtually hereditary within Tathwell branch CHAPLIN family Charles died succeeded son Thomas turn succeeded George CHAPLIN legatee Thomas Tom Become Coal Merchant Louth growing town plenty coal needed supply tannery soapery several brewery carpet blanket factory needed coal steam engine introduced 1834 1835 three agricultural machine maker town 1855 six 1842 nine lime kiln 1826 corn coal merchant Grimsby decade 1850 Louth became third largest town county Lincoln Lincolnshire Chronicle dated 1838 28 December ‘ tender accepted Mr Thos LAWRENCES coal WILSONS Silkstone’s 19 6dper ton good common 16 6d per ditto’ provided Louth Workhouse recorded Workhouse Minutes Lincolnshire Chronicle dated 3 May 1839 recorded Trust Account Bolles Charity 1838–1839 payment 1838 one Messrs SHARPLEY LAWRENCE £7 17 2d Lincolnshire Chronicle dated 24 June 1842 Louth Union Workhouse best coal 17 per ton common coal 13 However mention made name Louth Workhouse minute time George SUTTON 23 April 1847 Lincolnshire Chronicle record Sharpley LAWRENCE granted contract supply Louth prison coal William Browns Louth Panorama 1844 see picture warehouse Riverhead show name ‘LAURENCE’ John Booth Sharpley first trade directory reference partnership Tom John Booth SHARPLEY occurs 1826 John Booth SHARPLEY born 27 March 1800 died 4 June 1872 father Anthony SHARPLEY b 1771 Oct 1834 mother Ann BOOTH born 27 March 1800 Louth Lincolnshire became magistrate 1849 Corn Coal Merchant married Elizabeth HAY 23 September 1824 Waltham Lincolnshire mayor Louth three time 184018491854 buried 24 June 1872 Louth Lincolnshire 1874 plaque erected memory Louth Methodist Chapel premise River head 1828 survey LOUTH Navigation Padley give following description number refer plan Riverhead “№13A Warehouse River Head length 85 foot 6 inch breadth 24 foot 24 inch height wall 22 foot 6 inch gable end built brick covered slate consists Ground floor two others good repair occupation Messrs LAWRENCE SHARPLEY №13B consists Office Stable Tenement width North end 15 foot 5 inch West side 42 foot 7 inch width South end 16 foot 4 inch brickwork 1 foot 6 inch high wall 9 foot high North wall 7 foot high built brick covered board 8 foot brickwork built wood East side brick wood West side going decay№13c part building length South wall 29 foot 9 inch brickwork 4 foot high woodwork 4 foot 6 inch high width end 14 feet13D consists Shoemakers Shop Tailors Shop length 22 foot 6 inch width 7 foot 6 inch South pantile good repair №12 №13D inclusive occupation Messrs LAWRENCE SHARPLEY contain 2 rood 20 perch Louth Navigation Padley’s 1828 survey 1841 Census show Riverhead clearly community right two public house Woolpack Ship butcher’s shop druggist Thomas son Charles moved 1836 also functioned grocer busy place arrival departure boat good loaded unloaded grain prepared brewing trade drying kiln craftsman labourer row small terraced house known tenementsThe artisan lived mostly trade skill linked work canal largest group mariner followed ship’s carpenter rope maker Thomas LAURENCE owned share sloop called ‘Alpha’ exported corn Hull importing coal return journey According local newspaper report sloop “Alpha” Mark AARON’s Captainship also transported coal good Wisbech Cambridgeshire Goole returning corn fruit Goole Wisbech converted statutory mile 12716 Hull Louth 3286 would take day reckon loading time add One example found local newspaper Alpha Mark AARON Leeds Intelligencer 18061842 period June 9–16 coaster inwards Wisbech coal Lincolnshire Chronicle 24061842 sailed Goole corn fruit Alpha official number 14410 Goole shipping register NSG3 page 11 entry relating ‘Alpha’ dated Jul 1841 Registration numberyear 301841 name master Mark AARON state built Thorne 1841 William ATKINSON sloop name owner time registration Mark AARON Thorne master mariner Thomas LAWRENCE Louth merchant John Booth SHARPLEY Louth merchant Last entry includes entry 1854 section include burthen 43 2481 3500 ton Surveying Officer Thomas Parry TIDE number deck one number mast one length inner part Main Stem fore part Stern aloft 5 foot breadth Midships 13 foot depth hold Midships 6 foot one tenth type bowsprit round number share owner Mark 22 Thomas John 21 make 64 share vessel Mark controlling share Goole Wisbech back may well William Atkinson 19 Mar 1787Sept 1854 shipbuilding family canal side Thorne nr Doncaster Mark AARON 1791–6 July 1865 also son name 1828–1874 took captainship ‘Alpha’ 1848 Thomas sold share back John Booth SHARPLEY turn 1867 sold ship William BELL Hull Tom LAURENCE became insolvent 1851 Sloops mainly handled bulk cargo Humber port carrying farm produce Lincolnshire coal West Riding brick tile side cement chalk stone Barton South Ferriby Hull transhipping phosphate back fertiliser work summer sea going trade would Louth Saltfleet port Wash south Thames north trade would Bridlington Tyne port Toms son also became active town daughter married EVISON family became entwined history LAURENCEs Mary Ann LAURENCE born 1820 Louth baptised 29 Jul 1820 married John EVISON born 1820 Louth June quarter 1846 three daughter 1848 Helen EVISON 1849 Mary Ann EVISON 1850 Rosamond EVISON born Louth census 30 Mar 1851 living Quarry Lane SHARPLEY LAWRENCE Partnership Dissolved Lincoln Rutland Stamford Mercury Friday December 20 1850 quoted London Gazette time Insolvency Lincoln Rutland Stamford Mercury Friday January 31 1851 London Gazette LAWRENCES ASSIGNMENT Notice hereby given THOMAS LAWRENCE Louth county Lincoln coal merchant hath Indenture bearing date Seventeenth day January one thousand eight hundred fifty one conveyed assigned real personal estate effect unto FREDERICK CHAPLIN Tathwell said county Esquire WILLIAM ALLINSON DUNN Louth aforesaid gentleman heir executor administrator assigns upon trust equal benefit Creditors said Thomas LAWRENCE shall execute said Indenture within two calendar month date thereof said Indenture executed said Thomas LAWRENCE William Allison DUNN day date thereof said Frederick CHAPLIN 25th day January instant attested execution thereof said Thomas LAWRENCE Frederick CHAPLIN William Allison Dunn Field FLOWERS Louth aforesaid attorneyatlaw John PORTER place clerk Notice hereby also given said Indenture lying office execution Creditors said Thomas LAWRENCEand person indebted estate said Thomas LAWRENCE pay amount respective debt said William Allison DUNN Dated 27th day January 1851 order WILSON Solicitors Louth 1851 census find Thomas Mary living John Mary Ann EVISON Quarry Lane Louth EVISON John Head Married 30 1821 Butcher Master 1 Ap Louth Lincolnshire EVISON Mary Wife Married F 30 1821 Louth Lincolnshire EVISON Helen Daughter Unmarried F 3 1848 Louth Lincolnshire EVISON Mary Ann Daughter Unmarried F 2 1849 Louth Lincolnshire EVISON Rosamond Daughter F 0 6 MOS 1851 Louth Lincolnshire LAWRENCE Thomas FatherInLaw Married 69 1782 Coal Merchant Langton Lincolnshire LAWRENCE Mary MotherInLaw Married F 67 1784 Alvingham Lincolnshire LAWRENCE TEFT BrotherInLaw Unmarried 28 1823 Watch Maker Louth Lincolnshire FLETCHER Samuel Apprentice Unmarried 18 1833 Ap Butcher Yaxley Northamptonshire WRIGHT Kate Servant Unmarried F 22 1829 House Serv Louth STUBBS Elizabeth Servant Unmarried F 14 1837 House Servant Grainthorpe Lincolnshire Tom Become Insolvent simple term railway arrived Louth 1848 bought lease Louth Navigation Also added competition coal merchant town Tom would blind effect railway canal 1847 two railway Acts passed first authorised East Lincolnshire Railway Company purchase existing lease collection toll Louth Navigation second Act enabled Great Northern Railway Company purchase East Lincolnshire Railway Canal SM SIZERS opinion GNR took lease prevent canal competing also asserts would put toll charge maximum Act permitted Making transportation rail attractive transportation coal expensive 19 Mar 1860 Toms wife Mary died old age Perhaps lonely 1861 census Thomas living son William Michaels Temperance Hotel Clayton Square Liverpool LAURANCE William Head Married 44 1817 Temperance Hotel Louth Lincolnshire LAURANCE Francis Ann Wife Married F 42 1819 Sheffield Yorkshire LAURANCE Emily Daughter Unmarried F 19 1842 Sheffield Yorkshire LAURANCE Fanny Caroline Daughter Unmarried F 5 1856 Scholar Manchester Lancashire LAURANCE Charles Son Unmarried 4 1857 Scholar Liverpool Lancashire LAURANCE Thomas Father Widower 79 1782 Gentleman Langton Lincolnshire EVISON Rosamond Niece Unmarried F 10 1851 Scholar Louth Lincolnshire DAVIES William Visitor Married 41 1820 Commercial Traveller Bristol Gloucestershire BICKERTON David Visitor Unmarried 30 1831 Commercial Traveller Scotland MILLING Mary Servant Unmarried F 33 1828 Waitress Bentham Yorkshire PARSONS Helen Servant Unmarried F 23 1838 Housemaid Liverpool Lancashire HALLIDAY Mary Ann Servant Unmarried F 22 1839 Kitchen Maid Liverpool Lancashire MEAKIN Elizabeth Servant Unmarried F 28 1833 Chambermaid Liverpool Lancashire CARSEN Jane Servant Unmarried F 47 1814 Cook Scotland WILLIAMS William Servant Unmarried 21 1840 Boots Whitchurch Shropshire 1861 census date Sunday 7 April mother dead father knowing financial difficulty Rosamond may sent assurance employed Willam Michaels Liverpool Temperance hotel find described 1861 census LAURANCE William Head Married 44 1817 Temperance Hotel Louth Lincolnshire LAURANCE Francis Ann Wife Married F 42 1819 Sheffield Yorkshire LAURANCE Emily Daughter Unmarried F 19 1842 Sheffield Yorkshire LAURANCE Fanny Caroline Daughter Unmarried F 5 1856 Scholar Manchester Lancashire LAURANCE Charles Son Unmarried 4 1857 Scholar Liverpool Lancashire LAURANCE Thomas Father Widower 79 1782 Gentleman Langton Lincolnshire EVISON Rosamond Niece Unmarried F 10 1851 Scholar Louth Lincolnshire DAVIES William Visitor Married 41 1820 Commercial Traveller Bristol Gloucestershire BICKERTON David Visitor Unmarried 30 1831 Commercial Traveller Scotland MILLING Mary Servant Unmarried F 33 1828 Waitress Bentham Yorkshire PARSONS Helen Servant Unmarried F 23 1838 Housemaid Liverpool Lancashire HALLIDAY Mary Ann Servant Unmarried F 22 1839 Kitchen Maid Liverpool Lancashire MEAKIN Elizabeth Servant Unmarried F 28 1833 Chambermaid Liverpool Lancashire CARSEN Jane Servant Unmarried F 47 1814 Cook Scotland WILLIAMS William Servant Unmarried 21 1840 Boots Whitchurch Shropshire William Michaels father Tom also census perhaps accompanied Rosamond Death Thomas died bronchitis old age 29 October 1868 Aswell Lane attendance Richard Boyle watchmaker married Tom’s son Taft’s widow Teft watchmaking premise Aswell Lane time References Land Tax research done Suzanne Mendel kind permission Liverpool Archives print photo Laurences Temperance Hotel kind permission print picture advice Stuart Sizer work ‘People Boats’ provide detail William Browns 1844 Louth Panorama “Alpha” information kindly provided Goole Maritime MuseumTags History Genealogy Liverpool Hotel Industry

Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa: a world-class hideaway

Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa is a world-class beachside property located in Mactan Island, Cebu. It’s as opulent as other Shangri-La properties around the Philippines but this is our favorite so far because of its breathtaking white cove that stretch out into crystalline waters. Our first family getaway For our Mactan trip, we were to spend a four-night staycation at the lovely Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa. Khris and I were very excited since this is our first family trip. After all, Shangri-La is known for its luxurious hotels and resorts. Add to that the fact that Cebu is one of our favorite destinations, with its cosmopolitan vibe that is devoid of the clutter and harried pace of Metro Manila. Our flight to Mactan We were booked for an early flight via Cebu Pacific because we wanted to have time to explore Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa. Check-in at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa There were already many guests lined-up at the check-in counter by the time that we got there, even if it was early in the morning. Nonetheless, check-in was a breeze and we were handed our key cards as soon as we finished filling out the usual forms. Our room My sister-in-law booked an adjoining room for us. Our room was at the ninth level which gave us a good view of the sea from our window. As soon as we were inside, we immediately checked out the amenities. It had the standard large-screen LCD television, a study, telephone, mini bar, and a personal refrigerator. The bathroom had a sink, toilet, shower, bathtub, and all the toiletries to ensure that our stay is as comfortable as it can be. The big queen-size bed looked inviting and tempting. We would have wanted to sleep but we could not help but go outside and explore the vast gardens and walkways of the property. Things to do in Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa 1. Explore the property This is what we did on our first day at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa. We did a walking tour around the gardens, we checked out the amenities, and observed the busy buzz of the hotel personnel preparing for events as well as evening activities. All that walking around through the property was enough to occupy our whole afternoon. Likewise, it familiarized us with the whole hotel so we would already know what to do and where to go in the subsequent days of our stay. 2. Swim in any of the hotel’s inviting pools There are several swimming pools within the hotel grounds. If you do not feel like going to the beach, this is the best option to enjoy some sun and water. Kids, most especially, will love the children’s pool that features a play area. 3. Take a dip in the beach Probably one of the best features of at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa is its white sand cove. The sand is powdery fine, similar to that in Boracay. What’s good about the beach is that it’s not crowded plus there are no beachside bars to distract swimmers. In addition, the water is crystal-clear. You can actually fishes swimming beside you. Throw a bit of sand to the water and the fish will flock around the bits of sand, thinking that it’s food. 4. Spend a quiet afternoon by the beach and watch the sunset If you want to take a break from all the swimming and water activities, you can spend a quiet afternoon at the beach under the shade of an umbrella. Take a good book with you and read, then wait for the sun to set. It’s a view that you will definitely enjoy. 5. Have a great night out at the bar If you love night outs, then head over to Cowrie Cove Bar, located right at the garden. Order a nice drink and enjoy the lively music curated by a guest DJ every night. You will also be treated to a show as bartenders show off their skills. 6. Visit the open-air chapel There is an open-air chapel at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa’s garden. If you want a moment of peace and quiet, you can visit the chapel and have a few minutes of prayer. 7. Book a relaxing spa session at Chi, The Spa If you want a relaxing treatment for your aching muscles, then book a satisfying wellness session at Chi, The Spa. Upon entering Chi, The Spa, you will immediately be greeted with an uplifting vibe and aroma. The calming music is the perfect invitation for you to lie down on a massage bed and let yourself be pampered. 8. Sleep all you want What’s stopping you from sleeping? You are on vacation, anyway, so take advantage of the opportunity to recharge yourself. You do not always have to be up and about and on the move to be able to say that you had a worthwhile vacation. Sleep is the ultimate relaxation. Dining at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa There are several dining options at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa so you do not need to go outside to eat. Nevertheless, if you do want to go outside the hotel and try other restaurants, you might not find one within the immediate vicinity of the hotel. You can get a cab to take you to a well-known restaurant around the area or take the hotel’s shuttle bus to Cebu City where there are more restaurant options. Anyway, these are the options that we tried at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa: Acqua Restaurant We ate most of our meals at Acqua Restaurant. The interiors of the restaurant are bright and spacious, and the tables and seats were comfortable. We tried Acqua Restaurant’s sinigang na baboy and crispy pata. The sinigang na baboy is a huge bowl of steaming broth with vegetables and chunks of pork. The hot soup looked really tempting but, on my first sip I was taken aback because it was too sour, like jaw-numbing sour. I like my sinigang sour but it should still have the right balance of saltiness and spice. Anyway, I just added a dash of salt to my soup and that did the trick well. The crispy pata is another story though. Clichéd as it may sound, but it was sinfully good! The pork skin was crispy and it had the right level of saltiness. The meat was tender and went well with the spicy vinegar dipping sauce. We also tried the Greek and Caesar Salads, and the seafood pasta. The Caesar Salad was good; the vegetables are fresh, crisp, and just lightly dressed but it was intensely flavorful. It had chunks of feta cheese which lent a salty-creamy taste to the salad. The seafood pasta, on the other hand, was extremely satisfying. It had generous helpings of seafood slices swimming in copious amounts of red sauce. The restaurant’s staff were also very gracious. When we had lunch here, our orders came late, so the restaurant crew said that we can get dessert from the buffet area. I loaded a huge plate with chunks of fresh fruit and I got myself scoops of ube and vanilla ice cream with all the delicious toppings. In general, service was good and fast. The staff was very accommodating of our requests. However, since this is a hotel restaurant, expect the food to be pricey. Tea of Spring Our family had dinner at Tea of Spring during our second night at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa. As the name suggests, Tea of Spring offers oriental cuisine in its menu. The interiors are reminiscent of well-known Chinese restaurants in Manila, with red lanterns hung throughout the place. The tables are big — perfect for any family gathering or celebrations. As can be expected, hot tea is served free and overflowing. We ordered yang chow fried rice, braised minced beef wit h bean curd sauce, stewed pork ribs, fried chicken for the children, chicken noodle soup, and vegetable and seafood omelet. I first tried the stewed pork ribs — it was tender enough but there was nothing splendid about the taste. The braised minced beef was also tender. It had a well-balanced sweet-salty taste but, nonetheless, also ordinary. What I enjoyed most was the chicken noodle soup and the omelet. The egg noodles were very firm and tasted rich. The warm soup that was bursting with flavor was a good complement to the rich noodles. This dish had huge slices of shitake mushrooms and fresh Chinese lettuce. As for the omelet, well, you can never go wrong with any fried dish with egg. One thing I discovered during that night was what my sister-in-law called “extraordinary sauce” or XO sauce. We really did not know what it was made of. It looked like the usual chili-garlic sauce in siomai joints but it tasted “funky” at first but it made any dish, whether meat or soup, really delicious. I really would not consider it as a superb dinner, but it was, all in all, satisfying. Service was good and fast. What’s more, the food was more affordable at Tea of Spring as compared to Acqua Restaurant. Room Service We tried Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa’s room service on our last day at the hotel. After spending the morning at the beach, we ordered fried chicken and pancit before returning to our room. We wanted a quick and light meal since we were still full from our breakfast. However, when we returned to our room, we were surprised to discover a wonderful spread of Cebu Lechon and a big bowl of puso waiting for us. This delicious feast was a complimentary meal courtesy of the hotel. For those who are not familiar, puso is rice encased in woven coconut leaves and then steamed or boiled. This is how Cebuanos typically cook and consume their rice. It is usually sold in roadside stalls or eateries and commonly eaten with meats and sauces without the use of utensils. On the other hand, Cebu lechon (whole roasted pig) is a mouthwatering dish that the province is also famous for. The cooking method is similar to that of other lechon varieties in the Philippines — whole pig is skewered on a bamboo pole and slowly roasted over hot coals or firewood. What sets Cebu Lechon apart is that is that the meat and skin are generously seasoned with herbs, spices and salt, infusing a rich flavor to the dish. Most Cebuanos would tell you that you do not need a sauce to go with it and it’s true. The flavorful meat and crunchy skin can be eaten without having to dip it in a sauce. I first tasted Cebu lechon at Waterfront Hotel in Lahug during one of our corporate events some years ago and I immediately fell in love with it. For me, a trip to Cebu is not complete without having a bite of Cebu lechon. The skin is my favorite part because it was very crunchy and tasty — much like chicharon but with a more robust and richer flavor. Our Cebu lechon came with a vinegar dipping sauce with slices of red onions and red chilies. It was my first time to try dipping Cebu lechon in vinegar and I must say it was very good. The spicy vinegar provided balance by cutting the richness of the meat. Lobby Lounge We did not really try the food at Lobby Lounge but Khris and I had coffee here one night. What stands out in the Lobby Lounge is the ambiance. The cool sea breeze, the music, the easy chatter and busy buzz of the people coming and going all the more emphasized the feeling that we were on a holiday. How to book a room at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa If you are interested to book a room at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa, you may use the link below to get the best price: If you want to find out their latest promos and offers, you may get in touch with them through the following contact information: Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa is located at Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan, Cebu 6015 Philippines Credit cards are honored at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa

https://medium.com/@dadonthemoveph/shangri-las-mactan-resort-and-spa-a-world-class-hideaway-bc1fb4ecde8b

['Ivan Jose']

2020-10-13 03:08:07.112000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotel', 'Travel Guide', 'Itinerary']

Title ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa worldclass hideawayContent ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa worldclass beachside property located Mactan Island Cebu It’s opulent ShangriLa property around Philippines favorite far breathtaking white cove stretch crystalline water first family getaway Mactan trip spend fournight staycation lovely ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa Khris excited since first family trip ShangriLa known luxurious hotel resort Add fact Cebu one favorite destination cosmopolitan vibe devoid clutter harried pace Metro Manila flight Mactan booked early flight via Cebu Pacific wanted time explore ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa Checkin ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa already many guest linedup checkin counter time got even early morning Nonetheless checkin breeze handed key card soon finished filling usual form room sisterinlaw booked adjoining room u room ninth level gave u good view sea window soon inside immediately checked amenity standard largescreen LCD television study telephone mini bar personal refrigerator bathroom sink toilet shower bathtub toiletry ensure stay comfortable big queensize bed looked inviting tempting would wanted sleep could help go outside explore vast garden walkway property Things ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa 1 Explore property first day ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa walking tour around garden checked amenity observed busy buzz hotel personnel preparing event well evening activity walking around property enough occupy whole afternoon Likewise familiarized u whole hotel would already know go subsequent day stay 2 Swim hotel’s inviting pool several swimming pool within hotel ground feel like going beach best option enjoy sun water Kids especially love children’s pool feature play area 3 Take dip beach Probably one best feature ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa white sand cove sand powdery fine similar Boracay What’s good beach it’s crowded plus beachside bar distract swimmer addition water crystalclear actually fish swimming beside Throw bit sand water fish flock around bit sand thinking it’s food 4 Spend quiet afternoon beach watch sunset want take break swimming water activity spend quiet afternoon beach shade umbrella Take good book read wait sun set It’s view definitely enjoy 5 great night bar love night out head Cowrie Cove Bar located right garden Order nice drink enjoy lively music curated guest DJ every night also treated show bartender show skill 6 Visit openair chapel openair chapel ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa’s garden want moment peace quiet visit chapel minute prayer 7 Book relaxing spa session Chi Spa want relaxing treatment aching muscle book satisfying wellness session Chi Spa Upon entering Chi Spa immediately greeted uplifting vibe aroma calming music perfect invitation lie massage bed let pampered 8 Sleep want What’s stopping sleeping vacation anyway take advantage opportunity recharge always move able say worthwhile vacation Sleep ultimate relaxation Dining ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa several dining option ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa need go outside eat Nevertheless want go outside hotel try restaurant might find one within immediate vicinity hotel get cab take wellknown restaurant around area take hotel’s shuttle bus Cebu City restaurant option Anyway option tried ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa Acqua Restaurant ate meal Acqua Restaurant interior restaurant bright spacious table seat comfortable tried Acqua Restaurant’s sinigang na baboy crispy pata sinigang na baboy huge bowl steaming broth vegetable chunk pork hot soup looked really tempting first sip taken aback sour like jawnumbing sour like sinigang sour still right balance saltiness spice Anyway added dash salt soup trick well crispy pata another story though Clichéd may sound sinfully good pork skin crispy right level saltiness meat tender went well spicy vinegar dipping sauce also tried Greek Caesar Salads seafood pasta Caesar Salad good vegetable fresh crisp lightly dressed intensely flavorful chunk feta cheese lent saltycreamy taste salad seafood pasta hand extremely satisfying generous helping seafood slice swimming copious amount red sauce restaurant’s staff also gracious lunch order came late restaurant crew said get dessert buffet area loaded huge plate chunk fresh fruit got scoop ube vanilla ice cream delicious topping general service good fast staff accommodating request However since hotel restaurant expect food pricey Tea Spring family dinner Tea Spring second night ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa name suggests Tea Spring offer oriental cuisine menu interior reminiscent wellknown Chinese restaurant Manila red lantern hung throughout place table big — perfect family gathering celebration expected hot tea served free overflowing ordered yang chow fried rice braised minced beef wit h bean curd sauce stewed pork rib fried chicken child chicken noodle soup vegetable seafood omelet first tried stewed pork rib — tender enough nothing splendid taste braised minced beef also tender wellbalanced sweetsalty taste nonetheless also ordinary enjoyed chicken noodle soup omelet egg noodle firm tasted rich warm soup bursting flavor good complement rich noodle dish huge slice shitake mushroom fresh Chinese lettuce omelet well never go wrong fried dish egg One thing discovered night sisterinlaw called “extraordinary sauce” XO sauce really know made looked like usual chiligarlic sauce siomai joint tasted “funky” first made dish whether meat soup really delicious really would consider superb dinner satisfying Service good fast What’s food affordable Tea Spring compared Acqua Restaurant Room Service tried ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa’s room service last day hotel spending morning beach ordered fried chicken pancit returning room wanted quick light meal since still full breakfast However returned room surprised discover wonderful spread Cebu Lechon big bowl puso waiting u delicious feast complimentary meal courtesy hotel familiar puso rice encased woven coconut leaf steamed boiled Cebuanos typically cook consume rice usually sold roadside stall eatery commonly eaten meat sauce without use utensil hand Cebu lechon whole roasted pig mouthwatering dish province also famous cooking method similar lechon variety Philippines — whole pig skewered bamboo pole slowly roasted hot coal firewood set Cebu Lechon apart meat skin generously seasoned herb spice salt infusing rich flavor dish Cebuanos would tell need sauce go it’s true flavorful meat crunchy skin eaten without dip sauce first tasted Cebu lechon Waterfront Hotel Lahug one corporate event year ago immediately fell love trip Cebu complete without bite Cebu lechon skin favorite part crunchy tasty — much like chicharon robust richer flavor Cebu lechon came vinegar dipping sauce slice red onion red chilies first time try dipping Cebu lechon vinegar must say good spicy vinegar provided balance cutting richness meat Lobby Lounge really try food Lobby Lounge Khris coffee one night stand Lobby Lounge ambiance cool sea breeze music easy chatter busy buzz people coming going emphasized feeling holiday book room ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa interested book room ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa may use link get best price want find latest promos offer may get touch following contact information ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort Spa located Punta Engano Road LapuLapu City Mactan Cebu 6015 Philippines Credit card honored ShangriLa’s Mactan Resort SpaTags Travel Hotel Travel Guide Itinerary

Great Travel Tips For Having A Wonderful Ladakh Tour!

Great Travel Tips For Having A Wonderful Ladakh Tour! A tourist who has a love for adventure and shares a great feeling for nature and natural aspects, Ladakh tour is the best travel option to go with. It is a real paradise on this earth and hence, a tour to Ladakh gives you an impression on heaven that you get on being on this earth only. Ladakh is the highest plateau of J&K state. The amazement of this place encourages tourists to gaze around its surroundings for hours. The beautiful snow-capped attractive Himalayas ranges which are dotted with alluring green shaded pine trees and the chilly weather present an ever-lasting impression to vacationers. The overall location of Ladakh is simply beautiful as it is located at 3500 meters height above the sea level and is spread up in the Himalayas lap, this place is actually a must-go tourists spot in Indian tourism. Due to the rarely visible natural elements and mesmerising location of this place, it has become a favourite destination of adventure lovers, young generation of India and honeymooners. So, whichever tourists’ category you fall in, a tour to Leh Ladakh will always prove the best tour experience of your life. However, to make it actually mesmerising and memorable for your lifetime, here are few great tips that will help you having a wonderful tour experience in this region. Book Luxury Cottages In Ladakh To Ensure Convenience & Comfort During Your Tour – If you care for high quality accommodation during your tour, then you should only book luxury cottages in Ladakh. These cottages present amazing amenities, services and overall stay experience that you cannot have by staying in a hotel room or in resort. These luxury cottages present a fully personalized experience that you won’t feel like you are away from your home. Though all the services that make you feel comfortable in luxury cottages in Ladakh appear to you immediately on your command. So, to get the best time during your tour, you should not forget to make advance booking in luxury cottages in Ladakh. Other Important Tips For Having A Great Tour In Ladakh – · As the location of Ladakh is at high altitude, so you should prepare to bear harsh sun during your tour around this region. Therefore, do not forget to carry a sunscreen lotion with you that protects your skill from being damaged by sun rays. · Sometimes, the Ladakh weather turns to be nasty. Therefore, it is a good idea to leave your cottage in group and take a tourist guide who will keep you supervising during your tour. Before stepping out from your hotel, make sure to pack a small bag carrying woollen clothes as it protects you from extremely cold weather. Here, the days are often sunny, so wear light cotton outfits when you going to tour around the town in daytime. · There are some prohibited areas in Ladakh. So, we suggest not to enter to those areas just to try adventure as it may turn to be life-threatening event for you.

https://medium.com/@jamesmartel496/great-travel-tips-for-having-a-wonderful-ladakh-tour-3ffb7214727d

['James Martel']

2016-12-21 14:35:55.299000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotel', 'Hotel Accomodation']

Title Great Travel Tips Wonderful Ladakh TourContent Great Travel Tips Wonderful Ladakh Tour tourist love adventure share great feeling nature natural aspect Ladakh tour best travel option go real paradise earth hence tour Ladakh give impression heaven get earth Ladakh highest plateau JK state amazement place encourages tourist gaze around surroundings hour beautiful snowcapped attractive Himalayas range dotted alluring green shaded pine tree chilly weather present everlasting impression vacationer overall location Ladakh simply beautiful located 3500 meter height sea level spread Himalayas lap place actually mustgo tourist spot Indian tourism Due rarely visible natural element mesmerising location place become favourite destination adventure lover young generation India honeymooner whichever tourists’ category fall tour Leh Ladakh always prove best tour experience life However make actually mesmerising memorable lifetime great tip help wonderful tour experience region Book Luxury Cottages Ladakh Ensure Convenience Comfort Tour – care high quality accommodation tour book luxury cottage Ladakh cottage present amazing amenity service overall stay experience cannot staying hotel room resort luxury cottage present fully personalized experience won’t feel like away home Though service make feel comfortable luxury cottage Ladakh appear immediately command get best time tour forget make advance booking luxury cottage Ladakh Important Tips Great Tour Ladakh – · location Ladakh high altitude prepare bear harsh sun tour around region Therefore forget carry sunscreen lotion protects skill damaged sun ray · Sometimes Ladakh weather turn nasty Therefore good idea leave cottage group take tourist guide keep supervising tour stepping hotel make sure pack small bag carrying woollen clothes protects extremely cold weather day often sunny wear light cotton outfit going tour around town daytime · prohibited area Ladakh suggest enter area try adventure may turn lifethreatening event youTags Travel Hotel Hotel Accomodation

5 most beautiful ski hotels in Europe

5 most beautiful ski hotels in Europe — the bright idea of ​​travel “tourism subtleties”. Best holiday starts here, on the “subtleties”. Tours New Year around the world Fireplaces in the room, multi-storey spa, runs directly from the threshold, restaurants Michelin-starred dining, stunning views from all windows — all this can be found in the most luxurious hotels in European ski resorts. The Grand Hotel is the Tschuggen (Arose, Switzerland) Each of the 130 rooms of this elegant hotel in the Swiss Arose careful attention to detail and decorated in their colors, down to the color of the door handles. His main pride — the one of the largest spas in Europe Tschuggen Beerhouse. It covers more than 5,000 m² and is located on 4 levels. Above design wellness center worked famous architect Mario Beta, and all the interior of the hotel was decorated by the Swiss architect Carlo Rampazzi. Apart from the huge spa with an abundance of a variety of procedures, the hotel has its own cable car leading to the ski slopes and the restaurant of author cuisine. The Grand Hotel is Des the Kaminski Baines (St. Moritz, Switzerland) Another luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps — Kaminski Grand Hotel Des Baines in St. Moritz. It is located next to the cable car station leading to the slopes of the Corviglia region. This hotel is famous for its gastronomic delights. On its territory there are as many as three restaurants with a Michelin star and Asian dining outlet, where you can find almost any delicacies. Incidentally, in the Christmas and New Year’s Eve (December 24 and 31) Les Seasons restaurant offers free gala dinners absolutely for all guests. Lech Aurelio (Lech, Austria) Hotel Aurelio Lech — one of the most elegant Austrian ski spas in Austria. Its rooms are elegant and tasteful: the furniture of fine wood, natural fabrics from Africa and France, as well as panoramic windows with views of the ski slopes. Access to the ski slopes at your doorstep, and the hotel has a restaurant serving classic Austrian cuisine and a spa. Separate pride of the hotel and restaurant in particular — is the wine list, where you can find several rare and vintage varieties. The Chalet Zanier the Le (Magee, France) Hotel Le Chalet Zanier — the three luxury chalets in the French Alps. A total of 12 deluxe rooms, almost all have a private terrace and fireplace. Hotel in Magee is renowned for its secluded location and a high quality wellness center with pool, sauna and hammed. The Schlock Liebenberg Hotel is (Kitzbuhel, Austria) This hotel is a real 16th century castle, situated on the outskirts of Kitzbühel. Despite the fact that the building itself is old, everything inside is equipped with the most modern way: comfortable and spacious rooms with a seating area, a spa, restaurants, etc. The scenic views. Austrian Alps open here from almost every window, including an indoor pool and a Finnish sauna. Hotels in Ooty

https://medium.com/@alwoodlandooty/5-most-beautiful-ski-hotels-in-europe-f9ebeeef805c

['Alwoodlands Hotel Oorty']

2016-12-21 13:38:26.376000+00:00

['Travel', 'Skiing', 'Hotels']

Title 5 beautiful ski hotel EuropeContent 5 beautiful ski hotel Europe — bright idea ​​travel “tourism subtleties” Best holiday start “subtleties” Tours New Year around world Fireplaces room multistorey spa run directly threshold restaurant Michelinstarred dining stunning view window — found luxurious hotel European ski resort Grand Hotel Tschuggen Arose Switzerland 130 room elegant hotel Swiss Arose careful attention detail decorated color color door handle main pride — one largest spa Europe Tschuggen Beerhouse cover 5000 m² located 4 level design wellness center worked famous architect Mario Beta interior hotel decorated Swiss architect Carlo Rampazzi Apart huge spa abundance variety procedure hotel cable car leading ski slope restaurant author cuisine Grand Hotel Des Kaminski Baines St Moritz Switzerland Another luxury hotel Swiss Alps — Kaminski Grand Hotel Des Baines St Moritz located next cable car station leading slope Corviglia region hotel famous gastronomic delight territory many three restaurant Michelin star Asian dining outlet find almost delicacy Incidentally Christmas New Year’s Eve December 24 31 Les Seasons restaurant offer free gala dinner absolutely guest Lech Aurelio Lech Austria Hotel Aurelio Lech — one elegant Austrian ski spa Austria room elegant tasteful furniture fine wood natural fabric Africa France well panoramic window view ski slope Access ski slope doorstep hotel restaurant serving classic Austrian cuisine spa Separate pride hotel restaurant particular — wine list find several rare vintage variety Chalet Zanier Le Magee France Hotel Le Chalet Zanier — three luxury chalet French Alps total 12 deluxe room almost private terrace fireplace Hotel Magee renowned secluded location high quality wellness center pool sauna hammed Schlock Liebenberg Hotel Kitzbuhel Austria hotel real 16th century castle situated outskirt Kitzbühel Despite fact building old everything inside equipped modern way comfortable spacious room seating area spa restaurant etc scenic view Austrian Alps open almost every window including indoor pool Finnish sauna Hotels OotyTags Travel Skiing Hotels

How to Measure Risk in Hotel Investing

How to Measure Risk in Hotel Investing Commercial real estate (CRE) investments are risky. Of course, with CRE, you have the benefit of a physical asset backing the investment — unlike most public securities. That said, the business plan and sponsor may add or subtract risk depending on the approach. Risk Levels CRE investors measure risk on a spectrum from Core to Opportunistic. Core — stable cash flow and little to no deferred maintenance — stable cash flow and little to no deferred maintenance Core Plus — stable asset with potential value enhancement from minor tweaks to operation or property — stable asset with potential value enhancement from minor tweaks to operation or property Value Add — unstable asset with value enhancement from operational turnaround or renovation — unstable asset with value enhancement from operational turnaround or renovation Opportunistic — defunct operation or non-existent property with value creation in construction or rebuilding operations Hotels generally fall in the Core Plus to Opportunistic risk spectrum for a variety of reasons. To start, every hotel will come with a brand-mandated change of ownership property improvement plan (PIP). This requires the new owner to make capital improvements to bring the hotel to current brand standards. Additionally, hotel investments are more like an operating business with a real estate component than the other way around. This comes with a variety of risks associated with the strength of your operator. As you would expect, the higher risk should accompany a higher return on investment. Identifying Risk Real estate investments trade within an opaque and illiquid market, which is in stark contrast to how public markets operate. Therefore, measuring risk is much more difficult than how you would approach a typical public equity or debt investment. Hotel investment risks fall into three broad categories: Operations — risks associated with the operation of the hotel. These are associated with both top line production and how much of that flows to the bottom. It also includes the general liability risks that are readily apparent and insured against. Property — risks associated with the condition of the property. These may include useful life of mechanical systems, quality of the building envelope, and binary risks associated with renovations (i.e. whether the work gets done). Property risks also include the natural disasters and other clear risk factors that you insure against. Market — risks associated with macroeconomic conditions. They may appear in the operation, property, or capitalization of the asset. This is a catch-all for everything out of the sponsor’s control. However, an astute sponsor will identify them and establish appropriate mitigation measures to address these risks. This framework will give you an eye for what to look for in an investment’s offering documents. A private placement memorandum identifies these in a comprehensive legal way. However, you should look for indications of each throughout the presentation and discussions with the sponsor. Evaluating Risk Very few risks are easily quantified. In many cases, you have to look to your gut for direction on how to evaluate risk. However, you should also rely on the sponsor to answer questions related to how she intends to address the three areas identified above, especially for items within her control. Let’s look at an example. Courtyard by Marriott in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It is, currently, not getting its fair share of bookings and the average daily rate is just below market average. The sponsor established an operational turnaround plan, and the PIP is expected to cost $20,000 per room. This is clearly a value add deal because of the scope of the renovation and the need to catch up to the market. Therefore, I would expect the investment returns at the project level to be >20% IRR and >2.0x multiple. The most glaring risks center around the operator’s ability to close the gap with the market. A renovation will probably have a big impact, but it must combine with a robust revenue strategy that includes corporate groups and airline contracts. Courtyard is a strong brand, especially with business transient guests, so that doesn’t present a major challenge. Still, it’s important to evaluate the competitive set and proposed new supply to ensure you’re not splitting that distribution channel with a Residence Inn, full-service Marriott, or some other Marriott-branded property in the market. About the Author John Wijtenburg is a hotel investor and blogger at Hotel Investor Toolbox. You can connect with him at LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.

https://medium.com/@johnwijtenburg/how-to-measure-risk-in-hotel-investing-5428bd93216f

['John Wijtenburg']

2020-10-13 15:32:48.178000+00:00

['Commercial Real Estate', 'Real Estate Investments', 'Investing', 'Risk', 'Hotel']

Title Measure Risk Hotel InvestingContent Measure Risk Hotel Investing Commercial real estate CRE investment risky course CRE benefit physical asset backing investment — unlike public security said business plan sponsor may add subtract risk depending approach Risk Levels CRE investor measure risk spectrum Core Opportunistic Core — stable cash flow little deferred maintenance — stable cash flow little deferred maintenance Core Plus — stable asset potential value enhancement minor tweak operation property — stable asset potential value enhancement minor tweak operation property Value Add — unstable asset value enhancement operational turnaround renovation — unstable asset value enhancement operational turnaround renovation Opportunistic — defunct operation nonexistent property value creation construction rebuilding operation Hotels generally fall Core Plus Opportunistic risk spectrum variety reason start every hotel come brandmandated change ownership property improvement plan PIP requires new owner make capital improvement bring hotel current brand standard Additionally hotel investment like operating business real estate component way around come variety risk associated strength operator would expect higher risk accompany higher return investment Identifying Risk Real estate investment trade within opaque illiquid market stark contrast public market operate Therefore measuring risk much difficult would approach typical public equity debt investment Hotel investment risk fall three broad category Operations — risk associated operation hotel associated top line production much flow bottom also includes general liability risk readily apparent insured Property — risk associated condition property may include useful life mechanical system quality building envelope binary risk associated renovation ie whether work get done Property risk also include natural disaster clear risk factor insure Market — risk associated macroeconomic condition may appear operation property capitalization asset catchall everything sponsor’s control However astute sponsor identify establish appropriate mitigation measure address risk framework give eye look investment’s offering document private placement memorandum identifies comprehensive legal way However look indication throughout presentation discussion sponsor Evaluating Risk risk easily quantified many case look gut direction evaluate risk However also rely sponsor answer question related intends address three area identified especially item within control Let’s look example Courtyard Marriott Fort Lauderdale Florida currently getting fair share booking average daily rate market average sponsor established operational turnaround plan PIP expected cost 20000 per room clearly value add deal scope renovation need catch market Therefore would expect investment return project level 20 IRR 20x multiple glaring risk center around operator’s ability close gap market renovation probably big impact must combine robust revenue strategy includes corporate group airline contract Courtyard strong brand especially business transient guest doesn’t present major challenge Still it’s important evaluate competitive set proposed new supply ensure you’re splitting distribution channel Residence Inn fullservice Marriott Marriottbranded property market Author John Wijtenburg hotel investor blogger Hotel Investor Toolbox connect LinkedIn Instagram TwitterTags Commercial Real Estate Real Estate Investments Investing Risk Hotel

The Bed & Breakfast Guest House in Noida at Budget Price

The Bed & Breakfast Guest House in Noida at Budget Price Many of the travelers prefer to stay at bed and breakfast guest houses. These kinds of accommodation are considered to be reasonable and also provide them with the luxuries that are offered by the other expensive hotels. Many of the boutique hotels are now adopting the bed and breakfast module as these are especially popular with the international guests as well. They offer luxurious facilities to their guests and make sure they are comfortable. The bed and breakfast guest houses are especially popular with guests who are traveling on a budget and would not like to compromise on the quality of services. It is highly preferred by business travelers who like to stay at quaint places that offer good facilities. The luxury bed and breakfast hotels allow the guests to stay for small duration also. This helps the travelers to cut down on their travel expenses. Most of these guest houses have spacious bed rooms so that the guests can feel comfortable. The rooms have attached baths also and are equipped with all the modern facilities. Since the luxury hotels cater to a limited number of guests only, the guests are able to get quality service. The staff at the luxury bed and breakfast hotel caters to their needs efficiently. This helps the guests to enjoy a better stay. When choosing a luxury hotels with bed and breakfast facilities, there are a number of things that should be considered. For instance, many of the guest houses are located on the outskirts of the main city. This makes it difficult for the travelers to commute easily. So if you are planning to stay at a guest house then you can make your reservation at luxury guest houses like Modernio. The boutique hotel enjoys a central location of Noida City and offers good bed and breakfast facilities to the guests. The facilities offered by the luxury bed and breakfast should also be considered before you make your reservation. If you are on a business trip then you may like to look for guest houses that have a business centre. A guest house that has a wi-fi facility and a business meeting room should be considered. This way you can entertain your client at the hotel and can check your business mails regularly. The kind of food served at the bed and breakfast hotels should also be considered. A luxury serving multi cuisines can help you get a better variety and you would not have to compromise on the quality of food. Modernio Guest house in Noida has these kind of facilities at very budget price. It’s very near to City Centre Metro Station and running in a commercial complex. There are lots of facilities available here like SPA, Snooker, Restaurant and more.

https://medium.com/@modernioguesthouse/the-bed-breakfast-guest-house-in-noida-at-budget-price-8b74e8548e88

['Modernio Guest House']

2016-12-15 11:47:30.796000+00:00

['Travel', 'Hotel', 'Guest House']

Title Bed Breakfast Guest House Noida Budget PriceContent Bed Breakfast Guest House Noida Budget Price Many traveler prefer stay bed breakfast guest house kind accommodation considered reasonable also provide luxury offered expensive hotel Many boutique hotel adopting bed breakfast module especially popular international guest well offer luxurious facility guest make sure comfortable bed breakfast guest house especially popular guest traveling budget would like compromise quality service highly preferred business traveler like stay quaint place offer good facility luxury bed breakfast hotel allow guest stay small duration also help traveler cut travel expense guest house spacious bed room guest feel comfortable room attached bath also equipped modern facility Since luxury hotel cater limited number guest guest able get quality service staff luxury bed breakfast hotel caters need efficiently help guest enjoy better stay choosing luxury hotel bed breakfast facility number thing considered instance many guest house located outskirt main city make difficult traveler commute easily planning stay guest house make reservation luxury guest house like Modernio boutique hotel enjoys central location Noida City offer good bed breakfast facility guest facility offered luxury bed breakfast also considered make reservation business trip may like look guest house business centre guest house wifi facility business meeting room considered way entertain client hotel check business mail regularly kind food served bed breakfast hotel also considered luxury serving multi cuisine help get better variety would compromise quality food Modernio Guest house Noida kind facility budget price It’s near City Centre Metro Station running commercial complex lot facility available like SPA Snooker Restaurant moreTags Travel Hotel Guest House

Everyone should have at least three ICE numbers on their phone

She’s in a jam and he’s got HotelNowNow.com’s concierge line. Everyone should have at least three ICE numbers on their phone I remember watching a movie in the late nineties where the victim of a car crash had amnesia and no identification on his person. Doctors searched his phone and couldn’t figure out who to call no “Mum”, “Dad” or “Sweetheart”. Then one of them tried looking for ICE numbers and found two. ICE in this instance stands for ‘In Case of Emergency’. That was the most useful thing I got out of an otherwise crappy movie. This is where ICE numbers come in… if you ever need urgent help, or lose your phone; people can dial the ICE number on your phone. You could even save the important stuff on the single digits i.e. dial 1 for Dad, 2 for Mum, 3 for Bae and so on. A typical ICE number is next of kin Now let’s see how an ICE number could be useful to you the owner of the phone as well. Imagine you frequently drive from one state to the other on business. You always make it home at the end of the day but today the traffic is bad and you can’t get home. What do you do, drive around looking for hotels with cheap but secure accommodation? Only one number would be useful to you 24–7 in the aforementioned scenario; 01–8881111. It’s the Hotelnownow.com concierge line; simply dial it when you have an accommodation emergency and someone will get you a booking within your locale. I was a boy scout and still believe the motto ‘Be Prepared’ works for everyone. With all the events, weddings, parties and traffic mishaps that spring up especially during the last quarter of the year, saving 01–8881111 under ICE wouldn’t be such a bad idea. You can thank me later.

https://medium.com/@RealTriple_X/everyone-should-have-at-least-three-ice-numbers-on-their-phone-6c2052a94d23

['Ig']

2016-12-16 15:58:25.768000+00:00

['Ice', 'Hotels', 'Travel', 'Traffic']

Title Everyone least three ICE number phoneContent She’s jam he’s got HotelNowNowcom’s concierge line Everyone least three ICE number phone remember watching movie late ninety victim car crash amnesia identification person Doctors searched phone couldn’t figure call “Mum” “Dad” “Sweetheart” one tried looking ICE number found two ICE instance stand ‘In Case Emergency’ useful thing got otherwise crappy movie ICE number come in… ever need urgent help lose phone people dial ICE number phone could even save important stuff single digit ie dial 1 Dad 2 Mum 3 Bae typical ICE number next kin let’s see ICE number could useful owner phone well Imagine frequently drive one state business always make home end day today traffic bad can’t get home drive around looking hotel cheap secure accommodation one number would useful 24–7 aforementioned scenario 01–8881111 It’s Hotelnownowcom concierge line simply dial accommodation emergency someone get booking within locale boy scout still believe motto ‘Be Prepared’ work everyone event wedding party traffic mishap spring especially last quarter year saving 01–8881111 ICE wouldn’t bad idea thank laterTags Ice Hotels Travel Traffic

Eco-friendly & Natural Bamboo Toothbrush Bamboo Comb & Bamboo Razor — Highly Recommend

Eco-friendly & Natural Bamboo Toothbrush Bamboo Comb & Bamboo Razor — Highly Recommend For hospitality industry, around 100 million pounds of plastic toothbrushes, combs and shaving razors end up in landfill sites each year. In order to reduce the amount of plastic that exists, Petop Hotel Supply offers biodegradable bamboo toothbrush, comb and shaving razor over the world for hotels and resorts. Latest new bamboo toothbrush is made of bamboo handle, natural and durable, with soft and nice bristle, lightweight, hygienic and resistant. Bamboo toothbrush can come in a kraft paper bag which is 100% recyclable as well. Bamboo toothbrush is biodegradable, natural and eco-friendly, which means when you brush, you protect your teeth, also the planet. Biodegradable bamboo toothbrush is a nice alternative to the classic plastic toothbrush. Petop Hotel Supply specially design an adult size bamboo handle and small head that is ideal for aged care, which is very comfortable and durable. Bamboo comb is the beautiful and sustainable alternative to plastic disposable comb for hotels. It’s not only eco-friendly to earth, also it’s static-free and softly brushes hair in a safe way and helps maintain healthy hair. Wooden comb easily distributes natural oils from the scalp throughout the entire hair strand, and leaves hair less greasy looking. Disposable plastic comb in hotels produces so many waste that is bad to planet. Wood comb is natural, biodegradable and eco-friendly alternative to plastic one. Impress your guests with our latest new natural wood comb and send query to Petop Hotel Supply. Bamboo shaving razor is an effective swap for plastic-free shaving, total zero waste and environmental friendly to planet. It has natural bamboo handle and for men and women use. Sustainable and eco-friendly. Sleek and durable wooden razors help acquire a more smoother and closer shave. Using a bamboo razor is one of the sustainable alternative to reduce waste. Easy way to encourage this plastic free option. For more details, please refer to Petop Hotel Supply and get query.

https://medium.com/@petophotelsupply/eco-friendly-natural-bamboo-toothbrush-bamboo-comb-bamboo-razor-highly-recommend-a56580e0208e

['Petop Hotel Supply']

2020-12-28 07:07:05.448000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Hospitality', 'Bamboo', 'Toothbrush']

Title Ecofriendly Natural Bamboo Toothbrush Bamboo Comb Bamboo Razor — Highly RecommendContent Ecofriendly Natural Bamboo Toothbrush Bamboo Comb Bamboo Razor — Highly Recommend hospitality industry around 100 million pound plastic toothbrush comb shaving razor end landfill site year order reduce amount plastic exists Petop Hotel Supply offer biodegradable bamboo toothbrush comb shaving razor world hotel resort Latest new bamboo toothbrush made bamboo handle natural durable soft nice bristle lightweight hygienic resistant Bamboo toothbrush come kraft paper bag 100 recyclable well Bamboo toothbrush biodegradable natural ecofriendly mean brush protect teeth also planet Biodegradable bamboo toothbrush nice alternative classic plastic toothbrush Petop Hotel Supply specially design adult size bamboo handle small head ideal aged care comfortable durable Bamboo comb beautiful sustainable alternative plastic disposable comb hotel It’s ecofriendly earth also it’s staticfree softly brush hair safe way help maintain healthy hair Wooden comb easily distributes natural oil scalp throughout entire hair strand leaf hair le greasy looking Disposable plastic comb hotel produce many waste bad planet Wood comb natural biodegradable ecofriendly alternative plastic one Impress guest latest new natural wood comb send query Petop Hotel Supply Bamboo shaving razor effective swap plasticfree shaving total zero waste environmental friendly planet natural bamboo handle men woman use Sustainable ecofriendly Sleek durable wooden razor help acquire smoother closer shave Using bamboo razor one sustainable alternative reduce waste Easy way encourage plastic free option detail please refer Petop Hotel Supply get queryTags Hotel Hospitality Bamboo Toothbrush

The Advantages of PHP Based Hotel Reservation Portal System

The Advantages of PHP Based Hotel Reservation Portal System A PHP based hotel booking portal system is a powerful and efficient online booking or reservation site script. It is the fully functional and best PHP solution that can be used in managing small to average sized hotels, guesthouses or holiday flats. This particular system will begin, as soon as it is installed, the online reservation as well as the customer management in just a few minutes. This has been specifically designed in order to simplify the whole task of hotel booking online. Any administrator could manage the types of rooms available, the hotel rates as well as the available options for booking. Powerful online reservation and administrator panel manager at the back end may include reports and invoices functionality. The visitors would be able to search for room’s availability through the use of a PHP based hotel reservation portal system. They can also view the room’s inventory and check the availability including the booking in real time. A PHP based hotel reservation portal system is considered as the best tool to use for any of the following: · Online hotel reservation and management · It can be used in any website offering breakfast and bed · Hotel reservation system with real time availability · Automatic booking engine for 2 or more hotels · Integration booking engine with existing site · Quick delivery & assured file download Most businesses these days choose to use an online reservation software system because it comes with different advanced features. With the help of all these features, it will be easy to keep all the records of the business in a systematic arrangement. This software offers to customize the website of all business work according to the requirements and specifications. Aside from that, it is easy to make a category between the rooms, location class and any other options available for the convenience of visitors and customers. This type of software has been proved to be very useful as it will allow customizing each aspect of the website. In addition to that, adding the newly customized aspect in the hotel search section is available so as to make the navigation a bit easier for visitors. Consistent development & refinement process makes this type of software mature and stable. It is also a realistic business solution that ensures the success of hotel business. The hotel booking system is flexible, and reasonably priced, no need for coding, and also simple to integrate.

https://medium.com/@phptravelscript/the-advantages-of-php-based-hotel-reservation-portal-system-21d4da587231

['Sabina Yeasmen']

2015-11-29 05:04:25.798000+00:00

['Hotel', 'Travel']

Title Advantages PHP Based Hotel Reservation Portal SystemContent Advantages PHP Based Hotel Reservation Portal System PHP based hotel booking portal system powerful efficient online booking reservation site script fully functional best PHP solution used managing small average sized hotel guesthouse holiday flat particular system begin soon installed online reservation well customer management minute specifically designed order simplify whole task hotel booking online administrator could manage type room available hotel rate well available option booking Powerful online reservation administrator panel manager back end may include report invoice functionality visitor would able search room’s availability use PHP based hotel reservation portal system also view room’s inventory check availability including booking real time PHP based hotel reservation portal system considered best tool use following · Online hotel reservation management · used website offering breakfast bed · Hotel reservation system real time availability · Automatic booking engine 2 hotel · Integration booking engine existing site · Quick delivery assured file download business day choose use online reservation software system come different advanced feature help feature easy keep record business systematic arrangement software offer customize website business work according requirement specification Aside easy make category room location class option available convenience visitor customer type software proved useful allow customizing aspect website addition adding newly customized aspect hotel search section available make navigation bit easier visitor Consistent development refinement process make type software mature stable also realistic business solution ensures success hotel business hotel booking system flexible reasonably priced need coding also simple integrateTags Hotel Travel

Festivals of Udaipur and their Significance

Festivals of Udaipur and their Significance Festivals are an important aspect of Indian culture, and there’s no way you can come to India and miss the many festivals celebrated here. To get a flavour of this country and its culture, you should visit the many states during some of the festivals. One of the country’s most culturally-rich states is Rajasthan. Udaipur is an important city in the state, and is known for its vibrant culture. While Diwali, Holi etc are festivals common to a vast majority of the country, here are some festivals unique to the Udaipur region, and the significance of each of them: Speaking of summer… Gangaur festival: A summer festival, Gangaur / Gauri pooja is performed by women seeking a happy married life. The goddess is also a symbol of fertility and harvest, apart from fidelity in marriage. The festival is celebrated after Holi, and involves collecting ashes post the Holi fire. Barley and wheat seeds are buried in the ashes, and watered till they germinate. One week after Holi, the idols of Isar (Ishwar) and Gauri are made. Gauri is a spring-related festival and is all about abundance, growth and prosperity. Heralding the rainy season Hariyali Amavasya: This festival is celebrated during the monsoon, and the scale of celebrations is really huge. Hariyali means greenery, and therefore, a sapling is planted on this day. Also, the festival marks the beginning of the rainy season. Amavasya is the moonless night, and Lord Shiva is worshipped on this occasion. People fast the whole day on the day of Hariyali Amavasya. The festival/fair is held at the Sahelion ki Bari and Fatehsagar Lake. Sahelion ki Bari is a popular haunt in Udaipur, and is a well known garden. · Celebrating the arrival of spring Mewar festival: Indian festivals are all about celebrating seasons, be it summer, spring or the monsoon. The Mewar festival marks the arrival of spring, and is celebrated with great pomp and enthusiasm across the town of Udaipur. Processions of Isar and Gangaur (Gauri) are taken out across the city of Udaipur. The procession culminates at Lake Pichola’s Gangaur Ghat. The festival is also marked with music and dance programmes. To catch the full glory of the Mewar festival, you should visit the areas in and around Bagore ki Haveli or Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal. You can also enjoy the spectacular fireworks display as part of the festival. Stay and local experience Udaipur is called the ‘Venice of the East’, thanks to the many lakes in the city. You should visit this city of lakes and palaces to enjoy the essence of Rajasthan. Udaipur is also a great place to explore if you are a foodie, and want to taste the local culinary delights. In terms of accommodation, there are plenty of options on offer, from a range of medium and budget accommodation choices to 5 star hotels in Udaipur. There are many resorts in Udaipur that offer a rich experience, in terms of food and cultural extravaganza.

https://medium.com/@daisyjohn/festivals-of-udaipur-and-their-significance-7bb8e66c8f80

['Daisy John']

2015-12-23 06:02:02.806000+00:00

['Festivals', 'Udaipur', 'Hotels']

Title Festivals Udaipur SignificanceContent Festivals Udaipur Significance Festivals important aspect Indian culture there’s way come India miss many festival celebrated get flavour country culture visit many state festival One country’s culturallyrich state Rajasthan Udaipur important city state known vibrant culture Diwali Holi etc festival common vast majority country festival unique Udaipur region significance Speaking summer… Gangaur festival summer festival Gangaur Gauri pooja performed woman seeking happy married life goddess also symbol fertility harvest apart fidelity marriage festival celebrated Holi involves collecting ash post Holi fire Barley wheat seed buried ash watered till germinate One week Holi idol Isar Ishwar Gauri made Gauri springrelated festival abundance growth prosperity Heralding rainy season Hariyali Amavasya festival celebrated monsoon scale celebration really huge Hariyali mean greenery therefore sapling planted day Also festival mark beginning rainy season Amavasya moonless night Lord Shiva worshipped occasion People fast whole day day Hariyali Amavasya festivalfair held Sahelion ki Bari Fatehsagar Lake Sahelion ki Bari popular haunt Udaipur well known garden · Celebrating arrival spring Mewar festival Indian festival celebrating season summer spring monsoon Mewar festival mark arrival spring celebrated great pomp enthusiasm across town Udaipur Processions Isar Gangaur Gauri taken across city Udaipur procession culminates Lake Pichola’s Gangaur Ghat festival also marked music dance programme catch full glory Mewar festival visit area around Bagore ki Haveli Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal also enjoy spectacular firework display part festival Stay local experience Udaipur called ‘Venice East’ thanks many lake city visit city lake palace enjoy essence Rajasthan Udaipur also great place explore foodie want taste local culinary delight term accommodation plenty option offer range medium budget accommodation choice 5 star hotel Udaipur many resort Udaipur offer rich experience term food cultural extravaganzaTags Festivals Udaipur Hotels

Rocking The Daisies: The Eco-Friendly Music Festival

I recently attended Rocking the Daisies, a four-day music festival in Cape Town, South Africa. The event took place October 1st through the 4th. This year was the festival’s 10th birthday and the really went all out for the occasion. With 9 stages and over 22,000 people in attendance, the festival was an amazing scene to behold. There was a wide range of music styles from jazz to reggae to Cuban to funk. Some of the larger names to headline the event include: The Kooks, Milky Chance, The Cat Empire, Crookers, Scuba, Thomas Jack and Betoko. The festival featured over 180 acts, including both local performers and larger, internationally recognized groups. Furthermore, the Daisies coincided with the Rugby World Cup this year. In the Rubgy World Cup Village, attendees could go watch South Africa or other participants play their matches, witch provided a very electric atmosphere to watch the games. What makes Rocking the Daisies particular unique, is the message of greening and being socially and environmentally conscious. SA’s Premier Music & Lifestyle Eco Festival is committed to limiting its impact on the environment through the reduction in trash and litter. Festival attendees can regularly be found assisting the festival crews in keeping the area clean throughout the weekend. As South Africa’s premier eco-friendly music and lifestyle festival, Rocking the Daisies has continued to raise the bar, incorporating innovative environmentally conscious products into the festival and spreading the message of ‘play hard, tread lightly.’ The festival utilizes solar and wind powered electricity, biodiesel generators, LED lighting, biodegradable soaps, recycling and tree planting initiatives to name a few. Rocking the Daisies is committed to becoming the most carbon neutral green event possible. In the Green Village, you could tap into “your inner Eco-Warrior” with the solar-powered Hemp Stage lineup, environmentally-conscious vendors and much more earth-friendly activities. Rocking the Daisies was an amazing opportunity to enjoy amazing musical acts, both local and international, while taking part in a festival that is committed to improving the environment at the same time.

https://medium.com/@mackprioleau/rocking-the-daisies-the-eco-friendly-music-festival-747a8c2495c8

['Mack Prioleau']

2015-10-25 23:53:47.151000+00:00

['Festival', 'Travel']

Title Rocking Daisies EcoFriendly Music FestivalContent recently attended Rocking Daisies fourday music festival Cape Town South Africa event took place October 1st 4th year festival’s 10th birthday really went occasion 9 stage 22000 people attendance festival amazing scene behold wide range music style jazz reggae Cuban funk larger name headline event include Kooks Milky Chance Cat Empire Crookers Scuba Thomas Jack Betoko festival featured 180 act including local performer larger internationally recognized group Furthermore Daisies coincided Rugby World Cup year Rubgy World Cup Village attendee could go watch South Africa participant play match witch provided electric atmosphere watch game make Rocking Daisies particular unique message greening socially environmentally conscious SA’s Premier Music Lifestyle Eco Festival committed limiting impact environment reduction trash litter Festival attendee regularly found assisting festival crew keeping area clean throughout weekend South Africa’s premier ecofriendly music lifestyle festival Rocking Daisies continued raise bar incorporating innovative environmentally conscious product festival spreading message ‘play hard tread lightly’ festival utilizes solar wind powered electricity biodiesel generator LED lighting biodegradable soap recycling tree planting initiative name Rocking Daisies committed becoming carbon neutral green event possible Green Village could tap “your inner EcoWarrior” solarpowered Hemp Stage lineup environmentallyconscious vendor much earthfriendly activity Rocking Daisies amazing opportunity enjoy amazing musical act local international taking part festival committed improving environment timeTags Festival Travel

Loft Film Fest in Tucson Initiates First American CICAE Art Cinema Awards

The Loft Film Fest is the first American festival member of the International Confederation of Art Cinemas (CICAE), which brings together more than 3,000 screens and approximately 16 festivals across Europe and around the world to promote the production and exhibition of quality independent films from all countries in all countries. The CICAE award is designed to bring attention to excellent films in order for them to be seen in art houses around the world. The CICAE award is given out at festivals including the Berlinale Forum and Panorama, the Sarajevo International Film Festival, the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight. The Loft Film Fest jury for documentary features includes Peter Belsito, film biz consultant, fest panelist and guest blogger for SydneysBuzz on Indiewire, actress/writer/producer Yareli Arizmendi (“Like Water for Chocolate,” “A Day Without a Mexican”) and Beverly Seckinger, director of University of Arizona Center for Documentary and Docscapes. The short film jury includes Francesco Clerici, director of “Hand Gestures,” Max Cannon, creator of the alternative comic strip “Red Meat”, and Lupita Murillo of KVOA News 4 Tucson. The documentaries in competition are: “Florence, Arizona” Florence, Arizona is a cowboy town with a prison problem. Founded in 1866, this bastion of the Wild West is home to 8,500 civilians and 17,000 inmates spread over nine prisons. Through an unconventional lens, the documentary film “Florence, Arizona” weaves together the stories of four key residents of Florence, whose lives have all been shadowed in some way by the surrounding prison industrial complex. The result is an intricately crafted cinematic tapestry, threaded through with deep strands of Americana, humor, intimacy, and pathos, revealing as much about ourselves as it does about our modern carceral state. (Dir. by Andrea B. Scott, 2014, USA, 78 mins., Not Rated) Official Selection: DOC NYC “Chuck Norris vs. Communism” In the 1980s, under the Nicolae Ceaușescu regime, Romanians suffered from little access to foreign goods as well as an information blackout the Communist bureaucrats used to ensure ideological purity. But in clandestine screenings at neighbors’ homes of smuggled VHS tapes dubbed by a one-man distribution network, people got a glimpse of the Western world and a culture of muscular individuality with heroes like Jean-Claude Van Damme, Sylvester Stallone, and, of course, Chuck Norris. In “Chuck Norris vs Communism,” one sees the power of film to change individuals and whole societies. Through the stories of the hardworking female dubber (the most famous voice of Romania), the memories of everyday citizens, evocative re-creations of the time, and an enormous selection of clips from ’80s movies, first-time director Ilinca Calugareanu presents a film about the unexpected consequences of mass entertainment, leading to the conclusion that the greatest threat to Ceaușescu’s dictatorship might just have been the VCR. (Dir. by Ilinca Calugareanu, 2014, UK/Romania/Germany, in Romanian with subtitles, 83 mins., Not Rated) Official Selection: Sundance Film Festival, Hot Docs “Bounce” From Brazilian favelas to dusty Congolese villages, from Neolithic Scottish isles to modern soccer pitches, “Bounce” explores the little-known origins of our favorite sports. The film crosses time, languages and continents to discover how the ball has staked its claim on our lives and fueled our passion to compete. Equal parts science, history and cultural essay, “Bounce” removes us from the scandals and commercialism of today’s sports world to uncover the true reasons we play ball, helping us reclaim our universal connection to the games we love. (Dir. by Jerome Thelia, 2015, USA / Brazil / Congo / India / Ireland / Italy / Mexico / UK, in English with subtitles, 71 mins., Not Rated) Official Selection: SXSW “Double Digits: The Story of a Neighborhood Movie Star” Deep in the recesses of YouTube there is an ingenious artist who cannot be stopped. He consistently churns out 3–4 original feature-length films a year. He’s made action movies, horror movies, westerns and more. He’s not rich, he has no crew, no formal training and aside from his action figures, plays virtually every part. Welcome to the inspiring, imaginative, and often handmade world of Ultra-DIY filmmaker Richard ‘R.G.’ Miller, a 50 year-old man who creates impossible blockbusters from his tiny studio apartment in Wichita, Kansas. His dream audience? More than 9 people. (Dir. by Justin Johnson, 2015, USA, 76 mins., Not Rated) “Right Footed” Born without arms as the result of a severe birth defect, Jessica Cox never allowed herself to believe that she couldn’t accomplish her dreams. An expert martial artist, college graduate and motivational speaker, Jessica is also the world’s only armless airplane pilot, a mentor, and an advocate for people with disability. Directed by Emmy Award winning filmmaker Nick Spark, “Right Footed” chronicles Jessica’s amazing story of overcoming adversity and follows her over a period of two years as she becomes a mentor for children with disabilities and their families, and a disability rights advocate working in the U.S.A. and abroad. (Dir. by Nick Spark, 2015, USA, in English with subtitles, 82 mins., Not Rated) “Hand Gestures” “Hand Gestures” follows the process of creating one of Velasco Vitali’s famous dog sculptures, from wax to glazed bronze, at the Battaglia Artistic Foundry in Milan. The film observes the work of a group of skilled artisans in this 100-year old foundry and reveals the ancient traditions of bronze sculpture making, unchanged since the sixth century B.C. This method is not taught in school, but is passed on in the ancient oral tradition and through apprenticeships from artisans. This documentary observes and feels the work of the Battaglia Artistic Foundry: a place where the past and present share the same gestures and where each gesture is a sculpture itself. An artist who sculpts, who works the waxes, is treated in the same way as a craftsman who turns that wax into bronze, building and destroying other ephemeral sculptures: they have been making the same gestures for centuries, and by showing this to the camera they reveal historical “jumps” in time. Director Francesco Clerici has made a fine-tuned, carefully-observed study of a glorious thing to watch: artisans practicing their craft on film. Winner of the FIPRESCI award at Berlinale Forum 2015. (Dir. by Francesco Clerici, 2015, Italy, in Italian with subtitles, 77 mins., Not Rated) Official Selection: Berlin International Film Festival, BFI London Film Festival “Beaver Trilogy Part IV” (USA, dir. Brad Besser) In 1979, KUTV in Salt Lake City acquired a new video camera. Trent Harris, a producer for the station’s offbeat show Extra, ventured out into the parking lot to test the new equipment and happened upon a young man taking pictures of the station’s news helicopter. The kid, calling himself “Groovin’ Gary,” was the self-proclaimed Rich Little of Beaver, Utah. His infectious personality and small-town impressions of John Wayne, Sylvester Stallone, and Barry Manilow piqued Harris’s interest enough so he gave him a business card and asked that he alert him if anything newsworthy happened in his hometown. What happened next would become the foundation for “Beaver Trilogy,” a unique collection of films that documented Harris’s multiple attempts at re-creating the original magic of the Beaver Kid. Director Brad Besser dives deep into the mystique of this cult classic, unraveling the mystery of Harris’s original inspiration. “Beaver Trilogy Part IV” explores the line between the quest for fame and the exploitation of those who pursue it. (Dir. by Brad Besser, 2015, USA, 84 mins., Not Rated) Official Selection: Sundance Film Festival, Hot Docs The short films in competition are in two programs: Program 1 Program 2 The awards will be presented on Sunday October 25 before the final screenings of the festival: “Mia Madre” at 7:15PM and “Eisenstein in Guanajuato” at 7:45PM. Tickets and passes on sale now at www.loftfilmfest.org.

https://blogs.sydneysbuzz.com/loft-film-fest-in-tucson-initiates-first-american-cicae-art-cinema-awards-421d2bbc69ff

['Sydney Levine']

2016-09-29 18:25:56.250000+00:00

['Festivals', 'International Film']

Title Loft Film Fest Tucson Initiates First American CICAE Art Cinema AwardsContent Loft Film Fest first American festival member International Confederation Art Cinemas CICAE brings together 3000 screen approximately 16 festival across Europe around world promote production exhibition quality independent film country country CICAE award designed bring attention excellent film order seen art house around world CICAE award given festival including Berlinale Forum Panorama Sarajevo International Film Festival Cannes Directors’ Fortnight Loft Film Fest jury documentary feature includes Peter Belsito film biz consultant fest panelist guest blogger SydneysBuzz Indiewire actresswriterproducer Yareli Arizmendi “Like Water Chocolate” “A Day Without Mexican” Beverly Seckinger director University Arizona Center Documentary Docscapes short film jury includes Francesco Clerici director “Hand Gestures” Max Cannon creator alternative comic strip “Red Meat” Lupita Murillo KVOA News 4 Tucson documentary competition “Florence Arizona” Florence Arizona cowboy town prison problem Founded 1866 bastion Wild West home 8500 civilian 17000 inmate spread nine prison unconventional lens documentary film “Florence Arizona” weave together story four key resident Florence whose life shadowed way surrounding prison industrial complex result intricately crafted cinematic tapestry threaded deep strand Americana humor intimacy pathos revealing much modern carceral state Dir Andrea B Scott 2014 USA 78 min Rated Official Selection DOC NYC “Chuck Norris v Communism” 1980s Nicolae Ceaușescu regime Romanians suffered little access foreign good well information blackout Communist bureaucrat used ensure ideological purity clandestine screening neighbors’ home smuggled VHS tape dubbed oneman distribution network people got glimpse Western world culture muscular individuality hero like JeanClaude Van Damme Sylvester Stallone course Chuck Norris “Chuck Norris v Communism” one see power film change individual whole society story hardworking female dubber famous voice Romania memory everyday citizen evocative recreation time enormous selection clip ’80s movie firsttime director Ilinca Calugareanu present film unexpected consequence mass entertainment leading conclusion greatest threat Ceaușescu’s dictatorship might VCR Dir Ilinca Calugareanu 2014 UKRomaniaGermany Romanian subtitle 83 min Rated Official Selection Sundance Film Festival Hot Docs “Bounce” Brazilian favelas dusty Congolese village Neolithic Scottish isle modern soccer pitch “Bounce” explores littleknown origin favorite sport film cross time language continent discover ball staked claim life fueled passion compete Equal part science history cultural essay “Bounce” remove u scandal commercialism today’s sport world uncover true reason play ball helping u reclaim universal connection game love Dir Jerome Thelia 2015 USA Brazil Congo India Ireland Italy Mexico UK English subtitle 71 min Rated Official Selection SXSW “Double Digits Story Neighborhood Movie Star” Deep recess YouTube ingenious artist cannot stopped consistently churn 3–4 original featurelength film year He’s made action movie horror movie western He’s rich crew formal training aside action figure play virtually every part Welcome inspiring imaginative often handmade world UltraDIY filmmaker Richard ‘RG’ Miller 50 yearold man creates impossible blockbuster tiny studio apartment Wichita Kansas dream audience 9 people Dir Justin Johnson 2015 USA 76 min Rated “Right Footed” Born without arm result severe birth defect Jessica Cox never allowed believe couldn’t accomplish dream expert martial artist college graduate motivational speaker Jessica also world’s armless airplane pilot mentor advocate people disability Directed Emmy Award winning filmmaker Nick Spark “Right Footed” chronicle Jessica’s amazing story overcoming adversity follows period two year becomes mentor child disability family disability right advocate working USA abroad Dir Nick Spark 2015 USA English subtitle 82 min Rated “Hand Gestures” “Hand Gestures” follows process creating one Velasco Vitali’s famous dog sculpture wax glazed bronze Battaglia Artistic Foundry Milan film observes work group skilled artisan 100year old foundry reveals ancient tradition bronze sculpture making unchanged since sixth century BC method taught school passed ancient oral tradition apprenticeship artisan documentary observes feel work Battaglia Artistic Foundry place past present share gesture gesture sculpture artist sculpts work wax treated way craftsman turn wax bronze building destroying ephemeral sculpture making gesture century showing camera reveal historical “jumps” time Director Francesco Clerici made finetuned carefullyobserved study glorious thing watch artisan practicing craft film Winner FIPRESCI award Berlinale Forum 2015 Dir Francesco Clerici 2015 Italy Italian subtitle 77 min Rated Official Selection Berlin International Film Festival BFI London Film Festival “Beaver Trilogy Part IV” USA dir Brad Besser 1979 KUTV Salt Lake City acquired new video camera Trent Harris producer station’s offbeat show Extra ventured parking lot test new equipment happened upon young man taking picture station’s news helicopter kid calling “Groovin’ Gary” selfproclaimed Rich Little Beaver Utah infectious personality smalltown impression John Wayne Sylvester Stallone Barry Manilow piqued Harris’s interest enough gave business card asked alert anything newsworthy happened hometown happened next would become foundation “Beaver Trilogy” unique collection film documented Harris’s multiple attempt recreating original magic Beaver Kid Director Brad Besser dive deep mystique cult classic unraveling mystery Harris’s original inspiration “Beaver Trilogy Part IV” explores line quest fame exploitation pursue Dir Brad Besser 2015 USA 84 min Rated Official Selection Sundance Film Festival Hot Docs short film competition two program Program 1 Program 2 award presented Sunday October 25 final screening festival “Mia Madre” 715PM “Eisenstein Guanajuato” 745PM Tickets pass sale wwwloftfilmfestorgTags Festivals International Film

Durga Puja — Lights, Cameras and Actions

Edit: The Puja is coming to an end today. As we say in bengali — “asche bochor abar hobe” (it will happen next year again). Added few snaps from old pujas of the landlords/zaminders/royals. Arguably the biggest festival of India is ON right now. Kolkata is bustling with the joy of festivity. The madness is flowing across the streets, lanes and bylanes. Sharing few snaps of the festival — wish you a very happy Durga Puja and Dusshera. A large sunflower themed “pandal” where the Goddess is located. Thousands of such pandals are dotting the city The traditional Durga idol gets new shape by the various installation artists Some pandals highlight the old Kolkata charm While some believe in grandiose the creativity goes on a spree The Goddess at her best with her family Decoration using bamboo! The lights The Camera(s) And some action The rural drum beats in an Urbane Puja pandal — check out the man in dark glass at the back of the stage, must be the Manager ;-) Creative representation gone a bit stretched :) Little volunteers showing you the way She studies in standard 6, and was worshipped as Durga in one of the royal houses in Kolkata. Kumari Puja, where a girl is worshipped as the goddess is practised in some of the pujas, including Belur Math (Ramakrishna mission) Used in sandhi Puja Durga Puja is also a time for reunion, of meeting relatives and friends after a long time The old houses get a fresh coat of paint possibly, while they open up to the commoners And the jewellery pieces come out of closet The structure and story of the idols differ But the spirit remains same — of worshipping the goddess Finally a short 17 second video of the Bisharjan (Immersion) procession from Sobhabajar Rajbari — they are taking her to Ganges. #DurgaPuja #Durga #Kolkata #Festival #PhotoStory

https://medium.com/life-of-a-technologist/durga-puja-is-reaching-its-crescendo-357c2e45e151

['Subhamoy Chakraborti']

2017-06-05 09:03:57.864000+00:00

['Durga Puja', 'Kolkata', 'India', 'Festivals']

Title Durga Puja — Lights Cameras ActionsContent Edit Puja coming end today say bengali — “asche bochor abar hobe” happen next year Added snap old pujas landlordszamindersroyals Arguably biggest festival India right Kolkata bustling joy festivity madness flowing across street lane bylanes Sharing snap festival — wish happy Durga Puja Dusshera large sunflower themed “pandal” Goddess located Thousands pandals dotting city traditional Durga idol get new shape various installation artist pandals highlight old Kolkata charm believe grandiose creativity go spree Goddess best family Decoration using bamboo light Cameras action rural drum beat Urbane Puja pandal — check man dark glass back stage must Manager Creative representation gone bit stretched Little volunteer showing way study standard 6 worshipped Durga one royal house Kolkata Kumari Puja girl worshipped goddess practised pujas including Belur Math Ramakrishna mission Used sandhi Puja Durga Puja also time reunion meeting relative friend long time old house get fresh coat paint possibly open commoner jewellery piece come closet structure story idol differ spirit remains — worshipping goddess Finally short 17 second video Bisharjan Immersion procession Sobhabajar Rajbari — taking Ganges DurgaPuja Durga Kolkata Festival PhotoStoryTags Durga Puja Kolkata India Festivals

Coming to the AFI FEST 2015: ‘Embrace of the Serpent’

From Latin America “Embrace of The Serpent” (“El Abrazo De La Serpiente”) is a coproduction of Colombia, Venezuela and Argentina. This is a favorite film of mine and is the Colombian contender for Best Foreign Language Oscar nomination by Colombia’s Ciro Guerra whose past film “The Wind Journeys” also captured an existence far from our own reality. This film and the Venezuelan contender “Gone with the River” by Mario Crespo are the first shot in the Amazonian rainforest in over 30 years. “Embrace of the Serpent” premiered in the Directors’ Fortnight section of the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, where it was awarded the top prize, the CIACE Art Cinema Award. It also screened at the TIFF this September. It signals a new trend in world cinema, the stories of indigenous people from their particular points of view. While Sundance has been supporting Native Cinema for many years, now world festivals are also featuring them in greater numbers. Both blistering and poetic, the ravages of colonialism cast a dark shadow over the South American landscape. “Embrace Of The Serpent” is the third feature by Ciro Guerra. Filmed in stunning black-and-white, the film centers on Karamakate, an Amazonian shaman and the last survivor of his people, and the two scientists who, over the course of 40 years, build a friendship with him. The film was inspired by the real-life journals of two explorers (Theodor Kock-Grünberg and Richard Evan Schultes) who traveled through the Colombian Amazon during the last century in search of the sacred and difficult-to-find psychedelic Yakruna plant. The film screens at AFI on November 6 at 6:30 PM and on November 9 at 1:00 PM AFI programmer Landon Zakheim describes the film here: The shaman Karamakate waits warily by the edge of the river as a German explorer approaches. The stranger seeks the Yakuna, a legendary rare flower that can cure the man of his mysterious sickness. Only the shaman knows its location, hidden deep within the recesses of the Colombian Amazon, but he is distrustful. It is white men who made him the last of his tribe. But the explorer knows of others of his kind, and so a perilous bargain is struck. Shifting between these events in 1909 and 40 years later, when an older Karamakate brings another foreigner on the same journey through a ravaged jungle… Ciro Guerra’s masterful use of monochromatic black-and-white, symbolic landscapes, overwhelming soundscapes and haunting, elliptical editing blend together to elevate ethnographic odyssey into a hypnotic and methodical work of pure cinema. It will be released stateside by Oscilloscope in New York on Wednesday, February 17 and in Los Angeles on Friday, February 19, with a national rollout to follow. International Sales Agent Films Boutique has sold to Natyls for Denmark, Diaphana for France, Magyarhangya for Hungary, trigon-film for Switzerland. Director: Ciro Guerra Screenwriter: Ciro Guerra, Jacques Toulemonde Vidal Producer: Cristina Gallego Executive Producer: Cristina Gallego, Raúl Bravo, Marcelo Céspedes, Horacio Mentasti, Esteban Mentasti Director of Photography: David Gallego Editor: Cristina Gallego, Etienne Boussac Production Designer: Angélica Perea Music: Nascuy Linares Cast: Jan Bijvoet, Brionne Davis, Nilbio Torres, Antonio Bolívar, Yauenkü Miguee Colombia | Venezuela | Argentina, 2015 122 min. Feature Connect with AFI FEST at facebook.com/AFIFEST, twitter.com/AFIFEST and youtube.com/AFIFEST. Free tickets: http://afi.com/afifest/freetickets.aspx

https://blogs.sydneysbuzz.com/coming-to-the-afi-fest-2015-embrace-of-the-serpent-2c02b9edf1b1

['Sydney Levine']

2016-09-29 18:27:25.833000+00:00

['Festivals', 'Colombia']

Title Coming AFI FEST 2015 ‘Embrace Serpent’Content Latin America “Embrace Serpent” “El Abrazo De La Serpiente” coproduction Colombia Venezuela Argentina favorite film mine Colombian contender Best Foreign Language Oscar nomination Colombia’s Ciro Guerra whose past film “The Wind Journeys” also captured existence far reality film Venezuelan contender “Gone River” Mario Crespo first shot Amazonian rainforest 30 year “Embrace Serpent” premiered Directors’ Fortnight section 2015 Cannes Film Festival awarded top prize CIACE Art Cinema Award also screened TIFF September signal new trend world cinema story indigenous people particular point view Sundance supporting Native Cinema many year world festival also featuring greater number blistering poetic ravage colonialism cast dark shadow South American landscape “Embrace Serpent” third feature Ciro Guerra Filmed stunning blackandwhite film center Karamakate Amazonian shaman last survivor people two scientist course 40 year build friendship film inspired reallife journal two explorer Theodor KockGrünberg Richard Evan Schultes traveled Colombian Amazon last century search sacred difficulttofind psychedelic Yakruna plant film screen AFI November 6 630 PM November 9 100 PM AFI programmer Landon Zakheim describes film shaman Karamakate wait warily edge river German explorer approach stranger seek Yakuna legendary rare flower cure man mysterious sickness shaman know location hidden deep within recess Colombian Amazon distrustful white men made last tribe explorer know others kind perilous bargain struck Shifting event 1909 40 year later older Karamakate brings another foreigner journey ravaged jungle… Ciro Guerra’s masterful use monochromatic blackandwhite symbolic landscape overwhelming soundscapes haunting elliptical editing blend together elevate ethnographic odyssey hypnotic methodical work pure cinema released stateside Oscilloscope New York Wednesday February 17 Los Angeles Friday February 19 national rollout follow International Sales Agent Films Boutique sold Natyls Denmark Diaphana France Magyarhangya Hungary trigonfilm Switzerland Director Ciro Guerra Screenwriter Ciro Guerra Jacques Toulemonde Vidal Producer Cristina Gallego Executive Producer Cristina Gallego Raúl Bravo Marcelo Céspedes Horacio Mentasti Esteban Mentasti Director Photography David Gallego Editor Cristina Gallego Etienne Boussac Production Designer Angélica Perea Music Nascuy Linares Cast Jan Bijvoet Brionne Davis Nilbio Torres Antonio Bolívar Yauenkü Miguee Colombia Venezuela Argentina 2015 122 min Feature Connect AFI FEST facebookcomAFIFEST twittercomAFIFEST youtubecomAFIFEST Free ticket httpaficomafifestfreeticketsaspxTags Festivals Colombia

Fall fun with wines, brews and views!

Fall fun with wines, brews and views! This is one of my favorite times of year. The weather is chilly, I can curl up by the fireplace, and sip…cold beer! That’s right, even the Wine Brat loves some beer from time to time. On Sunday, November 15th, beer lovers from the Bay Area will converge on Fort Mason to celebrate with the BevMo Holiday Beer Fest. Over 50 holiday, Sesasonal & Special, and soon to be released brews will be poured, and all of the beer will be available for purchase at BevMo. Seasonal brews go back as far as the art of brewing itself, where these big bold sippers were made to celebrate the coming of winter. The Medieval Monks, the first professional brewers, added special ingredients to create warming beers to get us through the long cold winter. Today, brewers use these old methods and add new techniques and flavors like fruits, herbs, coffee and chocolate. Mmmm chocolate! Join me and The Beer Wench for this special event! Tickets are $35 adn can be purchasd HERE, which includes all of your beer tasting. Food will be available for purchase as well. Next door to the Beer Fest, the SF Vintners Market will be the first and only wine tasting and buying event in the Bay Area. On November 14th and 15th at Fort Mason Center over 300 wineries from Napa Valley, Sonoma County, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Russian River Valley and beyond will be pouring their favorite wines including new releases, special collections and hard to find vintages for you to taste. The fun part about this event is that you can actually buy the wine after you taste it, something that hasn’t been done until now due to licensing issues and legal tangles. The brainchild of Cornelius Geary and Jeff Player, founders of Wine 2.0 and RadCru.com, this event promises to be a good time. WIth the economy still in the dumper, smaller wineries struggle to get their wares of there. These event will get the winemaker closer to the customers, and allow us to buy what we like without searching out after a tasting. In addition to the winemakers at many of the winery booths, we’ll be hosting a special section for “Major famous” winemakers and wine industry celebs where you can get a few minutes of personal time and a quick picture with the winemaker! Tickets for the SF Vintners Market are $15 each day for General Admission, or $50 for a VIP ticket which allows you access to a special VIP section each day. You can buy tickets HERE. I hope to see you there!

https://medium.com/luscious-lushes/fall-fun-with-wines-brews-and-views-cd7cfa69d236

['Thea Dwelle']

2016-11-21 17:10:09.211000+00:00

['Beer', 'Events', 'Festivals']

Title Fall fun wine brew viewsContent Fall fun wine brew view one favorite time year weather chilly curl fireplace sip…cold beer That’s right even Wine Brat love beer time time Sunday November 15th beer lover Bay Area converge Fort Mason celebrate BevMo Holiday Beer Fest 50 holiday Sesasonal Special soon released brew poured beer available purchase BevMo Seasonal brew go back far art brewing big bold sipper made celebrate coming winter Medieval Monks first professional brewer added special ingredient create warming beer get u long cold winter Today brewer use old method add new technique flavor like fruit herb coffee chocolate Mmmm chocolate Join Beer Wench special event Tickets 35 adn purchasd includes beer tasting Food available purchase well Next door Beer Fest SF Vintners Market first wine tasting buying event Bay Area November 14th 15th Fort Mason Center 300 winery Napa Valley Sonoma County Paso Robles San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara Russian River Valley beyond pouring favorite wine including new release special collection hard find vintage taste fun part event actually buy wine taste something hasn’t done due licensing issue legal tangle brainchild Cornelius Geary Jeff Player founder Wine 20 RadCrucom event promise good time economy still dumper smaller winery struggle get ware event get winemaker closer customer allow u buy like without searching tasting addition winemaker many winery booth we’ll hosting special section “Major famous” winemaker wine industry celebs get minute personal time quick picture winemaker Tickets SF Vintners Market 15 day General Admission 50 VIP ticket allows access special VIP section day buy ticket hope see thereTags Beer Events Festivals

Personal Live Streaming — A New Headache for Content Management?

Only a few years ago communication from attendees at an event consisted of the occasional phone call (if you could make one) and maybe a text or two. The phenomenal success of smart phones and social media has changed all that at a pace no one was expecting. We raced through textual commentary and onto photo commentary within a couple of years, a development which saw a huge shift in network demand on event sites, the few bytes of a text message replaced by megabytes of high resolution photos. Now we are seeing the next shift into video, initially starting as a ‘record and upload’ approach but rapidly shifting to live video streaming with some current generation smartphones capable of 4K ultra HD video at more than 50Mbps! Last week Facebook announced Live Video, their offering in the live video streaming arena to compete with Periscope and Meerkat, a reflection on how fast the area of personal video streaming is moving. The key point is that Facebook Live Video is integrated into their main application removing a barrier to usage and fuelling more rapid adoption across its massive existing user base. The data demands of such use are vast, especially in a high density environment such as an event and therefore, for the moment, this is likely to restrict the growth to some degree, however, it is happening and with it comes a significant shift in thinking about how content from live events is managed. Putting aside the technical pressures on event networks in terms of capacity the real question is about the content. We have seen the shift from ‘no cameras’ to a reluctant acceptance that the control of photos from event sites is pretty much impossible, even though many artists do not like the sea of people watching events through their phones. Increasingly there is some acceptance of a time shifted amateur video appearing on YouTube but the idea of real-time video streaming takes the subject of content management to a new level. For organisers, promoters and artists the question is do you try and stop it from occurring using either technical or physical approaches, or accept it and turn it to an advantage. Technically restricting video streaming on an event managed and controlled Wi-Fi network is perfectly feasible but on the 3G/4G mobile network services it would come down to discussions with those operators as to whether they would be prepared to block streaming from specific cell towers during an event which is unlikely, although in reality at present it is unlikely these networks would be reliable enough to support a video stream. Alternatively, rather than trying to block at source, a continuous scan of live streaming services to identify and remove streams could be employed but the effort required to do this would be huge and would not be successful without the support of the service providers such as Facebook & Periscope. Physically trying to control it becomes a question as to how strong do you get with identifying and removing abusers, an approach which can cause tension between fans and artists, would require additional resource to police and would never be entirely successful. Is the answer then to accept and adopt, finding ways to benefit from this new communications channel? Does it really harm the event or the artists to have boundless unmanaged content strewn across the internet? On the other hand, do you want someone wandering around backstage streaming everything? Or someone in the front row streaming what could be a surprisingly high quality and atmospheric video? It’s a copyright nightmare but potentially provides massive exposure. Technology is not only at the source of this issue it is also likely to be part of the solution too but not before event organisers decide on approach. One thing we do know from technology over the last twenty years is that it cannot be ignored, it is the ultimate disruptor and will always find a way of winning through. Related Originally published at www.etherlive.co.uk on December 12, 2015.

https://medium.com/@ChrisUKGreen/personal-live-streaming-a-new-headache-for-content-management-76ce42601de7

['Chris Green']

2016-01-22 13:16:52.869000+00:00

['Streaming', 'Events', 'Festivals']

Title Personal Live Streaming — New Headache Content ManagementContent year ago communication attendee event consisted occasional phone call could make one maybe text two phenomenal success smart phone social medium changed pace one expecting raced textual commentary onto photo commentary within couple year development saw huge shift network demand event site byte text message replaced megabyte high resolution photo seeing next shift video initially starting ‘record upload’ approach rapidly shifting live video streaming current generation smartphones capable 4K ultra HD video 50Mbps Last week Facebook announced Live Video offering live video streaming arena compete Periscope Meerkat reflection fast area personal video streaming moving key point Facebook Live Video integrated main application removing barrier usage fuelling rapid adoption across massive existing user base data demand use vast especially high density environment event therefore moment likely restrict growth degree however happening come significant shift thinking content live event managed Putting aside technical pressure event network term capacity real question content seen shift ‘no cameras’ reluctant acceptance control photo event site pretty much impossible even though many artist like sea people watching event phone Increasingly acceptance time shifted amateur video appearing YouTube idea realtime video streaming take subject content management new level organiser promoter artist question try stop occurring using either technical physical approach accept turn advantage Technically restricting video streaming event managed controlled WiFi network perfectly feasible 3G4G mobile network service would come discussion operator whether would prepared block streaming specific cell tower event unlikely although reality present unlikely network would reliable enough support video stream Alternatively rather trying block source continuous scan live streaming service identify remove stream could employed effort required would huge would successful without support service provider Facebook Periscope Physically trying control becomes question strong get identifying removing abuser approach cause tension fan artist would require additional resource police would never entirely successful answer accept adopt finding way benefit new communication channel really harm event artist boundless unmanaged content strewn across internet hand want someone wandering around backstage streaming everything someone front row streaming could surprisingly high quality atmospheric video It’s copyright nightmare potentially provides massive exposure Technology source issue also likely part solution event organiser decide approach One thing know technology last twenty year cannot ignored ultimate disruptor always find way winning Related Originally published wwwetherlivecouk December 12 2015Tags Streaming Events Festivals

Lady Filmmakers Festival Kicks Off Today With Script 2 Screen Program to Create Opportunities for Women In Film.

“Lady Filmmakers has been so important as a venue in Los Angeles for women filmmakers to present and screen their work, and one of the most amazing things they do is Script 2 Screen where they are actually fostering and championing talent by finding interesting writers, staging readings, and then producing short films. What other festival does this? It’s incredible.” — Producer Cecillia Peck The 7th Annual Lady Filmmakers Festival begins today and will run throughout the weekend. Lady Filmmakers screens a record number of films directed and filmed by women! The festival boasts 4 feature films and 42 short films with several World, US, West Coast, and LA Premieres in Beverly Hills, CA. The festival kicks off with a “Havana Nights” Opening Party at the Crescent Hotel featuring Live Latin Music and Cuban inspired cuisine. Lady Filmmakers is a festival that recognizes and celebrates the tremendous contribution of women to film and the importance in the collaborative spirit amongst men and women,” says DiSalvo Viayra. One goal of the festival is to screen high quality, entertaining independent US and international films to show people that they can enjoy Indie films just as much as the big blockbusters. The fest promotes artists and musicians, recognizes and empowers lady filmmakers, artists, and musicians from all ethnic, religious, and LGBT communities. Lady Filmmakers Honors Marion Rosenberg, OBE for her leadership and tremendous contributions to film. She served as Executive Producer on Columbia’s HOLLOW MAN. She was the Executive Producer of REVOLUTIONARY ROAD, starring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio, directed by Sam Mendes for Dreamworks. Marion co-founded BAFTA LA, and was its Co-Chair from 1987 to 1995. Until 2008, she served as Chair of the UK Film Council US Advisory Board. Lady Filmmakers is more than just a film festival. Under the new 501©(3) IRS Tax Exempt Charity Status, The very first Script 2 Screen Film produced by Lady Filmmakers, The Bay Laurel, written by Jan Militello, directed by Lis & Brenda Fies, premieres Sunday October 25th at 8:00 pm at the Laemmle’s Fine Arts Theater in Beverly Hills, CA. “The Bay Laurel” stars Emmy winner David Lagos. The S2S Program is an extension of the writing contest where award-winning scripts are workshopped and given a Staged Reading in front of a live audience. The script “Pyne”, written by Ingrid Abrams, is in pre-production slated to shoot in November directed by Cecilia Peck. The film stars Adrian Pasdar, Sandra Seacat and Ajarae Coleman. This is just one of the new programs launched to create opportunities for women and diversity in film & the arts! Special industry speakers confirmed are Ivy Kagan Bierman (Entertainment Lawyer), Tara Kole (Entertainment Lawyer), Andrew Sugerman (Premonition, Conviction), Louise Levison (The Blair Witch Project), Hammad Zaidi (Lonely Seal Releasing), Gil Cates Jr (Life After Tomorrow, Lucky, Job), Pam Dixon, CSA (Zorro, City Slickers, Gosford Park), Kerry Barden, CSA (Boys Don’t Cry, American Psycho). This year’s festival will screen films from Brazil, Norway, Spain, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Republic of Georgia, and Australia. Films will showcase up-and-coming as well as celebrity filmmakers and actors including Courteney Cox, Laura Dern, Rita Wilson, Anna Paquin, Sharon Stone, Maria Bello, Olivia Wilde, Chris Evans, Danny Glover, Glenn Close, James Brolin, and David Lynch. Visit here for more information.

https://blogs.sydneysbuzz.com/lady-filmmakers-festival-kicks-off-today-with-script-2-screen-program-to-create-opportunities-for-44fc1e2674fd

['Sydney Levine']

2016-09-29 18:29:41.076000+00:00

['Festivals', 'Film Festival', 'Women']

Title Lady Filmmakers Festival Kicks Today Script 2 Screen Program Create Opportunities Women FilmContent “Lady Filmmakers important venue Los Angeles woman filmmaker present screen work one amazing thing Script 2 Screen actually fostering championing talent finding interesting writer staging reading producing short film festival It’s incredible” — Producer Cecillia Peck 7th Annual Lady Filmmakers Festival begin today run throughout weekend Lady Filmmakers screen record number film directed filmed woman festival boast 4 feature film 42 short film several World US West Coast LA Premieres Beverly Hills CA festival kick “Havana Nights” Opening Party Crescent Hotel featuring Live Latin Music Cuban inspired cuisine Lady Filmmakers festival recognizes celebrates tremendous contribution woman film importance collaborative spirit amongst men women” say DiSalvo Viayra One goal festival screen high quality entertaining independent US international film show people enjoy Indie film much big blockbuster fest promotes artist musician recognizes empowers lady filmmaker artist musician ethnic religious LGBT community Lady Filmmakers Honors Marion Rosenberg OBE leadership tremendous contribution film served Executive Producer Columbia’s HOLLOW MAN Executive Producer REVOLUTIONARY ROAD starring Kate Winslet Leonardo DiCaprio directed Sam Mendes Dreamworks Marion cofounded BAFTA LA CoChair 1987 1995 2008 served Chair UK Film Council US Advisory Board Lady Filmmakers film festival new 501©3 IRS Tax Exempt Charity Status first Script 2 Screen Film produced Lady Filmmakers Bay Laurel written Jan Militello directed Lis Brenda Fies premiere Sunday October 25th 800 pm Laemmle’s Fine Arts Theater Beverly Hills CA “The Bay Laurel” star Emmy winner David Lagos S2S Program extension writing contest awardwinning script workshopped given Staged Reading front live audience script “Pyne” written Ingrid Abrams preproduction slated shoot November directed Cecilia Peck film star Adrian Pasdar Sandra Seacat Ajarae Coleman one new program launched create opportunity woman diversity film art Special industry speaker confirmed Ivy Kagan Bierman Entertainment Lawyer Tara Kole Entertainment Lawyer Andrew Sugerman Premonition Conviction Louise Levison Blair Witch Project Hammad Zaidi Lonely Seal Releasing Gil Cates Jr Life Tomorrow Lucky Job Pam Dixon CSA Zorro City Slickers Gosford Park Kerry Barden CSA Boys Don’t Cry American Psycho year’s festival screen film Brazil Norway Spain Singapore United Arab Emirates Republic Georgia Australia Films showcase upandcoming well celebrity filmmaker actor including Courteney Cox Laura Dern Rita Wilson Anna Paquin Sharon Stone Maria Bello Olivia Wilde Chris Evans Danny Glover Glenn Close James Brolin David Lynch Visit informationTags Festivals Film Festival Women

Top 12 Halloween Music Events & Festivals

Top 12 Halloween Music Events & Festivals Los Angeles: Knotfest Two-day camping and heavy music festival in San Bernardino, California takes place during the weekend before Halloween weekend. Date: 10.24 -10. 25 Venue: San Manuel Amphitheatre, San Bernardino, CA (60 miles northeast of downtown LA) *Both indoor and outdoor stages, on-site parking. Genres: Heavy metal, Groove metal, Death metal, Metalcore, Deathcore, Thrash metal, Nu metal Ages: 10+ Price: $49 to $199+ fees Ticket link: http://livemu.sc/1OFoGVR Hard Day of the Dead HARD’s traditional annual Halloween themed 2-day music festival takes place on Halloween weekend in Pomona, California. Live music starts at 11am each day. Date: 10.31 & 11.1 Venue: Fairplex, Pomona CA (30 miles east of Downtown LA) *Both indoor and outdoor stages, on-site parking. Genres: electronic, hip hop, indie pop, rap, trap, techno, deep house. Lineup: Returning favorites Skrillex, Gesaffelstein, Nero and Deadmau5 with hip hop additions A$ap Ferg, Hot Chip, and newly pop Glass Animals. Ages: 21+ Price: $145+ fees Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1JF9QuA Escape Psycho Circus Insomniac’s annual Halloween 2-day dance party takes place on Halloween weekend in San Bernardino, California. Date: 10.30 & 10.31 Venue: NOS Events Center, San Bernardino CA (60 miles east of Downtown LA) *Indoor tented stages, on-site parking. Genres: electronic, trance, techno, deep house, house. Lineup: Classic EDM acts such as Above & Beyond, Benny Benassi, DJ Snake and Martin Garrix together with techno masters John Digweed and Richie Hawtin Ages: 18+ Price: 2-day $169 + fees Single day $99 + fees Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1HHC1v0 San Francisco Bay Area Boo! SF Newly added Insomniac’s two-night EDM party at Bill Graham Auditorium in downtown San Francisco, California. Date: 10.30 & 10.31 Venue: Bill Graham Civic Auditorium (downtown San Francisco) Indoor auditorium, public parking outside venue Genres: electronic, dance, house, trap. Lineup: Big EDM headliners Nicky Romero, Oliver Heldens, Flosstradamus and Seven Lions. Ages: 18+ Price: 2-day $135 + fees Single day $69.5 + fees Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1i6CoH2 (2-day) http://bit.ly/1UOo0jd (Friday) http://bit.ly/1OKBLgU (Saturday) Jack Yo Lantern Single night dance party on the central campus of San Jose State University in San Jose, California. Date: 10.30 Venue: Event Center SJSU (near downtown San Jose) Indoor stadium, on-site parking Genres: electronic, dance, house, trap. Lineup: Deorro, GTA, Makj, Wiwek, Elephante Ages: 18+ Price: $45 + fees Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1FE7fjC Placerville, CA Hangtown Halloween Ball Hangtown Halloween Ball is a 4-day music and arts festival takes place at the gateway of the picturesque Sierra mountains.The fifth annual Halloween event is coming back this year with colorful Halloween themed ambiance and art installations, artist workshops and a diverse lineup spanning multiple genres of music. Date: 10.22–10.25 Venue: El Dorado County Fairgrounds (45 miles northwest of Sacramento) *Outdoor stages, on-site parking Genres: band, country, rock, folk Lineup: Beats Antique, Break Science, Fruition, Joe Craven, Kung Fu, Lettuce, Mind X, T Sisters. Ages: all ages Price: $20.5 to $1100+ fees Ticket link: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/hangtown-halloween-ball-2015-tickets-15983740799?aff=website Seattle FreakNight Festival The Northwest’s 19th Annual Halloween Ritual 2-day music event returns this year’s Halloween weekend at the Tacoma Dome in Tacoma, Washington state. Date: 10.30 & 10.31 Venue: Tacoma Dome, Tacoma (30 miles south of downtown Seattle) Indoor stadium Genres: electronic, dance, house, trap. Lineup: Must-see electronic music acts including Deadmau5, Tiesto, Diplo, Nero, Nicky Romero and Pete Tong. Ages: 18+ Price: $199 + fees Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1LLHBy9 Chicago Freaky Deaky Festival 3-day Midwest Halloween Massive takes place in Chicago, Illinois during Halloween weekend, featuring mixed genres of dance music big names. Date: 10.30 -11.1 Venue: Toyota Park, Bridgeview (15 miles southwest of downtown Chicago) Genres: rap, hip hop, trance, techno, electronic, dance, house, trap. Lineup: Variety of genres favorites such as rapper 2 Chainz and Action Bronson, dubstep guru Bassnectar as well as techno classic Richie Hawtin. Ages: 18+ Price: $179 + fees Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1OmIaRB Houston Something Wicked Festival Texas’ largest Halloween electronic music festival takes place in Houston, Texas on October 24th and 25th. Date: 10.24 & 10.25 Venue: Sam Houston Race Park, Houston (20 miles northwest of downtown Houston) Genres: trance, techno, electronic, dance, house, trap. Lineup: EDM big names including Above & Beyond, Jack U (Skrillex & Diplo), Steve Aoki and DJ Snake. Ages: 18+ Price: $139 + fees Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1imW5Lw New Orleans Voodoo Fest 3-day music and arts festival held in City Park in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Voodoo Experience is known for including a mix of genres of international, national as well as regional artists such as Florence + The Machine, Deadmau5, Alesso and the Cult. Date: 10.30–11.1 Venue: City Park, New Orleans (near downtown New Orleans) Genres: indie, indie rock, future house, UK garage, alternative rock, folk, techno, electronic, dance, house, trap. Lineup: EDM big names including Above & Beyond, Jack U (Skrillex & Diplo), Steve Aoki and DJ Snake. Ages: all ages Price: $86 — $550 + fees Ticket link: http://worshipthemusic.com/general-admission/ New York City Pier of Fear: Halloween Night Get ready for another crazy night with EDM icon Skrillex at the landmark music venue Pier 94 by the Hudson river in NYC. This could easily be the most attended Halloween party in the Big Apple. Date: 10.31 Venue: Pier 94, NYC Genres: electronic, trap, dubstep, hip hop, rap Lineup: Skrillex, Marshmello, Sliink Ages: 18+ Price: $85+ fees Ticket link: http://www.flavorus.com/event/SKRILLEX-PIER-OF-FEAR/305290

https://medium.com/@jeanhwu/top-12-halloween-music-events-festivals-a82ba0eba7d4

['Jean H Wu']

2015-10-14 07:03:02.518000+00:00

['Music', 'Festival', 'Halloween']

Title Top 12 Halloween Music Events FestivalsContent Top 12 Halloween Music Events Festivals Los Angeles Knotfest Twoday camping heavy music festival San Bernardino California take place weekend Halloween weekend Date 1024 10 25 Venue San Manuel Amphitheatre San Bernardino CA 60 mile northeast downtown LA indoor outdoor stage onsite parking Genres Heavy metal Groove metal Death metal Metalcore Deathcore Thrash metal Nu metal Ages 10 Price 49 199 fee Ticket link httplivemusc1OFoGVR Hard Day Dead HARD’s traditional annual Halloween themed 2day music festival take place Halloween weekend Pomona California Live music start 11am day Date 1031 111 Venue Fairplex Pomona CA 30 mile east Downtown LA indoor outdoor stage onsite parking Genres electronic hip hop indie pop rap trap techno deep house Lineup Returning favorite Skrillex Gesaffelstein Nero Deadmau5 hip hop addition Aap Ferg Hot Chip newly pop Glass Animals Ages 21 Price 145 fee Ticket link httpbitly1JF9QuA Escape Psycho Circus Insomniac’s annual Halloween 2day dance party take place Halloween weekend San Bernardino California Date 1030 1031 Venue NOS Events Center San Bernardino CA 60 mile east Downtown LA Indoor tented stage onsite parking Genres electronic trance techno deep house house Lineup Classic EDM act Beyond Benny Benassi DJ Snake Martin Garrix together techno master John Digweed Richie Hawtin Ages 18 Price 2day 169 fee Single day 99 fee Ticket link httpbitly1HHC1v0 San Francisco Bay Area Boo SF Newly added Insomniac’s twonight EDM party Bill Graham Auditorium downtown San Francisco California Date 1030 1031 Venue Bill Graham Civic Auditorium downtown San Francisco Indoor auditorium public parking outside venue Genres electronic dance house trap Lineup Big EDM headliner Nicky Romero Oliver Heldens Flosstradamus Seven Lions Ages 18 Price 2day 135 fee Single day 695 fee Ticket link httpbitly1i6CoH2 2day httpbitly1UOo0jd Friday httpbitly1OKBLgU Saturday Jack Yo Lantern Single night dance party central campus San Jose State University San Jose California Date 1030 Venue Event Center SJSU near downtown San Jose Indoor stadium onsite parking Genres electronic dance house trap Lineup Deorro GTA Makj Wiwek Elephante Ages 18 Price 45 fee Ticket link httpbitly1FE7fjC Placerville CA Hangtown Halloween Ball Hangtown Halloween Ball 4day music art festival take place gateway picturesque Sierra mountainsThe fifth annual Halloween event coming back year colorful Halloween themed ambiance art installation artist workshop diverse lineup spanning multiple genre music Date 1022–1025 Venue El Dorado County Fairgrounds 45 mile northwest Sacramento Outdoor stage onsite parking Genres band country rock folk Lineup Beats Antique Break Science Fruition Joe Craven Kung Fu Lettuce Mind X Sisters Ages age Price 205 1100 fee Ticket link httpwwweventbritecomehangtownhalloweenball2015tickets15983740799affwebsite Seattle FreakNight Festival Northwest’s 19th Annual Halloween Ritual 2day music event return year’s Halloween weekend Tacoma Dome Tacoma Washington state Date 1030 1031 Venue Tacoma Dome Tacoma 30 mile south downtown Seattle Indoor stadium Genres electronic dance house trap Lineup Mustsee electronic music act including Deadmau5 Tiesto Diplo Nero Nicky Romero Pete Tong Ages 18 Price 199 fee Ticket link httpbitly1LLHBy9 Chicago Freaky Deaky Festival 3day Midwest Halloween Massive take place Chicago Illinois Halloween weekend featuring mixed genre dance music big name Date 1030 111 Venue Toyota Park Bridgeview 15 mile southwest downtown Chicago Genres rap hip hop trance techno electronic dance house trap Lineup Variety genre favorite rapper 2 Chainz Action Bronson dubstep guru Bassnectar well techno classic Richie Hawtin Ages 18 Price 179 fee Ticket link httpbitly1OmIaRB Houston Something Wicked Festival Texas’ largest Halloween electronic music festival take place Houston Texas October 24th 25th Date 1024 1025 Venue Sam Houston Race Park Houston 20 mile northwest downtown Houston Genres trance techno electronic dance house trap Lineup EDM big name including Beyond Jack U Skrillex Diplo Steve Aoki DJ Snake Ages 18 Price 139 fee Ticket link httpbitly1imW5Lw New Orleans Voodoo Fest 3day music art festival held City Park New Orleans Louisiana Voodoo Experience known including mix genre international national well regional artist Florence Machine Deadmau5 Alesso Cult Date 1030–111 Venue City Park New Orleans near downtown New Orleans Genres indie indie rock future house UK garage alternative rock folk techno electronic dance house trap Lineup EDM big name including Beyond Jack U Skrillex Diplo Steve Aoki DJ Snake Ages age Price 86 — 550 fee Ticket link httpworshipthemusiccomgeneraladmission New York City Pier Fear Halloween Night Get ready another crazy night EDM icon Skrillex landmark music venue Pier 94 Hudson river NYC could easily attended Halloween party Big Apple Date 1031 Venue Pier 94 NYC Genres electronic trap dubstep hip hop rap Lineup Skrillex Marshmello Sliink Ages 18 Price 85 fee Ticket link httpwwwflavoruscomeventSKRILLEXPIEROFFEAR305290Tags Music Festival Halloween

Festivals. Anim Est. Romania.

Festivals. Anim Est. Romania. While you are thinking about the skript for the third picture (cartoon) and animators are working on the cartoon, I decided not to disturb them and not to lose time but visit an Anim Est Festival in Romania. Not to go there empty-handed I took our two pictures (movies, cartoons) with me. Though they did not take any diplomas, no one asked our autographs and we were not driven in limos, generally their attitude was neutral. But the Festival gave us much more than a Diploma. It gave us Knowledge. Here are some important conclusions I have come to: 1. Not all festivals should be visited. As it turns out there is a great number of animation festivals being held, from amateurs’ competitions to large studios’ battles. This particular one was a separate amateurs’ competition. We are also amateurs though we represent a Studio. One more thing. Not every festival evaluates the quality of performance.This Festival valued more an interesting, philosophical idea. In other words, depressive Art House prevailed at the Festival and hence, our entertaining demos were out of place there. 2. English should be learned! We need not only use our body language to speak English but speak English properly. 3. Festivals should be visited (though not every one (see ar.1). You can see how many people are involved in animation, speak to them, realize how entusiastic they are, and your world view is changed into a more positive one. 4. Festivals can give you information about next coming ones, how upmarket they are etc. We got to know about festivals in France, Spain, and Germany, where even to get into a short list will be a great success which can be equal to the Cannes award. We were invited to the festival in Brussels where we might go in February 2010. 5. Festivals are visited not to get awards but for communication and gaining contacts. This might include potential investors (let’s knock on the wood for good luck). We can also speak about our projects. Some Romanian periodicals wrote about us. 6. We are standing at the root of the mountain which name is Animation. And to climb it is not only necessary but also very interesting. Even if we have an off chance to reach the top. Though anyway we will start climbing. Or we have already began to do it. Here are some not very important conclusions: 1 .There is no animation studio in Romania which was very surprising for us. 2 Bucurest and Chisinau are twin cities. Either here or there you cannot find a parking place. Neither there nor here is clean. Chisinau is definitely greener. Though Bucurest will spot Chisinau 100 points in architecture.And it also works with our cartoon characters. Gypsies in Bucurest are very colourful, they made our eyes happy. 3. Romanians are very polite, educated, and well-spoken. At least, I came across those. 4. Guys are dressed brighter than girls. It is difficult to explain, but that was an impression. Maybe I was out of luck. Or those were the gilrs in Bucurest.. 5. The Metro in Bucurest is one running carriage. It resembles long sausage. It seems very comfortable. And to switch into serious mood, the situation brought back the time of 1997 when I was walking along Chisinau streets with my first demo reel being made on my friend’s compter calling at every office asking people to look at what kind of commercial I could make. Then, after a lot of rejections, one month later I found my first customer. That defined my futher way to animation. Now the situation is very much alike except for the fact that I am going to visit festivals, instead of officies. Let’s see how it will work and what will come out of it . 3D cartoon about a joyous story of gypsies life and the laws of being.We decised to show you, how the three-dimensional cartoons are made from the begining to the end. If you like the project “Gypsy” and want to collaborate with us, send your ideas to [email protected] tigan.md

https://medium.com/simpals-studio/festivals-anim-est-romania-30ab761ec9a3

[]

2017-09-15 11:48:30.149000+00:00

['Festivals', 'Animation', '3d', 'Storytelling']

Title Festivals Anim Est RomaniaContent Festivals Anim Est Romania thinking skript third picture cartoon animator working cartoon decided disturb lose time visit Anim Est Festival Romania go emptyhanded took two picture movie cartoon Though take diploma one asked autograph driven limo generally attitude neutral Festival gave u much Diploma gave u Knowledge important conclusion come 1 festival visited turn great number animation festival held amateurs’ competition large studios’ battle particular one separate amateurs’ competition also amateur though represent Studio One thing every festival evaluates quality performanceThis Festival valued interesting philosophical idea word depressive Art House prevailed Festival hence entertaining demo place 2 English learned need use body language speak English speak English properly 3 Festivals visited though every one see ar1 see many people involved animation speak realize entusiastic world view changed positive one 4 Festivals give information next coming one upmarket etc got know festival France Spain Germany even get short list great success equal Cannes award invited festival Brussels might go February 2010 5 Festivals visited get award communication gaining contact might include potential investor let’s knock wood good luck also speak project Romanian periodical wrote u 6 standing root mountain name Animation climb necessary also interesting Even chance reach top Though anyway start climbing already began important conclusion 1 animation studio Romania surprising u 2 Bucurest Chisinau twin city Either cannot find parking place Neither clean Chisinau definitely greener Though Bucurest spot Chisinau 100 point architectureAnd also work cartoon character Gypsies Bucurest colourful made eye happy 3 Romanians polite educated wellspoken least came across 4 Guys dressed brighter girl difficult explain impression Maybe luck gilrs Bucurest 5 Metro Bucurest one running carriage resembles long sausage seems comfortable switch serious mood situation brought back time 1997 walking along Chisinau street first demo reel made friend’s compter calling every office asking people look kind commercial could make lot rejection one month later found first customer defined futher way animation situation much alike except fact going visit festival instead officies Let’s see work come 3D cartoon joyous story gypsy life law beingWe decised show threedimensional cartoon made begining end like project “Gypsy” want collaborate u send idea investorsimpalsmd tiganmdTags Festivals Animation 3d Storytelling

Tucson’s Loft Film Fest Opens Today with a World-Class Film Program

The Tucson’s Loft Film Fest starts today and runs until Sunday October 25. The program will bring some of the best works from around the globe to Tucson, many of which will be have their local premier during the festival. The acclaimed drama “Court,” a quietly devastating portrait of political injustice involving an elderly folk singer facing persecution for his art, is India’s official Oscar entry for Best Foreign Language Film, as well as the winner of the Lion of the Future Award for director Chaitanya Tamhane at the Venice Film Festival. This is the film’s Tucson Premiere. “Mustang” France’s official entry for the Best Foreign Language Oscar and winner of the Europa Cinemas Label award at the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight, is a haunting portrait of five young sisters struggling to come of age under highly unusual circumstances in a remote Turkish coastal village. The film makes its Arizona Premiere at The Loft Film Fest. The Loft Film Fest 2015 will also showcase numerous top prize winners from major film festivals around the world, including Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, Venice and more. The highly-anticipated new British drama “45 Years,” directed by Andrew Haigh (“Weekend”), will have its Arizona Premiere at The Loft Film Fest. This riveting and melancholy tale of a long-married couple confronting a dark secret from their past, has generated major Oscar buzz and garnered the Best Actress and Best Actor awards at the 2015 Berlin International Film Festival for its celebrated stars, Charlotte Rampling (“Swimming Pool”) and Tom Courtenay (“Doctor Zhivago”). The moving Italian drama “Mia Madre”from acclaimed filmmaker Nanni Moretti (“The Son’s Room”), stars Margherita Buy ( “Days and Clouds”) and John Turturro (“O Brother, Where Are Thou?”) and tells the story of a harried filmmaker juggling with production of her new film with caring for her dying mother. Winner of the prestigious Prize of the Ecumenical Jury at the Cannes Film Festival, the film will also have its Arizona Premiere at The Loft Film Fest. “Taxi” the crowd-pleasing comedy/drama from Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, (“The White Balloon”) follows the filmmaker himself as he assumes the role of taxi driver for a number of diverse citizens in his home country, learning about their lives as he ferries them through the city. Winner of the FIPRESCI Prize at the Berlin International Film Festival,”Taxi” makes its Tucson Premiere at The Loft Film Fest. Just a few of the other major international festival award winners hitting the screen at the Loft Film Fest include Pedro Costa’s “Horse Money” (winner of the Locarno International Film Festival award for Best Director); Sebastian Silva’s “Nasty Baby,” starring Kristin Wiig (winner of the Teddy Award for Best Feature Film at the Berlin International Film Festival) and “In Transit,” the final film from legendary documentary filmmaker Albert Maysles (winner of a Best Documentary Special Jury Mention at the Tribeca Film Festival). Many more prize-winning features, documentaries and short films will light up the screen at The 2015 Loft Film Fest. In addition to acclaimed films, the fest brings an incredible line-up of filmmakers and special guests to Tucson! Rita Moreno (“West Side Story”), Alfonso Arau ( “ Like Water for Chocolate.””Three Amigos”), Larry McMurtry & Diana Ossana (10th Anniversary Screening of “Brokeback Mountain”), Bobcat Goldthwait (“Call Me Lucky”), Michael Joplin (brother of Janis Joplin with the doc “Janis: Little Girl Blue”), Andrea B. Scott (“Florence, AZ”), Francesco Clerici (“Hand Gestures”), Jessica Cox & Nick Spark (“Right-Footed”) and Justin Johnson (“Double Digits”) are among the guests who will be on hand to present films alongside critically-acclaimed films selected from prestigious festivals around the globe. For more information and to purchase tickets and passes, please visit: www.loftfilmfest.org.

https://blogs.sydneysbuzz.com/tucsons-loft-film-fest-opens-today-with-a-world-class-film-program-dd0aa8899c7c

['Sydney Levine']

2016-09-29 18:23:31.751000+00:00

['Festivals', 'International Film']

Title Tucson’s Loft Film Fest Opens Today WorldClass Film ProgramContent Tucson’s Loft Film Fest start today run Sunday October 25 program bring best work around globe Tucson many local premier festival acclaimed drama “Court” quietly devastating portrait political injustice involving elderly folk singer facing persecution art India’s official Oscar entry Best Foreign Language Film well winner Lion Future Award director Chaitanya Tamhane Venice Film Festival film’s Tucson Premiere “Mustang” France’s official entry Best Foreign Language Oscar winner Europa Cinemas Label award Cannes Directors’ Fortnight haunting portrait five young sister struggling come age highly unusual circumstance remote Turkish coastal village film make Arizona Premiere Loft Film Fest Loft Film Fest 2015 also showcase numerous top prize winner major film festival around world including Cannes Sundance Toronto Venice highlyanticipated new British drama “45 Years” directed Andrew Haigh “Weekend” Arizona Premiere Loft Film Fest riveting melancholy tale longmarried couple confronting dark secret past generated major Oscar buzz garnered Best Actress Best Actor award 2015 Berlin International Film Festival celebrated star Charlotte Rampling “Swimming Pool” Tom Courtenay “Doctor Zhivago” moving Italian drama “Mia Madre”from acclaimed filmmaker Nanni Moretti “The Son’s Room” star Margherita Buy “Days Clouds” John Turturro “O Brother Thou” tell story harried filmmaker juggling production new film caring dying mother Winner prestigious Prize Ecumenical Jury Cannes Film Festival film also Arizona Premiere Loft Film Fest “Taxi” crowdpleasing comedydrama Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi “The White Balloon” follows filmmaker assumes role taxi driver number diverse citizen home country learning life ferry city Winner FIPRESCI Prize Berlin International Film Festival”Taxi” make Tucson Premiere Loft Film Fest major international festival award winner hitting screen Loft Film Fest include Pedro Costa’s “Horse Money” winner Locarno International Film Festival award Best Director Sebastian Silva’s “Nasty Baby” starring Kristin Wiig winner Teddy Award Best Feature Film Berlin International Film Festival “In Transit” final film legendary documentary filmmaker Albert Maysles winner Best Documentary Special Jury Mention Tribeca Film Festival Many prizewinning feature documentary short film light screen 2015 Loft Film Fest addition acclaimed film fest brings incredible lineup filmmaker special guest Tucson Rita Moreno “West Side Story” Alfonso Arau “ Like Water Chocolate””Three Amigos” Larry McMurtry Diana Ossana 10th Anniversary Screening “Brokeback Mountain” Bobcat Goldthwait “Call Lucky” Michael Joplin brother Janis Joplin doc “Janis Little Girl Blue” Andrea B Scott “Florence AZ” Francesco Clerici “Hand Gestures” Jessica Cox Nick Spark “RightFooted” Justin Johnson “Double Digits” among guest hand present film alongside criticallyacclaimed film selected prestigious festival around globe information purchase ticket pass please visit wwwloftfilmfestorgTags Festivals International Film

I Cried on my First Day as a Digital Nomad

..and I couldn’t be more happy that I did. I didn’t cry because of sadness; noone has passed away. I didn’t cry because I was unhappy with something in my life. I didn’t cry to get what I want. I didn’t cry because I hurt myself. Nor did I cry because I wanted to cry. I think — although this has never happened to me — I cried because of the happiness of the moment I was experiencing. This sounds fucking weird right? Especially as an emotionally secure London boy who has just moved away to Thailand… but this is the only way I can rationalise it. If you care to join me, I’d love to tell you why I think I cried… this is going to be a ramble! I’m really only 2 days into my journey. It’s the beginning. Although I’ve been away over a week, I’ve spent most of it in Mumbai for a friend’s wedding. There were expectations and things to do, places to be etc. I felt as if I was in transit between 2 different lives. I’ve been waiting for this moment for years… and I’m so happy I’m here, doing it. Yesterday I met the most awesomely inspiring dude, Peter — levels.io — He’s building cool sh_t to help people live and work where they want. He’s also the guy behind 12 Startups in 12 months. Anyway, he got me setup in my first co-working space, introduced me to a few people and got excited about what I’m working on — Pillow Talk. I’ve got purpose. I believe I can build something that can make people’s life better, and I’m making it happen. I’m learning. I’m enjoying a new culture, picking up a new language, smiling to strangers, nodding when saying thanks. All these small things are just fascinating. I absolutely love it. Anyway, I had my first good night sleep since arriving into Thailand followed by a delightfully healthy noodle soup breakfast. I walked to the co-working space, hacked away and built stuff. I had a couple of coffees, had a ride on the back of a moped and ended up in a beautiful park where the locals were celebrating Loy Krathong. These lanterns just lit up the lake. They moved slowly, with the light glistening on the ripples of the water. Each lantern has a candle and incense, so the whole park was filled with this beautiful aroma. Many people were in couples, praying, and delicately placing the lanterns in the water. I sat there watching the fish jumping up and splashing. Everyone, all around me, just looked so happy and literally, just like that, I started shedding tears. I couldn’t quite believe it myself. Few things have ever made me cry. It was as if at that moment everything came together. I was there, just observing, experiencing and feeling. Not the past. Not the future. Just being. There. Present. It felt fucking amazing. I wish that you will experience this joy too. I’d love to hear similar stories.

https://drrn.net/i-cried-on-my-first-day-as-a-digital-nomad-4a099dfab71

['Darren John Smith']

2015-10-13 09:38:00.798000+00:00

['Digital Nomads', 'Thailand', 'Festival']

Title Cried First Day Digital NomadContent couldn’t happy didn’t cry sadness noone passed away didn’t cry unhappy something life didn’t cry get want didn’t cry hurt cry wanted cry think — although never happened — cried happiness moment experiencing sound fucking weird right Especially emotionally secure London boy moved away Thailand… way rationalise care join I’d love tell think cried… going ramble I’m really 2 day journey It’s beginning Although I’ve away week I’ve spent Mumbai friend’s wedding expectation thing place etc felt transit 2 different life I’ve waiting moment years… I’m happy I’m Yesterday met awesomely inspiring dude Peter — levelsio — He’s building cool sht help people live work want He’s also guy behind 12 Startups 12 month Anyway got setup first coworking space introduced people got excited I’m working — Pillow Talk I’ve got purpose believe build something make people’s life better I’m making happen I’m learning I’m enjoying new culture picking new language smiling stranger nodding saying thanks small thing fascinating absolutely love Anyway first good night sleep since arriving Thailand followed delightfully healthy noodle soup breakfast walked coworking space hacked away built stuff couple coffee ride back moped ended beautiful park local celebrating Loy Krathong lantern lit lake moved slowly light glistening ripple water lantern candle incense whole park filled beautiful aroma Many people couple praying delicately placing lantern water sat watching fish jumping splashing Everyone around looked happy literally like started shedding tear couldn’t quite believe thing ever made cry moment everything came together observing experiencing feeling past future Present felt fucking amazing wish experience joy I’d love hear similar storiesTags Digital Nomads Thailand Festival

Top-notch Talent to Attend Whistler Film Festival for WIDC Story & Leadership

Eight women directors from across Canada have been selected to attend the 20th annual session of Women In the Director’s Chair (WIDC), which includes the pilot program, WIDC Story & Leadership. Over the coming months this top-notch group of content creators will develop their feature films and web series, working with an ensemble of hand-picked professional actors, technicians and other industry experts. A major component of the program takes the form of an Industry Immersion at the 15th anniversary Whistler Film Festival (December 2–6), and culminates with a three-month mentorship tailored to advance each director’s project. Mounting their sophomore feature films are East coast favorites, Mary Walsh (“A Christmas Fury,” based on the characters from the riotously-funny TV series “Hatching, Matching and Dispatching”), Anita Reilly McGee (“Black Mammy”), and WIDC Feature Film Award-winner, Jordan Canning (“Suck It Up”). Weaving fiction into their prolific body of documentary works from Ontario are, Maya Gallus (“Nights in the Underground”), and Frances-Anne Solomon (“Hero”). Also from Ontario is Nicole Dorsey , developing a debut feature “Black Conflux,” along with BC-based actress Ana De Lara (“The Virgin Mary Had a Little Lamb”). Multiple award-winner Marie Clements is developing a new interactive web series “Crooked Bones,” based on the true story of First Nations artist, Connie Watts. “WIDC understands that being committed to bringing women’s voices to the screen means investing in the storyteller. Not simply as a “one off” but as a continued partnership between stakeholders who recognize that the development of skill, process, and creation has lasting and profound value,” states Metis actor/ writer/director, Marie Clements. “I am honored to be in this year’s Story & Leadership Program with some of Canada’s most talented and innovative filmmakers.” Award-winning director Rachel Talalay (“Dr. Who,” “Tank Girl”) will be one of this year’s key mentors focusing on directing action. This year’s line up also includes peer mentors, award-winning WIDC alumnae, writer/directors Siobhan Devine (“The Birdwatcher,” which premieres at the Whistler Film Festival), and web series creator Karen Lam (“Mythos”), along with popular WIDC instructors, writer and Jungian expert, Dr. Carolyn Mamchur , and screen-writer / story consultant Linda Coffey (“These Arms of Mine”). Industry guests include, John Galway (Harold Greenberg Fund), Maureen Levitt , (Super Channel), independent producer, Lael McCall , (Principia Productions), and Telefilm Canada’s Lauren Davis . “Taking part in this WIDC workshop makes me excited about the possibility of someday having television and film represent the perspectives of women, “ states Mary Walsh, a recipient of the Order of Canada and the Governor General’s Lifetime Achievement Award in the Performing Arts. “Although women make up 51% of the Canadian population, they comprise less than 20% of the directors and screenwriters working in Canadian Film.” The Women In the Director’s Chair (WIDC) program has earned an international reputation for propelling over two hundred Canadian women directors’ skills, stories and careers to the next level of excellence. Creative Women Workshops Association, The Banff Centre and ACTRA (Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists) have been WIDC collaborators, and Telefilm Canada has been a major sponsor since the program’s 1997 inception. WIDC and the Whistler Film Festival collaborate again through the WIDC WFF Industry Immersion. The Festival’s online box office is now open for Industry Passes, Festival Passes and Ticket Packages allowing you to select your films in advance and share them with friends and family. New for 2015 , WFF has introduced a Festival Credential that provides access to the Music Café, ShortWork Showdown and Festival Lodge, and is included in select ticket packages if purchased by October 31. Air travel and ground transportation deals as well as best accommodation rates starting from $89 per night are now available. The Westin Whistler Resort and Spa is WFF’s official host hotel. WFF has 20 accommodation partners to choose from that offer special rates to Whistler Film Festival attendees. Book your accommodation early to ensure your perfect match and price. For information, go to whistlerfilmfestival.com.

https://blogs.sydneysbuzz.com/top-notch-talent-to-attend-whistler-film-festival-for-widc-story-leadership-123b7d141b73

['Sydney Levine']

2016-09-29 18:30:13.872000+00:00

['Festivals', 'International Film', 'Canada']

Title Topnotch Talent Attend Whistler Film Festival WIDC Story LeadershipContent Eight woman director across Canada selected attend 20th annual session Women Director’s Chair WIDC includes pilot program WIDC Story Leadership coming month topnotch group content creator develop feature film web series working ensemble handpicked professional actor technician industry expert major component program take form Industry Immersion 15th anniversary Whistler Film Festival December 2–6 culminates threemonth mentorship tailored advance director’s project Mounting sophomore feature film East coast favorite Mary Walsh “A Christmas Fury” based character riotouslyfunny TV series “Hatching Matching Dispatching” Anita Reilly McGee “Black Mammy” WIDC Feature Film Awardwinner Jordan Canning “Suck Up” Weaving fiction prolific body documentary work Ontario Maya Gallus “Nights Underground” FrancesAnne Solomon “Hero” Also Ontario Nicole Dorsey developing debut feature “Black Conflux” along BCbased actress Ana De Lara “The Virgin Mary Little Lamb” Multiple awardwinner Marie Clements developing new interactive web series “Crooked Bones” based true story First Nations artist Connie Watts “WIDC understands committed bringing women’s voice screen mean investing storyteller simply “one off” continued partnership stakeholder recognize development skill process creation lasting profound value” state Metis actor writerdirector Marie Clements “I honored year’s Story Leadership Program Canada’s talented innovative filmmakers” Awardwinning director Rachel Talalay “Dr Who” “Tank Girl” one year’s key mentor focusing directing action year’s line also includes peer mentor awardwinning WIDC alumna writerdirectors Siobhan Devine “The Birdwatcher” premiere Whistler Film Festival web series creator Karen Lam “Mythos” along popular WIDC instructor writer Jungian expert Dr Carolyn Mamchur screenwriter story consultant Linda Coffey “These Arms Mine” Industry guest include John Galway Harold Greenberg Fund Maureen Levitt Super Channel independent producer Lael McCall Principia Productions Telefilm Canada’s Lauren Davis “Taking part WIDC workshop make excited possibility someday television film represent perspective woman “ state Mary Walsh recipient Order Canada Governor General’s Lifetime Achievement Award Performing Arts “Although woman make 51 Canadian population comprise le 20 director screenwriter working Canadian Film” Women Director’s Chair WIDC program earned international reputation propelling two hundred Canadian woman directors’ skill story career next level excellence Creative Women Workshops Association Banff Centre ACTRA Alliance Canadian Cinema Television Radio Artists WIDC collaborator Telefilm Canada major sponsor since program’s 1997 inception WIDC Whistler Film Festival collaborate WIDC WFF Industry Immersion Festival’s online box office open Industry Passes Festival Passes Ticket Packages allowing select film advance share friend family New 2015 WFF introduced Festival Credential provides access Music Café ShortWork Showdown Festival Lodge included select ticket package purchased October 31 Air travel ground transportation deal well best accommodation rate starting 89 per night available Westin Whistler Resort Spa WFF’s official host hotel WFF 20 accommodation partner choose offer special rate Whistler Film Festival attendee Book accommodation early ensure perfect match price information go whistlerfilmfestivalcomTags Festivals International Film Canada

The Nu World At Large (A Review)

I was asked to review and photograph the 2015 Cape Town Nu World Festival, so I did. Originally posted in July 2015—but with a few amendments made. THURSDAY Me: Hello Facebook, I would like to attend the Nu World Music Fest by means of work. Can you provide? Facebook: Yes my brother. FRIDAY I’m inside an email searching for my media pass while doggedly manoeuvring through rainy-day Cape Town traffic. The first act already started two hours ago yet here I am on a rendezvous with old compatriot and Black Major’s artist representative Aaron Peters to chaperone Aero Manyelo and Skinny (Blackfoot Phoenix) and Tristan (Thris) — the Boiler Room/NTS DJs — to and from the Colosseum Hotel in Century City. I took him up on this offer because I thought it would be an interesting starting point for my festival report; truth be told, I just wanted to meet some famous people. But things are not going according to plan: Tristan and Skinny missed their flight from Joburg and the weather is getting worse. They’re late, and having only just picked up my camera equipment and car’s backseats from home, I’m late too. Rats! I thought there would be time to impress them with the smooth tunes I just so happen to have in my car — playlists that I made for them this morning — while driving to the clothing sale at Superior Goods, enjoying some free whiskey, picking up some sweet kush (the DJs want a pick-me-up) and just chewing the fat together, you know? Shoot the breeze on the wonderful/atrocious state of the music industry and whatnot. But no, Aaron and I are now in the reception hall at the Colosseum Hotel, spread out on a shiny couch underneath a sparkling jellyfish chandelier, with Nthato (Spoek Mathambo of Fantasma), Marvin (DJ Spoko) and Aero Manyelo flanking us on either side. We’re waiting for Tristan and Skinny, who’ve gone missing. Aaron’s on the phone: “Yes? Yeah, we’re almost ready. No, the Boiler Room guys are taking a shower. We’ll be at the festival in ten minutes.” He repeats this to roughly seven different callers. Tristan finally makes his appearance, looking tired but smiling: “I think Skinny ran into the shopping mall to buy a pair of Nikes.” Upon arrival at the festival, set inside Cape Town’s city hall, I immediately head for the food stalls. Sitting on a bench marvelling at the pale sandstone exterior of the building, I’m drinking a beer and eating stir-fried pork courtesy of Lotus Food Trucks. Through the door in front of me is the main stage; Fantasma is performing their brand of noisy rap-rock punkedelia, or whatever. The sound is messy, but then again, I’ve never understood what Fantasma wants to achieve in a live setting. As I stare, Aero appears to my left, giving me a wink and a snap of his fingers. “Happiness costs R50!” I say, lifting my bento box with a smile. He laughs and walks on. Aero is cool. I get up to have a closer look at Fantasma (Spoek is dressed in a pastel-neon overcoat) only to find the sound echoed and layered beyond comprehension. A few feet away from me, a friend is dancing with eyes closed. I sidle up next to her. She yells into my ear: “I’ve been waiting to see these guys for a million years. This venue is so beautiful..” I immediately wonder if I was being too critical of the sound. She continues: “…but how f*cking bad is this sound?” Phew. Finishing with Fantasma and about to turn away, my friend bids me farewell: “I recently discovered you can smoke rose petals and mint instead of tobacco.” She produces a tin filled with rolled cigarettes. “I lined them with THC oil that I made from scratch. Enjoy!” I pocket the joint. I’ll save it for a rainy day. The downpour is intensifying. I venture upstairs into the tail end of Paul Waxon’s set (so far, so smooth) before making my way to the media hall, wanting to pen down some initial thoughts, including: “New addition to the festival: a mini market of clothes, jewellery and merchandise” and “Attendance is down, diversity is up” and “There’s like 3/4 less white people this year; do white people hate rain?” Everyone seems to be on the balcony, so I join them for a cigarette. Says one greying journalist to another: “It’s good to see so many people here. It’s such a lovely festival.” She takes a deep suck on her fag, one eye drooped with satisfaction. “I’m very excited to be here.” I head back to the DJ stage where Thris is laying the beats down thick while Blackfoot Phoenix readies his side of the deck, and the floor is pumping. You need more than one pair of eyes to sidestep this crowd of merciless groovers — suddenly I’m spun around to face a man and woman holding onto each other, ready with their best “this-is-my-everything” pose. Without focusing, I take a shot, smile and turn away — straight into Louis Pienaar, keyboardist of Bateleur. Time to smoke those rose petals. Passing the food court and upstairs bar to where last year’s DJ stage used to be, the space has now been transformed into a strange umbrella installation. I’m unsure whether the umbrellas are purely decorative or meant to keep us dry; either way they’re not very effective. Back at the main stage with my friend Lentswe and company, Simphiwe Dana creates the gravitational pull I’ve been waiting for; she has a stage presence so strong that I am transported elsewhere, thrown off course towards a warmer, drier planet (I am stoned). Jazz, Afro-Soul, “new Miriam Makeba” and “Firebrand” — sure, she’s all that, but judging by the attitude of her dancing and smiling admirers, she’s the little sister who made it big and it feels great to see that in action; to see someone perceived as 100% special and deserving it every bit. Shane Cooper’s Card On Spokes project delivers anaesthesia-dipped beats from a sensitive world; try as he might to be straight dope, Shane’s musical chops shine through, and that’s a good thing: blessed is the crowd that takes these notes with good strides. Things are picking up; downstairs at the bar, caught in a conversation between my friend Lentswe and Siya (Umlilo, not performing) I toss back a shot of tequila. Next thing I know I’m directing a confusing photoshoot of Siya having a fake meltdown: “Never stop taking photos. You’re a terrible photographer. I’m your muse. Let’s do this again. You think this is original?! Jbjabkjadbva It’s late and I’m just about ready to go home, but there’s one more act I should see. Unfortunately Riky Rick has missed his flight; somewhat of a trend at this year’s fest. Thris is covering for him — a welcome change, seeing as many acts lacked transition music between sets — playing to a small but loyal crowd. One last victory lap around the venue to say my goodbyes and I’m out. On my exit, I can hear Riky Rick’s arrival on stage, with the disheartened greeting: “What’s up Nu World! Sorry I’m late. There’s not a lot of you left, but…” SATURDAY Slow thoughts, a sore throat and a banana. I check my phone for the time and missed calls; it’s ten in the morning, and no word from Aaron. I was supposed to continue with my chaperoning duties today, but assumed Aaron and the DJs would be too hungover to wake up in time. Turns out I was right. Foiled again, I need a rinse; it’s time to go surfing, so I dial up some friends. Later, on the drive to Muizenberg, my friend Sean notes, “The festival brings together a great bunch of people. Everybody felt friendly and forthcoming.” Smaller as the crowd did seem, I never felt trapped in a conversation. This is an important subject within festivals that is often overlooked; while there might have been snags in the act transitions and the sound (City Hall was designed to expand acoustic sound, and thus doesn’t play well with electronics) the people who attend the festival with you, who truly appreciate the sounds, makes or breaks it for everybody. The sun is out and I’m feeling refreshed. I just hope this weather lasts the night. Native Young’s anthemic pop comes bouncing down the corridor while I wait for Sean to get his ticket. Inside the main hall, infatuated fans hang from frontman Yannick Meyer’s lips. With a wardrobe treading the line between ’60s psychedelia and your local church nativity play, this band preaches their afro-pop gospel with giddy abandon, and the crowd believes in it; for them, this magic is real. And why not? Looking like a cult-abducted Kevin Parker, dressed in a shiny headband and full-length dream coat, Meyer wields his kalimba like a bible. Closing with “Kings”, the saxophone blares over the combined chants of the band: “Kings of our universe/standing with their feet on the earth.” The crowd barely touches the ground. Compared to Friday night, this is the kind of opener Nu World Fest deserves. After their set I head backstage to catch a word with Yannick, but blocking my path are some twenty odd American exchange students with similar, albeit loaded, intentions. “They’re so cool,” the one girl tells me, “I just wanna tell them how awesome they are. Do you know them? Oh my god no way, you’re so cool!” Stealthily I fade into the background. I need a break after that performance, and with Zuko Collective starting soon, I want to head upstairs. Nearing the DJ booth I find my feet suddenly performing a U-turn; seems that I still can’t get these babies anywhere near Balkanology music. I think I’ll wonder around for a while. It’s halfway through the first Zuko Collective song. Lead singer Nozuko Mapoma pierces the concert hall with her heart-wrenching wail while thrashing a cowbell, and I think: Bjork, if she was from Johannesburg. Behind her I see the drummer and bassist power duo; they’re absolutely shredding it, and I think: I’d watch those two as an act by themselves. Next I’m transfixed by the vision that is Thandiwe Khoza, standing closest to where I’m taking photos from, and I think: Sho! She is beautiful. Take a step back and suddenly you realise this isn’t a single-minded band but a talented group of creatives who share Nozuko’s passion for music; she just provides the lead (and heartfelt messages between songs); that and Zweli Mthembu’s clear influence carried over from his main band and last year’s standouts — The Brother Moves On — has made me a fan. I’m on the prowl, looking to hand out sneak-attack hugs. They don’t always work out to be as cute as I’d expect, but, as usual, an opportunity has presented itself and I cannot look the other way. Aware I’m possibly being watched by several people in the vicinity, I creep up on a fellow photographer standing nearby… “WAAAAAA!” “AAAAH! JOHAN!” “WAAAAAA!” “NOOO! WHY!?” “Hello! Who are you taking photographs for?” She’s here as Bateleur’s photographer. We’re leaning against the stage, chatting about the festival turnout and yesterday’s awful sound, but also about matters of the heart — there’s always time for that. Nicolaas Van Reenen, the lead guitarist and vocalist of Bateleur, walks past us onstage. Jess, the photographer, and I stare at him while whispering his name loud as we can. If we catch his attention we’ll feel validated for being playful. If we’re ignored, we look stupid. “I think we look pretty stupid right now,” Jess remarks. Bateleur are here today as veterans. I was there when they played the first World Music Festival back in 2012. This is their first show in months, and with these opening notes from Odon Human’s trumpet, I’m assured that they’ve retained their sense of wonder. Standing next to me, Nate, an American from Massachusetts, says of the band: “They sound like Sigur Ros in their quieter moments, but then I also hear…” He pauses in thought. Only a handful of bands can complete that sentence, so I venture with Explosions in the Sky. Nate agrees. “Yeah man,” he smiles, “that’s totally what it is!” But Bateleur can never be attributed to just one sound. I see them as the sum of many parts. They apply a democratic approach to their writing process so that we, the listeners, are essentially presented with six distinct personalities pretending to be one person in a big coat; Muppet Man, if you will. Yup, that’s right– Bateleur is a beautifully echoed, stylishly executed Muppet Man. It’s lovely having them back. I’m in Bateleur’s dressing room with Louis and Nic, waiting for the others. We’re sitting on a window ledge drinking wine and smoking cigarettes, discussing and celebrating the show. I don’t think I’m supposed to be there and neither does the security guard, but Louis convinces him otherwise. I share some of my field reporting with them: one of the things I heard was that their sound was a bit “underwatery.” Nic agrees with this, saying it lacked some kick. Altogether they’re pleased though, and soon we’re joined by Ma’or (the lead festival organiser) and Thandi from Zuko Collective, both praising Bateleur’s performance. With newfound excitement in the air, we head out to shake our limbs to the Bacardi House of Spoek Vs. Spoko. They’re being announced as we enter the room, and in classic DJ Spoko style, the beat drops in with full hi-hats, no fade-ins. Welcome, friends. You’ve just reached the inside of a Fizz-Pop. Don’t you just love it when a band knows how to utilise backup dancers that are not only present on cue, but also dominate? Dressed like an ’80s Michael Jackson undertaker, Kanda Bongo Man, hailed as the king of Kwassa Kwassa, graces the main stage with such an ensemble. As is the dance style, my hips move back and forth while my hands move to follow my hips. I’m not doing it very well; in fact, everyone seems to have mutated the kwassa into their own goofball versions. Ducking out for a quick beer run, it appears Mokoomba have succeeded Kanda Bongo Man in my absence, matching their enthusiasm to make it easy for the crowd to stick to the party. With a sincere nod to KBM, they open with an infectious highlife jam, but I have a feeling they’re looking to peak the previous vibe before moving into a new one. Indeed, abandoning all instruments, the four men jump to the front and perform an impeccable boyband dance routine. I’m seeing most of this through a camera and it feels like the MTV Base Music Awards, shaping these acts into household heroes. But as soon as they’ve peaked, they stop us in our tracks. The yellow lights fade into a soft blue. It’s time for “Masangango,” a thrilling, spectral divergent delivered by lead vocalist Mathias Muzaza, dressed in simple but effective black and white. Slowly he entrances the crowd with a sacrificial hymn. As it ends, the drums kick in, the lights turn on and the people whose eyes were closed, open them again. As I said before, I like Aero Manyelo. He’s got this earnest vibe about him that really resonates in his music. I mean, during his set he says stuff like “Okay, I’m gonna count us down and then we gonna jump. Okay, we gonna jump… We gonna jump… We gonna jump…” eventually concluded with, “Okay let’s jump! Let’s jump!” — it’s cheesy, but it makes you like him more. This wouldn’t be the case if he played your run-of-the-mill “World Music” DJ selections, but as you might suspect, he doesn’t. Aero Manyelo, like his name, is kak fresh. He enjoys himself while he plays. He’s blurring the lines of when the festival will end; in fact I’m caught in limbo, wondering if I’ll dance here every night for the rest of the week. This is the boss level and these are its die-hard challengers. If this is Bowser’s castle, we’re all Mario; as with most endings, our princess is in another castle. Maybe we’ll find her next time. I gave my number to a lot of foreigners tonight, promising to update them on gigs and festivals in Cape Town, like I’m suddenly so involved in the music scene after covering just one festival. If that were true, I’d feel comfortable saying the festival is still a bit too expensive and needs to tighten up its info for the casual festival goer; People still don’t know how to find their way around; A few acts didn’t play when they were supposed to, which is fine unless no prior notice is given; Nobody likes it when musicians miss their flights (we paid for those flights); Last year’s sense of tension has been lost to a vibe that’s at times overly relaxed; More so than last year, the Lightbulb Sessions seem like an afterthought — either scrap it or punt it. Surrender us to the Nu. But hey, I’m just a guy who needed a ticket. On my way downstairs, Sean is keen to crash at mine. We exit and walk the street towards my car, worn out and sweaty. I had one hell of a good time.

https://medium.com/@phijos/the-nu-world-at-large-9e160a725022

['Philippus Johan']

2015-12-17 13:23:41.923000+00:00

['Music', 'Review', 'Festival']

Title Nu World Large ReviewContent asked review photograph 2015 Cape Town Nu World Festival Originally posted July 2015—but amendment made THURSDAY Hello Facebook would like attend Nu World Music Fest mean work provide Facebook Yes brother FRIDAY I’m inside email searching medium pas doggedly manoeuvring rainyday Cape Town traffic first act already started two hour ago yet rendezvous old compatriot Black Major’s artist representative Aaron Peters chaperone Aero Manyelo Skinny Blackfoot Phoenix Tristan Thris — Boiler RoomNTS DJs — Colosseum Hotel Century City took offer thought would interesting starting point festival report truth told wanted meet famous people thing going according plan Tristan Skinny missed flight Joburg weather getting worse They’re late picked camera equipment car’s backseat home I’m late Rats thought would time impress smooth tune happen car — playlist made morning — driving clothing sale Superior Goods enjoying free whiskey picking sweet kush DJs want pickmeup chewing fat together know Shoot breeze wonderfulatrocious state music industry whatnot Aaron reception hall Colosseum Hotel spread shiny couch underneath sparkling jellyfish chandelier Nthato Spoek Mathambo Fantasma Marvin DJ Spoko Aero Manyelo flanking u either side We’re waiting Tristan Skinny who’ve gone missing Aaron’s phone “Yes Yeah we’re almost ready Boiler Room guy taking shower We’ll festival ten minutes” repeat roughly seven different caller Tristan finally make appearance looking tired smiling “I think Skinny ran shopping mall buy pair Nikes” Upon arrival festival set inside Cape Town’s city hall immediately head food stall Sitting bench marvelling pale sandstone exterior building I’m drinking beer eating stirfried pork courtesy Lotus Food Trucks door front main stage Fantasma performing brand noisy raprock punkedelia whatever sound messy I’ve never understood Fantasma want achieve live setting stare Aero appears left giving wink snap finger “Happiness cost R50” say lifting bento box smile laugh walk Aero cool get closer look Fantasma Spoek dressed pastelneon overcoat find sound echoed layered beyond comprehension foot away friend dancing eye closed sidle next yell ear “I’ve waiting see guy million year venue beautiful” immediately wonder critical sound continues “…but fcking bad sound” Phew Finishing Fantasma turn away friend bid farewell “I recently discovered smoke rose petal mint instead tobacco” produce tin filled rolled cigarette “I lined THC oil made scratch Enjoy” pocket joint I’ll save rainy day downpour intensifying venture upstairs tail end Paul Waxon’s set far smooth making way medium hall wanting pen initial thought including “New addition festival mini market clothes jewellery merchandise” “Attendance diversity up” “There’s like 34 le white people year white people hate rain” Everyone seems balcony join cigarette Says one greying journalist another “It’s good see many people It’s lovely festival” take deep suck fag one eye drooped satisfaction “I’m excited here” head back DJ stage Thris laying beat thick Blackfoot Phoenix ready side deck floor pumping need one pair eye sidestep crowd merciless groover — suddenly I’m spun around face man woman holding onto ready best “thisismyeverything” pose Without focusing take shot smile turn away — straight Louis Pienaar keyboardist Bateleur Time smoke rose petal Passing food court upstairs bar last year’s DJ stage used space transformed strange umbrella installation I’m unsure whether umbrella purely decorative meant keep u dry either way they’re effective Back main stage friend Lentswe company Simphiwe Dana creates gravitational pull I’ve waiting stage presence strong transported elsewhere thrown course towards warmer drier planet stoned Jazz AfroSoul “new Miriam Makeba” “Firebrand” — sure she’s judging attitude dancing smiling admirer she’s little sister made big feel great see action see someone perceived 100 special deserving every bit Shane Cooper’s Card Spokes project delivers anaesthesiadipped beat sensitive world try might straight dope Shane’s musical chop shine that’s good thing blessed crowd take note good stride Things picking downstairs bar caught conversation friend Lentswe Siya Umlilo performing toss back shot tequila Next thing know I’m directing confusing photoshoot Siya fake meltdown “Never stop taking photo You’re terrible photographer I’m muse Let’s think original Jbjabkjadbva It’s late I’m ready go home there’s one act see Unfortunately Riky Rick missed flight somewhat trend year’s fest Thris covering — welcome change seeing many act lacked transition music set — playing small loyal crowd One last victory lap around venue say goodbye I’m exit hear Riky Rick’s arrival stage disheartened greeting “What’s Nu World Sorry I’m late There’s lot left but…” SATURDAY Slow thought sore throat banana check phone time missed call it’s ten morning word Aaron supposed continue chaperoning duty today assumed Aaron DJs would hungover wake time Turns right Foiled need rinse it’s time go surfing dial friend Later drive Muizenberg friend Sean note “The festival brings together great bunch people Everybody felt friendly forthcoming” Smaller crowd seem never felt trapped conversation important subject within festival often overlooked might snag act transition sound City Hall designed expand acoustic sound thus doesn’t play well electronics people attend festival truly appreciate sound make break everybody sun I’m feeling refreshed hope weather last night Native Young’s anthemic pop come bouncing corridor wait Sean get ticket Inside main hall infatuated fan hang frontman Yannick Meyer’s lip wardrobe treading line ’60s psychedelia local church nativity play band preaches afropop gospel giddy abandon crowd belief magic real Looking like cultabducted Kevin Parker dressed shiny headband fulllength dream coat Meyer wields kalimba like bible Closing “Kings” saxophone blare combined chant band “Kings universestanding foot earth” crowd barely touch ground Compared Friday night kind opener Nu World Fest deserves set head backstage catch word Yannick blocking path twenty odd American exchange student similar albeit loaded intention “They’re cool” one girl tell “I wanna tell awesome know Oh god way you’re cool” Stealthily fade background need break performance Zuko Collective starting soon want head upstairs Nearing DJ booth find foot suddenly performing Uturn seems still can’t get baby anywhere near Balkanology music think I’ll wonder around It’s halfway first Zuko Collective song Lead singer Nozuko Mapoma pierce concert hall heartwrenching wail thrashing cowbell think Bjork Johannesburg Behind see drummer bassist power duo they’re absolutely shredding think I’d watch two act Next I’m transfixed vision Thandiwe Khoza standing closest I’m taking photo think Sho beautiful Take step back suddenly realise isn’t singleminded band talented group creatives share Nozuko’s passion music provides lead heartfelt message song Zweli Mthembu’s clear influence carried main band last year’s standouts — Brother Moves — made fan I’m prowl looking hand sneakattack hug don’t always work cute I’d expect usual opportunity presented cannot look way Aware I’m possibly watched several people vicinity creep fellow photographer standing nearby… “WAAAAAA” “AAAAH JOHAN” “WAAAAAA” “NOOO WHY” “Hello taking photograph for” She’s Bateleur’s photographer We’re leaning stage chatting festival turnout yesterday’s awful sound also matter heart — there’s always time Nicolaas Van Reenen lead guitarist vocalist Bateleur walk past u onstage Jess photographer stare whispering name loud catch attention we’ll feel validated playful we’re ignored look stupid “I think look pretty stupid right now” Jess remark Bateleur today veteran played first World Music Festival back 2012 first show month opening note Odon Human’s trumpet I’m assured they’ve retained sense wonder Standing next Nate American Massachusetts say band “They sound like Sigur Ros quieter moment also hear…” pause thought handful band complete sentence venture Explosions Sky Nate agrees “Yeah man” smile “that’s totally is” Bateleur never attributed one sound see sum many part apply democratic approach writing process listener essentially presented six distinct personality pretending one person big coat Muppet Man Yup that’s right– Bateleur beautifully echoed stylishly executed Muppet Man It’s lovely back I’m Bateleur’s dressing room Louis Nic waiting others We’re sitting window ledge drinking wine smoking cigarette discussing celebrating show don’t think I’m supposed neither security guard Louis convinces otherwise share field reporting one thing heard sound bit “underwatery” Nic agrees saying lacked kick Altogether they’re pleased though soon we’re joined Ma’or lead festival organiser Thandi Zuko Collective praising Bateleur’s performance newfound excitement air head shake limb Bacardi House Spoek Vs Spoko They’re announced enter room classic DJ Spoko style beat drop full hihats fadeins Welcome friend You’ve reached inside FizzPop Don’t love band know utilise backup dancer present cue also dominate Dressed like ’80s Michael Jackson undertaker Kanda Bongo Man hailed king Kwassa Kwassa grace main stage ensemble dance style hip move back forth hand move follow hip I’m well fact everyone seems mutated kwassa goofball version Ducking quick beer run appears Mokoomba succeeded Kanda Bongo Man absence matching enthusiasm make easy crowd stick party sincere nod KBM open infectious highlife jam feeling they’re looking peak previous vibe moving new one Indeed abandoning instrument four men jump front perform impeccable boyband dance routine I’m seeing camera feel like MTV Base Music Awards shaping act household hero soon they’ve peaked stop u track yellow light fade soft blue It’s time “Masangango” thrilling spectral divergent delivered lead vocalist Mathias Muzaza dressed simple effective black white Slowly entrance crowd sacrificial hymn end drum kick light turn people whose eye closed open said like Aero Manyelo He’s got earnest vibe really resonates music mean set say stuff like “Okay I’m gonna count u gonna jump Okay gonna jump… gonna jump… gonna jump…” eventually concluded “Okay let’s jump Let’s jump” — it’s cheesy make like wouldn’t case played runofthemill “World Music” DJ selection might suspect doesn’t Aero Manyelo like name kak fresh enjoys play He’s blurring line festival end fact I’m caught limbo wondering I’ll dance every night rest week bos level diehard challenger Bowser’s castle we’re Mario ending princess another castle Maybe we’ll find next time gave number lot foreigner tonight promising update gig festival Cape Town like I’m suddenly involved music scene covering one festival true I’d feel comfortable saying festival still bit expensive need tighten info casual festival goer People still don’t know find way around act didn’t play supposed fine unless prior notice given Nobody like musician miss flight paid flight Last year’s sense tension lost vibe that’s time overly relaxed last year Lightbulb Sessions seem like afterthought — either scrap punt Surrender u Nu hey I’m guy needed ticket way downstairs Sean keen crash mine exit walk street towards car worn sweaty one hell good timeTags Music Review Festival

Pencil it in — Food, Art and Jousting

I love exploring. This passion has grown in me since I was a child; countless hours wandering coastlines, different tourist attractions or even going to the Kruger Park to get the ‘full African experience’ with the family. And then off-continent I went! This ‘bug’ is something I will instil in my children. But, as much I have done in life, I haven’t been able to do everything… yet! Here’s some of the must-do’s on my list. This month, Pencil It In is looking at some exciting festivals happening so you can build your world-wide travelling list. From music to the arts we try cater for all our readers — so let’s see whats happening across the planet this week. Texas Renaissance Festival Watching Cowboys (John Wayne — the baddest of them all!) and Indians when I was growing up made me want to visit Texas. This Texas festival isn’t quite the Wild West, but it’s definitely all about the old-school. Here’s something I never imaged ever happening in Texas, but something I know would be a ridiculously cool experience. With over half a million attendees over the whole festival, The Texas Renaissance Festival has really tried to select the best weather periods to allow for the festival goers to really become a part of the festival — without suffering needlessly. You’re encouraged to dress us and get in character while witnessing the amazing theatrics, jousting, archery, juggling — even the old (and slightly non-PC) game of ‘Drench-a-Wench’. The organisers of this festival go so far as to plant actors all over the festival to really bring the renaissance vibe to life — just in case you start loosing your character. I don’t know about you but I really feel like if you want to dress up and be someone else for the day then the cowboy of middle-ages England, the knight, would be a solid option. It might not be your cup of tea but why not be bold — like a knight -and do something new? If that doesn’t work, pull out your cowboy suit and run around shooting everyone. Everyone wins! Melbourne Festival I love Australia as a holiday destination, and next time I go I will be luckily enough to visit my family and my only brother. But now, after reading this, I’m considering going to the Melbourne festival instead… It’s an art festival like no other I have ever seen. It doesn’t focus on one genre (like the typical art fest) but rather on the arts as a whole. From dance to music, film, theatre and visual art Melbourne Festival has it all. For 2 and a half weeks Melbourne is transformed by local and international acts alike and is one of Australia’s most important cultural events on their yearly calendar. “Culture? Australia?”, you hear you wonder? Remember, this is the island that gave us Silverchair, Ruth Park and Simryn Gill — they have culture in spades — mate. If you not sold on it, watch this: https://youtu.be/WJDv6_xnkHY Alba International White truffle fair Even though I have never been to Italy it’s on my (and most other people’s) bucket list. As are truffles (if you can afford them or find them). Obviously this last event of the week is all over my radar. It’s the mother of all truffle festivals in Italy and its known that it’s not the most expensive which, with the current exchange rate situation, makes it perfect for any fine-dining aficionado. The pungent smell is everywhere while you stroll through the market looking at the various delicacies. However, it’s not just a market — there are cooking workshops, exhibitions, the ALBA truffle show and of course (my favourite), wine tastings. ‘If not, why not”, I always say, so why not go explore Italy with a little bit of a flavour? There you have it, my top three events happening all over the world for this week. If I’m honest, I’m more of a music festival junkie — but, at the same time, it’s the cultural stuff that really rounds a man out (especially the food ones!). It’s all part my exploring nature and trying something different — why not make it a part of yours? ‘Till next time!

https://medium.com/@EventerpriseAG/pencil-it-in-food-art-and-jousting-749b895dba24

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2016-05-29 20:08:14.285000+00:00

['Festival', 'Culture', 'Events']

Title Pencil — Food Art JoustingContent love exploring passion grown since child countless hour wandering coastline different tourist attraction even going Kruger Park get ‘full African experience’ family offcontinent went ‘bug’ something instil child much done life haven’t able everything… yet Here’s mustdo’s list month Pencil looking exciting festival happening build worldwide travelling list music art try cater reader — let’s see whats happening across planet week Texas Renaissance Festival Watching Cowboys John Wayne — baddest Indians growing made want visit Texas Texas festival isn’t quite Wild West it’s definitely oldschool Here’s something never imaged ever happening Texas something know would ridiculously cool experience half million attendee whole festival Texas Renaissance Festival really tried select best weather period allow festival goer really become part festival — without suffering needlessly You’re encouraged dress u get character witnessing amazing theatrics jousting archery juggling — even old slightly nonPC game ‘DrenchaWench’ organiser festival go far plant actor festival really bring renaissance vibe life — case start loosing character don’t know really feel like want dress someone else day cowboy middleages England knight would solid option might cup tea bold — like knight something new doesn’t work pull cowboy suit run around shooting everyone Everyone win Melbourne Festival love Australia holiday destination next time go luckily enough visit family brother reading I’m considering going Melbourne festival instead… It’s art festival like ever seen doesn’t focus one genre like typical art fest rather art whole dance music film theatre visual art Melbourne Festival 2 half week Melbourne transformed local international act alike one Australia’s important cultural event yearly calendar “Culture Australia” hear wonder Remember island gave u Silverchair Ruth Park Simryn Gill — culture spade — mate sold watch httpsyoutubeWJDv6xnkHY Alba International White truffle fair Even though never Italy it’s people’s bucket list truffle afford find Obviously last event week radar It’s mother truffle festival Italy known it’s expensive current exchange rate situation make perfect finedining aficionado pungent smell everywhere stroll market looking various delicacy However it’s market — cooking workshop exhibition ALBA truffle show course favourite wine tasting ‘If not” always say go explore Italy little bit flavour top three event happening world week I’m honest I’m music festival junkie — time it’s cultural stuff really round man especially food one It’s part exploring nature trying something different — make part ‘Till next timeTags Festival Culture Events

Looking back at Dour Festival: Radio United.

25 volunteers passionate about radio, 8 local radio stations/media labs, 8 stages to cover with more than 230 groups/acts in different genres. That was Radio United at Dour Festival. Never before has radio been so full of spirit, passion and endurance, because this year’s edition of Dour Festival was hot in every sense of the word. The 26th edition of Dour festival meant more than 135 000 tickets sold, 60 000 km in travels and temperatures rising up to 33° Celsius. The festival saw the light in 1989 and has since then evolved into one of the best medium-sized European alternative festivals. Dour basically covers anything from death methal, slash, hip hop, rock, and a great deal of electronic acts. Besides its wide variety of genres, being in Belgium, its location is within driving distance from France, Germany, Holland and the UK. Apart from a main stage, all other stages are fully decked tents with a capacity between 7000–9000 people. During the evening there are some gaps in the program here and there, which minimises those dreadful clashes. In all, a delicious recipe for a great festival. Still, it remains difficult to fully grasp this festival in just one visit. And if you’re not able to make it, there must be another way to enjoy it. This is where Radio United builds a bridge between the festival and the people. It dives into the vibrant pool of musical diversity and unique atmosphere and molds it into an audio-visual journey through radio, video and social media. Radio United is a co-operation of independent radio stations and medialabs, launched in 2012. Since then, it has been a strong radio presence covering the whole festival, with 10 hours of non stop live radio and video streaming a day, interviews, audio and video documentaries. Moreover, Radio United has been the only Flemish radio represented at this Walloon festival. Knowing that Belgium is politically and culturally divided in two, this fact is considerably significant. Hundreds of mails were sent to arrange interviews, material was gathered, meetings were held and a mobile studio was built. So after weeks of preparation, the Radio United crew arrived at Dour Festival. A cosy camp spot was created and the bonding over music could start, while sharing a bottle of water in moments with very high temperatures, or while putting on rubber boots and chatting under umbrellas during heavy rain fall. Every day started with dividing the tasks equally, ranging from presenting, radio production, live audio captations, preparing interview questions, interviewing, editing and adding that content to the daily shows. A quick visit to the press room before each interview had to ensure nothing had changed in order to continuously respect the agreements made with every artist, artist manager or label. Radio United covered a wide range of musical genres and interviewed a lot of local and international acts at any hour of the day and sometimes even exclusively. For one, Radio United got an exclusive interview with Claptone, spoke with Cid Rim at 1.30 AM, had a chat with Doctor P and stayed up until 4 AM for a session with Wilkinson. All this was done by the joined forces of 25 volunteers who each brought their own skills, juice and personality to the table. The daily activities were organised meticulously, with great consideration of the individual requests of each act and with a high level of mutual cooperation. After sometimes suffering through long hours, making deadlines and battling the forces of nature, the crew found the time to relax, enjoy a meal and a drink together and join the party with the other thousands of visitors. Inspiration comes when you least expect it, but when you put together 25 people who are all their for the same purpose and with the same passion, you see that inspiration being transformed into a admirable dedication, solidarity and inexhaustable drive for creating dazzling, sometimes unexpected results. It basically exhibits why the majority of people do anything: joy. In this case, it is joy times 25. And that was Radio United.

https://medium.com/@ClassyLassy_e/looking-back-at-dour-festival-radio-united-a7e491f9f68d

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2015-10-21 13:03:27.788000+00:00

['Radio', 'Festival']

Title Looking back Dour Festival Radio UnitedContent 25 volunteer passionate radio 8 local radio stationsmedia lab 8 stage cover 230 groupsacts different genre Radio United Dour Festival Never radio full spirit passion endurance year’s edition Dour Festival hot every sense word 26th edition Dour festival meant 135 000 ticket sold 60 000 km travel temperature rising 33° Celsius festival saw light 1989 since evolved one best mediumsized European alternative festival Dour basically cover anything death methal slash hip hop rock great deal electronic act Besides wide variety genre Belgium location within driving distance France Germany Holland UK Apart main stage stage fully decked tent capacity 7000–9000 people evening gap program minimises dreadful clash delicious recipe great festival Still remains difficult fully grasp festival one visit you’re able make must another way enjoy Radio United build bridge festival people dive vibrant pool musical diversity unique atmosphere mold audiovisual journey radio video social medium Radio United cooperation independent radio station medialabs launched 2012 Since strong radio presence covering whole festival 10 hour non stop live radio video streaming day interview audio video documentary Moreover Radio United Flemish radio represented Walloon festival Knowing Belgium politically culturally divided two fact considerably significant Hundreds mail sent arrange interview material gathered meeting held mobile studio built week preparation Radio United crew arrived Dour Festival cosy camp spot created bonding music could start sharing bottle water moment high temperature putting rubber boot chatting umbrella heavy rain fall Every day started dividing task equally ranging presenting radio production live audio captations preparing interview question interviewing editing adding content daily show quick visit press room interview ensure nothing changed order continuously respect agreement made every artist artist manager label Radio United covered wide range musical genre interviewed lot local international act hour day sometimes even exclusively one Radio United got exclusive interview Claptone spoke Cid Rim 130 chat Doctor P stayed 4 session Wilkinson done joined force 25 volunteer brought skill juice personality table daily activity organised meticulously great consideration individual request act high level mutual cooperation sometimes suffering long hour making deadline battling force nature crew found time relax enjoy meal drink together join party thousand visitor Inspiration come least expect put together 25 people purpose passion see inspiration transformed admirable dedication solidarity inexhaustable drive creating dazzling sometimes unexpected result basically exhibit majority people anything joy case joy time 25 Radio UnitedTags Radio Festival

Festival that can demolish the evil .

Festival that can demolish the evil . Festival that is most celebrated with warmth and happiness . Why cannot do something meaningful to portray those people who are not valued . Like the glimpse of words and gesture which last for a cobbler , as satisfaction , at days end . How does a rag- picker sees the world, where her little daughter can fit in . We don’t mean donation or sympathy here , we mean knowing us more . Latest trend dwell in startup . Why cannot we have the feedback round here , basically when engineers built a prototype for those who cannot afford alternative in market. We can have Theme based on pop up stores of make and create, show our human and plants centred ideation phase . Examples: Prosthetic and 3D based arm , or smart stick for old and quick learn books and screen for children who work and school dropouts . Engineering is for the humanity and by the humanity , to solve the problems we face everyday . Visitors can speak up their message , this get recorded . This is going to create the purest voice filled air ,where we think for others . Lease share your feedback . We need implementation at every level possible . We need the children to discover about their grandparents and write a journal . We need to Solve , we all need to . Subho Bijoya #Durgapuja #greetings

https://medium.com/@saheli/festival-that-can-demolish-the-evil-8da9aaf7caad

['Saheli Bishnu']

2015-10-23 15:31:17.200000+00:00

['Solve', 'Festival', 'Engineering']

Title Festival demolish evil Content Festival demolish evil Festival celebrated warmth happiness cannot something meaningful portray people valued Like glimpse word gesture last cobbler satisfaction day end rag picker see world little daughter fit don’t mean donation sympathy mean knowing u Latest trend dwell startup cannot feedback round basically engineer built prototype cannot afford alternative market Theme based pop store make create show human plant centred ideation phase Examples Prosthetic 3D based arm smart stick old quick learn book screen child work school dropout Engineering humanity humanity solve problem face everyday Visitors speak message get recorded going create purest voice filled air think others Lease share feedback need implementation every level possible need child discover grandparent write journal need Solve need Subho Bijoya Durgapuja greetingsTags Solve Festival Engineering

A Conversation with Hou Hsiao-Hsien — Director of ‘The Assassin’

At the New York Film Festival press screening, Hou Hsiao-Hsien spoke with Dennis Lim about his new film “The Assassin” for which he won Best Director at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival. Filmed on location in Japan and on set in Taiwan, “The Assassin” centers on the story of Yinniang, who, abducted at age 10, is now a Tang Dynasty assassin dedicated to the art of killing until memory transforms her course of action. The Story Hou Hsiao-Hsien: “There is a lot of information from the Tang Dynasty — tales, legends and novels. I first came across this story in college. I wanted to bring this realism into the film. The story is based on historical facts and then I fleshed out the characters. I wanted to do this film in the wuxia genre. I wanted to draw inspiration from Samurai movies from Japan as a long tradition of this martial arts practice that would be more in line of how I see the wuxia genre; it should be based on the realistic depiction of human capacity.” Working with Actors Hou Hsiao-Hsien : “I work with actors and actresses I have worked with together before; they know my style and how I work on set. They will know the script and know the mood I want to create. There is no rehearsal. They come to the set prepared. They know what the scene is about. I have to set up the lights and camera, and I set up the dolly and tracks, and then I ask them to go onto the set I created for them. Hopefully they will be inspired by this mise-en-scène, and the location. The actors immerse themselves and embody the characters. Things happen naturally. Sometimes they do take after take, and when they get too comfortable, they get mechanical and unnatural. I want to somehow change the scene for them, to really act. The long takes go with that particular way of directing.” The Dagger and Action Sequences Hou Hsiao-Hsien explained how the main character Yinniang has a strategic advantage, using the short dagger; it allows her to swiftly outmaneuver her opponents’ unwieldly swords. Hou Hsiao-Hsien: “To utilize such a short dagger, timing is so important. That burst of action. That’s how I design action sequences. These actors are not trained in martial arts. There was a lot of training. What I did was divide all the action sequences into small fragments one at a time, and they (the actors) have to complete it in that short fragment. Still, it takes a long time — to find their weapons, they get injured, they have to rest, and if they shoot the scene over and over, we have to change location. It’s time-consuming and painstaking.” Jiaxin, the princess-turned-nun and Yinniang’s abductor, criticizes Yinniang for not following through with an assassination: “Your skill is matchless, but your mind is hostage to human sentiments.” “Your heart lacks resolve.” These two lines are at the heart of the conflict found in Yinniang’s journey in this intimate and powerful wuxia drama. Award-winning screenwriter and filmmaker, Susan Kouguell teaches screenwriting at Purchase College SUNY, and presents international seminars on screenwriting and film. Author of SAVVY CHARACTERS SELL SCREENPLAYS! and THE SAVVY SCREENWRITER, she is chairperson of Su-City Pictures East, LLC, a consulting company founded in 1990 where she works with writers, filmmakers, and executives worldwide. www.su-city-pictures.com, http://su-city-pictures.com/wpblog

https://blogs.sydneysbuzz.com/a-conversation-with-hou-hsiao-hsien-director-of-the-assassin-90462fec5098

['Sydney Levine']

2016-09-29 18:24:04.924000+00:00

['Festivals', 'International Film']

Title Conversation Hou HsiaoHsien — Director ‘The Assassin’Content New York Film Festival press screening Hou HsiaoHsien spoke Dennis Lim new film “The Assassin” Best Director 2015 Cannes Film Festival Filmed location Japan set Taiwan “The Assassin” center story Yinniang abducted age 10 Tang Dynasty assassin dedicated art killing memory transforms course action Story Hou HsiaoHsien “There lot information Tang Dynasty — tale legend novel first came across story college wanted bring realism film story based historical fact fleshed character wanted film wuxia genre wanted draw inspiration Samurai movie Japan long tradition martial art practice would line see wuxia genre based realistic depiction human capacity” Working Actors Hou HsiaoHsien “I work actor actress worked together know style work set know script know mood want create rehearsal come set prepared know scene set light camera set dolly track ask go onto set created Hopefully inspired miseenscène location actor immerse embody character Things happen naturally Sometimes take take get comfortable get mechanical unnatural want somehow change scene really act long take go particular way directing” Dagger Action Sequences Hou HsiaoHsien explained main character Yinniang strategic advantage using short dagger allows swiftly outmaneuver opponents’ unwieldly sword Hou HsiaoHsien “To utilize short dagger timing important burst action That’s design action sequence actor trained martial art lot training divide action sequence small fragment one time actor complete short fragment Still take long time — find weapon get injured rest shoot scene change location It’s timeconsuming painstaking” Jiaxin princessturnednun Yinniang’s abductor criticizes Yinniang following assassination “Your skill matchless mind hostage human sentiments” “Your heart lack resolve” two line heart conflict found Yinniang’s journey intimate powerful wuxia drama Awardwinning screenwriter filmmaker Susan Kouguell teach screenwriting Purchase College SUNY present international seminar screenwriting film Author SAVVY CHARACTERS SELL SCREENPLAYS SAVVY SCREENWRITER chairperson SuCity Pictures East LLC consulting company founded 1990 work writer filmmaker executive worldwide wwwsucitypicturescom httpsucitypicturescomwpblogTags Festivals International Film

My Circle of Light

I’ve recently been attending here in Moscow the 5th edition of the Circle of Light Festival. The concept is pretty simple, amazing buildings squares places animated in light shows created by different artists from all over the world. The result is fantastically impressive. My favorite place to attend this festival was the Bolshoi Theater in the very city center. The building in itself, stunning by day, becomes a real wonder during this festival. Getting out of the metro station, taking the good exit of course (here I was lucky enough to be guided to that one), I suddenly face a totally different square and building than the one I knew. People all around crowding the place to enjoy a show of magical lights lighting up the theatre. I was now in a fairy Moscow. From my favorite very ‘Bolshoi Like’ traditional theme playing Tchaikovsky and screening some ballerinas to the most futuristic theme inviting a spaceship to crash the building on a techno/deep house music background, or Historical theme going over some part of Russian past. Even a vibrating ‘Galaxy Bolshoi S6’ for commercials. Unrealistic but true, nobody took the call. I also liked a lot all the foreign projects invited to participle to the festival and their creative ideas on how to mix their culture and the local one, very colorful ‘Mexico’ and ‘India’. I so much loved it that I was ready to watch it a second time in a row, if it wasn’t the cold.

https://medium.com/@geoffroypetit/my-circle-of-light-1250e565d426

['Geoffroy Petit']

2015-10-21 10:09:05.579000+00:00

['Moscow', 'Travel', 'Festival']

Title Circle LightContent I’ve recently attending Moscow 5th edition Circle Light Festival concept pretty simple amazing building square place animated light show created different artist world result fantastically impressive favorite place attend festival Bolshoi Theater city center building stunning day becomes real wonder festival Getting metro station taking good exit course lucky enough guided one suddenly face totally different square building one knew People around crowding place enjoy show magical light lighting theatre fairy Moscow favorite ‘Bolshoi Like’ traditional theme playing Tchaikovsky screening ballerina futuristic theme inviting spaceship crash building technodeep house music background Historical theme going part Russian past Even vibrating ‘Galaxy Bolshoi S6’ commercial Unrealistic true nobody took call also liked lot foreign project invited participle festival creative idea mix culture local one colorful ‘Mexico’ ‘India’ much loved ready watch second time row wasn’t coldTags Moscow Travel Festival

LatinoBuzz: 1st Central American International Film Fest to Launch in L.A. This November

Central American International FilmFestival (CAIFF) , the West Coast’s first festival to showcase works from the movement emerging among isthmus-based and emigré Central American filmmakers, has announced its launch this November 13–15th, 2015 at the University of Southern California. All the presentations will be open to the public for free. The Festival will bring the best cutting-edge and modern Central American films to greater metropolitan Los Angeles, home to the largest number of Central American immigrants in the US and the greatest number of Salvadoran refugees and emigrés in the world. It will also take its annual event on a rotating basis to Central America. Founded by film professionals from El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala and headquartered in the El Salvador Community Corridor — the first such public space established by any Central American immigrant group in the USA, and strategically located in the heart of Hollywood — Central American International Film Festival stands poised to become a key player in forging an innovative industry with Central American roots and international scope, creating new opportunities for its people through the art of cinema. The festival aims to be a living symbol of awakening for a community whose film expression will enrich Los Angeles’ cultural life, with works in all genres by young and established filmmakers targeted to its own constituencies as well as to international and industry audiences. The Central American International Film Festival will also includes works by filmmakers from a different guest country every year. This year’s guest country is Mexico. The first titles confirmed for this year’s edition are the opening night gala film “Cuatro Puntos Cardinales” by Javier Kafie (El Salvador). Red Carpet at 6pm followed by the screening. “Cuatro Puntos Cardinales” (Four Cardinal Points) Trailer Synopsis: “Four Cardinal Points” brings together four inspiring stories from North, South, East and West El Salvador. With a soft poetic veil, these stories portray a rich cultural, ecological and social diversity, showing a viewpoint of the country that distances itself from the accounts of violence that prevail in the Central American region. The closing film will be the West Coast Premiere of the much anticipated “Malacrianza,” from Berlin alumnus and internationally acclaimed Salvadorian writer-director Arturo Menéndez. Closing night will be on Sunday November 15th. “Malacrianza” (The Crow’s Nest) Trailer Don Cleo, a humble seller of Piñatas, who lives in a little town in El Salvador; arrives at home after a long day of work to find an extortion letter at his door steps. That letter tells him that if he doesn’t pay $500 in 72 hours, a small fortune for him, he will be killed. He quickly decides to raise that money whatever way possible with friends, and acquaintances. However, after various attempts and finding himself further into trouble, he decides to confront his perpetrators. This desperate decision leads him to devastating results. Among other notable events, there will be a retrospective of the work by Canadian-Salvadorian filmmaker Patricia Chica, followed by an in-depth Q & A with her hosted by Sandra Chavarria, who recently won the Triumph Award for Best female TV host. Saturday November 14th Take a look at the event page HERE Patricia Chica’s promo video: HERE Guatemalan actor Erick Chavarria will be sharing the secrets of his success and acting tips during a Q & A session on Sunday November 15th Take a look at the event page: HERE The CAIFF was founded by Oscar Dominguez of the Salvadorian Corridor, screenwriterJuan Carlos Bojorquez is the festival co-founder and director, head of programming is Academy Award-winner André Guttfreund, head of technical support is Adonai Interiano, head of hospitality is Patricia C. Ovando, and the general planner is Mario Anaya assisted by Erick Chavarria. You can visit the festival’s official Facebook page HERE

https://blogs.sydneysbuzz.com/latinobuzz-1st-central-american-international-film-fest-to-launch-in-l-a-this-november-9236310ea842

['Sydney Levine']

2016-09-29 18:24:04.950000+00:00

['Festivals', 'International Film']

Title LatinoBuzz 1st Central American International Film Fest Launch LA NovemberContent Central American International FilmFestival CAIFF West Coast’s first festival showcase work movement emerging among isthmusbased emigré Central American filmmaker announced launch November 13–15th 2015 University Southern California presentation open public free Festival bring best cuttingedge modern Central American film greater metropolitan Los Angeles home largest number Central American immigrant US greatest number Salvadoran refugee emigrés world also take annual event rotating basis Central America Founded film professional El Salvador Honduras Guatemala headquartered El Salvador Community Corridor — first public space established Central American immigrant group USA strategically located heart Hollywood — Central American International Film Festival stand poised become key player forging innovative industry Central American root international scope creating new opportunity people art cinema festival aim living symbol awakening community whose film expression enrich Los Angeles’ cultural life work genre young established filmmaker targeted constituency well international industry audience Central American International Film Festival also includes work filmmaker different guest country every year year’s guest country Mexico first title confirmed year’s edition opening night gala film “Cuatro Puntos Cardinales” Javier Kafie El Salvador Red Carpet 6pm followed screening “Cuatro Puntos Cardinales” Four Cardinal Points Trailer Synopsis “Four Cardinal Points” brings together four inspiring story North South East West El Salvador soft poetic veil story portray rich cultural ecological social diversity showing viewpoint country distance account violence prevail Central American region closing film West Coast Premiere much anticipated “Malacrianza” Berlin alumnus internationally acclaimed Salvadorian writerdirector Arturo Menéndez Closing night Sunday November 15th “Malacrianza” Crow’s Nest Trailer Cleo humble seller Piñatas life little town El Salvador arrives home long day work find extortion letter door step letter tell doesn’t pay 500 72 hour small fortune killed quickly decides raise money whatever way possible friend acquaintance However various attempt finding trouble decides confront perpetrator desperate decision lead devastating result Among notable event retrospective work CanadianSalvadorian filmmaker Patricia Chica followed indepth Q hosted Sandra Chavarria recently Triumph Award Best female TV host Saturday November 14th Take look event page Patricia Chica’s promo video Guatemalan actor Erick Chavarria sharing secret success acting tip Q session Sunday November 15th Take look event page CAIFF founded Oscar Dominguez Salvadorian Corridor screenwriterJuan Carlos Bojorquez festival cofounder director head programming Academy Awardwinner André Guttfreund head technical support Adonai Interiano head hospitality Patricia C Ovando general planner Mario Anaya assisted Erick Chavarria visit festival’s official Facebook page HERETags Festivals International Film

Asian World Film Festival Announces Additional Films Out of Competition and Special Screenings (Exclusive)

The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF) has added 11 films to their Special Screenings and non-competitive lineup, with “Piku” (India) as the Festival’s “Centerpiece Screening”, presented by Pelican Executive Suites. Running from October 26 — November 2, 2015 in Culver City and Westwood, California, the Festival features select foreign language films from the 50 eligible countries in the Asian World region, including films that have been officially submitted as their country’s Oscar® and Golden Globe considerations. South Korea’s “The Shameless” will officially open the Festival with Taiwan’s official Oscar® submission, “The Assassin,” by master filmmaker as the official closing night film on November 2nd. The 11 films include [in alphabetical order by country]: “Let Pan” (Myanmar), “Road to the Sky” (China), “My Voice, My Life” (Hong Kong), “Piku”(India), “Theeb” (Jordan’s Official Oscar Entry), “Under Heaven” (Kyrgyzstan), “The Thief of the Mind” (Mongolia), “Kid Kulafu” (Philippines), “Steppe Games”(Republic of Burtya, Russia), “4 O’Clock at Paradise” (Syria), and “From A to B” (United Arab Emirates). “In every Festival that I have organized, the Special Screenings Category has a unique place in my heart because it is the one that reflects the spirit of the program over all. It is eclectic, it is a journey of discovery, and does not have the pressure of the Competition Category. Each one these movies has a different cinematic language, feel, mood, emotions. “Theeb” from Jordan is a beautiful coming of age movie set during the Ottoman Empire. “Kid Kulafu” (Philippines) is the amazing inspirational story of Emmanuel ‘Manny’ Pacquiao from his humble beginning as a street kid to become one of the greatest boxers of all time. “4 O’Clock at Paradise” (Syria) is a heart wrenching drama set in today’s war torn Damascus where several characters come in and out from each other’s daily lives and where you literally live between ‘life and death,’ just to name but few,” said Executive Director of Festival and Programming, Georges Chamchoum. The Festival was created by “Heavenly Nomadic’s” producer Sadyk Sher-Niyaz in order to bring the best of a broad selection of Asian World cinema to Los Angeles, drawing greater recognition to the region’s wealth of filmmakers and strengthening ties between the Asian and Hollywood film industries. All films that participate in the Festival will have a unique chance to be guided through the challenging awards season, showcasing their foreign films to the Academy, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and all Guilds for enhanced exposure, media attention and awards consideration. Following the Opening Night Red Carpet Awards Gala and Opening Night Film, the Festival features seven days of films at ArcLight Cinemas in downtown Culver City and the luxury iPic Theaters in Westwood. As previously announced, the 16 films in competition include:[in alphabetical order by country]: “Utopia” (Afghanistan), “Jalal’s Story” (Bangladesh), “The Last Reel” (Cambodia), “12 Citizens” (China), “Moira” (Georgia), “Court” (India), “Memories on Stone” (Iraq), “100 Yen Love” (Japan), “Heavenly Nomadic” (Kyrgyzstan), “Void” (Lebanon), “Talakjung vs Tulke” (Nepal), “The Wanted 18” (Palestine), “How to Win at Checkers (Every Time)” (Thailand), “Sivas” (Turkey), “Jackpot” (Vietnam) and “Unsolved Love” (Yakutia, Sakha Republic). Throughout the week there will also be expert panels on subjects such as Film Financing and Distribution, PR, Marketing and Awards Campaigns and Cross Cultural Collaborations in the Festival’s Filmmaker Lounge located at the Culver Hotel. For more information you can visit the official site HERE

https://blogs.sydneysbuzz.com/asian-world-film-festival-announces-additional-films-out-of-competition-and-special-screenings-350457c265a9

['Sydney Levine']

2016-09-29 18:25:07.400000+00:00

['Festivals', 'Asian', 'Asian Cinema', 'International Film']

Title Asian World Film Festival Announces Additional Films Competition Special Screenings ExclusiveContent Asian World Film Festival AWFF added 11 film Special Screenings noncompetitive lineup “Piku” India Festival’s “Centerpiece Screening” presented Pelican Executive Suites Running October 26 — November 2 2015 Culver City Westwood California Festival feature select foreign language film 50 eligible country Asian World region including film officially submitted country’s Oscar® Golden Globe consideration South Korea’s “The Shameless” officially open Festival Taiwan’s official Oscar® submission “The Assassin” master filmmaker official closing night film November 2nd 11 film include alphabetical order country “Let Pan” Myanmar “Road Sky” China “My Voice Life” Hong Kong “Piku”India “Theeb” Jordan’s Official Oscar Entry “Under Heaven” Kyrgyzstan “The Thief Mind” Mongolia “Kid Kulafu” Philippines “Steppe Games”Republic Burtya Russia “4 O’Clock Paradise” Syria “From B” United Arab Emirates “In every Festival organized Special Screenings Category unique place heart one reflects spirit program eclectic journey discovery pressure Competition Category one movie different cinematic language feel mood emotion “Theeb” Jordan beautiful coming age movie set Ottoman Empire “Kid Kulafu” Philippines amazing inspirational story Emmanuel ‘Manny’ Pacquiao humble beginning street kid become one greatest boxer time “4 O’Clock Paradise” Syria heart wrenching drama set today’s war torn Damascus several character come other’s daily life literally live ‘life death’ name few” said Executive Director Festival Programming Georges Chamchoum Festival created “Heavenly Nomadic’s” producer Sadyk SherNiyaz order bring best broad selection Asian World cinema Los Angeles drawing greater recognition region’s wealth filmmaker strengthening tie Asian Hollywood film industry film participate Festival unique chance guided challenging award season showcasing foreign film Academy Hollywood Foreign Press Association Guilds enhanced exposure medium attention award consideration Following Opening Night Red Carpet Awards Gala Opening Night Film Festival feature seven day film ArcLight Cinemas downtown Culver City luxury iPic Theaters Westwood previously announced 16 film competition includein alphabetical order country “Utopia” Afghanistan “Jalal’s Story” Bangladesh “The Last Reel” Cambodia “12 Citizens” China “Moira” Georgia “Court” India “Memories Stone” Iraq “100 Yen Love” Japan “Heavenly Nomadic” Kyrgyzstan “Void” Lebanon “Talakjung v Tulke” Nepal “The Wanted 18” Palestine “How Win Checkers Every Time” Thailand “Sivas” Turkey “Jackpot” Vietnam “Unsolved Love” Yakutia Sakha Republic Throughout week also expert panel subject Film Financing Distribution PR Marketing Awards Campaigns Cross Cultural Collaborations Festival’s Filmmaker Lounge located Culver Hotel information visit official site HERETags Festivals Asian Asian Cinema International Film

Beware the barrenness of a busy life.

Beware the barrenness of a busy life. We are born in a country of festivals where birthdays and death anniversaries bear more significance that the life-story. The day marks the beginning of a Hindu New year and the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya. But who cares about that ! Now is the time when media is flooded with discussions on ‘Ram was a bad husband’ or ‘Ram bears no significance in the 21st century’ and even ‘Indian gods are all killers and war maniacs’. Surely whatever the truth is, Ramayana and Mahabharatha can be counted as World’s best sellers (Fiction) with global reach to billions. You might not be able to feel the Diwali but surely you can hear and smell this season of smoke and noise. We are in the times when economies all around the globe are in downfall and some nations are fighting for their sustainable existence. And surely India too. A nation whom the world recognizes as a land of elephants, snake charmers and poverty. But this is the magical day which has often proved all the economists wrong. Before 10–15 years, Diwali celebrations comprised of getting your house cleaned and whitewashed before Diwali, buying new clothes, enjoying sweets, meeting friends and lightening clay diyas.Whitewashing has given way to choosing from a plethora of expensive paints for your house. Branded clothes have replaced new clothes and electronic decoration has dethroned the traditional diyas and candles. Wherever they are used, it is their modern avatars- artistically shaped diyas, Chinese lanterns and aromatic candles. Sweets are being gradually replaced by chocolates and cupcakes (those gold foil covered Swiss chocolates or better to say ‘Bilayati Laddoo’ which a traditional Indian will attempt to eat without even removing the wrap) and people have little time and patience to meet friends and relative, let alone the neighbors. Diwali isn’t what it used to be. It’s not just that India’s festival of lights but should now be more appropriately called as the Festival of Chinese lights because china’s where they all come from. Essence is there, but the flavors have changed, drastically. Dhanteras, which falls 2 days before Diwali, was earlier believed to be a day of Yam, the god of death, is worshiped for protection from untimely death. Some consider it auspicious to buy precious metals like gold or silver on Dhanteras for good luck. Now it’s more about a day to buy sleek I-pods, shiny new laptops, Smartphones, tablets and much more. It’s not a festival which India used to celebrate out of faith. It was more serene, more pious. But now, it’s commercialized. It’s more of a show. Now it’s the official day and opportunity to show-off, prove others the purchasing power and social status is better than others. What’s more to say about crackers and fireworks, they are loud enough to confuse people if it was a cracker or some terrorist attack. All the discussions lead us to one thing, especially counting the urban youth count and educated internet savvy India that whatever the mainstream thinks can be changed and its just the way we celebrate has changed.

https://medium.com/@saurabhpareek/beware-the-barrenness-of-a-busy-life-9302c104d802

['Saurabh Pareek']

2015-10-16 08:54:43.437000+00:00

['Diwali', 'Festival', 'India']

Title Beware barrenness busy lifeContent Beware barrenness busy life born country festival birthday death anniversary bear significance lifestory day mark beginning Hindu New year return Lord Ram Ayodhya care time medium flooded discussion ‘Ram bad husband’ ‘Ram bear significance 21st century’ even ‘Indian god killer war maniacs’ Surely whatever truth Ramayana Mahabharatha counted World’s best seller Fiction global reach billion might able feel Diwali surely hear smell season smoke noise time economy around globe downfall nation fighting sustainable existence surely India nation world recognizes land elephant snake charmer poverty magical day often proved economist wrong 10–15 year Diwali celebration comprised getting house cleaned whitewashed Diwali buying new clothes enjoying sweet meeting friend lightening clay diyasWhitewashing given way choosing plethora expensive paint house Branded clothes replaced new clothes electronic decoration dethroned traditional diyas candle Wherever used modern avatar artistically shaped diyas Chinese lantern aromatic candle Sweets gradually replaced chocolate cupcake gold foil covered Swiss chocolate better say ‘Bilayati Laddoo’ traditional Indian attempt eat without even removing wrap people little time patience meet friend relative let alone neighbor Diwali isn’t used It’s India’s festival light appropriately called Festival Chinese light china’s come Essence flavor changed drastically Dhanteras fall 2 day Diwali earlier believed day Yam god death worshiped protection untimely death consider auspicious buy precious metal like gold silver Dhanteras good luck it’s day buy sleek Ipods shiny new laptop Smartphones tablet much It’s festival India used celebrate faith serene pious it’s commercialized It’s show it’s official day opportunity showoff prove others purchasing power social status better others What’s say cracker firework loud enough confuse people cracker terrorist attack discussion lead u one thing especially counting urban youth count educated internet savvy India whatever mainstream think changed way celebrate changedTags Diwali Festival India

1988 RV: A Filmmaker’s #TinyHome Remodel

Last November I found this Avion 34' (Airstream-esque) travel trailer on Craigslist for $3,300. I was in Houston and couldn’t pick it up, but my buddies Hunter and Brandon took the reigns and not only did they go pick it up but also talked him down to $2,200 + a new AC, porcelain toilet and left over remodeling supplies from the previous owner’s attempt to do it himself. Brandon’s Denali HD 2500 pulling the RV from Conway, AR to North Little Rock, AR To give you some background, my buddy Hunter owns his own business called “Hunters Fix-it-All.” Before I pulled the trigger on the purchase, we had been discussing our plan of attack. We agreed to a time frame of about a month and $5,000 in labor costs… and man was that an undershot of the time it took to get this thing into shape. It ended up actually taking about 6 to 8 months and $9,000 in labor cost. Also, a huge thanks to Hunter’s wife, Olivia, who was so kind to let us park it outside their house so he could have access to his tools and shop right outside their garage. Avion nestled tightly in Hunters drive-way. *NOTICE the difficulty of its parking and it where it is in relation to the house. Another look at the parked RV during renovation. The RV was a great shell but that’s about all it was. You’ll see from some of the initial photos we had to completely rebuild the back part of the RV’s sub floor. We had to pull out the stationary tanks that hold all the drinking, gray and black water. (FYI, for those of you who don’t know what that means: drinking water is your drinking water, obviously; gray water is your shower water and leftover sink water; and black water is your toilet water) You can see a lot of the electrical lines hanging everywhere that had to be made into some sort of light fixture, plug in or hid in some way. The only parts of the RV that we kept were the cabinets w/o the doors and the windows. Everything else was custom designed to fit the small home look we were going for. RV shell. The very beginnings. *FYI* the ‘Avion’s’ build is actually superior to that of its competitor, the Airstream. Not only are the walls fully insulated with THICK insulating foam but the floors are made up of two sheets of plywood that sandwich 3/16" polystyrene standard foam sheet. Needless to say, this thing is built to last. Unlike your standard box-y RV, an Avion/Airstream & its aerodynamic attributes allow it to haul down the road and across the country. In the pictures below you can see Hunter sealing the pipes and then adding additional insulation to their build. As if the RV’s build wasn’t robust enough… Hunter was sure to take it up a notch throughout the remodel.

https://medium.com/@baileyeubanks/1988-avion-a-filmmakers-tinyhome-remodel-314530731b5d

['Bailey Eubanks']

2018-07-25 14:33:37.405000+00:00

['Tiny House', 'Outdoors', 'Travel', 'Adventure', 'Festivals']

Title 1988 RV Filmmaker’s TinyHome RemodelContent Last November found Avion 34 Airstreamesque travel trailer Craigslist 3300 Houston couldn’t pick buddy Hunter Brandon took reign go pick also talked 2200 new AC porcelain toilet left remodeling supply previous owner’s attempt Brandon’s Denali HD 2500 pulling RV Conway AR North Little Rock AR give background buddy Hunter owns business called “Hunters FixitAll” pulled trigger purchase discussing plan attack agreed time frame month 5000 labor costs… man undershot time took get thing shape ended actually taking 6 8 month 9000 labor cost Also huge thanks Hunter’s wife Olivia kind let u park outside house could access tool shop right outside garage Avion nestled tightly Hunters driveway NOTICE difficulty parking relation house Another look parked RV renovation RV great shell that’s You’ll see initial photo completely rebuild back part RV’s sub floor pull stationary tank hold drinking gray black water FYI don’t know mean drinking water drinking water obviously gray water shower water leftover sink water black water toilet water see lot electrical line hanging everywhere made sort light fixture plug hid way part RV kept cabinet wo door window Everything else custom designed fit small home look going RV shell beginning FYI ‘Avion’s’ build actually superior competitor Airstream wall fully insulated THICK insulating foam floor made two sheet plywood sandwich 316 polystyrene standard foam sheet Needless say thing built last Unlike standard boxy RV AvionAirstream aerodynamic attribute allow haul road across country picture see Hunter sealing pipe adding additional insulation build RV’s build wasn’t robust enough… Hunter sure take notch throughout remodelTags Tiny House Outdoors Travel Adventure Festivals

How to get most out of your Inventory Management Process

How to get most out of your Inventory Management Process Inventory is often the largest asset on the balance sheet of your company, and your inventory management can have a significant impact on the bottom line of your organisation. Obviously, organizations are taking a lot of attention to the inventory management process in a challenging market to make some extra profit. It is important to have effective inventory management to meet customer demand and avoid discontent. The wrong retail inventory management strategy increases carrying costs and makes it impossible to stay competitive. There are some traders who are still using endless spreadsheets and paperwork for tracking their inventory levels. But with companies growing and order quantities growing, inventory control can start to become very difficult with the use of these methods. One of the simplest ways of addressing this problem is viable inventory management systems. However, only one part of the equation lies in investment in this technology. They must work together in order to keep your store fully under control with streamlined and effective warehouse processes. Here we discuss few ways to make most out of your Inventory management processes: Create clear product labels In each of your products, the product number, quantity, basic description and vendor’s name must be clearly indicated on each label in your inventory. Labelling simplifies the identification of the product. It makes tracking easier because you can always know the exact quantity of the box. You can also use bar codes rather than labels. Use Barcode Scanners However, your staff should immediately record incoming goods, especially when sales volumes are high and if your goods look like one another, this runs the inherent risk of injecting errors due to manual entry into your inventory systems. Barcode Scanners could be helpful to reduce such errors. Use this technology fully to receive and send deliveries smoothly and to make inventory counts. Scanning bypasses manual errors and works much more quickly than type or write individual counts. Maintain reasonable inventory levels Take care of your stock level in order that slow movements or the purchase of your best sellers do not go far enough. Even if inventory management systems are crucial here, they must work in real time to ensure that the movement of goods from the warehouse must be recorded immediately. You must also keep track of your reports to ensure that only your bestsellers are stocked and your worst sellers are removed. Carry out regular inventory counts To help improve your inventory control and reduce discrepancies within the warehouse, perform inventory counts regularly. However, it is not always necessary to perform a complete inventory count of your warehouse. You should rather divide your products into more focused product lists in cycle counts. Consider the best automated solution There are many technologies around you that allow you to keep up with your inventory control using reliable inventory management systems or using automated Inventory management system with barcode scanners. Although several companies pretend to support all kinds of businesses, we know that processes can vary significantly between industries and businesses. For example, e-commerce companies usually have smaller orders and higher rates of returns, and they use a number of carriers. Our advice would therefore always be to make sure, instead of “one size fits all,” that you invest in technologies which have been designed and built for your particular industry. Apexdroid ERP integrates all core process that needed to grow a company :- Accounting, Finance, Payroll, Manufacturing, SCM, Procurement, CRM and others.Try Now: https://www.apexdroid.com

https://medium.com/@apexdroid/how-to-get-most-out-of-your-inventory-management-process-844ae6faa70d

['Apexdroid Erp']

2020-12-24 06:29:28.743000+00:00

['Erp Software', 'CRM', 'Payroll', 'Accounting']

Title get Inventory Management ProcessContent get Inventory Management Process Inventory often largest asset balance sheet company inventory management significant impact bottom line organisation Obviously organization taking lot attention inventory management process challenging market make extra profit important effective inventory management meet customer demand avoid discontent wrong retail inventory management strategy increase carrying cost make impossible stay competitive trader still using endless spreadsheet paperwork tracking inventory level company growing order quantity growing inventory control start become difficult use method One simplest way addressing problem viable inventory management system However one part equation lie investment technology must work together order keep store fully control streamlined effective warehouse process discus way make Inventory management process Create clear product label product product number quantity basic description vendor’s name must clearly indicated label inventory Labelling simplifies identification product make tracking easier always know exact quantity box also use bar code rather label Use Barcode Scanners However staff immediately record incoming good especially sale volume high good look like one another run inherent risk injecting error due manual entry inventory system Barcode Scanners could helpful reduce error Use technology fully receive send delivery smoothly make inventory count Scanning bypass manual error work much quickly type write individual count Maintain reasonable inventory level Take care stock level order slow movement purchase best seller go far enough Even inventory management system crucial must work real time ensure movement good warehouse must recorded immediately must also keep track report ensure bestseller stocked worst seller removed Carry regular inventory count help improve inventory control reduce discrepancy within warehouse perform inventory count regularly However always necessary perform complete inventory count warehouse rather divide product focused product list cycle count Consider best automated solution many technology around allow keep inventory control using reliable inventory management system using automated Inventory management system barcode scanner Although several company pretend support kind business know process vary significantly industry business example ecommerce company usually smaller order higher rate return use number carrier advice would therefore always make sure instead “one size fit all” invest technology designed built particular industry Apexdroid ERP integrates core process needed grow company Accounting Finance Payroll Manufacturing SCM Procurement CRM othersTry httpswwwapexdroidcomTags Erp Software CRM Payroll Accounting

Why ERP should have AP automation

Accounts payable (AP) is an challenging process to deal due to its conventional paper-based approach which increases the error rate. So AP automation in an ERP can be seen as an relief. Conditions are changing in today’s business world and with market disruptions, companies have started to recognize the benefits of extending the functionality of their ERP by integrating other solutions that focus on specific areas such as payroll, T&E, tax and accounts payable. Accounting systems in ERPs are essential to optimize accounting and financial operations. It remains your core system of record and centralized source of information across all functions within the finance organization. With accounts payable automation, it can provide a significant cost savings for a company beyond the expected savings from eliminating manual tasks. Here we discuss why ERP must have Accounts payable automation: Minimize wasted time AP Automation saves a great amount of time from a manual paper-based approach and does entire work in much less time. You can receive now invoices directly into your system to process them faster and reduce inquiries from suppliers by providing payment status as a self-service. Simplify operations It simplifies the entire operations of account payable and reduces transactional costs and eliminates routine tasks by optimizing invoice processing for both indirect and direct procurement that also maximizes early payment discounts capture. Go Touchless AP Automation provides a digital workflow to manage steps previously handled by an AP staff member. It makes possible for organisations to touchlessly process invoices without any human intervention. You can upload digitally the invoices and later it will be processed accordingly. Increase payment speeds With AP automation, you can speed up your payments as it allows you to automatically code and distribute invoices to the right person for approval based on your company’s chart of accounts, business rules and approval hierarchy that are pre-configured in the system. Provides Transparency With a traceable approval process that allows the invoice to be processed for payment with designated authorizers indicating approval and decreasing the chances of fraud to occur. It gives management and AP staff unprecedented visibility and reporting capabilities into the flow of invoices and transactions across the company. Accounts payable automation if done right improves the productivity of the enterprise and helps to have more valuable supplier relationships, and supports company growth and business agility. So it is required to have an ERP with the AP automation. Apexdroid ERP integrates all core process that needed to grow a company :- Accounting, Finance, Payroll, Manufacturing, SCM, Procurement, CRM and others.Try Now: https://www.apexdroid.com

https://medium.com/@apexdroid/why-erp-should-have-ap-automation-de7783802953

['Apexdroid Erp']

2020-12-24 06:26:58.398000+00:00

['Erp Software', 'CRM', 'Accounting', 'Payroll']

Title ERP AP automationContent Accounts payable AP challenging process deal due conventional paperbased approach increase error rate AP automation ERP seen relief Conditions changing today’s business world market disruption company started recognize benefit extending functionality ERP integrating solution focus specific area payroll TE tax account payable Accounting system ERPs essential optimize accounting financial operation remains core system record centralized source information across function within finance organization account payable automation provide significant cost saving company beyond expected saving eliminating manual task discus ERP must Accounts payable automation Minimize wasted time AP Automation save great amount time manual paperbased approach entire work much le time receive invoice directly system process faster reduce inquiry supplier providing payment status selfservice Simplify operation simplifies entire operation account payable reduces transactional cost eliminates routine task optimizing invoice processing indirect direct procurement also maximizes early payment discount capture Go Touchless AP Automation provides digital workflow manage step previously handled AP staff member make possible organisation touchlessly process invoice without human intervention upload digitally invoice later processed accordingly Increase payment speed AP automation speed payment allows automatically code distribute invoice right person approval based company’s chart account business rule approval hierarchy preconfigured system Provides Transparency traceable approval process allows invoice processed payment designated authorizer indicating approval decreasing chance fraud occur give management AP staff unprecedented visibility reporting capability flow invoice transaction across company Accounts payable automation done right improves productivity enterprise help valuable supplier relationship support company growth business agility required ERP AP automation Apexdroid ERP integrates core process needed grow company Accounting Finance Payroll Manufacturing SCM Procurement CRM othersTry httpswwwapexdroidcomTags Erp Software CRM Accounting Payroll

Waiting For The Next CRM Feature

Waiting For The Next CRM Feature I was inspired by a tweet How Important is the Next New Feature in a CRM System, until I realized it was all about Microsoft CRM. Of course, they have all the features you would ever want. And it might be shinier and slicker looking than some of their competitors. What stood out was the list of the feature categories and I realized that not one of them focused on a job that had to be done. Do these features get your job done? If they did, maybe we would have that simple system that everyone talks about…instead the behemoths that CRM systems have become. It’s all about the next new features, so get used to it. You asked for it. I would say that next new feature isn’t that important. In Search of the Simple System That Grows As You Grow — A Platform I am a geek at heart. I like features. I build features. I use features. But after a lot of years of dealing with features, I’ve found that they have the most value on a marketing brochure. More often than not, getting them to work the way you need to work, is an exercise in futility. I guess it wasn’t convenient for the programmer who designed and built it to think through who’s actually using it. Nor are the features I need ever sitting right there in front of me. How many clicks does it take you to get to your most used feature, or how many clicks does it take to execute it? If it’s more than one or two, you, the customer, were definitely not in the minds of the people that designed it. It was all about them. So as I was reading this blog post, I had high hopes, right up until I saw these bullets. These are your typical features that get checked off in a backwards CRM implementation. It was simply a list of features Microsoft CRM is currently touting. Nothing against MSCRM, it’s a solid product. Social media at it’s best — there is no value being added by publishing a brochure on your blog. If the IT department is selecting your CRM platform based on specs like those below, then you should read more about CRM strategy because your IT department understands networks and hardware! Simplified UI that keeps the user in a familiar environment — SIMPLE? Strong integration to productivity tools for message management, activity management & quote generation Dynamic reporting Automated processes to support the sales, marketing and service processes Ease of configuration to support system change Mobility support Deployment flexibility Open architecture to support legacy system integrations Collaboration Data integrity tools Social Interaction Tracking At the end of the day, if you’re a sales person that’s out pounding pavement all day, how important is social interaction tracking or collaboration? I know there are a lot of really bright people out there creating cool features left and right and I don’t want to make them feel bad. But, how are they helping you do your job? Do they really add value, or are the just adding bloat to an already cumbersome application? Last time I checked, tweeting out, or reading tweets, was not part of my job. How about yours? Maybe social media people, but even the marketing people traditionally looked for ROI, so explain how tweeting does that again? Don’t make anything up now! Can Feature Bloated CRM Applications Be Turned Into Agile Platforms? Are you obsessed with your new smartphone? How many of you have an iPad? Have you stopped to think just how different the experience is with these devices than you’ve traditionally had with your PC? Exactly, there are no bloated apps that do everything! Everything you download has, for the most part, a specific and simple purpose. A compass, a conversion calculator, a Twitter client, a Contact list or an Email app. Even on the pad devices, unless you hit an existing web application, you’re seeing simple and straightforward utilities. Whether they deliver value or not, they are all simple and task oriented because you just can’t fit anything else into these small spaces. Sure, you could build an app that is 100 levels deep — but you can’t build it sideways — so navigating that would be next to impossible for the average worker. I’ve seen apps for SalesLogix appearing out there, and they try to deliver a lot of the basic functionality of the product in a single app. But what’s the point? Can you really fit all of this into a smart phone? And worse, do all of your customers do the same jobs and tasks — or at least the exact same way? Or does it make more sense to take advantage of the platform and break things up into the tasks people do? Even the job may be too big for a single app, in my opinion. New products, like Nimble, are building the platform first. And the way it’s designed will allow developers to deliver apps that perform specific tasks — whether they reside in the standard Nimble interface, or as standalone on a iPhone. Some will be awesome, and some will suck. But, hey, that’s life! On the other hand, SalesLogix, a well established product, is able to tap into a protocol developed for all Sage products called SData. While Sage and/or it’s business partners will undoubtedly attempt to recreate the entire application for delivery to a smart phone or tablet device, I think the really smart consultants will begin creating job and task focused apps that do one or two things really well. In fact, much of their service work could end up being the design of specific widgetized apps for their customers’ unique set of needs. Anything they make can also be sold in an app store, by the consulting firm, or by the customer — depending on the deal that’s stuck. SData should make this sort of thing extremely easy for SalesLogix developers — the ones that learn Java that is. I meet sales people regularly because they are simply the biggest consumers of CRM software. And guess what, more often than not, I hear them say they just need to spit out a quote, or enter an order. Sure, they have to schedule appointments, make phone calls and send emails too. But, many of them don’t really need anything else. So why are we giving it to them? A bloated do-everything application installed on a computer that takes 15 minutes to boot. Does that sound like something a mobile warrior wants? A lot of these people would kiss the ground you walk on if you just gave them a icon on their iPhone, or Android, desktop that helped them do the top 3 or 4 things they need to do each day. “Oh, but CRM is so much more than that” I hear you say. Yes, it is. But for a mobile salesperson, it’s really not. Is The Next New CRM Feature What Gets You Up In The Morning? If it is, then you’re probably a programmer at one of the CRM vendors, or possibly someone who buys the hype that this wonderful new feature is going to solve all of your problems. I typically talk strategy and all that boring stuff here. But at the end of the day, we are trying to align our workforce to the work processes and flows we need them to interact with, and support. Aren’t we really creating obstacles for them with each new feature? Do some of these features make it more difficult to get their job done, through winding pathways and extra clicks? It’s worth thinking about. If your job is to design a solution around a job or even a set of jobs, doesn’t it make sense that each user’s experience should be just about that job? Give them access to all of the information if they want it. But, also give them a direct top level path to their job in a single click. To me, that’s the best next new feature — Solution Provider 2.0.

https://medium.com/@mikeboysen/waiting-for-the-next-crm-feature-aadcedb16ec2

['Mike Boysen']

2016-08-11 14:54:42.060000+00:00

['CRM', 'Crm Software', 'Innovation']

Title Waiting Next CRM FeatureContent Waiting Next CRM Feature inspired tweet Important Next New Feature CRM System realized Microsoft CRM course feature would ever want might shinier slicker looking competitor stood list feature category realized one focused job done feature get job done maybe would simple system everyone talk about…instead behemoth CRM system become It’s next new feature get used asked would say next new feature isn’t important Search Simple System Grows Grow — Platform geek heart like feature build feature use feature lot year dealing feature I’ve found value marketing brochure often getting work way need work exercise futility guess wasn’t convenient programmer designed built think who’s actually using feature need ever sitting right front many click take get used feature many click take execute it’s one two customer definitely mind people designed reading blog post high hope right saw bullet typical feature get checked backwards CRM implementation simply list feature Microsoft CRM currently touting Nothing MSCRM it’s solid product Social medium it’s best — value added publishing brochure blog department selecting CRM platform based spec like read CRM strategy department understands network hardware Simplified UI keep user familiar environment — SIMPLE Strong integration productivity tool message management activity management quote generation Dynamic reporting Automated process support sale marketing service process Ease configuration support system change Mobility support Deployment flexibility Open architecture support legacy system integration Collaboration Data integrity tool Social Interaction Tracking end day you’re sale person that’s pounding pavement day important social interaction tracking collaboration know lot really bright people creating cool feature left right don’t want make feel bad helping job really add value adding bloat already cumbersome application Last time checked tweeting reading tweet part job Maybe social medium people even marketing people traditionally looked ROI explain tweeting Don’t make anything Feature Bloated CRM Applications Turned Agile Platforms obsessed new smartphone many iPad stopped think different experience device you’ve traditionally PC Exactly bloated apps everything Everything download part specific simple purpose compass conversion calculator Twitter client Contact list Email app Even pad device unless hit existing web application you’re seeing simple straightforward utility Whether deliver value simple task oriented can’t fit anything else small space Sure could build app 100 level deep — can’t build sideways — navigating would next impossible average worker I’ve seen apps SalesLogix appearing try deliver lot basic functionality product single app what’s point really fit smart phone worse customer job task — least exact way make sense take advantage platform break thing task people Even job may big single app opinion New product like Nimble building platform first way it’s designed allow developer deliver apps perform specific task — whether reside standard Nimble interface standalone iPhone awesome suck hey that’s life hand SalesLogix well established product able tap protocol developed Sage product called SData Sage andor it’s business partner undoubtedly attempt recreate entire application delivery smart phone tablet device think really smart consultant begin creating job task focused apps one two thing really well fact much service work could end design specific widgetized apps customers’ unique set need Anything make also sold app store consulting firm customer — depending deal that’s stuck SData make sort thing extremely easy SalesLogix developer — one learn Java meet sale people regularly simply biggest consumer CRM software guess often hear say need spit quote enter order Sure schedule appointment make phone call send email many don’t really need anything else giving bloated doeverything application installed computer take 15 minute boot sound like something mobile warrior want lot people would kiss ground walk gave icon iPhone Android desktop helped top 3 4 thing need day “Oh CRM much that” hear say Yes mobile salesperson it’s really Next New CRM Feature Gets Morning you’re probably programmer one CRM vendor possibly someone buy hype wonderful new feature going solve problem typically talk strategy boring stuff end day trying align workforce work process flow need interact support Aren’t really creating obstacle new feature feature make difficult get job done winding pathway extra click It’s worth thinking job design solution around job even set job doesn’t make sense user’s experience job Give access information want also give direct top level path job single click that’s best next new feature — Solution Provider 20Tags CRM Crm Software Innovation

CRM Mistakes you must Avoid

Though it would seem that CRM industry is reaching maturity, companies are still making common mistakes when looking for the right fit for their organization. In a business, CRM is a very important business process it plays a huge role in a business’s growth as it handles the customer relationship which is the main source of revenue in the business. So, it is wise to avoid mistakes while using CRM. Here are some common CRM mistakes you must avoid. Failure to align your CRM to your sales process. If you’re new to CRM, you might see the software as a digital Rolodex. But in fact, it is so much more. To optimize your CRM program, you will probably need to implement customizations. These customizations should be designed to align with your sales process and the overall customer experience. For example, if you use the MEDDIC method to qualify leads, that process can be built into your CRM. By customizing your CRM to fit your processes, managers will be able to glance at their dashboards and better understand the current state of the pipeline. Not integrating your CRM with marketing tools. Many companies mistakenly think of CRM as a software tool belonging to the sales department. But by integrating CRM with marketing tools — in consultation with the marketing department — your sales representatives will receive more qualified leads to pursue. To fully enjoy the benefits of CRM, it should be fully integrated with your Marketing Automation Platform (MAP) and other marketing tools. 80% of marketing automation users see an increase in leads, while 77% see an increase in conversions. Integrating CRM with marketing tools doesn’t just provide sales representatives with a source for leads, but also offers valuable information about those leads — thereby saving time. Including too many required fields in your CRM. While CRM systems are capable of retaining a great deal of information about individual leads, don’t require too many data fields. When users have to input a lot of data at once, they are less likely to utilize the CRM. Users should only have to enter in a bare minimum of information about a lead when they first enter it into the system. More information can always be added at a later time. Failure to define and track KPIs. The sales team should implement CRM in order to achieve measurable goals, not simply because it seems like the thing to do. Determine what your goals in CRM implementation are and identify KPIs for measuring your success. Ideally, you should measure different KPIs across multiple areas of concern. Periodically assess your progress. If you are failing to meet your goals, take steps to analyze why. Ignoring social media integrations. Social media integration is one of the most useful tools offered by modern CRM applications. Sales representatives who fail to utilize social CRM tools are missing out on potential leads. It’s not enough just to monitor mentions of your company on social media. Sales representatives need to be actively engaging with potential customers on social media. Some platforms, such as LinkedIn, can be a great source for locating relevant prospects. As part of your standard CRM training, show sales representatives how to use social CRM tools and review best practices for social selling. Not integrating your CRM system with other key systems. Don’t fall into the trap of regarding CRM primarily as a tool for the sales and customer service teams. After all, your entire business is concerned with serving customers better. To that end, data from the CRM should be accessible across multiple departments. Marketing can benefit from learning more about your customers and prospects needs. By accessing CRM data, marketing can learn about the efficacy of their campaigns. The product development team can integrate insights gleaned from CRM into new products and services. When utilized well, CRM will enhance all aspects of your business. By avoiding these big CRM mistakes, your team can make more sales and improve customer retention. Apexdroid ERP integrates all core process that needed to grow a company :- Accounting, Finance, Payroll, Manufacturing, SCM, Procurement, CRM and others.Try Now: https://www.apexdroid.com

https://medium.com/@apexdroid/crm-mistakes-you-must-avoid-d889dfa0ae2c

['Apexdroid Erp']

2020-12-24 06:25:36.156000+00:00

['Erp Software', 'CRM', 'Accounting', 'Payroll']

Title CRM Mistakes must AvoidContent Though would seem CRM industry reaching maturity company still making common mistake looking right fit organization business CRM important business process play huge role business’s growth handle customer relationship main source revenue business wise avoid mistake using CRM common CRM mistake must avoid Failure align CRM sale process you’re new CRM might see software digital Rolodex fact much optimize CRM program probably need implement customizations customizations designed align sale process overall customer experience example use MEDDIC method qualify lead process built CRM customizing CRM fit process manager able glance dashboard better understand current state pipeline integrating CRM marketing tool Many company mistakenly think CRM software tool belonging sale department integrating CRM marketing tool — consultation marketing department — sale representative receive qualified lead pursue fully enjoy benefit CRM fully integrated Marketing Automation Platform MAP marketing tool 80 marketing automation user see increase lead 77 see increase conversion Integrating CRM marketing tool doesn’t provide sale representative source lead also offer valuable information lead — thereby saving time Including many required field CRM CRM system capable retaining great deal information individual lead don’t require many data field user input lot data le likely utilize CRM Users enter bare minimum information lead first enter system information always added later time Failure define track KPIs sale team implement CRM order achieve measurable goal simply seems like thing Determine goal CRM implementation identify KPIs measuring success Ideally measure different KPIs across multiple area concern Periodically ass progress failing meet goal take step analyze Ignoring social medium integration Social medium integration one useful tool offered modern CRM application Sales representative fail utilize social CRM tool missing potential lead It’s enough monitor mention company social medium Sales representative need actively engaging potential customer social medium platform LinkedIn great source locating relevant prospect part standard CRM training show sale representative use social CRM tool review best practice social selling integrating CRM system key system Don’t fall trap regarding CRM primarily tool sale customer service team entire business concerned serving customer better end data CRM accessible across multiple department Marketing benefit learning customer prospect need accessing CRM data marketing learn efficacy campaign product development team integrate insight gleaned CRM new product service utilized well CRM enhance aspect business avoiding big CRM mistake team make sale improve customer retention Apexdroid ERP integrates core process needed grow company Accounting Finance Payroll Manufacturing SCM Procurement CRM othersTry httpswwwapexdroidcomTags Erp Software CRM Accounting Payroll

ERP Evaluations — features/functions vs. answering questions

ERP Evaluations — features/functions vs. answering questions I am working with my current employer to evaluate a new ERP solution. The current solution is end of life and an extensive RFP was developed, issued and returned. The RFP’s pages of tables listing specific features and functions covering from does CRM, have User Defined Reason Codes for Rejected Quotes to Sales Order Management Customer Specific Invoice Formats. There is also the general requirements, expectations, and system requirements and so on. If you have read one ERP RFP, none of these wonderful detailed responses would any exciting new reading. But, they are not meant to, are they? They are meant to take the apples, oranges, and lemons of ERP solutions and make them look and smell as similar as possible for ease of evaluation. All this is part of the process that I not only have been apart of several times, but believe is necessary. Evaluating what will not just become part of a business’s life, but impact speed to market, customer satisfaction and as several failures of ERP implementations document a year or more of a business’s bottom line. However, yes there is a however, a but, a hold on there fella. Why else write the darn blog entry? However, when I in the past have spoken to the sponsors, champions and process owners who would request, beg or threaten me regarding the selection of an ERP vendor. Rarely would they describe what they needed from the ERP as a list of features or functions. The focus would be on questions they needed answers and the timeliness of getting those answers. In other words, business intelligence. Not just the sexy dashboards with colored charts and live updates. But the simply yes or no answers to business questions. Did the latest marketing campaign have any other impact that we did not predict? Is the potential of a customer’s buying power greater than what they order from us? Or requiring some more verbiage - How do I know what influenced a customer to contact us? These questions are often left off the RFP and more so only come up during the final phase (if at all formally) of demonstrations. More than once I have been caught short when a question seemingly out of the blue to me gets tossed to the ERP presenter that is quickly recognized by sponsors, champions and process owners as critical to the ERP solution’s requirements. And they are absolutely right it is critical, bless their little persnickety souls. The questions that your current ERP solution answers are just as important as the one’s it does not answer. Documenting this is not always the easiest thing. Think of asking someone to describe the decisions they make upon waking up this morning until they walked in the door of the office. Most will get a bit testy after the start brushing my teeth from the bottom or top decision and towel on the floor or the hamper. We make tens of thousands of decisions all day long. Trying to pick the hundreds of business decisions out to determine why or more importantly how we came to the decision is both one of the most difficult parts of designing systems as well as the most important. Unless, your business is willing to completely adapt every process to the new system plain vanilla out of the box and stay that way for 3 years (time my experience says it takes for a business to completely adapt to new habits of the new ERP). Than you need to make some effort to gather these questions. These are less about making custom changes to the software and more about matching the data collected, stored and distributed. After all, most ERP solutions have less than 40% of their licensed users who access the system to input and process data. Most use the system for inquiry and reporting. Therefore, the 60% or more require more from the data than processing features and functions. Look back to the matrix of an RFP. Are there just as many data related rows as processing related rows? Ask the questions about the questions that your business needs answered to get the right ERP?

https://medium.com/convergence-business-technology-and-the-people-who/erp-evaluations-features-functions-vs-answering-questions-d7c1c96d39b4

['Paul Oliver']

2017-01-07 00:38:07.156000+00:00

['CRM', 'Decision', 'Decision Making', 'Erp', 'Evaluations']

Title ERP Evaluations — featuresfunctions v answering questionsContent ERP Evaluations — featuresfunctions v answering question working current employer evaluate new ERP solution current solution end life extensive RFP developed issued returned RFP’s page table listing specific feature function covering CRM User Defined Reason Codes Rejected Quotes Sales Order Management Customer Specific Invoice Formats also general requirement expectation system requirement read one ERP RFP none wonderful detailed response would exciting new reading meant meant take apple orange lemon ERP solution make look smell similar possible ease evaluation part process apart several time believe necessary Evaluating become part business’s life impact speed market customer satisfaction several failure ERP implementation document year business’s bottom line However yes however hold fella else write darn blog entry However past spoken sponsor champion process owner would request beg threaten regarding selection ERP vendor Rarely would describe needed ERP list feature function focus would question needed answer timeliness getting answer word business intelligence sexy dashboard colored chart live update simply yes answer business question latest marketing campaign impact predict potential customer’s buying power greater order u requiring verbiage know influenced customer contact u question often left RFP come final phase formally demonstration caught short question seemingly blue get tossed ERP presenter quickly recognized sponsor champion process owner critical ERP solution’s requirement absolutely right critical bless little persnickety soul question current ERP solution answer important one’s answer Documenting always easiest thing Think asking someone describe decision make upon waking morning walked door office get bit testy start brushing teeth bottom top decision towel floor hamper make ten thousand decision day long Trying pick hundred business decision determine importantly came decision one difficult part designing system well important Unless business willing completely adapt every process new system plain vanilla box stay way 3 year time experience say take business completely adapt new habit new ERP need make effort gather question le making custom change software matching data collected stored distributed ERP solution le 40 licensed user access system input process data use system inquiry reporting Therefore 60 require data processing feature function Look back matrix RFP many data related row processing related row Ask question question business need answered get right ERPTags CRM Decision Decision Making Erp Evaluations