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Anacove announced today that, building on its recent advances in the market, its Smart Thermostats and Toilet Leak Detectors as well as Asset Tracking Tags and Staff Safety Tags are now integrated with HotelKey, Sabre Cloudbeds and Visual Matrix Hotel Property Management Systems. The announcement follows on from the company’s recent integration with Oracle Cloud Marketplace and designations of Preferred and Qualified vendor by IHG Hotels and Resorts and Choice Hotels. Ian Lerner CEO at Anacove said, “We are delighted by the response of the hotel industry towards our full product line launch.” “Small hotel owners and operators of all…
Travelers to the U.S. should be aware of an upcoming proposed scheme for travel visas that could require them to pay up to $15,000. According to the State Department, the U.S. Department of State has recently announced a 12-month pilot visa bond program. This could be applicable to business and leisure travelers from countries with high rates of visa overstay. Travelers seeking visas would be required to pay a deposit of up to $15,000 and travel to a specific US airport. The countries that make up the Visa Waiver ProgramCanada and Mexico will be excluded from the pilot program. The…
To find the best places in December to visit, you must be creative. You’d be well advised to visit any of the following places. snow-filled escape Enjoy some time skiing and enjoying a hot chocolate by the fire. But also there are places in the world where the chill of winter is an unknown charm—think tropical islands And stretches along the Equator of sand which have never seen a snowflake. The Southern Hemisphere also welcomes summer in December. Christmas Shorts and flip-flops is the norm. If you plan six months in advance, you are a proactive traveler.You’ll always find comfort…
The short-term rental sector in Spain is bracing itself for a major disruption, as the housing ministry prepares to remove thousands of unregistered holiday apartments during peak summer. Beginning in mid-August the Spanish housing ministry will enforce a law 2024 that requires short-term rentals in Spain to display a unique registration number. Listings which do not comply with the law will be removed by major platforms such as Airbnb. “We continue to put a stop to illegal tourist apartments to guarantee the right to decent housing,” Housing Minister Isabel Rodríguez said in mid-July when the government and Airbnb announced an…
Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carpinteria and other coastal escapes are known for their easygoing vibes and ocean views.Wine lovers who want to enjoy vineyard views and tasting rooms will find both Healdsburg (in California) and Lodi ideal.Mammoth lakes, Ojai, Guerneville, and other towns offer peaceful getaways full of outdoor adventure and creative energies. California’s marquee cities—Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego—tend to steal the show. The Golden State is home to some the most vibrant and exciting communities, as well as the best cultural attractions, food, and community in the country. But for those who venture off the main freeways, the state…
The latest Hotel Business Hot Topics session, “Unlocking Guest Spend: How mobile tech is driving hotel revenue beyond the room,” in partnership with Phunware, Glenn Haussman, founder/host, No Vacancy Live podcast, joins a panel of industry leaders to discover ways to enhance revenue beyond the nightly rate. Post Moving Beyond RevPAR: How to unleash guest spend with mobile tech The first time that appeared on hotelbusiness.com.
Shay Mitchell looks stylish as she lounges on a baby blue couch in a chic, black jumpsuit. It was to discuss her latest book that we were at the event. Gap x Béis collaboration Her current outfit (and the one she is wearing) could be a sign of her future style. fold down to convert into a pair of lounge pantsMitchell’s perfect drop confirmed my suspicions. travel capsule collection. After launching Béis back in 2018, the actress and entrepreneur quickly gained status as a celeb whose business ventures Mitchell’s glowing face made it apparent that they were all aligned to…
The Retreat, a four-time Best of Bermuda winner (and an honorable mention once), offers environmentally friendly spa and beauty services to locals and tourists. Danks is committed to environmental wellness, and The Retreat uses a lot of Osea products. Danks says that the products made from seaweed “ticked all the boxes” for her: the packaging was glass instead of plastic; the ingredients were vegan and cruelty-free. They smelled good (and worked); and what’s even more, they also invests in Shoreline restoration projects are being undertaken in California, Kenya and Cambodia. Skye the long-time nail technician at the spa is so…
Images by Accor Accor, the largest hotel operator in the Pacific, is proud to announce the return of one of Australia’s most recognised boutique hotel brands to the Hunter Valley, with the rebrand of Grand Mercure The Vintage to Peppers Hunter Valley following a multi-million dollar refurbishment of the property. In a milestone moment for the brand, Peppers returns to the very place where its story began – the picturesque wine country of the Hunter Valley. Peppers has been synonymous with luxury, service and immersive experiences in beautiful destinations. Now, the brand is embarking on a new chapter, in one of Australia’s…
Although it may sound like a mouthful Redwood National and State Parks Packages are available. There are so many spectacular reasons to visit this exceptional collection of parks—the three state parks of Prairie Creek, Del Norte, and Jedediah Smith resulted from early 20th-century protection efforts, and Redwood National Park, which encircles the state parks, was created in 1968 to further preserve the trees’ natural Coast Range habitat—none the least, the plentiful lodging options surrounded by the gorgeous landscapes.The tallest trees on earth, the coast redwoods can reach 270 feet and live up to 2,000. Their habitat is along the coast.…