NEW YORK, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ExpertFlyer.com, the premier online air travel information website and its sister company, The Points Guy, have announced a special promotion with American Express. Effective October 1, new members of the Amex Hilton Surpass and Aspire Honors cards will receive a $100 statement credit to be applied toward a one-year subscription of ExpertFlyer.com. All qualifying card applications must be made through The Points Guy website. ExpertFlyer.com provides its subscribers with a complete, concise, and efficient way to access the ever-changing details of worldwide air travel information. Its award-winning Seat Alerts app has gotten thousands of travelers out of the middle seat at no additional cost, and its Awards & Upgrades feature is the easiest way to find an Award ticket or Upgrade in real-time, saving subscribers thousands of dollars.

«We are thrilled to be partnering with ExpertFlyer on this exciting new offer,» said Brian Kelly, CEO and Founder of The Points Guy. «At The Points Guy, we’re always looking for new ways to help travelers see the world comfortably while maintaining a responsible budget. This new offering will give card members even more access to tips and tricks with the combined insight from ExpertFlyer and The Points Guy.»

«We are excited that The Points Guy is able to provide complimentary subscriptions of our unique services to new Amex Hilton Aspire and Surpass card members,» explained Chris Lopinto, founder of ExpertFlyer.com. «These card members obviously have an interest in travel, leisure, and hospitality and we believe the features offered through an ExpertFlyer subscription will help them get to where they want to go for less, and in greater comfort.»

ExpertFlyer was acquired by Red Ventures in October 2018 and joined The Points Guy to help expand the company’s expert and comprehensive travel information division. From airlines to reward points and credit cards, The Points Guy and ExpertFlyer provide an enormous one-two punch to help consumers and business travelers alike navigate safely and effectively around the world.

ExpertFlyer.com also announced that Premium subscribers will now have access to the beta of its new website. Subscribers can log onto https://beta.expertflyer.com and login using their current email and password. Once logged in, account settings, alerts, and saved searches will be copied from their existing account to the beta site. Their existing account will remain unchanged as they navigate through the new website design.

About The Points Guy (TPG)
The Points Guy (TPG) is a trusted travel and lifestyle media platform that focuses on maximizing travel experiences while minimizing spending. Through an informative, clever point of view, TPG has become the leading online resource for all things points, miles and resourceful travel experiences. The site’s editorial content consists of first-hand flight, hotel and airplane reviews, curated travel guides, immersive video components, as well as global event activations. Since its launch in 2010, Founder and CEO Brian Kelly has expanded the team to include a distinguished editorial staff and extensive network of freelance contacts from around the globe. Today, TPG reaches 10 million unique monthly visitors and more than 3 million followers across social media platforms.

About ExpertFlyer.com
ExpertFlyer.com was conceived and created by an eclectic team consisting of a veteran elite tier frequent flyer, an airline captain and corporate travel manager, and information technology professionals to deliver a 24/7 real time powerful air travel information service. The company provides its subscribers and corporate travel managers alike with a complete, concise, and efficient way to access the ever-changing details of worldwide air travel information. For more information, please visit expertflyer.com. Stuck in the middle seat again? Download the free Seat Alerts app from ExpertFlyer and get the window or aisle seat without hassle or frustration.

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RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Beyoncé, Leonardo DiCaprio, and David Beckham are just a few big names that’ve been spotted riding on an iconic VanDutch lately. But now, travelers visiting the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya can set sail in style just like the A-list celebrities with the resort’s new Sunset VanDutch Experience. Along with a socially distanced ride along the azure Mexican Caribbean Coast aboard the VanDutch 40, the experience includes a visit to an underwater museum, watersports and evening firework show. A multi-course, gourmet menu from one of Mexico’s leading chefs, ancestral beverage tasting featuring lesser known Mexican spirits, and wide selection of premium mezcals and tequilas are some of the culinary highlights of the trip.

While onboard, guests can witness marine life and over 500 life-size sculptures during a visit to MUSA (Underwater Museum of Art) or take a ride on a SEABOB-Jet. Happy Hour is also a wow for guests with the resort’s exclusive ancestral beverage tasting, featuring Mexican liqueurs such as:

• bacanora;
• sotol;
• tuxca;
• and pox.

A multi-course menu is from acclaimed Mexican chef Frederico Lopez. As well as being awarded best chef in Mexico, he is among the top 20 noted in the prestigious Larousse Gastronomique, known as the world’s greatest culinary encyclopedia. Special dishes on the thoughtfully curated menu include: Imperial Beluga Caviar; tapas and nigiris of acorn-fed Iberian ham and Joselito gran reserve; Yakitori and Carpaccio flamed with Casa Dragones de Kobe on charcoal «Binchotan» and Thousand leaves of Black Truffle «Melanosporum» Tuscany; golden creme brule of foie and dark chocolate; Caribbean Lobster Ceviche with Papantla vanilla and melon shoots; tray of oysters, prawns, crabs and mussels, sustainably sourced fish and Tuna Toro. Dom Perignon Rose Luminous, water menu and selection of tequilas and mezcals are also included. After a day of nonstop fun, guests can relax and enjoy the Mexican Caribbean’s breathtaking sunset and a spectacular firework show.

Recognized as the Dutch brand’s original power boat model, the VanDutch 40 features a Bimini top for shade, a queen-size cabin, bathroom and shower, 480 hp diesel engines that quell noise and vibration and take the boat up to 38 knots, Simrad radio sound system, LED floor lighting and underwater lights, and more.

The experience is available for up to 6 people, including children, and costs $50,000 USD. Resort nightly rates start at $478 USD. Rates are per person based on double occupancy and include luxury suite accommodations, à la carte gourmet meals at a variety of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, fitness center, taxes, gratuity and more. For reservations or additional information, call 1-888-407-4869, or visit https://rivieramaya.grandvelas.com.

About Grand Velas Riviera Maya
The AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya in Mexico is an ultra-luxury all-inclusive. Guests can choose accommodations among oceanfront, ocean view and a Zen-like setting, embraced by the flora and fauna of the Yucatan Peninsula’s jungle and mangroves. All 539 suites are more than 1,100 sq. ft., with balconies and some with private plunge pools. Eight restaurants, including five gourmet offerings, present a tour through Mexico, Europe and Asia. Cocina de Autor, at the hands of world-renowned celebrity chefs Bruno Oteiza and Mikel Alonso, holds the AAA Five Diamond Award, the first all-inclusive restaurant in the world to win this prestigious distinction. Included on Forbes Travel Guide’s list of The World’s Most Luxurious Spas, SE Spa is known for its authentic Mexican treatments, offerings from around world and signature seven-step Water Ceremony. Other features include 24-hour Personal Concierge; 24/7 in-suite service; three swimming pools; two fitness centers; water sports; innovative Kids’ Clubs and Teens’ Club; and Baby Concierge. The resort offers more than 46,660 square feet of indoor meeting space plus outdoor areas for events. Eduardo Vela Ruiz, founder and president of Velas Resorts, operates Velas Resorts with brother Juan Vela, vice president of Velas Resorts, by his side. Explore tips, recipes, lifestyle and travel trends, and the latest news about Velas Resorts on the digital mag: http://www.velasmagazine.com.

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EL PASO, Texas, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The doors to 1912 are reopening with the highly anticipated renovation of the historic Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collection. After nearly four years and a multi-million-dollar renovation, the 351-room luxury hotel is welcoming locals and travelers to a destination where modern-day luxury inhabits a setting of history and culture. Here, panoramic views of the Franklin Mountains and terraces that overlook the glow of the Mexican border provide a distinct sense of place. Amidst birdcage light fixtures, inspired lounge areas offer retreats, while a thriving culinary scene bursts to life with El Paso’s most extensive list of wines and tequilas, and each room offers a private world of leisure.

«Once in a great while, you happen upon a place that captures time and everything that is good about life,» said Carlos Sarmiento, General Manager of Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collection. «That’s the feeling people experience at Hotel Paso del Norte. Here, everything that is good about life abounds: impeccable architecture, exquisite dining and drinks, friendly people, and the comforts of luxurious amenities. It’s not just an escape, it’s a celebration of living.»

Hotel Paso del Norte’s story aligns with that of the region. Originally opened on Thanksgiving Day in 1912, the hotel was known as the «Showplace of the Southwest.» It was the vision of prominent local businessman, Zack White, to create a first-class hotel that would attract people to the Southwest. He partnered with Trost & Trost Architects of El Paso and Andrews & Company of New York to put form to his vision, ultimately creating a destination that has stood the test of time.

Guests in the early 20th century would drink libations while watching the Mexican Revolution from the hotel’s storied 10th floor. Today, travelers and locals savor the hotel’s elegance while exploring the charms of downtown El Paso or conducting business at the neighboring Judson F. Williams Convention Center. While the hotel is a business, leisure, dining, and event venue unto itself, it is also walkable to entertainment venues, a minor league ballpark, museums, additional restaurants, parks, and the downtown streetcar system.

Lavish amenities include the 10th-floor rooftop pool, boutique, cigar bar, fitness center, and upcoming spa that includes a state-of-the-art salt therapy room. Adding to the elegance are beautifully preserved features that flourish throughout the hotel such as a Tiffany-style, stained-glass dome ceiling that reaches 25 feet in diameter. In the hotel’s front plaza stands an eight-foot, restored bronze statue of Mexican General Pancho Villa welcoming U. S General John J. Pershing—a nod to the history of the region.

The hotel’s signature offering is a distinct culinary scene. Drink and dining options capture the defining flavor of El Paso with pre-prohibition style cocktails in its famous Dome Bar, enchiladas rolled with handmade tortillas at Sabor, hand-cut steaks and a world-class wine list at 1700° Steak House, and house-made gelato and freshly made baked items at Dulce. Menus will evolve throughout the year to offer seasons’ best from the Texas mountain and basin region.

Hotel Paso del Norte’s centuries-old tradition of hosting the city’s finest meetings and events will also continue into the next century. 33,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space includes a private board room, private dining spaces, and elegant ballrooms with old-world décor with original chandeliers.

To ensure the utmost amenities in safe dining and travel, Hotel Paso del Norte is among the world’s first hotels to open with a virus-killing air filtration system throughout the property. Its state-of-the-art Plasma Air system has been shown to kill 99% of bacteriophage in the air after 10 minutes of use. Common areas, bars, restaurants, hallways, ballrooms, meeting rooms, spa and fitness rooms, and all guest rooms utilize the filtration system.

To enjoy the next generation of Hotel Paso del Norte, book your stay at http://www.hotelpdn.com.

About Hotel Paso del Norte
Built by acclaimed Trost & Trost Architects in 1912, Hotel Paso del Norte is debuting a multi-million-dollar renovation. Here, every guest feels the soul of El Paso through luxurious amenities, culinary offerings, and refined service. Three restaurants, 351 beautifully appointed guest rooms, and 33,000 square feet of meeting and event space welcome locals and visitors with timeless elegance. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Hotel Paso del Norte has preserved more than a century of architectural treasures including the restored bronze statue of Mexican General Pancho Villa and U. S General John J. Pershing; the 25-foot Tiffany-style, stained glass dome ceiling; and the revered 10th floor overlook where people would gather to safely watch the escapades of Pancho Villa during the Mexican Revolution.

About Autograph Collection Hotels
Autograph Collection Hotels advocates for the original, championing the individuality of each of its over 180 independent hotels located in the most desirable destinations across more than 30 countries and territories. Each is a product of passion and a personal realization of its individual founder’s vision, making each hotel singular and special: Exactly Like Nothing Else. Hand-selected for their inherent craft and distinct perspectives on design and hospitality, Autograph Collection hotels offer rich immersive moments that leave a lasting imprint. For more information, please visit http://www.autographhotels.com, and explore our social media channels on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook or follow along to be inspired by immersive moments that are #ExactlyLikeNothingElse. Autograph Collection Hotels is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the new name of Marriott’s travel program replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz- Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG). The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including earning points toward free hotel stays and nights toward Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 7,300 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 134 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy™, its highly-awarded travel program with 141 million members globally. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit http://www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram.

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LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — FuelCred, the #1 fuel tax refund app for small businesses, announces the release of its free «Find Cheap Fuel» feature with «FuelCred Prices». This innovative new capability not only helps users find the cheapest fuel in their area but also includes a user-specific «FuelCred Price» – a calculation of the fuel option that would save the user the most money based on their individual historical fuel use. The «FuelCred Price» is often up to 40% cheaper than retail and is FuelCred’s recommendation of the best fuel option based on a specific job site or location.

The up to 40% savings is a combination of the well-known business fuel expense deduction and the less well-known fuel tax refund, a specialty of FuelCred, which, unlike a deduction, is a 1-for-1 reduction in taxes for businesses. So even if a business doesn’t owe any taxes, the IRS would send an eligible business a check for any fuel tax refund owed.

«FuelCred users are currently projected to receive a fuel tax refund of about $600 on average,» said Joe Chan, Head of Technology for FuelCred. «So not only do FuelCred subscribers receive the latest fuel expense tracking technology to help optimize their business, they generally just save way more on fuel – without annoying ads, gas cards, or gas program subscriptions. And, for a limited time, FuelCred is 100% free.»

The «Find Cheap Fuel» and «FuelCred Price» features are the latest innovations from FuelCred – a trailblazing technology which remains the only available app to help small businesses obtain fuel tax refunds.

«Landscapers, Farmers, Construction companies, and other small businesses that use fuel in off-road equipment can optimize their fuel expense and, in the process, optimize their business,» said Joe Chan. «FuelCred’s goal is to be the essential financial wellness app for small businesses who want to efficiently manage their finances using the latest, enterprise-grade technology.»

The free FuelCred app with the «Find Cheap Fuel» and «FuelCred Price» features is available for download in the iOS store today and will be available in the Google Play store in early 2021.

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HOUSTON, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Alitek is proud to be a technology partner with Mercy Ships as the charity reveals construction of the world’s largest NGO hospital ship, the Global Mercy, which they plan to sail to Africa in late 2021. Mercy Ships, a faith-based global organization powered by charitable donors and volunteers, has been providing world-class surgical care to those in need for more than 40 years, free of charge.

«Alitek continues to provide guidance on Mercy Ships’ current and future approach to content and information management to improve patient care and operational efficiency,» says Alitek CEO, Mike Brookover.

The Global Mercy will deliver a safe and clean environment to various African nations, providing help and resources from some of the most well-trained physicians in the world. Over the vessel’s 50 year expected lifespan, it is estimated that more than 150,000 lives will be changed onboard through surgery alone.

In addition to providing surgeries, the Global Mercy will be outfitted with state-of-the-art training spaces including a simulation lab with virtual and augmented reality, mannequins and other training tools and simulated post-op care space, which allow trainers to simulate local conditions and limitations in order to teach best practices in low-resource environments.

«The Global Mercy will be a true modern marvel— a fully custom-built hospital ship with customized instruments, state-of-the-art technology and highly-trained talent of a modern hospital,» said Rosa Whitaker, president of Mercy Ships. «It also represents a unique call-to-action for anyone called to serve, and it presents the opportunity for people to use their skill set to positively impact global healthcare.»

About Alitek
Alitek is a leader in information based digital transformations. We help organizations improve business outcomes, increase efficiency, and reduce risk, through better management of information. Our experienced team works with you to build a unique strategic plan based on your specific needs, no matter the size of your company. For more information, visit alitek.com

About Mercy Ships
Mercy Ships uses hospital ships to deliver free, world-class healthcare services, capacity building, and sustainable development to those with little access in the developing world. Founded in 1978 by Don and Deyon Stephens, Mercy Ships has worked in more than 55 developing countries, providing services valued at more than $1.7 billion and directly benefitting more than 2.8 million people. Our ships are crewed by volunteers from over 50 nations, with an average of over 2000 volunteers each year. Professionals including surgeons, dentists, nurses, healthcare trainers, teachers, cooks, seamen, engineers, and agriculturalists donate their time and skills. With 16 national offices and an Africa Bureau, Mercy Ships seeks to transform individuals and serve nations one at a time. For more information click on http://www.mercyships.org

SOURCE Alitek