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Tactile Mobility Joins Forces with Major World Cities to Minimize Road Accidents this Winter

HAIFA, Israel, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Tactile Mobility – the leading tactile data and virtual sensing technology company for the automotive industry, municipalities and road authorities, insurance industry and more, is joining forces with cities across the globe, in Israel, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the Unites States and more, to ensure safer roads, and by extension safer cities, during the upcoming winter months. This winter, Tactile Mobility’s tactile sensing and data technology – which enables road condition maps of pavement conditions, road slipperiness (grip estimation), distress locations and more – will greatly enhance vehicle safety, road asset management and road safety, all at a fraction of the cost of existing methods.

Many cities across the globe suffer from poor road conditions due to inclement weather during the winter months, from slippery roads and black ice to aquaplaning and pavement deterioration. Today, many cities rely on outdated, expensive practices to monitor the condition of their roads – namely via survey vehicles, ‘manual’ citizen and municipal/road authority reports and more. Many do not have the appropriate measures in place to keep their roads monitored at an adequate frequency to support adaptive maintenance, especially when winter takes its toll. Tactile Mobility’s tactile sensing and data technology enables cities to generate real-time tactile data, insights and maps that inform the prediction of upcoming grip risks and improve road safety by monitoring and measuring how roads experience different weather and atmospheric conditions.

«Tactile Mobility is enabling safer roads by equipping cities and vehicles on the road with the insights that they need to conduct responsive and preventative road maintenance and ensure safer roads for their citizens,» said Eitan Grosbard, VP of Business Development at Tactile Mobility. «With tactile insights displayed on crowdsourced real-time maps, cities have the tools they need to improve highway exits and entries and live hazard detection, come rain or shine. This minimizes dangerous areas due to inclement weather, infrastructural problems and road hazards as well as cutting city costs and saving lives in the process.»

«Tactile Mobility is bringing state-of-the-art innovation to Yorkshire, equipping us with 24/7 data and insights regarding pavement ratings, pothole locations and much more,» said Nigel Yeatman, Highways Asset Manager at A-one+. «With these tactile insights, our contract will be better equipped to make decisions which affect preventative and ad hoc road maintenance and repair – minimizing the risk of road hazards as well as keeping the roads safer and well-maintained.»

The company utilizes vehicles’ existing built-in sensors (wheel speed, wheel angle, RPM, brake pedal position, etc.) to create actionable insights regarding the roads as well as the vehicle-road dynamics. Vehicles embedded with Tactile Mobility’s technology collect and analyze vital road condition data which is transformed into SurfaceDNA™ in the cloud. SurfaceDNA™ models road features such as grades, banks, curves, normalized grip levels, and the location of distresses such as bumps, cracks, and potholes.

Cities visualize SurfaceDNA™ insights in the form of comprehensive, user interface (UI), crowdsourced tactile maps that offer a real-time view of driving environments – as they pertain to Available Grip Level Estimation. The maps can be used by control rooms, highway authorities, the Department of Public Works, and other city departments to identify and respond in real-time to the level of grip on the road, affected by road slipperiness. Tactile Mobility also provides retrospective grip maps which give cities access to all the accumulated data in the system over time, enabling them to evaluate road behaviors across different weather scenarios; with access to these maps, cities can find and analyze hot spots which create risks for drivers and subsequently take the appropriate action.

SurfaceDNA™ insights are not only visualized on Tactile Mobility’s UI maps, but they’re also transmitted to vehicles that house Tactile Mobility’s embedded software, strengthening their vehicle control and ADAS systems and providing them with real-time insights regarding the road ahead. Such insights can drastically improve vehicles’ Available Grip Level Estimation and promote improved braking and adaptive, predictive cruise control – the latter of which enables vehicles to decelerate based on road distresses as well as low grip level on dangerous, slippery winter roads.

Tactile Mobility recently joined forced with the City of Detroit and a major Detroit-based Automaker, with the support of Planet-M, to conduct a proof of concept which demonstrates the power of tactile technology. Equipped with tactility, Detroit and other cities alike can detect areas of slipperiness such as ice, water, or additional weather-related elements in real-time and transmit the information to control centers that will alert drivers before reaching such suspected areas. POCs such as this one mark the beginning of a new era: cities now have access to a full suite of solutions that provide insights about maintenance and road safety.

About Tactile Mobility:

Tactile Mobility is the world’s leading tactile virtual sensing technology and data provider, enabling actionable insights for autonomous vehicles, municipalities, and fleet managers. Tactile Mobility’s unique technology collects «first principle», crucial, anonymized real-time data generated from vehicles’ non-visual, existing sensors and turns it into actionable insights on road attributes including grades, grip, and curvatures as well as vehicle attributes such as weight, tire parameters, and more. Insights provided by Tactile Mobility greatly enhance vehicle intelligence and ride safety, efficiency and experience as well as empower city officials with new and much higher value data to better conduct planned maintenance and detect hazards in near real-time. Tactile Mobility was co-founded in 2012 by Boaz Mizrachi, Yossi Shiri, and Alex Ackerman. The company is already working with multiple OEMs, road authorities, and municipalities and is based in Haifa, Israel with a presence in Europe, the US, and Asia.

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El Palace Barcelona Books in for Customer Service Excellence with Infor

BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Infor today announced that the five-star hotel El Palace Barcelona has chosen Infor Hospitality Management System (HMS) and Infor Sales and Catering System (SCS) to help provide a premium customer experience. Implemented by Infor in collaboration with Infor partner Sulcus, the software will help create an integrated, standardised platform for this landmark property.

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Part of the prestigious Leading Hotels of the World group, the 120-room El Palace Barcelona will use the Infor software to deliver a superior guest experience and meet the challenges of a constantly evolving hospitality industry in Spain.

Following a thorough review of the market, Infor HMS and Infor SCS were chosen based on keen, industry-specific functionality, ease of use and integration, references from other leading luxury hotel brands and a commercial flexibility that beat competing pitches.

«We recognise that even though we are steeped in tradition, the future of customer service excellence is digital,» said Friedrich von Schönburg, hotel manager of the El Palace Barcelona. «This demands better guest and operational data, seamless integration and an intuitive interface for staff and customers alike. This is what we have found with Infor HMS and Infor SCS.»

«We continue to increase our presence in the Spanish luxury hotel market,» said Wolfgang Emperger, Infor Hospitality. «El Palace Barcelona is the latest in a series of five-star properties that recognise the value of integrated, seamless technology to ensure a premium customer experience based on deep insights and swift, precise responsiveness.»

About Infor
Infor is a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry. Providing mission-critical enterprise applications to 67,000 customers in more than 175 countries, Infor software is designed to deliver more value and less risk, with more sustainable operational advantages. We empower our 17,000 employees to leverage their deep industry expertise and use data-driven insights to create, learn and adapt quickly to solve emerging business and industry challenges. Infor is committed to providing our customers with modern tools to transform their business and accelerate their own path to innovation. To learn more, please visit www.infor.com

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Infor PR, EMEA
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Moxy South Beach Debuts As A Stylish Playful Celebration Of Miami’s Cosmopolitan Culture, Setting A New Paradigm For Leisure Travel

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Miami’s Art Deco District lights up today with the opening of Moxy Miami South Beach. <a target="_blank"…

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Miami’s Art Deco District lights up today with the opening of Moxy Miami South Beach. Lightstone, the developers behind three award-winning Moxy hotels in New York City, has created a stylish, playful open-air concept celebrating Miami’s cosmopolitan culture and breezy outdoor living. With a design that blends the glamour of midcentury Havana, the artistry of contemporary Mexico City, and a tropical vibrancy that’s unmistakably Miami, Moxy South Beach offers the dining, drinking, and lounging options that modern travelers crave, all located steps from the sand. The 202-room, eight-story hotel, featuring two pools and the nearby Moxy Beach Club, will be the first resort-style property under Marriott International’s Moxy Hotels^® brand, marking a new chapter for hospitality in Miami Beach. Moxy South Beach is upending the way travelers experience hotels in the new year, from contactless check-in to indoor-outdoor lounging, meeting, fitness, and dining spaces.

The highly anticipated opening of Moxy South Beach comes at a pivotal time for Miami Beach, which is repositioning its traditional entertainment district as the new «Art Deco District» — a reimagination of the historic neighborhood with Moxy South Beach at the forefront. Situated at a cultural crossroads, nearby landmarks include the Miami Beach Convention Center, Wolfsonian-FIU Museum, Miami Beach Cinematheque, Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater, and The Webster boutique.

«Opening the hotel during this unprecedented time presented Lightstone with a unique challenge,» says Mitchell Hochberg, Lightstone’s President. «Moxy South Beach isn’t a response to the pandemic, even if it feels like an antidote to it,» says Hochberg. «In a way, the design anticipated the needs of the current environment, so we’re able to accommodate what people are looking for right now: contactless check-in, outdoor spaces, and a do-it-yourself ethos. But we always stayed true to the roots of the Moxy brand, letting guests curate their own experience while they escape reality for a few days in South Beach – and the icing on the cake is that it’s all at an attractive price point. That’s an idea with timeless appeal.»

Design: Celebrating Miami’s Cosmopolitan Culture

Moxy South Beach’s interiors are designed by Rockwell Group (public spaces and bedrooms) and Saladino Design Studios (Serena, Como Como, and Mezcalista), while exteriors are by Kobi Karp Architecture in collaboration with Rockwell Group. Guests can customize their level of interaction as they move from the sanctuary of their bedroom to public spaces designed for socializing on demand. The majority of spaces are open-air and blend seamlessly with indoor areas. Public areas are peppered with private and semi-private enclaves — including poolside cabanas, open-air meeting studios, and sequestered dining tables — that let guests be in the mix and on their own all at once.

Guests enter the hotel through the main walkway on Washington Avenue or the modern porte-cochère at the east entrance. The sun-drenched lobby features several relaxed seating areas with amusements such as a foosball table whose players are vintage pinup dolls brought into the modern era as a women’s soccer team as well as a carnivalesque, Zoltar inspired, pay phone that provides complimentary horoscope readings from resident astrologer @Bassfunkdaddy. The lobby’s three flexible meeting studios and restaurant all converge around a large, open-air courtyard. The space is surrounded by glass walls that can open or close as the weather allows.

The indoor-outdoor spaces continue with a fitness center inspired by nearby Muscle Beach; an outdoor movie screening room on the rooftop; and the Moxy Beach Club on Miami’s famous South Beach. The 72-foot, cabana-lined pool on the second-floor terrace maximizes see-and-be-seen sightlines with tiered lounge seating, benches in the water, and luxury private cabanas. A circular communal shower invites flirtatious interaction, with flamingoes peeking through the surrounding hedge. Swimmers in the pool can peek down directly into the lobby through an eight-foot, see-through cutout at the bottom of the pool, adding up to an exhibitionistic vibe that embodies South Beach. The hotel’s eighth floor rooftop features a shallow lounging pool with chaises submerged in the water and daybeds shaped like lily pads.

The 202 thoughtfully-designed bedrooms include King, Double Queen, or Quad Bunk options, as well as residentially styled suites. All rooms are dressed in vivid Miami hues and bathed in sunlight thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows. Inspired in part by the Clyde Mallory Line, an overnight ferry service between Miami and Havana that operated in the 1940s and ’50s, the rooms resemble ocean liner staterooms with ingenious, space-maximizing storage solutions. Oceanview rooms on higher floors offer unobstructed vistas of the Atlantic, while other rooms feature expansive views of South Beach’s pastel-hued architecture. Bedrooms feature custom art by Miami artist Aquarela Sabol depicting iconic artists — Frida Kahlo, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Pablo Picasso, and Salvador Dalí — visiting South Beach.

«Our design concept for Moxy South Beach celebrates Miami’s uniquely multicultural style, from eclectic Art Deco motifs and Miami Modernism, to Cuban and other Latin American influences,» says Greg Keffer, Partner and Studio Leader at Rockwell Group. «To capture the bright, carefree sophistication of South Beach, we blurred the boundaries between indoor and outdoor amenities, and created light-filled guestrooms that have a feeling of openness.»

Food & Beverage: Design Inspired by Mexico City, Oaxaca & Havana

For the dining and drinking venues, Lightstone tapped the Miami restaurateurs behind the uber-popular Coyo Taco and 1-800-Lucky to create six new exclusive concepts, drawing on Mexican, Caribbean, and local flavors.

Starting at the signature Bar Moxy, guests can simultaneously check-in contact-free and order a handcrafted cocktail. Retro-style swivel barstools surround the oval-shaped bar, while an infinity mirror installation above contains the phone number of El Floridita, the legendary Havana watering hole, paying tribute to Miami’s Cuban heritage.

Facing Bar Moxy is Los Buenos, the all-day bodega and taco stand, which will dish up tacos on hand-pressed tortillas and burrito bowls, as well as breakfast items and a variety of specialty coffee drinks by La Colombe, including super-strong and sweet Cuban-style cafecitos. Los Buenos will also sell a curated selection of clothing, accessories, magazines, and classic Miami gifts sourced from local purveyors.

On the second floor, an open-air rooftop restaurant and bar, Serena, channels the enchanting rooftop and patio restaurants of Oaxaca and Mexico City. Located on a vibrant, lushly planted terrace, Serena has a laid-back yet sophisticated vibe that’s like none other in Miami. Lounge and table seating — plus an enticing menu of shareable dishes and hand-crafted cocktails — create an inviting atmosphere for sunset cocktails and nibbles, leisurely lunches and dinners, or buzzy brunches accompanied by live music.

The hotel’s eighth-floor rooftop bar, aptly named The Upside, has a shallow lounging pool, alfresco movie screening area, whimsical seating options, and 360-degree panoramic views of the ocean and Miami Beach. Available exclusively to hotel guests and for private events, The Upside will become a coveted space for parties, film screenings, and pop-ups. A sinuous canopy on the rooftop provides shade during the day, while showcasing a brilliant, geometric mural by New York artist Edward Granger when illuminated at night. The piece is a nod to the thriving street art scene in nearby Wynwood and acts as a colorful beacon for the hotel.

Opening April 2021 is Como Como, a marisqueria (seafood restaurant) and raw bar centered around the «fuego,» a wood- and charcoal-fired grill utilizing ancient Mexican techniques. The open-cooking concept allows diners to watch the culinary process firsthand, while a «tequila tree» sculpture theatrically dispenses the agave spirit from hand-blown glass spheres. The restaurant also serves diners in its outdoor courtyard, a lush space layered with colored tilework, hanging plants, and a sign reading «Besos De Mezcal,» hinting at the night to come.

Also opening in April is a sexy and mysterious mezcal lounge, Mezcalista, accessed either from the back of the marisquería or through a discreet entrance on Washington Avenue. Guests will sip and savor an assortment of over 100 types of rare mezcals and tequilas in this seductively lit, catacomb-like lounge.

«We’re creating concepts that give people a lot of choice,» says Sven Vogtland, co-founder of Coyo Taco Group. «You can head up to Serena for a sunset drink and a bite, sit down for an elegant meal at Como Como, or enjoy the intimate energy of Mezcalista while the DJ spins. Or you can have all three in one night. We’re providing a variety of vibes and environments, which in turn will attract a real intermingling of different types of guests.»

Programming: The Hotel as a Cultural Crossroads

An energetic mix of cultural and lifestyle programming will roll out at Moxy South Beach, including several exclusive partnerships. Adapting the notable #SWEATatMoxy program from its sister properties in New York, Moxy South Beach will have guests working up a sweat with «Glutes Check» classes from local fitness guru Starr Hawkins, taking part in restorative sessions from NYC-based BeRevolutionarie, or joining a Surfing Bootcamp from Surfrider Foundation, an organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean waves and beaches. The Surfrider Foundation collaboration continues with Silent Disco beach cleanups and surf-inspired movie screenings on the rooftop. The rooftop will also host biannual screenings in partnership with the Miami Film Festival.

On the rhythm front, Prism Creative and Tigre Sounds are curating a weekly live music series with emerging musicians. The hotel is also partnering with heralded genre-bending Miami orchestra Nu Deco Ensemble to share frequent live streams of their sold-out concerts. These partnerships continue on the small screen via Moxy South Beach’s in-room TV channels, including Nu Deco Ensemble’s «Orchestra Reimagined» performances. Hotel guests will also receive special perks at cultural institutions like the Bass Museum, Rubell Museum, Superblue Miami, and the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM).

Launching opening weekend – just in time for Valentine’s day – is the Foreplay – Mezcal, Oysters, Vinyls & Dice Package. In true Moxy fashion, the playful package is complete with all the essentials for a romantic evening out and a naughty night in. Guests receive a dozen oysters, two signature mezcal cocktails at Serena, and a Sexy 6 Dice Game for impromptu foreplay fun. The free in-room record player with «aphrodisiac album collections» is a mood-boosting enhancement.

COVID-19 Safeguards & Enhanced Sanitation

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Moxy South Beach is utilizing the most advanced cleaning and sanitizing systems available. A fresh AtmosAir system will continuously monitor, disinfect, and purify the indoor air, using a cutting-edge bipolar ionization technology that filters out airborne viruses, molds, and bacteria. Additionally, Asepticare® cleaner, used across the hotel, properly deodorizes and eliminates allergens, germs, mold, viruses, bacteria, and mildew. High-touch items such as elevator buttons and stair handrails will be consistently and frequently disinfected using hospital-grade disinfectants. An on-property Cleanliness Captain enforces Marriott’s 200-plus cleaning protocols through its Global Cleanliness Council and Commitment to Clean, which include frequent disinfection of all hotel surfaces, rigorous room cleanliness standards, limited capacities, and new social distancing practices. All Moxy South Beach crewmembers are required to take temperature checks before entering the building, and all will receive certification on COVID-19 safety and sanitation protocols from the on-site Cleanliness Captain.

Moxy South Beach is located at 915 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information or to book, visit moxysouthbeach.com. Rates start at $159 per night.

About Moxy South Beach
A stylish and playful celebration of Miami’s cosmopolitan culture, Moxy South Beach marks a new chapter for hospitality in Miami Beach. The first resort-style property for the Moxy brand, the 202-room, eight-story hotel is located steps from the sand on Washington Avenue. It offers the dining, drinking, lounging, and co-working options that modern, design-focused travelers crave — all at an attractive price point. Interiors by Rockwell Group and Saladino Design Studios mix the glamour of midcentury Havana, the artistry of contemporary Mexico City, and a tropical vibrancy that’s unmistakably Miami. Bedrooms, dressed in vivid Miami hues and drenched in Florida sunshine thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, feature rain showers and ingenious, space-maximizing storage solutions. Six new dining and drinking venues, developed by the founders of Miami’s uber-popular Coyo Taco and 1-800-LUCKY, include Como Como, a marisquería and raw bar; Mezcalista, a sexy mezcal lounge; Serena, an open-air rooftop restaurant and bar; Los Buenos, a taco stand/bodega in the lobby, complemented by Bar Moxy, which does double duty as a social hub and check-in area; and The Upside, a rooftop bar on the eighth floor exclusively for hotel guests and private events. Multiple indoor-outdoor spaces include a ground floor courtyard; a 72-foot, cabana-lined pool; an indoor-outdoor fitness center; an outdoor movie screening room on the rooftop; and an exclusive beach club on Miami’s famous South Beach. Moxy South Beach is Lightstone’s first Moxy hotel opening outside of New York City, following the successful launches of Moxy Times Square, Moxy Chelsea, and Moxy East Village.

About Moxy Hotels
Moxy offers a playful hotel experience for the young at heart. With more than 70 properties open across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, Moxy breaks the rules of a conventional hotel stay across the globe. The nontraditional experience starts with check-in at Bar Moxy and can be felt throughout the social public spaces, like the Lounge and Library, and the small but smart bedrooms. Moxy provides stylish, industrial design and sociable service at an attractive price point, so that guests can splurge on the experiences that matter most to them during their travels. Moxy strives to cultivate fun and spontaneity in all aspects of one’s stay, forever giving its guests permission to Play On #atthemoxy. For more information, visit www.moxyhotels.com and join the fun #atthemoxy on Instagram. Moxy is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments, and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.com.  

About Lightstone
Lightstone, founded by David Lichtenstein, is one of the largest and most diversified privately held real estate companies in the United States. Lightstone is active in 24 states across the country, developing, managing and investing in all sectors of the real estate market, including residential, hospitality, commercial, and retail. With 127 existing properties, Lightstone’s over $6.5 billion portfolio currently includes over 4 million square feet of office, retail and industrial commercial properties, over 15,000 residential units, and 4,100 hotel keys. Lightstone also owns over 12,000 land lots across the country.

Headquartered in New York City, Lightstone continues to grow its development portfolio with over $3.5 billion currently under development in the residential and hospitality sectors. Moxy South Beach is Lightstone’s first Moxy hotel opening outside of New York City, following the award-winning openings of Moxy Times Square, Moxy Chelsea, and Moxy East Village. Moxy Downtown Los Angeles and New York’s Moxy Lower East Side and Moxy Williamsburg are also under construction and opening in 2022.

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Marriott International
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ROOMDEX, A Hotel Upsell Innovator, Partners with Pacifica Hotels

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ROOMDEX, a pioneer in automated hotel upselling solutions, announces that Pacifica Hotels has activated ROOMDEX’s Upgrade OptimizerTM software in four hotels, including, Marina Del Rey Hotel, (Venice, CA), Inn at the Pier (<span…

Upgrade Optimizer is an automated hotel upsell tool that generates revenue directly to a hotel’s bottom line. ROOMDEX intelligently calculates the best upgrade offer price and ensures that only available rooms will be offered. Along with the upgrade, guests have the chance to purchase early check-in or late check-out. Late check out is offered automatically pre-arrival and during stay.

«The reasons for moving our hotels to ROOMDEX were twofold,» said John Pedlow, Vice President of Revenue at Pacifica Hotels, «The first was the automation and streamlining of the upsell process all the way to the PMS. Other upsell software only ever got us half-way there. Once the offer request was made, somebody needed to actually go and make sure that is happened in the PMS. By contrast, ROOMDEX integrates all the way through the system. Our operations team doesn’t have to worry about a thing.»

«The second reason is the reach,» John continued, «Other platforms only reach the guests who directly through our website. ROOMDEX offers go out to any guest in the system, regardless of whether they booked directly with us or booked through an OTA. We’re excited to continue to roll out ROOMDEX to our other properties.»

At Pacifica ROOMDEX enabled hotels have reported an average of $103 of additional room product up-sell revenue per up-sold stay since using the hotel upsell tool. Upgrade OptimizerTM room revenue is improving RevPar and boosting ADR when hotels need it most – even during low occupancy.

«We have been extremely pleased with the performance we are seeing at the Pacifica hotels so far,» said Jos Schaap, CEO and Co-Founder of ROOMDEX, «Despite the occupancy challenges the pandemic has presented, the Pacifica team has shown that they can still drive ancillary revenue in tough market conditions.»

ABOUT ROOMDEX :

ROOMDEX’s hotel upsell software, «Upgrade Optimizer,» automates, monetizes and ultimately simplifies the hotel room upgrade process by putting the power of choice in the hotel guest’s hands. Automation is the cornerstone of our pioneering hotel optimization platform. ROOMDEX uses hotel reservation, guest data and its proprietary persona and price algorithms to deliver personalized digital offers, greatly enhancing the guest experience. The hotel upsell tool relieves hoteliers of the labor time required by other upselling solutions while delivering high margin revenue and a substantial ROI.

The company was founded by Jos Schaap, Pierre Boettner and Denis Bajet, three industry veterans (Ex. MICROS-OPERA (now Oracle Hospitality), StayNTouch, Shiji and Nor1) who together bring over 90 years of hotel software innovation experience in PMS, integrations, revenue management, BI, mobile, self-service and upgrade optimization software. Since founding in spring of 2020, ROOMDEX has signed on more than 55 hotels with 5,500 rooms across the U.S., U.K. and Europe, visit http://www.roomdex.io

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Pacifica Hotels was formed in 1993 to consolidate the hospitality operations of Invest West Financial Corporation, which has been involved in the acquisition, development, refurbishing and operating of quality hotel properties and other commercial real estate properties for almost 30 years. Today, Pacifica Hotels is the largest owner and operator of boutique hotels on the Pacific Coast. Pacifica Hotels’ 40 independent and flag properties in key California cities from San Diego to San Francisco, as well as Hawaii, feature outstanding locations, AAA 3 and 4-diamond ratings, upgraded amenities and high standards of guest service. For complete hotel descriptions and reservations, visit http://www.pacificahotels.com.

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Valley of Fire in Las Vegas is the Number One Outdoor Wedding Destination for Couples

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Scenic Las Vegas Weddings, a local wedding destination and photography business, has named the Valley of Fire the most popular outdoor wedding destination for 2020.

Valley of Fire State Park is located just 50 miles from the Vegas Strip. It gets its name from the deep red sandstone formations that seem to materialize up from the ground. These unique rock formations, coupled with the striking desert scenery, combine to…

«Couples come to Las Vegas looking to elope or get married all the time,» says Scenic Las Vegas Weddings owner Trey Tomsik. «Over the past six months, we’ve noticed a huge increase in demand for couples wanting to get married in the Valley of Fire. They’re looking for something different than the stereotypical Elvis on the strip wedding.»

«I think a contributing reason as to why Valley of Fire is so popular is due to people wanting to get married in epic locations,» continued Trey. «Valley of Fire offers an out-of-this-world landscape that has to be seen to be believed. Sunset is one of the most requested times of the day to conduct the wedding ceremony in Valley of Fire—as the rays of the evening sun light up the rocks as if the entire landscape was on fire.»

About Scenic Las Vegas Weddings

Established in 2000, Scenic Las Vegas Weddings is a full-service Las Vegas destination wedding firm that offers couples the chance to get married and have photos taken in one of several iconic Las Vegas outdoor locations. The company was founded by Las Vegas native Trey Tomsik who has a lengthy career as a professional wedding photographer. For more information on Scenic Las Vegas Weddings or to speak to Trey, please visit our website at https://www.sceniclasvegasweddings.com/.

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Vegas Wedding Photographer Offers All-Inclusive Adventure Wedding Experience and Amazing Photography for Couples Looking to Tie the Knot

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — When it comes time to get married, many couples are forgoing the large traditional ceremonies and opting to head off to Las Vegas for a more unique wedding experience as they exchange their vows in one of several scenic and iconic outdoor locations.

However, a million things can and sometimes do go wrong. From rented dresses that don’t fit quite right to 3^rd party transportation companies that can’t follow…

However, a million things can and sometimes do go wrong. From rented dresses that don’t fit quite right to 3^rd party transportation companies that can’t follow simple instructions, Las Vegas wedding photographer Trey Tomsik has seen it all.

This is why he created a custom bespoke wedding experience for local and visiting couples looking to tie the knot at such majestic outdoor locations as Valley of Fire or Nelson’s Ghost Town. Trey is the owner and operator of Scenic Las Weddings, a 20-year-old wedding planning and photography company located in Las Vegas.

He has compiled an all-star team of experts who work together in tandem to help ensure that even the smallest of details of the wedding are not overlooked. «We go above and beyond in our efforts to take out all the worrying from the equation,» said Trey. «Everything has to go smoothly so that when it’s time for the wedding ceremony and photography, couples can relax, enjoy amazing times, and get spectacular photography taken that they will cherish forever.»

«We try to be very transparent about everything couples can expect on their wedding day. We have no hidden fees—and couples get full rights to use every photo we shoot. We always strive to under-promise and over-deliver,» Trey continued. «For example, we have a 5-star florist on our team who works closely with couples to create the exact bouquet that brides want. They will then deliver it directly to the hotel right before the wedding.»

A stress-free wedding experience is only half of the equation of the perfect wedding. As a professional photographer and Las Vegas native, Trey knows how to work with the variable lighting and weather conditions in each of the scenic outdoor locations to create some of the most amazing and memorable photos.

«After decades of providing couples with the very best in outdoor weddings and photography, we have built internal processes to ensure that things run as smoothly as possible,» said Trey. «I work in close tandem with my team of professional wedding planners to provide our clients with memories that will last a lifetime and service each client to the highest standards possible.»

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Americas Cardroom Takes Wraps Off New Website

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Curtains up! Americas Cardroom today launched its brand-new website, built from the ground up with a new engine and designed with the user in mind. The site is now live at AmericasCardroom.eu and has been deployed to all regions.

«It’s important for us to make information regarding our poker site, its promotions, and security easily accessible,» stated Bob Garcia, Director of SEO and Web Development at Americas…

«It’s important for us to make information regarding our poker site, its promotions, and security easily accessible,» stated Bob Garcia, Director of SEO and Web Development at Americas Cardroom. «We endeavor to provide our customers with the most accurate, up-to-date information and share our knowledge and expertise in the field of poker through high-quality Evergreen articles and the latest breaking poker news that sparks interest and invites readers in. I want to thank our fantastic Graphic Designers, Copywriters, and Web Developers for making this site what it is.»

Coded using the Bootstrap front-end web development framework, the new interface was designed with a focus on providing players with a better user experience. The new site is faster than before and much easier to navigate, so players can access the poker promotions that appeal to them and the poker information they’re searching for.

The website isn’t the only big change that visitors to Americas Cardroom will notice. Earlier this month, big changes came to the ACR Team Pro lineup with the addition of Chris Moneymaker. He’s the man who ignited the online poker revolution in 2003 by turning a satellite entry into a WSOP Main Event title and $2.5 Million.

To see the new website in action, visit AmericasCardroom.eu

About Americas Cardroom
Americas Cardroom joined the Winning Poker Network in 2011. The Winning Poker Network has been dealing cards since 2001 and continues to be one of the most trusted names in the industry. Rated first place for payment processing and cashout reliability repeatedly over the last few years, Americas Cardroom offers outstanding customer service and a friendly environment for all poker players around the world.

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SEPTEM Launches The Smallest Pure Titanium Camp Grill & Hotplate on Kickstarter

LONDON, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Following a successful KICKSTARTER campaign for the EATI | Anti Bacterial Titanium Utensil Multi-Tool. SEPTEM continues to focused on creating an ultra-light, incredibly durable camping necessity for backpackers, hikers, and all manner of outdoors people.

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The SEPTEM titanium grill & hotplate is the lightest backpacking grills on the planet. It has been specifically designed to suit the needs of lightweight camping and bushcraft expeditions. It’s large enough to cook two steaks side-by-side but small enough to slide in your pack without taking up any valuable space. This is the perfect cooking unit for those looking to save on weight without compromising on quality. Every detail has been precisely engineered and constructed to ensure this grill will last you a lifetime.

Portable, Lightweight, And Convenient
Everyone loves a BBQ and other grilled foods when they’re camping. But cleaning, moving, and storing your grill is always a challenge. Often, a typical grill’s bulky size and general lack of storage space are obstacles for outdoor lovers.

Half Hotplate – Half Grill
Original design of SEPTEM Grill & Hotplate is to make the two versatile cooking methods on such a small grill plate. Two ways to cook the food you love, wherever you are.

Made from Titanium – Anti-Bacterial, Anti-Corrosion, Anti-rust
When titanium is exposed to air, an ultra-thin layer of titanium atoms interacts with the oxygen to create a nano-coating of titanium dioxide (Titania). Titania-based nano-composites subjected to light are remarkably effective in repelling microbial growth. In simple terms? This makes your food safer to eat, stay fresher, and taste better.

All Amazing Features

Lifetime Use
Easy to Clean
Ultra-lightweight
Fire Resistant
Anti-bacterial
Non-corrosive
Durable

The campaign has already surpassed its original funding goals, and there is still time for consumers to be a part of the SEPTEM community at exclusive discount.

Visit SEPTEM on KICKSTARTER to learn more and get ready for your next adventure in the wilderness.

About SEPTEM Studio:

Specialist in design for real life, SEPTEM Studio is on a mission to create gadgets to save us time, hassle, and money. SEPTEM was established by a small London team who are passionate about bringing cool, sleek technology ideas to life, as well as striving to inspire others and foster an exploratory mindset. Their products include the world’s first titanium collapsible chopsticks,

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Divi Resorts Is Bringing Couples Together with 15% Off 2021 Caribbean Romance Packages to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Valentine’s Day is only a few days away, and to celebrate, Divi Resorts is offering <a target="_blank"…

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Valentine’s Day is only a few days away, and to celebrate, Divi Resorts is offering 15% off all of its popular Caribbean romance packages on Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire, and St. Maarten. From now until February 28, travelers can take advantage of Divi’s highly discounted romance packages with rates as low as $471 per person (room only) and $808 per person (all-inclusive) for travel through December 20, 2021.

«This Valentine’s Day, treat your loved one to the best gift of all—the gift of travel,» said Marco Galaverna, Divi Resorts President & COO. «Now more than ever, couples need to get away and enjoy some much-needed relaxation and rejuvenation to reconnect with each other. Our romance packages do just that! Couples will fall head over heels for our islands’ warm breezes, soft sand, blue waters, and incredible activities, making memories that last a lifetime. Plus, each island has taken every precaution to keep you safe and healthy during your stay, and in Aruba and St. Maarten, we offer convenient on-site testing for guests before returning home.»

Exclusive rates are as follows:

Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort, Aruba – five nights from $744 per person (room only)

Includes accommodations in a one-bedroom suite, daily breakfast for two, one romantic candlelit dinner for two, and welcome turndown service.

Divi Dutch Village Beach Resort, Aruba – five nights from $613 per person (room only) & 5 nights from $888 per person (all-inclusive)

Room only romance package includes accommodations in a one-bedroom suite, daily breakfast for two, one romantic brunch for two and a welcome turndown service.

All-inclusive package includes accommodations in a one-bedroom suite, unlimited food, drinks and non-motorized sports, one romantic brunch for two, and welcome turndown service.

Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort, Aruba – five nights from $600 per person (room only) & 5 nights from $888 per person (all-inclusive)

Room only romance package includes accommodations in a one-bedroom suite, daily breakfast for two, one romantic brunch for two and a welcome turndown service.

All-inclusive package includes accommodations in a Golf Villa one-bedroom suite with rooftop jacuzzi, unlimited food, drinks and non-motorized sports, one romantic brunch for two, and welcome turndown service.

Divi Southwinds Beach Resort, Barbados – five nights from $471 per person (room only)

Includes accommodations in a one-bedroom pool view suite, daily breakfast for two, one romantic candlelit dinner for two and a glass of prosecco for two at pureocean restaurant, and welcome turndown service.

Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino, Bonaire – five nights from $591 per person (room only) & 5 nights from $808 per person (all-inclusive)

Room only romance package includes accommodations in an oceanfront deluxe hotel room or a newly renovated studio suite, daily breakfast for two, a couples massage, one romantic dinner for two, and welcome turndown service.

All-inclusive package includes accommodations in an oceanfront deluxe hotel room or a newly renovated studio suite, unlimited food, drinks and non-motorized sports, a couples massage, one romantic dinner for two, and welcome turndown service.

Divi Little Bay Beach Resort, St. Maarten – five nights from $710 per person (room only) & 5 nights from $905 per person (all-inclusive)

Room only romance package includes accommodations in a one-bedroom suite, daily breakfast for two, one couples massage at Indulgence by the Sea Spa, one romantic candlelit beachside dinner for two, and welcome turndown service.

All-inclusive package includes accommodations in a one-bedroom suite, unlimited food, drinks and non-motorized sports, couples massage at Indulgence by the Sea Spa, one romantic dinner for two, and welcome turndown service.

Divi Resorts backs its stellar offerings with a worry-free, cancel anytime policy and trip insurance if plans change, a pay over time program, and a best price guarantee.

When it comes to resort safety, each Divi destination has implemented the company’s CLEAN CHECK program with health and cleanliness procedures to safeguard and protect guests and staff and address changing consumer expectations.

Divi’s stringent CLEAN CHECK program, follows the recommendations of the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). The company is also adhering to local government directives, including Aruba’s ‘Health & Happiness Code,’ with all Aruba resorts meeting the strict Gold Seal standards, and St. Maarten’s Safe Seal Certification, with its St. Maarten resort meeting the strict Platinum SafeSeal standards. For more information on Divi’s CLEAN CHECK program, visit http://www.diviresorts.com/clean-check.htm.

Travelers can also enter to win a five-night Caribbean Romance Package on Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire, or St. Maarten. The prize includes suite accommodations, daily breakfast for two, one dinner or brunch for two, and welcome turndown service upon arrival. The contest ends April 8, 2021, and travelers can enter to win at gleam.io/YEC0U/enter-to-win-a-caribbean-romance-package.

Divi Resorts’ tropical Caribbean locations span the beautiful islands of Aruba, Bonaire, Barbados, and St. Maarten, and provide a wide variety of on-site amenities, including fabulous freshwater pools, exhilarating land and water sports, diving and snorkeling, restaurants with mouthwatering menus, lively bars with creative cocktails, indulgent spas, and more!

Divi Resorts also offers extended «workation» stays, so guests can take advantage of long-term rates, which include complimentary elite Wi-Fi and spacious suite accommodations with full kitchens to prepare breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Long-term guests also have full use of on-site amenities like 24-hour fitness centers, spas, on-site restaurants and bars with takeout and delivery service, freshwater pools, miles of beautiful beaches, tennis, access to golf at The Links at Divi Aruba, and more. Long-term stay pricing is available upon request for those wishing to work from the islands.

For reservations or more details on the sale, visit http://www.diviresorts.com/valentines-sale.htm or call 1-800-367-3484 (Toll-free US) or 1-919-419-3484 (International). For more information on Divi’s extended «workcation» pricing, call 1-800-367-3484 (toll-free) or 1-919-419-3484 (international). For group reservations, please call 1-800-801-5550 or email groupsales@diviresorts.com.

About Divi Resorts
The Caribbean vacation experts for over 50 years, Divi Resorts features a collection of seven premium resorts spanning the five stunning islands of Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire, St. Croix, and St. Maarten. For more information on Divi Resorts, call 1-800-367-3484 or visit http://www.diviresorts.com.

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Worry-Free, Cancel Anytime Resort Guarantee: All Divi Resorts cancellation and change penalties will be waived for new nightly hotel bookings. Cancellations or changes must be made prior to arrival. This does not include airfare cancellations or changes. If the reservation is rescheduled during peak travel dates, the guest will be responsible for the difference in cost. For questions regarding airfare, guest should contact their airline directly or reach out to their travel insurance policy holder.

Pay Over Time Program: For the pay over time program, all rates and any applicable fees are subject to the provider of the services.

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Pivot to Debut Bellyard, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

ATLANTA, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Davidson Hospitality Group, the nation’s leading full-service hospitality management company, has been tapped by Three P Partners to manage Bellyard, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, expected to open Summer 2021. The 161-room hotel will be managed by Davidson’s lifestyle operating vertical, Pivot, and will feature Drawbar, a modern, upscale American tavern; an outpost of Saint-Germain Bakery; a rooftop pool and bar concept operated by Slater Hospitality; 8,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, and a robust collection of local art on display. Located within The Interlock, a $450 million modern mixed-use development in the West Midtown neighborhood in Atlanta, the area is truly a «destination within a destination,» and known for its industrial vibe, refined boutiques and coveted restaurants.

«It is truly an honor to be involved in such an important, revitalizing development here in our hometown of Atlanta with partners we respect so much,» said Thom Geshay, president, Davidson Hospitality Group. «Bellyard will be the first hotel to open in this bustling, entertainment and shopping hotspot. Through relentless passion for delivering bold, memorable experiences, we look forward to not just meeting, but exceeding the expectations of our partners at Three P Partners.»

«Based on our firsthand experience, the Pivot team has demonstrated their superior operational approach at Hotel Bella Grace in Charleston and we are confident that the team will continue to innovate and deliver the same level of excellence for this unparalleled new hotel,» said Chip Patterson, partner, Three P Partners. «In partnership with a best-in-class lifestyle operator, we are excited to create an inventive journey for guests that celebrates the hard-work and character of the historical stockyards that shaped the landscape of West Midtown and Atlanta at large. Bellyard will be the place to come together with kindred spirits in a thoughtfully creative and inspiring environment.»

The West Midtown neighborhood has a long history of industry and commerce that dates back to the cotton gin and railroad era. The name «Interlock» was derived from the Howell Interlocking Historic District, a location down the road from the development where four railroad lines converge. This district has been active since 1837 and the tracks still see multiple trains pass through every day. The Interlock and Bellyard pay homage to the history of the area and how industry and commerce continue to hold a key place in the neighborhood’s identity.

For more information, please visit www.bellyardhotel.com.

About Pivot
Pivot is the lifestyle operating vertical of Davidson Hospitality Group. With a deep-rooted passion for continuous innovation, Pivot offers exceptional service delivery, revenue generation, integrated marketing and financial responsibility. Constituted by some of the most accomplished leaders in lifestyle hospitality, Pivot caters to today’s independent, adventure-minded traveler through approachable design, locally-inspired food and beverage, intuitive, heartfelt service and authentic experiences at each of its properties. For more information, visit www.davidsonhospitality.com/pivot. Follow us on Instagram: @davidsonhotelsresorts and Twitter: @DavidsonHospGrp. Like us on Facebook: @DavidsonHospitalityGroup. Connect with us on LinkedIn: @DavidsonHospitalityGroup. #DavidsonHospitality

About Davidson Hospitality Group
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company comprised of 61 existing hotels and resorts; more than 150 restaurants, bars and lounges; and nearly 1.5 million square feet of meeting space across the United States. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group. For more information, visit www.davidsonhospitality.com. Follow us on Instagram: @davidsonhotelsresorts and Twitter: @DavidsonHospGrp. Like us on Facebook: @DavidsonHospitalityGroup. Connect with us on LinkedIn: @DavidsonHospitalityGroup. #DavidsonHospitality

About Three P Partners
Three P Partners is an innovative full-service development company with the mission to identify, select, and produce hospitality and other real estate ventures. The team is proficient at identifying off-market deals and properties where added value is immediate, in addition to traditional brokered and incentivized deals with real estate professionals. The financial goals for the majority of the projects that Three P identifies are immediate cash flow, short-term capital event horizons, low leverage, and limited speculation. Three P goes beyond the simple hunting and gathering of individual properties and portfolios and uses its experience and national network to identify and analyze a wide range of development deals in different geographical markets. Three P creates models, developmental strategies, and aims to fit the return thresholds and financial goals of its members and partners.

About Tribute Portfolio
Tribute Portfolio is a growing global family of characterful, independent hotels drawn together by their passion for captivating design and their drive to create vibrant social scenes for guests and locals alike. With more than 40 hotels open around the world, Tribute Portfolio has struck a chord with those who seek out independent experiences and crave a connection with the community when traveling. From boutique resorts like Inn at Rancho Santa Fe in California and urban hotels such as The Vagabond Club in Singapore; to hotels in indie-spirited locales like Noelle in Nashville and The Slaak in Rotterdam, each Tribute Portfolio hotel celebrates its individuality, offering travelers a fresh, often colorful, perspective. Stay with character and stay connected on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Tribute Portfolio is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on MarriottBonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

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