BETTER START RUNNING TRAILER - 2018

"What kind of moron stops at roadside attractions when we're on the run?" "I just want everyone to have a good time." Freestyle Releasing has debuted an official trailer for an indie crime comedy titled Better Start Running, which premiered at the Newport Beach Film Festival this year. This is the latest film from director Brett Simon, who made one of my favorite underrated indie films - Assassination of a High School President in 2008 (read my original review here). Better Start Running is about an ordinary store clerk and a group of misfits who end up on the run driving around without anywhere to go. Alex Sharp stars, with Analeigh Tipton, Jeremy Irons, Edi Gathegi, plus Maria Bello and Karan Soni. This looks totally awkward and not that original. Could be good, could be bad, the footage isn't great. Maybe the film is better.

Here's the first official trailer (+ posters) for Brett Simon's Better Start Running, direct from YouTube:

In Better Start Running, an eclectic band of misfits becomes an unlikely family as they take a wild journey in the name of love while on the run from an overzealous FBI duo who wants to capture them dead or alive - preferably dead. Better Start Running is directed by American filmmaker Brett Simon, of only one other film, Assassination of a High School President in 2008, previously. The screenplay is written by Chad Faust and Annie Burgstede. This first premiered at the Newport Beach Film Festival earlier this spring, but not at many other fests. Freestyle Releasing will release Simon's Better Start Running in select theaters + on VOD starting October 12th coming up. For updates follow @BSRmovie. First impression? Anyone interested?

LOOK AWAY Trailer

"Why are you doing this!?" Vertical Entertainment has released an official trailer for a horror thriller film titled Look Away, the latest feature from director Assaf Bernstein (of The Debt). The twisty, not-so-clever concept involves a disconnected, insecure high school teen who switches places with her "supportive, but evil, twin that she discovers in the mirror's reflection." Who then acts out on other impulses and feelings. Look Away stars India Eisley as Maria and "Airam" (which is, obviously, just Maria spelled backwards), as well as Jason Isaacs, Mira Sorvino, Harrison Gilbertson, Penelope Mitchell, Adam Hurtig, and Kristen Harris. Looks like it will all play out exactly as expected, of course she's going to learn her lesson.

Here's the first official trailer (+ poster) for Assaf Bernstein's Look Away, direct from YouTube:

A lonely 18-year-old high schooler named Maria (India Eisley) opens up to her reflection because of the lack of support she has from family and her peers. She switches place with her supportive, but evil, twin that she discovers in the mirror's reflection, but the newfound freedom unleashes other suppressed feelings. Look Away, also known as Behind the Glass while in production, is both written and directed by Israeli filmmaker Assaf Bernstein, director of only the film The Debt previously, as well as additional TV work. This film hasn't premiered at any film festivals or anywhere else. Vertical Entertainment will release Bernstein's Look Away in select theaters + on VOD starting October 12th coming up. Anyone interested?

The Fortress UK Trailer (2018)

"Will Your Majesty succumb to the enemy king?" Signature Entertainment has released their new official UK trailer for their upcoming release of a Korean action film titled The Fortress. This already opened last year in Korea (and in the US) but is just now getting a UK release this fall. We haven't featured this trailer before, so take a look if it sounds appealing. The Fortress is the newest film from filmmaker Hwang Dong-hyuk (of My Father, Silenced, Miss Granny) set in 1636. The story is set during the Qinq invasion of Korea, when King Injo decides to in the mountains in a fortress to avoid being part of the Qing dynasty. The film stars Park Hae-il as the King, with Lee Byung-Hun, Kim Yoon-Seok, Go Soo, Park Hee-soon, and Jo Woo-jin. It looks like a gripping period piece with some big action as well as smaller intimate moments.

Here's the official UK trailer (+ posters) for Hwang Dong-hyuk's The Fortress, direct from YouTube:

During the Qing Invasion of Korea, the king and the court take refuge in a mountain fortress, where they find themselves stranded in the cold and surrounded by the enemy. The king's dilemma deepens as his people in the fortress start dying from cold and hunger. The Fortress, also known as Namhansanseong, is written and directed by Korean filmmaker Hwang Dong-hyuk, director of the films My Father, Silenced, and Miss Granny previously. Based on the novel written by Kim Hoon. This intially opened in Korea first in October last year, and already opened in the US last fall. Signature Entertainment will release The Fortressin UK cinemas starting sometime in the fall, if anyone out there still wants to see this. Maybe? Maybe not?

THE LONG DUMB ROAD Official Trailer (2018) Jason Mantzoukas, Taissa Farmiga Comedy Movie [HD]

THE LONG DUMB ROAD Official Trailer (2018) Jason Mantzoukas, Taissa Farmiga Comedy Movie [HD]

"You're one of the realest people I think I've ever met." The Film Arcade has revealed the first official trailer for indie comedy The Long Dumb Road, which premiered as the Closing Night film at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. The film stars Tony Revolori (from The Grand Budapest Hotel) as a boy leaving home to drive cross country towards college. He decides to give a ride to a stranger he randomly meets along the way. The two both find themselves at personal crossroads and decide to embark on an unplanned road trip across the American Southwest, ending up in all kinds of trouble. Comedian Jason Mantzoukas co-stars as Richard in this, along with Taissa Farmiga, Ron Livingston, Grace Gummer, Casey Wilson, Pamela Reed, Ciara Bravo, and Cynthy Wu. It's a fun road trip film, as mildly amusing as it looks here.

Here's the first official trailer (+ poster) for Hannah Fidell's The Long Dumb Road, from YouTube:

The Long Dumb Road tells the story of two very different men (Tony Revolori and Jason Mantzoukas), at personal crossroads who meet serendipitously and take an unpredictable journey through the American Southwest. At once comedic and honest, the film explores how differences in class, race, age, and life experience divide us, and how they can ultimately bring us together. The Long Dumb Road is directed by American filmmaker Hannah Fidell, director of the films We're Glad You're Here, A Teacher, and 6 Yearspreviously. The screenplay is written by Hannah Fidell & Carson Mell. This first premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, and has also played at the Newport Beach, Seattle, and LA Film Festivals. The Film Arcade will release Fidell's The Long Dumb Road in select theaters starting November 9th this fall.

Dark Phoenix - Official Trailer [HD] - 20th Century FOX

"They can't begin to comprehend what you are…" 20th Century Fox has finally debuted the first trailer for Dark Phoenix, the next big X-Men movie focusing on Jean Grey as she becomes the "Dark Phoenix". This is all connected to the previous X-Men series, and brings back a few of the characters from the most recent movies. Sophie Turner (from "Game of Thrones" and Josie) replaces Famke Janssen as Jean Grey; she already appeared in X-Men: Apocalypse in 2016 as Phoenix. The cast includes many old and new members: James McAvoy, Jennifer Lawrence, Evan Peters, Michael Fassbender, Nicholas Hoult, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Alexandra Shipp, plus Jessica Chastain, Ato Essandoh, and Scott Shepherd. This looks a bit different than expected, not as much action. And definitely more of a bigger X-Men movie than something small and focused, but perhaps they felt it was necessary to connect with audiences of all kinds.

Here's the first trailer (+ poster) for Simon Kinberg's X-Men: Dark Phoenix, direct from YouTube:

Jean Grey (Sophie Turner) begins to develop incredible powers that corrupt and turn her into a Dark Phoenix. Now the X-Men will have to decide if the life of a team member is worth more than all the people living in the world. The next saga in Fox's X-Men franchise of movies. X-Men: Dark Phoenix is directed by industry veteran, English writer-producer Simon Kinberg, making his feature directorial debut with this film after producing various superhero movies for the last 20 years, including X-Men: First Class, Days of Future Past, Logan, Deadpool, and The Martian. The screenplay is also written by Simon Kinberg, based on the "The Dark Phoenix Saga" comics storyline by John Byrne, Chris Claremont, and Dave Cockrum. After being delayed from first opening this summer, 20th Century Fox will finally release Kinberg's X-Men: Dark Phoenix in theaters everywhere starting on June 7th, 2019 next summer. First impression? Looking good?

They Shall Not Grow Old - Official Trailer - In Cinemas 16 October 2018

Get your first look at the new Peter Jackson movie! They Shall Not Grow Old is a feature documentary made by Peter Jackson and co-directed by Paul Wheatcroft. It's premiering at the London Film Festival next month, and then will open in cinemas in both 2D & 3D. The film features footage from World War I, known as "The Great War", that has been cleaned up, digitized, and colorized to look like it's modern footage from today. "Reaching into the mists of time, Jackson aims to give these men voices, investigate the hopes and fears of the veterans, the humility and humanity that represented a generation changed forever by a global war." Co-commissioned by 14-18 NOW and Imperial War Museums in association with the BBC. The initial premiere in October will include a Q&A with Peter Jackson, hosted by Mark Kermode, that will be broadcast to all the cinemas around the UK. This is just more of an introductory teaser than a real trailer. Take a look.

Here's the first trailer (+ poster) for Peter Jackson's They Shall Not Grow Old, from Twitter/YouTube:

On the centenary of the end of First World War, Peter Jackson presents They Shall Not Grow Old. Using state of the art technology to restore original archival footage which is more than 100-years old, Jackson brings to life the people who can best tell this story: the men who were there. Driven by a personal interest in the First World War, Jackson set out to bring to life the day-to-day experience of its soldiers. After months immersed in the BBC and Imperial War Museums’ archives, narratives and strategies on how to tell this story began to emerge for Jackson. Using the voices of the men involved, the film explores the reality of war on the front line; their attitudes to the conflict; how they ate; slept and formed friendships, as well what their lives were like away from the trenches during their periods of downtime. They Shall Not Grow Old is directed by Kiwi filmmaker Peter Jackson and Paul Wheatcroft. The film will premiere in the UK first for one night on October 16th this fall. For info & tickets, visit the official website. Interested?

First Trailer for Frederick Wiseman's Documentary 'Monrovia, Indiana

"Thanks for stopping by." The first official trailer has debuted for the documentary Monrovia, Indiana, the latest film by iconic doc filmmaker Frederick Wiseman. This premiered at the Venice Film Festival, played at TIFF, and is also stopping by the New York & London Film Festivals next. Monrovia, Indiana is another entry in Wiseman's observational oeuvre, taking us to a very small town in the middle of America. Wiseman explains: "During the nine weeks of filming the residents of Monrovia were helpful, friendly and welcoming and gave me access to all aspects of daily life. Life in big American cities on the east and west coasts is regularly reported on and I was interested in learning more about life in small town America and sharing my view." The film runs 2 hours, 23 minutes and is worth a watch if you're a fan of Wiseman's docs.

Here's the first official trailer (+ poster) for Frederick Wiseman's Monrovia, Indiana, from YouTube:

Frederick Wiseman's Monrovia, Indiana explores a small town in rural, mid-America and illustrates how values like community service, duty, spiritual life, generosity and authenticity are formed, experienced and lived along with conflicting stereotypes. The film gives a complex and nuanced view of daily life in Monrovia and provides some understanding of a way of life whose influence and force have not always been recognized or understood in the big cities on the East & West coasts of America or in other countries.Monrovia, Indiana is directed by legendary American doc filmmaker Frederick Wiseman, of many films including Titicut Follies, High School, Law and Order, Hospital, Missile, Blind, Ballet, Public Housing, The Garden, La Danse, Crazy Horse, At Berkeley, National Gallery, In Jackson Heights, and Ex Libris most recently. This first premiered at the Venice Film Festival, and will play at the New York Film Festival next. Zipporah Films will open Wiseman's Monrovia, Indiana in select theaters starting October 26th this fall.

WHY ARE MICROFIBER SHEETS BAD FOR YOU?

Microfiber is a synthetic man-made material which is now being used to make bed sheets. You may already know microfiber sheets are made out of 100% polyester. Microfiber is a man-made fabric rather than a natural one like cotton or linen. It consists of finely woven fibers but there are several disadvantages to it. There are many sheets available in the market but from all of them, microfiber sheets are considered more affordable when it comes to the cost. Less price means more users but most of the people actually don't know that polyester is less breathable and is probably not the best choice for those with sensitive skin.

 

Less Breath-ability

A sheet is called breathable because an air permeable sleep surface ensures a comfortable and safe sleep. Passive airflow is important not only for a good and healthy sleep, it can also save you from allergies and other problems. Keeping the fact in mind that the microfiber sheets are not breathable, it’s definitely not a comfortable choice especially in terms of hotel rooms where customers expect a comfortable night’s sleep.

Dangerous for People with Sensitive Skin

The microfiber sheets are not the right sheets for the people with sensitive skin. If you're a person who has a skin that gets irritated easily than avoid using man-made microfiber sheets. Otherwise, you'll end up having rashes or itchy skin.

 

Less Environmental

Microfiber sheets are made out of petroleum waste, the process that takes to convert the petroleum waste into microfiber emits fumes which is bad for the environment.

They’re not biodegradable

Every time you wash microfiber sheets, the fibers become loose. They make their way to your regional wastewater and the fibers are so tiny that the filters do not catch them. Ultimately, the fibers end up in the seas. They’re not biodegradable, so they stick around and often fish end up eating them.

Microfiber Affects Flammability

The surface texture of microfiber affects flammability therefore, it is dangerous for home and hotel use. This fiber can easily attract to the flame that is why it is better to avoid using microfiber in the area where the fire is easily reachable.

Static Electricity

For many people, the first thing that comes to mind when they think of a microfiber sheet is static electricity. It is supposed to keep sheets from creating static electricity. These sheets store electrons that attract other fibers like hair and gets worse during the month of winter.

Slippery Material with Less Durability

One advantage of the microfiber sheets is that it is cheaper than cotton and wrinkle resistant. But keeping the first point in mind, it is less durable which means the low cost is not a good factor. Microfiber sheets will wear out after a few washes, which means there is no value for your money when buying microfiber sheets. The sheets are also considered to be slippery You have always heard about the advantages of the microfiber but nobody has ever told you about how it can be bad for you. Let's keep it simple! If you have delicate skin, tend to sweat more, or want to serve for the better environment, then go for a natural fabric like cotton or linen.

MOST VOICE ASSISTANTS UNSKILLED FOR TRAVEL PLANNING AND BOOKING

The customers demand from the hotel has ultimately risen after the advancement of technology as compared to two years ago. The hospitality industry is reshaped globally and it is facing several changes due to the economic landscape and new developments in the hospitality sector. "Voice Assistant" is considered as one of the most impressive trends in the hospitality industry and with its wonderful features, the technology has become successful in a short time. Amazon's voice-controlled speaker Echo and the Alexa software that powers the device could be on the edge of opening up another tremendous business opportunity. According to Mizuho, the revenue generated by the two services could exceed $11 billion by 2020. The latest voice search technology has been termed as “the next billion” by the Wall Street Journal. It is never exactly clear how many skills does Amazon Alexa incorporates but according to a recent survey, it is said that Amazon Alexa Skill Count Surpasses 30,000 in the U.S. What if we say that most of the skills from this huge count are actually "unskilled" for the hotel booking and other traveling tasks? Well, in the modern time, where visualization is at its peak, and every information which is said through visual terms is absorbed more easily as compared to the composed info.

 

Every 60 seconds more than 300 hours of HD quality video are uploaded to YouTube to contribute to already massive collection of 1,300,000,000 videos. As of the second quarter of 2018, Facebook had 2.23 billion monthly active users, the number of monthly active Instagram users as of June 2018 reached 1 billion monthly active users, up from 800 million in September 2017. The count on social media increases every day because of its visual impressions and this gives a clear idea that users are more likely addicted to visual information rather than voice assistant. The voice recognition technology is great in terms of accuracy, and it is a greater replacement of human concierge in the hospitality and other industries but according to the requirements of the planning and booking tasks, the amazon echo and smart speakers failed. Travel requires visual feedback and specific answers which are inaccessible through voice technology. Before booking a room, a customer would love to see the room visually through pictures rather than listening to all the comforts that would be offered during the stay.

 

Alexa has recently launched Alexa for Hospitality, an in-room version of its voice-activated virtual assistant created mainly for the hotel industry. With these latest improvements the guests at your hotel will love and cherish the personalized experience they will have during their stay and it will be a catalyst to choose your hotel frequently. According to the B2B side, Amazon has made a great impact on the hospitality industry with the launch of "Alexa for Hospitality,” The guest at their stay will be able to control light, thermostats, blinds and more. Calling staff members for human assistance will also be made easier with this astounding technology. We cannot wait for the time when the visual appearance with these technologies will also be seen in the future.

We look forward to seeing you at the Hotel Experience 2018 - Meet us at booth #2728.

WHAT HOTELS DO CELEBRITIES STAY IN MIAMI BEACH?

Are you in hunt of a new destination for the upcoming holidays? Miami is perfectly the best spot. The international city at Florida's southeastern tip is reflected in the cafes and cigar shops that follow Calle Ocho in Little Havana.  On block islands over the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay in Miami Beach is home to South Beach. This fascinating area is famed for its bright art deco buildings, white sand, Surfside hotels and trendsetting casinos.
If you desire to experience Miami like a film star and possibly want to meet the celebrities along the way, make your booking at one of these topmost celebrity Hotels.



Soho Beach House

Founded by Soho House, a private club for the film and creative industries, this art-deco building on swanky beachside Collins Avenue offers rooms to nonmembers. Everyone comes to stay here including David Beckham and Tom Cruise.

Luxe quarters, filled with antiques, have a retro 1950's or European style. They include free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, and some have terraces, soaking tubs and ocean views.

Nonmembers agree to no photos or cell phones in common areas. The pool and beach have waiter service. Dining options include a rooftop taqueria and tequila bar, an elegant garden restaurant and an art-deco Cuban coffee bar with cigars. There's also a full-service spa, a gym and a screening room.



Madarin Oriental

This luxury hotel is 1.2 miles from Bayfront Park and 1.7 miles from the American Airlines Arena. Petra Nemcova, Jennifer Aniston, the Dali Lama and Colin Farrell have all chosen it when looking for downtown digs.

Sophisticated rooms and suites come with private balconies, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and Wi-Fi (fee), and some rooms offer free-standing tubs. Upgraded suites have complimentary airport car service, bars and private chefs.

The hotel has 2 cocktail lounges, as well as stylish restaurants for Peruvian, modern American and Asian fare. A poolside cafe serves an outdoor infinity pool and hot tub. Other amenities include an upscale spa, a fitness center and a private beach, as well as meeting space. Paid parking is available.



The Resort at Fisher Island Club

Part of the onetime estate of William Vanderbilt, these Mediterranean-style cottages, villas and suites are on a private island in Biscayne Bay. Here you'll find the biggest names including the Clintons and Prince Andrew. Some of the wealthiest people in the world have lived on the island including Oprah Winfrey and financier Martin Zweig.

The cottages and villas, dating from the 1920s, are near the historic Vanderbilt Mansion and offer private courtyards with in-ground hot tubs. Suites with limestone floors are in a guesthouse. All lodging includes personal golf carts.

The resort is accessible via a 24-hour ferry, and offers a 9-hole golf course and 18 tennis courts. Other amenities include a saltwater pool, a full-service spa and a fitness center offering private instruction. Dining options range from Italian to American comfort fare.



Delano Hotel

In trendy South Beach, this upscale art-deco hotel with a sleek Philippe Starck design is a 10-minute walk from lively Lincoln Road and a mile from Ocean Drive.

The white-on-white rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi, marble accents, and bathrooms with rainfall showers, plus flat-screen TVs, iPads and iPod docks. Ocean-view quarters add private balconies; bungalows are poolside.

There’s a landscaped pool area and a rooftop spa, plus a 24-hour fitness center with trainers and yoga instructors. Dining options include a chic Argentinian grill, a sushi bar and a luxe Oceanside beach club. There's also a cocktail bar and a subterranean bar with DJs.



Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Designed in the 1950s by architect Morris Lapidus, this buzzy, iconic hotel on Miami Beach is 11.8 miles from Miami airport and 3.1 miles from the Art Deco Historic District.
Contemporary rooms in 4 buildings feature flat-screen TVs, iMacs with Internet access, and iPod docks. Many offer ocean-view balconies. Fashionable suites and penthouses add living rooms; some have kitchens.

Amenities include hip boutique shops, trendy bars and lively nightclubs, plus several upscale dining options, including a steakhouse, a Chinese restaurant and an Italian eatery. There's also a posh spa with ocean views, along with 3 elegant ballrooms.

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Marvel Studios' Captain Marvel - Official Trailer

"I keep having these memories… I see flashes, I think I had a life here. But I can't tell if it's real." Marvel Studios + Disney have unveiled the first official trailer for the highly anticipated Captain Marvel movie, starring Brie Larson as the iconic Marvel superhero. Larson plays Carol Danvers, an Air Force fighter pilot who becomes one of the universe's most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races. Set in the 1990s, Captain Marvel is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (which includes Blockbuster!). The film stars Gemma Chan, Jude Law, Ben Mendelsohn, Lee Pace, Djimon Hounsou, Annette Bening, Colin Ford, Lashana Lynch, and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury. This is a good ole fashioned teaser, with some epic footage along with a re-introduction of Fury. So far so good!! I really enjoyed this teaser, bring it.

Here's the first trailer (+ poster) for Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck's Captain Marvel movie, from YouTube:

Set in the mid-1990s, Captain Marvel follows Carol Danvers (Brie Larson), a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, as she turns into one of the galaxy's mightiest heroes and joins Starforce, an elite Kree military team, before returning home with new questions about her past and identity when the Earth is caught in the center of an intergalactic conflict between two alien worlds. Captain Marvel is directed by American filmmakers Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck, both directors of the films Half Nelson, Sugar, It's Kind of a Funny Story, and Mississippi Grind previously. The screenplay is co-written by Meg LeFauve, Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck, Nicole Perlman, Geneva Robertson-Dworet, Liz Flahive, and Carly Mensch; based on the Marvel character created by Roy Thomas & Gene Colan. Disney-Marvel will release Boden & Fleck's Captain Marvel in theaters everywhere starting March 8th, 2019 early next year. First impression? Who's down?

Ralph Breaks the Internet | Official Trailer 2

"Who knew there were so many babies & cats in the world?" Disney has revealed another full-length official trailer for the animated sequel Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2, following the second trailer unveiled in June. Arriving in theaters in only two more months! John C. Reilly returns as the voice of Ralph, the "bad guy" who is really a good guy, from the first Wreck-It Ralph movie released in 2012. This time he follows Vanellope, voiced again by Sarah Silverman, into the internet and there they meet the "netizens", getting in all kinds of trouble and, as the title says, they wind up breaking the internet. The full cast features Taraji P. Henson, Kelly Macdonald, Kristen Bell, Mandy Moore, Alan Tudyk, Jane Lynch, Idina Menzel, Jack McBrayer, Jodi Benson, as well as Gal Gadot. The more we see from this sequel, the better it looks! I'm really impressed by this footage, it seems like a super fun time at the movies.

Full trailer (+ new poster) for Disney's Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2, from YouTube:

You can watch the first teaser trailer for Disney's Wreck-It Ralph 2 here, or the other full-length trailer here.

Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 leaves Litwak's video arcade behind, venturing into the uncharted, expansive and thrilling world of the internet—which may or may not survive Ralph’s wrecking. Video game bad guy Ralph (voice of John C. Reilly) and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz (voice of Sarah Silverman) must risk it all by traveling to the world wide web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope’s video game, Sugar Rush. In way over their heads, Ralph and Vanellope rely on the citizens of the internet—the netizens—to help navigate their way, including a webite entrepreneur named Yesss (voice of Taraji P. Henson), who is the head algorithm and the heart and soul of trend-making site BuzzzTube. Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 is again directed by animation filmmakers Rich Moore (Wreck-It Ralph, Zootopia) & Phil Johnston (co-writer Wreck-It Ralph, Cedar Rapids, co-writer Zootopia). The screenplay is written by Phil Johnston and Pamela Ribon, with Jim Reardon. Disney releases Wreck-It Ralph 2 in theaters everywhere on November 21st this fall, Thanksgiving week. Your thoughts?

WHY REAL TIME COMMUNICATION IS CRUCIAL FOR HOTELS

In the modern world, the hotels are not only about a comfy bed and luxurious bathroom, the new inventions in the tech have made it difficult for hoteliers to provide full customer satisfaction to the guest on their stay. Whether the guest at your hotel is a business traveler or a family who has come for spending vacations, travelers expect their hotel to be a reliable, pleasant, and even luxurious for a memorable experience. Have you ever thought about how some hotels manage to get remarkable reviews from their customers again and again? Hotel guest looks in for some luxury and comfort on their stay with an affordable budget. While searching for hotel rooms online, most of the travelers search in for hotels that have attractive rooms with modern style bedding and bathrooms, but now, the time has fully changed, the travelers expect the hotels to be more tech-savvy. The excellent plan to provide guests the seamless experience is to let them get in touch with you on the spot. Guests want to be prepared to continue with their trip with lighter application or difficulties. By facilitating real-time interaction with your hotel, you’ll be able to provide guests with the accessibility that optimizes their stay.

 

Oracle report for Hospitality Industry

According to an Oracle report, Hotel 2025, 68% of hotel operators predict that the use of robots for check-in and checkout will be mainstream by 2025. Many hotels have already adopted AI for the best customer experience and in the meantime, it has become a necessity for the hospitality sector to move on with new technologies. The study reveals that 64% of U.S. hotel guests think it’s necessary for hotels to invest in technology that improves the guest experience. The same report explained that 94% of business travelers and 80% of leisure travelers want to use their smartphones to demand service and message staff, highlighting the value of real-time communication.

The hotels should invest in technologies that before booking a room, the guest can be able to communicate with the hotelier through mobile phone applications. It is important to give the guest various ways for that real-time communication. Let us see how?




 

Live Chat Tool A live chat tool is basically an on-the-spot messaging system that is specially authorized to your hotel's website. It connects potential customers to a service agent in real time. This services can help the guest in many ways while planning to book a room in your hotel. Many people hesitate to call in every single hotel to inquire about the rooms and more, therefore, with this system the person can directly ask the questions regarding booking and pricing. Hotel’s Smartphone Applications There was a time when calling the front desk and concierge for assistance was the laziest thing to do. You need to get up from the bed and reach the hotel extension for calling someone. Today's hotel customers can text hotel team members on Smartphone Apps. At the Marriott International and Hilton Honors apps, the guest can finish the check-in process before arriving, unlock the room with a mobile key and even text the hotel staff for inquiries. Other brands, such as Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Loews Hotels, are developing this technology.

According to John Lubanski, an AAA Diamond inspection manager, a hotel's quality of connective technology will become an industry standard that will factor into how AAA rates properties in the future.

Social Media Appearance

 There is not a single hotel left who doesn't have a social media channel, but from all, only half of the channels are active. It is important to respond to the queries of customers on social mediums, and if a guest tags your page in any of their memorable journeys, make sure to greet them well. Facilitating real-time communication will surely give your guests exceptional comfort and enhance the experience of your own team to optimize the guest experience.  

WHAT IS A MATTRESS ENCASEMENT AND WHY YOU NEED ONE FOR YOUR HOTEL BED?

We all must know that hotels and resorts can be invaded by pests or parasites. The small-reddish brown insects live happily on the hotel sheeting and can ride back to your guest’s home on clothing and luggage. These tiny bed bugs keep them alive by feeding on the blood of people and animal, normally at night.

The bugs do not spread any infections but “their bites can cause itchy, irritating welts that prompt excessive scratching and can keep your guest up at night," says Consumer Reports, chief medical adviser, Marvin M. Lipman, M.D.

These bugs take very less time to ruin a hotel’s reputation and can be the reason for losing many customers in the future. Before a bed-bug encounter with your guest during their vacation, it’s better to take all the safety measures.

Mattress encasement is a removable cover which sits on the mattress to protect it from allergens and irritants such as dust mites, bed bugs, mold, and dead skin (like dandruff). Most of the people aren't aware of the importance of these encasement, some might think that it's an additional investment to a hotel room and it can be costly, but finding the right encasement can ensure years of sound and restful sleep for the all the guest coming to stay and can be a great source of protection from bugs and mites.



To take the benefit from the beneficial features of these encasements, pair them up a quality mattress cover. The mattress encasement seals out the dust and mites while the cover can safeguard your guests against spills and accidents. Moreover, it can block the growth of bacteria, provide additional padding and keep your guest cool with its heat management feature.

At D-ZEE we manufacture and distribute an extensive range of essential, elegant and durable hospitality products. Our mission is to provide the hospitality industry with products that promise durability, endurance, and value. We aim to drive out a hotel’s excess costs by supplying it with high-quality products at unbeatable prices. With over 15 years of experience in the business, we understand the needs of our customers due to which all our products go through rigorous quality control systems to ensure that they withstand institutional laundering and deliver a significantly higher number of washes.

D-Zee’s Mattress Encasement

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WHAT SAAS MEANS FOR YOUR HOTEL STAFF

PMS systems in the major upscale hotels are common nowadays.  A property management system is a complete software application utilized to meet objectives like adjusting the operational roles of the front office, sales, planning, and reporting etc. The best property management system (PMS) is a principal factor in hotel progress.

Holding a system that performs front desk workflows efficiently, will generate a seamless guest experience. Besides the bounty of new technology in the property management systems industry, there is no point to upgrade your old PMS. But operating these systems isn't much easy as it requires on-property servers, device as well as on-site IT expertise.

Hotels with big pockets can afford all the expenditures of expensive PMS but for the small hotels, the SaaS Hotel Management Software dropped the restriction by giving them a chance to take advantage of new technology in affordable cost.

After the implementation of new and advanced systems the staff is taking a lot benefit but at the same time these systems have also make the life of hotel staff easier. Let’s have a look at what SaaS means for your hotel staff?



Enhanced Customer Experience

The use of SaaS has made the life of hotel staff easier in a way that they can offer services to the guest right from anywhere. Before the implementation of this technology, the front desk officers were required to sit in a single place for long hours to assist the arriving guest. But, SaaS has changed the overall process by allowing the officers to use an attractive feature which has the ability to remove fixed locations and space limitations.



Improved Internal Communications

SaaS has also helped in improving the internal communication between the staff members and at the end creating productivity. The hotel staff can use the tablets or phones to keep a track on the arriving guest and make sure everything is ready. Housekeepers can also get full details about the guest so that they can clean up the required rooms before the arrival. The team members have to often communicate during the duty, and for the big hotels, it is always not possible to reach the staff member and assign particular work. This system can also be useful in such ways.



Eliminates Front Desk Calls

A hotel is a place where the front desk phone keeps ringing, and most of the time, the person who is actually answering them becomes exhausted. By the use of SaaS, 80% of the calls made to the front office eliminates which indirectly cuts down 50% of the operational costs.



Easy Bookings and Payments

In association with mobile, SaaS can assist and even fully automate the method of checking guests in and out. The hotel staff can also process orders, bookings, and payments directly from a tablet or mobile device. This not only reduces the manual work in the hotel but also lessens the burden of the hotel staff and makes the process easier and quicker.

Summary

In the end, the conclusion to all this debate is that the technology has made our life easier, especially for the hotel management. These systems not only help the hotelier in enhancing back-end operations but also provide a flexible, relaxing, and affordable service as compared to the traditional yet expensive PMS.

Radhika Apte REVEALS her #MeToo moment, says a co-star offered midnight backrub

Radhika Apte REVEALS her[/caption] Radhika Apte, one of the most talented actresses that the Hindi film industry has, shed light on her own #MeToo movement. The movement that took Hollywood by storm had many celebrities coming out and sharing their sexual harassment stories, which eventually paved way for better anti-sexual harassment policies in work places to curb such incidents. While Bollywood has yet not participated or come up with its own #MeToo movement, Radhika says that to bring such a movement to the Indian entertainment industry, artistes need to have a good support system. The 33-year-old actress said not only women but men also need to "come out of their fears" and share their stories of harassment and sexual abuse. In fact the Ghoul fame Radhika, shared her own #MeToo moment at the event. Radhika said, "I can share one incident that happened recently, I had actually hurt my back. We did the shoot and I was heading back to my room with another guy who was in the same lift. He was part of the film but we had not spoken much. He said that, 'Let me know if you need me in the middle of the night for help, I can come and give your back a rub'." "But the good part was that the atmosphere on the sets was so easy and comfortable, I told the filmmakers and they had a meeting with him in person. Then I came to know that the culture that he comes from is such that he didn't realise that he made me uncomfortable with that statement. However, later he never made me feel uncomfortable and apologised," the Sacred Games actress revealed. Radhika Apte also went on to say, "The main cause is power game. Be it religious, sexual or economical- it happens everywhere. Nobody wants to lose their power," she added during a session at the India Today Mind Rocks 2018. The #MeToo movement began with allegations of sexual harassment and rape against Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein and triggered a global movement. It eventually led to structural changes in Hollywood and the launch of the Time's Up campaign. Source : dnaindia

iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max carrier deals: Buy one, get one $700 off; $0 per month with eligible trade & more

iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max carrier deals: Buy one, get one $700 off; $0 per month with eligible trade & more

Now that preorders have begun for Apple's iPhone XS and XS Max, wireless carriers are offering deals on the new devices. We're rounding up where to get the best discounts, including buy one, get one $700 off promotions.

AT&T Wireless

Kicking off our wireless deal roundup is AT&T Wireless. The wireless giant has added Apple's iPhone XS and XS Max to its popular "buy one, give one" program, which provides shoppers with $700 off when two qualifying devices are purchased. The promotion requires users to buy both devices on AT&T Next with a minimum wireless plan of $65 per month (combined) after the discount. It also requires a new line in order to secure up to $700 off in credits over 30 months. As with other wireless deals, if service is canceled, the device balance becomes due. An activation fee of $30 does apply. Find out how to take advantage of the deal by visiting AT&T Wireless' website.

Verizon Wireless

Like AT&T, Verizon Wireless is running its own buy one, get one $700 off promotion. Shoppers can mix and match any two iPhone XS Max, XS, X, 8 Plus or 8 256GB devices, and you will need to add a new line to one of the phones. You'll then see a credit of $29.16 per month over 24 months on your bill. If you do not wish to add a line and have an old device lying around, you can instead take advantage of Verizon's $100 trade-in deal with the iPhone XS or XS Max. To qualify, you must have a qualifying trade-in that's in good working and cosmetic condition. You'll then see $100 over 24 months as a small monthly credit starting in one to two billing cycles. This ends when the balance is fully paid, or if you cancel or transfer your line to another plan. Luckily, if the market value of your trade-in is higher than $100, you'll get the full value as an account credit in one to two billing cycles. The following iPhones are eligible for the trade-in promotion:  

• iPhone X
• iPhone 8 Plus
• iPhone 8
• iPhone 7 Plus
• iPhone 7
• iPhone 6s Plus
• iPhone 6s
• iPhone 6 Plus
• iPhone 6
• iPhone 5s
• iPhone SE

Devices from other brands also qualify, including:  

• Google Pixel 2
• Google Pixel 2 XL
• Google Pixel
• Google Pixel XL
• LG V30
• LG V20
• LG V10
• LG G6
• LG G5
• LG G4
• Motorola Z2 Force
• Motorola Z Force
• Motorola Z2 Play
• Motorola Z Play
• Motorola Z Droid
• Motorola Z Play
• Motorola Turbo 2
• Samsung GS9
• Samsung GS9+
• Samsung GS8
• Samsung GS8+
• Samsung GS7
• Samsung 7 Edge
• Samsung 7 Active
• Samsung GS6
• Samsung 6 Edge
• Samsung 6 Edge+
• Samsung 6 Active
• Samsung GS5
• Samsung GS4
• Samsung Note 8
• Samsung Note 5
• Samsung Note 4
• Samsung Note Edge
• HTC 10
• HTC M9/M9+

Sprint is also running a promotion that offers shoppers the 64GB iPhone XS for $0 per month after a $41.67 per month credit. You must have an eligible trade-in and sign up for Sprint Flex Lease, the latter of which includes Sprint's iPhone Forever perk, allowing you to return and upgrade to the latest iPhone any time after 12 lease payments. Those wanting the new iPhone XS Max are also eligible for a discount under the same terms. However, the monthy payment will be $4.17 per month with an eligible trade-in. Full terms and conditions can be found on Sprint's website. Offer ends Sept. 27 Source : Appleinsider

Olivia Culpo Goes Nude for Empowering Sports Illustrated Photo Shoot on the Season Finale of Model Squad

Olivia Culpo Goes Nude for Empowering Sports Illustrated Photo Shoot on the Season Finale of Model Squad

Olivia Culpo has landed the photo shoot of her dreams! In the season finale of Model Squad, the influencer not only learns she landed the Sports Illustrated shoot she had been working over two years for, she also finds out she will get to share a message to the world in the process. "You're gonna shoot in New York," Olivia's manager Nikki explained. "You will be naked. You will body paint a message that you want to get out to the world on your body." At the shoot, Olivia not only bared it all, she barred her soul to empower the magazine's readers. "One thing that I always tell myself is, 'You are enough. Who you are right now is enough,'" Olivia revealed about the theme behind her body paint. The road to Sports Illustrated wasn't easy for Olivia, but she wasn't the only model who had a difficult journey this season. Nadine Leopold opened up about the rough road to landing the coveted Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. "Nadine, how is prepping for the VS going?" Fellow model Devon Windsor asked. "I have been working every single day and I'm really grateful, but it's stressful because it's so much pressure already and it's just like, a lot," Nadine confessed. What it ultimately came down to for Nadine, was feeling good about herself on one of the world's most watched runways. "In school I got bullied for being too tall and too skinny and then I came into the fashion world and suddenly I was too big and my weight was going up and down all the time," the Austrian model explained. "I got so much pressure and because I was working so much it turned into a huge problem." The model broke down explaining her past struggles with an eating disorder, but was happy she came out on the other side of it. "I hit a point where I realized that I have to really change my life if I want to be healthy and accomplish my goals," Nadine added. But it's been through these ups and downs, off and on the runway that girls of Model Squadhave been able to forge an ever-lasting bond. "It's moments like this where I'm just so thankful for all of the opportunities I get, the people I meet and work with. It makes it all worth it in the end," a grateful Devon gushed to the camera. Miss any Model Squad moments? Binge watch the entire season on E! Now.  

Update: Hailey Baldwin Confirms She and Justin Bieber Are Not Yet Married

The model quickly shut down wedding speculation.

Update, 4:52 p.m.: Hailey Baldwin confirmed on Twitter that she is not yet married to Justin Bieber, debunking a new report from People stating the couple tied the knot at an NYC courthouse yesterday.

"I understand where the speculation is coming from, but I’m not married yet!" she tweeted. She also shared the post on her Instagram Story to spread the word.

The wait for the Bieber-Baldwin nuptials continues...

Original story, 2:33 p.m.: People reports that Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin have secretly married after quietly visiting a marriage license courthouse in New York City yesterday.

"They went ahead and did it without listening to anyone," a source close to the couple told the site. According to the photo TMZ published yesterday, Bieber and Baldwin appeared to arrive at the courthouse sans an entourage.

The news arrives two months after the couple got engaged in July in the Bahamas. They have not yet publicly addressed the wedding rumors.

 

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Was gonna wait a while to say anything but word travels fast, listen plain and simple Hailey I am soooo in love with everything about you! So committed to spending my life getting to know every single part of you loving you patiently and kindLY. I promise to lead our family with honor and integrity letting Jesus through his Holy Spirit guide us in everything we do and every decision we make. My heart is COMPLETELY and FULLY YOURS and I will ALWAYS put you first! You are the love of my life Hailey Baldwin and I wouldn’t want to spend it with anybody else. You make me so much better and we compliment eachother so well!! Can’t wait for the best season of life yet!. It’s funny because now with you everything seems to make sense! The thing I am most excited for is that my little brother and sister get to see another healthy stable marriage and look for the same!!! Gods timing really is literally perfect, we got engaged on the seventh day of the seventh month, the number seven is the number of spiritual perfection, it’s true GOOGLE IT! Isn’t that nuts? By the way I didn’t plan that, anyways My goodness does feel good to have our future secured! WERE GONNA BE BETTER AT 70 BABY HERE WE GO! “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains FAVOR from the Lord!” This is the year of favor!!!!

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A "religious source" who "spoke to the family" confirmed to People that Bieber and Baldwin are now legally married. However, they're still slated to have a ceremony "soon" to celebrate their nuptials with family and friends. "They’re going to have a big blowout, in front of God and everyone they love," the source said.

However, TMZ also reported today that Justin and Hailey's actual wedding could take place as early as next week. The event is speculated to take out of the country, likely in Canada, Bieber's home country. The site added, "We're told they will still have a blowout party next year, but they don't want to wait that long to seal the deal."

The tabloid was also the first to report Bieber and Baldwin's courthouse cameo yesterday. Sources told the site that the pop star got emotional during the visit and told his fiancée, "I can't wait to marry you, baby." He also reportedly thanked a court official for "keeping it on the DL."

The craziest part? If Justin and Hailey did tie the knot yesterday afternoon, she still made an appearance at a Bare Minerals event later that evening.

Source : harparbazar