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Flush Mount Lighting is the right Choice for your Home
By: Cairoglitz Lights
Tags: Lighting, Home Decor, Interior Design

A home may not be home true the sense of how it is understood by us. This is being mentioned because we are a social animal and apart from aspects which comes under the purview of natural science, most of our definitions, perceptions are based on constructs, which originates from the society.

So, when does a home becomes truly a home?

There are a number of aspects, which are features at the top portion of one’s priority list like water connection, a functioning toilet, a kitchen and of course then comes electricity and the following appliances and fixtures. If we consider all these factors we can survive. Hover, a house is built to so that we can provide shelter and eventually survive. When it come to living, we need to create a home for use. This need by default paves the way for concerning ourselves with aesthetics.

Now aesthetically speaking, Light Fixtures are indeed an important factor, not only to be considered but also to be pondered upon. It endows our house with a sense of geniality that enlivens the house and contributes to the partial fulfilment of turning a brick and mortar house into what we understand as a home. The basic functions of light fixtures in the house is to make the area hazard free. A Flush Mount Light is typically a dome-shaped light fixture that is mounted flush to the ceiling.

Also, Read related Blog:Wall Sconces or Pendant Lighting- Beautiful & Soothing for Your Eyes
Valery Peltier — The Evolving Need for Property Consultants in the Real Estate Market
By: Valery Peltier
Tags: Valery Peltier, Property

Valery Peltier — The Evolving Need for Property Consultants in the Real Estate Market

Purchasing a property demands considering multiple aspects that can affect the property purchase later. The location, the price, and the market around, everything that concerns your stay should be looked into beforehand.

Did you notice how people crib about their stay because of the surrounding area and multiple concerns?

Why take the risk and make your decision questionable when all of this can be controlled by hiring the best property consultants near you?

How can property consultants help you?

When you say property consultant, you talk about a professional who knows in and out about the field. From the decision-making to finishing the entire property purchase, property consultants assist you throughout. Getting hold of professionals like Valery Peltier for your requirements can be the best thing. They keep you completely stress-free when it comes to dealing with the negotiations, location, and surrounding checks.

Today, more and more people understand the need for professionals while taking a big step. Obviously, knowing intrinsically about real estate for an ordinary person is unexpected. On the other hand, property consultants can provide with their experience and knowledge while you worry about other areas.
Accessing custom Properties from JBoss AS
By: Blog Moove-It
Tags: Java Ee, Java Enterprise, Jboss, Properties

Hi everyone !

I have this issue / trouble several times. I would love share this tips with the JBoss coomunity … particularity JBoss Application Server (AS) developers.

Problem:

I have a scenario to access certain key values from a config file. I need Access to this properties file from a Java application (WAR or JAR) deployed in a JBoss AS

Solutions

1- Hard Code the path (no please !!)

Hard Code the path and create a Properties instance.

InputStream inStream = new FileInputStream(PATH_CONFIG+"config.properties");

Properties instance = new Properties();

instance.load(inStream); //access to a property

String value = instance.getProperty(key);

2- Using JBoss System Properties (almost)

Avoid to Hard Code … use a tool from JBoss. System.getProperty()

JBoss allows access to a standard set of properties. For instance: jboss home dir (“jboss.server.home.dir). Here I share some piece of code to make an instance of this properties file.

String path = System.getProperty("jboss.server.home.dir")+"/conf/config.properties";

InputStream inStream = new FileInputStream(path);

Properties instance = new Properties();

instance.load(inStream); //access to a property

String value = instance.getProperty(key);

3- Using Resource bundle (the best !)

JBoss AS add to the classpath a lot of folders and jars. One of them is the “config” folder into the server domain. eg. “server/default/conf”

ResourceBundle objects contain an array of key-value pairs. You specify the key, which must be a String, when you want to retrieve the value from the ResourceBundle. The value is the locale-specific object.

When you create a ResourceBundle this properties file must be in the classpath.

Then we could:

ResourceBundle instance = ResourceBundle.getBundle("project.config"); //access to a property

String value = instance.getString(key);

In this example the file “config.properties” must be inside a “project” folder declared in the classpath, for instance: “config”

That’s all folk !
Buying Texas Land: Deed Restrictions
By: Texas Vlb
Tags: Property, Real Estate Investments, Veterans, Texas, Land

Buying Texas Land: Deed Restrictions

Deed restrictions are private, contractual covenants that govern the use of a lot or parcel of land. In most cases a deed restriction is in the form a written document that is recorded with the county register of deeds records where the property is located. These documents can sometimes be known as “Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.”

Typically restrictions are placed on real property by the property owner with the intent to enhance the value of that property. Though some restrictions affect subsequent owners of the property for a stated term, most deed restrictions are permanent and tied to the land, and generally bind all current and future owners of the lot or parcels involved. Excepting compliance with laws and public policies, the subject matter or nature of a restriction has no limitations.

If you’re considering the purchase of acreage within a residential subdivision, deed restrictions and architectural control guidelines may exist. Often times property developers or property owners associations enforce deed restrictions to ensure the continuity of a subdivision or land tract. These restrictions and guidelines should be available through the property developer’s sales information center.

Common deed restrictions may include:

No livestock

No hunting

No mobile homes

Easements and usage of easements

No further splits or land divisions

No outdoor storage of junk, RV’s, trailers, etc.

Designation of a property for commercial or industrial use

Prohibition on selling or transferring property to governmental units for public use

To find out what, if any, deed restrictions are attached to a particular piece of acreage, visit the county courthouse in the county where the land is located to check the county deed records.

For questions about the VLB Land Loan Program please visit TexasVeterans.com or call our Texas Veterans Call Service Center at 1–800–252–8387 or send us an email.

For more information about deed restrictions see the following articles:

Governing Property Use: Living with Deed Restrictions

by Judon Fambrough and Cindy Dickson, Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University

Creating, Changing, Extending Deed Restrictions

by Judon Fambrough, Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University

Texas Property Code: Title 11 Restrictive Covenants
Felix Peltier — What all to Consider While Buying a Property
By: Felix Peltier
Tags: Felix Peltier, Property Development, Property, Buy, Sell

Felix Peltier — What all to Consider While Buying a Property

Buying a property is already a huge step that can put you in financial compromise for a long time. Purchasing property means getting bound by the economic crunch and getting the space developed soon. Like family planning is a proven and successful concept, property planning also falls in the same category. You cannot hold property in your name without giving it a comprehensive thought.

You can get in touch with the best property consultants and developers like Felix Peltier to understand the field profoundly and then make a thoughtful decision.

Things to consider when buying a property:

1. Budget is the foremost concern that pins you when it comes to collecting an expensive asset.

2.The next thing to consider is the location of the property. You should study the market and decide your potential location considering a few applicable attributes.

3. One most important factor to consider is connectivity and transportation facilities. These are the two inevitable factors you should consider before deciding on the property.

4. Social infrastructure should be taken into serious consideration when deciding on buying a property. It is hard to sustain in an environment with inadequate social infrastructure facilities.

The process is daunting yet exciting. Get in touch with Felix Peltier to get valuable insight into property purchase and development. ​​​​​​​
BOOK YOUR FREE VIRTUAL PORTFOLIO
Tags: Property, Real Estate, Business, Jobs

property lettings glasgow

BOOK YOUR FREE VIRTUAL PORTFOLIO

Landlords with larger rental portfolios can have specific issues. Whether these are high administrative costs, or problems maintaining compliance or with communal repairs, these are issues that can be both time-consuming and costly.

Managing a portfolio of properties on your own is never easy, but especially under the current circumstances and restrictions linked to covid-19, you might benefit from an expert opinion.

You can get a no-obligation review from us of all or part of your portfolio highlighting where it is possible to make savings and increase returns. We can also assist landlords looking to build up portfolios or, alternatively, looking to sell rental properties.

JLC Property Lettings Glasgow has a thorough knowledge of the rental market in Glasgow and surrounding areas means that you will receive a rental valuation of the properties in your portfolio that will reflect the property and local area. This allows maximum return for you once the property is let while ensuring that the rent represents value for tenants and the property is let quickly.

Please get in touch with us if you would like any additional information.
Kid Cudi Arrested for Drugs and Destruction of Property in NYC
By: Shabooty
Tags: Arrest, Drug, Kid Cudi, NYC, Property

Kid Cudi (Cage’s BFF) Popped for Drugs and Destruction of Property in NYC

Beta male rappers attack? Apparently that’s the case in NYC:

TMZ has learned Kid Cudi was arrested in NYC today for felony criminal mischief and possession of a controlled substance. Sources say Kid took a 24-year-old woman’s phone and slammed it to smithereens. He also allegedly broke the door of her apartment off its hinges. Cops arrived and found a glass bottle of a controlled substance.

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Here’s the TV Guide Story:

Kid Cudi was arrested Friday on charges of felony criminal mischief and criminal possession of a controlled substance, a spokesman for the New York Police Department said. The 26-year-old Grammy-nominated rapper (real name: Scott Mescudi) allegedly destroyed a woman’s phone and broke her apartment door off its hinges, according to TMZ, which first reported the news.

The funny part of all of this is I am assuming it happened in or around SoHo NYC, aka SoManyHoMos… sigh. This kid needs to chill out with these petty crimes, but then again, he got charged with a felony?

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Publishers sue Google over scanning of printed material
Tags: Intellectual, Property

Five publishers are suing Google for the scanning of print material for the Search giant’s online library project.

The suit seeks a declaration that the Web search leader commits



infringement when it scans entire books covered by copyright without



permission of the copyright owner.

But according to Google,

Creating an easy-to-use index of books is fair use under copyright law



and supports the purpose of copyright: to increase the awareness and



sales of books, directly benefiting copyright holders …

…

Supporters of the Google Print project say the scanning of the full



text of the books is necessary to create a searchable catalog of the



books located within the five libraries’ collections. Google says it



has no plans to make full copies of copyrighted works available without



their owners’ permission.

Google is considered to be the de facto technology for searching the Internet, and even other things (i.e. with Google Desktop, etc.). I think it would have been advantageous to the publishers if Google had coverage of text in existing printed material. Yes, this could be abused, but I’m pretty sure Google has learned its lesson from the issue over its caching web pages. And the company would surely have the technology to control access over the scanned copyrighted material.

Heck, I’d even think Google has enough resources to just buy off the rights to the material! Or would they?

All five of the publishers named as plaintiffs in the latest lawsuit



have participated in Google’s publisher program, according to the



company.

Why the sudden turnaround?

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intellectual property
Clients Are Ready To Travel, Provided Hotels Meet Certain Criteria
Tags: Hospitality, Travel, Business, Hotel, Hms

70% of hotels have already implemented or are planning to implement contactless technologies, while 70% of customers prefer hotels centered around self-service. Another important thing is that very few decide to travel without proper insurance.

As Oracle and Skift research has shown, after a long period of isolation people are ready to travel against all odds.

However, travelers now have strict demands to hotels when it comes to cleaning and technological features. As a result, 70% of hotels have implemented or are planning to implement contactless check-in and check-out, food delivery, room service, etc. 90% of hotels clean and disinfect more often, while 89% train their personnel the relevant skills for a safer way of providing services.

“As the hospitality industry turns a corner on the road to recovery, technology will be critical to protecting travelers and workers alike,” says Alex Alt, senior VP and general manager at Oracle Hospitality. He also noted that safety rightly remains consumers’ top priority when they consider traveling, and said “hospitality industry is doubling down on technology to facilitate social distancing and reduce face to face interaction for guests’ protection”.
Spreading Joye
By: Joey Mcgirr
Tags: Hotel, Business, Marketing, Word Of Mouth, Social Media

Spreading Joye

No. That’s not a typo.

Yes, at this time of year, it’s common to spread JOY everywhere we go. However, this is the kind of thing I tend to look for all throughout the year. The JOYE “who” spreads joy.

Meet JOYE.

Joye recently stayed at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Logan. UT. This is what she had to say, on Facebook, about her stay: I love staying at the Logan SpringHill Suites by Marriott because the staff is always so welcoming. They also provide herbal teas and hot chocolate in the lobby, not just the usual coffee. The rooms are spacious and clean.

Joye could have stayed anywhere, but she stays at the SpringHill Suites when she is in Logan, UT.

Joye could have said nothing, but she shared her love for this particular hotel, “…because the staff is always so welcoming.” They, “…provide herbal teas and hot chocolate in the lobby, not just the usual coffee.” And ,”The rooms are spacious and clean.”

Joye is a better marketer than any hotel. WHY? Because people listen to their friends. You do it. I do it. We all care about our friends opinions. Before some stranger on Facebook, Yelp or TripAdvisor. And WAY more than any brand!

Joye has 530 friends on Facebook! How many of them love the SpringHill Suites in Logan, UT? I don’t know, but it’s a good bet they’ll consider staying there the next time they visit.

The best part? We did not pay, coerce, bribe, force or incentivize her to write this post. Her sentiment is 100% genuine. She’s just being honest. Sometimes, we get so caught up in running our businesses that we forget who we run them for. This season, stop to thank those who take the time to thank you for all that you do.

Now, the only question remaining is: How can we find more Joye?
Conferences — Meeting — Events in Thessaloniki Hotels
By: A.D. Imperial Palace
Tags: Conference, Meetings, Hotel

Conferences — Meeting — Events in Thessaloniki Hotels

Despite the difficult economic situation of Greece and the huge instability which threatens most of the sectors of the economy and of the society, some sectors grew up in the microeconomics of the city named Thessaloniki.

In the last 2 years mainly observed an increase in the sector of ​​ conferences and events organization in the city of Thessaloniki. The causes are varied. On the one side are the particular color and the great legacy of the city within the country and on the other hand are mainly the movements made by private initiative. Most hotels in Thessaloniki have added services that offer customers a well-equipped event and conference rooms. The cost of organizing a conference or an event is the city of Thessaloniki lower than in another competing city.

The hotel a.d. Imperial Palace offering two conference rooms 150 and 180 people respectively is one more reason for this increase. One of the hotels in Thessaloniki that stand out in the field of conferences and events is definitely the hotel ad Imperial Palace. The hotel conferences rooms are hosted with great success any type of event including conferences, lectures, samplings, seminars etc. Each conference room of a.d. Imperial Palace can be configured based on the needs and desires of each organizer. The participants in the various events held at the hotel have easy access to the area as the hotel is privileged located in the center of Thessaloniki, while for those who are come from another city have the opportunity to combine their visit with a stay in one of the lovely rooms of the hotel. Moreover, within walking distance from the hotel is guarded 24 hour operation parking, which offers special rates for the guests of the hotel.

With the forecasts to be very hopeful for this year we only have to wish this increase not only to stop but to become bigger.
LockTrip Integrates Firo as a Payment Method for its Travel Marketplace
By: Locktrip.Com, Loc Token, Official Blog
Tags: Locktrip, Hotel, Crypto, Blockchain, Bitcoin

As part of our recently announced partnership with Firo, we have now completed the integration of Firo as a payment method on the LockTrip.com travel marketplace.

Holders can now use their Firo coins to book more than 2.1 million hotels & properties, as well as flights from 1,000 different airlines on the marketplace. Paying with Firo allows customers to save an additional 2% in cost, which would otherwise go to your bank and payment processors.

This is in addition to the amazing savings of up to 60% available on the marketplace, thanks to its unique reverse-auctioning model.

Firo Landing Page

Firo now has its own landing page, integrated into the LockTrip marketplace. It offers a brief description of what LockTrip is and how FIRO holders can unlock amazing savings via their holdings.

It also sheds light on the benefits of using FIRO instead of paying with a credit card. The landing page will help capture and convert traffic coming from the Firo project and various social media campaigns.

About Firo

Firo is the new brand name of Zcoin. The digital currency has a strong focus on developing new privacy features and has been the gold standard of trustless, on-chain privacy since 2016.

Firo have just released their next generation privacy protocol Lelantus, which introduces a burn-and-redeem model that allows users to burn (or destroy) coins of arbitrary amounts — even partial ones — and redeem brand new coins that do not appear to have previous transaction histories associated with them.

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10 Hospitality Vocabularies You Should Know
By: Yvonne Joseph, The Hospitality Queen
Tags: Hotel, Travel, Restaurant Business, Restaurant, Hotel Marketing

Do you want to kickstart a career in hospitality?

Here are 10 hospitality vocabularies you should know:

ADR: Average Daily Rate is the revenue generated by the income from hotel rooms sold, divided by the total number of rooms sold.

ARR: Average Room Rate is the total room revenues divided by the number of rooms occupied, excluding any rooms offered as complimentary.

MOD: Manager on Duty, the ‘main’ guy looking after the smooth running of the hotel operations.

OTA: Online Travel Agencies are a 3rd party that often sell a hotel’s room inventory on their behalf in exchange for a commission fee.

PAX: In hotel management, it refers to “No. of Guests”. You might come across terms such as 1000 Pax Wedding, 03 Pax per room pertaining to the number of people involved in each case.

PMS: Property Management System is essentially a software that manages the operating activities of the hotel and oversees and coordinates the relationship with the customer and services.

PRPN: Per Room, Per Night.

RevPAR: Revenue Per Available Room is the total cost of the guest room divided by the number of available rooms in the hotel.

Rack Rate: Simply put, the standard or asking price for a room, before any discounts are applied is termed as rack rate.

PMS: Property Management System is essentially a software that manages the operating activities of the hotel and oversees and coordinates the relationship with the customer and services

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Luxury Hotels InLehLadakh Offering The Best Consolation!
By: James Martel
Tags: Hotel, Resorts, Accommodations

Luxury Hotels InLehLadakh Offering The Best Consolation!

Ladakh is a city of high passes that surprises people with exotic land and present the best picture of the nature. Spanned amidst two the most famous mountain ranges — the Himalayas and the Karakoram, Ladakh furnishes the most eye-catchy landscape that you cannot find from any other place in the world.LehLadakh is such a wonderland for adventure seekers, naturalists and explorers. For countless wonderful elements of tourists’ attraction, LehLadakh is now listed among top 10 the best tourists destinations in India.

Whenever, you plan for visiting LehLadakh and hope for luxury stay, then make sure to book your accommodation in luxury hotels in LehLadakh. There are several luxury hotels in LehLadakh that all claim to cater the best amenities, high level hospitality and amazing services to enhance the trip to this enchanting location — LehLadakh. Apart from high level of accommodation options, this beautiful city has several things that fascinate vacationers time and again.

LehLadakh — A Place Of Several Gompas –

Being close to Tibet, the culture of LehLadakh is quite inspired with Tibetan culture. It is a reason, you can find several Gompas and monasteries here. For such a great availability of monasteries and Gompas, LehLadakh is known as the home of Gompas. It attracts numerous Buddhists every year. To experience the uniqueness of these Gompas, people from other religions also love visiting this region.

What To See In LehLadakh –

On your tour to LehLadakh, you can see several famous attractions of the city like Royal Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Zorawar Fort, Chamba Temple, Victory Tower, War Museum, Let Trekking trails, NamgyalTsemoGompa, Thiksey Monastery, SaniMonsatery, HemisGompa, AlchiGompa and many more.

To make your tour more happening, book luxury hotels in LehLadakh from Saboo resorts which is famous for delivering outstanding tour experience in this place.
South Indian Restaurants in Madurai
Tags: Food, South Indian Food, South Indian Restaurant, Hotel, Madurai

For someone who wants lots of different options for South Indian food in Madurai at a very pocket-friendly price, The South Indian Restaurant — Madurai should be a go-to place. The wide menu will ensure you get to taste a variety of lip-smacking dishes, and the portion sizes will leave your tummy absolutely full; no guilt, whatsoever.

Biryani is a specially prepared rice dish with different layers that are mixed together with different seasonings, vegetables, and or meats. It can be offered with vegetables or chicken. Raita, a type of yogurt dressing is often given to pair with the biryani.

If people who are eagerly looking for the Best South Indian Restaurants in Madurai, South Indian Restaurants in Madurai, South Indian Restaurants in Anna Bus Stand Madurai, South Indian Restaurants in Collector Office Road Madurai, Best Indian Restaurants in Madurai, Best Restaurants in Madurai then you can try most popular one namely The South Indian Restaurant — Madurai.

There are so many restaurants in Madurai that committing to one can feel as daunting as picking a best South Indian foods. This no-frills eating joint in Madurai is famous for serving some of the most authentic vegetarian and Non vegetarian south Indian fare in the city.

If you enjoyed foods like Biryani, then you will like what The South Indian Restaurant — Madurai brings to the people. While this may greatly appeal to some passionate food lovers, I like being thrown into fascinating menus of interesting aspects what I’m supposed to do, particularly during amazing food search.

When I had taste of food at The South Indian Restaurant — Madurai, I was effectively pulled by the different menus, which reminded me of my brief time with other popular foods. Needless to say, if you’re zeal about new food items then The South Indian Restaurant — Madurai is one that is worth trying out.
LockTrip Q3 2020 Bookings Report
By: Locktrip.Com, Loc Token, Official Blog
Tags: Locktrip, Travel, Hotel, Vacation, Flight

LockTrip Q3 2020 Bookings Report

Bookings grow 65% compared to last year

In the third quarter of 2020 a total of 325 room-nights have been booked through LockTrip.com. This represents a growth rate of 65% compared to the same period last year, despite the current challenges with the pandemic and a seriously damaged travel industry.

This shows that the improvements to the product were able to more than offset the headwinds. With plenty of new features scheduled to come live in Q4, this trend should be sustained.

Comparing booking rates with last quarter, we see an insane growth rate of 424%. Total revenue for Q3 surpassed $45,000.

Geographical Distribution

The map above shows the geographical distribution of the destinations booked. As can be seen, the US is among the top booked countries. But it should be noted that it is also one of the biggest and most populated countries.

Other than that we see Greece and Switzerland as top destinations, despite of their relatively small sizes. No doubt Greece profited from the summer season and their good performance in keeping infection rates low until mid summer.

Looking at the continental distribution, Europe is the clear leader with more than 70% of bookings being made for European destinations. North America comes second by a wide margin, followed by Africa and Asia.

Booking Values

In the graphic below, each booking is represented by a small circle.

The average booking value was $405 for the period of Q3. The deviation around this average is remarkable, with the lowest and highest value bookings ranging from $10 on the low end up to $3,800 for the booking with the highest value.

The high-end bookings confirm that moving towards LOC Economy 2.0 has paid off well.

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LockTrip is a blockchain-based travel marketplace that allows users to save up to 60% on their bookings by cutting out middlemen. Every booking burns LOC proportionally to its booking value, continuously reducing its total supply.
Alagon Plus Hotel & Spa: Modern Chic Ambiance in Downtown Saigon
By: Stay With Johnson
Tags: Hotel, Travel, Ho Chi Minh City, Accommodations, Interior Design

Alagon Plus Hotel & Spa: Modern Chic Ambiance in Downtown Saigon Comfy Lighting w/ Modern Interiors Convenient Location to Anywhere Popular in Saigon Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Spotlights Various Restaurants & Shops of All Kinds in Walking Distance

Ben Thanh Market Area just within 6min Walk

Beautiful Rooftop Swimming Pool w/ Secret Garden

Cozy In-Room Lighting & Comfy King Bed

Helpful Staff

Hearty Buffet Breakfast

Popular Hotel for Budget Travellers From my viewpoint, I did get more than what a 3-Star hotel could provide! Pity Soundproof could be stronger.

Small Bathtub

Toiletries have vegetable scent, special but not appealing.

Room Type: Executive City View

This is the top room type of Alagon Plus. Stayed: October 2020 | Personal Trip

Ps. This is the second Alagon Hotel I’d stayed. The first one I visited was Alagon D’Antique Hotel & Spa [click here]. A little secret: these two hotels actually share the same rooftop facilities.

Façade & Lobby

Room : Executive City View I’m totally into this combination of colours !! Downtown Saigon at Night

Buffet Breakfast Energize the Good Morning

Rooftop Garden, Gym, Bar & Pool (more details in the Room Tour Video, at the top of this article) Spa Reception Area Gym Just like a Secret Garden ! Rooftop Bar, overlooking Downtown Saigon Lovely View from the Pool

Elegant Staycation at Alagon Plus.

My Foodie Recommendations

Walking Distance from the Hotel Cocotte, Ben Thanh Store 136/11 Le Thanh Ton, Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC Snails, Duck & Champagne. . Lovely #French #Bistro #Dinner in the heart of #Saigon 🥰🥰🥰 … Edit description www.instagram.com

Amun Restaurant & Lounge Level 3, 215–217 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC (IG Embed)

Mezze Saigon Level 5, 215–217 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC https://www.instagram.com/p/CHSs18JhUsd/

Sol Kitchen & Bar 115 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC (IG Embed)
How to Evaluate a Hotel Investment Opportunity with SWOT
By: John Wijtenburg
Tags: Real Estate Investments, Commercial Real Estate, Crowdfunding, Hotel, Investing

You’ll start seeing investment opportunities as soon as you put yourself out there to enough people. Check out my Playbook below for a primer on building that pipeline.

So… you got deals… Now what?!

The quick evaluation is easy. Does it fit in the investment strategy box you built? Location, size, service level, etc. If yes, let’s talk about how to evaluate the deal.

SWOT is a framework that many in the industry use to explore the sales and marketing landscape. It stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. No doubt, you’ve seen this before, but let’s explore what it means for a real estate deal.

Simply, SWOT breaks easily into a 2x2 decision matrix. Rows represent locus of control — internal or external — and columns represent the impact — positive or negative.

Strengths — internal locus of control with a positive impact

Weaknesses — internal locus of control with a negative impact

Opportunities — external locus of control with a positive impact

Threats — external locus of control with a negative impact

Your focus for investing in a private placement will be holistic. Evaluation will concentrate on the property, sponsor, business plan, and other factors that make up the deal. Each of these areas enters the SWOT analysis in a different way.

Let’s take the example of a Holiday Inn Express in a secondary market. The SWOT analysis might look something like this:

Strengths

Well-regarded brand with huge IHG distribution system

Operator with a 20-year track record

Recently completed PIP with minimal renovation

Weaknesses

Located just outside main-and-main

Insufficient meeting space for local associations

Older building with potential for mechanical issues

Opportunities

High-barrier market with muted supply pipeline

Fortune 1000 company planning a distribution facility nearby

Major publication named broader market a top 10 vacation destination

Threats

Local labor shortage may lead to increasing costs

New apartment construction adjacent to hotel may disrupt guests

Nearest convention center closing for 18 months for renovation

Ideally, you’re looking for a SWOT that is overwhelmingly positive, but your ability to identify weaknesses and threats will inform discussions with the deal sponsor. Don’t be surprised or put off if the sponsor didn’t recognize those negatives. However, you should certainly push to get an answer around how she would address those risks.

I hope you enjoy these emails and find them valuable and informative. Please reach out directly with any questions or to discuss potential investment opportunities.

About the Author

John Wijtenburg is a hotel investor and blogger at Hotel Investor Toolbox. You can connect with him at LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.
Everybody’s a concierge. Except your hotel concierge…
By: David Temple
Tags: Travel, Hotel, Concierge

Everywhere you turn these days there’s a service offering to be your concierge. Wash.io is a laundry concierge, Operator is a shopping concierge, Shyp is a shipping concierge. Your credit card definitely offers a concierge.

But the hotel lobby concierge — the original concierge—is disappearing. And at a time when guests have come to expect more local knowledge and authenticity than ever. At a time when, more than ever, we need somebody with real local knowledge to help us sift through the noise.

Shouldn’t the rise of Airbnb with its local touch prove the importance of local expertise? Why is it that so many boutique hotels are removing rather than expanding their concierge forces?

For a few reasons:

Bad actors. Too many concierges take kickbacks. And too many guests have been burned, ending up at that same over-priced restaurant where the concierge sends everybody. In fact, many of the concierges you talk to don’t even work for the hotel—they’re third parties acting as middlemen at the expense of genuine experiences. No technology. Who wants to have to go to the lobby every time you have a question? Or make a phone call? The advice needs to be available on your phone, when you need it. Big bus tours. It’s easier than ever to put up a website and start a travel business. And many of these tour or activity providers are FAR superior to the entrenched operators. Would you rather explore a new city with these guys or on a tired double-decker bus? But most lobby concierges don’t keep up with these new companies because they have no reason to.

While Airbnb has it’s problems, any company that empowers more people to travel is alright by me. And more to the point, they’ve done a fantastic job of helping travelers get off-the-beaten path.

But hotels still have their place. Their focus on customer service is, often, unparalleled. And their ability to curate an end-to-end experience is an impressive act of creativity. But it’s time to rethink the concierge.

After all, this is the age of the concierge.
Food Review: DANFORD Hotel & Marina
By: Rishabh Khot
Tags: Review, Food, Hotel, Date

Food Review: DANFORD Hotel & Marina

Abs are temporary. Food is forever — Rishabh Khot

As the author has rightfully said that food is very very important. But I disagree, having that moment with someone special makes it more worthwhile. Being a FOODIE where I constantly hog food and being a big fan of meat, I just need to find a way to get out and try something delicious cuisine. But I need a company to visit a place and try it out, Sooo... that’s why I made a girlfriend :P. Just kidding…… or am I……

Being a New Yorker (If staying in the outskirts of New York City is considered as New Yorker then yes I’m a New Yorker), you always want to keep busy, and food is the thing for me. So while searching for restaurants nearby so that I can take my GF for a date I stumbled upon this place DANFORD Hotel and Marina. Truth be told I looked at the ambiance first and then the food menu while researching.

I must say that any person living near Port Jefferson, NY who wants to impress a girl/GF/wife must surely go to this place as it has the most scenic view. There is live music, which makes your mood and your food(will come to that later).

Here's how the view looks….

Danford Date

It’s pretty amazing because I took her around 6–6:30 a perfect time to view the sunset. You don’t get the view of the sunset but it sets the mood just right. There’s ferry constantly sailing, live music (oof if you feel like grooving it go ahead and dance your heart out). The staff was very friendly which helps a lot.

Let’s jump onto the food because that’s what you want to know ( I guess) since it was a date so we ordered a 314 Cecchi Chian wine. Oooooo… I know right quite fancy but trust me when you go out for a date with your GF you have to empty your wallet (sometimes). The waitress was quite courteous and suggested us to consider their today’s special “FISHERMANS CATCH” dish. Here's how it looks like.

Fishermans Catch

To be honest I was skeptical since it consists of pineapple, fish rice, and veggies, a weird combination but trust me that was one of the best fish I have tried in a long time. The fish was cooked properly and the combination of flavors was bursting in my mouth (not literally but it was awesome). Moving on before I get lost in food again. We ordered “CALAMARI FRIES”, which was really shocking since it kinda looked like onion fires and we realized it after eating it. It was not great but eatable like an appetizer. Served with a salsa sauce… I guess it was a good munching

Finally, we ordered, some “TRUFFLE FRIES”, because for me no meal is complete without fries. It was great because if you mess up fries you don’t know how to cook.

Meal

The overall meal was a tad bit expensive but it was a great meal for sure.

My final thoughts: You should definitely check out this place because you should always treat yourself and it makes your partner feel special too.

P.S. If you stay till night you will get amazing lighting around you and the moon will be right in front of you.
7 reasons not to love Nigeria
Tags: Nigeria, Hotel

7 reasons not to love Nigeria

Having travelled the world, you get a pretty fair view on how fascinating some countries and the cultures they carry can be. In the spirit of repartee and with a pinch of salt, Jovago.com, Africa’s largest hotel booking portal presents 7 reasons why you should take a second look at the most populous black nation in the world.

1. Because their men are great lovers

Ever been kissed by a Nigerian man? They smile at you and you are hooked! There is no actual word for their form of kissing but it’s akin to having your lips plugged to a suction pipe, an embrasser avec la langue of sorts which leaves you coming back for more.

Kerry Washington with her Nigerian hubby, Nnamdi Asomugha

2. Because we’ve been allowed to believe that Nigerian women can’t get slim

Current diet books claim that Nigerian women are chubby because they eat only fresh beef, all day. However, the truth is that their obesity rates are lower than other parts of the continent and they feed on a diet rich in fiber. The fact that Agbani Darego went on to win the Miss World pageant in 2001 is further proof.

3. They have no chill for wildlife, too

All flying and crawling creatures are for food in this country. In 2015, millions of chickens and goats are force-fed with grass in order to produce enough meat for a single meal. Heck, there’s a part of Nigeria where dogs are considered a delicacy. How adventurous is that?!

4. Because they love humour

Have you heard a Nigerian laugh before? Utter bliss! Before the Revolution, the French invented the word l’esprit, which means ‘wit’, but the term “humour” had no comparison until this group of people were created. At the slightest tickle, they burst in rib-racking laughter with mirth bubbling from their belly. No wonder they are called the happiest people on the planet.

5. And they think their cooking is the best in the world

Nigerian’s version of a gourmet meal is a delight to eat. They boast of 5-star multichain hotels with international standard chefs and when the platter is served, the dishes are large enough to cater to a football team. Who knows, maybe this is what makes their dishes so popular. Coincidence, yeah?

6. Because they love Fela

In 1969, Fela went on tour of the United States as the first authentic black musician to play in 10 American cities. His fame did not stop there. With his quick tongue and witty disposition, he soon became a primary target of the military regime he fought against. Although, he died of AIDS and had a heavy drug problem, Fela’s music went platinum long before African music gained global recognition.

7. And they hate rock ’n’ roll

At least most of them do. It’s strange how you see them gyrating to a class of music calledafropop, which a lot of rhythm by the way and yet cringe at the sound of metallic rock. Their artistes have won countless awards around the globe and their excitement is infectious…when you are at the club, this is all that matters!

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Tipatuity App Launches Cashless Tipping & Digital Tip Jars
Tags: Fintech, Tipping, Business Travel, Hotels, Cruises

Tipatuity App Launches Cashless Tipping & Digital Tip Jars

The team at SmartBlue Technologies is very excited to release Tipatuity, the innovative social tipping application. This all-new app is easy to use while offering on-the-go cashless money transfer and digital tip jars. Tips are transferred using electronic payments by leveraging Dwolla’s powerful payment platform.

People who work in the service industry such as valet professionals, hotel staff, outdoor event coordinators, and countless others have traditionally received cash tips. As the world continues to move to a cashless society, many of the service professionals are getting affected. Tipatuity app bridges the gap by allowing its members to give and/or receive tips on the spot and instantaneously.

While many payment applications exist, there has been a void missing for people who want to process payments for new acquaintances or strangers without the need of exchanging names, emails or cash. Also none of the apps brought forward a practical tip-share solution that allows dynamic group management and one-to-many payments. The newly released Tipatuity app brings forward those functionalities to the service industry and puts together a simple, safe and fast money transfer portal that allows members to send or receive gratuities as individuals, teams or businesses.

“Our goal is to empower service professionals with the tools they need to make the money they deserve and to bring more of the in-store tip jars online. Tippers on the other hand will find tipping easy to track and expense especially on business travel”, says Shehadi Dayekh, founder of SmartBlue Technologies and Tipatuity App.

Built in features include finding service professionals using geo-location, safely sending and receiving money, being able to rate and comment on each provided service and having the ability to create virtual tip jars that facilitate tip-share. Tipatuity also empowers its members with fast delivery of their funds and enables them to maintain a great record book for jobs well done. Tipatuity also allows sending money as Anonymous in cases such as charity and fund-raising.

Tipatuity currently operates in the US market only and can be found on the web at https://tipatuity.com. The application was recently released in Google Play and the App Store.

About SmartBlue Technologies Inc.

SmartBlue Technologies was founded in Dallas, Texas in August 2015. It is a startup that aims to bring smart ideas and technologies to life.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2016/12/prweb13938998.htm
How is Hotel’s price in Berlin?
By: Karim Abd El Aziz
Tags: Hotel, Price, Berlin, Germany, Data Science

We worked with CRISP-DM Process (Cross Industry Process for Data Mining)

Questions

Question 1:- If more we go north, the lower price?

Answer :- Yes, If more we go north, the lower price and Hotel Count.

The largest number is in the center of Berlin, and the price is listed but the most for the lower price.

Question :- What is expected the price for most commonly used in the far south for every room type?

Answer :- the expected price for most commonly used in the far south is

-Entire Home : 54.0 Euro.

-Private Room : 30.0 Euro.

-Shared Room : 35.0 Euro.

and the most commonly used in the far south is **Entire Home**.

Question 3:- Increasing the number of days available per year causes price increases ?

Answer :- Yes, Increasing the number of days available per year causes price increases .

If room available more number days per year ,can by increases the price .

Question 4:- when minimum nights is small then the price increases?

Answer:- No, when the minimum nights is small, the price move to decreases.

The minimum nights das not effect price.

Summary

-When we go north, the lower price and Hotel Count.

-The expected price for most commonly used in the far south is 61.3 Euro from Entire home and 16.2 Euro from Shared room.

-Increasing the number of days available per year causes price increases .

-Not effect when the minimum nights is small the price not decreases.
How to Apjpro can help you to get best offer in Jaipur
By: Jp Abuzzcompany
Tags: Jaipur, Hotels

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

apjpro, a local e-commerce company, based in jaipur, Having a tag line “Save every time.. You Spend” Helping jaipurities to find best restaurant, hotels, spa, salons, lounges and gym with very afforadable prices.

We are an innovative idea with WIN WIN WIN factor.

Win for members — This venture is an idea to provide the best non competitive discounts, benefits & privilege services to all citizens of Jaipur equally without discriminating their standards. It allows member to spend on their wish list @ affordable prices.

Win for associates — We don’t charge any commission or benefits to associates, all benefits are passed to members. We help our associates by working over the best fruitful deals to members as well as the discount providing partners. We ensure to fulfill the lean hours without hitting the peaks.

Win for apjpro — Today we have individual 25000+ influences members & more than 200+ partners. Most of the big brands are hand in hand since the origin of apjpro.

The mission of apjpro is to make Jaipur the most approachable, beneficial & well informed city, where its members & associates both can be benefited

“SAVE EVERY TIME, YOU SPEND”

Be apjpro member to unlock exciting deals & discounts at Finest Hotel, Restaurant, Lounges, Pubs, Salon, Relaxing Spa & more

We help you discover the best places in city.

Shaping the future of food Lovers!!

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