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TIMES ARE QUICKLY changing, but never so much as the ongoing advancements in telecommunications. The Federal Communications Commission is taking steps to force carriers to stop selling copper phone lines, or "plain old telephone service" (POTS), which means the legacy analog copper phone line is being phased out sooner rather than later. Networks are aging, parts are unavailable, and technicians are retiring. How does this affect the phone system in your hotel? Depending on what upgrades and advances you have made over the last five years, you may need to switch your PBX systems to a cloud communication platform sooner than later. Oftentimes, however, it is difficult to see the forest for the trees. Considering the recent upheaval in our industry, the challenges facing hoteliers can be overwhelming. The steady increase in travel as restrictions lift, the ongoing trend of "bleisure" travel as more and more offices shut down and employees are allowed to work from anywhere and the pent-up demand to meet in person are exacerbated by the ongoing staffing shortage. Hoteliers have a lot on their plates and replacing a phone system is likely at the bottom of their list.

Discover the Vibrant Chicago Loop! The Chicago Loop bursts with attractions like river cruises and the lively River Walk offering kayaking. Millennium Park's serenity, the bustling theatre district, and stunning historic architecture beckon exploration. Indulge in incredible dining and shopping on State Street in the heart of this Windy City hub. With so much to do, you'll never have a dull moment in Downtown Chicago! Explore Like a Local: Embark on a thrilling river cruise and marvel at the city's architecture along the scenic Chicago River Walk. Visit Mc Cormick Bridge House and River Museum for art displays and ancient artifacts. Serenity, History, Groove: Experience the iconic Cloud Gate at Millennium Park and enjoy live performances at Jay Pritzker Pavilion. Dive into adventure at Maggie Daley Park and explore the diverse cultures at the Chicago Cultural Center. Theatrical Delights: Delight in world premieres and Tony award-winning shows in the bustling Theater District. Experience the grandeur of venues like Cadillac Palace Theatre and Auditorium Theater. Culinary Delights: Savor a culinary journey with diverse dining options, from local eateries to award-winning restaurants like Alinea and Girl & the Goat. Don't miss indulging in famous deep-dish pizzas from Giordano's and Lou Malnati's. Shopping Spree: Shop till you drop on State Street, offering everything from high-end brands to local finds. Find clothing, shoes, electronics, and home décor to satisfy all your shopping needs. Exciting Events: Immerse yourself in noteworthy events like The Matchbox Magic Flute, ice skating at McCormick Tribune Ice Rink, and weekend yoga sessions at Kalapriya. Experience the intersectionality of performances at the American Dancing Bodies Symposium.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL RECENTLY picked the Agilysys point-of-sale platform, InfoGenesis, as an option for its hotels throughout the U.S. and Canada. Marriott's luxury, premium and select tiers hotels in both countries can now use the platform for guest-facing and staff-facing operations in F&B, retail and activity centers at each property. Agilysys is led by CEO Ramesh Srinivasan. InfoGenesis consolidates guest and staff purchasing transactions onto a single comprehensive cloud platform tailored for the hospitality industry, Agilysis said in a statement. InfoGenesis POS integrates with Marriott property management systems, furnishing front desk operators with detailed POS transactional information aimed at enhancing operational efficiency. "Marriott International is a globally admired organization and we look forward to offering properties across the U.S. and Canada the opportunity to leverage our enterprise-grade InfoGenesis omnichannel point-of-sale technology platform," said Srinivasan.

APPROXIMATELY THREE OUT of four travelers agree that Americans are prioritizing travel more in 2024 and prefer a digital, self-service experience for their hotel stays, according to a recent survey by Mews, a hospitality cloud provider. Nearly 80 percent of U.S. travelers favor hotels with fully automated front desks or self-service kiosks, and more than 40 percent prefer checking in via a hotel's website, app, or digital kiosk. "Trends in hospitality are ever-changing but we're seeing indicators that people are prioritizing travel again," said Richard Valtr, Mews's founder. "While we're seeing some softness in mid-market and select service hotels, the luxury sector seems resilient. Guests visiting luxury properties are spending more on bucket list trips and staying for longer." The poll of 2,000 people, evenly split between travelers and hotel workers, revealed that hotel workers anticipate an increase in guest use of technology during travel. A quarter of them expect guests to check in more frequently via hotel websites, apps, or digital kiosks compared to previous years.

Lake Titicaca is where the world was born, according to the ancient Incas. Today, this mountain lake between Peru and Bolivia is a remarkable place to visit.

Buxa Tiger Reserve (BTR) lies in Alipurduar sub-division of Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal. Its northern boundary runs along the international border with Bhutan. The Sinchula hill range lies all along the northern side of BTR and the Eastern boundary touches that of the Assam State. National Highway No.31 C roughly runs along its southern boundary. It is the eastern most extension of extreme bio-diverse North-East India & represents highly endemic Indo-Malayan region. The Phipsu Wildlife Sanctuary of Bhutan is contiguous to North of BTR. Manas National Park lies on east of BTR. BTR, thus, serves as international corridor for elephant migration between India and Bhutan. To the south-west, the Chilapata Forests form an elephant corridor to the Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary. The reserve encompasses as many as eight forest types.

Kodaikanal, the beautiful misty hill station of Tamil Nadu literally means 'The Gift of the Forests'. Every year streams of travellers Travel to Kodaikanal to escape the scorching hot summers.

Dubai is without a doubt one of the top holiday destinations in the world. This UAE city is well known for its cloud kissing skyscrapers, stunning beaches, mega malls, and scenic ports.