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Combigrip Launches Hands-Free Grocery Bag Hook

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Introducing the extra-strong grocery bag and gear hook for full hands and heavy loads.

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updated: May 12, 2021

MIAMI, May 12, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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The Combigrip is an evolution in carrying technology: a 5-inch hook and ring combo that enables you to carry up to 300 pounds, hands-free.

It was conceived by Paulina Dzienska one hot Miami day as she lugged bag after bag of groceries from her car to her condo. Every time she got to her door, she had to put all the bags down and pick them up again to get her keys out. Then she noticed that her neighbors had the same problem. “I saw one man trying to unlock his door with his dog’s leash in one hand while juggling three bags of groceries. It was an accident waiting to happen!”

A hands-free hook, or a handle
Paulina sat down and sketched out the basic idea for a hands-free carrying device, with a two-part design, so the handle could be detached and used separately. The hook enables users to easily slip items on and off, while the ring offers a way to clip on keys or carabiners. With help from some of her husband’s business contacts, she approached Swedish designer Jonas Blanking. Blanking was behind the first hard-case backpack, Boblbee.

Sturdy design. Lightweight construction.
As a designer primarily for the automotive and sports industries, Blanking immediately had ideas for how to make Paulina’s concept durable and easy to use. The patented hook and ring combo are forged out of a sturdy, glass-fiber-enforced PP homopolymer that’s both strong and lightweight. The adjustable cloth shoulder strap is designed for comfort, and can be worn messenger-style or like a purse.

Carry your weight
While the initial idea was to offload shoppers, the Combigrip’s innovative design and ability to carry more than 300 pounds makes it the perfect accessory for everyone from moms and grandparents to athletes and construction workers. With the Combigrip, they can carry extra line, extra tool bags, buckets or even snowshoes.

Only make one trip
Paulina says her goal is just to help people save a little time and make life a little easier. “I only wish I’d had thought of it sooner,” she says, “so I could have used it when I went shopping with my young children.”

The Combigrip is now available on Amazon, or directly from the Combigrip website: http://www.combigrip.com/

For a complementary Combigrip, members of the press may contact Combirip’s Sales and Marketing Manager, Allen Stafford at media@combigrip.com

Combigrip. Grab Life.

Media Contact:
Allen Stafford
Sales and Marketing Manager
media@combigrip.com

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May 12, 2021
HotelRunner Recognized as Top Connectivity Provider by Expedia Group
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The Expedia Group Connectivity Partner Program recognizes and rewards top connectivity providers for maintaining high-quality software connections and helping lodging partners grow their business on the Expedia Group platform.

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updated: May 12, 2021
London, United Kingdom, May 12, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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HotelRunner, the leading sales channel management platform and B2B network, today announced their status as an Elite Connectivity Partner, the highest designation available in Expedia Group’s Connectivity Partner Program. The Expedia Group Connectivity Partner Program recognizes and rewards top connectivity providers – including channel managers, property management systems, central reservation systems, and other vendors – for maintaining high-quality connections and helping lodging properties grow their business on the Expedia Group marketplace.

The Elite Connectivity Partner designation is awarded to an exclusive group of top-performing Expedia Group lodging connectivity providers, including HotelRunner, who offer the highest-quality software connection to the Expedia Group marketplace and comprehensive functionality. To be eligible for Elite status, Expedia Group connectivity providers are rated on several technical and performance criteria to ensure they:
- Enable a wide range of tools and capabilities in the Expedia Group marketplace.
- Provide a quality Expedia Group connection with a reliable user experience.
- Streamline the Expedia Group onboarding experience with high-quality support for properties.
- Maintain a strong portfolio of high-performing properties in the Expedia Group marketplace.
“Our Elite Connectivity Partners are leaders in the industry, demonstrated by their innovative technology efforts to ensure their customers perform on our platform and clear understanding of traveler needs,” said Lisa Chen, Vice President, Global Lodging Connectivity & Solutions at Expedia Group. “By choosing to work with HotelRunner, an Elite Connectivity Partner, lodging property managers can be confident in a high-quality connection that will empower them to perform at their best in the Expedia Group marketplace.”

Ali Beklen, Founder and Managing Partner at HotelRunner, said, “We have a strong and constantly growing partnership with the Expedia Group. On our way to achieving the Elite Connectivity Partner status, we have connected thousands of new properties to the Expedia Group, and we have worked together intensively to ensure that our existing properties benefit from this partnership in the best and most beneficial way possible for them. We are delighted that HotelRunner’s state-of-the-art technology and dedicated team have been awarded by the Expedia Group worldwide. We look forward to the new era of our partnership.”

As a part of its designation, HotelRunner will work together with the Expedia Group on the new tools and features, also piloting and integrating these into their platform. HotelRunner team will also work directly with Expedia Group’s leadership team, providing feedback and helping shape future products and technology solutions.

Media Contact

Andrew Gogus
media@hotelrunner.com

About HotelRunner

HotelRunner is a distribution platform and B2B network for accommodations and travel agencies to find, contract, connect and transact with each other online. HotelRunner has more than 41,000 accommodation partners and over 150 travel agency partners from 193 countries. HotelRunner is Expedia Elite Partner, Booking.com Premier Connectivity Partner, Airbnb Software Partner, Agoda Innovative Supplier, Oracle Gold, Hotelbeds, and Google Hotel Ads Partner.

About Expedia Group

Expedia Group, Inc. companies power travel for everyone, everywhere through our global platform. Driven by the core belief that travel is a force for good, we help people experience the world in new ways and build lasting connections. We provide industry-leading technology solutions to fuel partner growth and success, while facilitating memorable experiences for travelers. The Expedia Group family of brands includes: Expedia®, Hotels.com®, Expedia® Partner Solutions, Vrbo®, Egencia®, trivago®, Orbitz®, Travelocity®, Hotwire®, Wotif®, ebookers®, CheapTickets®, Expedia Group™, Media Solutions, Expedia Local Expert®, CarRentals.com™, and Expedia Cruises™.

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May 12, 2021
New Study From University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Identifies Five Double-Sun Planets That Could Support Life

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updated: May 11, 2021

URBANA, Ill., May 11, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Luke Skywalker’s view of two suns in Star Wars is fictional, but recent research from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign found that five known systems having double-star planets like Tatooine could support life.

“We used data collected by the Kepler spacecraft such as the mass of the stars, how bright the stars are, the location of a giant planet, and other parameters to create a methodology to identify systems with two suns that can host habitable Earth-like planets,” said Siegfried Eggl, faculty member in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Habitability is defined in this research as planets, like Skywalker’s home and Earth, that have liquid water somewhere on their surface.

The researchers investigated the effects of double-star and giant planets on habitable zones of nine systems observed by the Kepler mission. They confirmed earlier studies claiming that Kepler-16 and Kepler-1647 host giant planets that make them not suited to host a terrestrial planet within their habitable zones. However, Kepler-34, Kepler-35, Kepler-38, Kepler-64, and Kepler-413 seem much more promising—with Kepler-38 being the best candidate for hosting Earth-like worlds with oceans.

Eggl said the methodology they developed is based on analytical equations rather than computer simulations that have to run day and night for months.

“It’s an analytic method that requires almost no computational effort whatsoever,” Eggl said. “There are some parts that use numerical models to feed in information, such as the way that the atmosphere interacts to different amounts and spectra of sunlight. That’s really difficult to figure out analytically so we used pre-computed atmospheric models for that. The benefit of our approach is that anyone can take our equations and apply them to other systems to determine where to best look for Earth-like worlds.”

The Earth’s orbit around the Sun is nearly circular, ensuring that the planet receives an almost constant amount of radiation on a permanent basis. But that isn’t true for planets that orbit two suns. The second star provides an additional source of radiation and another source of gravitational pull. And even if a planet’s orbit is initially circular around the two suns, it will become elliptic over time.

Because of this, Eggl said dynamical stability is a necessary condition for habitability of a two-sun planet, but it is not the only one.

“If a planet comes too close to its suns its oceans could boil away. If the planet is too far out, or even ejected from a system, water on its surface will ultimately freeze, as will the atmosphere itself, like CO₂ that forms seasonal polar caps on Mars.

“Once we confirm that a potentially habitable planet is on a stable orbit, we can proceed to investigate how much radiation it receives from the two stars over time. By modeling the evolution of the stars and planetary orbits we can estimate the actual amount or radiation the planet receives.”

In Eggl’s doctoral dissertation, he developed an analytic framework to determine habitable zones in double-star systems. He said subsequent research and this new work “completes the picture. We know that planets can form in these systems and now we know they can actually retain water on the surface, and it’s pretty awesome.”

Siegfried Eggl is an affiliate member of NASA’s Nexus for Exoplanet System Science, NASA’s scientific investigation team for the Double Asteroid Redirection Test mission and is on the research team for the Vera Rubin Observatory, currently being built in Chile.

The study, “Circumbinary Habitable Zones in the Presence of a Giant Planet” written by Nikolaos Georgakarakos, Siegfried Eggl, and Ian Dobbs-Dixon, is published in Frontiers in Astronomy and Space Sciences. DOI: 10.3389/fspas.2021.640830

Media Contact:
Debra Levey Larson
dlarson@illinois.edu
(217) 244-2880

Source: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – Grainger College of Engineering

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May 11, 2021
IMS Barter Announces Infrastructure Investment

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updated: May 7, 2021

NEW BERLIN, Wis., May 7, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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International Monetary Systems, Ltd. announced its second major website upgrade in the last six months to better serve its client base. This investment in infrastructure for IMS clients shows its commitment to continue to be the worldwide leader in business-to-business barter services.

The website upgrade, launched at the end of April 2021, focuses on the travel industry to help bolster sales across this pandemic-devastated sector of business. Gathering inspiration from other major travel websites such as Airbnb, TripAdvisor, Kayak, and others, the developers at IMS created carefully curated collections of travel properties available throughout the expansive, international IMS network.

These collections feature properties such as all-inclusive resorts, vacation homes, hunting and fishing lodges, bed & breakfasts, cabins, condominiums, hotels, plus much more, and allow IMS travelers to quickly select and book their stays in the type of accommodation they desire. In addition, the website will suggest nearby activities and restaurants offered through the IMS network to the shopper to improve their overall travel experience.

“We are looking at innovative ways to enhance the everyday client buying experience and, at the same time, increase the seller’s occupancy levels and market share. This website upgrade accomplishes both,” says CEO John Strabley.

Recent website updates focused on expanding the IMS virtual marketplace platform where IMS clients list and sell products online. These upgraded features added a shopping experience more like Amazon or Etsy and the update saw an increase in web traffic for IMS by over 500%.

Founded in 1985, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves 23,000 cardholders in 52 North American markets. Based in New Berlin, Wisconsin, IMS is the largest barter company in the world. The IMS network allows companies to create cost savings and connect to new customers by incorporating barter opportunities in their business models. Further information can be obtained at the company’s website at www.IMSBarter.com.

Company Contact:
John Strabley – CEO
(800) 559-8515

Source: International Monetary Systems, Ltd.

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May 7, 2021
IMS Barter Continues to Invest in Infrastructure

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updated: May 4, 2021

NEW BERLIN, Wis., May 4, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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International Monetary Systems, Ltd. announced its second major website upgrade in the last six months to better serve its client base. This investment in infrastructure for IMS clients shows its commitment to continue to be the worldwide leader in business-to-business barter services.

The website upgrade, launched at the end of April 2021, focuses on the travel industry to help bolster sales across this pandemic-devastated sector of business. Gathering inspiration from other major travel websites such as Airbnb, TripAdvisor, Kayak, and others, the developers at IMS created carefully curated collections of travel properties available throughout the expansive, international IMS network.

These collections feature properties such as all-inclusive resorts, vacation homes, hunting and fishing lodges, bed & breakfasts, cabins, condominiums, hotels, plus much more, and allow IMS travelers to quickly select and book their stays in the type of accommodation they desire. In addition, the website will suggest nearby activities and restaurants offered through the IMS network to the shopper to improve their overall travel experience.

“We are looking at innovative ways to enhance the everyday client buying experience and, at the same time, increase the seller’s occupancy levels and market share. This website upgrade accomplishes both,” says CEO John Strabley.

Recent website updates focused on expanding the IMS virtual marketplace platform where IMS clients list and sell products online. These upgraded features added a shopping experience more like Amazon or Etsy and the update saw an increase in web traffic for IMS by over 500%.

Founded in 1985, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves 23,000 cardholders in 52 North American markets. Based in New Berlin, Wisconsin, IMS is the largest barter company in the world. The IMS network allows companies to create cost savings and connect to new customers by incorporating barter opportunities in their business models. Further information can be obtained at the company’s website at www.IMSBarter.com.

Company Contact:
John Strabley – CEO
(800) 559-8515

Source: International Monetary Systems, Ltd.

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May 4, 2021
Travefy Announces New Partnership With CLIA as a 2021 Marketing Partner

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As a Marketing Partner, Travefy deepens its relationship with Cruise Agents and Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)

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updated: May 3, 2021

OMAHA, Neb., May 3, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Travefy – an award-winning provider of travel agency software – announced a new partnership with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) as a 2021 Marketing Partner.

“We are champions and advocates of cruise agents and the broader cruise industry, which is still in the midst of an incredibly challenging environment,” notes Travefy CEO David Chait. “We are honored to be selected by CLIA as a 2021 Marketing Partner, which is a highly selective process, and look forward to reaching and supporting more cruise agents in 2021 and beyond.”

“Travefy offers the solutions that help travel advisors succeed.”

– Charles Sylvia, CLIA

With this announcement, Travefy deepens its relationship with cruise agents and the company’s support for the broader cruise industry. As a Marketing Partner, Travefy will provide CLIA members streamlined access to Travefy’s suite of itinerary, proposal, marketing, and client management tools and has committed marketing efforts towards reaching North American Travel Agency and Individual Agent Members.

“CLIA is delighted to have Travefy as a 2021 Marketing Partner,” shares Charles Sylvia, CLIA’s VP of Industry and Trade Relations. “With historic pent-up demand and limitless booking opportunities already manifesting, travel advisors must do everything possible to optimize their marketing efforts and sales productivity. Travefy offers the solutions that help travel advisors succeed.”

ABOUT TRAVEFY

Travefy’s mission is to power the success of travel professionals. Our award-winning suite of itinerary, proposal, marketing, and client management tools help Travel Advisors and professionals save time, impress clients, and sell more.

Travefy powers thousands of travel businesses across the globe ranging from small, independent travel advisors to the largest travel agencies, consortia, and organizations. Travefy has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes among other publications and has won numerous industry honors including the ASTA Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

For more information, please see: https://travefy.com

Source: Travefy

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May 3, 2021
Santa Maria Valley is Fired Up for National Barbecue Month
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Visit Santa Maria Valley encourages travelers, digital nomads and culinary adventure seekers to gather around the grill and turn up the heat for National Barbecue Month in May.

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SANTA MARIA, Calif., April 30, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Visit Santa Maria Valley encourages travelers, digital nomads and culinary adventure seekers to gather around the grill and turn up the heat for National Barbecue Month in May.

Santa Maria Style Barbecue started in the mid-19th century when the rancheros gathered to help each other brand their calves each spring. As a thank-you to his fellow vaqueros — America’s first cowboys — the host would prepare a Spanish-style barbecue, consisting of beef barbecued over a red-oak fire, served with Pinquito beans, bread, salsa and homemade desserts.

The present-day Santa Maria Style Barbecue grew out of this tradition when locals began to string their beef on skewers and cook it over the hot coals of a red-oak fire. The meat, either top-block sirloin or tri-tip, is rolled in a mixture of salt, pepper, and garlic powder and slow-roasted over native red-oak, giving it a hearty, smoky flavor. Served with salsa, French bread dipped in melted sweet butter, Pinquito beans, and a fresh green salad, Sunset Magazine named this Valley classic feast the best barbecue in the world, and the California Visitor’s Guide dubbed it the number one food not to miss while visiting California.

Here are several ways to pepper the month of May:

Follow the Barbecue Trail
Visitors to Santa Maria Valley can enjoy this complimentary map of scrumptious barbecue pit stops along your Central California Coast road trip excursion. If guests prefer to dine-in, outdoor and indoor seating options are available. It is best to call the restaurant prior to your visit to ensure the latest information on COVID-19 guidelines.

Highlights include:
- The Hitching Post – The Casmalia location is one of the Valley’s most famous and a true local’s favorite.
- Far Western Tavern – The menu celebrates the tried and true dishes from the restaurant’s original location, which opened in the Palace Hotel building in Guadalupe in 1958. California ranch-inspired cuisine includes multiple cuts of beef, pork, ribs and chicken.
- Jocko’s Steakhouse – Since 1926, Jocko’s has served up good food in an unpretentious environment and is known for its generous portions.
- Rancho Nipomo BBQ – Barbecue, Cal-Mex fare and beers fill up this rustic, mission-style hangout.
- Shaw’s Steakhouse and Tavern – A true gem in Santa Maria, this is as authentic as it gets for Santa Maria Style Barbecue.
A Sizzle Video
We encourage you to keep dreaming about your next Central Coast getaway. Season your imagination by watching a Santa Maria Style Barbecue video to see what this unofficial fifth regional style of barbecue is all about. It’s a simple, yet delicious, tradition.

Grill With a Local
Jaime Flores, founder of the Santa Maria Valley Barbecue Festival, will show you how to make a bountiful meal from your grill or your kitchen. In this video, he will demonstrate how to make Santa Maria Style Barbecue using ingredients from your local grocery store so you can bring the style to your very own home.

Download the Complimentary Santa Maria Style Barbecue Cookbook
Next, order your Instacart ingredients to make a hearty and filling Santa Maria Style Barbecue family recipe at home. Set up your tablets and download this free cookbook to access the Santa Maria Style tradition. You can use many types of beef, including tri-tip, steaks or top sirloin. If you are a pescatarian or vegetarian, Santa Maria Style seasoning can top seafood or vegetables to make your meal memorable. Susie Q’s Santa Maria Style seasoning, salsa, Pinquito beans and California red oak chips can be ordered online and shipped right to you.

Barbecue + Wine is Saucy and Divine
Santa Maria Style Barbecue and locally produced wines are the perfect pairing. Typically, Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir and Rhone-style varietals like Syrah will hold up to the bold flavors of barbecue. The Santa Maria Valley soil, climate and other native local conditions shape the wine’s character. With the marine climate and dry sandy-loam soils, it’s not hard to find wines that exhibit a strong sense of place. Wines from Riverbench, Foxen and cnagy complement such a meal and can be purchased online. If dessert is on the menu, strawberries are the ideal finale. As one of North America’s most prolific strawberry producers, Santa Maria Valley berries are abundant this time of year.

Follow Us on Instagram #SantaMariaStyle
Visit Santa Maria Valley’s Instagram will showcase all things barbecue with wine and beer pairings, chef tips, the history of barbecue, recipes and more.

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April 30, 2021
Smithsonian Affiliate Nuclear Museum to Host Virtual Event of Asian Cultural Performances

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On Saturday, May 8, beginning at 10:00 am MT, the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History will treat guests to a free and virtual Asian cultural event filled with live and pre-recorded sessions including cultural dance performances, captivating activities such as origami and calligraphy, learning about beautiful Ikebana floral arrangements, delicious Asian food demonstrations, and more.

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updated: Apr 29, 2021

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., April 29, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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New Mexico’s Asian communities will virtually provide cultural performances and music, bright Japanese floral arrangements, intricate Chinese art activities and much more beginning at 10:00 a.m. MT, Saturday, May 8. The Smithsonian Affiliated National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, partnered with the Sandia National Laboratories Asian Leadership Outreach Committee, will virtually host the 24th Annual Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Day, celebrating the cultural traditions, ancestry, native languages, and unique experiences represented among ethnic groups from Asia and the Pacific.

Virtual guests will be treated to both live and pre-recorded sessions that include cultural dance performances, captivating activities such as origami and calligraphy, learning about beautiful Ikebana floral arrangements, delicious Asian food demonstrations and more.

“We are very proud to once again host this inspirational day showcasing the many facets of Asian and Pacific Island cultures,” said Jim Walther, the Museum’s Director. “Though we must meet virtually during our 24th year celebrating Asian culture and heritage, we look forward to a day filled with inspiration and beauty.”

Through the continuing support of the Chinese Cultural Center and Lin’s Martial Arts Academy, Talin Market, New Mexico School of Chinese Language and Arts, Ikebana International Chapter 41, BK Taiko, Association of Chinese-American Engineers and Scientists of New Mexico, and the New Mexico School of Chinese Language & Arts, virtual visitors will be treated to performances including Chinese martial arts, Chinese dancing, Polynesian dancing, Japanese Taiko drumming, Asian food demonstrations and much more.

Pre-registration is required, and it is free to attend. Sponsorship for this event is from the City of Albuquerque Urban Enhancement Trust Fund.

For more information about this event, please email info@nuclearmuseum.org or visit nuclearmuseum.org.

The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is located at 601 Eubank SE in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the entrance to the Sandia Science & Technology Park. Formerly the National Atomic Museum, which opened in 1969 and was chartered by Congress in 1991, the Museum serves as a repository and steward of nuclear-related historical items and is a nationally accredited, Smithsonian affiliate. The Museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 361 days a year. The Museum’s website is nuclearmuseum.org and the phone number is 505-245-2137.

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April 29, 2021
Rugged AC UPS Series by Newmar Earns Caltrans Approval

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Newmar’s Rugged AC UPS has been tested and approved by Caltrans for use in the construction, maintenance, and operation of the California state transportation system

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HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., April 21, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Newmar Power, a Mission Critical Electronics company and a leading manufacturer of DC/AC power solutions for public safety and telecom, announces that the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has tested and approved its Rugged AC UPS to the rigorous Caltrans Specifications for Battery Backup System TEES Chapter 4 specification and has been added to the Caltrans Qualified Product List (QPL). The uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is a dependable solution for all outdoor, network, or industrial applications where the loss of power is unacceptable or carries a high cost.

As more critical electronic devices and systems are deployed in outdoor and extreme environments, the need for reliable battery backup power is growing significantly. The Rugged AC UPS can operate in temperature conditions ranging from -40° C to 80° C and is suitable for outdoor applications such as traffic lights, digital signage, and e-tolling systems.

Newmar Power’s new battery backup solution features a wide AC input voltage range of 88-152V AC and a wide range Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) which allows the UPS to stay in normal operation without transferring to back-up mode during temporary voltage irregularities.

The Rugged AC UPS’s built-in temperature-compensated battery charger helps to maximize battery life. Certified to UL 1778/CSA 107.3 and FCC Class A emissions, the Rugged AC UPS is a reliable solution that ensures critical equipment is protected and running, even when power is abnormal or unavailable.

Mark Kroh, President of the Network & Industrial Power business at Mission Critical Electronics, explains, “Caltrans represents the second largest highway system in the United States. We’ve positioned our Rugged AC UPS strategically in the western market and our efforts from the team have paid off. Caltrans approval is monumental for Newmar and as a result, we expect strong growth in all segments of our traffic and transit business.”

To download the datasheet and other technical documents, visit
https://www.poweringthenetwork.com/rugged-ac-ups-series/

To view the product video, visit
https://www.poweringthenetwork.com/rugged-ac-ups-series/

About Newmar Power

Newmar Power has been a leading manufacturer of electronic power products for over 50 years. Offering an extensive line of DC Power Products with an earned reputation of high reliability and quality, Newmar powers essential equipment in industries such as marine, telecommunications, network, land mobile, and automation IOT industries.
www.newmarpower.com

About Mission Critical Electronics

Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, MCE provides specialized products for critical systems in a wide variety of applications operating under the leading brands: Newmar Power, ASEA Power Systems, Kussmaul Electronics, Power Products, Purkeys, Xantrex, and American Battery Charging.
www.mission-critical-electronics.com

Media Contact

Scott Benezra, VP of Sales and Marketing
Mission Critical Electronics | Network & Industrial
sbenezra@powerproducts.com
800.529.1618

Source: Mission Critical Electronics

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April 21, 2021
Travefy Training Camp Soars With Over 7,000 Registrants for Travefy’s First User Conference

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Training Camp provided Travel Advisors a week of Travefy training courses to prepare for travel’s ascent

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updated: Apr 7, 2021

LINCOLN, Neb., April 7, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Travefy successfully hosted its inaugural Training Camp from March 29-April 1, 2021. The virtual event provided in-depth training on Travefy’s suite of itinerary, proposal, marketing, and client management tools.

As a part of the Travefy mission, Travefy’s first-ever Training Camp was a free event, which saw an overwhelming response from the Travel Advisor community with over 7,000 event registrations.

The multi-day event featured nine interactive sessions with the goal of preparing Travel Advisors for travel’s ascent in 2021. Sessions focused on distinct areas of Travefy’s expansive suite of software for Travel Advisors as well as included fun events like a Virtual Trivia Happy Hour.

“I picked up so many tips, tricks, and ideas on how to increase my productivity.”

Keith Grant, KMG Travel Service

Training Camp also included a certification, which saw hundreds of Travel Advisors Training Camp Certified.

“As a part of our commitment to the Travel Advisor community, the Travefy team released a variety of new tools over the past year to help our users best capture the coming post-pandemic wave of travel,” notes Stephanie Gries, Travefy’s Education Coordinator. “The purpose of Training Camp was to ensure our users are trained and able to unlock efficiencies in order to successfully grow their business in 2021 and beyond.”

“Words can not begin to express how happy I was this past week,” shares Keith Grant, a Professional Travel Consultant with KMG Travel Service in Couva, Trinidad and Tobago. “I picked up so many tips, tricks, and ideas on how to increase my productivity.”

“Training Camp was an absolute HIT!” notes Richard Tennant, owner of Xanadu Travel, LLC in Lake Forest, California. “Yesterday, I was able to command four ideas into two proposals. Indeed something I could not have done a week ago.”

To learn more about Travefy Training Camp or to watch recorded sessions, please visit TravefyTrainingCamp.com.

ABOUT TRAVEFY

Travefy’s mission is to power the success of travel professionals. Our award-winning suite of itinerary, proposal, marketing, and client management tools help Travel Advisors and professionals save time, impress clients, and sell more.

Travefy powers thousands of travel businesses across the globe ranging from small, independent travel advisors to the largest travel agencies, consortia, and organizations. Travefy has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes among other publications and has won numerous industry honors including the ASTA Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

For more information, please see Travefy.com.

Source: Travefy

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April 7, 2021

CyberLandr, the Disappearing Camper for Tesla Cybertruck

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CyberLandr™ ushers in a new era of adventure vehicles. Unlike the recreational vehicles that preceded it, CyberLandr encourages you to go more places and be
more active.

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updated: Apr 6, 2021

LAS VEGAS, April 6, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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The Best Trailer is the One You Don’t Have to Tow

Stream It, Inc., headquartered in Las Vegas, NV announces the CyberLandr, an innovative camper/overlander for the Tesla Cybertruck. Rather than being tethered to RV parks for power, water/sewer, or Internet access, CyberLandr lets you take a kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, and office anywhere and everywhere for ultimate wilderness and urban adventures.

When stowed, CyberLandr disappears entirely within the bed of the Tesla Cybertruck allowing the tonneau cover and tailgate to close, creating an exceptionally low center of gravity, zero aerodynamic drag, and minimal effect on range. This allows you to take CyberLandr through terrain more rugged than you would dare take most overlanding trailers, while still being able to take it into a parking garage at the mall or a Starbucks drive-thru.

The Best Camper Is the One You Always Have With You

Because CyberLandr fits in normal parking spaces and doesn’t obstruct outward visibility, you can take it more places and use it more often—including urban adventures like soccer tournaments and little league games so you can keep snacks cold in the fridge, have a place to relax between games, and provide a restroom for the team. And you can also take a hot shower after a day at the beach or a bike ride before you drive home or go out to dinner.

With the included StarLink dish providing Internet access (subscription required), you can stream HD movies to the 32-inch SmartTV/monitor, play video games, participate in a Zoom conference, and even make and receive cell phone calls using WiFi Calling from just about anywhere (except Antarctica). The CyberLandr’s plush, freestanding chairs also recline and transform into an RV-size queen bed.

Even with all the storage provided by the Cybertruck’s cavernous frunk, sail panel storage, and generous interior space, you may occasionally find the need to remove Cyberlandr to haul 4×8 sheets of plywood or a load of mulch. For those times, there is an available dolly to make it easy to remove and store the CyberLandr.

The Ultimate Cybertruck Accessory

CyberLandr’s aesthetics, features, and accompanying app are all designed to complement and enhance the Tesla Cybertruck experience. For example, the CyberLandr’s marble-look porcelain kitchen countertop mirrors the Cybertruck’s dashboard. And just like the Cybertruck, CyberLandr has voice activated automation to control features like lights, its electrochromic dimming windows, and even the faucet. You can also use the app to control these features, to deploy and stow CyberLandr, and to view the 360-degree surround surveillance system. CyberLandr even supports OTA (over-the-air) updates so it continues to improve over time. Can any other RV or adventure vehicle do that?

A recirculating shower means you won’t run out of hot water if you decide to take a longer shower. Radiant heated floors keep you comfortable when it gets cold, and the dry flush toilet means there is never a black-water tank or cassette to empty, clean, or smell. And because the CyberLandr is all electric, you never need to run around town to buy propane, gas, or diesel fuel – a simple charge is all it takes. And 500 Watts of included solar panels help replenish the Cybertruck’s batteries.

An on-board four-stage water filtration system with UV sterilization ensures the water always tastes great regardless of the source, and the fresh water can be replenished when boondocking using clear water from a stream or lake.

You Are Now Free to Roam Around the Earth

People yearn for adventure and exploration. It invigorates, renews souls, dispels depression, and provides a new outlook on life. That is why people like to travel and experience new places. But even when air travel is no longer restricted due to a pandemic, having a vacation dictated by flight schedules, hotel check-in and check-out times, and car rental return deadlines can take a lot of joy out of travel. With CyberLandr, people are free to roam around the Earth on a whim.

With CyberLandr people are better prepared for emergencies like fires, floods, earthquakes, and social unrest should they need to leave on a moment’s notice. CyberLandr is here to usher in the post-SUV era of the eco-friendly adventure vehicle so people can enjoy more of the nature they love while treading more lightly upon it.

CyberLandr—where will you take life?

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Website: www.CyberLandr.com
For photos, videos, GIFs and other media assets: www.CyberLandr.com/media

Contact: sales@cyberlandr.com

Specifications

Dry Weight	1,200 lbs	Sleeping Capacity	2 adults, 2 children
Fresh Water (usable)	40 gal	Visibility from truck	Unobstructed
Aerodynamic Drag (Cd)	0	Patents	5
Est. Range Reduction	5%

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April 6, 2021

Aeri is Launching an Inflatable Shade Canopy
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Aeri is the first of its kind to enter the consumer canopy category with an instant inflatable shade canopy. Unlike traditional canopies that are challenging to set up, let alone pack away once finished, Aeri is lightweight and sets up quickly so everyone can fully enjoy the outdoors with ease.

This patent-pending canopy is lightweight, offers spacious coverage, and is easy to set up solo, and has a quick setup time of three-minutes. Aeri also includes a backpack carrying case, provides UPF 50+ shade, and comes in three gorgeous colorways: Ultra Marine Blue, Carbon Gray, and Heat Wave Orange.

Aeri will be running a crowdfunding campaign soon. A limited amount of the Aeri Canopy will be available for early bird pre-order, with estimated worldwide delivery of summer 2021.

Throwing Shade, in a Good Way!

This canopy is the perfect companion to all outdoor expeditions. Never miss a valuable moment again with the stress-free setup of Aeri.

Alex Laetsch and Niko Cangemi, Co-Founders of Aeri, were inspired by the absence of shade products that deliver on ease of set-up.“We started looking at the canopy category, where we are able to leverage our expertise, and found that outdoor shade coverings were ripe for innovation. We want consumers to be able to focus on what truly matters and soak up all the benefits of being outdoors without the hassle, and that’s how we thought of creating an ultra-portable inflatable shade canopy that can be set up in minutes and can be packed down into a backpack when finished. It is so easy to set up; only one person is required. It is the true ‘Go Anywhere, Do Anything Canopy’,” describes Cangemi, the CEO of the company.

Enjoy the Sun, All Day Long

Who doesn’t love spending time outdoors? Aeri lets everyone enjoy the perfect balance of play and protection against sun exposure. It effectively blocks 98% of the sun’s rays (UVA + UVB).

Extra Protections & Privacy

The durable material of this canopy will shelter users from winds and rain. Aeri will stay securely in place with its aerodynamic dome-shaped design and included stakes and tethers.

Feature Highlights
- Lightweight at 17lbs
- 3-minute set-up & take down
- Included zip on side shade wall
- 10ft Wx 10 ft Lx 8 ft H coverage
- USB rechargeable lithium-ion air pump
- Included backpack carrying case
- Included stakes and tethers
- Durable, water-resistant material
- UPF 50+ canopy top
- Patent pending
About Aeri

The founders of Aeri have 20+ years of background in creating consumer products, producing everything from inflatable holiday decorations to summer pool floats. Leveraging their collective design, engineering, and manufacturing experience, they developed Aeri, a patent-pending revolutionary product that looks great, is ultra-durable, and most importantly, delivers on the promises of portability and easy setup.

For more information, go to: http://www.aerioutdoors.com/. Press kit is available here.

Media Contact

Lucie Simikova, lucie@rainfactory.com

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April 1, 2021
TPConnects, the Technology Provider, Announces That Eastern Airlines is Investing in New Distribution Capabilities With IATA’s NDC Level 4 Certification

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Eastern Airlines selects TPConnects as its Technology Provider for NDC based distribution

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updated: Mar 30, 2021

WAYNE, Penn., March 30, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Eastern Airlines, historically known as one of the “Big Four” carriers in the United States, announced that it has achieved the New Distribution Capability (NDC) Level 4 Certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The certification enables a dynamic and cost-effective distribution model for Eastern Airlines as it further improves the airline’s communication capabilities with its travel partners using rich content.

Eastern Airlines’ NDC Level 4 Certification was facilitated through its partnership with TPConnects, an IATA NDC Dual Level 4 Certified IT Provider and Aggregator. Additionally, as its travel technology partner, TPConnects revamped Eastern Airlines’ recently launched Internet Booking Engine (IBE) goeasternair.com. Along with the IBE, the airline’s Travel Agency booking portal is also powered by TPConnects NDC Offer and Order Management Solution. It enables the airlines to control various interfaces through a single Middleware and provide Offers to customers in real-time.

Steve Harfst, President & CEO, Eastern Airlines, said, “IATA’s NDC Level 4 Certification is a pivotal investment that assists Eastern’s mission in providing underserved markets with direct, nonstop flights at the best value. We can now ensure that our passengers have direct access to relevant content across both direct and indirect distribution channels that are unique to their wants and expectations. The NDC standard allows Eastern to efficiently create, deliver, and control inventory that is both reliable and secure for the passenger. Our travel partners can now benefit from access to our full range of product offerings, merchandising, and servicing capabilities and the end-to-end order lifecycle from booking to completion. We look forward to our continued partnership with TPConnects, a proven technology expert in the field, as we transform the way we go to market and deliver enhanced customer experiences as part of the Eastern Promise.

Rajendran Vellapalath, CEO, TPConnects, said, “Our latest partnership with the American carrier Eastern Airlines is a milestone with many firsts, much to the credit of the collaboration and the expertise it brought to the table. It is indeed a testimony to our follow-the-sun approach where teams across time zones collaborated successfully to simultaneously deliver multiple NDC-enabled products for the airline. This is especially significant for TPConnects as we expanded our product portfolio with the delivery of the Internet Booking Engine within TPConnects Airline Solutions. Given the scope of the partnership, we are committed and well-positioned as the partner-of-choice to support Eastern Airlines with a gamut of industry-leading services and innovative travel technology solutions.”

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About Eastern Airlines

Eastern Airlines was originally founded in 1926. By 1930, Eastern grew to become one of the “Big Four” domestic airlines, where it would remain for the next several decades. As a carrier with a legacy of pioneering new routes, Eastern Airlines has returned to the skies for its next adventure as the first scheduled carrier to be certified in the United States since 2007. Eastern’s mission is to bring back the sense of awe and wonder to air travel by providing underserved markets across the globe with nonstop-only flights at the best value. For more information, please visit www.goeasternair.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

MEDIA CONTACT

marketing@goeasternair.com

About TPConnects

For more information, visit www.tpconnects.com

Media Contact George@tpconnects.com

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March 30, 2021
Vacation Ownership Consultants Provides Tips on How to Exhaust Your Options With Timeshare Resorts

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When it comes to getting rid of vacation ownership or managing the financial obligation during rough patches, understanding how to go about handling the matter is key.

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updated: Mar 16, 2021

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 16, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Aside from the extensive amount of fraud in the exit realm, timeshare companies have been known to leverage an owner’s despair as an upsell opportunity. If you know how to exhaust your options with timeshare resorts, then the chances of making wise decisions (to avoid further setbacks) drastically increases.

Whether you hire VOC to guide you or not, finding someone you can trust is extremely beneficial. There are hundreds of narratives out there looking to take advantage of an owner’s desperation. But before you go trying to figure out which pitch scratches your itch, try to see the full picture of your contract and the situation you’re currently in.

Waiting to Use Your Timeshare Can Be Exhausting.

COVID-19 has not only made everyone’s life a little bit more strenuous, but it’s created quite the stir amongst timeshare owners. Besides an inability to use their expensive vacation, they’ve remained on the hook for payments and annual dues. In fact, maintenance fees are still rising despite minimal upkeep and house cleaning services. Truth be told, many of these employees have been let go.

So how are owners supposed to work things out with the resort under these conditions? Well, first and foremost, they have to avoid desperate measures at all costs. Tread with caution when accepting or trusting in what the timeshare’s sales or retention department is spoon feeding you as it may lead to an upsell with further commitments.

In case you weren’t aware, the helping hand hasn’t exactly been beneficial for owners over the past year.

Exhausting Your Options with Timeshare Resorts.

Even if escaping the burden may appear to be a lost cause, making an attempt to exhaust your options before walking away is necessary. The perpetuated myth of the industry is that resorts want disgruntled buyers to think it’s impossible to get out of a timeshare. But if the purchase is hindering you, what do you have to lose?

Those that just stop making payments or attempt to file a lawsuit are often caught off guard by the uphill battle and uncertainty throughout. This is why owners ought to approach their escape plan as a methodical process with a sprinkle of professionalism and a focus on efficiency.

Every mistake can be costly. If you don’t take it seriously, a number of things could go wrong. With that being said, if you’re looking to exhaust your options with timeshare resorts, visit the article here for some tips to digest.

By Vacation Ownership Consultants

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March 16, 2021
Roadtrippers Launches ‘Voices from the Road’

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Roadtrippers, the world’s #1 road trip planning tool, is launching Voices from the Road. The new storytelling project amplifies underrepresented voices in the outdoor and road travel space and focuses on every aspect of roadtripping — not just the Instagram-friendly version.

Road trips are often depicted with familiar views from picture-perfect locations. But these photoshopped images don’t tell the full story of road travel, where vehicles break down, travelers get hangry and lost, and the weather doesn’t always cooperate. Amazingly, it’s often during these difficult situations that the real memories are made. To understand what road travel is really all about, it’s important to hear from travelers from all kinds of backgrounds.

“One of our goals with Voices from the Road is to help democratize roadtripping and remove any gatekeeping around who gets to travel and have their voice heard,” said Sanna Boman, editor in chief of Roadtrippers.

Voices from the Road’s first published stories cover a lot of ground, literally and topically:

“Last year, Roadtrippers users planned more than three million road trips spanning two billion total miles,” said Boman. “That is three million potential stories about the ups, downs, joys, frustrations, adventures, and unexpected experiences that any road trip brings with it — and we want to hear those stories.”

Roadtrippers has been recognized as a leading authority in road travel through its team of experts and outstanding editorial content. Recent awards include a 2020 gold medal from the North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA).

About Roadtrippers

Roadtrippers is the world’s #1 road trip planning tool. Roadtrippers helps people experience the world around them in an entirely new way by streamlining discovery, planning, booking, and navigation into an engaging and intuitive process. Since launching in 2012, Roadtrippers has helped its users plan more than 25 million trips covering more than 7.8 billion miles. Every year, more than 18 million people visit Roadtrippers to get the inspiration they need to hit the road.

To learn more about Roadtrippers, visit roadtrippers.com and follow @roadtrippers on Instagram and Twitter.

For more information, contact:
Alanna Zahn Davis
917.699.6425
alanna@theazuregroup.com

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March 11, 2021
TPConnects Partners With Gulf Air to Step Up Retailing Capabilities With IATA NDC Level 4 Certification

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Dubai-based TPConnects to launch a full-fledged, IATA NDC-enabled, distribution enabling Gulf Air to capitalize on revenue opportunities, increase loyalty and improve overall customer experience.

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updated: Mar 9, 2021

MANAMA, Bahrain, March 9, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced it has achieved NDC Level 4 certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

In line with Gulf Air’s digital strategy, the Level 4 certification will now empower the airline to provide the full extent of its Offer and Order Management and servicing capabilities to its direct and indirect distribution channels, including IATA and non-IATA members, across the globe. Gulf Air has partnered with TPConnects, an IATA NDC certificated IT Provider and Aggregator, as its technology partner to develop the NDC-enabled distribution platform.

In a challenging operating environment brought on by the Covid-19 crisis, this timely announcement marks a significant milestone for Gulf Air as it explores cost-saving and increased revenue-generating measures and seeks to leverage opportunities for top-line growth and bottom-line benefits.

On the occasion of receiving the NDC Level 4 official certification, Gulf Air’s Chief Commercial Officer Mr. Vincent Coste said: “As part of our digital transformation, our focus continues to be on driving innovation and strengthening the value proposition through this downturn. With IATA’s NDC Level 4 certification, we are well-poised to improve the retailing and servicing experience across our global multi-channel distribution network, underpinned by a customer-centric approach. Apart from the anticipated cost savings, it will also give us the flexibility to create and fully control our inventory and content distribution across channels – from Online Travel Agencies, travel agents and Travel Management Companies (TMC) – providing easy access to rich content and differentiated, personalized and dynamic offers.”

Commenting on the announcement, Rajendran Vellapalath, CEO, TPConnects, said, “As Gulf Air’s technology partner, we are committed to supporting the airline in an ever-changing landscape as it focuses on long-term growth and sustainability. Our NDC-based technology, including NDCMarketplace.com and Combined Airline API and Airline Agent Platform with air and non-air ancillaries, will enable Gulf Air to tap into revenue opportunities and reduce costs associated with distribution, while increasing customer loyalty and satisfaction. Under this partnership, we have plans in place to roll out Gulf Air’s NDC-enabled platform and deliver Live NDC transactions in March 2021.”

In a time where agility and personalization are paramount, the Level 4 NDC certification will help Gulf Air to provide greater transparency, accelerate the speed of communication, swiftly address servicing requirements and serve a wide range of business needs with exclusive rich content and real-time personalized combinations of products and merchandising across its channels.

Travel and corporate partners, including IATA and Non-IATA travel agents, who wish to access Gulf Air’s NDC content will be able to register their interest on https://ndc.gulfair.com in the coming few weeks.

About Gulf Air

About TPConnects

More details contact George Rajan – VP Sales – TPConnects – Email george@tpconnects.com

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March 9, 2021
SEPTEM Launches the Smallest Pure Titanium Camp Grill & Hotplate on Kickstarter
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For BBQ-loving Campers. Ultra-lightweight, Anti-bacterial, Anti-corrosion, Anti-rust. Great for Backpacking, Camping Trips, Hiking, and Bushcraft.

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updated: Mar 2, 2021
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Following a successful Kickstarter campaign for the EATI | Anti-bacterial Titanium Utensil Multi-Tool, SEPTEM continues to focus on creating an ultra-light, incredibly durable camping necessity for backpackers, hikers, and all manner of outdoors people.

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

Portable, Lightweight, and Convenient

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

Half Hotplate – Half Grill

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

Made from Titanium – Anti-bacterial, Anti-corrosion, Anti-rust

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

All Amazing Features
1. Lifetime Use
2. Easy to Clean
3. Ultra-lightweight
4. Fire-resistant
5. Anti-bacterial
6. Non-corrosive
7. Durable
The campaign has already surpassed its original funding goals, and there is still time for consumers to be a part of the SEPTEM community at an exclusive discount.

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

About SEPTEM Studio:

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

Media Contact:

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Or contact us at admin@septemstudio.online (SEPTEM Studio)

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March 2, 2021
Matthew Keezer Recommends Seychelles as a Great Destination Option During COVID-19

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MONTREAL, March 1, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Seychelles is one of the most popular travel destinations, thanks to its stunning beaches, breathtaking wildlife, world-class diving experiences, and tasty Creole cuisine. The great news is that Seychelles is open to visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic and remains one of the relatively safe destinations to visit. Matthew Keezer, the former CEO of Momentum Travel and now a travel consultant, provided the following information about safe caribbean travel.

Throughout 2020, Seychelles reported low COVID-19 infection rates and typically registered zero cases most days last year. However, after Christmas 2020, Seychelles started recording an increase in daily infections. Since December, the beautiful island country has recorded 1,033 COVID-19 cases and three deaths.

Even though Seychelles has recorded a spike in COVID-19 cases, Matthew Keezer would still recommend this destination. As he points out, these numbers are not alarming. “Seychelles has recorded about a thousand cases for 100,000 people. In comparison, the U.S. had reported nearly 7,500 cumulative COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents as of Jan. 24,” Matthew Keezer explains.

Matthew Keezer also adds that the Seychelles government is taking the spike in cases very seriously and has taken action immediately. To prevent COVID-19 from spreading, Seychelles enforced measures such as closures and travel limitations. The island country is planning to start welcoming visitors as of mid-March.

The decision to start welcoming international travelers is based on the belief that Seychelles will have vaccinated almost 75% of its adult population by that time, making the country a relatively safe destination for visitors. According to a press release issued by the country’s Department of Tourism, Seychelles wants to be the first country in the world to use vaccinations “to achieve herd immunity.”

As Matthew Keezer points out, COVID-19 will linger for a bit longer. However, there is no reason to avoid traveling for another year, especially to destinations that are doing everything in their power to eradicate the virus.

Even though Seychelles will start welcoming travelers soon, there will be some limitations. The destination will welcome all vaccinated travelers who can prove that they’ve taken a “complete dose” of a vaccine — meaning two doses — at least two weeks before arriving. Also, even vaccinated travelers will have to provide a negative result from an RT-PCR COVID-19 test taken less than 72 hours prior to traveling. All vaccinated travelers will be required to stay in hotels or guesthouses that have been certified for so-called “Category 1” travelers.

Seychelles will also allow unvaccinated travelers to enter if they arrive via private jet or come from a list of 48 permitted countries. These travelers will also have to provide a negative PCR test upon their arrival. They will also be required to stay in certified accommodations. However, these travelers will have to quarantine for 10 days.

For all those eligible to travel to Seychelles, Matthew Keezer recommends regularly checking government announcements to stay up to date with the latest rules and regulations.

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March 1, 2021
Transportation Communications Union Adds Law Firm, Sommers Schwartz to Designated Counsel List

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In January 2021, the Transportation Communications Union (TCU) named the railroad lawyers of Sommers Schwartz, P.C., as Designated Legal Counsel.

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DETROIT, February 25, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Members of the Transportation Communications Union (TCU) and its divisions, such as the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen, can choose to work with the highly skilled railroad injury attorneys at Sommers Schwartz for any workplace injury claim, including those arising under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA), as well as workplace disputes involving discrimination and retaliation.

FELA is the federal statute that gives injured railroad workers a means of recovery for an on-the-job accident. Unlike workers’ compensation laws, FELA created a negligence cause of action that allows injured railroaders the right to obtain damages for full lost wages and pain and suffering.

The Transportation Communications Union was founded in 1899 and represents the interests of more than 46,000 railway employees. The TCU represents employees from across the industry, including accountants, auto technicians, carmen, clerks, computer programmers, government workers, inter-modal workers, on-board service workers, police officers, reservations agents, secretaries, skycaps, and redcaps, supervisors, transit workers, truck drivers, and yardmasters.

Sommers Schwartz is a nationally recognized personal injury law firm consisting of the best and brightest attorneys in the industry. The firm’s experienced and knowledgeable FELA lawyers have successfully represented many injured rail workers, getting them the compensation, they need and deserve after a serious workplace accident.

To learn more about Sommers Schwartz Railroad Injury Litigation Team, visit www.sommerspc.com/railroaders.

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February 25, 2021
SparkCharge Partners With Allstate, Spiffy, Mark Cuban, and Others to Launch BoostEV, the World’s First On-Demand Mobile EV Charging Network

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BoostEV gains big partners in making electric vehicle ownership and charging more convenient.

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updated: Feb 23, 2021

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Companies big and small are partnering with SparkCharge to create the world’s very first on-demand and mobile electric vehicle charging network. Now, with just the push of a button via SparkCharge’s BoostEV smartphone app, electric vehicle owners can access this new network and have a charge delivered directly to their vehicle. It’s quick, convenient, and contact-free.

Forward-thinking companies like Allstate Roadside, Spiffy, and others, have teamed up with SparkCharge to service electric vehicles in a way that has never been done before. Now, these companies can provide electric vehicle owners with a quick and convenient charging service by delivering a portable Roadie charging system to any location the driver desires. This service eliminates the need to rely on existing, non-mobile, electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

BoostEV Charging as a Service (CaaS) is now available in select cities such as Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York City, Raleigh, Richmond, VA, San Diego, San Francisco, and Santa Cruz.

“We’re building a completely new type of EV charging infrastructure,” shared SparkCharge CEO, Josh Aviv. “It’s mobile, on-demand and, for the first time, truly gives EV owners freedom and control to charge their car anytime, anywhere by ordering the service through the Boost EV app. Just like food delivery, EV owners can now have range delivered to them on the spot. When people think about EV charging, we know BoostEV will be top of mind for them.”

SparkCharge’s revolutionary electric vehicle charging network has already captured the attention of innovative, customer-centric companies. “Our relationship with SparkCharge supports our commitment to providing innovative solutions and a circle of protection for customers,” said Joan Trach, Allstate Roadside Chief Operating Officer. “With SparkCharge, Allstate Roadside is able to protect more customers by expanding roadside service and protection to those with electric vehicles. No matter what type of vehicle you drive, Allstate Roadside is there for you.”

“When SparkCharge appeared on Shark Tank, I knew they were on the cusp of something game-changing, and this is it. They have created a new, innovative EV charging infrastructure that eliminates the stress of range anxiety for all EV owners. The EV market is growing so fast and having a network completely free from the legacy issues of old infrastructure is huge. As an electric vehicle owner myself, getting my car charged while I do other things is priceless,” said Mark Cuban, serial entrepreneur, and SparkCharge investor.

With other states joining Massachusetts and California’s ban of new gas vehicle sales starting in 2035, the growing demand for electric vehicles is accelerating rapidly. The lack of needed infrastructure to support this growth has made mobile (non-grid reliant) charging a necessity to accelerate the momentum for EV adoption.

Companies like Spiffy are innovating by joining SparkCharge and offering BoostEV as a charging service alongside their mobile car wash and detail, disinfection, tire changing and other mobile maintenance services. “Delivering convenient, trusted, professional, and green car care directly to our customers is what Spiffy is all about,” said Spiffy VP of Marketing, Grayson Leverenz. “SparkCharge aligns beautifully with our values and helps us delight our customers with outstanding EV charging experiences. We are excited to be on this journey with them.”

“The wait and see approach to consumer demand for EV charging is no longer viable for companies in the automotive world. Some major automotive and service provider companies still don’t have a plan for EV charging. I truly believe that mobile, on-demand charging will grow the EV market exponentially. This is just the start of the charging revolution. We’re building amazing programs that utilize BoostEV with large OEMs, utilities, fleet, hospitality, and several other industries,” said Aviv. “Being involved with great companies like Allstate Roadside, Spiffy and others means that our BoostEV service will be a fast-growing, green staple for EV drivers for years to come.”

To learn more about SparkCharge and cities that offer the BoostEV service, visit www.SparkCharge.io.

About SparkCharge:

SparkCharge was founded in 2017 by CEO Joshua Aviv, with the goal of building and growing the world’s largest mobile electric vehicle charging network. This network is now a reality due to three key factors: hardware, software, and partnerships. The Roadie Charging System is a portable, powerful, modular charging solution that makes DC fast charging possible anywhere regardless of infrastructure. The app BoostEV allows EV drivers to request a charge delivery right to their vehicle. SparkCharge partners then provide on-demand charging as requested on BoostEV via the Roadie Charging System, the world’s only portable charging network.

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February 23, 2021