At TEDIndia, Pranav Mistry demos several tools that help the physical world interact with the world of data -- including a deep look at his SixthSense device and a new, paradigm-shifting paper "laptop".
In an onstage Q&A, Mistry says he'll open-source the software behind SixthSense, to open its possibilities to all.
You have to see this ! Amazing !
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Accor U.S. adopts “made in Canada” Green Key
DALLAS, TX, HORSHAM, PA, OTTAWA–Canada’s Green Key program has gone international, with the latest development a decision by Accor North America to pilot the Green Key Eco-Rating Program within its portfolio in the United States in 2010.
The Accor North America pilot will involve 20 properties, including representatives from the Motel 6, Sofitel and Studio 6 brands. In the course of the pilot, ANA corporate leadership will evaluate the program and decide whether to move forward with a larger rollout throughout the United States.
“Accor is widely recognized within the global hospitality industry as being a leader in sustainability initiatives,” he added in a release. “We are confident that Green Key will become an important part of Accor North America’s efforts to protect and preserve the environment.”
Irwin Prince has ties to both Accor and the HAC, since his company, Realstar Hospitality, franchises Motel 6 and Studio 6 in Canada, and he chaired the HAC for two years.
“Realstar has been a supporter and advocate of the Hotel Association of Canada’s Green Key initiative from the outset,” said Prince.
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The Accor North America pilot will involve 20 properties, including representatives from the Motel 6, Sofitel and Studio 6 brands. In the course of the pilot, ANA corporate leadership will evaluate the program and decide whether to move forward with a larger rollout throughout the United States.
“Accor is widely recognized within the global hospitality industry as being a leader in sustainability initiatives,” he added in a release. “We are confident that Green Key will become an important part of Accor North America’s efforts to protect and preserve the environment.”
Irwin Prince has ties to both Accor and the HAC, since his company, Realstar Hospitality, franchises Motel 6 and Studio 6 in Canada, and he chaired the HAC for two years.
“Realstar has been a supporter and advocate of the Hotel Association of Canada’s Green Key initiative from the outset,” said Prince.
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HST: Boost or bust for tourism industry?
In March 2009 the Government of Ontario announced the introduction of a harmonized sales tax (HST) followed by the Government of British Columbia in September. The current provincial sales tax in BC and Ontario is 7 per cent and 8 per cent respectively. On July 1st, these rates will be combined with the 5 per cent Goods and Services Tax resulting in a 12 per cent and 13 per cent tax in each province.
The announcement of HST took the tourism industry by surprise in both jurisdictions.
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The announcement of HST took the tourism industry by surprise in both jurisdictions.
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Hotel Indigo to dock in Shanghai
Hotel Indigo will open its first property in Asia Pacific in May 2010 at Shiliupu at the Southern end of The Bund in Shanghai. The only hotel to sit directly on the Huangpu River front, Hotel Indigo Shanghai on the Bund assures not only spectacular views of both the historic Bund and dramatic Pudong skylines, but an upscale boutique hotel experience where the focus is on informal yet personal service, individual design reflecting the local neighborhood, and providing guests with an authentic taste of today’s Shanghai, where old and new converge.
Holiday Inn hotel unveils multi-million dollar renovation
Holiday Inn Barrie Hotel & Conference Centre in ONtario, Canada
announced today the culmination of a multi-million hotel renovation project.
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announced today the culmination of a multi-million hotel renovation project.
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Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier opens in North Van
I was on the North Shore yesterday and I discovered this new beautiful hotel.
Just opened on January 15th 2010 - The Pinnacle Hotel At the Pier.
First let me just congratulate the owners of the hotel on a wonderful property.
Definitely one of the best !
Also let me congratulate the Interior Designer CHIL.
Wonderful selection of fabrics used and elegant choice of colors.
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Just opened on January 15th 2010 - The Pinnacle Hotel At the Pier.
First let me just congratulate the owners of the hotel on a wonderful property.
Definitely one of the best !
Also let me congratulate the Interior Designer CHIL.
Wonderful selection of fabrics used and elegant choice of colors.
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