Marriott film gets 4m views The new Marriott short film Two Bellmen Two only released on February 5 has already racked up more than four million views on Youtube. Aimed at attracting customers to the brand, the film was made in Dubai at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel. Sponsors also involved are Emirates, Mercedes and Tumi luggage. Brand placement is understated and the film also explores the sights beyond the hotel. The film is produced by Marriott Content Studio and follows on two films released last year, one based in Paris, called French Kiss and the other based in Los Angeles, Two Bellmen. The actors Caine Sinclair and William Spencer play the bellmen, see http://twobellmen.marriott.com/
Flashing light best for jetlag? Could jetlag be on the way out? Scientists at Stanford University believe that exposing travellers to short flashes of light while sleeping will quickly and efficiently delay the onset of jetlag. Light therapy has always been thought to help in reducing jetlag. Scientists found the short flashes are more effective than continuous exposure. Flashing lights are also thought to help reset the circadian rhythms. Expect to be offering flashing light treatment on long-haul flights in the future. Uber notice with American Airlines When booking a trip with American Airlines passengers will be sent a "remind me to Uber" notice to help complete their trip. AA and Uber are partnering at 11 airports around the United States to create a streamlined service from office to airport. Airports with the service include JFK, LGA, ORD, DFW, LAX and SFO. The car booking will link in with the airline booking and details of pickup times and places sent to the passenger. Black cabs to take corporate cards Travelling in London on a corporate card will be easier from October when all black cabs will have to take cards. No more need for cash. The regulatory agency Transport for London has ordered that all 22,500 cabs take cards by then. At present only about half of cabs can take cards. Drivers will not be permitted to add a surcharge for card payments.