Thursday, November 6, 2014

#TravelThursday - Technology Edition


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As you know, there are smartphone apps for just about every aspect of travel. Looking for a GPS app that shows real updates of traffic and accidents? Done. Need a last minute hotel tonight in your location? Easy peasy. But other than apps in particular - check out how smartphones themselves have changed the way we travel:

In-flight social networks
- Have you flown Virgin America recently? Their in-flight social network lets you use your iPhones to connect with other passengers at the gate or in the air! What’s the reason for this? This system was designed with the business traveler in mind, hoping they could take advantage of some downtime in flight and make some new professional connections.


Unlocking a room - Who needs to worry about room keys anymore? Starting this week, guests at ten Starwood Hotels around the world will be able to use their smartphones as room keys. Guests can check in using the Starwood app, get their room number, hold their phones up to the door, and the device’s Bluetooth connection will activate the lockpad. The technology will be available in all 150 Aloft, Element, and W Hotels by early next year. 


A smartphone carry on - Enter the world’s first smart, connected carry on! From your smartphone, you can lock and unlock it, track its location, be notified if you are leaving it behind and find out more about your travel habits with data tracking. Plus, you can charge your phone or other devices several times with the build in battery charger - boom. This indiegogo project started last month and will close on November 24th - and its already raised $785,946 of its $50,000 goal. Preorder yours today!

Perhaps we should start figuring out an app of our own! 

Next time you’re going away on business or planning a nice relaxing getaway, book your transportation with us! At Dynasty Limousine, our goal is to provide you with a luxurious experience, no matter where you’re going.  We understand our clients desire to relax and enjoy their experience, so we leave nothing to chance. Call and request a quote today (631) 587-8500!