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Hylla Vintage Hotel Triumphs in 2025 Trip.com Choice Awards, Redefining High-End Vacation Scenarios in Asia

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LIJIANG, China, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hylla Vintage Hotel has earned international recognition with three top honors in the 2025 Trip.com Choice Awards. The hotel has been recognized among the “World’s 100 Most Beautiful Hotels,” “Asia’s 100 Most Beautiful Hotels,” and “Asia’s 100 Most Luxurious Hotels.” This remarkable achievement underscores the hotel’s exceptional blend of natural aesthetics, cultural heritage, and local hospital philosophy, reinforcing its position as a leader in the high-end resort hotel sector in China and enhancing its international influence.

The Trip.com Choice Awards is recognized for its dual evaluation system, which combines comprehensive data analytics—spanning over 1,000 hotels—with on-site assessments. Hylla’s success lies in its immersive cultural experiences, seamless integration with the natural landscape, and innovative service offerings. The hotel offers breathtaking views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, seamlessly incorporating alpine meadows and ancient villages to provide an immersive retreat experience. It also blends traditional Naxi architecture with modern design elements, offers professional local concierge services, and hosts a diverse array of Naxi cultural activities. The Trip.com Selection Committee remarked, “Hylla sets a new benchmark in luxury hospitality by harmoniously balancing eco-friendly practices with cultural resonance. This approach not only meets the expectations of international travelers for luxury travel experiences but also imbues the hotel with a profound local spiritual essence.”

Zhou Yuwen, Co-Founder of the Hylla brand and General Manager of Hylla Hotels & Resorts, stated, “By integrating the national visa-free policy with Yunnan’s cultural and tourism appeal, Hylla Vintage Hotel offers three key advantages in attracting Southeast Asian tourists: shorter travel decision-making cycles paired with longer stays for more immersive experiences, the dual allure of cultural familiarity and natural diversity, and the tailored enhancement of hotel services and activities.” For instance, the 240-hour visa-free transit policy allows travelers from Southeast Asia to move easily across provincial borders. Tourists from countries like Thailand and Malaysia can quickly reach Yunnan via the Lao-China Railway or direct flights, such as the Bangkok-Lijiang route. Lijiang, home to Hylla, serves as a tourism hub in northwestern Yunnan and is well-positioned to accommodate this influx of travelers. Southeast Asian tourists, who often have a keen interest in ethnic minority cultures, will find the hotel’s proximity to significant cultural sites, including the Jietuo Forest, the birthplace of the Mushi Tusi, and Baisha Ancient Town, a Tang Dynasty Buddhist art center, particularly appealing. The hotel offers immersive experiences such as thangka painting and Naxi home visits, accommodating their desires for cultural exploration. Additionally, coming from tropical climates, Southeast Asian tourists are drawn to ecological landscapes featuring snow-capped mountains and alpine meadows. The hotel’s panoramic, snow-view guest rooms offer a distinctive natural experience that resonates with this traveler interest. According to Trip.com’s 2025 data, Hylla boasts a 30% repurchase rate among Southeast Asian customers. The region’s high-net-worth individuals are increasingly drawn to “healing vacations,” and the hotel caters to this preference by offering snowy mountain meditation courses and tea sound healing sessions. The property also features detached courtyard rooms with excellent privacy and hosts private banquets with stunning snowy mountain views, fulfilling the dual expectations for a sense of escape and high-end social settings. For Southeast Asian families, Hylla provides exclusive children’s services, such as vegetable picking and Naxi handicraft classes. Activities like Georo Coffee Bar’s starry bonfire party are designed to be enjoyable for all ages. To address language barriers, security concerns, and any issues that can arise with cross-border transactions, the hotel offers English-speaking butler service, 24-hour security and convenient local currency exchange services. The guest room and outdoor core areas are fully separated to ensure safety and privacy, with non-guests restricted from entering the guest room area.

According to Trip.com data, searches for net zero carbon hotels by travelers for Southeast Asia surged by 89% year-on-year in 2025. As a prime example of eco-friendly and luxury hotels in China, Hylla’s focus on sustainability is set to further boost the hotel’s international competitiveness. Zhou Yuwen remarked, “The first phase of the hotel spans 233,333 square meters, nestled against the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain range. It is uniquely positioned among snow-capped mountains, forests, and ancient villages, offering a wealth of ecological and cultural resources.” From inception to development, the project has consistently upheld a commitment to low-carbon, eco-friendly practices, and community contribution, positioning itself as a leader and exemplar in China’s ecological sustainability landscape. To further integrate nature and humanity, Hylla plans to build a comprehensive ecological cluster for a secluded snowy mountain vacation, designed to evolve organically over time.

About Hylla Vintage Hotel

Established in 2019 and joining the Leading Hotels of the World in 2023, Hylla Vintage Hotel is part of Hylla Hotels & Resorts. Located in Lijiang, a region celebrated for its rich convergence of natural beauty and cultural heritage, the hotel is located on the restored land of the ancient Naxi Kingdom. It stands out as one of the few boutique hotels in China that seamlessly blends local sustainable architecture, spatial aesthetics, and a collection of medieval artworks with neo-naturalism. The hotel features 29 vintage rooms and offers over 10,000 square meters of outdoor venues, including Yink Restaurant, Georo Coffee Bar, Organic Vegetable Garden, Hylla Selection, Red Rock Gallery Shop, Wulu Gallery, Xupai Lawn, Meadows Theater, Wilderness Garden, Lakeside Lawn, and Glamping. These spaces host a variety of enriching activities including local handicraft experiences, art exhibitions, and nature and culture explorations, catering to those seeking an immersive experience in exotic cultures. The hotel champions a sustainable aesthetic defined by relaxation and moderation, inviting every guest to rediscover their personal rhythm of life amidst the snow-capped mountains, forests, and ancient villages.

For bookings or more information, please contact hyllareservation@hyllagroup.com  or call +86 0888 – 5155555. You can also find us on social media by searching for “Hylla Hotels & Resorts” on WeChat, Wechat Channels, Weibo, Xiaohongshu, and Douyin, or looking for “hyllalifestyle” on Instagram and TikTok.  

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America’s Largest Political Group Is Getting Its Own Election Night

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A record 45% of Americans identify with neither party. On November 3, they get the first nationally televised Election Night built around the independent voter bloc, presented by United Independents, the organization behind the Independent National Convention, in partnership with DeFiance Media.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Can the country’s largest bloc of voters turn identity into representation? Independents now make up 45% of U.S. adults, a record high in Gallup’s 2025 data, yet partisan coverage continues to dominate mainstream mediums. On November 3, one broadcast will cover the election from the Independent point of view.

Broadcast live from the National Press Club’s television studio in Washington, D.C. Election Night 2026: Independent Edition is an eight-hour program hosted by Christopher Life, founder and CEO of United Independents, and Macy Gunnell, NewsForce’s White House correspondent. DeFiance Media will be producing and streaming the broadcast.

Built on live election data from The Associated Press (AP), the program will call the national races as the returns come in. Then it goes where other broadcasts don’t: race-by-race coverage of independent candidates in consequential congressional contests, and guest conversations with the strategists and organizers behind them.

Built for the Voters Both Parties Are Chasing

Two generations of Americans have come of age as independent voters, and in 74 years of nationally televised Election Night broadcasts, not one has been built around them. This one is: national results and the balance of power, dedicated coverage of the independent candidates who could tip the next Congress, and a live chat with selected viewer questions put to the hosts and guests on air.

Open to Every Newsroom

Television pool feed. U.S. television outlets, including local stations, can carry the program live, in full or in part, separate from DeFiance Media’s full-program streaming.Social streaming. The broadcast streams through participating social media partners. Channels that want to carry it can sign up at Election2026.live.Live clips and excerpts. Newsrooms, commentators, and creators can pull portions of the program for reporting and social distribution while the broadcast is underway.

Request access through the Media & Distribution Access Form at Election2026.live.

Free and Accessible Nationwide

Going live Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, from 6 PM- 2 AM ET. Updates, guest announcements, and viewing instructions: Election2026.live.

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Shaun Saunders
shaun@graffiticreativegroup.com

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Pianist Michael Weinstein Wins Best Social Media Music Collaborations at the 2026 Vega Awards

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With more than a million followers across social media, Weinstein’s piano collaborations bring together vocalists from around the world to create unique musical performances and reach new audiences.

SOUTH SALEM, N.Y., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pianist, entrepreneur and social media creator Michael Weinstein has been recognized at the 2026 Vega Digital Awards in the Social Media Collaboration category for his music collaboration series, Piano Sessions: Bringing Voices Together Through Music.

“I love collaborating with talented singers including building friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

Weinstein has built a social media audience of more than a million followers across TikTok, Instagram and other platforms by sharing piano performances and collaborations with singers from around the world. His videos feature vocalists performing alongside his piano accompaniment, creating intimate musical performances that showcase each artist’s individual talent and style.

While Weinstein has spent much of his professional career building businesses and marketing consumer brands, music has always remained one of his greatest passions.

“Music has always been a huge part of my life and one of the things I enjoy most is collaborating with other musicians,” said Weinstein. “I’ve had the opportunity to work with so many incredibly talented singers and I love being able to play alongside them and create something special together. It’s also rewarding to introduce these artists to new audiences while building relationships and friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

An accomplished pianist and keyboardist, Weinstein has collaborated with an impressive range of vocalists, including artists who have performed and recorded with Maroon 5, Sting, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Usher, Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott. He has also collaborated with standout performers from American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Voice.

Weinstein is also planning a live concert in New York City in 2027, bringing together several of the talented vocalists featured on his social media channels for a special collaborative performance. Additional details will be announced in the coming months.

Outside of music, Weinstein is the Founder and CEO of JAM Direct, a marketing and advertising agency, and former Chief Marketing Officer of Allstar Products Group, where he was responsible for marketing some of the most successful products in “As Seen On TV” history, including the Snuggie, ShamWow and Shake Weight.

Watch Michael Weinstein’s performances here:

https://linktr.ee/mweinsteinmusic

About the Vega Digital Awards

The Vega Digital Awards is an international competition recognizing excellence in social media, digital marketing and brand strategy. Judged by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the competition honors work that demonstrates innovation, effectiveness and measurable impact across the global marketing landscape.

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Michael Weinstein, JAM Direct, 1 9146610053, mw@jamdirect.com, https://michaelweinstein.me/

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Landis+Gyr Secures Major Contract with Leading US Utility

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CHAM, Switzerland and ALPHARETTA, Ga., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a global energy technology leader driving intelligent innovation across the grid, today announced that it has secured a major contract with a leading US investor-owned electric utility. The agreement covers more than 3 million advanced metering endpoints.

Under the agreement, Landis+Gyr will provide Revelo meters and associated network and head-end system technologies, complemented by advanced security solutions, premium support, and software maintenance and services. The deployment is expected to advance the utility’s grid modernization objectives by enhancing security, grid visibility and operational performance.

“This important win reflects the strong momentum of our Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio and the trust customers place in Landis+Gyr to support large-scale grid modernization programs. By combining advanced metering, integrated technology, security and support capabilities, we look forward to helping this utility enhance grid visibility, reliability and operational performance,” said Peter Mainz, Chief Executive Officer of Landis+Gyr.

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global energy technology leader, delivering intelligent solutions that connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, we transform traditional devices into intelligent, networked sensors, giving utilities real-time grid visibility and system control. With these combined insights, electric, gas, and water companies can anticipate demand, optimize operations, and deliver energy that’s more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable for everyone. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

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