Valentines Resort and Marina Engages VingCard for Security at Renowned Bahamian Property
Leading Hospitality Security Provider Installs Signature RFID by VingCard to Provide Guest Comfort and Peace of Mind
VingCard, a leading hospitality security provider and part of the ASSA ABLOY Hospitality Group, recently completed the installation of its Signature RFID contactless electronic door locks with NFC cell phone compatibility at the Valentines Resort and Marina. Located on Harbour Island in the Bahamas, the property features 40 luxury suites and draws guests not only from points in southern Florida but also travelers from around the world.
“Harbour Island is known and visited by the travel elite for our famous pink sand beaches and brilliant turquoise water, our world-renowned hospitality is why guests continue to return,” said Alexis Ross, office Manager of the Valentines Resort and Marina. “When our guests want to escape, our property provides the mixture of classic architecture, historic dwellings and modern amenities that offer the comfort and relaxation desired on a tropic vacation. But most importantly, with the installation of Signature RFID by VingCard, we also provide the added security that gives our guests peace-of-mind so they can relax.”
Signature RFID contactless electronic door locks offer highly reliable security features and provide unprecedented convenience and ease-of-operation for hoteliers and hotel guests alike. The Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) locks allow for contactless guest room entry and are compatible with next generation NFC cell phones.
“Signature RFID provides an efficient security solution that allows our hotel to stay on top of all of our guests’ needs,” said Tam. “Our staff is more productive with Signature RFID’s unique features, including keycard updates to the front desk, which allow staff to stay up-to-date on important guest information and respond more quickly to each guest’s needs.”
The Valentines Resort and Marina will be fully equipped to provide user-friendly and intuitive guest interaction, including NFC cell phone compatibility, while decreasing the overall workload of the hotel’s management and staff. Signature RFID also provides unmatched control and security – with a 600-event audit trail and innovative anti-cloning software – creating a sense of ease for hoteliers according to Rune Venas, president of ASSA ABLOY Hospitality, Inc. in North America.
Additionally, Signature RFID locks offer the Valentines Resort and Marina the opportunity to go “green”. The energy-efficient locks require fewer battery changes than traditional electronic locks, meaning less waste (not to mention lower battery costs) for the hotelier. Signature RFID’s sealed hardware design also means less maintenance because the mechanism does not require cleaning.
Signature RFID is a secure open-platform system compatible with the three leading RFID ISO standards (ISO 14443A/MiFare, ISO 14443B, ISO 15693) and the new NFC transaction platform for cell phones. By installing Signature RFID locks, the Valentines Resort and Marina will be ready to offer remote check-in to guests with NFC-compatible cell phones. After making a reservation but prior to arrival at the hotel, guests will receive a booking confirmation number, room number and encrypted room key access code through an encrypted Short Message System (SMS) to their NFC-enabled cell phone, allowing them to bypass the check-in line upon arrival and go straight to the room, where their NFC-enabled cell phones will unlock the guestroom door.
An informational video highlighting the check-in process using Signature RFID/NFC can be found online at .
VingCard Elsafe is the world leader in developing locking systems and electronic in-room safes for the hospitality industry, offering user-friendly security systems that meet the unique operational needs of hotels and resorts. For more information, visit or .
About VingCard Elsafe | The world leader in hotel security technology, ASSA ABLOY Hospitality has products installed in more than 39,000 properties worldwide, securing in excess of 6.5 million hotel rooms. The ASSA ABLOY Group, a publicly listed company, is a world leader in security and hospitality systems. VingCard provides numerous electronic locking system solutions, including traditional magnetic-strip, smartcard systems and the latest RFID electronic locks compatible with the main ISO standards: ISO 14.443A (MIFARE), ISO 14.443B, ISO15.693 and NFC-compatible (Near Field Communication), fully integrated PMS interface software solutions, as well as the world leader in wireless online locking solutions for hotels based on ZigBee secured open platform. VingCard has worldwide service and support in more than 166 countries. Elsafe provides the first UL-listed (1037) hotel safe series on the market today in keypad and card-based models. Safes that include a UL-listed internal power outlet to support recharging of laptops and camcorders, full wireless online capabilities and RFID versions compatible with VingCard system. Elsafe customers also enjoy the same worldwide service and support. The ASSA ABLOY Hospitality Group is dedicated to the hospitality industry. For more information on VingCard Elsafe, visit or .
About Valentines Resort and Marina | Valentines Resort & Marina is located on the water at harbor-side. The resort is at the edge of the best shopping and restaurants of Harbour Island and attracts boating enthusiasts, yacht owners, and families with a flair for adventure and a desire for hospitality. Valentines’ luxury suites feature hardwood floors, kitchens/kitchenettes, patios, and marble bathrooms with sunken tubs. Resort amenities include a marina, dive center, family themed nights, a pool plaza with fresh-water swimming pool and sun terrace, boutique and gift shop. The Boat House Restaurant, with its open air deck, serves bistro favorites and elegant seafood fare. For information or reservations, call 1-877-VAL-0010 or visit .
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