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WEBINAR REPLAY! Survey says: The new trends shaping travel
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WEBINAR REPLAY! Survey says: The new trends shaping travel
By PhocusWire | June 10, 2021
Amadeus recently polled hoteliers around the world as part of a new research report, and will share valuable insight into not only what COVID-19 crisis strategies are working, but also what hoteliers... Read More
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How the COVID-19 crisis is accelerating transformation of travel payments
By Mitra Sorrells | May 21, 2021
A new study from Amadeus finds trends that were emerging pre-pandemic – especially related to the adoption of alternative payment methods – are quickening across all sectors of travel. Read More
Hotel booking windows gradually lengthening as traveler confidence returns
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Hotel booking windows gradually lengthening as traveler confidence returns
By Linda Fox | May 13, 2021
Occupancy rates vary in different regions, according to a report, with China hitting rates of 60% and North America 50%, but Europe is still trailing at around 18%, attributed to a slower easing of... Read More
Amadeus revenues halve in early 2021, vaccine programs offer hope
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Amadeus revenues halve in early 2021, vaccine programs offer hope
By Kevin May | May 7, 2021
The Spain-based IT and distribution provider saw its total revenue figure come in at 50% lower in the first quarter of the year compared to the corresponding three months in 2020. Read More
Trip.com partners with Amadeus to power recovery initiatives
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Trip.com partners with Amadeus to power recovery initiatives
By Jill Menze | April 20, 2021
The Amadeus Custom Search solution, which is powered by Amadeus cloud technology, will enable Trip.com’s platforms to manage increasing online activity, plus scale to meet demand. Read More
Biometric digital identity must be end-to-end for air travel
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Biometric digital identity must be end-to-end for air travel
By Iyad Hindiyeh - Amadeus | April 19, 2021
The pandemic has accelerated progress towards a full-automated self-service passenger journey. Read More
As governments diverge on health passports, consumers accept them
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As governments diverge on health passports, consumers accept them
By Linda Fox | April 7, 2021
Fear of having personal information compromized by hackers is the main concern of travelers when it comes to sharing health data. Read More
How digital health passes bring biometrics in aviation much closer
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How digital health passes bring biometrics in aviation much closer
By Linda Fox | April 7, 2021
Progress in facial recognition technology and reduced development costs are bringing seamless travel a step closer. Read More
Acing the hotel recovery test - considerations for a successful COVID-19 strategy
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Acing the hotel recovery test - considerations for a successful COVID-19 strategy
By Mark Bedard - Amadeus | March 29, 2021
Should you focus on the technique you utilize in targeting, capturing and converting shoppers into loyal guests? Or should you spend more time looking at the technology you use to support your... Read More
Amadeus ends 2020 with large losses and 61% drop in revenue
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Amadeus ends 2020 with large losses and 61% drop in revenue
By Linda Fox | February 26, 2021
The distribution giant says that while there was a slight improvement in air traffic in the final quarter of the year, the pandemic continued to severely impact travel. Read More
IHG looks to mid-market brands and digital developments to help recovery
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IHG looks to mid-market brands and digital developments to help recovery
By Linda Fox | February 23, 2021
IHG is continuing with the phased rollout of its Guest Reservation System, developed in partnership with Amadeus. Read More
Future-Proofing Travel: Decius Valmorbida of Amadeus
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Future-Proofing Travel: Decius Valmorbida of Amadeus
By PhocusWire | February 17, 2021
In this series of one-to-one interviews with business leaders, we ask them to detail changes that are coming now and in the future. Our guest for this episode is Decius Valmorbida, president of the... Read More
Fetch.ai launches AI travel agents to reduce hotel booking distribution cost
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Fetch.ai launches AI travel agents to reduce hotel booking distribution cost
By Linda Fox | January 15, 2021
Fetch.ai believes its AI agents can reduce distribution costs and protect hotels from security breaches. Read More
How tourism organizations can stay a step ahead of competing destinations
Opinion / Technology
How tourism organizations can stay a step ahead of competing destinations
By Freddy Friedman - travel audience | December 31, 2020
Tourism organizations can use data and AI to understand visitors and adjust campaigns as restrictions lift. Read More
Digital payments could go backwards with hidden charges pushing travelers to use cash
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Digital payments could go backwards with hidden charges pushing travelers to use cash
By Linda Fox | December 21, 2020
Digital payments have accelerated during the pandemic with travelers switching to contactless cards and mobile options. Read More