Distribution

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry with its distribution process and systems, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more.
How to get smart with hotel distribution during the low season
News / Distribution
How to get smart with hotel distribution during the low season
By Gino Engels - OTA Insight | October 12, 2018
Peaks and troughs are the perennial features of every hotelier’s annual revenue graph. This is... Read More
(ICYMI) NDC Exchange builds momentum, adds new airlines, names sellers
News / Distribution
(ICYMI) NDC Exchange builds momentum, adds new airlines, names sellers
By Marisa Garcia | October 11, 2018
IATA has been advocating for broader adoption of New Distribution Capability (NDC) as a common... Read More
Der Touristik taps CodeGen's TravelBox to power new online brand for UK
News / Distribution
Der Touristik taps CodeGen's TravelBox to power new online brand for UK
By Martin Cowen | October 11, 2018
The UK arm of German travel giant DER Touristik is launching Meraki Travel, an online travel company... Read More
(iCYMI) Mobile and messaging for hotels – APAC leads the way
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(iCYMI) Mobile and messaging for hotels – APAC leads the way
By Sponsored Content | October 11, 2018
Sponsored by Sabre Asia-Pacific is widely seen as the most important region when it comes to the... Read More
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News / Distribution
NDC Exchange boosted by five new airlines
By Linda Fox | October 11, 2018
NDC Exchange, created by ATPCO and SITA, sees five new carriers join.... Read More
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News / Distribution
Xiaozhu raises $300M for home-share expansion, IoT tech development
By Linda Fox | October 11, 2018
Xiaozhu gets a fresh injection from Yunfeng Capital and Advantech.... Read More
Airline passengers less willing to share data than a year ago
News / Technology
Airline passengers less willing to share data than a year ago
By Marisa Garcia | October 10, 2018
The 2018 IATA Global Passenger Survey (GPS) reveals that passengers are significantly less willing to... Read More
In The Big Chair - Chris Nassetta of Hilton
Interview / Distribution
In The Big Chair - Chris Nassetta of Hilton
By Mitra Sorrells | October 10, 2018
 Hilton comprises 14 brands with more than 5,400 properties in 106 countries and territories. The... Read More
Expedia talks up its transactional voice first on Google Assistant
News / Technology
Expedia talks up its transactional voice first on Google Assistant
By Martin Cowen | October 10, 2018
Expedia has made voice commerce in travel a reality with the the launch of a new Expedia Action on... Read More
Expedia Google Assistant book action
News / Distribution
Expedia creates Google Assistant browse and book capability
By Mitra Sorrells | October 9, 2018
Expedia is expanding its voice technology integrations with a new “Expedia Action” on Google... Read More
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More