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Investigation: Hotels and online agencies battle on three fronts (Part Two)
Opinion / Distribution
Investigation: Hotels and online agencies battle on three fronts (Part Two)
By Robert Cole - RockCheetah | January 8, 2018
Logically, hotel reward program members have always booked a disproportionate amount of business.... Read More
A practical guide to innovation: How Amadeus approaches the bright lights of the future
News / Distribution
A practical guide to innovation: How Amadeus approaches the bright lights of the future
By Viewpoints | January 8, 2018
This is a viewpoint from Katherine Grass, Head of Innovation and Ventures at Amadeus. The world of... Read More
Worldpay’s Talk Travel Forum New York
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Worldpay’s Talk Travel Forum New York
By Sponsored Content | January 8, 2018
Sponsored by Worldpay. Worldpay is hosting its first-ever Talk Travel Forum. Join one of the largest... Read More
Southwest agrees to settle antitrust lawsuit over 'capacity discipline'
News / Distribution
Southwest agrees to settle antitrust lawsuit over 'capacity discipline'
By Michele McDonald | January 5, 2018
Southwest Airlines agreed to pay $15 million to settle an antitrust lawsuit that charged the four... Read More
Investigation: Hotels and online agencies battle on three fronts (Part One)
Opinion / Distribution
Investigation: Hotels and online agencies battle on three fronts (Part One)
By Robert Cole - RockCheetah | January 5, 2018
Don’t be fooled, despite the occasionally cordial "partnering" rhetoric between the major hotel brands... Read More
The need for a dynamic travel insurance system
News / Distribution
The need for a dynamic travel insurance system
By Viewpoints | January 5, 2018
This is a viewpoint from Brendan Iglehart, founder of altSTATES. There are a number of factors that go... Read More
Virtual assistant Mezi pivots to travel, finds its niche
News / Technology
Virtual assistant Mezi pivots to travel, finds its niche
By Kerry Medina | January 5, 2018
Following its initial launch as a virtual shopping assistant, Mezi has found success as a chatbot-led... Read More
Didi starts to firm up global network, buys Brazilian partner
News / Technology
Didi starts to firm up global network, buys Brazilian partner
By Martin Cowen | January 4, 2018
Didi Chuxing has bought Brazil's biggest ride-hailing business 99 for a reported $1 billion. The deal... Read More
Riding high on 2017, now Lyft seeks hotel partnerships
News / Distribution
Riding high on 2017, now Lyft seeks hotel partnerships
By Kerry Medina | January 4, 2018
The past 12 months have been kind to Lyft. As Uber struggled with its own challenges throughout the... Read More
Download: 2018's top priorities for limited service hotels
News / Distribution
Download: 2018's top priorities for limited service hotels
By Sponsored Content | January 3, 2018
Sponsored by Amadeus. It’s a well-known fact that today’s travelers are tech savvy, cost conscious,... Read More
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Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
September 9, 2025
Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
August 19, 2025
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his thoughts on the importance of balancing AI... Read More
Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
May 6, 2025
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