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Airlines social media Facebook Twitter
News / Online
Mixed results as airlines tackle social media-led customer service
By Mitra Sorrells | January 12, 2018
As travelers increasingly send direct messages through platforms like Facebook Messenger and Twitter, airlines and carriers need to prioritize quick responses to such inquiries. Read More
Marriott forced to close websites in China
News / Online
Marriott forced to close websites in China
By Kevin May | January 11, 2018
Marriott International has made a strong apology to the Chinese government and taken down its websites in the country following a series of "errors". Read More
IHG starts major Amadeus tech move with Kimpton
News / Technology
IHG starts major Amadeus tech move with Kimpton
By Kevin May | January 11, 2018
Kimpton is the first group of properties within the InterContinental Hotels Group to switch over to the long-awaited platform provided by Amadeus. Read More
tripadvisor operational changes
News / Online
TripAdvisor business units overhauled, two execs depart
By Jill Menze | January 10, 2018
TripAdvisor is undergoing operational changes, a representative from the user review giant has confirmed. Read More
Powerful travel brands face uncertain future in a blockchain-led world
News / Distribution
Powerful travel brands face uncertain future in a blockchain-led world
By Mitra Sorrells | January 10, 2018
Will blockchain render powerful travel industry intermediaries extinct? That’s the prediction of Maksim Izmaylov, CEO of Winding Tree Read More
Video: Don't believe the hype of digital assistants - embrace it
News / Technology
Video: Don't believe the hype of digital assistants - embrace it
By Kevin May | January 10, 2018
The emergence of digital assistants in the past few years has excited many people in the travel brands. Read More
Report: Luxury hotel brands must navigate shifting online ad landscape
News / Online
Report: Luxury hotel brands must navigate shifting online ad landscape
By Mitra Sorrells | January 9, 2018
Luxury hotel brands need to reexamine their digital marketing budgets as Google continues to grow its presence in travel search and online booking. Read More
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