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Technology’s role in furthering sustainable travel, economic inclusion
Opinion / Technology
Technology’s role in furthering sustainable travel, economic inclusion
By Ragnar Fjölnisson, Kaptio | April 28, 2025
Ragnar Fjölnisson, co-founder and chief product officer of Kaptio, explains why technology’s role in sustainable travel is more important than ever. Read More
Will the tours and activities sector turn to autonomous experiences?
News / Technology
Will the tours and activities sector turn to autonomous experiences?
By Morgan Hines | April 25, 2025
Like the rest of the travel industry, the future of the tours and activities sector is likely to be altered by artificial intelligence, though exactly how remains to be seen. Read More
How content creators help travel brands recruit new hires
News / Online
How content creators help travel brands recruit new hires
By Matthew Parsons | April 24, 2025
Travel brands are using social media to recruit staff, but industry experts say that retaining talent is just as important as attracting it. Read More
How can DMOs address changing destination perception?
News / Online
How can DMOs address changing destination perception?
By Morgan Hines | April 23, 2025
While it’s not clear how inbound travel will change in the long term, in the near term, travelers’ understanding of what it means to book a trip to the U.S. is evolving. Read More
Bridging the "say-do" gap in sustainable travel
News / Online
Bridging the "say-do" gap in sustainable travel
By Marisa Garcia | April 22, 2025
People say sustainability is important to them, but their travel choices don't always reflect these views. Read More
The trust protocol: Rethinking risk and reputation in global travel
Opinion / Technology
The trust protocol: Rethinking risk and reputation in global travel
By Tapan Sangal, Kalp Decentra Foundation | April 21, 2025
Tapan Sangal, director and founder of the Kalp Decentara Foundation, discusses the evolving travel ecosystem and using blockchain as a tool to build trust. Read More
CEO Spotlight: Fred Bean of HotelPORT
Interview / Technology
CEO Spotlight: Fred Bean of HotelPORT
By Abby Crotty | April 16, 2025
Hospitality distribution solutions company HotelPORT provides solutions for hoteliers to ensure accurate representation of property content shown through online travel agencies, tour operators and other... Read More
Why attribute-based selling is gaining momentum
News / Distribution
Why attribute-based selling is gaining momentum
By Matthew Parsons | April 14, 2025
Hotels are using attribute-based selling more often, allowing guests to pick and choose specific characteristics based on their own preferences. Read More
Vacation rental techs talk investment, acquisitions and organic growth
News / Technology
Vacation rental techs talk investment, acquisitions and organic growth
By Linda Fox | April 11, 2025
Vacation rental tech platforms discussed the current investment landscape and creating a balance between acquisitions and organic growth at the Short Stay Summit. Read More
Investors discuss the state of IPOs in travel
News / Distribution
Investors discuss the state of IPOs in travel
By Mark Frary | April 10, 2025
Investors discuss the current market and the potential for travel IPOs in the U.S., Asia and Europe in 2025. Read More
How AI and visual search are reshaping travel discovery
News / Online
How AI and visual search are reshaping travel discovery
By Marisa Garcia | April 9, 2025
Visual search is beginning to dominate, especially for younger travelers and the numbers show that it's probably not a passing fad. Read More
How Destination Toronto developed its AI assistant 6ix
News / Technology
How Destination Toronto developed its AI assistant 6ix
By Linda Fox | April 8, 2025
Destination Toronto unveiled its AI chatbot 6ix last year, and through the initiative, the DMO is gaining insights on how users are engaging with its content. Read More
How AI bridges the gap between insight and action
Opinion / Technology
How AI bridges the gap between insight and action
By Markus Stumpe - AIntensify | April 7, 2025
AIntensify CEO Markus Stumpe explores the importance of a specialist approach to AI adoption. Read More
Vrbo plans greater traveler targeting through marketing tech
News / Online
Vrbo plans greater traveler targeting through marketing tech
By Linda Fox | April 4, 2025
Vrbo is focusing on growth, more dynamic and personalized offers and property quality. Read More
CEO Spotlight: Somit Goyal of IBS Software
Interview / Online
CEO Spotlight: Somit Goyal of IBS Software
By Morgan Hines | April 3, 2025
IBS Software provides solutions for airlines, hotels, cruise lines and other travel companies, focusing on areas like retailing, passenger services, distribution and loyalty. Read More
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