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How travel brands are prioritizing group travel planning
News / Technology
How travel brands are prioritizing group travel planning
By Morgan Hines | June 6, 2024
Expedia Group, Airbnb, Mindtrip and many other companies are looking to simplify group travel planning. Read More
Google’s algorithm leak and what it means for travel SEO
Opinion / Technology
Google’s algorithm leak and what it means for travel SEO
By Brennen Bliss - Propellic | June 5, 2024
The Google API documentation leak offers valuable insights for travel industry executives, highlighting the importance of strategic, comprehensive SEO practices. Read More
European tour operator FTI files for insolvency
News / Distribution
European tour operator FTI files for insolvency
By Linda Fox | June 3, 2024
The company, one of the largest tour operators in Europe, said the FTI Touristik brand is directly affected but that insolvency filings will follow for other group companies. Read More
From security to cloud, 4 tech insights from hospitality execs
News / Technology
From security to cloud, 4 tech insights from hospitality execs
By Linda Fox | June 3, 2024
Executives from across the hospitality industry discuss how new and old technologies are helping and hindering the sector. Read More
What does travel mean to China’s new generation of digital wanderers?
Opinion / Online
What does travel mean to China’s new generation of digital wanderers?
By Subramania Bhatt - China Trading Desk | May 31, 2024
The digital wanderer from China craves experiences that are not just unique but also reflect a deeper connection with the destination's essence. Read More
Online travel giants “step on the gas” for marketing spend in Q1
News / Online
Online travel giants “step on the gas” for marketing spend in Q1
By D.J. Catron | May 30, 2024
Expedia Group, Booking Holdings, Airbnb and Trip.com Group spent a combined $4.08 billion on sales and marketing in the first quarter, building on 2023’s record year.   Read More
How brands are using interactive video to sell travel seamlessly
News / Technology
How brands are using interactive video to sell travel seamlessly
By Morgan Hines | May 29, 2024
With interactive video, technology brands are taking the capability further - making booking more seamless for travelers - and marketing more effective for brands. Read More
As STR industry copes with growing pains, home swapping enjoys a "Holiday"
News / Online
As STR industry copes with growing pains, home swapping enjoys a "Holiday"
By D.J. Catron | May 28, 2024
Platforms like HomeExchange and Kindred are enjoying big gains while short-term rentals endure frustrations with stricter regulations, supply gluts and more rules and fees.   Read More
Is AI the key to green travel solutions?
Opinion / Technology
Is AI the key to green travel solutions?
By Olga Bortnikova — Tripsider | May 24, 2024
There is much AI can do to help make travel more sustainable, but to truly help the travel sector evolve the collective efforts of individuals, communities and governments will be needed.    Read More
CEO Spotlight: Ariane Gorin of Expedia Group
Interview / Online
CEO Spotlight: Ariane Gorin of Expedia Group
By Mitra Sorrells | May 23, 2024
As Gorin moves into the CEO role at Expedia Group, she shares her thoughts on AI, social commerce, the B2B business, Vrbo and OneKey, as well as opinions on Airbnb and the TikTok ban. Read More
Pushing to make early check-ins more than just a free perk
News / Technology
Pushing to make early check-ins more than just a free perk
By D.J. Catron | May 22, 2024
As personalized travel becomes a priority, more hotel operators and system developers believe a growing number of guests will demand early check-ins — even if they have to pay for it.  Read More
Marriott's revenue and tech chief on travel retail ambition
News / Technology
Marriott's revenue and tech chief on travel retail ambition
By Linda Fox | May 21, 2024
Marriott International chief revenue and technology officer Drew Pinto discusses the hotel giant's strategy to replace its CRS, PMS and loyalty platform and its approach to newer technologies. Read More
Expedia Group CTO Rathi Murthy out due to “violation of company policy”
News / Online
Expedia Group CTO Rathi Murthy out due to “violation of company policy”
By Mitra Sorrells | May 17, 2024
Murthy and one of the company's senior vice presidents are out, and the company said it is actively searching to fill the roles. Read More
The week GenAI took off for travel
Opinion / Technology
The week GenAI took off for travel
By Christian Watts – Magpie | May 17, 2024
Christian Watts, CEO of Magpie, looks back on what he calls "easily the biggest week so far for generative artificial intelligence - especially for the travel industry." Read More
Barry Diller on AI, the future of Expedia Group and the transformative power of travel
News / Online
Barry Diller on AI, the future of Expedia Group and the transformative power of travel
By Morgan Hines | May 16, 2024
Expedia Group chairman and senior executive Barry Diller said he believes the world is seeing the beginning of the company's "next evolution" with Ariane Gorin as CEO. Read More
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