Expedia Group

News / Online

Pundits divided on the outlook for travel in 2023

By PhocusWire | November 21, 2022

Travel industry experts with decades of experience join forces at The Phocuswright Conference to try to make sense of current and future trends. Read More

News / Online

OTAs look to longer-term value for marketing dollars

By Linda Fox | November 10, 2022

Direct relationships, channels and loyalty programs are seen as the way forward as OTAs seek a shift from classic performance channels. Read More

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Expedia Group sees record profitability, revenue in Q3

By Mitra Sorrells | November 3, 2022

Revenue in the quarter came in at $3.6 billion compared to $2.9 billion in Q3 2021, a 22% increase. Read More

News / Technology

Pace of innovation set to pick up in travel, but fraud worries grow

By Alfred Siew - WiT | October 19, 2022

Panelists at WiT Singapore discuss innovation around trip planning while also sharing concerns about fraud in the digital realm. Read More

News / Technology

Prince Harry's Travalyst lays out roadmap for growth

By Arnie Weissmann - Travel Weekly | October 17, 2022

Travalyst CEO Sally Davey discusses the company's framework and next steps with Travel Weekly. Read More

News / Startups

Expedia Group launches new startup accelerator

By Jill Menze | September 28, 2022

Called Open World Accelerator, the initiative provides startups and small- and medium-size businesses access to Expedia Group’s technology and resources. Read More

Opinion / Distribution

The potential of connectivity standards for experiences

By Stephen Joyce - Holibob | September 26, 2022

A new non-profit association, OCTO, wants to enable reservation and ticketing system providers and tour, activity and attraction ticket resellers to connect their systems for more efficient... Read More

News / Online

Eric Hart departs Expedia Group, Williams-Sonoma exec named CFO

By Mitra Sorrells | September 14, 2022

Hart will be replaced by Julie Whalen, who most recently was executive vice president and chief financial officer of Williams-Sonoma and has been a member of Expedia Group's board of directors. Read More

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Expedia Group launches new social impact, sustainability strategy

By Jill Menze | September 7, 2022

Expedia Group's Open World social impact and sustainability strategy addresses the traveler experience, community engagement and environmental impact. Read More

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OTAs see marketing efficiency improvement in Q2

By Mitra Sorrells | August 31, 2022

Booking Holdings, Expedia Group and Airbnb all increased their marketing spend in Q2 of this year compared to 2021, but it decreased as a percentage of revenue. Read More

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Vacasa appoints ex-Egencia’s Rob Greyber as CEO

By Jill Menze | August 24, 2022

Rob Greyber, who previously served as president of Egencia, replaces current Vacasa chief executive Matt Roberts. Read More

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Travel signals cautious optimism despite economic instability

By Linda Fox | August 24, 2022

The travel industry remains positive despite investor warnings, rising inflation and a looming recession. Read More

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Expedia Group posts highest ever Q2 revenue and profit

By Mitra Sorrells | August 4, 2022

Expedia Group revenue in Q2 was $3.2 billion - up 1% compared to Q2 2019 - and adjusted EBITDA came in at $648 million, up 14% versus the second quarter of 2019. Read More

News / Online

Consumers willing to pay more for inclusive travel choices

By Jill Menze | July 25, 2022

According to a new study, seven in 10 consumers are willing to pay more for a destination, lodging or transportation option that is more inclusive to all types of travelers. Read More