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Quarter of hotels shunning social media
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Quarter of hotels shunning social media
By Kevin May | June 13, 2011
More research flying-in-the-face of apparent modern wisdom showing that at least a quarter of hoteliers are still leaning towards traditional marketing techniques. Read More
Hotel pricing - Asia - June to August 2011
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Hotel pricing - Asia - June to August 2011
By PhocusWire | June 12, 2011
Data trends on cheapest hotel rates as well as median rate for three months of three, four and five star hotels across some of the major cities in Asia. Read More
Five nasty surprises for folk entering the tour and activity sector
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Five nasty surprises for folk entering the tour and activity sector
By Alex Bainbridge | June 10, 2011
There are three very different types of people that join the so-called hot sector of the industry at the moment: tours and activities. Read More
Behold the hotel room of the future, includes virtual hanky panky
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Behold the hotel room of the future, includes virtual hanky panky
By Kevin May | June 9, 2011
UK-based budget accommodation chain Travelodge recently commissioned futurologist Ian Pearson to predict what guests would be likely experience in hotel rooms in 2030. Read More
Momondo moves into hotel search
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Momondo moves into hotel search
By Kevin May | June 7, 2011
Fresh from its takeover by Cheapflights in March this year, Momondo is adding another string to its bow by launching accommodation metasearch. Read More
TLabs Showcase - Getaway Lounge
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TLabs Showcase - Getaway Lounge
By Kevin May | June 6, 2011
TLabs Showcase on travel startups featuring Australia-based group travel buying site Getaway Lounge. Read More
Hotel pricing - Aus-NZ - June to August 2011
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Hotel pricing - Aus-NZ - June to August 2011
By PhocusWire | June 5, 2011
Data trends on cheapest hotel rates as well as median rate for three months of three, four and five star hotels across some of the major cities in Australia-New Zealand. Read More
Expedia-Groupon service will expand, Europe set for summer launch
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Expedia-Groupon service will expand, Europe set for summer launch
By Kevin May | June 2, 2011
Further details emerging today about the partnership between Expedia and Groupon to provide targeted local deals to subscribers - with Europe very much part of the strategy. Read More
Airbnb admits rogue sales team used Craigslist for stealthy property drive
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Airbnb admits rogue sales team used Craigslist for stealthy property drive
By Kevin May | June 1, 2011
Apartment rental service Airbnb has confirmed salespeople made unsolicited approaches to property owners on classified listings service Craigslist. Read More
TLabs Showcase - Bedmap
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TLabs Showcase - Bedmap
By Kevin May | June 1, 2011
TLabs Showcase on travel startups featuring Canada-based hotel search service Bedmap. Read More
Hotel pricing - North America - May to July 2011
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Hotel pricing - North America - May to July 2011
By PhocusWire | May 31, 2011
Data trends on cheapest hotel rates as well as median rate for three months of three, four and five star hotels across some of the major cities in North America. Read More
Why spas should be added to the revenue management of hotels
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Why spas should be added to the revenue management of hotels
By Patrick Landman | May 30, 2011
Many hoteliers of city properties, resorts, conference hotels and upscale countryside bed and breakfasts are adding a luxury spa to their property. Read More
Coming soon: more searches on Google Maps from mobiles than desktops
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Coming soon: more searches on Google Maps from mobiles than desktops
By Kevin May | May 25, 2011
A significant milestone is looming in the coming weeks which may well demonstrate the importance of mobile to travel companies and how they communicate with customers. Read More
Behold the hotel from heaven for tech-obsessed gamers
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Behold the hotel from heaven for tech-obsessed gamers
By Kevin May | May 25, 2011
Hotels are generally thought of as places to sleep and relax, perhaps use the gymnasium, sometimes feast on the culinary delights of a top chef or take a late night beverage. Read More
Hotel pricing - Europe - May to July 2011
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Hotel pricing - Europe - May to July 2011
By PhocusWire | May 22, 2011
Data trends on cheapest hotel rates as well as median rate for three months of three, four and five star hotels across some of the major cities in Europe. Read More
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