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Hotel door lock hacking
News / Technology
Hotel door locks found vulnerable to hacking
By Mitra Sorrells | May 1, 2018
An electronic lock system used for the past 20 years to secure hotel rooms has been found to be vulnerable to hacking.  ... Read More
Blockchain: which road to travel?
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Blockchain: which road to travel?
By Sponsored Content | May 1, 2018
Sponsored by EyeForTravel. Blockchain to revolutionise the complex travel ecosystem or blockchain technology to drive efficiencies in travel companies? Now that the buzz around what blockchain can... Read More
mgm resorts expedia
News / Online
MGM Resorts taps Expedia to grow package bookings in Vegas
By Jill Menze | April 30, 2018
To boost customer acquisition at its properties in Las Vegas, MGM Resorts International is operating its package booking platform using Expedia Powered Technology.... Read More
Startup pitch: TourScanner offers a single platform for tours and activities
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Startup pitch: TourScanner offers a single platform for tours and activities
By Linda Fox | April 30, 2018
These are exciting times in tours & activities with the segment attracting investor attention as well as a renewed focus from online travel giants such Booking Holdings and TripAdvisor. Enter T... Read More
Hoteliers should care about voice technology - here's why
Opinion / Technology
Hoteliers should care about voice technology - here's why
By Max Starkov - HEBS Digital | April 30, 2018
With internet users preferring communication with images and, most importantly, voice activation, there is a great opportunity for hotels in this landscape.... Read More
Corporate communications also not safe from onset of AI
Notated News / Technology
Corporate communications also not safe from onset of AI
By Anthony Petrucci - Forbes | April 30, 2018
Trust is an important topic for those of us that work in corporate communications.... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: Stay22 targets event accommodation
Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Stay22 targets event accommodation
By Kevin May | April 30, 2018
The event services platform has $750,000 in its back pocket after a recent funding round, helping with its mission to help organizers provide accommodation to attendees.... Read More
phocuswright europe google
Interview / Technology
Phocuswright Europe 2018 Preview: Q&A with Google's Richard Holden
By PhocusWire | April 30, 2018
Ahead of the event, he discusses how Google has no plans to become an OTA, the importance of search and more.... Read More
MGM Resorts latest to partner with Expedia for packages tech
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MGM Resorts latest to partner with Expedia for packages tech
By Linda Fox | April 30, 2018
Expedia technology is to power a package bookings platform for MGM Resorts International following a partnership announced between the companies. The deal means MGM Resorts will have access to Expe... Read More
JetBlue signs code-share deal with charter airline, an industry first
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JetBlue signs code-share deal with charter airline, an industry first
By Michele McDonald | April 27, 2018
JetBlue Airways has signed a code-sharing deal with a public-private charter airline, a “first” in the history of such agreements. The new deal, which goes into operation on May 1 with JetSuiteX, o... Read More
QOTW: Something about overhauling business models
News / Technology
QOTW: Something about overhauling business models
By PhocusWire | April 27, 2018
Quote from Alex Bainbridge at DestinationCTO.... Read More
HomeAway tips wider shift from guest fees, admits brand complexity with VRBO
News / Online
HomeAway tips wider shift from guest fees, admits brand complexity with VRBO
By Kevin May | April 27, 2018
The fee structure in vacation rentals is likely to shift more towards to suppliers rather than guests over time, Expedia Group predicts.... Read More
RedAwning expands into vacation rental services with Blizzard acquisition
News / Technology
RedAwning expands into vacation rental services with Blizzard acquisition
By Kevin May | April 27, 2018
Vacation rental platform RedAwning has bought web services company Blizzard Internet Marketing in a bid to expand its technology services to property managers.... Read More
HomeAway and Easter help Expedia in early 2018
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HomeAway and Easter help Expedia in early 2018
By Linda Fox | April 27, 2018
Expedia Group has reported a good start to the year with bookings, revenue and, room-night growth in room nights across its major brands. During an earnings call, CEO Mark Okerstrom says results fo... Read More
CEO interview Utrip Gilad Berenstein 2
Interview / Technology
In The Big Chair - Gilad Berenstein of Utrip
By Mitra Sorrells | April 27, 2018
Utrip has accumulated about 400 million traveler preferences since it launched in 2011. The company works with brands such as JetBlue, TUI Group, Hilton and others to help their customers create personalized itineraries.  ... Read More
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