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tnoozLIVE@Arival: Watch the livestream here

By Nick Vivion | October 13, 2017

Welcome to the inaugural tnoozLIVE@ event! We are creating the editorial layer on events and conferences around the world. By bringing our perspective live to the event, we're able to go deeper into t... Read More

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A recipe for business travel success: reduce friction, add tech, serve up satisfaction

By Sponsored Content | October 12, 2017

This article is sponsored by Sabre. Corporate travel programs should prioritize total trip convenience for travelers over cost savings for the business, says a new global study from Sabre and GBTA.... Read More

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Another billion dollars for Ola, with more on the way

By Martin Cowen | October 12, 2017

India's leading mobility app Ola has raised $1.1 billion with un-named US investors taking part alongside Chinese digital giant Tencent. Tencent is making its first investment in Ola and led the ro... Read More

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A direct approach to web design and user experience for hotels

By Sponsored Content | October 12, 2017

This article is sponsored by Triptease. Do you treat your online visitors as well as you treat those that arrive in your lobby? Unfortunately, all too often we find the answer is no. It’s not un... Read More

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Bokun makes progress with airline and tourist board partnerships

By Linda Fox | October 12, 2017

Bókun, a specialist in distribution technology for the tours and activities industry, is partnering with Finnair to make more tours available online. The Iceland-based business offers a sales and c... Read More

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How Hilton sees digital today and in the hotel of the future

By Rosalind Mullen | October 12, 2017

Imagine walking into a hotel room where your favourite TV shows, air-temperature and other preferences are already in place. Well, according to Hilton, which is beta-testing a smart room where “the... Read More

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Blurred lines in the Digital Age make for a better user experience

By Viewpoints | October 11, 2017

This is a viewpoint from Richard Harris, CEO and Co-Founder of Intent Media.Opinions and views expressed by all guest contributors do not necessarily reflect those of tnooz, its writers, or its partne... Read More

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Withlocals' data-driven approach to private tours impresses investors

By Martin Cowen | October 11, 2017

Withlocals.com, a Netherlands-based marketplace connecting travellers with local tour guides, has raised €3.5 million ($4.3 million) in a Series A round, led by Inkef Capital. The business was set... Read More

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Opening the way - technology should make travel accessible from the start

By Marisa Garcia | October 11, 2017

Amadeus has published ‘Voyage of Discovery,’ an in-depth report on accessibility in travel with insights on areas for improvement along the journey, including in the technology, which helps those with... Read More

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Lola, not just any old business bot

By Pamela Whitby | October 10, 2017

Lola, the AI-human powered app and brainchild of former Kayak co-founder Paul English, has pivoted to focus purely on business travel. Relaunching officially last week, and with $45 million in the... Read More

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How the journey of 1,000 miles or more grates on business travellers’ nerves

By Marisa Garcia | October 10, 2017

The journey may be part of the adventure for leisure travelers, but around 60% of business travelers find time spent in transit irritating, and nearly half find layovers draining, according to a new s... Read More

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Ctrip gets deeper into Tujia, leads $300 million Series E

By Martin Cowen | October 10, 2017

China's Airbnb-of-sorts Tujia.com has raised another $300 million in a Series E round, led by Ctrip. The deal values Tujia at $1.5 billion. It is the first funding round to be completed since Tu... Read More

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Lufthansa invests in blockchain via partnership with Winding Tree

By Marisa Garcia | October 10, 2017

Lufthansa has announced a partnership with Winding Tree, a specialist in blockchain-based B2B travel bookings, which will help the airline group introduce blockchain applications to its own digital pr... Read More

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Consolidation in tours and activities as Musement acquires Triposo

By Linda Fox | October 10, 2017

Italy-based tours and activities company Musement has acquired travel content platform Triposo with terms of the deal not disclosed. According to a statement the deal brings together more than 12 m... Read More

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Beyond watches: How wearables are changing the face of travel

By Stephen Joyce | October 9, 2017

While analysts squabble over whether smart watches are a viable market, the wearable technology industry carries on undaunted. Up until now, wearables have mostly been fitness and productivity tool... Read More

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