The two new divisions replace Expedia for Business, which has been led by Ariane Gorin, who becomes CEO in May.  ... Read More

The company said it hoped to achieve about $11 million in annualized cost savings as a result of the cuts, which it expects will be completed by the end of the first quarter.... Read More

Recent advances in AI’s handling of digital advertising have increased the possibilities for hotels to grow direct bookings, a study from D-Edge found.  ... Read More

The Tokyo government and convention and visitors bureau are creating a metaverse experience on Roblox and also an augmented reality app that can be used in-destination.... Read More

American's new rules for earning miles and points, which go into effect for tickets issued May 1, are part of the carrier's strategy to get 100% of its bookings through internet-based channels.    ... Read More

Becoming rentABLE aims to build inventory by certifying properties for accessibility beyond just a wheelchair to include all mobility, cognitive, hearing, sight and the fast-growing aging population.... Read More

Online travel platform Ixigo has filed a draft prospectus with the Security and Exchange Body of India detailing its plans for a public listing.... Read More

Phocuswright research found that communication or education efforts around economic sustainability need to take extra care to be direct and transparent because these issues are too covert for travelers to discern them on their own.  ... Read More

In a discussion with PhocusWire, Despegar CEO Damian Scokin talks about carrying momentum from 2023 into the year ahead, the role of artificial intelligence and growth opportunities for the Latin American online travel agency.... Read More

Great personal service still matters in hospitality, but as consumers – especially younger ones – demand more self-service options, hotels also need outstanding digital options. ... Read More

The NYU Stern dean and consultant on generative AI explains why it is a change management issue and so much more than a simple tool - and why training employees how to use it is like "giving them an Ironman suit."... Read More

All Ryanair flights will soon be bookable directly with TUI and can be combined with the German-based travel company’s full offerings.  ... Read More

Adjusted EBITDA for the technology and distribution company was $96 million for the quarter and $337 for the full year, up from $65 million in 2022. The gains were attributed to increases in travel bookings across air and hotels.... Read More

HomeToGo said it had achieved its main priority of adjusted EBITDA break-even for the year with the financial metric at €2 million, ahead of full-year guidance.... Read More

Lighthouse said the acquisition enables it to offer dynamic distribution management capabilities focused on improving booking conversion and revenue optimization for independent hotels.  ... Read More