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News / Online

Bookaway Group to consolidate inventory in centralized transportation data hub

By Derek Catron | January 31, 2023

Bookaway says the new hub, known as Boost, will aggregate data from nearly 8,500 bus, ferry and train operators to enable partners to easily integrate additional transportation services. ... Read More

News / Online

Survey finds travel loyalty programs fall short of consumer expectations

By Kathryn Walson | January 31, 2023

The report, based on surveys conducted late last year, points to four key areas in which loyalty programs can improve: the booking experience, sustainability, personalization and payment technology.... Read More

News / Startups

Expedia Group kicks off startup accelerator focused on underserved travelers

By Linda Fox | January 31, 2023

Startups selected for the accelerator, announced in September 2022, will spend the next five months joining virtual workshops led by Expedia Group employees as well as some external partners.... Read More

News / Technology

Airlines plan tech investment boost to drive efficiency

By Linda Fox | January 31, 2023

The latest SITA report on aviation technology reveals investment priorities including cybersecurity initiatives and cloud services.... Read More

News / Online

New efforts spotlight sustainability in rentals

By Kathryn Walson | January 31, 2023

While the hotel industry is awash in sustainability certifications, there is a dearth of them in the short-term rental sector.... Read More

News / Online

5 things to expect in the Southeast Asia travel market by 2025

By Phocuswright Research | January 30, 2023

With promotion of domestic travel and digitization trends, the future of Southeast Asian travel appears to offer many new opportunities. ... Read More

Opinion / Technology

The power - and limitations - of ChatGPT for travel

By Lennart Dobravsky - Lufthansa Innovation Hub | January 30, 2023

Lufthansa Innovation Hub takes a deeper dive into ChatGPT and the opportunities it may present for the travel industry.... Read More

News / Online

EaseMyTrip acquires majority stake in hotel booking business cheQin

By Linda Fox | January 27, 2023

The deal strengthens EaseMyTrip’s hotel channels and puts it in a “great position to give its customers a wide range of innovative hotel booking options.” ... Read More

Interview / Startups

STARTUP STAGE: Connect-EZ provides in-app calling for travelers

By Kathryn Walson | January 27, 2023

Founded in 2020, the London-based company aims to make it easier for travelers to communicate with airlines while on the go, including for booking inquiries and customer service issues.... Read More

News / Online

Travelers seek more adventure, ways to pay, report shows

By Derek Catron | January 27, 2023

WeTravel's look at travel trends sees push for more customization and payment flexibility after COVID. ... Read More

News / Online

Viadi Group acquires majority interest in WhereToStay.com

By Kathryn Walson | January 27, 2023

The WhereToStay.com team will continue to operate from its Texas headquarters, with support from Switzerland-based Viadi in scaling up the business.... Read More

News / Distribution

Amex GBT restructures to focus on multinationals and smaller businesses

By Michael B. Baker - BTN | January 27, 2023

The company says the move will "accelerate growth" and "drive consistency" with the Amex GBT eyeing a "significant opportunity to grow our business."... Read More

Opinion / Distribution

Two ways airlines might increase revenue

By Peer Winter - 777 Travel Tech | January 27, 2023

Airlines need new tactics and thinking beyond their core markets to find new sources of revenue and take advantage of travel demand. ... Read More

News / Startups

French multimodal travel company Tictactrip raises €2M

By Mitra Sorrells | January 27, 2023

Tictactrip enables users to combine and book bus, train and carpooling options from more than 200 companies covering routes in 6,000 cities in Europe.... Read More