The travel industry isn’t good at negative messaging, with one or two exceptions, but some say now is a good time to find some positives by exploiting a little of the negative.... Read More

Former Skyscanner CEO Bryan Dove is now chairing the coalition, working alongside Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, who launched it in 2019 with Booking.com, Skyscanner, Trip.com Group, Tripadvisor and Visa.... Read More

For essential travel in the COVID era, employees need robust pre‐travel screenings, 24/7 access to medical and travel advice and detailed contingency plans.... Read More

The idea is that Alexa prompts users to choose their own tour, allowing them to visit over several minutes such attractions as nature spots, landmarks, cultural locations and restaurants.... Read More

Before the pandemic the idea of the “connected trip” was widely discussed in the travel industry. But how will it evolve in a post-pandemic environment.... Read More

Users scan QR codes or tap links in email or text messages to access the payment system.... Read More

Travel apps went quiet as the pandemic hit but there were some notable exceptions such as Airbnb and Vrbo.... Read More

The Switzerland-based company captured $7.2 million in revenue during 2020, as the coronavirus pandemic crushed the tours and activities sector worldwide.... Read More

StayNTouch had originally been sold to Chinese digital giant Shiji Information Technology in September 2018 for an undisclosed fee - but president Trump nixed the deal last year.... Read More

While overall, short-term rental demand dropped by 15.3% in December 2020, demand trends vary considerably by location type.... Read More

Bbot will put the funds towards product development including the release of an API.... Read More

As coronavirus rates and lockdown measures shift, travel advertising strategies have centered on careful messaging through digital platforms.... Read More

MakeYourTripBetter is a free, collaborative platform connecting travelers with locals to get tips and advice and plan experiences.... Read More

The rollout of the feature coincides with CDC mandates for U.S. arrivals that go into effect this week.... Read More

We explain how 100% virtual companies are rebuilding their travel program, what suppliers are doing to support this emerging trend and the specific benefits human interaction is having on companies.... Read More