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ProPublica launches US cruise ship safety database for consumers

By Sean O'Neil | May 21, 2015

Cruise lines say they take all proper precautions for the critical task of ensuring the safety of... Read More

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Mapbox could unleash a wave of creativity in mapping with its developer SDK

By Nick Vivion | May 21, 2015

Mapbox, who's client list includes Roadtrippers, has now expanded into an open mobile SDK, free for up... Read More

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HomeAway fulfills promise to enter urban markets, goes head-to-head with Airbnb

By Nick Vivion | May 21, 2015

Just a few months back, Tnooz spoke with HomeAway CEO Brian Sharples about the differences between his... Read More

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Delta feuds with online travel sites after removing fare and schedule data

By Nick Vivion | May 20, 2015

It's been awhile since we've had a single carrier feud so widely with online travel sites — the most... Read More

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Thomas Cook looks beyond waves for common systems approach

By Linda Fox | May 20, 2015

There is a lot of 'oneness' going on within the Europe's two tour operating giants as they strive for... Read More

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WayBlazer, the travel cognitive computing startup, lands $5M

By Sean O'Neil | May 20, 2015

IBM is a lead investor in a $5 million Series A funding round for WayBlazer, a travel search and... Read More

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China tourism specialist Jetbay raises $1.6 million

By Martin Cowen | May 20, 2015

US-based JetBay, an online platform for Chinese inbound travel, has raised $1.6 million and will... Read More

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Wifi and 24/7 tech support are now essential to cruise passengers

By Nick Vivion | May 20, 2015

UK travelers who have never cruised before are inclined to embark on one soon, according to a recent... Read More

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Hungry again, TripAdvisor acquires Dimmi, a restaurant-booking site Down Under

By Sean O'Neil | May 19, 2015

TripAdvisor said today that it has acquired Australian restaurant booking platform, Dimmi. The amount... Read More

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TripAdvisor's Kaufer defends Instant Booking, teases an itinerary-builder tool

By Sean O'Neil | May 19, 2015

TripAdvisor CEO Steve Kaufer was interviewed by J.P. Morgan investment analyst Doug Anmuth today at... Read More

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