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Skype Translator rolls out worldwide, providing a truly seamless communication tool

By Nick Vivion | May 12, 2015

Up until now, Google Translate had been one of the only mainstream translation apps. Now Skype has... Read More

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American Airlines aims for July switchover of US Airways system

By Sean O'Neil | May 12, 2015

American Airlines is hoping to port over US Airways' reservation systems during a three-month period... Read More

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Dark Arts: Why some OTAs fool hotels with fake prices

By Sean O'Neil | May 12, 2015

It's well known that major hotel chains routinely check the rates being offered for their properties... Read More

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Tuniu.com looks to M&A after $500 million injection

By Martin Cowen | May 12, 2015

Tuniu.com is planning a three-year blitz on the Chinese online travel market following last week's... Read More

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Treat your mobile app like a baby - it needs love and attention

By Linda Fox | May 12, 2015

Many a mobile musing to be had at last week's EyeforTravel event in London but the idea of thinking of... Read More

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Cvent acquires meeting tool SignUp4 for $22 million

By Sean O'Neil | May 11, 2015

Cvent, the meetings-and-events company, has acquired SignUp4, the meeting planning software provider,... Read More

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Yelp may be up for sale...but who would spend billions to buy it?

By Nick Vivion | May 11, 2015

The media is devouring the news that Yelp is supposedly on the hunt for a strategic buyer. Triggered... Read More

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Proximity-based and time-limited apps capture interest on the Emerald Isle

By Nick Vivion | May 11, 2015

Proximity and intent are two key pieces of the travel puzzle — each offers a path to success in travel... Read More

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Orbitz increases revenue and room nights, awaits Expedia deal go ahead

By Linda Fox | May 8, 2015

Orbitz has reported increases across room nights, net revenue and gross bookings for the period ended... Read More

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China's Tuniu secures $500 million led by JD.com

By Martin Cowen | May 8, 2015

Chinese OTA Tuniu.com has announced a $500 million investment from a group of investors including... Read More

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