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Ryanair marketing chief on what the Amazon of travel means for 2018 and beyond

By Marisa Garcia | December 4, 2017

Ryanair recently celebrated the opening of its third IT and innovation hub, its new Travel Labs, in Madrid, Spain; with a staff of 50 and plans to staff up to 250 people who will work on digital progr... Read More

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One job in hospitality that technology cannot replace

By Jeri Clausing - Travel Weekly | December 3, 2017

Even with the most advanced technology, there's still one role no good luxury or upscale hotel can do without: its concierge.... Read More

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Gaining control for airline passengers

By Bernadette Giacomazzo | December 1, 2017

As airline passengers increasingly look toward technology to achieve a seamless traveling experience, a survey from IATA also indicates travelers are aiming to gain more personal control as well.... Read More

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Startups and model shifts - every PundIT Show so far

By Kevin May | December 1, 2017

We hosted eight of the initial run of PhocusWire PundIT Shows over the course of almost three days at The Phocuswright Conference.... Read More

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China next for Amadeus Next

By Martin Cowen | December 1, 2017

Amadeus Next has marked its two-year anniversary with plans to develop a presence in new markets, including China. The APAC-focused start-up community has so far powered 33 startups and has more th... Read More

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Making sense of the blockchain blur in travel

By Pamela Whitby | December 1, 2017

Understanding what blockchain does, the likely use cases for the travel industry and implications for widespread disruption, remains something of a blur. Speaking at EyeforTravel’s digital strategi... Read More

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Despegar raises $254 million from IPO

By Bernadette Giacomazzo | December 1, 2017

Latin America-focused online travel agency Despegar will use the proceeds from its recent public listing to fund a long-term growth strategy.... Read More

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Why is there no global B2C online travel brand yet?

By Viewpoints | December 1, 2017

This is a viewpoint from Philippe Der Arslanian, CEO, Answair. The online travel space is missing something big: a global B2C brand. Sure, powerful brands such as Expedia and Priceline dominate... Read More

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eDreams ODIGEO focuses on mobile and packages

By Martin Cowen | December 1, 2017

eDreams ODIGEO is stepping up its efforts to offer dynamic packages via mobile web and apps as part of its revenue diversification approach, according to its H1 results out this week. In the strate... Read More

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The disconnect: Business travelers want security on the road but don't always do their part

By Michele McDonald | November 30, 2017

Safety while traveling is a real concern these days, but risk management in Germany, France and the UK is more of an aspiration than a reality, according to new research today from the GBTA Foundation... Read More

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Data crunching for millennial travel choices

By Bernadette Giacomazzo | November 30, 2017

Utrip's extensive data research revealed the top millennial travel destinations of 2017.... Read More

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Travel startup investments rise (but low level deals fall)

By Kevin May | November 30, 2017

Travel technology and online startups have raised a massive $15 billion since 2013 across 1,300 deals - yet the climate for investment is changing.... Read More

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Airline ancillary revenue targeted at record $82 billion

By Jill Menze | November 30, 2017

Airline ancillary revenue is on track to reach an all-time high this year, with the latest forecast projecting as much as $82.2 billion worldwide.... Read More

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On the Beach reports strong UK year, adds Denmark to international line-up

By Martin Cowen | November 30, 2017

The full-year results presentation from London-listed On the Beach is a detailed look at how a specialist online travel agent can monetize a specific niche - short-haul beach holidays from the UK - th... Read More

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Activities special in China, as GetYourGuide and Ctrip accelerate

By Bernadette Giacomazzo | November 30, 2017

GetYourGuide will launch a dedicated website for travelers in China this week, indicating how important the country is becoming in the attractions sector.... Read More

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