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Tell us a little about yourself - Tnooz reader survey 2017

By PhocusWire | May 25, 2017

Tnooz was unveiled in 2009 to be the leading global provider of technology news, analysis, commentary and data to the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. To maintain our edge, and to remain a... Read More

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Trying to move beyond the divas, rookies and misconceptions of travel blogging

By Kevin May | May 25, 2017

It's reasonably fair to say that the industry has always had mixed emotions when it comes to the world of travel blogging. Some brands have seen good results from working with individuals or groups... Read More

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How Amazon drives innovation (and should inspire the travel industry)

By Linda Fox | May 25, 2017

Amazon is often held up in travel circles as what to aim for when it comes to knowing customers and inspiring them to buy. Many an airline and tour operator aspires to become the "Amazon of travel"... Read More

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WestJet’s approach to retaining loyal customers

By Sponsored Content | May 25, 2017

Customer loyalty is a make-or-break issue for companies of all sizes, and Canada’s WestJet has got it down to a science. NB This is a viewpoint by Katie Morell, a contributing writer for Adobe.... Read More

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Business travel giants talk up NDC prowess after sealing direct connect deals

By Kevin May | May 25, 2017

Hogg Robinson Group and Concur claim they are spearheading the spread of IATA's New Distribution Capability standards into business travel. A connection with British Airways for its content using t... Read More

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In GDS battles for market share, size isn't everything

By Michele McDonald | May 24, 2017

It might be tempting to suggest that Gordon Wilson is downplaying the importance of GDS market share because, as CEO of Travelport, he runs the GDS with the smallest share of the three major companies... Read More

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TravelStart partners with Uber, TripAdvisor upgrades iOS app, and more...

By PhocusWire | May 24, 2017

This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel devices in May 2017. Thursday 25 May 2017: TravelStart partners with Uber The South Africa-based online travel agency has a de... Read More

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How consumers want airlines to communicate with them

By Kevin May | May 24, 2017

Airlines, perhaps more than any other segment of the industry, have found that their mobile apps can be invaluable services in the lives of modern travellers. Passengers can check-in, modify itiner... Read More

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Travel tech investment deals hit four-year high

By Kevin May | May 24, 2017

The number of new funding rounds into travel tech businesses increased by 12% between 2015 and 2016. Although the volume of individual deals climbed during last year, actual levels of funding were... Read More

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HRG buys eWings online business travel management platform

By Kevin May | May 24, 2017

Hogg Robinson Group is planning to acquire eWings, a web-based travel management company focused on the German market. Terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed and it is expected to close o... Read More

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Ryanair marks another digital milestone - selling Air Europa flights

By Kevin May | May 23, 2017

Air Europa will be the first of what is expected to be a number of carriers to have their tickets available for sale on the Ryanair website. The Spanish airline will be part of a "feed and connecti... Read More

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Helsinki Airport adds a Star Trek touch with holographic tech

By Linda Fox | May 23, 2017

Helsinki Airport has been trialling Microsoft HoloLens technology with the help of SITA Lab. SITA's research arm worked with Helsinki to reproduce its airport control centre in a mixed reality envi... Read More

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In a voice-led world: Okay, Google, how are you changing the travel industry?

By Viewpoints | May 23, 2017

The multi-dimensional travel buying journey is gaining yet another route to market as we increasingly turn to voice search when planning, purchasing, preparing and enjoying travel. NB: This is an a... Read More

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How airlines are evolving in their data journey

By Linda Fox | May 23, 2017

Airlines are beginning to get on top of data and the value it can provide from general operational efficiency to personalisation for passengers. International Airlines Group, parent company of Aer... Read More

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HFTP supports hospitality technology startups with Entrepreneur 20X event

By Sponsored Content | May 23, 2017

In June 2015, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP), debuted its Entrepreneur 20X (E20X) innovation pitch competition for hospitality technology startups at HITEC - the Hospitality... Read More

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