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Let the games begin: Google Glass used for the first time in destination marketing

By Nick Vivion | September 12, 2013

It was only a matter of time: Google Glass has been used for the first time in a destination marketing campaign.... Read More

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Pushing the boundaries in peer-to-peer marketplaces

By Patrick Landman | September 12, 2013

Do you know who is sleeping in your hotel room? Social travel platforms are changing the hotel distribution landscape forever but a few might be taking the peer-to-peer travel concept a bit far... Read More

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A brief history of travel technology - from its evolution to looking at the future

By Stephen Joyce | September 12, 2013

It is said that necessity is the mother of all invention - and we need look no further than the travel industry to see this proverb in practice.... Read More

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Doing business online: The how, why and when of user reviews

By Nick Vivion | September 12, 2013

BrightLocal has compiled the results from their annual Consumer Review Survey, which looks at the how, why and when consumers search for, and interact with, local businesses.... Read More

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Travel DISTRIBUTION - Product news, launches and more - September 2013

By PhocusWire | September 12, 2013

Travelport renews distribution agreement with Jet Airways.... Read More

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Mile-high pretend parents - Nanny In The Clouds wants to ease child stress on flights

By Karthick Prabu | September 12, 2013

Even with decent in-flight entertainment and gadgets, flying with kids is sometimes seen as one of the more stressful elements of a trip.... Read More

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Losing control - a worrying vision of the future for hotels

By Viewpoints | September 11, 2013

This article is an economic theory drawn from my own imagination: not based on any real data but common sense and observing the relationship in a parallel industry.... Read More

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Shazamable travel ads - would you, seriously?

By Linda Fox | September 11, 2013

It was only a question of time before Shazam made an appearance on travel advertising and it looks as if Expedia might lay claim to a first here... Read More

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Four Seasons takes a new tack with Pinterest

By Linda Fox | September 11, 2013

Four Seasons is taking an interesting approach to trip planning with the unveiling of a service on Pinterest.... Read More

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Travel DEVICES - Product news, launches and more - September 2013

By PhocusWire | September 11, 2013

GuestStream has rolled out a mobile app, the "Welcome App."... Read More

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Consumer demand for global in-flight WiFi is greater than ever

By Nick Vivion | September 10, 2013

International conglomerate Honeywell has found a continued demand for in-flight WiFi across the globe, as they seek to address connectivity, one of the company's identified priorities.... Read More

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Travel MARKETING - Product news, launches and more - September 2013

By PhocusWire | September 10, 2013

National Geographic Traveler has re-organized their media brands.... Read More

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Triptelligent sets sail with a shore excursions marketplace for tour operators

By Sean O'Neil | September 10, 2013

Like a version of Etsy, Triptelligent helps to connect cruise-goers with tour operators who offer shore excursions, especially for niche and group experiences.... Read More

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Desire to travel sees consumers make sacrifices and borrow says TripAdvisor [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Linda Fox | September 10, 2013

The need to get away is driving us to cut back on other elements in our lives and get in debt according to the latest TripBarometer from reviews giant TripAdvisor.... Read More

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Seven must-knows about mobile for travel industry decision makers

By Viewpoints | September 10, 2013

To say that mobile needs to be an essential part of any travel firm’s armour is, well, stating the obvious.... Read More

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