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VIDEO: Jeff Katz on a new path for connectivity
News / Technology
VIDEO: Jeff Katz on a new path for connectivity
By Kevin May | November 28, 2018
Jeff Katz is an enigmatic figure in the travel industry, having overseen a string of business and considered by many as an important thinker in the development of the modern sector. Read More
Service or experience economy: What’s your business?
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Service or experience economy: What’s your business?
By Matt Walker - LikeWhere | November 28, 2018
Over the course of 2018, there have been forecasts that the travel industry is entering a new economy that wraps itself around what the business is trying to do. Read More
Fornova allocation availability report
News / Distribution
Data pinpoints hotel mismanagement of inventory allocation and availability
By Mitra Sorrells | November 28, 2018
The management of room inventory on both a hotel’s brand site and through contracted online travel agency partners is at the core of an effective distribution system.   Read More
Dnata majority stake Bd4travel
News / Technology
Dnata acquires majority stake in AI personalization platform Bd4travel
By Mitra Sorrells | November 27, 2018
Dnata, an air services provider that is part of the Emirates Group, has acquired a majority stake in Bd4travel for an undisclosed amount.   Read More
Gen Z reignites traveler affinity for mobile apps
News / Technology
Gen Z reignites traveler affinity for mobile apps
By Linda Fox | November 27, 2018
Generation Z travelers are looking for mobile apps and services to help them budget and plan trips as well as to organize and share their experiences on return. Read More
VIDEO: Expedia Group on being relevant and still trying to win
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VIDEO: Expedia Group on being relevant and still trying to win
By Kevin May | November 27, 2018
At some point, Mark Okerstrom will no longer be the figure who stepped into the breach at Expedia Group when his old boss and mentor Dara Khosrowshahi left to run Uber. Read More
Boat holiday charter service Zizoo raises $7.4M, as millennials drive demand
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Boat holiday charter service Zizoo raises $7.4M, as millennials drive demand
November 26, 2018
Zizoo has brought its total investment to date to over $10 million following the addition of a Series A round led by Revo Capital. Read More
Regulator launches antitrust probe into Sabre and Amadeus over air distribution contracts
News / Distribution
Regulator launches antitrust probe into Sabre and Amadeus over air distribution contracts
By Kevin May | November 23, 2018
The European Commission has unveiled a formal investigation into agreements between airlines and two of the air industry's global distribution systems. Read More
VIDEO: eDreams Odigeo on staying competitive, expanding markets
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VIDEO: eDreams Odigeo on staying competitive, expanding markets
By Jill Menze | November 23, 2018
Although eDreams Odigeo holds the title as number one in flights in Europe, it falls behind Expedia and Booking.com in market share. Read More
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VIDEO: Alibaba and Ctrip talk inspiration, acquisition costs and planes versus trains
By Linda Fox | November 23, 2018
Alibaba and Ctrip have rapidly become giant distributors of travel via their respective platforms and brands. Read More
Veltra activity booking platform prepares for IPO, closes City Discovery brand
News / Online
Veltra activity booking platform prepares for IPO, closes City Discovery brand
By Kevin May | November 22, 2018
Japan-based Veltra, a major tours and activities brand serving the Asia Pacific region, is to file for an IPO by the end of 2018. Read More
BidRoom checks in with €15M round under new leadership
News / Online
BidRoom checks in with €15M round under new leadership
By Kevin May | November 22, 2018
Dutch startup BidRoom has raised €15 million in investment, as it looks to accelerate development of its members-only hotel booking service. Read More
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News / Online
Activities and experiences, not deals, drive Generation Z
By Linda Fox | November 20, 2018
Travel marketers are in for a rethink in order to address the demands of the Generation Z cohort, which is now entering the work (and leisure) space. Read More
VIDEO: Google talks new ideas, not being creepy and the death of SEO
News / Distribution
VIDEO: Google talks new ideas, not being creepy and the death of SEO
By Linda Fox | November 20, 2018
Tensions between Google and online travel companies are ongoing although some are faring between better when it comes to their partnerships. Read More
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News / Technology
VIDEO: IBM on how blockchain will - and won't - impact travel
By Mitra Sorrells | November 20, 2018
When it comes to blockchain, focus on the business concepts and not the technology. Read More
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