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Ryanair launches new accommodation service, powered by many (including an old enemy)
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Ryanair launches new accommodation service, powered by many (including an old enemy)
By Kevin May | October 10, 2016
European low-cost giant Ryanair is gradually introducing a new accommodation platform, taking its... Read More
Wimdu and 9flats combine into one short-term rental company
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Wimdu and 9flats combine into one short-term rental company
By Sean O'Neil | October 9, 2016
The two largest European-founded companies that have aspired to be Airbnb alternatives — Wimdu and... Read More
Ryanair sees vacation packages as a growth area
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Ryanair sees vacation packages as a growth area
By Marisa Garcia | October 9, 2016
The era of the traditional vacation package has ended, according to Michael O’Leary, chief executive... Read More
How page one on Google has changed for travel brands (and what to do about it)
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How page one on Google has changed for travel brands (and what to do about it)
By Kevin May | October 7, 2016
There are many in the travel industry who look back fondly on the Glory Days of SEO - the era before... Read More
Robots deployed at Japanese airport for passenger services
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Robots deployed at Japanese airport for passenger services
By Kevin May | October 7, 2016
Electronics giant Hitachi is trialling a project that will see robots placed at Japan's busiest... Read More
Smart Destinations and the Go City Card sold to Big Bus Tours
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Smart Destinations and the Go City Card sold to Big Bus Tours
By Kevin May | October 6, 2016
Big Bus Tours has snapped up the creator of the Go City Card, Smart Destinations, in a bid to grab a... Read More
Short-term stays could be the long-term strategy for hotels to counter Airbnb
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Short-term stays could be the long-term strategy for hotels to counter Airbnb
By Kevin May | October 6, 2016
A single datapoint contained in a Phocuswright study has illustrated where the hotel industry can... Read More
Social Tables nabs $13 million to expand event tech for hotels
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Social Tables nabs $13 million to expand event tech for hotels
By Kevin May | October 4, 2016
A sizeable Series B investment round to the tune of $13 million has found its way to Social Tables,... Read More
In online reviews who responds and length of response are important
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In online reviews who responds and length of response are important
By Linda Fox | October 4, 2016
There is little doubt that online reviews play a big role in the travel purchase decision for many... Read More
Airbnb enables guests to earn Qantas frequent flyer points
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Airbnb enables guests to earn Qantas frequent flyer points
By Sean O'Neil | October 3, 2016
Airbnb has forged a marketing deal with Australia's Qantas enabling travelers to earn a point in its... Read More
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