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A bad reputation - good for rock stars, not for hotels

By Margaret Ady | March 12, 2015

1980s rock goddess Joan Jett got it: rebelling against old ideas and grabbing new ones by the horns.... Read More

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How to fix travel [VIDEO]

By Kevin May | March 12, 2015

Sounds like a grand endeavour - and also presumes that travel is broken. But tourism development... Read More

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Oktogo attracts funding for local sales and marketing push

By Linda Fox | March 12, 2015

Online hotel service Oktogo has raised more than $5 million in funding from Poland-based MCI... Read More

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5 reasons why the sharing economy is here to stay no matter what

By Nick Vivion | March 11, 2015

The sharing economy clearly has enormous traction in hospitality, with platforms enabling the sharing... Read More

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Among America's millennials who travel, half have spouses and children

By Sean O'Neil | March 11, 2015

There are many things said about millennials, the generation coming of age. But one thing that's... Read More

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eBookers looks to redefine the travel brochure for the age of social media

By Nick Vivion | March 11, 2015

British holidaymakers have a new way to discover travel options via a new social travel brochure... Read More

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HRS shows why online travel agencies need a vacation rental strategy

By Kevin May | March 11, 2015

HRS is poised to attack the vacation rental sector in a major way, shining another light on where the... Read More

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TripAdvisor unveils global hotel report [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Kevin May | March 11, 2015

TripAdvisor teased out a few of the results from its new global TripBarometer report last week - but... Read More

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This tool allows you to create custom Google Maps animations for different digital perspective

By Nick Vivion | March 10, 2015

Up until now there hasn't been an easy way to record and embed a Google Maps animation that would... Read More

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Uber launches digital magazine for drivers to promote lifestyle and perks

By Nick Vivion | March 10, 2015

What does a business do to create a unified workforce when it involves a decentralized workforce... Read More

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Inside the Philippines’ most overlooked $36B digital market

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Expedia Group chairman Barry Diller cautions AI is no human replacement

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Architecture, pace, culture: Navigating travel's AI transition

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Juniper Group acquires Deem from Travelport

September 9, 2025

Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth

In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More

August 19, 2025

Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence

Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his thoughts on the importance of balancing AI... Read More

May 6, 2025

Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance

Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More