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Expedia reveals travel data platform ambition with revamped tablet app

By Nick Vivion | August 19, 2014

The Expedia brand has teased a new tablet app for Android and iOS, revealing a strategic move towards... Read More

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Travel technology, boutique bidding, and innovations in travel [VIDEO]

By Nick Vivion | August 19, 2014

Travel technology, boutique bidding and innovations in travel from Airbnb and Concur were all recent... Read More

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Drones are great for showing off a trip - just don't mess about in China

By Kevin May | August 19, 2014

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Indonesian consolidation as travel brands Valadoo and Burufly merge

By Karthick Prabu | August 18, 2014

Indonesian online travel agency Valadoo is merging with community site Burufly, with the new service... Read More

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TripAdvisor's Airfarewatchdog quietly launches curated hotel picks

By Sean O'Neil | August 18, 2014

TripAdvisor-owned Airfarewatchdog has unveiled a curated hotels recommendation service. Still in... Read More

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Google acquires Jetpac city guide team

By Kevin May | August 15, 2014

Travel acqui-hire time for Google as it brings on-board the folk behind visual travel guide Jetpac.... Read More

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A short lesson on the history and future of the sharing economy [VIDEO]

By Kevin May | August 15, 2014

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YouTube sees spike in consumption of branded travel videos

By Nick Vivion | August 15, 2014

YouTube has seen a year-over-year spike in consumption of branded travel videos, with views of travel... Read More

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How Pinterest Messaging could transform travel planning

By Nick Vivion | August 14, 2014

Pinterest is the world's most popular engagement platform, as the entire purpose of the product is to... Read More

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Mining online reviews to find out what women REALLY want on a trip

By Margaret Ady | August 14, 2014

Close your eyes for a moment and think of the last time you visited a hotel. What was the first thing... Read More

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

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Perk secures $300M in finance for product and technology investment

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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

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Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence

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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