Reservation Systems

Sabre partners with ByHours to sell hotel rooms by the hour
News / Distribution
Sabre partners with ByHours to sell hotel rooms by the hour
By Jill Menze | May 27, 2021
The agreement makes Sabre the first global platform to offer by-the-hour hotel reservations. Read More
airbnb 2021 updates
News / Online
Airbnb unveils “most comprehensive update ever,” offering new flexibility, easier host signup
By Jill Menze | May 24, 2021
Airbnb has introduced more than 100 platform innovations and updates to capture travel demand and increase its pool of and support for hosts. Read More
Priceline acquires Germany-based startup Flyiin
News / Online
Priceline acquires Germany-based startup Flyiin
By Jill Menze | May 11, 2021
According to Priceline, the acquisition will help Booking Holdings build out its flights business as part of the online travel giant’s long-touted “connected trip” strategy. Read More
How technology can define a new era of multi-day tours in travel
Opinion / Technology
How technology can define a new era of multi-day tours in travel
By Manuel Hilty - Nezasa | May 11, 2021
Multi-day tours have stood the test of time over a century and a half and the sector is now gearing up for growth in the post-pandemic era, driven by digitalization. Read More
Amadeus revenues halve in early 2021, vaccine programs offer hope
News / Distribution
Amadeus revenues halve in early 2021, vaccine programs offer hope
By Kevin May | May 7, 2021
The Spain-based IT and distribution provider saw its total revenue figure come in at 50% lower in the first quarter of the year compared to the corresponding three months in 2020. Read More
Infare acquires business intelligence platform Air Cube
News / Technology
Infare acquires business intelligence platform Air Cube
By Kevin May | May 5, 2021
Infare and Air Cube - headquartered in Denmark and France respectively - first cemented a strategic partnership in 2015. Read More
Sabre sees U.S. bookings recovery, other markets slower
News / Distribution
Sabre sees U.S. bookings recovery, other markets slower
By Linda Fox | May 4, 2021
As the pandemic continues to impact the business, Sabre says operating losses were $203 million for the quarter compared to $151 million year-over-year. Read More
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Opinion / Online
How tours and activities businesses can benefit from the COVID crash
By Yiannis Maglaras - Ticknovate | May 4, 2021
What we’ve learned from past crises is that businesses adapt, and often the successful ones create a new blueprint of doing things. Read More
Camping World acquires Nomad Reservations, boosts data access
News / Technology
Camping World acquires Nomad Reservations, boosts data access
By Linda Fox | April 28, 2021
    The recreational vehicle retailer says the acquisition boosts its data capabilities by providing it with unique data points on the customer’s forthcoming trips. Read More
FPG acquires rival TSA Solutions to expand hotel tech and revenue optimization tools
News / Technology
FPG acquires rival TSA Solutions to expand hotel tech and revenue optimization tools
By Kevin May | April 28, 2021
The deal is being touted as a means for FPG to bolster its portfolio of services in hospitality, previously including hotel software, front desk services and revenue optimization. Read More
Under the sheets – optimize your hotel to maximize revenue
Opinion / Distribution
Under the sheets – optimize your hotel to maximize revenue
By Richard Valtr - Mews | April 27, 2021
Hotels are ignoring much of their available space by basing business on revenue per available room alone. Read More
Guesty raises $50M as spotlight remains on short-term rental sector
News / Technology
Guesty raises $50M as spotlight remains on short-term rental sector
By Jill Menze | April 27, 2021
In addition to the funding round, Guesty has announced it has also acquired software company Your Porter. Read More
Expedia unveils rebrand in major push to capture travel demand
News / Online
Expedia unveils rebrand in major push to capture travel demand
By Jill Menze | April 19, 2021
Expedia is debuting a new look and product offerings on its quest to become consumers’ "ultimate travel companion." Read More
Personalization will power the next era of hospitality
Opinion / Technology
Personalization will power the next era of hospitality
By Rod Jimenez - SHR | April 16, 2021
After a year of dreaming about travel, guests will return to hotels with high expectations and hoteliers can't miss the opportunity to provide exceptional guest experiences. Read More
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Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Golightly is a members-only home-sharing club for women
By Jill Menze | April 12, 2021
Golightly is a private travel club for women providing a safer space to list and book vacation rentals and home-shares within a vetted community. Read More
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