Thought Leadership

Opinion / Technology

How to solve the lodging industry’s tech skills gap

By Sebastien Leitner - Cloudbeds | March 14, 2022

The industry must streamline training, prioritize technology that is easy to use and educate the next generation of hospitality workers. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Four ways to help women win in STEM

By Sharon Doyle - Travelport | March 9, 2022

Despite the push for gender equality in STEM careers, women are still the minority in these fields. Change doesn’t happen overnight, but there are actions we can all take to balance the scales. Read More

Opinion / Online

How women in tech can break through the leadership glass ceiling

By Jane Sun - Trip.com Group | March 8, 2022

As a female business executive and a working mother, striving for gender equality and ensuring women are offered the same opportunities as their male counterparts is really important to me. Read More

Opinion / Distribution

How open distribution helps hotels regain selling power

By Ben Stephenson - Impala | March 1, 2022

An open distribution model reimagines how hotel selling works from the ground up. Read More

Opinion / Technology

The importance of empathy - how to understand your guests

By Danielle Delozier - HomeToGo | February 22, 2022

It’s also important to remember the human touch as companies work to provide peace of mind and a positive experience for their guests. Read More

Opinion / Distribution

Quality has become the driving force in vacation rentals

By Jeremy Gall - Breezeway | February 21, 2022

Shifting traveler behavior has helped short-term rentals continue to surpass other accommodation types as the preferred method of travel. But with this popularity now comes opportunities and challenges. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Tech-enabled employee travel can boost airlines’ bottom lines

By Mike Stacy - ID90 Travel | February 15, 2022

Improving non-rev booking tools for airline employees can help retain staff and increase overall traveler satisfaction. Read More

Opinion / Technology

How technology can solve talent scarcity in travel

By Emily Weiss & Dyllis Hesse - Accenture | February 11, 2022

By leveraging technology, the travel industry can attract diverse talent and foster an inclusive workforce. Read More

Opinion / Online

Short-term rentals no longer "alternative" - but how will the sector push on?

By Vince Breslin - Uplisting | February 10, 2022

These are the factors driving the continued growth of the sector and how the industry can respond to better serve the needs of customers. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Ten trends shaping contactless tech in travel

By Nadav Cornberg - Virdee | February 9, 2022

As we head into 2022, here are some critical areas of focus to consider as brands consider implementing contactless guest experiences. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Addressing the inevitability of natural disasters for DMOs

By Arianna Howe - Sparkloft Media | February 7, 2022

What can DMOs and tourism‐reliant companies do to showcase strong, adaptable vacation and business meetings markets in these impacted areas? Read More

Opinion / Technology

Beyond green: Holistic sustainability in travel

By Jens Wohltorf - Blacklane | February 4, 2022

Travel companies have a unique role to address the three dimensions of sustainability: environmental, social and economic. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Experiences must be primed for the tech-led big time

By Chris Atkin - Rezdy | February 1, 2022

As we enter such a critical new year for the experiences industry, it's time dust off the crystal ball and consider what emerging trends will help shape the near future. Read More