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How ChatGPT levels the playing field for travel companies

By Derek Catron | May 4, 2023

ChatGPT’s relative simplicity has benefited travel companies ranging in size from Expedia to Sailsquare, an Italy-based sailing cruise marketplace that used the tool to monitor communications on its... Read More

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Tripadvisor Q1 revenue up 42% compared to 2022

By Mitra Sorrells | May 3, 2023

Tripadvisor's Viator segment brought in $115 million in revenue in the first quarter, up 105% compared to the same period in 2022. Read More

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Airbnb bets big on rooms, new checkout, pricing displays

By Mitra Sorrells | May 3, 2023

Airbnb's latest update includes a relaunch of private rooms with new enhanced host and property details, total price displays and a clear description of checkout chores in the listing. Read More

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Trivago hampered as advertisers focus on profitability despite travel demand

By Linda Fox | May 3, 2023

The hotel metasearch company said progress was made in each of its goals of increasing value in the product for advertisers and users, boosting the coverage of its directly bookable rates and investing... Read More

News / Startups

Viatu lands $1M for sustainable multi-day tours platform

By Linda Fox | May 3, 2023

The investment was led by Ndoto with ASI Reisen and a number of angel investors also participating. Read More

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Airlines' NDC plans complicate travel advisor efforts

By Robert Silk – Travel Weekly | May 3, 2023

Analysts say that the hullabaloo over American is distracting from how airlines’ move to lean heavily on NDC-enabled technology is making flight shopping more difficult for travel advisors. Read More

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Guesty acquires marketing and distribution solution StaySense

By Mitra Sorrells | May 2, 2023

This marks Guesty's fourth acquisition since it raised $170 million in Series E funding last August. Read More

Opinion / Distribution

The seven deadly sins of hotel distribution

By Marta Romero - Mirai | May 2, 2023

While there’s no universal formula to achieve the perfect channel mix in hotel distribution, it’s also important to avoid temptation offered by the seven deadly sins of distribution. Read More

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Vacasa receives notice of potential Nasdaq delisting

By Kathryn Walson | May 1, 2023

Vacasa said it “intends to monitor the closing bid price of its stock and assess potential actions to regain compliance with the Nasdaq Listing Rules, which may include a reverse stock split.” Read More

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Expedia Group to power new SoFi Travel site

By Mitra Sorrells | May 1, 2023

Expedia Group also provides travel content and services for financial institutions including Revolut, Scotiabank, American Express, Royal Bank of Canada and more. Read More

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How more travel companies make “magic” with ChatGPT

By Derek Catron | May 1, 2023

We've gathered information from more companies that are integrating ChatGPT, including Hospitable which is using it to respond to guest messages. Read More

News / Distribution

GBTA survey shows buyer frustration with NDC drive

By Michael B. Baker - BTN | May 1, 2023

More than 80% of buyers said they still need more education about NDC and airline retailing and distribution, and about half said their TMC lacks sufficient information on NDC. Read More

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Hyatt plans to acquire hotel booking platform for £53M

By Mitra Sorrells | April 28, 2023

London-based luxury hotel booking site Mr & Mrs Smith, launched in 2003, offers direct booking access to more than 1,500 boutique and luxury properties around the world. Read More

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Understanding ChatGPT for tourism and hospitality

By PhocusWire | April 28, 2023

Learn more about how to use ChatGPT, examples of applications, risks to consider and what to expect in the future in this webinar co-hosted by PhocusWire and Miles Partnership. Read More

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Big Red Group, Ecotourism Australia partner for sustainable tourism

By Derek Catron | April 28, 2023

Experience operators on Big Red Group’s platform will be able to demonstrate their sustainable credentials by showcasing certifications from Ecotourism Australia, a not-for-profit that promotes... Read More

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