Travel Planning

What's next for NDC: Content investment and innovation
Opinion / Distribution
What's next for NDC: Content investment and innovation
By Adam Knights - ATPI | September 15, 2021
NDC might be viewed as a quiet storm that TMCs must prepare for as part of their role in offering content from multiple airline sources. Read More
The hurdles in the way of NDC critical mass
News / Distribution
The hurdles in the way of NDC critical mass
By Linda Fox | September 13, 2021
Amadeus says there will be a number of years of transition before NDC gets to critical mass. Read More
Travel innovation "faceoff" brands unveiled for Business Travel Show
News / Technology
Travel innovation "faceoff" brands unveiled for Business Travel Show
By PhocusWire | September 13, 2021
The companies will present their services in series of head-to-head battles at the in person event, which takes place later this month. Read More
Travel + Leisure debuts travel subscription service
News / Online
Travel + Leisure debuts travel subscription service
By Jill Menze | September 8, 2021
Called Travel + Leisure Club, the subscription service offers members access to preferred pricing, concierge services, exclusive experiences and a magazine subscription for $9.95 per month. Read More
Impala unveils tech in bid to shake up hotel contracting
News / Distribution
Impala unveils tech in bid to shake up hotel contracting
By Linda Fox | September 8, 2021
Impala believes legacy systems are holding the hotel industry back and its technology can save time and costs. Read More
SilverDoor parent acquires rival The Apartment Service
News / Distribution
SilverDoor parent acquires rival The Apartment Service
By Linda Fox | September 8, 2021
The acquisition is said to unite two of the largest serviced apartment agents in the world. Read More
Wanderlog lands $1.5M for trip planning service
News / Startups
Wanderlog lands $1.5M for trip planning service
By Linda Fox | September 6, 2021
The seed funding for Wanderlog has come from General Catalyst and Abstract Ventures. Read More
Flyr boosts airline revenue tech, acquires Faredirect and xCheck
News / Technology
Flyr boosts airline revenue tech, acquires Faredirect and xCheck
By Linda Fox | September 3, 2021
Flyr adds ancillary revenue capabilities and fare marketing technology to its existing revenue optimization tech. Read More
YouTravel.Me raises $1M to expand its group travel matchmaking platform
News / Online
YouTravel.Me raises $1M to expand its group travel matchmaking platform
By Jill Menze | September 2, 2021
YouTravel.Me uses a matchmaking algorithm to connect like-minded travelers for small group adventure trips organized by travel experts. Read More
Yatra claims of merger sabotage by Ebix dismissed in court
News / Online
Yatra claims of merger sabotage by Ebix dismissed in court
By Linda Fox | September 2, 2021
Yatra terminated the merger agreement with Ebix in June 2020 and filed legal proceedings. Read More
Thatch raises $3M, helping travel creators monetize content
News / Startups
Thatch raises $3M, helping travel creators monetize content
By Linda Fox | September 2, 2021
The seed investment for the company was led by Wave Capital, with Freestyle and Netflix founder Mark Randolph also participating. Read More
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Opinion / Distribution
Travel management company roles grow as business travelers venture out
By Gavin Smith - Element | August 31, 2021
Business travelers will be even more reliant on the expert knowledge of TMCs going forward. Read More
What do Gen Z travelers want from online travel brands?
News / Online
What do Gen Z travelers want from online travel brands?
By Jill Menze | August 31, 2021
According to new research, Gen Z travelers favor online travel agencies as well as travel brands that echo their values. Read More
Travel has new flavors to understand and devour
Opinion / Online
Travel has new flavors to understand and devour
By Andreas Spycher - Mastercard | August 30, 2021
Travel companies are exploring how to satisfy urges from consumers to travel again. The challenge is how to appeal to constantly evolving tastes. Read More
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News / Online
The power of reviews in the short-term rental sector
By Mitra Sorrells | August 30, 2021
Quantity and quality of reviews matter for alternative accommodations, and new data shows those factors vary based on the size of properties being managed. Read More
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