Travel Planning

News / Distribution

Where travel brand loyalty sits in a super app world

By Linda Fox | February 18, 2020

It’s hard for major travel brands to ignore super apps given the huge volume of consumers that they attract and their high-frequency usage. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

Stand out with creative to win with today’s travel consumers

By Facebook Business | February 18, 2020

As machine learning becomes increasingly sophisticated at finding relevant travelers throughout the journey, it’s now more important than ever for advertisers to invest in creative that captures... Read More

News / Technology

CWT adds messaging service for travelers, ponders adding voice tech

By Linda Fox | February 13, 2020

The technology enables travelers to contact a counselor at any time of the day via desktop, mobile or a third party messaging app approved by their employer. Read More

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Interview / Startups

STARTUP STAGE: Holibob is a marketplace connecting activity suppliers with resellers

By Mitra Sorrells | February 13, 2020

Holibob is a B2B marketplace for tours and experiences that provides resellers such as airlines, hotels, travel agents and OTAs with an inventory that has been vetted for safety and quality. Read More

News / Online

Google Maps adds features allowing users to explore and share more

By Linda Fox | February 12, 2020

The service, which Google claims has a billion users, now presents users on its Android and iOS app with five tabs: Commute, Contribute, Explore, Saved and Updates. Read More

Opinion / Online

How Google Flights is shaking up the travel Industry

By Mario Gavira | February 12, 2020

Although Google’s recent decision to stop charging for leads to airlines and OTAs in Google Flights might look insignificant to other Big Tech moves in recent decades, it is sending shockwaves across... Read More

News / Startups

ATPI unveils venture arm for corporate travel startups focused on UX

By Linda Fox | February 10, 2020

Corporate travel company ATPI has unveiled an initiative called Endeavour to invest in travel startups that focus on the user experience. Read More

News / Technology

Tourlane offsets carbon emissions for itself and travelers in 2020

By Linda Fox | February 7, 2020

The Berlin-based company, which specializes in tailor-made trips, included estimated emissions from operations as well as those generated by customers from flights, accommodation, ground transport and... Read More

Interview / Startups

STARTUP STAGE: Rootze compares transport options for travelers to stay in budget

By Linda Fox | February 6, 2020

France-based Rootze, led by founder and CEO Sophie Pastol, helps travelers find and compare transport options that fit their budget. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Technology can make business trips safer - particularly for women and LGBTQ travelers

By Kim Albrecht - SAP Concur | February 6, 2020

We can and should do better - especially in the age of advanced technology - to support all employees as they travel as part of their jobs. Read More

News / Distribution

Travel suppliers need to be thinking more about "second wallets"

By Linda Fox | February 3, 2020

With newer technologies enabling the creation of more personalized offers, it's time for travel to enter the age of complete retailing, according to a report. Read More