Travel Planning

News / Technology

How travel brands are prioritizing group travel planning

By Morgan Hines | June 6, 2024

Expedia Group, Airbnb, Mindtrip and many other companies are looking to simplify group travel planning. Read More

Interview / Startups

STARTUP STAGE: Trustr is a private marketplace for vacation rental discovery

By Mileva Sapic | June 5, 2024

Launching publicly Wednesday, Trustr is a vacation rental marketplace that enables its members to make properties they own available to people they know and capitalize on recommendations for places to... Read More

News / Distribution

U.K. regulator investigating Amex GBT acquisition of CWT

By Linda Fox | June 5, 2024

A statement from Amex GBT said the company had “voluntarily notified the CMA of the transaction for antitrust approval in the U.K.” Read More

Opinion / Technology

Google’s algorithm leak and what it means for travel SEO

By Brennen Bliss - Propellic | June 5, 2024

The Google API documentation leak offers valuable insights for travel industry executives, highlighting the importance of strategic, comprehensive SEO practices. Read More

Opinion / Technology

How access to OTA data is democratizing short-term rental tech

By Pierre-Camille Hamana - Hospitable | June 4, 2024

The future of the STR industry is clear: It's time for a host-centric approach that prioritizes access, innovation and fairness. Read More

News / Online

With “innovationism” as its new philosophy, Trip.com Group comes roaring back

By Yeoh Siew Hoon - WiT | June 3, 2024

At its event last week, Trip.com Group leadership outlined the company's goal to be the number one OTA for flights in five years, powered by growth driven by higher-tier members and younger generations. Read More

News / Distribution

European tour operator FTI files for insolvency

By Linda Fox | June 3, 2024

The company, one of the largest tour operators in Europe, said the FTI Touristik brand is directly affected but that insolvency filings will follow for other group companies. Read More

Opinion / Online

Let’s create travel technology solutions to be proud of this Pride Month

By Janis Dzenis – WayAway | June 3, 2024

The technology industry has made enormous advances in innovation in just the past few years. If this June Pride Month we can promise to start using some of that innovation to fulfill the important needs... Read More

Opinion / Online

What does travel mean to China’s new generation of digital wanderers?

By Subramania Bhatt - China Trading Desk | May 31, 2024

The digital wanderer from China craves experiences that are not just unique but also reflect a deeper connection with the destination's essence. Read More

News / Technology

Viva Aerobus gets real-time pricing through Fetcherr deal

By Linda Fox | May 30, 2024

Fetcherr says its large market model “understands market dynamics” and can forecast demand to improve pricing decisions for airlines. Read More

News / Startups

Travel paytech company Swiipr raises £6 million

By Morgan Hines | May 29, 2024

The new funding is meant to help the company as it seeks to drive growth, particularly in the areas of research and development, artificial intelligence, data analytics and strategy, among others. Read More

News / Technology

How brands are using interactive video to sell travel seamlessly

By Morgan Hines | May 29, 2024

With interactive video, technology brands are taking the capability further - making booking more seamless for travelers - and marketing more effective for brands. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

Less is much more: The power of real curation in tours and activities

By Enrique Espinel - Civitatis | May 28, 2024

While increased options can lead to objectively better results, it can also cause anxiety, indecision and dissatisfaction for travelers. Read More

News / Online

As STR industry copes with growing pains, home swapping enjoys a "Holiday"

By D.J. Catron | May 28, 2024

Platforms like HomeExchange and Kindred are enjoying big gains while short-term rentals endure frustrations with stricter regulations, supply gluts and more rules and fees. Read More