Tripadvisor News

As one of the most influential platforms in travel planning and user-generated content, Tripadvisor plays a critical role in shaping consumer behavior and digital strategy across the industry. PhocusWire tracks the latest Tripadvisor news, providing detailed coverage of its business evolution, product innovations, and strategic direction within the broader travel ecosystem.

Updates and insights on Tripadvisor’s role in global travel

Explore how Tripadvisor continues to adapt to changes in search, social media, and AI-driven personalization. Our reporting examines the company’s tech investments, its evolving marketplace model, and the shifting dynamics of online reviews and booking tools. From new B2B services to advertising partnerships and sustainability initiatives, Tripadvisor’s activity signals larger trends across the travel and hospitality landscape.

Murky line emerges again over incentives for posting positive travel reviews online
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Murky line emerges again over incentives for posting positive travel reviews online
By Kevin May | September 15, 2011
A UK travel company has defended its use of a discount voucher given to customers in return for them leaving a positive review of their trip. Read More
FairSearch asks if Google Flight Search partners will be coerced into playing
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FairSearch asks if Google Flight Search partners will be coerced into playing
By Kevin May | September 14, 2011
FairSearch, fierce opponent of Google's acquisition of ITA Software, was quick out of the blocks to pour a healthy dose of scepticism over the search giant's launch of Flight Search. Read More
TripAdvisor climbs ahead of Booking.com - Top Canada travel sites, September 10 2011
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TripAdvisor climbs ahead of Booking.com - Top Canada travel sites, September 10 2011
By PhocusWire | September 13, 2011
Almost 2% market share divides Booking.com from market leader TripAdvisor in the top ten travel websites in Canada. Read More
Analyst: No Groupon-like pause -- TripAdvisor spinoff on track
By Dennis Schaal | September 12, 2011
While Groupon is reconsidering the timing of its IPO because of market volatility and other factors, there seemingly is no hesitation about Expedia Inc.'s hoped-for spinoff of TripAdvisor. Read More
TripAdvisor quietly changes site titles, promise of trustworthy reviews watered down
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TripAdvisor quietly changes site titles, promise of trustworthy reviews watered down
By Kevin May | September 12, 2011
Curious switch on TripAdvisor in recent weeks with the user review giant quietly altering the wording against reviews on its hotel pages. Read More
TripAdvisor close to regaining lead - Top India travel websites, September 3 2011
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TripAdvisor close to regaining lead - Top India travel websites, September 3 2011
By PhocusWire | September 11, 2011
Less than a quarter of a percentage point separates TripAdvisor from the top spot held by Maps Of India in the list of leading Indian travel websites. Read More
Is it time for travel brands to take back their customer reviews?
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Is it time for travel brands to take back their customer reviews?
By Stephen Joyce | September 9, 2011
We know how powerful sites like TripAdvisor, Yelp, and others have become when it comes to consumer reviews of hotels, restaurants, etc. Read More
SEO vs social media for finding new travellers online [INFOGRAPHIC]
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SEO vs social media for finding new travellers online [INFOGRAPHIC]
By Kevin May | September 2, 2011
Interesting bit of data analysis has found the differences between how people use search engines and social media sites when looking for new products. Read More
TripAdvisor to be investigated by advertising regulator
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TripAdvisor to be investigated by advertising regulator
By Kevin May | September 1, 2011
Interesting developments from the UK after the Advertising Standards Authority confirmed it has launched a probe into TripAdvisor over claims it has untrustworthy reviews. Read More
TripAdvisor regains top spot - Top New Zealand websites, August 27 2011
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TripAdvisor regains top spot - Top New Zealand websites, August 27 2011
By PhocusWire | August 31, 2011
Stuff Travel has lost its prime position to TripAdvisor in the top ten leading travel websites in New Zealand. Read More
TomTom to add TripAdvisor app to car GPS navigation units
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TomTom to add TripAdvisor app to car GPS navigation units
By Dennis Schaal | August 29, 2011
Will it be a great benefit to consumers or lead to road rage by some hoteliers? Read More
Google, Facebook and TripAdvisor on what is next for travel
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Google, Facebook and TripAdvisor on what is next for travel
By Viewpoints | August 26, 2011
Some might argue it's been a year characterised by game-changing startups, disruptive trends, big investments and leaps in both travel technology and consumer behaviour. Read More
TripAdvisor overshadows all - Top Canada travel sites, August 20 2011
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TripAdvisor overshadows all - Top Canada travel sites, August 20 2011
By PhocusWire | August 24, 2011
The main and local versions of TripAdvisor in Canada now more than double market share than any other accommodation site in the country. Read More
Accommodation shows longest tail - Top US travel sites, August 20 2011
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Accommodation shows longest tail - Top US travel sites, August 20 2011
By PhocusWire | August 23, 2011
The leading ten destinations and accommodation websites in the US command just 26% of overall traffic, compared to 66% for agencies and 82% for airlines. Read More
Vinivi continues solid showing - Top France websites, August 20 2011
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Vinivi continues solid showing - Top France websites, August 20 2011
By PhocusWire | August 22, 2011
Accommodation and budget review site Vinivi has had another good week after appearing for the first time in the list of top French travel websites. Read More
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