Airlines and Aviation

Airlines must embrace real-time pricing to maximise revenue: Javier Jiménez

Kanchan Nath Oct 15, 2024

Speaking at the World Aviation Festival 2024 yesterday, Airnguru COO Javier Jiménez discussed the pressing challenges airlines face in optimising pricing strategies and highlighted the need…

Technology

SITA Intelligence and Targeting provides real-time risk assessment

Kanchan Nath Jun 23, 2023

SITA has unveiled its most advanced intelligence and targeting offering yet, providing the backbone for dynamic and integrated border management, helping governments identify and manage…

Eturbo News

Why Real-Time Passenger Information is Important

editor May 12, 2022

Why Real-Time Passenger Information is Important - As we’re entering the digital-first era with an emphasis on connectivity, we need to be more forward-thinking about the ways…

CWT unveils real-time carbon footprint indicators to help travellers make more sustainable choices

Megha Paul Mar 29, 2022

The new enhancement will provide travelers with insights into the potential environmental impact of a trip, enabling them to make more sustainable choices at the point of booking

Tourism

How ixigo’s new ‘Vaccine Slot Finder’ will display real-time slot availability from CoWIN site

Megha Paul Jun 15, 2021

ixigo has launched ‘Vaccine Slot Finder’ tool on its flights & trains app displaying real-time slot availability from the CoWIN website

ANA unveils real-time capacity on cargo.one to meet accelerated demand

Megha Paul Jun 23, 2020

As freight forwarders turn to digital solutions amid the COVID-19 pandemic, All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline is making its services available on leading e-booking…

Hospitality

Real-time performance data sharing of hotels gets easier

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2019

ProfitSword, developer of business intelligence software and data integration services in the hospitality industry, has announced the implementation of its ProfitSage operational and…

Technology

Rough riders: IATA introduces real-time turbulence forecasting

Alastair Newport Dec 13, 2018

IATA (International Air Transport Association) has announced the launch of its new Turbulence Aware tool. The new resource has been developed to strengthen carrier’s ability to forecast,…

Technology

Hotelbeds partners with Rezdy to provide real-time bookings

Tian Tolentino Jul 26, 2018

Hotelbeds Group, a B2B provider of services to the travel trade, has unveiled a strategic partnership with Rezdy, a Sydney-based independent booking software, to increase real-time bookings…

Face‑to‑Face

Sabre First to Bring FlightGlobal’s Real-Time Flight Schedule Data to Travel Agents Worldwide

Simon Willmore Feb 16, 2017 0

Even the most seasoned travel agent has experienced this frustration. After finding the perfect flight to match a traveler’s preferred schedule, without warning the flight time has changed…

Airlines and Aviation

Sabre brings real-time flight schedules to travel agents

Mark Elliott Feb 14, 2017

Sabre has launched a new tool that allows travel agents to access live flight schedule data. The travel technology company is integrating FlightGlobal’s live data feeds from more than…

Hotel Technology

RateGain launches Demand Booster

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2024

RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain) has introduced Demand Booster, an innovative end-to-end digital marketing solution designed to empower hoteliers to maximize direct bookings…

Reports

Booking.com’s nine predictions for travel in 2025

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2024

Booking.com’s annual Travel Predictions research* reveals that instead of retreating, many travellers want to redefine how they experience and engage with the world around them.

Guest Column

Maximizing ROI in B2B Travel Through Smart Technology Integration

Mohit Singh Nov 20, 2024

In today’s highly competitive B2B travel landscape, optimizing return on investment (ROI) has become a paramount concern for companies aiming to sustain their growth and profitability. As…

Interviews

JW Marriott Saigon positions itself as a premier MICE destination: Wielen

Charmaine Fernz Nov 19, 2024

TDM interviews Mark Van Der Wielen, Multi-Property Vice President Vietnam and General Manager of JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon on his goals for the property and competitive…

Guest Column

The Rise of Mobile Travel Apps: Meeting the Demands of the Modern Travellers

Mohit Singh Nov 17, 2024

Mobile travel apps are becoming more popular, changing how people plan and enjoy their trips. Studies show that over 70% of travellers use these apps for different parts of their journeys.…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates to back DP World Tour, extending partnership until 2031

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2024

Emirates and the DP World Tour have inked an agreement for the airline to extend its status as the Official Airline and Marketing Partner of the leading professional golf Tour until the end…

Global

atlys unveils five AI-powered features to transform the visa application process

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2024

atlys, a visa processing platform, introduces five AI-powered features aimed at making visa applications faster, easier, and more accurate.

MICE

Intersec 2025 to drive road safety as a critical sustainability issue in the UAE

Kanchan Nath Nov 14, 2024

As the UAE continues to grow as a global hub for innovation and business, road safety remains a vital component of its social sustainability agenda.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Smart travel planner Speakspots.com launches flights 

Kanchan Nath Nov 13, 2024

AI travel planner Speakspots.com  announced the launch of real-time flights packages for its users.

Global

Partnering with Agilysys for InfoGenesis POS Solutions

Kanchan Nath Nov 12, 2024

Sales drive revenue in any enterprise and a modern, flexible, Point of Sale (POS) interface between the hotel and the guests can drive, expediate and multiply the sales process.

Airlines and Aviation

SITA collaborates with IDEMIA

Kanchan Nath Nov 11, 2024

SITA and IDEMIA Public Security, a world leader in digital technologies, biometrics, and security have announced a collaboration to advance interoperability, trust, and data security through…

Technology

Cygnett announces partnership with Luxury Escapes

Marga Manlapig Nov 8, 2024

Australian tech accessory brand Cygnett entered a new partnership with travel firm Luxury Escapes to keep travellers powered and connected on their next escape.

Technology

CWT turbocharges its business intelligence and reporting solution with new AI-powered features

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2024

CWT has added new artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled capabilities, powered by ThoughtSpot, to its Analytics business intelligence and reporting solution, making it easier and quicker to…

Hospitality

OMO7 Asahikawa to host Asahikawa: Ski City Declaration

Marga Manlapig Nov 8, 2024

Hoshino Resorts’ OMO7 Asahikawa will host the Asahikawa: Ski City Declaration event for the seventh consecutive year. 

Airlines and Aviation

Air India advances partnership with Sabre with launch of NDC content 

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2024

Sabre Corporation announced a major milestone in air travel distribution for India, with the launch of New Distribution Capability (NDC) content for Air India, the country’s flagship…

Technology

RocketRez revolutionises guest communication for tours and attractions with Relay

Marga Manlapig Nov 7, 2024

Canadian tours and attractions platform developer RocketRez is slated to launch a new communication automation platform on Tuesday, 12th November.

Global

Technology and innovation drive evolution in ground transportation at TIS

Kanchan Nath Nov 6, 2024

The Travel Innovation Summit (TIS) held in Seville from October 23-25, 2024, underscored the transformative role of ground transportation in enhancing travel experiences and driving industry…

Global

HRAWI denounces controversial AI-driven CCTV requirement

Kanchan Nath Nov 6, 2024

The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI has raised objections to the Maharashtra Government’s recent directive mandating AI-based CCTV systems at licensed hospitality…

Payment Solutions

Nium partners with HyperGuest

Kanchan Nath Nov 5, 2024

Nium, the global infrastructure for real-time cross-border payments, today announced a strategic partnership with HyperGuest, a premier B2B marketplace for the travel and hospitality…

Technology

Pacific Tourism Organisation to develop digital platform to drive sustainable tourism

Marga Manlapig Nov 4, 2024

The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is currently working with Trove Tourism Development Advisors to develop the Digital Measurement and Benchmarking Platform (DMBP) which contains…

Air

SITA increases collaboration with AACO

Kanchan Nath Nov 1, 2024

The aviation industry remains at a critical crossroads as it works to reduce its carbon footprint and meet global sustainability targets, all while navigating increasing regulatory pressure.

Technology

Klook deepens partnership with Google Cloud

Kanchan Nath Oct 28, 2024

Travel platform player is building organization-wide AI capabilities that will personalize and optimize experiences for customers

Reports

Klook expands partnership with Google Cloud

Marga Manlapig Oct 24, 2024

Asian online travel platform Klook and Google Cloud today announced an expanded AI partnership that will equip the former’s entire organisation with a shared AI infrastructure layer to…

Awards

Balance economic growth and sustainability by adopting new trends – Roland Berger’s John Low

Ana Alejandria Oct 21, 2024

He highlighted the growth of intra-Asian travel, sustainability, and the critical role of digital transformation and stakeholder collaboration in shaping the future.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways embraces digital innovation with the new Skypad technology

Kanchan Nath Oct 21, 2024

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is rolling out Skypad, an innovative digital tool designed to enhance the inflight experience for passengers.

Awards

Atiom brings home the award for innovation at the TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Thailand

Ana Alejandria Oct 18, 2024

Atiom’s uniquely comprehensive platform offers AI-powered content and advanced analytics to supercharge hospitality service excellence.

Technology

FullyRamped raises USD 2.3M to train sales reps faster with AI role-play

Kanchan Nath Oct 17, 2024

FullyRamped's voice AI platform enables reps to have 'infinite at-bats', helping them practice their skills against AI-powered 'Practice Prospects’.

Technology

App from NexusTours introduces new features

Kanchan Nath Oct 16, 2024

NexusTours – the leading DMC in the Caribbean, Central America, and North America, and part of GoNexus Group, an experiences and mobility travel group – continues to innovate by enhancing…

Train

TGV Lyria chooses Moment to transform its onboard digital experience

Kanchan Nath Oct 16, 2024

TGV Lyria, the railway company operating routes between France and Switzerland, announces its partnership with Moment, a French provider of entertainment and onboard service solutions for…

Hotels

Chokhi Dhani Group gets direct booking surge with STAAH

Kanchan Nath Oct 14, 2024

In STAAH, the Indian hospitality group found a sophisticated system to help manage room types and yield rules and boost direct revenue by 30%.

Global

South Korea’s Lotte Hotels and Resorts shifts to Sabre SynXis Central Reservations System

Marga Manlapig Oct 14, 2024

Lotte Hotels and Resorts announced that Sabre Hospitality technologies now make up its primary reservation platform.

Airports

SITA opens new hub in Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Kanchan Nath Oct 11, 2024

The hub focuses on product engineering and support, while highlighting SITA’s commitment to investing in new technology and top-tier talent in Eastern Europe.

Hotel Technology

Cloudbeds integrates PXier to enhance sales, catering, and spa management capabilities

Kanchan Nath Oct 8, 2024

Cloudbeds has announced a preferred partnership with PXier, a leader in sales, catering, and spa management software solutions.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Riskline partners with Osprey Flight Solutions to boost Risk Manager Platform

Kanchan Nath Oct 7, 2024

 Global travel intelligence company, Riskline, has today announced a new partnership with Osprey Flight Solutions, an aviation risk management platform for commercial airlines, cargo…

Visa updates

VFS Global certified ‘Great Place to Work’ in the UAE and KSA

Kanchan Nath Oct 7, 2024

Further highlighting the organisation's commitment to its people and practices, VFS Global has been Great Place To Work® Certified™ in the UAE and KSA (from September 2024 to September…

Airlines and Aviation

IndiGo strengthens commitment to safety with advanced risk management technology

Kanchan Nath Oct 7, 2024

IndiGo announced the integration of a cutting-edge, AI-powered risk management platform to further enhance its operational safety and efficiency.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Travomint renewals long-term contract with ITQ 

Kanchan Nath Oct 6, 2024

Travomint, a fast-growing online travel agency (OTA) has renewed its agreement with ITQ- Travelport’s distributor for India, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Bhutan.

Tourism

Dyninno Group celebrates two decades of tech-powered innovation

Kanchan Nath Oct 4, 2024

Dyninno Group, a global group of companies providing products and services in the travel, fintech, and entertainment sectors in over 50 countries, has just celebrated its 20th anniversary.

Hotels

Titanic Hotels selects IDeaS G3 RMS

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2024

Titanic Hotels, a leading hotel brand operating across Turkey and Germany, has partnered with IDeaS, a SAS company, the world’s leading provider of revenue management software and services,…

OTAs & Tour Operators

NexusTours invests over USD 4 million in new fleet

Kanchan Nath Oct 1, 2024

NexusTours  a  experiences and mobility travel group, has announced a major step in its operational excellence strategy with an investment of over $4 million to expand its transport fleet…

Global

Revolutionising hospitality: How FutureLog’s procure-to-pay solutions are streamlining efficiency and cost reduction

Megha Paul Sep 30, 2024

In a rapidly evolving hospitality landscape, FutureLog is leading the charge with its cutting-edge procure-to-pay solutions. By automating routine tasks and providing deep data insights,…

Airlines and Aviation

United Airlines live activities now available on Apple Watch

Kanchan Nath Sep 30, 2024

United Live Activities are now available on Apple Watch, making it even easier for travelers to access important, real-time flight details at a glance right from their wrist. 

Awards

Allianz Partners HK’s Greg Plifka shares insights on innovation in the travel sector

Ana Alejandria Sep 27, 2024

Allianz Partners' Plifka discusses how innovative solutions in travel, leisure, and hospitality are increasingly focussed on personalisation and reducing “travel tension” to enhance customer…

Airlines and Aviation

CitizenPlane launches operating system to shape the future of Airline Growth

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2024

CitizenPlane, a distribution software company for airlines and tour operators, announced the launch of the CitizenPlane Operating System (OS) for mid-tier carriers and fast-growing airlines.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia partners with Sabre to pioneer modern airline retailing via SabreMosaicTM

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2024

Sabre Corporation and Virgin Australia, one of Australia’s largest airlines, today announced a strategic partnership to modernize the airline’s retailing capabilities through the phased…

Airlines and Aviation

Corendon Airlines partners with IBS Software

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2024

Corendon Airlines, one of Turkey’s air carriers, has entered a strategic partnership with IBS Software to revolutionise its commercial operations.

Awards

Red Sea Global wins at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Middle East

Ana Alejandria Sep 20, 2024

The real estate developer was honoured with two awards for empowering connections within local communities and for its comprehensive initiatives relating to health and safety.

Reports

68% of APAC travellers would increase their hotel spending for personalised experiences: Agilysys

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2024

The survey of over 1,000 travellers from Australia, Hong Kong, New Zealand, and Singapore unveils critical insights into guest preferences and spending habits, highlighting substantial…

Airlines and Aviation

IndiGo has a robust Aircraft on Ground (AOG) recovery strategy

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2024

An AOG occurs when an aircraft is unable to fly due to technical faults or maintenance issues,either scheduled or unscheduled. At IndiGo, robust protocols are in place to mitigate these…

Tourism

Scapia turns lounge privileges into airport privileges

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2024

Scapia, India’s travel fintech, announced a bouquet of product launches as part of their Monsoon Release 2024, enhancing the overall travel experience for Indians, including a…

Hotels

Nordic Capitals maintain moderate hotel revenue growth in 2024

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2024

Research conducted by BEONx, revenue solution provider for hotels in Europe, reveals that, since late 2021, following the impact of COVID-19 on tourism, a shift in trends has driven…

Global

Hitachi Payment Services partners with AbhiBus

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2024

In a significant move to enhance public transportation services, Hitachi Payment Services, an end-to-end payments and commerce solutions provider, teamed up with AbhiBus, one of India's bus…

Appointments

Gulce Karsli-Rozenveld named CEO of Oojo

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2024

Trevolution Group, the 4th largest airline ticket consolidator in the US, has announced the appointment of Gulce Karsli-Rozenveld as the new CEO of its online travel agency, Oojo.

Air

Malaysia Airlines goes with Sabre PRISM to power corporate segment

Marga Manlapig Sep 17, 2024

Malaysia Airlines announced that it has chosen Sabre Corporation’s PRISM to power and optimize its corporate segment. 

Global

Travelsoft unveils Travelsoft Pay

Kanchan Nath Sep 17, 2024

Travelsoft – the global travel software-as-a-service (SaaS) player whose technologies are used by travel agents and tour operators to package and distribute travel –  announces that it has…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Serbia to drive the future of travel retailing with Sabre’s NDC IT capabilities

Kanchan Nath Sep 17, 2024

Sabre Corporation has announced a strategic partnership with Air Serbia, Serbia’s national carrier. This agreement establishes Sabre as Air Serbia’s NDC (New Distribution Capability) IT …

car rental

Zoomcar partners with Mappls

Kanchan Nath Sep 17, 2024

 Zoomcar Holdings, Inc announces its partnership with Mappls MapmyIndia, India’s pioneering deep-tech digital mapping, geospatial software and location-based IoT company. 

Airports

Adani Airports launches ‘aviio’

Kanchan Nath Sep 17, 2024

Adani Airports Holdings Ltd (AAHL), a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, the flagship company of the globally diversified Adani Group has launched aviio – a pioneering digital transformation…

Cruise

AIDA Cruises unveils modernised fleet operations centre in Hamburg

Marga Manlapig Sep 3, 2024

AIDA Cruises officially opened its fully modernised fleet operations centre (FOC) in Hamburg, Germany on Monday, 2nd September.

Partner content

Hoteliers need the right tools to ‘Gear-up’ for the F1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2024

Kanchan Nath Sep 3, 2024

Singapore is a global city with a vibrant lifestyle, attracting international visitors as travel rebounds, one of its most popular large-scale international sporting events that sees loads…

Transport

AbhiBus launches Edge App for bus operators at Prawaas 4.0  

Kanchan Nath Sep 2, 2024

AbhiBus, one of India's leading bus booking platforms, announced the launch of its new Edge app aimed at revolutionizing how bus operators manage their campaigns, making operations more…

Technology

MERED rolls out advanced digital tools for brokers and clients

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2024

MERED, the international premium real estate developer, has enhanced its digital platform with new features designed to improve the interaction and management experience for partner brokers.

Air

Philippine Airlines to adopt Amadeus digital solutions

Marga Manlapig Aug 29, 2024

Philippine Airlines (PAL) selected travel tech developer Amadeus to boost its current tech stack with revolutionary solutions that can enhance the travel experience of its passengers

Events

Take your awards and event management to the next level, with Evessio

Philipp Meier Aug 28, 2024

Delivering real-time data insights for the awards industry, Evessio is a leading awards software company. Here is how Evessio helps businesses promote their events.

Awards

Cebu Pacific hailed Best Employer brand for second year in a row

Marga Manlapig Aug 27, 2024

Cebu Pacific received the Best Employer Brand award at this year’s LinkedIn Talent Awards, winning the distinction for a second consecutive year.

Technology

Satisfi Labs expands Destination Marketing Organizations (DMO) client-base with integrated experiences 

Kanchan Nath Aug 27, 2024

Satisfi Labs, an AI-powered Conversational Experience Platform for destinations and experiences, has grown its client base of Destination Marketing Organizations (DMO) with the additions of…

Technology

OpenAI signs content deal with Condé Nast

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2024

Sam Altman-led OpenAI has announced a multi-year partnership with Condé Nast to display content from its brands such as the Vogue and the New Yorker within the AI startup's products,…

Consumer

Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel launch Customer Self-Service app

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2024

Building momentum on its digital-first strategy, Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have launched a Customer Self-Service (CSS) holiday app.

Technology

Innovative Solutions to Tackle Overtourism: Lessons from the Globe

Liz Melewshkeivch Aug 22, 2024

Overtourism is a pressing concern in some of the world's most-visited countries. There, tourists impact the local infrastructure, disturb communities, and cause harm to natural environments

Technology

Travel sector needs to protect itself vs cybercriminals

Marga Manlapig Aug 21, 2024

Thales’ cybersecurity firm Imperva warned the travel industry that it has become a hot target for automated threats by cybercriminals over the past year.

Technology

Tourism Authority of Thailand launches TAT Connex influencer marketing platform

Marga Manlapig Aug 21, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officially launched TAT Connex to ramp up the digital transformation of its marketing initiatives.

Appointments

Civitatis appoints Juan Rossello to lead the USA market

Kanchan Nath Aug 20, 2024

Civitatis, is proud to announce the appointment of Juan Rossello as the new Business Development Manager for the United States.

Airlines and Aviation

IndiGo commemorates Independence Day with the launch of Electronic Flight Folder for enhanced operations

Kanchan Nath Aug 19, 2024

On the occasion of Independence Day, IndiGo is proud to announce the launch of Electronic Flight Folder (EFF) marking a significant advancement in enhancing safety and operational efficiency…

Airlines and Aviation

Sabre and WestJet expand their long-term distribution deal to include NDC content

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2024

The multi-year agreement will provide travel agencies access to the complete range of both NDC offers and traditional content through the Sabre global distribution system.

Technology

Thomas Cook, SOTC unveil AI-powered platform for cutomised holidays

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2024

Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its Group Company, SOTC Travel have launched an AI-powered platform to help customers plan their customised holidays, check availability and book – in…

Consumer

AI gaining ground in consumer travel preferences

Kanchan Nath Aug 15, 2024

New data from revenue management leader Beyond reveals today’s travel must-haves: personalized amenities, eco-aware options and separate sleeping quarters.

MICE

Virtuoso assembles the world’s leading luxury travel professionals from over 90 countries for its 36th annual Virtuoso Travel Week

Kanchan Nath Aug 15, 2024

 Luxury travel’s most significant event of the year is in full swing as Virtuoso®, bespoke experiences, welcomes an audience of more than 4,700 top professionals from 97 countries to its…

Appointments

Cloudbeds hires AI visionaries, Amit Popat and Nikhil Shah

Kanchan Nath Aug 14, 2024

Cloudbeds announced the strategic hiring of AI visionaries Amit Popat, Head of Machine Learning, and Nikhil Shah, Head of Data Science.

Consumer

Transmit partners with ReachTV

Kanchan Nath Aug 9, 2024

Transmit, the market-leading technology platform for optimizing streamed content revenue, and ReachTV, the premier ad-supported streaming television network, announced today a strategic…

Partner content

Measuring hotel metrics beyond RevPAR with RevPAG

Kanchan Nath Jul 31, 2024

Today’s leading hoteliers are adding a more comprehensive analytics metric into their performance assessments: Revenue Per Available Guest (RevPAG).

Technology

Travel startup funding rebounds: Faye secures $31 million in Series B round

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2024

Following a trend of renewed investment in travel tech, Faye raises funding to expand operations and enhance its travel insurance platform

Technology

Traxo unveils expanded Partner Marketplace

Kanchan Nath Jul 26, 2024

Traxo's Partner Marketplace extends the value of Traxo, enabling comprehensive travel booking visibility, actionable insights and data portability for organizations of all sizes.

Airlines and Aviation

Pricing tool ‘Architect’ is the fastest-growing DSS: ATPCO

Kanchan Nath Jul 25, 2024

ATPCO announced that its premier pricing tool Architect is the fastest-growing Decision Support System (DSS) on the market.

Tourism

Travel agencies can win over €20,000 in prizes as part of global campaign from Civitatis

Kanchan Nath Jul 22, 2024

Civitatis, the platform for Spanish-speaking travellers, has initiated a new campaign involving a competition to acknowledge the contributions of travel agencies in the tourism industry.

Visa updates

Atlys sees 60% surge in visa applications from India ahead of the summer Olympic Games

Kanchan Nath Jul 19, 2024

With excitement mounting for the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris, Atlys, India's largest online visa platform, has reported a staggering 60% surge in visa applications for France.

Technology

TIS2024 will address the use of AI, Big Data or cybersecurity for tourism

Kanchan Nath Jul 18, 2024

TIS - Tourism Innovation Summit 2024 will come to Seville from October 23 to 25 with an edition starring all those technologies that are transforming the tourism sector and that are helping…

Interviews

Exploring ‘Revenue per Guest’ RevPAG with Agilysys

Kanchan Nath Jul 15, 2024

In an interview with TDM, Tony Marshall, Vice President & Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Agilysys tells us about his success mantra, team motivation, RevPAG, personalisation, and the…

Airlines and Aviation

NDC adoption drives surge in direct airline bookings: Traxo

Kanchan Nath Jul 12, 2024

Since the surge of New Distribution Capability (NDC) focus and adoption spurred by American Airlines in 2023, Traxo has seen a material uptick in non-TMC bookings for air travel.

Hospitality

Rental Escapes unveils comprehensive rebrand,

Kanchan Nath Jul 11, 2024

Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, announced a comprehensive rebrand aimed at elevating the guest and…

Interviews

Venturing into the wild with a ‘Green’ touch: Albatros Expeditions

Kanchan Nath Jul 9, 2024

Do you want to escape the ordinary? Experience the raw power of nature, explore destinations far-far-away? Then it’s time for you to book an Albatros Expedition for a life less ordinary. TDM…

Features

Is Taiwan’s MICE industry ready to challenge major players in Asia?

Djan Magbanua Jul 8, 2024

Taiwan leverages tech, culture, and venues to attract more MICE events. Asia Pacific’s MICE industry, valued at over $180b, is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 10% from…

Hotel Technology

DerbySoft partners with IDeaS

Kanchan Nath Jul 8, 2024

DerbySoft, specialists in high-performance distribution services, announced a new partnership with IDeaS, a SAS company, provider of hospitality revenue management software and services,…

Guest Column

Blockchain in Travel: Enhancing Security and Transparency

Mohit Singh Jul 5, 2024

Blockchain technology has emerged as a transformative force across various industries, and the travel sector is no exception. Given the critical importance of security and transparency,…

Road

IntrCity SmartBus expands fleet in west India amid 60% surge in summer travel demand

Kanchan Nath Jul 5, 2024

IntrCity SmartBus, India's leading inter-city mobility platform, is thrilled to announce its expansion in West India, focusing on Mumbai and Pune.

Guest Column

Europe Sees a 27.9% Growth in the LGBTQ+ Travel Market, Generating $59 Billion in 2023

Mario Almonte Jul 5, 2024

The LGBTQ+ travel market is valued at an impressive $200 billion globally. With over 10% of travelers identifying as LGBTQ+, this community seeks welcoming and…

Global

BYD Lofts grows revenues by 15% with IDeaS G3 RMS

Kanchan Nath Jul 4, 2024

IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hotel revenue management software and services, announced that BYD Lofts Boutique Hotel & Serviced Apartments had grown its…

Visa updates

Visa platform Atlys to offer 3 free visas for you and your crew

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2024

According to recent data, over 30 million Indians ventured abroad, marking a 20% rise compared to the previous year.

Hotel Technology

Duetto launches comprehensive full-service revenue solution at HITEC

Kanchan Nath Jun 28, 2024

Duetto, a global leader in revenue management solutions, today announced a significant product development designed to empower hoteliers to optimize revenue across all segments, including…

Travel Agents

Gold medal and Inspiretec first to market with latest agency management platform integration 

Kanchan Nath Jun 21, 2024

Inspiretec, a leader in travel technology solutions and Gold Medal, the flagship B2B brand of dnata  Travel Group UK, are set to transform the travel agency landscape with its first…

Tourism

Sonders & Beach launches exclusive AI-Powered LGBTQ+ Travel Index

Kanchan Nath Jun 19, 2024

AI-Powered Index enhances company’s QueerVadis LGBTQ+ Certification Program for the Travel and Hospitality Industry.

Airlines and Aviation

Nium and Air France-KLM take off to power airline payments

Kanchan Nath Jun 18, 2024

 Nium, the global leader in real-time global payments, announced a collaboration with Air France and KLM to power “closed loop” electronic payments between the airlines and selected travel…

Reports

SITA: Air transport industry improves baggage handling despite surge in passenger traffic

Kanchan Nath Jun 17, 2024

SITA, the global leader in technology solutions for the air transport industry, announced an improvement in the air transport industry’s rate of mishandled baggage.

Technology

TourReview transforms tours and activities customer feedback management with launch of Review Collector

Kanchan Nath Jun 15, 2024

TourReview, the AI-driven travel review platform for the tours and activities sector, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation, the Review Collector.

Sports Tourism

Trip.com: UK Fans set to spend £4.25 Billion on UEFA Euro 2024

Kanchan Nath Jun 13, 2024

As England become the bookmaker’s favourite to take the European football trophy home this summer, Trip.com has seen an unprecedented rise in bookings from the UK to Germany - up 1492%…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates joins IATA’s Turbulence Aware Platform

Kanchan Nath Jun 4, 2024

Emirates has joined the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Turbulence Aware Platform. It will also be the first airline to integrate the IATA platform within the latest version…

Cruise

Viking returns to the Great Lakes for the Third Season

Kanchan Nath Jun 4, 2024

Viking is celebrating the start of its third season in the Great Lakes, with both of its identical expedition ships, the Viking Octantis® and the Viking Polaris®, now deployed in the region.

Guest Column

Building a Scalable B2B Travel Platform with Modern Technology

Mohit Singh Jun 3, 2024

B2B travel business focuses on serving businesses instead of individual travellers, changing the dynamics of the travel industry. B2B travel encompasses a wide range of services, including…

Hotel Technology

Cendyn and Shiji target hotel profitability with PMS-CRS integration

Kanchan Nath May 31, 2024

Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, and Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, are empowering hoteliers to improve profitability with optimized…

Guest Column

Navigating the Digital Journey: How Mobile Apps are Transforming Travel Planning

Mohit Singh May 27, 2024

Travel planning is now easier with mobile apps. Technology has made it simple to plan trips with just a few taps on a screen. From selecting their desired destination to booking flight…

Mobile & Social

Hubby launches eSim in the UK Travel Market ‘On the Beach’ is hubby’s first UK partner

Kanchan Nath May 27, 2024

Ahead of the peak summer season, Amsterdam-based Hubby has launched its eSIM solution to the UK market, marking its arrival with an integration with leading online travel agent (OTA), On the…

Airlines and Aviation

Sabre introduces SabreMosaic

Kanchan Nath May 23, 2024

Sabre Corporation has introduced SabreMosaicTM, a new intelligent, modular and open technology platform – built to transform the way airlines retail.

Travel Agents

Holidayme unlocks 100,000+ curated sightseeing and attraction options with Servantrip

Kanchan Nath May 23, 2024

Servantrip, the world’s leading B2B activities and transfers platform, has today announced a global strategic partnership with Holidayme,a leading B2B travel solutions provider dedicated to…

Hotel Technology

Guestline unlocks new revenue streams with fully integrated distribution hub

Kanchan Nath May 22, 2024

Guestline - one of the world’s hospitality technology companies, and part of The Access Group - has unveiled its fully integrated Distribution Hub designed to unlock new revenue streams for…

Partner content

Unleashing innovation in the luxury hospitality: Discover the power of Shiji PMS

Megha Paul May 22, 2024

Discover the boundless innovation of Shiji, transforming the landscape of hospitality worldwide. Explore how Shiji's pioneering solutions redefine excellence and elevate guest experiences to…

TDM Guest Contributor

Carnival Corporation Sets Sail with Starlink: A New Horizon in Cruise Connectivity

Joe Cusmano May 21, 2024 0

The world's largest cruise company has completed the extension of game-changing, high-speed connection to more than 90 ships, shaping the passenger and staff experience.

Cruise

AI predicts what luxury cruise ships will look like 50 years from now

Kanchan Nath May 19, 2024

Cruise ships are widely considered to be one of the most luxurious ways to travel given the ever increasing list of amenities that can be found on board, and the fact that it seems they are…

Airlines and Aviation

Airlink to implement New Distribution Capability (NDC)

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2024

Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will begin introducing New Distribution Capabilities (NDC) in its transactions with the travel trade from 31 July 2024.

Partner content

Pamper your hotel guests with the ‘Ultimate Personalised Service’ leveraging Agilysys Versa

Kanchan Nath May 8, 2024

Agilysys Versa is an inclusive Hotel Property Management System (PMS) that offers a wide selection of features and utilities to captivate guests at your hotel or resort.

Guest Column

Mastering Amadeus API Integration: A Comprehensive Guide to Accessing GDS API

Mohit Singh May 6, 2024

Amadeus API integration allows businesses to seamlessly access GDS content, unlocking a vast world of travel data and services. By connecting with the Amadeus API, companies can tap into a…

Tourism

Alipay+ enables digital payment of 14 overseas e-wallets from 9 countries and regions in Hong Kong to support city’s global travel drive

Kanchan Nath Apr 28, 2024

Users of 14 popular overseas e-wallets from 9 countries and regions can now make payments in Hong Kong using their home apps through Alipay+, a suite of cross-border mobile payment and…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Explore ASEAN seamlessly with AirAsia MOVE’s signature ‘ASEAN Explorer Pass’

Kanchan Nath Apr 26, 2024

AirAsia MOVE (formerly known as AirAsia Superapp), a digital venture by Capital A Berhad continues to take large strides towards solidifying its position as an online travel agent (OTA)…

Technology

BEONx secures NextGeneration EU funding for Digital Transformation

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2024

BEONx, a travel technology company committed to revolutionising revenue management strategies and achieving profitability for hotels, announces it has secured NextGenerationEU funding via a…

Tourism

Riskline partners with Travlr ID to revolutionise travel safety with decentralised identity technology

Kanchan Nath Apr 22, 2024

Global Travel Intelligence company, Riskline, announced a new partnership with Travlr ID, a decentralised identity and profile network built using blockchain and self-sovereign identity.

Airports

SITA unveils latest evolution in total airport management

Kanchan Nath Apr 19, 2024

SITA, a technology company in the air transport industry, has launched its trailblazing airport management tool, the SITA Airport Operations Total Optimizer, during the Passenger Terminal…

Global

Amadeus partners with British Airways

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2024

British Airways has selected Amadeus as its technology partner and Amadeus Nevio, a new portfolio of modular solutions built on open and AI technology, to deliver the airline’s Offer and…

Technology

AeroCloud unveils new innovations in its commitment to displace legacy tech through its 360° curb-to-gate airport management platform

Kanchan Nath Apr 16, 2024

AeroCloud, the global operating system for airports, unveils new launches and enhancements across three product suites: its AI-driven intelligent airport management (iAM) platform, its…

Airlines and Aviation

LATAM adopts Sabre’s intelligent solution Air Price IQ 

Kanchan Nath Apr 11, 2024

LATAM Airlines Group and Sabre Corporation announced the carrier’s adoption of Sabre Air Price IQ™, an intelligent solution that is part of Sabre’s  Retail Intelligence suite.  

Hotels

Scott Dunn selects Nium to improve hotel cash flow management with virtual card payments 

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2024

Nium, the leader in real-time cross-border payments, today announced its partnership with luxury tour operator Scott Dunn to issue virtual cards to its global network of hotel providers. 

Guest Column

Last Minute Flights are Your Ticket to Adventure or Disaster?

Alex Martin Mar 29, 2024

Do you ever daydream of spontaneous getaways to exotic locales or last-minute weekend getaways to refresh your spirit? Well, we all wish for some much needed break from our daily routine…

Technology

GoNexus Group launches NexusTours App to revolutionize travel experiences worldwide

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2024

GoNexus Group, a experiences and mobility travel group, is proud to announce the launch of its cutting-edge mobile application, NexusTours App, designed specifically to elevate the travel…

MICE

ITB China Conference 2024: Elevating the China travel business

Kanchan Nath Mar 27, 2024

From 27 to 29 May, China’s travel think tank will run concurrently with ITB China, the  B2B exclusive travel trade show focusing on the Chinese travel market

MICE

FCM Meetings & Events launches global venue finder platform

Kanchan Nath Mar 23, 2024

FCM Meetings & Events (FCM M&E), the long-standing specialists in the sector under the FCM business and key division of the Flight Centre Travel Group, has launched a brand-new…

Technology

TravClan launches OnTrip – Empowering Agents to Elevate Customer Travel Experiences

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2024

TravClan, a global B2B travel tech platform, has announced the launch of its mobile application, OnTrip. Aimed at alleviating the challenges faced by travelers worldwide, OnTrip serves as a…

Hotels

Bob W expands London presence with sixth aparthotel near St Paul’s Cathedral

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2024

Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality operator, has announced the launch of its sixth London opening of a new aparthotel near St Paul’s Cathedral.

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways unveils new a website and app as part of its £7bn transformation plan

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2024

British Airways, has announced an array of new initiatives to transform the airline, unveiling a £7bn transformation plan at its first ‘In the Skies’ showcase event in London.

Awards

GRID 2.0 Travel Intelligence App wins fast company’s most Innovative Award  

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2024

The Global Rescue Intelligence Delivery system (GRID 2.0) that places critical travel intelligence in the hands of leisure and business travelers was named to Fast Company’s prestigious list…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways shares the spirit of Ramadan with special offerings

Kanchan Nath Mar 12, 2024

Etihad Airways is marking the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan, both in-flight and on the ground to immerse passengers in the spirit of Ramadan and enhance their travel experience during…

TDM Guest Contributor

Qatar Airways Unveils First-Ever AI-Powered Virtual Cabin Crew

Joe Cusmano Mar 10, 2024 0

Qatar Airways presented its second-generation virtual cabin crew, Sama 2.0, powered by innovative conversational AI. The holographic reveal continues to draw crowds at the world’s leading…

MICE

TourReview ranks Germany as the number 10 top European destination

Kanchan Nath Mar 4, 2024

Ahead of Arival and ITB Berlin next week, TourReview – the technology-driven travel review platform for the tours and activities sector – unveils Germany as the number ten ranked destination…

Technology

Sabre introduces PowerSuite Cloud and PowerSuite Cloud Lite in APAC

Kanchan Nath Feb 29, 2024

Sabre Corporation is introducing two new cloud-based next-generation travel management solutions to accelerate digital transformation and New Distribution Capability (NDC) adoption for…

Interviews

Sabre to launch PowerSuite Cloud in Asia Pacific

Kanchan Nath Feb 28, 2024

Sabre will soon be launching PowerSuite Cloud in Asia Pacific, which enables agencies to automate operations, get real-time business insights and enhance customer servicing. In an interview…

Guest Column

Top 3 Computer Science Assignment Help Services in Australia

Andrew Robert Feb 27, 2024

These days, lots and lots of students pursue their academic careers in the field of Computer Science because of the huge growth of the IT sector. Computer Science is a programming subject…

Guest Column

Assignment Help Services in Australia

Andrew Robert Feb 21, 2024

Are you the brightest student in class? Do you have difficulty carrying out the academic syllabus and assignment deadlines? Your priority is to keep maintaining the score in all the exams as…

Attractions

Blue Lagoon and facilities officially reopen

Kanchan Nath Feb 19, 2024

Blue Lagoon Iceland and its facilities including the Blue Lagoon, Blue Café, Lava and Moss restaurants, Retreat and Silica hotels, the Retreat Spa, and the on-site retail store reopens,…

Global

Top 5 Smart Cities already living in 2050!

Kanchan Nath Feb 16, 2024

Let's navigate the future that is already present in these top 10 smart cities across the globe. These cities leverage technology to the fullest in managing urban services, ensuring a…

Mergers & Acquisitions

Charlton Media Group acquires Singapore based Brand TD by Travel Daily Media to expand its operations into the vibrant Travel and Tourism sector

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2024

Leading media company Charlton Media Group, has announced the acquisition of Singapore based Brand TD by Travel Daily Media, a renowned online B2B and B2C news platform covering the travel…

Tourism

BookingJini partners with Haryana Tourism for tech-driven hospitality transformation

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2024

In a significant move aimed at enhancing the tourism and hospitality sector, BookingJini, a leading technology solution provider for the hotel industry, proudly announces its strategic…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Cleartrip launches new corporate travel management product ‘Out of Office’ (OOO)

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2024

Cleartrip, a Flipkart company, plans to be synonymous with the corporate travel space, and the launch of its new corporate travel management product - Out of Office (OOO) - is a starting…

Airlines and Aviation

Philippine Airlines takes personalisation to new heights with Amadeus Traveler DNA

Kanchan Nath Feb 8, 2024

Philippine Airlines is on an ambitious digital transformation journey to ensure that interactions with its passengers are not only seamless but also deeply personalised

Airlines and Aviation

Airlines and airports increase it spend to improve the passenger journey and meet sustainability goals

Kanchan Nath Feb 8, 2024

SITA’s 2023 Air Transport IT Insights report, published today, finds that both airports and airlines saw IT spend increase year on year into 2023, reaching an estimated 10.8 billion USD and…

TDM Guest Contributor

Emirates Proud of Busiest Winter for Baggage Handling

Joe Cusmano Feb 6, 2024 0

Emirates just had its busiest winter for baggage handling in the past three years. The winter season data from September 2023 to January 2024 reveal The post Emirates Proud of Busiest…

Tourism Boards - Partner Content

Thailand launches ‘Thais Always Care’ campaign

Philipp Meier Feb 4, 2024

To reinforce the concept of a welcoming culture, The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officially launched the ‘Thais Always Care’ campaign earlier this month in collaboration with the…

Technology

WeTravel expands platform capacity with multi-product launch

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2024

The travel business management platform launches multiple features to assist travel businesses in converting more bookings and better managing travel logistics in 2024.

Airlines and Aviation

Airports worldwide set to revolutionise operations with major tech investments in 2024

Kanchan Nath Feb 2, 2024

In response to the ongoing challenges faced by airports worldwide, including airline disruption, industrial action, technical outages, and weather disturbances, research from intelligent…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Key Steps to Focus on When Building an Online Travel Agency

Liz Melewshkeivch Feb 2, 2024

Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) play a crucial role in the travel industry, serving as intermediaries between travelers and various travel services. In today's competitive market, new OTAs…

Guest Column

Why a Last-Minute Solo Trip from Chicago to Madrid is the Best Decision to Made

Alex Martin Feb 1, 2024

Going on a pre-planned trip with your friends and family is a wonderful experience, but sometimes you just need to take a break or vacation by yourself. A solo trip is a wonderful…

TDM Guest Contributor

Discover the Unexpected with Cunard’s 2024 Showcases

Joe Cusmano Jan 31, 2024 0

Cunard Showcases will take you to worlds of discovery with the power of live performances. With a remarkable line-up of highly acclaimed shows exclusive to Cunard,

Finance

Alipay+ Begins 2024 Global Travel Campaigns with Chinese New Year Drive for 8 million International Merchants

Kanchan Nath Jan 30, 2024

As Singapore, Thailand and more countries open borders visa-free to Chinese travellers, Alipay+, the cross-border mobile payments and marketing platform operated by Ant International, steps…

Travel Agents

Bedsonline celebrates 20 years empowering travel advisors

Kanchan Nath Jan 30, 2024

As it marks its 20th anniversary of dedicated service to travel advisors, Specialising exclusively in catering to the needs of advisors worldwide, Bedsonline has evolved into a comprehensive…

Features

Security experts reveal 6 things you MUST do to keep safe in a taxi

Kanchan Nath Jan 29, 2024

Shahzad Ali, Security Expert and CEO of Get Licensed has shared six expert tips on how to stay safe in a taxi. 

Hotels

Roibos and HotelRunner join forces in a strategic partnership to elevate Hotel Distribution

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2024

Roibos, the innovative B2B marketplace, and HotelRunner, a leading hospitality technology provider, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership set to redefine the industry standard.

Airlines and Aviation

Meili and SAS announce strategic partnership to elevate travel experiences

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2024

 Meili, the pioneering travel technology platform which aims at reinventing partnerships within the global car rental industry, has announced a strategic partnership with Scandinavian…

Features

Top ten Spain’s best-rated travel destinations in 2023: TourReview  

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2024

Ahead of FITUR, TourReview, the technology-driven travel review platform for the tours and activities sector, has released its findings on Spain's tourism landscape in 2023.

Global

Brightsun Travel introduces Traveasy app

Kanchan Nath Jan 18, 2024

Brightsun Travel, a one-stop solution for travel needs, announces the launch of Traveasy app, a platform designed to elevate the process of booking economical flights to domestic and…

Tourism Boards

TAT rolls out ‘Thais Always Care’ online communication campaign

Kanchan Nath Jan 14, 2024

Sending out invitation to the world that Thailand and its people are always ready to welcome tourists with CARE, reflecting the kingdom’s renowned hospitality and warmth to visitors. 

Airlines and Aviation

Eurowings turns to SITA to enhance passenger satisfaction and improve baggage operations

Kanchan Nath Jan 12, 2024

Eurowings has entered into a five-year contract to deploy SITA Bag Journey for real-time tracking information of passenger bags through the entire journey.

Training

EHL’s Vocational Training Program grows in India to further strengthen its partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)

Kanchan Nath Jan 11, 2024

The iconic Swiss institution, with campuses in Switzerland and Singapore, has partnered with CII to create a novel education program in India’s leading hubs and resorts to enhance the…

Airlines and Aviation

Air India’s virtual travel assistant is now on WhatsApp

Kanchan Nath Jan 10, 2024

Air India, India’s leading global airline, has now extended access to its Generative AI-powered virtual travel assistant, AI.g, on WhatsApp.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air tops punctuality chart

Kanchan Nath Jan 9, 2024

Oman Air once again ranked as the most punctual airline in the Middle East and Africa as per Cirium

Associations

Winners of 2022-2023 UNWTO Students’ League Grand Final announced

Kanchan Nath Dec 28, 2023

The 2022-2023 UNWTO Students’ League concluded with a celebration of young tourism talent. The Grand Final of the flagship event for supporting students in tourism bought together high…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways introduces its Next Phase of Digital Transformation by Empowering Cabin Crew with Smart Onboard Functionality

Kanchan Nath Dec 23, 2023

Qatar Airways has introduced an in-house application that enables Cabin Crew to deliver personalised experiences to passengers.

Guest Column

Chase the Chill Away with Cheap New Years Flight Deals

Alex Martin Dec 21, 2023

New beginnings and fresh adventures await as the calendar turns to a brand new year. Many people believe that the best way to begin a new year is to escape the routine and embrace the new…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

WebBeds partners with BeCause to increase the availability of eco-certified properties

Kanchan Nath Dec 18, 2023

WebBeds, the global marketplace providing accommodation ground product distribution services to the travel industry, has partnered with BeCause to provide WebBeds users with certified…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates Group unveils Ebdaa, fostering creativity at the heart of aviation innovation

Kanchan Nath Dec 18, 2023

The Emirates Group lifted the curtains on Ebdaa, its sparkling new, high-tech aviation innovation hub. Ebdaa, which means creativity in Arabic, is housed in what was the Emirates Pavilion at…

Features

VisitPITTSBURGH announces 10 year Tourism Development Plan

Kanchan Nath Dec 16, 2023

VisitPITTSBURGH has a strong vision for how to enhance and advance tourism across Allegheny County, and that vision has been brought to life with the unveiling of a new Tourism Development…

Global

Meili and Travelstart partner to revolutionise Car Rental Experiences

Kanchan Nath Dec 8, 2023

Meili, the innovative travel technology platform, is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with Travelstart, the leading Online Travel Agency in Africa.

MICE

ASM Global partners with Voltus

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2023

Voltus, Inc. (Voltus), the distributed energy resource platform and virtual power plant operator and ASM Global, the venue management company and producer of live event experiences,…

Global

Air Canada customers can now track their baggage and mobility aids while travelling in Canada

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2023

Air Canada has introduced a new feature to the Air Canada mobile app to enable customers traveling within Canada to track the progress of their baggage and mobility aid in real time at key…

Global

JTA Holidays unveils brand new website

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2023

Independent Tour Operator, JTA Holidays announces the launch of its brand-new agent only website.

Hotels

RoomRaccoon acquires Irish Hotel Management Software Company, iHotelligence

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2023

The global hotel tech company RoomRaccoon is reinforcing its presence in Ireland with the completion of its first acquisition, iHotelligence.

Partner content

Sabre’s Beyond NDC Program: The Importance of Travel Servicing

Kristin Mariano Dec 1, 2023

We've all been there - the dreaded announcement at the airport: "Your flight has been cancelled." In that instant, the well-laid plans for our journey can come crashing down like a house…

Technology

Top 5 travel apps worth downloading

Kanchan Nath Nov 30, 2023

Here is a list of 5 best travel apps you must have on phone if you are planning winter vacation. Say goodbye to travel troubles and hello to a hassle-free, enjoyable winter getaway!

Airlines and Aviation

Uzbekistan Airways deploys next-generation flight tracking technology, SITA Mission Watch

Kanchan Nath Nov 23, 2023

As part of its strategy to streamline flight operations by leveraging the latest technologies, Uzbekistan Airways has signed up to deploy SITA Mission Watch. 

Technology

STAAH partners with emerging booking channel Tamarind Global

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2023

STAAH is pleased to announce its integration with Tamarind Global Online, a niche booking platform for travel wholesalers and retailers.

MICE

Experts call for better tech in the face of increased disruptions from climate change crisis

Kanchan Nath Nov 18, 2023

As climate change becomes more severe, so will travel disruptions.  That was the sentiment at Phocuswright, where several travel leaders took to the Center Stage to discuss how to deal with…

Finance

Travellers from 8 key Asian travel corridors can now enjoy seamless digital payments in Malaysia

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2023

Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) and Ant Group launched their cross-border digital payments collaboration that has enabled travellers from 8 countries to use PayNet’s DuitNow QR in…

Technology

Katathani Collection Grows Resort Revenue by 15 Percent with IDeaS G3 RMS

Kristin Mariano Nov 3, 2023

IDeaS, a SAS company, has announced that Katathani Collection has grown revenues across two of its resort properties by 15% with IDeaS G3 Revenue Management System (RMS.) Katathani…

Global

Top six tips to eliminate stress from business travel

Kanchan Nath Nov 1, 2023

It’s true that travelling can still be stressful due to the demands of work, unfamiliar environments, and the pressure to meet deadlines. Laura Busby, Commercial Director of Good Travel…

Global

TMU Management evolves to safeguard the travel value chain

Kanchan Nath Oct 27, 2023

 Travel insurance provider Trust My Group has announced the evolution of its TMU Management business into an independent entity, in a strategic move to unlock the full potential of its…

Sports Tourism

Vialattea unveils news for the 2023/24 ski season 

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2023

Vialattea, the leading Italian-French international ski region, and one of Europe’s largest ski resorts, is delighted to unveil its news and plans for the 2023/24 ski season.  

Airlines and Aviation

Azul implements SITA’S full suite of flight applications  

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2023

Azul, Brazil’s largest airline in number of flights and destinations served, has entered into a trial agreement for SITA eWAS and SITA OptiClimb.

Technology

Future trends include AI-based travel agencies and space tourism

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2023

The second day of TIS - Tourism Innovation Summit 2023 highlighted the most disruptive trends shaping a more sustainable and digital industry.

Airlines and Aviation

Saudia provides special in-flight experience for families and children

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2023

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia), the national flag carrier of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, believes in keeping families happy on board with a special in-flight experience for children.

Cruise

Costa Cruises selects SITA for enhanced flight monitoring system to optimize fly & cruise connections

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2023

SITA, the IT provider to the travel industry, is assisting Costa Cruises, the Italian cruise company, mitigate costly trip disruptions.

Finance

Nium expands B2B travel payments offering in Asia Pacific 

Kanchan Nath Oct 24, 2023

Nium, the leader in real-time global payments, has expanded its B2B travel payments offering in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, building on rising demand for its virtual credit card offering…

Visa updates

Introducing Entriva: A new visa and travel document experience

Kanchan Nath Oct 19, 2023

CIBT, the global provider of corporate travel visa and immigration services, announces a new brand, Entriva, a unique digital travel solution to enable a simple and stress-free travel visa…

Air

United Promotes Benefits of Bluetooth Enabled Planes

Joe Cusmano Oct 17, 2023

United Airlines showcased the capabilities of its new Bluetooth-enabled planes, emphasising new AirPods Pro features that simplify connecting and communicating between passengers and…

Air

Emirates Provides Cabin Crew 20,000 Apple Devices To Improve Inflight Services

Joe Cusmano Oct 17, 2023

Emirates, known for its commitment to cutting-edge technology and innovation, has launched a new ‘One Device’ strategy leveraging Apple products, in which all 20,000 Emirates Cabin Crew…

Transport

From planes to trains – how will the shift impact the way travel is sold?

Kanchan Nath Oct 17, 2023

With France introducing domestic flight bans where there’s a rail alternative, and major European airlines like Air France, KLM and Lufthansa supporting the shift, what does this mean for…

Features

Data Reveals: The city with the most pet-friendly apartments in the US

Kanchan Nath Oct 15, 2023

Millennials make up the largest percentage of current pet owners in the US (33%), followed by Gen X (25%) which are also the two largest demographics for apartment sharing across the…

Global

AeroCloud expands and reaffirms commitment to the North West  

Kanchan Nath Oct 13, 2023

AeroCloud, the intelligent airport management platform that improves collaboration and operational efficiencies, has announced its strategic move to the burgeoning tech ecosystem of…

Features

Flight Centre launches new “Slow TV” travel video series

Kanchan Nath Oct 12, 2023

Flight Centre, one of the world’s largest independent travel companies, launches its new five-part slowTV travel series ‘Relax’ on YouTube.  

Airlines and Aviation

Thai Vietjet chooses iPort Departure Control System powered by Travelport and Res2

Kanchan Nath Oct 11, 2023

Travelport and Res2, a Netherlands based departure control system provider and airport automation leader, announced a new multi-year agreement with Thai Vietjet.

Insurance

Travel insurer battleface partners with CELITECH

Kanchan Nath Oct 5, 2023

Travel insurance provider battleface, announced a strategic partnership with CELITECH, a leading telecommunications provider dedicated to delivering cutting-edge connectivity services for…

Hotels

RateTiger helps Cantonal Hotel by Warwick Riyadh to optimize revenue

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2023

Cantonal Hotel by Warwick Riyadh has found a reliable and innovative partner in RateTiger, a leading provider of hotel revenue management solutions.

Technology

Sabre launches new AI-powered retailing solution to optimize airlines’ premium cabin inventory

Kanchan Nath Oct 2, 2023

Sabre Corporation  announced its newest AI-powered retailing solution for airlines – Sabre Upgrade IQ™.

Air

Australia’s New Low-Cost Bonza Launches Bonza Holidays

Joe Cusmano Oct 1, 2023

Australia’s newest low-cost carrier has launched a significant new offering, ‘Bonza Holidays’. From yesterday, Aussies can book tailored packaged holidays via the Fly Bonza app to any of…

Technology

Heron AirBridge and SITA initiate proof of concept to advance urban air mobility for Singaporean airspace

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2023

Heron AirBridge, known for its comprehensive unmanned aircraft system traffic management (UTM) solutions, has entered into a proof of concept (PoC) agreement with globally acclaimed travel…

MICE

Cvent unveils agenda for Cvent CONNECT Europe 

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2023

Cvent unveiled the full agenda for its annual customer and industry event technology conference: Cvent CONNECT Europe.

Technology

Trevolution Group introduces NDC aggregated air travel services

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2023

Trevolution Group, the global market leader operating Asaptickets Skyluxtravel, Dreamport and other travel brands, has announced implementing New Distribution Capabilities (NDC) in its…

MICE

EaseMyTrip launches Corporate Travel Solutions 2.0

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2023

EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s largest online travel tech platforms, introduces its specialised Corporate Travel Business division.

Features

Booking.com chooses GIATA as one of its first providers for photo management

Kanchan Nath Sep 22, 2023

GIATA, a proven leader in static descriptive content solutions in the travel industry, announced the extended partnership with Booking.com, a globally renowned online travel platform.

Airlines and Aviation

AirHelp Survey: What does flight disruption cost passengers?

Kanchan Nath Sep 22, 2023

New research released today from AirHelp, the world’s largest air passenger rights organisation, has revealed that airlines are falling short at customer service when disruptions occur, with…

Mergers & Acquisitions

HotelPlanner aquires Eventsquid

Kanchan Nath Sep 22, 2023

HotelPlanner, a leading travel technology platform and hotel booking engine, announced the acquisition of Eventsquid

Technology

Virgin Australia expands long-term partnership with Sabre

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2023

Sabre Corporation has strengthened and expanded its relationship with Virgin Australia to allow the carrier to deliver improved retailing capability while supporting its growth objectives.

Airlines and Aviation

Is the end of ‘surprise’ airline and hotel fees good or bad for the travel industry?

Kanchan Nath Sep 13, 2023

Recently two US senators introduced the Junk Fee Prevention Act, specifically targeting airline and hotel resort fees. This will require airlines and hotels to display their full prices…

Technology

Spirit Airlines taps Cover Genius for personalised embedded protection

Kristin Mariano Sep 13, 2023

Cover Genius has partnered with Spirit Airlines. By integrating with XCover, Cover Genius’ award-winning global distribution platform, Spirit Airlines passengers who are non-US and…

Global

SITA technology to power French start-up Alltheway’s new doorstep baggage delivery service

Kanchan Nath Sep 12, 2023

SITA technology is powering a new and convenient baggage service from French start-up Alltheway, enabling passengers traveling from Paris to check in and drop off their bags from their home…

Airports

Mumbai International Airport achieves Level 4 in the ACI World Airport Customer Experience Accreditation

Kanchan Nath Sep 12, 2023

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) proudly announces its achievement of Level 4 accreditation from the globally acclaimed Airports Council International (ACI).

Hospitality

Rateping and STAAH’s enhanced integration to help hotels maximise revenue

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2023

Rateping is a unique Android and web-based application developed to help hotel and vacation rental owners and operators track their room rates versus their competitor’s room rates, while…

Features

TikTok: 2023’s Hottest Travel Destinations Right Now

Kanchan Nath Aug 22, 2023

New research reveals Barcelona as the most popular destination for travellers seeking adventure through Tik Tok this summer with over 25B views.

Reports

Cvent Report reveals 80% of Travel Managers are confident about Business Travel Activity

Kanchan Nath Aug 22, 2023

Cvent has published the latest instalment of the Cvent Travel Managers Report: Europe Edition, which provides hotels, venues and destinations with in-depth insights into corporate travel…

Visa updates

BLS International signs Visa Outsourcing Agreement with Embassy of Hungary in Bangladesh

Kanchan Nath Aug 21, 2023

BLS International, a trusted global tech-enabled services partner, has entered into a significant visa outsourcing agreement with the Embassy of Hungary in Bangladesh.

Global

The Advancements in Revenue Management set to Transform Hotel Pricing

Kristin Mariano Aug 21, 2023

As the hotel industry evolves in response to changing consumer preferences and global economic shifts, it becomes increasingly crucial for hoteliers to recognize the value of a diverse…

Finance

High interest rates hitting travel even harder due to needless payment collection delays

Kanchan Nath Aug 15, 2023

With global interest rates hitting historical highs – currently at 5.25% in the UK following an increase recently and 5.25% in the US – and economists anticipating further increases, many…

Hotels

Ascott launches CHATGPT-powered web chatbot – CUBBY, your AI travel buddy

Kanchan Nath Aug 14, 2023

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment, has just launched a generative artificial intelligence (AI) powered web chatbot to enhance the…

Corporate & Business

Cornerstone strategically invests in Traxo

Kanchan Nath Aug 14, 2023

Traxo, Inc., the world’s only real-time corporate travel data capture provider and Cornerstone Information Systems, a global leader in managing travel and expense operations, have joined…

Reports

Mastercard releases new research report “Navigating Global Business Travel” 

Kanchan Nath Aug 14, 2023

Mastercard released a new research report “Navigating Global Business Travel,” unveiling the needs and challenges of business travelers, according to a study of over 500 travel-decision…

Reports

Half of the Millennials and Gen Zs, ready to spend twice their average monthly income on travel 

Kanchan Nath Aug 9, 2023

According to a survey conducted by  travel and experiences platform Klook, travelers are ready to spend big on travel. 1 in 3 Millennial and Gen Z travelers are willing to spend more than…

MICE

Virtuoso Travel Tech Summit to be held on 12 August

Kanchan Nath Aug 4, 2023

Virtuoso, the global network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, is hosting its second annual Travel Tech Summit during the 35th annual Virtuoso Travel Week on Saturday, 12th …

Airlines and Aviation

Travelport renews multi-year agreement with United Airlines

Kanchan Nath Aug 3, 2023

Travelport announced that it has renewed its multi-year agreement with United Airlines, the largest airline in the world as measured by available seat miles.

Reports

KAYAK reveals that offbeat destinations are on trend for the Independence Day Long Weekend 

Kanchan Nath Aug 3, 2023

Independence Day is around the corner, and fortuitously, Indian travellers will get a long weekend to enjoy a much-needed getaway.

Airlines and Aviation

SITA and Envision digital partner on solutions that help airports cut fuel and power costs

Kanchan Nath Aug 2, 2023

Air transport industry IT provider SITA and Envision Digital signed a new partnership to help airports reduce operational costs and support their net zero ambitions.

Global

Frontline Performance Group helps hotels in Asia to outperform competition

Kanchan Nath Jul 26, 2023

Frontline Performance Group (FPG) is a SaaS software company that specializes in incremental revenue sales which enables hotels to operate and sustain a successful commercial engine.

Airlines and Aviation

Vueling is Europe’s second most on-time low-cost airline in the first half of the year

Kanchan Nath Jul 24, 2023

Vueling, part of the IAG group, has been the second most on-time low-cost airline in Europe between January and June 2023

Corporate & Business

Travel & expense spend management is growing in importance

Kristin Mariano Jul 24, 2023

According to a recent BCD Travel survey of 164 travel  buyers worldwide, the importance of travel and expense spend management has increased in priority,  reaching its highest level…

Features

Empowering travellers through AI-driven strategy

Kanchan Nath Jul 21, 2023

Trip.com Group, a leading travel service provider, has unveiled a series of enhanced services aimed at empowering travellers through AI-led capabilities and knowledge.

Tourism

Spain welcomes travellers to explore off-the-beaten-path – Trip.com

Kristin Mariano Jul 21, 2023

Spain is one of the world’s most-visited countries in the world, according to the country’s official statistics. After the pandemic, Spain's tourism has seen a strong rebound, with two…

Airports

SITA’s passenger processing solutions to power Airports Authority of India across 43 airports

Kanchan Nath Jul 14, 2023

SITA secured a landmark deal with Airports Authority of India to support one of the biggest growth markets globally, providing technology to 43 of India’s biggest airports. 

Partner content

Unleashing the potential of embedded protection to revolutionize the travel industry

Kristin Mariano Jul 14, 2023

With the rise in tourism, the global travel protection market has witnessed significant growth from US$19.14 billion in 2022 to US$22.44 billion this year. This growth is especially…

Features

Experts warn of challenges travel industry might face with new EU-border entry system scheduled for 2024

Kanchan Nath Jul 12, 2023

Many travellers will not be prepared for new red tape of 2024 ‘ETIAS’ scheme coming into force next year.

Features

Record summer bookings stretching finances of many due to outdated payments tech

Kanchan Nath Jul 12, 2023

This year’s more than welcome record summer for travel bookings brings with it the unwelcome need to increase working capital, warns Spencer Hanlon from global real-time payments platform …

Technology

Sabre takes hotel guest services to a new level by integrating WhatsApp with Nuvola  

Kanchan Nath Jul 12, 2023

Sabre Corporation announced the integration between Nuvola, its task management and guest engagement software, and the renowned messaging platform WhatsApp.

Airports

Digital Apron and Tower Management System at HKIA wins Top Global Award

Kanchan Nath Jul 4, 2023

Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has won a top international award for its pioneering airport-wide Digital Apron and Tower Management System (DATMS). HKIA is the first in the world to…

Hotels

RoomRaccoon partners with The Hotels Network to enhance direct bookings

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2023

RoomRaccoon, a hotel management solution for independent hotels, has announced its strategic partnership with The Hotels Network (THN), a full-stack direct growth platform for hotels, to…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Joyned and NexusTours announce strategic partnership

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2023

Israeli start-up Joyned and NexusTours, a destination management company serving the Caribbean, Central America, and North America, jointly announced their strategic partnership.

Technology

Hotelbeds introduces new digital tools to make selling travel easier for clients

Kristin Mariano Jul 3, 2023

With the summer holiday season in full swing, Hotelbeds is helping its clients manage the growing demand for travel by introducing new products and tools.  The travel tech company is…

Technology

Riskline launches new personalised travel intelligence tool 

Kanchan Nath Jul 2, 2023

Travel risk intelligence company, Riskline, has announced the launch of Travel Search Widget, an easy-to-embed tool that is designed to assist travel providers in giving their customers…

Features

As the revenge travel boom slows, how can travel sellers avoid a bust?

Kanchan Nath Jun 30, 2023

A recent report by Bankrate in the US showed that affordability is cutting into traveller choice and more recently southern European sun-and-sea destinations have reported a slowing in…

Global

Society Pass to formally introduce Society Pass Loyalty App

Kanchan Nath Jun 27, 2023

Society Pass Incorporated, Southeast Asia's (SEA) next generation, data-driven, loyalty, fintech and e-commerce ecosystem, announces that it will formally introduce its universal loyalty…

Technology

Shiji pioneers new hotel payment solutions with “Shiji Digital Payby”

Kristin Mariano Jun 23, 2023

Shiji, the global hospitality innovator, announced the launch of Shiji Digital PayBy. A transformative integrated payment solution, uniquely tailored for hotel operators and managers,…

Global

Top TikTok travel hacks for summer 2023

Kanchan Nath Jun 21, 2023

TikTok is home to a wealth of travel advice, tips, and tricks that can make your travel experience more enjoyable and also save you money.

Technology

Hostaway integrates with Google for vacation rentals

Kanchan Nath Jun 20, 2023

Hostaway, the vacation rental PMS, can today reveal it has integrated with Google, enabling customers to list their short-term rentals across Google Travel, Google Search and Maps.

Hotels

Unlocking dynamic pricing through the Oaky and IDeaS integration

Kanchan Nath Jun 19, 2023

Hotel technology providers Oaky and IDeaS partner up, to streamline the process of establishing room upgrade prices, while simultaneously improving the guest experience, and hotel revenue…

Finance

Overlooked, underloved & underestimated: but is ‘B2B payments’ becoming a less taboo topic in travel?

Kanchan Nath Jun 16, 2023

The perception of B2B payments is evolving steadily as many begin to see more than just cost-saving opportunities through embracing new fintech services, comment four experts during a…

Consumer

dnata introduces ground-breaking cooking robot at World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE)

Kanchan Nath Jun 16, 2023

dnata, a global air and travel services provider, announced an exciting addition to their presence at the World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE)

Hospitality

Sands China updates ‘The Macao Showcase’ attendees on MICE & Luxury Forum

Kristin Mariano Jun 12, 2023

Sands China Ltd. hosted the MICE & Luxury Forum on June 8 as part of The Macao Showcase’, a three-day event aimed at bringing the best of Macao to Singapore. The forum took place…

MICE

Make diversity and inclusion a part of every business event

Kanchan Nath Jun 9, 2023

We all know events have an extensive planning process. Sydney WorldPride 2023 showcased how to incorporate diversity and inclusion into major events.

Features

FutureLog’s procure-to-pay solution enables hotels to focus on what they do best

Kristin Mariano Jun 6, 2023

FutureLog offers streamlined ordering process, easy-to-use in-house ordering system and automated e-invoice management that give hotels greater control, transparency and accuracy.

Features

Return to high season buildup of overseas staff will create ‘needless payroll bottleneck’ for travel

Kanchan Nath Jun 5, 2023

Spencer Hanlon, from leader in real-time global payments Nium, warns travel companies not to let the high season spike in overseas staff turn into an expensive headache this year.

Airlines and Aviation

Game On! Emirates Group and AWS team up to craft an immersive digital world

Kanchan Nath Jun 2, 2023

The Emirates Group is embarking on a futuristic, immersive digital journey to transform its employee experiences – a first for the industry – by collaborating with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Train

Cutting train Wi-Fi threatens sustainable travel: Byway

Kanchan Nath May 26, 2023

Tech start-up, Byway, dedicated to combating travel's impact on the climate by simplifying flight-free travel, raises concerns over the Department For Travel’s proposal to remove train Wi-Fi…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Canada partners with iagos to equip an airbus a330 with climate and air quality sensors

Kanchan Nath May 18, 2023

Air Canada announced today that one of its Airbus A330 aircraft has been outfitted with special diagnostics sensors in partnership with In-Service Aircraft for a Global Observing System…

Eturbo News

IATA Sets Priorities for Ground Handling Sector Development

Harry Johnson May 18, 2023 0

eTurboNews: Ensuring efficient onboarding of new employees and working with governments to reduce bottlenecks in security clearances is critical Read more: IATA Sets Priorities for Ground…

Road

IntrCity SmartBus: Revolutionizing the bus industry with cutting-edge technology

Kanchan Nath May 17, 2023

IntrCity SmartBus, the largest fleet of inter-city buses, is leading the transformation of the bus industry by leveraging the power of technology.

Airports

Air transport industry seeks solutions as baggage mishandling rates virtually double amid growing passenger volumes

Kanchan Nath May 16, 2023

Digitalisation will be vital to addressing key pain points and giving passengers renewed confidence to check in their baggage. 

Global

KAYAK reveals the most popular domestic and international locations to visit on Mother’s Day for 2023

Kanchan Nath May 12, 2023

In view of the potential of travelling to transform relationships and lay the foundation of deeper connections, here is a carefully curated list of travel options for exploring with your…

Airlines and Aviation

Datalex renews partnership with Edelweiss

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

Datalex, a market leader in digital retail technology focused on the airline market, announces the renewal of its partnership with Swiss airline, Edelweiss.

Airports

Students explore’ ‘flying classroom’ at Bournemouth Airport

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

More than 200 students from Parkfield School in Bournemouth recently spent the day exploring a unique ‘flying classroom’ and learning all about careers in aviation during a special trip to…

Hotels

STAAH technology helps juSTa Hotels & Resorts clock 15% increase in direct bookings revenue

Kanchan Nath May 10, 2023

STAAH, the New Zealand-based global hospitality solutions provider, has enabled juSTa Hotels & Resorts, a contemporary boutique hotel chain to increase its direct bookings revenue by 15%…

Mobile & Social

Top travel hacks trending on TikTok

Kristin Mariano May 8, 2023

TikTok is home to a wealth of travel advice, tips, and tricks that can make your travel experience more enjoyable and also save you money. But with 3 billion views for #TravelHacks, it can…

Features

Tech the differentiator for ‘UK coronation travel boom’

Kanchan Nath May 4, 2023

Travel technology industry experts explain how both travel suppliers and travel intermediaries are using technology as an edge to make sure they don’t miss out on the one-off boost to…

Tourism

Blink Brand Solutions announces its foray in destination marketing and consulting

Kanchan Nath May 1, 2023

Blinks Brand Solutions announces its entry in the travel and tourism market where it will represent destinations and products in the Indian market in order to boost their visibility and…

Airlines and Aviation

Frontier Airlines optimise revenues with Accelya

Kanchan Nath Apr 24, 2023

Accelya, a leading global provider of software and technology solutions to the travel industry, today announced that US low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines now benefits from Accelya’s…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Canada to launch new benefits as part of its NDC Program for agencies and travel buyers

Kanchan Nath Apr 24, 2023

Air Canada announced its New Distribution Capabilities (NDC) program, which will feature new benefits, expanded content and additional trade support for agencies and travel buyers.

Cruise

MSC World Europa Starts Sailing In The Mediterranean

Joe Cusmano Apr 18, 2023

MSC Cruises’ first vessel to be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG) – MSC World Europa – has arrived in Europe after having spent her maiden season in the Arabian Gulf. As the…

Hotels

FPG drives hotel revenue performance

Kanchan Nath Apr 17, 2023

Since acquiring Singapore-based TSA Solutions in 2020, Frontline Performance Group (FPG) has been relentless in providing its enhanced Service-Based Sales program and cutting-edge technology…

Tourism

Top 10 tips to stay safe while solo travelling

Kristin Mariano Apr 14, 2023

Bookings for solo travel have almost doubled since the pandemic - 14% of travellers were planning a solo trip in 2019, but now 23% plan on venturing alone. But despite this surge in…

Hotels

King’s Coronation Garden Party at Fairmont Windsor Park

Kanchan Nath Apr 13, 2023

Fairmont Windsor Park announces its Coronation Garden Party to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort on the 6th May 2023, to rejoice an occasion…

Cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings to offer Starlink high-speed internet on board fleet

Kanchan Nath Apr 10, 2023

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. a global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line (“NCL”), Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands, announced its plan to…

Hotels

Oaky introduces Front Desk Upsell Automation, revolutionising Hotel Revenue Strategies

Kanchan Nath Apr 5, 2023

Oaky, a hyper-personalised hotel upselling software solution, has announced the release of its new Front Desk Upsell automation solution.

Eturbo News

What Is NDC and How Will It Affect Travel?

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Mar 31, 2023 0

by: Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor | New Distribution Capability (NDC) was designed to allow the travel industry to evolve in how it sells air products to companies & travelers. Full…

OTAs & Tour Operators

MakeMyTrip targets to grow base of franchisees by 50% in 2023 in India

Kanchan Nath Mar 30, 2023

MakeMyTrip, announced its plan to expand its franchise business in the top 100+ cities of the country. The company started 2023 with 146 active franchisees and aims to grow by more than 50%…

Global

Sabre announces agreement with Capillary Technologies

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2023

Sabre Corporation a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announced an agreement with Capillary Technologies,

MICE

The New Melbourne e-Guide Makes Business Event Planning Easier

Joe Cusmano Mar 24, 2023

The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) is excited to launch its second edition of the popular interactive Melbourne e-Guide. Educating and influencing business event planners on why the…

Technology

OTA Insight launches Rate Insight+, the first commercial solution to combine hotel and short-term rental data in a single platform

Chris Head Mar 22, 2023

Hoteliers can now eliminate blind spots in the face of increased competition

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia implements Sabre’s Revenue Optimizer and Dynamic Availability tools

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2023

Sabre Corporation announced the successful implementation of its Revenue Optimizer and Dynamic Availability solutions at Virgin Australia.

Global

AeroCloud pioneers technology for airports to offer ‘kerb to gate’ insights 

Kanchan Nath Mar 16, 2023

AeroCloud, the intelligent airport management platform that improves collaboration and operational efficiencies, announces at Passenger Terminal Expo the launch of AeroCloud Optic

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia India integrates the Pilot Flight Duty Logbook with DGCA’s eGCA Platform

Kanchan Nath Mar 10, 2023

AirAsia India, in collaboration with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), integrates the Pilot’s Flight Duty Logbook directly from its Crew Management system to the eGCA…

Finance

AUB and Mastercard sign exclusive strategic partnership in Bahrain

Kanchan Nath Mar 7, 2023

Ahli United Bank B.S.C (AUB), a Bahrain-based leading pan-regional Banking group, has signed a strategic partnership with Mastercard.

Airlines and Aviation

Trevolution Group sells a record number of airline tickets in 2022

Kanchan Nath Mar 3, 2023

Trevolution Group, which operates International Travel Network, Asaptickets, Skyluxtravel, Aviajet, and other travel brands, reports its annual commercial results.

Attractions

GlobalTix partners with Go City to digitise travel services

Kanchan Nath Mar 3, 2023

GlobalTix, Asia's preferred reservation and distribution platform, and Go City, the world's largest attraction pass business, announced a collaboration that will provide convenience and…

Hotels

JA Resorts & Hotels partners with GIATA

Kanchan Nath Feb 28, 2023

JA Resorts & Hotels, a homegrown legacy brand in the United Arab Emirates, has announced its partnership with GIATA DRIVE.

Technology

AeroCloud raises USD12.6 million Series A from leading growth investors Stage 2 Capital

Kristin Mariano Feb 28, 2023

AeroCloud - the intelligent airport management platform that improves collaboration and efficiencies - has announced it has raised USD12.6 million in Series A funding led by US fund Stage…

Finance

JAGGAER partners with Workato

Kanchan Nath Feb 24, 2023

JAGGAER, the leader in Autonomous Commerce announced an agreement with Workato, the automation and integration platform as a service (iPaaS) provider.

Hospitality

RoomRaccoon integrates with Epos Now

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2023

The integration will enhance hotel employee productivity and elevate the guest experience through streamlined payment processing.

Technology

Trip.com launches TripGen

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2023

Trip.com has launched TripGen, a chatbot designed to provide travellers with live assistance through cutting-edge AI technology.

Finance

Mastercard and Network International launch new Artificial Intelligence fraud-prevention solution

Kanchan Nath Feb 10, 2023

Mastercard announced that it is partnering with Network International, the  enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa, to address fraud, declines and chargebacks in order…

Airlines and Aviation

Aviation CIOs ramp up digital technology investments to meet demands of swift recovery

Kanchan Nath Feb 8, 2023

SITA’s 2022 Air Transport IT Insights report, published reveals that with the post-pandemic recovery CIOs want to ensure operations are as agile and resilient as they are efficient, with IT…

Technology

livn debuts enhanced reseller API

Kanchan Nath Feb 8, 2023

Traveller needs are changing. They are expecting more from their digital experiences, including increased flexibility, personalisation, seamless booking, and customer management process.

Hotels

Shiji and Amadeus integrations help hoteliers streamline guest experience and drive revenue

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2023

Clients of both Shiji ReviewPro Guest Communications solution and Amadeus’ iHotelier Booking Engine or HotSOS Service Optimization solution will benefit from a newly integrated AI-driven…

MICE

CWT M&E launches new website ‘collaboration tool’ and ‘chat support’

Kanchan Nath Feb 2, 2023

CWT Meetings & Events has introduced two new solutions to help event organizers create a better attendee experience: a tool that facilitates easy and efficient collaboration with…

Technology

New partnership expands TMC servicing abilities

Kanchan Nath Jan 31, 2023

A newly formed partnership between Traxo and Agentivity will significantly expand a TMC’s ability to offer servicing of booking data even if made outside the TMC channel.

Hospitality

Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels will now deliver epicurean delicacies through the Club Marriott South Asia mobile app to its customers

Kristin Mariano Jan 31, 2023

Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels (MBOW), Marriott International’s online food delivery program, has integrated with the Club Marriott South Asia app and the Club Marriott website. Club Marriott…

Airlines and Aviation

The fastest growing source markets with flights to Madrid for 2023 

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2023

Mexico and Colombia lead the destinations with the highest growth in air capacity to travel to the Spanish capital in 2023

Airports

Glasgow Airport to pilot special assistance passenger support app

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2023

Glasgow Airport is trialling an app to ensure all passengers who require additional support get the help they need. PRM Assist allows passengers who need additional support to contact the…

Eturbo News

Airbus preparing for Intersec 2023 in Dubai

Harry Johnson Jan 17, 2023 0

by: Harry Johnson | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel & Tourism News Airbus is to participate in Intersec 2023, the leading trade fair for safety, security, and fire protection. The post…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air ranked as most punctual airline in Middle East and Africa in 2022

Kristin Mariano Jan 10, 2023

Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has been named top in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) for punctuality. As per the results of the 2022 On-Time Performance…

Special Reports

Cirium: Iberia most on-time airline in Europe in 2022

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2023

Iberia has been named as the European leader for airline on-time performance for 2022 by Cirium, the global aviation analytics leader.

Mergers & Acquisitions

RateGain to acquire Adara

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2023

RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain), a global provider of SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Adara…

Airports

SAUDIA inaugurates new operations building at KAIA

Kanchan Nath Dec 28, 2022

 Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the Kingdom's national flag carrier, inaugurated its new SAUDIA Operations building at King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) in Jeddah

Airlines and Aviation

AeroBid is launching ‘The Empty Leg Marketplace’ 

Kanchan Nath Dec 27, 2022

UK-based start-up, AeroBid, is launching an exciting new add-on to its platform “The Empty Leg Marketplace”.

By the Way

Cognizant to advance Garuda Aerospace drones with digital technologies

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2022

Cognizant has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Garuda Aerospace, one of India's drone startups, to power its drones with advanced digital capabilities…

Technology

Zahara Travel partners with Amadeus 

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2022

Zahara Travel, corporate travel specialist in Oman partners with Amadeus to expand its premium customer offering.

MICE

American Express Meetings & Events launches evolution of Meetings Insights platform

Kanchan Nath Dec 22, 2022

American Express Meetings & Events has launched the latest evolution of Meetings Insights, a business intelligence platform designed to help clients make faster, more informed decisions.

Airlines and Aviation

DGCA boosts its eGCA portal with new features

Kanchan Nath Dec 20, 2022

India’s aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has added new features to its e-governance platform for stakeholders.

Airlines and Aviation

CISF adds more personnel in Delhi and Mumbai airports

Kanchan Nath Dec 19, 2022

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has prepared a pool of more than 100 personnel to man additional security counters expected to be handed over to it for easing the ongoing…

Corporate & Business

Managing budgets in 2023 post pandemic

Kristin Mariano Dec 19, 2022

If 2022 was the year travel returned, then 2023 is going to be the year that travel is made more ‘budget’ effective. With budgeting for 2023 currently occurring in corporate travel teams…

Technology

Amex GBT and Traxo pilot solution for pre-trip data

Kanchan Nath Dec 9, 2022

Traxo, Inc., the world’s only provider of real-time corporate travel data capture, and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), the world’s B2B travel platform, are piloting a…

Airlines and Aviation

 AirAsia India launches Season Sale

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2022

AirAsia India announced the launch of its Season sale with fares starting at INR 1,497 (approx. USD 18.39), for routes like Bengaluru-Kochi, in addition to similar discounted sale fares…

Special Reports

Top seven travel trends, 2023 from Hotelbeds

Kanchan Nath Dec 2, 2022

The appetite for travel shows no signs of slowing down at Hotelbeds as the company is expecting growth of 30% above 2022 levels over the next 12 months but new trends are emerging as…

Road

Clean Air Zone smart routing now available for Waze users in Bristol 

Kanchan Nath Nov 29, 2022

Waze, the world’s largest community-based traffic and navigation app, is today launching smart routing around Bristol’s Clean Air Zone to help drivers avoid unnecessary fines and reduce…

Hotels

TravelgateX partners with Fliggy to expand global reach

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2022

 TravelgateX announced a service provider partnership with Fliggy, a leading online travel platform in China.

Airlines and Aviation

Nium unveils ‘Closed Loop’ payments alternative for airlines and OTAs

Kanchan Nath Nov 24, 2022

Nium, the global platform for Modern Money Movement announced the launch of Nium Airline Payments (NAP), a closed-loop payments solution powered by Universal Air Travel Plan (UATP).

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates A380 and Red Arrows ‘score an Ace’ 

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2022

Emirates and the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, took to the skies to celebrate the start of the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai with a spectacular flypast over Jumeirah…

OTAs & Tour Operators

EaseMyTrip launches 2.0 self-booking tool for corporates 

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2022

EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s largest travel tech portals, announces the launch of a self-booking tool for corporates.

Global

Misk Global Forum launches ‘first-of-its-kind’ NFT

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2022

Misk Global Forum, one of the world’s largest youth events, has unveiled a first-of-its-kind artwork that will connect and disrupt the metaverse and the physical world.

Airlines and Aviation

FedEx Express showcases aerospace solutions at Bahrain International Airshow

Kanchan Nath Nov 10, 2022

FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp is showcasing its one-stop shop shipping solutions for the aerospace industry, at the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS), from November 9…

Global

Finland, Dublin, Vueling and Casa Batlló, winners of the Tourism Innovation Awards 2022

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2022

TIS - Tourism Innovation Summit, the global summit of innovation and technology for the travel and tourism industry, celebrated last week the Tourism Innovation Awards 2022 in Seville…

OTAs & Tour Operators

KAYAK reveals the best travel and booking times for affordable flights

Kanchan Nath Nov 4, 2022

KAYAK reveals the best travel and booking times for the top 10 most popular flight destinations of Indians.

Global

MITEC wins ‘Malaysia’s Best Convention Centre 2022’

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2022

The Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC) was crowned Malaysia’s Best Convention Centre 2022 by the World MICE Awards at its recent awards gala ceremony, held at The…

Airports

Skyscanner launches new solution for airports to target route development opportunities

Kristin Mariano Oct 21, 2022

Skyscanner has launched an exclusive new solution within its Travel Insight Vision business intelligence tool aimed at helping airports target route development opportunities.…

Airlines and Aviation

Can Private Aviation sustain its rapid growth?

Kanchan Nath Oct 20, 2022

In 2021, 3.3 million private flights took off around the world, the most the industry has experienced to date and 7% higher than the industry’s previous boom in 2019.

Special Reports

Travel agency services market to reach USD 407.7 Bn in 2022

Kanchan Nath Oct 14, 2022

The global travel agency services market is projected to reach a valuation of USD 407.7 Bn in 2022. Sales are projected to increase at a 11.5% CAGR, with the market size reaching USD 510.0…

Global

CWT adds new functionalities to its myCWT platform

Kanchan Nath Oct 6, 2022

CWT adds new trip planning, management and collaboration functionalities to its myCWT platform. 

Technology

Travelogix partners with ServeVita

Kanchan Nath Oct 5, 2022

UK based travel data specialists, Travelogix, have formed a strategic partnership with Dallas based ServeVita, who support the CentralCommand back-office solution being used by TMCs and…

Airlines and Aviation

Akasa Air partners with RateGain

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2022

Akasa Air has selected RateGain’s AirGain product to make air travel affordable for its customers by leveraging accurate and real-time airfare data.

Airlines and Aviation

The DP World Tour and Emirates sign partnership extension

Kanchan Nath Oct 1, 2022

The DP World Tour and Emirates have signed an extension to their partnership agreement that will see the international airline remain an Official Partner of golf’s DP World Tour until the…

Interviews

The pandemic changed how we travel, hospitality should follow suit

Kristin Mariano Sep 20, 2022

TD sat down with Trent Fraser, CEO of Choice Hotels about the emerging travel trends and navigating the post-pandemic era in the hospitality sector.

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia India tops OTP with 93.3% in August

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2022

AirAsia India tops the On Time Performance (OTP) charts in August 2022 for the fifth consecutive month.

Airports

Forging a sustainable Changi

Kanchan Nath Sep 9, 2022

Changi Airport Group (CAG) has released its latest Sustainability Report, ‘Forging A Sustainable Changi’, which outlines CAG’s sustainability vision, approach and outcomes from the…

Global

Booming festive time for travel: RateGain PULSE

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2022

RateGain Travel Technologies in its latest PULSE report has shared forward looking insights focused on the demand for travel in the upcoming festive season.

Airlines and Aviation

Jazeera Airways selects RateGain for AirGain tech

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2022

Jazeera Airlines has selected RateGain's AirGain product to dynamically adjust prices with real-time, accurate, and high-quality airfare data.

Cruise

Princess Cruises expands flight booking programme for Southeast Asia

Kristin Mariano Sep 1, 2022

Princess Cruises has added its EZair flight booking programme for guests from Southeast Asia, mainly Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Brunei. This easy-to-use tool provides…

Air

TPConnects partners with Oman Air to launch IATA Pay service in India

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2022

Retail travel technology specialist, TPConnects partners with Oman Air to help launch the IATA Pay service in India.

Transport

WeMo launches electric vehicles service for tourists in Taiwan

Kristin Mariano Aug 29, 2022

WeMo Scooter has launched WeMo RenTour, Taiwan’s first shared all-electric vehicle platform. WeMo RenTour has partnered with smart vehicle brands and rental companies to offer drivers…

Air

AirAsia India to use AI-powered CAE Rise Training System

Kanchan Nath Aug 24, 2022

AirAsia India and CAE have collaborated to integrate the CAE Rise Training System into the airline’s simulator training program. AirAsia India is the first airline in India to adopt a…

Technology

SiteMinder acquires GuestJoy

Kristin Mariano Aug 24, 2022

SiteMinder has announced it will acquire industry acclaimed hotel guest engagement suite GuestJoy, a cloud-based app that allows hoteliers to automate personalised, direct, contactless…

Tourism

Radio-frequency based identity for pilgrims to Vaishno Devi temple

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2022

On a trial basis, Radio-Frequency Identity Cards (RFID) have been introduced for pilgrims visiting the Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district. Over 60…

Partner content

Here’s how FutureLog’s procure-to-pay solutions save hotels time and resources

Kristin Mariano Aug 22, 2022

With its hospitality background, FutureLog’s procure-to-pay platform offers tailor-made solutions fit to fill the gaps in the industry.

Hospitality

Bedsonline supports its clients in the face of soaring booking demand

Kristin Mariano Aug 19, 2022

Bedsonline's latest figures show that booking demand is stronger than ever, with a 114% increase in gross sales in UK 2022 financial year compared to the same period in 2019. As…

Tourism

Most Powerful Passports in 2022

Joe Cusmano Aug 16, 2022

Henley & Partners, a global citizenship and residence advisory firm in London, has produced a new quarterly report stating that holders of three Asian passports have more worldwide…

Interviews

OTA Insight provides hoteliers the right tools to get ahead of the competition

Kristin Mariano Aug 15, 2022

OTA Insight is a company that gives hotels tools that help them make informed decisions.

Guest Column

Top 7 Features of Online Hotel Reservation System for Hotel Booking

OneClick IT Consultancy Aug 2, 2022

The hotel reservation system or hotel booking engine is an integral part of the hotel industry. It is software that helps hotels manage their rooms, customers, and inventory in an efficient…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Space mission offers adventure like no other

Kristin Mariano Aug 2, 2022

Imagine the physical and mental rush of climbing the Himalayas, which boasts Earth’s iciest, tallest peaks. Imagine the excitement of traversing the world’s seas by ship and…

Global

Boeing and Cambridge University launch project to speed up decarbonisation of aviation sector

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2022

Boeing will engage in modeling pathways to a more sustainable aviation future with the University of Cambridge. The team will undertake detailed scenario-based analysis using the interactive…

Air

Vistara to become first Indian airline to launch e-tech logbook

Megha Paul Jul 27, 2022

Vistara partners with Ultramain ELB and is set to become the first Indian airline to introduce an e-tech logbook solution and go paperless in its operations

Air

Pent-up demand for air travel, with passengers embracing mobile and touchless technologies

Megha Paul Jul 1, 2022

SITA’s 2022 Passenger IT Insights research highlights pent-up demand for both business and leisure travel emerging from the pandemic

CTM rolls out traveller CRM for enhanced personalised service

Megha Paul Jun 15, 2022

Global travel management company CTM has launched its proprietary traveller CRM, CTM Advisor, in EMEA elevating personalised customer service experiences across its trans-Atlantic markets

Partner content

Top 5 reasons why an Avalon Waterways river cruise should be your next holiday

Kristin Mariano Jun 15, 2022

Book an Avalon Waterways river cruise and tour some of the most majestic rivers in the world on your next holiday.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Booking.com adds a third-level of benefits to its loyalty program

Kristin Mariano May 19, 2022

Booking.com is giving travellers from around the world to unlock a new level of perks with Genius loyalty program, giving travellers even more value the more they use Booking.com.  

airasia Super App pairs with Quantum Metric to improve digital customer experiences

Kristin Mariano May 19, 2022

The airasia Super App, ASEAN’s fastest growing digital travel and lifestyle platform is partnering with Quantum Metric to help build the best possible customer experiences across its web…

Travel Agents

Travel agents can easily access New Zealand Tourism business with ‘always on’ platform

Kristin Mariano May 9, 2022

The New Zealand tourism industry re-connected with the world, this April on TRENZ Connect 2022 through a series of exciting online events. These events are part of TRENZ Connect, a digital…

GOPASS Global unveils partnership with Charles Sturt University

Megha Paul May 2, 2022

Under the agreement with Charles Sturt Travel, GOPASS will provide risk assessments for university staff travelling abroad for conferences, academic research projects and other work-related…

Air

World’s first MetaHuman cabin crew is here! Qatar Airways steps into metaverse with ‘QVerse’ virtual reality

Megha Paul Apr 25, 2022

Qatar Airways has entered the metaverse by launching QVerse, a novel virtual reality (VR) experience for visitors to the airline’s website

Attractions

The new tourism consumer is more digital, plans more in advance and is less risk-taking after the pandemic

Kristin Mariano Mar 16, 2022

The tours, attractions and activities market (TAA) is developing quickly, with the aim of creating more unique and complete experiences for increasingly more digital-savvy consumers.

Today’s hotel guest is online and digitally savvy: What is your hotel doing to stand-out?

Megha Paul Mar 10, 2022

Tracy Dong, Principal Industry Consultant, IDeaS talks about how hoteliers who become more digitally reliant and plan their systems and approach accordingly will be better placed to attract…

How to get real about transparency and automation

Megha Paul Mar 8, 2022

In a tete-a-tete with Kenichiro Nishizu, President, Marketing Services at DerbySoft, the candid Nishizu talks about how the company has developed intelligent technology in the metasearch and…

GOPASS Global reveals plans for full risk travel solution

Kristin Mariano Mar 3, 2022

GOPASS Global will expand its focus beyond COVID-related risks to incorporate a full risk assessment model, including social, environmental and geopolitical risks.

hoo joins hands with STAAH to offer hoteliers access to dynamic pricing and world-beating commissions

Megha Paul Feb 24, 2022

New Zealand-based technology company that specialises in innovative cloud-based solutions that simplify hospitality operations STAAH has partnered with UK-based hoo – an innovative new…

Technology

Yatra and Cleartrip join hands to offer wider hotel inventory

Megha Paul Feb 21, 2022

Yatra Online has partnered with Cleartrip, owned by the Flipkart Group (part of the Walmart Group) to offer the latter access to its inventory of 94,000 hotels and homestays in various kinds…

Investment Capital Raises opportunities – Emerging Markets OTA and Digital Asset Management for the Global Business Aviation Industry

Chris Head Feb 14, 2022

We have 2 new Investment Capital Raises for investors. Emerging Markets OTA and Digital Asset Management for the Global Business Aviation Industry. We introduce TSI Deal Listings building…

Andaman Tourism ropes in new travel partner to enhance bookings and boost online visibility

Megha Paul Feb 9, 2022

The Department of Tourism, Government of Andaman and Nicobar has appointed the hospitality-focused SaaS platform BookingJini as its travel partner

CWT taps in AI to forecast customer travel demand

Megha Paul Feb 4, 2022

CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform, and AI predictive analytics company ZYTLYN Technologies have embarked on a pilot initiative

Tourism

One Day Tourists Will Soon Be Charged 5 Euros Per day In Venice

Joe Cusmano Jan 13, 2022

To alleviate the island’s overcrowding, lawmakers in Venice have adopted new measures to see the city levying a fee on visitors this summer.

New airline Greater Bay gears up for first flight in 2022

Megha Paul Jan 7, 2022

Newly established and headquartered in Hong Kong, Greater Bay Airlines is taking the next step in its growth strategy after obtaining its AOC (Air Operator’s Certificate) in October last…

Vietnam’s Alma Resort to reopen doors

Megha Paul Jan 3, 2022

Eight months after Alma’s closure, prompted by COVID-19’s resurgence in Vietnam, the 30-hectare resort will reopen on January 15

Agoda unveils digital quarantine packages in Japan

Megha Paul Jan 3, 2022

Agoda has launched Japan Alternative Quarantine (Japan AQ) packages to offer greater options for Japanese citizens returning home for  holidays from 'high-risk' countries

Agoda launches digital quarantine packages in Japan to facilitate safe return for repatriates

Kristin Mariano Dec 28, 2021

Agoda has launched Japan Alternative Quarantine (Japan AQ) packages to offer greater options for Japanese citizens returning home for holidays from 'high-risk' countries as COVID-19…

Aviation industry must bake sustainability into its transformation

Kristin Mariano Dec 28, 2021

SITA examines the five critical travel technology trends emerging from the pandemic and set to transform the industry in 2022 and beyond and calls for sustainability to be baked into today's…

Hotelbeds unveils most powerful tool The Compass Pro

Megha Paul Dec 3, 2021

Hotelbeds has revealed most advanced tool to date, The Compass Pro, for API clients - a ground-breaking industry tool to help travel consultants tap into market trends and demand

Korea Tourism Organization launches “Come Play with Korea K-VIBE Festa”

Kristin Mariano Nov 25, 2021

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization have launched a new campaign 'Come Play with Korea, K-VIBE Festa' using the metaverse platform on an extended…

Tourism

Not only surviving but thriving: Discova’s resilience shines during the COVID crisis

Kristin Mariano Nov 17, 2021

Discova is a global DMC powerhouse covering the Americas and Asia and truly embodied its tagline “connecting people and places with a world of possibilities”.

Sabre introduces Retail Intelligence for airlines to grow revenue opportunities

Kristin Mariano Nov 9, 2021

Sabre has announced the release of the first two products in the company’s Retail Intelligence suite: Sabre Air Price IQ™ and Sabre Ancillary IQ™ for the dynamic pricing of…

Technology

Is your hotel ready for Apple’s Mail Privacy Protection?

Kristin Mariano Nov 8, 2021

It has been more than a month since the release of Apple’s iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8, and macOS Monterey with the new Mail Privacy Protection (MPP) feature, which strengthens Apple Mail’s…

On The Deck

From then to now! Embracing the hospitality and tech evolution

Megha Paul Nov 1, 2021

Kevin Tatem, managing director in South East Asia at STAAH reminisces about the good old days and talks about how innovation in technology and industry transformation has changed our…

Britain’s Liverpool John Lennon Airport gets first covid PCR testing lab

Megha Paul Sep 21, 2021

Leading British healthcare and testing company Salutaris People - which operates the rapid PCR testing services for airline passengers at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, in partnership with…

Kerala Tourism unveils new app for travellers

Megha Paul Sep 14, 2021

Kerala Tourism has brought out an application that encapsulates the beauty of ‘God’s Own Country’ and provide information on tourist destinations with a single click

Hospitality

STAAH partners with Google following announcement of free hotel listings to boost reach and direct bookings

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2021

Leading hospitality distribution specialist, STAAH has completed its integration with Google so that partner properties can now push rates and availability in real-time

Tourism

Streamlining booking process for tours, activities and attractions, the Livn way

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2021

Mark Rizzuto, CEO of Sydney-based technology platform Livn talks about the rapid changes taking place within this untapped vertical and how Livn is facilitating improvement in back-end…

Hospitality

OYO launches COVID-19 hotel partner bereavement support

Megha Paul Jul 27, 2021

OYO has announced ‘Samarthan by OYO’, which includes several welfare benefits for the families of hotel partners and home-owners, deceased due to COVID-19

Air

Travel agencies race to adopt breakthrough risk management solution for Covid-safe travel

Megha Paul Jul 14, 2021

As international borders gradually begin to reopen, the global travel industry is rapidly embracing breakthrough data solution that enables travel agents and corporations to help their…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways joins IATA’s turbulence aware platform

Joe Cusmano Jul 14, 2021

Qatar Airways and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Qatar Airways will become the first airline in the Middle East to join the IATA Turbulence Aware platform.…

Vaccination Updates

Australia’s vaccine passport could be on phones by December

Joe Cusmano Jul 13, 2021

Covid-19 vaccines could be administered at your local Bunnings under a suggestion raised at talks between the federal government and business leaders.

Eturbo News

Podcast: Monaco Oceanographic Museum

Steve Collins Jul 12, 2021

The Oceanographic Institute, Prince Albert I of Monaco Foundation was founded by Prince Albert I, a passionate and visionary seafarer. Recognised as serving the public interest by the French…

Air

Wizz Air unveils paperless flight deck

Megha Paul Jun 21, 2021

Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing airline, has announced the launch of its new Electronic Flight Bag (EFB), a technical solution that will replace all printed onboard manuals and materials…

Hospitality

How perfect channel manager can help you master online distribution and boost revenue

Megha Paul Jun 21, 2021

Hotels and accommodation providers are in dire need of a good channel manager as online travel bookings are firmly growing each year and are only bound to increase post-COVID

Technology

Groups360 Launches Direct Booking Solution for Groups with Omni Hotels & Resorts

Chris Head May 26, 2021

Groups360 today announced the launch of GroupSync Engage, the hospitality industry’s first integrated direct booking solution for groups, at Omni Hotels & Resorts.

Appointments

Vacaay welcomes Tristan Freedman as regional director North America

Kristin Mariano May 10, 2021

Australian-owned travel tech platform, Vacaay, has added industry stalwart Tristan Freedman to its team as Regional Director as the company continues to grow its global presence.

Interviews

Revenue rebound, the Groups360 way: This platform is helping hotels on journey to post-pandemic recovery

Megha Paul May 7, 2021

Kemp Gallineau, president and CEO of Groups360, talks about why hoteliers need tools to simplify and automate their processes, now more than ever

Technology

Duty of care at forefront of new travel risk management platform

Kristin Mariano May 6, 2021

With duty of care firmly front of mind for business travel managers planning post-pandemic travel, a new platform gives them the latest information and tools they need to respond to the…

Vaccination Updates

Europe’s drug agency starts review of Chinese vaccine

Kristin Mariano May 5, 2021

Europe’s drug regulator, European Medicines Agency (EMA), said that it has started the review of the vaccine from Chinese manufacturer Sinovac based on preliminary results from animal and…

Technology

Visit Maldives unveils virtual event management platform

Megha Paul Apr 23, 2021

Visit Maldives has launched its first virtual event management platform called ‘My Virtual Maldives’

Air

Tripset: Airbus unveils Covid-travel companion app

Megha Paul Mar 30, 2021

Airbus has launched a travel companion app called Tripset. The application aggregates and provides flight and travel information to ease and restore passenger’s trust in their end-to-end…

OTAs & Tour Operators

FCM signals game-changing tech offering with bold new brand identity launch

Megha Paul Mar 10, 2021

FCM has made it a priority to address customers’ pain points and their travel programmes by investing in new technology, rapid implementation, enhanced account management and sustainable and…

Vaccination Updates

Should vaccinated people be allowed to travel freely?

Joe Cusmano Mar 2, 2021

Some countries have considered opening their borders to tourists who have been vaccinated.

Technology

Tripadvisor launches live sentiment dashboard to support global tourism recovery

Kristin Mariano Feb 26, 2021

Tripadvisor has announced the arrival of a live data intelligence dashboard available to destination marketing organisations (DMOs), powered by Tourism Sentiment Index.

Airlines and Aviation

ANA tests driverless bus in Haneda

Kristin Mariano Feb 4, 2021

All Nippon Airways (ANA) is holding a series of tests for a prototype driverless bus at Tokyo Haneda Airport.

Technology

Sydney to Use Drones for Monitoring Beaches and Parks

Joe Cusmano Feb 3, 2021

Surf Life Saving New South Wales has decided to use drones to monitor all beaches across Sydney in order to ensure that people are following COVID-19 guidelines.

Guest Column

Last Minute Bookings – What does Changing Guest Behaviour Mean for Hoteliers in 2021 and Beyond?

Wan Qing Chin Jan 5, 2021

The pandemic that decimated most of the travel sector during 2020 seems to also have had an impact on travellers’ booking behaviour.

Guest Column

Achieve competitive advantage with Hotel API

Kunal Kasliwal Dec 9, 2020

Various Travel Agencies and businesses collect a tremendous amount of data from their niche websites. Not only do they understand that to gain an edge in the market they must access their…

70% of travellers plan to fly internationally within next six months, reveals OAG report

Megha Paul Oct 8, 2020

OAG has released The COVID-19 Recovery: Getting Passengers Back on Board, a new report on traveller confidence which shows most consumers are open to air travel

New Zealand’s passport most powerful in the world, knocks off Japan from top position

Megha Paul Oct 7, 2020

As per the recent global rankings, New Zealand passport is now the most powerful in the world

Features

Electric aircraft taxi system

Malcolm Ginsberg Oct 6, 2020

WheelTug has debuted its innovative electric aircraft taxi system with a demonstration, held at Memphis International Airport, and Zoomed all over the world reports London based Malcolm…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Can safety and sustainability go hand-in-hand?

Kristin Mariano Sep 25, 2020

Skyscanner’s New World of Travel report has revealed that sustainable travel concerns are no longer on top of mind for many travellers.

Tourism Boards

Abu Dhabi partners with Tripadvisor in new campaign to drive traveller inspiration

Kristin Mariano Sep 16, 2020

Tripadvisor has launched Tripadvisor Navigator, a proprietary first-party data platform delivering audience targeting, insights, and performance reporting.

Thailand’s reopening “Phuket model” meets resistance and doubts from stakeholders

Kristin Mariano Sep 1, 2020

Thailand’s reopening dubbed as the “Phuket model” was proposed by the Thai government to kick off in October as its first step in reopening its borders.

Global

4 reasons ‘flexibility’ is critical for APAC airline recovery

Alastair Newport Aug 27, 2020

From tsunamis to ash clouds, travel has seen its share of setbacks over the past few years. COVID-19 is an altogether challenge. APAC airline recovery...

Technology

Doing more with less – The essentiality of automated revenue management

Kristin Mariano Aug 13, 2020

Hotels are heading into budget season at a difficult time for the industry. The pandemic-driven downturn has slashed revenues and imposed significant financial pain, forcing many hotels to…

Bloggers

Social Media Marketing for Hotels: The Top 6 Platforms to Know

Jenn Zajac Aug 13, 2020

As more of the world gets online, global social media use continues to rise every year. In fact, the latest stats say a staggering 3.8 billion people around the world are active on social…

Bloggers

4 Technologies the Travel Industry Should Embrace Right Now

Jessop Petroski Aug 11, 2020

If our ability to physically visit places has ceased, what stops our minds from experiencing the places we love? This has been my burning question since March 2020. I was reminded of this…

Fundamental differences in Chinese online behaviours (Travel industry focused)

Anita Chan Jul 29, 2020

More than two years ago, I wrote the article “Major Misconceptions about getting Direct Hotel Bookings from China”. (https://www.4hoteliers.com/features/article/11092) After me publishing…

Staycation online bookings rise to 127% as non-essential travel resumes

Kristin Mariano Jul 21, 2020

Staycation providers see a huge jump on online bookings as UK relaxes non-essential travel rules.

8 Israeli technologies that will help us travel again

Kristin Mariano Jul 14, 2020

When the global Coronavirus crisis broke out, many Israelis came together to think of technological solutions to fight the virus and restore life to normal.

WTTC to host unique Global Science Summit on Covid-19

Megha Paul Jul 7, 2020

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) will host a new event to examine the scientific evidence that can be used to inform practical solutions for mitigating and living with…

Bloggers

Three Factors Affecting How Chinese Travelers Choose Destination after Pandemic

Travel Link Daily TLD Jul 3, 2020

The outbreak of Covid-19 has greatly changed Chinese travellers’ mentality. After the pandemic, some factors will affect how Chinese travellers choose their holiday destination in a more…

Hola Bedsy! Hotelbeds innovates customer service experience with new chatbot

Megha Paul Jun 26, 2020

Hotelbeds, the world’s leading bedbank, has announced the launch of a chatbot feature called Bedsy that will be available to Hotelbeds and Bedsonline clients. This news follows the…

IATA launches interactive travel regulations world map

Alastair Newport Jun 12, 2020

IATA (International Air Transport Association) has introduced a free online interactive world map to provide travellers with the latest COVID-19 entry regulations by country. The map…

Algarve in Portugal prepares to open beaches on 6 June

Megha Paul Jun 2, 2020

The Algarve region of Portugal, renowned for its 200 kilometres of coastline, is preparing to open its beaches for tourists on 6 June 2020, as flights resume to the region’s…

Global

IATA: “A vibrant and competitive global aviation sector will drive the economic recovery”

Alastair Newport Jun 2, 2020

IATA has urged governments to quickly implement the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO’s) global guidelines for restoring air connectivity.  Today, the ICAO Council…

Hotels

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts collaborates with Johns Hopkins Medicine International to ensure health and safety

Kristin Mariano May 20, 2020

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has entered into a collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International to validate its new global health and safety program, Lead With Care, and provide…

andBeyond launches live safari drives that brings the Big Five in your living room

Kristin Mariano Apr 2, 2020

With chances to spot the Big Five in real-time, viewers will be able to join up to two live safaris a day, each of which will last approximately three hours and will be able to interact with…

Global

Aurora Expeditions unveils dedicated portal for UK trade

Megha Paul Mar 4, 2020

Aurora Expeditions has introduced its new dedicated UK website and live booking portal. The live booking platform now quotes rates in GBP for the European and Arctic programme.…

Travelport’s hattrick heroes

Alastair Newport Mar 4, 2020

UK based travel tech firm Travelport has announced three new deals with airlines in the Asia Pacific region. The hattrick of multiyear agreements with Fly Corporate (Australia), Fly…

Bloggers

Technology Transforming the Travel Industry

Valerie Lalonde Feb 24, 2020

The travel and leisure industry is undergoing a major evolution with personalisation. Travellers’ experiences can now be deeply customisable at every stage, from research and booking to…

ANA heralds in digital decade by announcing cargo distribution partnership

Megha Paul Feb 20, 2020

All Nippon Airways, Japan’s largest airline, heralds in the new decade by joining leading online platform cargo.one to offer its cargo customers e-booking capabilities. Furthermore, the…

Hospitality

Customer loyalty and keeping up with ever-evolving customer expectations 

Alastair Newport Feb 17, 2020

Loyalty programmes have steadily been opening up to a wider audience, but many brands are taking steps that are simply derivatives of traditional loyalty schemes rather than…

easyJet targets diversified traveller growth

Megha Paul Feb 3, 2020

easyJet has announced the renewal of its long-standing content partnership with Travelport. Travel agencies around the world will continue to benefit from real-time access to the…

Western Australia sees good summer but fears challenges ahead

Megha Paul Jan 31, 2020

The Western Australia (WA) tourism industry is experiencing its best summer season ever, with an industry survey revealing business activity has grown by 5%. The Tourism Pulse quarterly…

5 things travellers should do in the midst of coronavirus outbreak

Kristin Mariano Jan 27, 2020

The 2019-nCoV coronavirus is the biggest threat in the travel industry affecting various sectors such as transportation, aviation, tourism and attractions and tours. The fear of the…

Delta unveils innovative solution for pet travel

Megha Paul Jan 24, 2020

Delta is ushering in a new best-in-class travel experience for pets and their owners with the exclusive launch of CarePod. The introduction of this state-of-the-art pet travel carrier,…

Technology

Booking.com debuts digital guide for cities CityBook

Kristin Mariano Jan 17, 2020

Booking.com is committed to making it easier for everyone to navigate and experience the world with its new product Citybook. It is a responsive digital guide for cities that seamlessly…

Technology

Egencia’s predictions for 2020 business travel trends

Kristin Mariano Jan 10, 2020

With the start of a new year and a new decade, it is time to reflect on how the business travel industry is changing and think about what we can expect to see in 2020.

Features

Top 10 travel tech trends for 2020

Alastair Newport Jan 9, 2020

With more than a week of 2020 already behind now is the perfect time to peel back the veil of perception and peer into future -- of what is the most sci-fi sounding date you will ever…

Global

Leading the mobility revolution: TD speaks to Keith Rankin, president – international, at Avis Budget Group

Alastair Newport Jan 8, 2020

Back in September last year, Avis Budget Group appointed Keith Rankin as its new President – International. This is the second time the dynamic executive has worked for Avis, who joined the…

How technology can create a frictionless online travel experience

Alastair Newport Dec 23, 2019

Technology has not just transformed the booking process for travellers – it has influenced the entire trip and changed the way travel businesses connect with consumers, creating an ‘always…

My Metro Manila app allows you to explore every nook and cranny of the Philippines’ capital

Kristin Mariano Dec 20, 2019

My Metro Manila app makes the capital a more tourist-friendly metropolis by providing comfort, convenience, and information available to every traveller.

Transport

Singapore to lead mobility revolution

Kristin Mariano Dec 16, 2019

Singapore is leading the mobility revolution globally as it takes the cake in the first Urban Mobility Readiness Index: How Cities Rank on Mobility Ecosystem Development by Oliver Wyman…

Hotelbeds partners with RateGain to fight ‘rate integrity abuse’

Tian Tolentino Dec 13, 2019

Spain-based bedbank Hotelbeds has reported the launch of a partnership with RateGain, a provider of hospitality and travel technology solutions.

Bloggers

Smart Hospitality: 7 ways technologies are reshaping your business

DDI Development Dec 11, 2019

Smart Hospitality: 7 Ways Technologies Are Reshaping Your Business Everything becomes smart nowadays: phones, watches, TV sets, refrigerators, houses, etc. In addition to that,…

Bloggers

How to drive active engagement between travel brands and traveling customers in 2020 (and beyond)

Bruce Lahood Dec 11, 2019

Consumer-facing businesses around the world are all looking to seek out, attract and nurture the largest catchment of high-value customers that they possibly can. While brand loyalists…

Technology

Reduce your carbon footprint with Egencia’s Carbon Emissions Workspace

Kristin Mariano Dec 10, 2019

Business travel management Egencia has announced a self-service Carbon Emissions Workspace with Dashboards for Air and Hotels that is now available to customers through Egencia Analytics…

May the best ideas win: It’s time to break down silos to create better journeys

Alastair Newport Dec 6, 2019

Remember when online shopping still made us nervous? When online dating seemed outlandish at best and dangerous at worse? Or how normal it was to walk to a rental store to watch a movie?…

Technology

Travel tech this week: The first airline ticket on the blockchain and more

Kristin Mariano Nov 28, 2019

This week in the travel tech industry, the first airline ticket through a blockchain has been issued. TripAdvisor has launched self-service advertising and Amadeus for Developers offers…

Interviews

Red Elephant Reps: “A one-stop-shop for representation services”

Tian Tolentino Nov 21, 2019

In this exclusive interview, Ian Paul Woods, group business development director at Red Elephant Reps, shares with us the story behind the hotel representation company, its global network of…

Technology

Is Uber copying Grab, Go-Jek?

Kristin Mariano Nov 18, 2019

Uber may have created the concept of ride-hailing, but it seems that it is trailing behind its Asian counterparts when it comes to growth. In recent months, Uber has been mirroring the…

Technology

5 true stories on how hotels increase revenue by using this service

Kristin Mariano Nov 14, 2019

If there is one thing that is constantly in the minds of hoteliers, it is how to increase hotel revenue to keep the business going. To overcome this challenge, hoteliers need to think of…

“Seamless integration”: Vietnam Airlines deepens bonds with travel tech firm

Alastair Newport Nov 12, 2019

Aviation tech specialists Sabre announced a deeper phase of collaboration with established and long-serving partner Vietnam Airlines, with the two companies signing a new…

Technology

Travel tech this week: DiDi, Rapido, and WeTravel launch new services

Kristin Mariano Nov 7, 2019

DiDi Chuxing is launching its food delivery in Mexico City, while Bangalore-based Rapido is expanding in New Delhi by offering free rides.

Hassle-free upgrade with new TAP Air app

Megha Paul Oct 30, 2019

The latest innovation from TAP Air Portugal means it’s now even easier for passengers to secure an upgrade to business class. As of this month, customers can now bid for an upgrade 24…

The importance of online guest engagement

Alastair Newport Oct 30, 2019

OTAs provide consumers with a one-stop-shop for travel, offering a variety of accommodation options in one place, whilst putting valuable information at their fingertips. Guest engagement…

BA becomes first international airline to serve new Beijing Daxing

Megha Paul Oct 29, 2019

British Airways (BA) became the first international carrier to operate into state-of-the-art Beijing Daxing airport which covers 18 square miles of land since it opened last month. The…

Duffel to unveil travel booking platform

Megha Paul Oct 28, 2019

Duffel, the British travel tech company, has raised USD 30 million from investors to launch its innovative new booking platform with some of the world’s biggest airlines, including…

AirAsia enhances mobile app

Megha Paul Oct 24, 2019

AirAsia has announced all-new enhancements to its mobile app for Android and iOS, including innovative new features to enhance guest experience. Using a guest-centric approach to support…

Technology key to seamless travel

Megha Paul Oct 18, 2019

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments and industry to work together to make the best use of modern technology to put the passenger at the centre of the…

Technology

This software allows travel agencies to manage revenue from back-end incentives

Alastair Newport Oct 11, 2019

When it comes to the profitability of any travel agency, the efficient monitoring of what money is coming in and what is going out, is a vital part of the business. But the complex terms of…

Travel Agents

Avian: How a startup is making life better for travel agents all around the world

Alastair Newport Sep 30, 2019

Challenged with the self-appointed task of revolutionising the way commission and incentives are managed by airlines and travel agents (TAs); Avian is a startup on a mission to drag the…

Click and chill: AirAsia’s inflight wifi just got faster

Megha Paul Sep 26, 2019

AirAsia is upgrading its AirAsia WiFi service, powered by ROKKI, to provide high-speed inflight connectivity to guests. Six aircraft operated by AirAsia Malaysia and two aircraft…

Technology

How to increase hotel bookings and revenue without trying too hard

Kristin Mariano Sep 25, 2019

Hoteliers are constantly worried on how to increase hotel bookings and revenue to keep business afloat. It is a huge challenge when you are also hands-on with the day-to-day operations of…

Etihad tests self-drive wheelchairs at Abu Dhabi Airport

Megha Paul Sep 17, 2019

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates has launched an innovative trial of autonomous wheelchairs at Abu Dhabi International Airport, in advance of its move to…

How airlines can take customer loyalty to new heights

Alastair Newport Sep 16, 2019

Loyalty programs have served airlines well for decades. But new technology and a new generation of travellers are changing the rules. Young people have the means and desire to travel…

The lifecycle of hotel revenue management

Kristin Mariano Sep 11, 2019

Read on to discover how advanced pricing and forecasting systems can assist with critical business decisions at each key stage of development.

eRevMax partners with Greek booking engine expert BookOnlineNow

Megha Paul Sep 10, 2019

eRevMax has completed a two-way integration with Greece-based internet booking engine BookOnlineNow. Hotels using eRevMax connectivity solutions can leverage this interface to make…

MICE

MICE industry to grow 8% in 2020 despite predictions of economic doom & gloom

Alastair Newport Sep 10, 2019

CWT's MICE focused wing, CWT M&E, has revealed that the USD840 billion industry is all set for an 8% spike in growth during 2020. The news comes 2020 Future Trends Report, published…

Old City of Jerusalem now more accessible

Megha Paul Sep 9, 2019

The Old City of Jerusalem has become more accessible for both wheelchair users and the visually impaired, thanks to improved infrastructure and audio apps to help residents and visitors…

A.I. It’s Donald From Skye! The world’s first tourist chatbot is here

Megha Paul Aug 29, 2019

The Isle of Skye has become the first region to offer an artificial intelligence information service for tourists. The creator of Donald from Skye has officially launched the tourist…

Startups

Grab, WhiteCoat team up for digital healthcare delivery in Singapore

Kristin Mariano Aug 27, 2019

Singapore’s digital healthcare provider WhiteCoat has partnered with Grab to enhance its medication delivery services via GrabExpress, the on-demand, door-to-door courier and parcel delivery…

Four Seasons invests in “thoughtful technology” with trip planning app

Tian Tolentino Aug 26, 2019

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has refreshed its app and introduced a new trip planning itinerary feature to enable guests to seamlessly plan their travel. 

Air

“Ease and speed of travel will become major differentiators”: The smart future of Thailand’s travel industry

Alastair Newport Aug 22, 2019

Airline and travel tech firm Amadeus, in partnership with Thailand’s Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) and the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), announced the release of a…

Technology

Travel tech this week: Free food on trains when you book with EaseMyTrip

Kristin Mariano Aug 22, 2019

Eating while riding a train is a unique experience that one should not miss out on. In order to elevate customers’ experience, EaseMyTrip is offering free food when users book. Meanwhile,…

Technology

Musafir.com unveils new corporate travel booking tool

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Musafir.com has unveiled a state-of-the-art corporate booking tool designed to streamline the relationship between the travel website and its corporate clients. The region’s sole…

Thomas Cook introduces visa home collection service

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

Thomas Cook India has launched home collection services for its visa business, in a focussed initiative to empower customers with a two-pronged benefit of convenience and safety. This is…

Why is being seen as a travel expert so important to Gen-Y?

Alastair Newport Aug 12, 2019

In the last part of my interview with Hilton’s senior director of customer engagement, loyalty and partnerships in Asia Pacific, about the brand’s recent study into the travel motivations of…

Technology

Traxo and DVI to bring enhanced data insights to corporate travel spend

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2019

Travel data aggregator and itinerary intelligence company Traxo and DVI, data visualisation solution provider for corporate travel management, announced a partnership to integrate…

Technology

Travel tech this week: When the ‘cheapest’ route may not always be ‘best value’

Kristin Mariano Aug 1, 2019

This week, the tech industry showcases a software making it easier for short-term rentals to secure their properties. Also, a technology that enables travellers to find the best value routes…

Air

China’s VariFlight poised for global expansion, partners with Amadeus

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Travellers in China are used to frequent flight delays, leaving holidaymakers with disrupted itineraries and business travellers missing appointments with customers. Putting an end to…

Hospitality

eRevMax makes inroads in Bahrain with Hani Group

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Hani Group, an upscale hotel chain in Bahrain has selected eRevMax to improve online sales with efficient rate and availability management. All three properties of the group are using…

Technology

Travel tech this week: Travellers favour alternative payments and more

Kristin Mariano Jul 25, 2019

This week, the rise of alternative payments is seen in many parts of Europe and Asia. This trend has a significant on travel as we may see a revolution on how we pay for goods and services.

Air

Traxo and easyJet make it easier to track business travel bookings

Megha Paul Jul 24, 2019

Dallas-based travel data aggregator and itinerary intelligence firm Traxo, has announced a new partnership with Europe’s airline easyJet. With employees often booking flights directly on…

Interviews

“It’s never too late”: Inside the mind of a hotel concierge

Tian Tolentino Jul 22, 2019

In this exclusive interview with Massimo Delnegro, guest experience agent at Four Seasons Hotel Milano, we talk about time and its potential to create lasting memories.

Technology

Travel tech this week: The best travel brand, tickets for space and more

Kristin Mariano Jul 18, 2019

This week in the travel tech sector, TUI is hailed by independent consumers as the best travel brand trumping rivals Thomas Cook and Booking.com. Meanwhile, this could be your chance to go…

Interviews

Hôtel des Arts Saigon GM: “People now want to have virtual companions”

Tian Tolentino Jul 16, 2019

We’ve gained insights from GM Carl Gagnon about Hôtel des Arts Saigon's new mobile app and the future of hospitality with AR.

Technology

Travel tech this week: Cvent, Expedia upgrades and Amadeus’ new partnership

Kristin Mariano Jul 11, 2019

This week in the travel sector, we saw upgrades from Cvent and Expedia’s functionalities. Moreover, Amadeus strengthens partnership with business travel firm focused on humanitarian, faith…

Hospitality

To automate or not to automate, that is the question

Tian Tolentino Jul 10, 2019

In an industry where personal touches matter a great deal, we are treading a fine line between innovation and over-kill.

Technology

“Travel technology has moved on and so have Muslim travellers”

Alastair Newport Jul 8, 2019

The world received its first dynamic booking engine, aimed squarely at the Muslim travel market, with the launch of Rihaala.com today. Discussing the unveiling of the new online travel…

Global

Car rental APIs: Integrations with GDSs, OTAs and tech providers

Altexsoft Team Jun 26, 2019

This article was originally published as a blog post by AltexSoft. It is published here with permission. Exploring foreign places in a rental car offers multiple perks: You can get far…

Air

Viking tales: Finnair unveils digital travel service to entice travellers

Megha Paul Jun 21, 2019

Finnair has launched a new online service, branded Now/here, that brings Finnish, and later even Nordic, travel experiences easily accessible to international travellers. The service…

Hotels

‘Future-gazing’: Welcome to the hotel of 2119

Tian Tolentino Jun 19, 2019

In celebration of its 100th anniversary, Hilton predicts the future trends set to dominate the travel and hospitality industry in the next 100 years.

Hotels

How simple ‘tracking technology’ solves hotel problems at scale

Tian Tolentino Jun 18, 2019

Guest engagement solutions provider SONIFI Solutions has partnered with TraknProtect to offer the company's real-time location technology to hotels.

Tourism

Brits pay the most traffic tickets in Italy

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2019

According to data collected by PayTicket, British tourists receive the highest of traffic tickets in Italy and the Netherlands. The report revealed that 88% of traffic tickets are issued…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

‘Bee hotels’ are the latest buzz for over 2 million honeybees

Tian Tolentino Jun 17, 2019

Over two million well-travelled honeybees are now staying at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts around the world as part of its Bee Sustainable program.

Technology

Travel tech this week: New travel tech launches

Kristin Mariano Jun 13, 2019

This week, three new players enter the travel tech field and will battle it out in the space with the old timers.

Startups

BookMeBus wants an ecosystem around transportations

Kristin Mariano Jun 10, 2019

Buses are the preferred form of inter-provincial transportation in Cambodia. The same can be said for most countries in Southeast Asia. Backed with his decade of experience in the ICT…

Hotels

BHMA pairs with Travel Prologue to improve partnership with offline partners

Kristin Mariano Jun 3, 2019

BHMA Hotels and Resorts has signed an agreement with Travel Prologue, a B2B white label travel portal solution provider, to deliver live room rates and inventory to traditionally offline…

Global

Nearly two thirds of football fans considered driving to Madrid or Baku for European cup finals

Simon Willmore May 29, 2019

Ahead of UEFA’s Europa and Champions League finals, research from navigation app Waze has found that, even with the travel chaos and lengthy trips involved, over half (56%) of the…

Flight booking APIs: GDSs, specialised data providers, OTAs, and metasearch engines

Altexsoft Team May 23, 2019

This article was originally published as a blog post by AltexSoft. It is published here with permission. IATA’s recent passenger survey reports reveal interesting data about traveler…

Technology

Travel tech this week: Mother’s Day with EaseMyTrip, Uber empowers Saudi women and more

Kristin Mariano May 9, 2019

This week on the travel tech sector, Avis recently launched a new campaign and Uber’s recent partnership aims to empower Saudi women. Here are the travel tech stories for this week.

Hotels

Emaar Hospitality launches fully-integrated mobile app

Tian Tolentino May 9, 2019

Dubai's homegrown Emaar Hospitality Group has launched a fully-integrated mobile app that covers all of its hotel, hospitality and leisure experiences.

Technology

Travel tech this week: DXB Entertainments new B2B platform and more

Kristin Mariano May 2, 2019

This week, travel booking sites eSky and DXB Entertainments moved forward with their businesses. Meanwhile, UDrive and Rentals United received millions of funding.

Hospitality

The future of hospitality: Room types, tech and achieving cult status

Tian Tolentino Apr 30, 2019

Amadeus and IHG have collaborated to explore changes we can expect as guest insight, tech optimisation and the ability to hyper-personalise take effect.

Technology

Travel tech this week: Tinder for boat owners and more

Kristin Mariano Apr 25, 2019

This week in the world of travel tech, we saw airlines partner with tech companies to improve their service and revenue. Moreover, another app is out in the market that connects boat owners…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Flight Centre becomes largest shareholder in The Upside Travel Company

Kristin Mariano Apr 12, 2019

Flight Centre Group continues to strengthen its corporate travel business, as it announces a strategic investment in The Upside Travel Company ("Upside"), the corporate travel company…

Airlines and Aviation

How NTUC Income “reimagined” travel insurance

Alastair Newport Mar 29, 2019

Travel insurance firm NTUC Income, has come up with a new way of making sure travellers are protected against the seemingly random and unpredictable nature of airline’s tickets prices, which…

Global

Gatwick Airport to trial valet parking robots

Tian Tolentino Mar 27, 2019

Gatwick has signed a framework contract with Stanley Robotics and it will be the first UK airport to trial robots that valet park passengers’ cars. The trial will run from the second…

Technology

Travel tech this week: New partnerships for friendlier travel

Kristin Mariano Mar 21, 2019

This week, we saw several companies inked agreements to make it easier for travellers to avail a service.

Global

Expedia moves to digitise Thailand’s offline second-city hoteliers

Alastair Newport Mar 14, 2019

Expedia has announced two new products now available for its partner facing portal, Partner Central.

Global

Travel tech this week: AirAsia’s AVA, CashlessSentosa, and more

Kristin Mariano Jan 31, 2019

This week, we saw how companies made use of technology to improve their services, making it convenient for their customers. AirAsia introduced its AI chatbot and Triptease announced…

Startups

CoRover shows how to travel solo but not alone

Kristin Mariano Jan 25, 2019

Solo travellers face risks for they are alone during the trip, especially at the time of emergencies.

Cruise

Cruise news: Largest monopoly, solar catamarans and more

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jan 24, 2019

From half a million dollar investment upgrades to the largest monopoly in the world at sea the cruise world has been quite dynamic this week. Read up and catch up on all the action. 

Global

Klook and CoopCulture’s “big step” towards digitising Italy

Alastair Newport Jan 15, 2019

Travel activities, services and tour booking platform Klook, has announced its brand new global partnership with CoopCulture, an official national tour operator in Italy.

HR & Careers

“Culture is the key” says Amadeus’ HR mandarin

Alastair Newport Jan 14, 2019

With employees always on the lookout for new opportunities to develop their life experiences as much as their career, the responsibility of human resources to find, develop and retain a…

Tourism

Social media continues to influence the way we travel: Cox & Kings

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jan 2, 2019

Peter Kerkar, Group CEO, Cox & Kings shares his views on trends that are set to define travel in 2019.

Global

Hotel channel managers: Key providers and how to choose one

Altexsoft Team Dec 30, 2018

In one Hotel Hell episode, lodge guests had to search for a front desk employee by themselves. Eventually, a bartender checked them in with a pen and notebook… 

Hotels

Hotel revenue management: Solutions, best practices and revenue managers’ roles

Altexsoft Team Dec 24, 2018

Hotel revenue management, the facets that shape it, and the most effective revenue-increasing strategies.

Technology

Virgin Holidays harnesses the power of social media with Trending Travel Guide

Tian Tolentino Dec 20, 2018

Virgin Holidays has launched the Trending Travel Guide – a digital platform that updates daily to give real-time holiday recommendations.

Technology

Latest travel tech: Hotelchamp’s Autopilot, B Infinite loyalty program, and more

Kristin Mariano Dec 13, 2018

It has been an interesting week in travel with Hotelchamp putting direct bookings on autopilot and well-known brand Best Western’s new website for hotel developers and owners.

Airlines and Aviation

Singapore Airlines uses real time data feedback to take control

Alastair Newport Dec 11, 2018

Singapore Airlines (SIA) launched its brand new operations management system today.

Technology

“Better tech, faster speeds and new revenue streams”: The future of inflight connectivity

Alastair Newport Dec 11, 2018

The future passenger experience will be complemented by better tech, faster speeds and new revenue streams for airlines, writes Ben Griffin, Inmarsat's vice president for aviation in the MEA…

Technology

Pausing but not giving up: Spacebase CEO on recalibrating your business

Kristin Mariano Nov 19, 2018

Unproductive and uncreative are how Spacebase co-founder and CEO Julian Jost described the conventional board meeting culture. Working as a strategy consultant for years, Julian has…

Hospitality

Direct Booking Summit: “China is the Wild West of hotel distribution”

Tian Tolentino Nov 13, 2018

Ahead of the Direct Booking Summit in Singapore next February, Triptease has spoken with Chetan Patel, VP for strategic marketing & e-commerce at ONYX Hospitality Group.

Travel agency software: Choosing tools for booking, accounting, marketing, and tour building

Altexsoft Team Nov 2, 2018

This article was originally published as a blog post by AltexSoft. It is published here with permission. Despite the recent charge toward using OTAs, a recent study showed that offline…

Hotels

“We have Satoshi to thank”, says founder of KeyoCoin

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Nov 1, 2018

So what can the travel industry realistically hope to gain from blockchain technology in the decade to come? Matt Baer, founder and CEO of KeyoCoin, the universal travel rewards platform…

Hospitality

Hotelbeds hooks up with Millennium Hotels to access 1.4 million room nights

Alastair Newport Oct 31, 2018

Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) and Hotelbeds, have announced their new partnership to boost MHR’s distribution with access to the bedbank’s global network.

Hotels

IHG enhances online search for MICE spaces worldwide

Tian Tolentino Oct 23, 2018

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has collaborated with Social Tables to launch the company’s new groups and meetings digital experience.

Airlines and Aviation

Keeping up with the times: Etihad cargo goes fully digital

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Oct 17, 2018

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, fully migrated to “SPRINT”, an IBS iCargo fully integrated technology platform offering the digital answer to its evolving cargo…

Technology

How tech can solve your hospitality HR problems

Adrian Tan Oct 16, 2018

By Adrian Tan, co-founder of The Resource Group.

Technology

How Virgin Holidays leveraged online management for higher visibility

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Oct 15, 2018

Virgin Holidays have significantly increased its online visibility, with a 117% increase in Google views, 73% increase in clicks, and 74% increase in calls. We find out how.

Technology

eDreams ODIGEO AR app lets you check luggage size

Kristin Mariano Oct 4, 2018

Europe’s largest online travel company eDreams ODIGEO has launched a new augmented reality function across its mobile apps which allows travellers to quickly scan their hand luggage to…

Hotels

Performance-enhancing AI and data science in hospitality

Altexsoft Team Sep 20, 2018

One hotel provides facial recognition check-in and a chatbot that answers your questions in a couple of seconds, while the latter has only comfortable rooms to offer. What hotel would you…

Hospitality

Bellevue Hotels and Resorts promotes RateTiger to manage online sales

Tian Tolentino Sep 13, 2018

The Philippine-based hotel chain, Bellevue Hotels and Resorts, has recommended RateTiger for centralising online distribution.

Podcasts

“Doing away with the yearly appraisals that nobody likes”: HR tech in 2018

Brett Henry Sep 7, 2018

I spoke to Adrian Tan, the cofounder of The Resource Group, about how HR technology will disrupt the industry in the years to come and how HR departments will operate in the future.

HR & Careers

Bourne Leisure launches apprenticeship with fully-funded degree and guaranteed career

Tian Tolentino Sep 7, 2018

UK-based holiday provider, Bourne Leisure, has announced a new initiative that offers industry professionals a fully-funded degree course including a salaried role and a guaranteed career…

Road

Safety: Ride-hailing services’ major blackhole

Kristin Mariano Sep 6, 2018

Chinese ride-hailing app Didi Chuxing suffered a major setback when Delete Didi movement spread across China following the murder of a passenger by one of its drivers.

Technology

Hotelbeds and SIA announce holiday packaging partnership

Tian Tolentino Sep 6, 2018

Hotelbeds Group and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have come together to form a holiday packaging partnership, offering bundled flights and hotel accommodation solutions to SIA’s customers.

Airlines and Aviation

China Eastern unveils new flight management tech at STX Singapore 2018

Alastair Newport Aug 28, 2018

Kicking off proceedings with a bang, Sabre Corporation began the first day of its STX conference at the Sands Marina Hotel in Singapore with a joint press conference with China Eastern…

Technology

“Travelling has never been as hassle-free” says Klook COO, after highest-ever funding round

Kristin Mariano Aug 21, 2018

After closing USD 200 million Series D funding, Klook has become the most-funded company in the tours and activities sector. The new unicorn company now has the ammunition to expand…

Corporate & Business

LateRooms.com partners with Diners Club to launch payment solution

Tian Tolentino Aug 20, 2018

Customers can benefit from 52 days interest-free credit on bookings, real-time spend tracking and monthly reporting.

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

SiteMinder to sponsor charity golf event in Bangkok

Tian Tolentino Aug 8, 2018

Fore Management Group and Asean Events has announced that cloud solutions provider, SiteMinder, will be the title sponsor of the 2018 Bangkok Hospitality Challenge, a charity golf event.

Travel Agents

Is data personalisation simply to improve the human touch?

Kristin Mariano Aug 6, 2018

Personalisation is the winning ingredient in travel and we have been seeing signs of it creep into more mainstream experiences. Whoever owns the traveller’s journey from end-to-end will win.

UK

New app to make flying to and from Newcastle Airport stress-free

Kristin Mariano Aug 3, 2018

Great news for frequent flyers to and from Newcastle Airport as Shout Digital partnered with the airport to develop the new official mobile app, NCL Airport, that eases the stress that…

China

Tujia’s new partnership to cut “disputed orders by at least 90%”

Alastair Newport Jul 23, 2018

Following news that Tujia, pioneers of the Chinese homestay market, had raised a whopping USD 300 million following the booking platform’s successful round of E funding last year, the…

Hotels

Indian budget hotel IndiSmart endorses RateTiger for online distribution

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jul 22, 2018

Kolkata-based IndiSmart Hotel has endorsed RateTiger for simplifying online distribution. The property has been using eRevMax’s cloud-based Channel Manager and Shopper for managing their…

Hotels

Artificial intelligence in hospitality – friend or foe?

Kristin Mariano Jul 20, 2018

Hotels and travel management companies are increasingly using AI to carry out customer service tasks, which are important in managing bookings and service.

Technology

How self-service and automation will redefine corporate travel management

Altexsoft Team Jul 18, 2018

Travel management companies (TMCs), already providing road warriors with both travel-agent assistance and software solutions, are now starting to focus on the automation. This strategy…

Tourism

Vroom through Europe with new luxury car rental

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jul 12, 2018

From a Ferrari 488 GTB sports car to a Mercedes-Benz Class C convertible, new luxury car hire service, Vroomerz, offers customers the widest selection of luxury cars across Europe, real-time…

Hospitality

“The way online travel worked was broken” says Triptease founder

Alastair Newport Jul 9, 2018

Triptease bags a further USD 4 million on top of their original contributions from BGF and Notion Capital contributed. Now, with their total investment standing at USD 13 million, Charlie…

Hospitality

Upgrading.cc platform to boost hospitality upselling routines

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jul 3, 2018

Upgrading.cc gives travellers the ability to secure their desired hotel upgrades prior to arrival, and on their own terms allowing hotel and service apartment partners an opportunity to…

Entrepreneurs

Project Deepblu dives into adventure travel

Simon Willmore Jun 29, 2018

We talk to marketing professional and Bitcoin-based entrepreneur James Tsuei about his new environment project

Air

RateGain launches new features to empower airlines with competitor intelligence

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jun 28, 2018

RateGain Technologies, the market leader in big data solutions for Travel and Hospitality industries, announced new product updates to AirGain to empower airlines with competitor…

Air

Robots to take over our airports by 2030

Kristin Mariano Jun 22, 2018

Robots are set to replace the current airport staff and our air travel may soon be devoid of human contact.

Technology

Why travelling to China nowadays is so much easier than in July 1997: mobile technology

Tian Tolentino Jun 14, 2018

Gone are the days where travellers had to print train tickets, boarding passes or hotel reservation receipts. Thanks to e-tickets, online bookings, and mobile check-in, consumers benefit…

Attractions

Big Bus Tours adds Los Angeles to its global portfolio

Kristin Mariano May 30, 2018

London’s Big Bus Tours will start cruising the roads of Los Angeles in the fall and will aim to provide tourists with a never-before-seen look of the city.

China

Air Charter Service targets “one million millionaires” with China expansion

Alastair Newport May 28, 2018

British-based chartered aircraft providers Air Charter Service (ACS) has revealed it will be developing its Chinese operations by upgrading to larger offices in Beijing. The move to…

Technology

Travelport to provide tech solutions for Norwegian OTA chain, G Travel

Tian Tolentino May 4, 2018

Travel commerce platform, Travelport announced a new multi-year technology and content agreement with Norwegian travel agency chain, G Travel.

Entrepreneurs

Building connections through Random Road Trips

Simon Willmore Apr 18, 2018

We sat down with EXPH founder and CEO Giancarlo 'Gian' Gallegos, who explained how taking friends and strangers off the tourist grid goes beyond business:

Air

Conversocial adds WeChat support

Simon Willmore Mar 29, 2018

WeChat represents an audience of over 1 bilion users in China, many of whom use it as their sole access to news, information and social networking. However, for many international…

Airlines and Aviation

Shooting for the stars: Philippine Airlines shines brighter with Amadeus

Tian Tolentino Mar 19, 2018

Philippine Airlines (PAL) is aiming for the stars and it has chosen travel-tech leader Amadeus to transform the airline’s core technology system.

Entrepreneurs

‘I built a travel data start-up because of a selfish desire to keep in touch’

Simon Willmore Mar 2, 2018

Andres Fabris earned a finance degree from the University of Texas at Austin in the hopes of working in the finance side of the IT industry. Instead, he has spent 23 years growing, then…

Corporate & Business

Corporate travel management: driving technological transformation in the world of business travel

Altexsoft Team Feb 27, 2018

While leisure travel is rapidly moving forward by adopting consumer booking tools and mobile payments, as it drifts away from traditional travel agencies, business travel management is still…

Airlines and Aviation

Hong Kong Airlines’ new partnership to harness connectivity as aircraft fleet grows

Alastair Newport Feb 26, 2018

Sabre Corporation announced today an agreement with Hong Kong Airlines to implement Sabre AirCentre Crew technology, a solution that offers a range of crew scheduling, management, services…

Hotels

Online auction system empowers hotel guests to trade up

Simon Willmore Feb 23, 2018

Hotel ICON is the first in Hong Kong to partner with UpsellGuru to offer online bidding for upgrades and ancillary provisions to its direct booking guests. 

Technology

Helsinki Mayor and Tencent woo millions of Chinese with new WeChat mini-program

Alastair Newport Feb 16, 2018

Internet service giant Tencent and the City of Helsinki launched a ground breaking WeChat Helsinki mini program on Thursday 15 February, as part of the city's Chinese New Year celebrations.…

Technology

Robotic bartender now serving in Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi

Tian Tolentino Feb 15, 2018

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi introduces Robo Bar, a cutting-edge robotic bar system created by Italian tech company MAKR SHAKR.

Face‑to‑Face

Can hoteliers trust TrustYou?

Simon Willmore Feb 14, 2018

Hospitality and travel professionals should not miss this Q&A with CEO and co-founder Benjamin Yost

Entrepreneurs

Young travel tech rock star seeks to connect traveller and hotelier needs

Simon Willmore Feb 13, 2018

We sat down with Tink Labs founder and CEO Terence Kwok to learn why this sharp-eyed Hong Kong native and his product have both reached rock-star status in the hospitality and tourism scene.

Technology

Unpacking traveller needs made easy with Unified Inbox

Simon Willmore Jan 31, 2018

IoT and AI come together through Unified Inbox (UIB), which enables people to talk with all of their smart devices through a single integrated API.

Face‑to‑Face

‘Talk less, listen more:’ Harnessing data out of customer sentiment with Twistar

Simon Willmore Jan 28, 2018

Twistar, a mobile device that harnesses feedback into actionable data, provides engagement that businesses can customise & customers can enjoy.

Airlines and Aviation

Alternative in-flight safety videos are all the rage – but are they fit for purpose?

Alastair Newport Jan 25, 2018

Eva Air released a new in-flight safety video last week. And, boy is it different. Eschewing the simple, informative, and let’s face it – dull, safety vids and demonstrations we have been…

Entrepreneurs

Travel tech innovation race at full speed with ‘Hotel Jumpstart’

Simon Willmore Jan 15, 2018

Five companies recently pitched for Hotel Jumpstart, a mentorship-driven accelerator programme to support the most innovative travel tech startups.

UK

Harnessing the power of data

Jill Sayles Jan 10, 2018

Gino Engels, co-founder and chief commercial officer at OTA Insight discusses the power of data. "When it comes to growing revenue, knowledge is definitely power. So it stands to reason…

Hotels

Amadeus launch @flightbot AI – great news for TAs

Alastair Newport Jan 10, 2018

Amadeus has developed an AI-powered bot in partnership with GoHero.ai (based in India).  The bot connects LINE users with travel agents, using a messaging platform powered on GoHero’s AI and…

Consumer

NYC start-up keeps customer care real on chat, social and mobile

Simon Willmore Jan 8, 2018 20

Bad travel and hospitality services. Scripted customer care messages. Slow assistance. Mix them all together with social media, and you have a potential customer service hot spot for travel…

Technology

Pocket translator to open opportunities for Chinese travel

Simon Willmore Jan 4, 2018 22

Travellers from mainland China took more than 62 million outbound trips in the first half of 2017 with an increase in preference for self-guided tours, as per the China Tourism Academy.…

Technology

Hospitality 2.0

Simon Willmore Jan 4, 2018 22

Information and communications technology (ICT) has made its mark in many industries. The hotel and hospitality industry is no exception to this, with everything from reservations to house…

Global

Transport fight club: Taxicabs vs Car rentals vs Ridesharing

Simon Willmore Jan 3, 2018 16

It’s a great time for work and leisure trips, with more transport options now available to get from any airport to the nearest city centre. The true challenge now lies on which ride is the…

Tourism Boards

The battle for online travel in the Philippines: A review of Tripmoba versus Murang Lipad

Simon Willmore Dec 29, 2017 9

Here at Travel Daily, we like to give readers a fair look into trends in the travel and tourism sector. While this might not be a steady review series, we hope this and any similar posts in…

Family & Group Travel

Plan your group adventure with Packdat

Simon Willmore Dec 22, 2017 24

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Tourism

TCEB launch two apps set to take MICE industry by storm

Alastair Newport Dec 6, 2017 0

Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau or TCEB (Public Organization) unveiled the bureau's online marketing performance, across multiple digital platforms – which connect Thailand with…

Technology

Unite and Concur: why WeChat has joined forces with corporate travel giant

Alastair Newport Nov 28, 2017 15

Concur, an SAP company and a global provider of travel, expense and invoice management solutions, today introduced an electronic fapiao (a Chinese tax receipt) solution, developed to…

Associations

ICAO’s Dr. Fang Liu: “greater transparency is needed for social and economic benefits”

Alastair Newport Nov 23, 2017 21

ICAO Secretary General Dr. Fang Liu told ICAO member states yesterday that in order for them to safely and efficiently manage forecast growth, and optimize the social and economic benefits…

Corporate & Business

CWT: what really worries Asia Pacific business travellers?

Alastair Newport Nov 6, 2017 20

Recently conducted research by Carlson Wagonlit Travel found that while more than one-third (37 percent) of European travellers are concerned about safety and security, their counterparts…

Hotels

What Archipelago gains with smart online move

Alastair Newport Oct 25, 2017 19

RateGain, has announced its tie-up with Archipelago International, Indonesia's leading hospitality management company. RateGain will manage online rates and inventory distribution for…

UK

Q&A: Gary Jacobs, founder of Spinning Globe

Jill Sayles Oct 22, 2017

What is Spinning Globe?  Spinning Globe is a unique website which integrates both a consumer travel inspiration site, with a travel trade training and marketing platform. My aim…

OTAs & Tour Operators

TUI unveils ‘Destination U’ prototype for retail

Jill Sayles Oct 18, 2017 1

TUI has unveiled a new prototype that reveals how customers could be using their subconscious to choose holidays in just a few years’ time.  Called Realeyes, the futuristic…

Face‑to‑Face

Face-to-face: Clinton Lovell, general manager of Avani Atrium Bangkok

Jill Sayles Oct 17, 2017

1) Tell us a bit about AVANI Hotels?  AVANI Hotels are the new upscale brand of Minor Hotels. Today there are 18 AVANI hotels with seven more due to open in the next year or 18 months…

Airlines and Aviation

Narita International installs ‘state of the art people screening’ after national directive

Alastair Newport Oct 17, 2017 15

Smiths Detection, a global leader in threat detection systems, has been selected to supply innovative solutions for people screening and search functions in Tokyo’s Narita International…

Australia

Chubb adds connection to its protection

Alastair Newport Oct 16, 2017 8

Chubb have announced the launch of a suite of value-added services for leisure travellers. Known as Chubb Connect, these services include complimentary wifi and SOS Alerts as a start.…

Technology

Hotelogix Mobile Hotel app launches at ITB Asia 2017

Alastair Newport Oct 11, 2017 2

Hotelogix is set to launch its revolutionary mobile app, Hotelogix Mobile Hotel, at ITB Asia, 2017.

United States

Why Chatbots Are Transforming the Travel Industry

Mark Elliott Sep 11, 2017 0

With chatbots, customers can manage their own bookings without needing to wait on the line for the next available representative. Chatbots can be simply defined as artificial intelligence…

Technology

Time Design’s Dynamic Package engine connects with Sabre’s SynXis system

Simon Willmore Sep 11, 2017

Time Design, a Dynamic Package Solution company, has announced its integration with Sabre Hospitality Solutions’ SynXis Central Reservations (CR). The move will allow global travelers to…

Airlines and Aviation

Travelport announces new content agreement with second member of Lion Air

Michael Mackey Sep 7, 2017

Leading travel commerce platform Travelport has announced a new content agreement with Thai Lion Air, a low-cost carrier (LCC) in Thailand, operating both domestic and international flights.…

United States

Delta is first U.S. airline to offer video chat with Reservations team

Mark Elliott Aug 23, 2017 0

By Kathryn Steele • posted Aug. 22, 2017 9:00 am DCA pilot project gives customers another channel of choice to connect with Delta for assistance WASHINGTON — …

Hotels

Forbes Names Marriott International One of the World’s Most Innovative Companies

Mark Elliott Aug 21, 2017 0

Marriott International, Inc., was recently named to the Forbes 2017 World’s Most Innovative Companieslist, joining the ranks of Tesla, Amazon and Netflix.  Forbes’ proprietary…

Tourism

New York, Paris and London are most tagged destinations

Jill Sayles Aug 10, 2017

Research has recorded check-in figures for more than 200 worldwide tourist hotspots as of August 2017, plus usage of popular holiday, travel and location hashtags.  Carried out by…

Travel Agents

FIT Ruums, China Airlines create packages for Taiwanese travellers

Mark Elliott Jul 31, 2017

FIT Ruums has formed a new partnership with China Airlines to provide a series of packages to travellers in Taiwan. Under the new agreement, Taiwan's national carrier will release special…

United States

Cruise Industry Reveals Fast Facts about the Small Ship Cruise Experience

Mark Elliott Jul 21, 2017 0

Interest in small ship cruising, traveling onboard ships with a smaller passenger capacity, is on the rise among travelers. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s…

United States

Delta launches biometrics to board aircraft at Reagan Washington National Airport

Mark Elliott Jul 20, 2017 0

WASHINGTON, July 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta (NYSE: DAL) customers now can use fingerprints instead of their boarding pass to board any Delta aircraft at Reagan Washington National…

United States

The Vacation Rental Market Is Changing. What About Property Managers?

Mark Elliott Jul 17, 2017 0

Analyst: Alice Jong The U.S. private accommodation market has grown rapidly in the past few years as rental popularity keeps rising. The sector has undergone extraordinary changes in…

Technology

Travelport allows Asian agents to go mobile

Mark Elliott Jul 17, 2017

Travelport has launched a new mobile solution for travel agents and TMCs in the Asia Pacific region. With 50% of this year's global mobile travel sales expected to originate in Asia…

United States

Travelport Digital’s Fusion to Give Even More Airlines a Sharper Mobile Edge

Mark Elliott Jul 6, 2017 0

Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform today announce  the launch of a new mobile product for airlines, Travelport Fusion, in response to the growing need for all…

Attractions

Hotelbeds to distribute Big Bus Tours globally

Mark Elliott Jul 6, 2017

Hotelbeds Group has strengthened its Transfer & Activity Bank (TAB) business by agreeing to distribute Big Bus Tours on a global basis. The long-term deal is expected to deliver a…

Technology

Travellers shrug off concerns to embrace biometrics

Mark Elliott Jul 3, 2017

Travellers are becoming increasingly familiar and confident using biometric airport technology, a new report has revealed. According to the 2017 SITA Passenger IT Trends Survey by SITA,…

United States

Open Destinations Acquires Award-Winning Mobile Technology Solution for Tour Operators

Mark Elliott Jun 14, 2017 0

Tour operator specialist buys majority stake in Asia-based startupLeading travel technology provider Open Destinations has acquired a majority stake in Tineri, a mobile itinerary startup…

Technology

Travel app Tineri acquired by Open Destinations

Mark Elliott Jun 13, 2017

Open Destinations, the travel technology company, has acquired a majority stake in Tineri, a mobile itinerary app designed for tour operators. Founded by Tim Russell in Bangkok in 2016,…

Airlines and Aviation

Airlines adjust as distribution “tsunami” approaches

Mark Elliott May 14, 2017

The nature of airline distribution will fundamentally change in the coming years, as factors including API connectivity and Google have a major impact the sector, delegates at the CAPA…

UK

Travelport launches data tool

Jill Sayles May 11, 2017

Travelport has launched Travelport Business Insights to its Northern European region.  This new service gives travel agencies and other companies access to a range of data sources.…

United States

LEGOLAND® Florida Transforms Your Car into a LEGO-themed Ride with a GPS Game

Simon Willmore Apr 25, 2017 0

The road trip becomes a reward this Spring Break – thanks to LEGOLAND Florida Resort – who is launching a first-of-its-kind GPS adventure game built for kids that turns the road to LEGOLAND…

Airlines and Aviation

Malaysia Airlines to start tracking all flights

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2017

Malaysia Airlines has signed up for a new flight tracking solution that will enable the carrier to monitor all of its flights, anywhere in the world. The new "Aircom FlightTracker"…

Features

Brain Waves: BA goes biometric, Westin’s robot butler, and more…

Mark Elliott Apr 11, 2017

BA gets biometric boarding gates British Airways has become the first UK airline to introduce automated biometric airport technology, with the launch of self-service boarding gates at…

UK

CLIA continues to drive agent success with new resources for 2017

Simon Willmore Mar 7, 2017

New and updated resources, seminars and masterclasses remain at the forefront of Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) plans for 2017. Ensuring agents professional development…

Cruise

CLIA drives agent success with new educational resources

Gemma Greenwood Mar 6, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) has introduced new and updated resources, seminars and masterclasses for agents. The move is designed to safeguard the trade’s…

Cruise

CLIA launches new state-of-the-art selling tool for agents

Simon Willmore Feb 20, 2017

CLIA has added a new selling tool to its Agent Toolbox in partnership with Full Picture, the award winning visual conversation tool.  The specifically designed resource will enable CLIA…

United States

Travelogix Announces New Launch at TTE 2017

Simon Willmore Feb 19, 2017 0

Travelogix, the specialists in dedicated data management and reporting solutions for corporate travel, will be exhibiting at Travel Technology Europe for their fourth consecutive year in…

Airlines and Aviation

Brain Waves: Room service robots, airport jackets, and more…

Mark Elliott Feb 14, 2017

Singapore hotel employs room service robot The M Social Singapore hotel has started employing a robot to deliver room service to its guests. Developed by Savioke, the robot can navigate…

United States

2017 Travel Technology Europe: Keynote Speakers

Simon Willmore Feb 5, 2017 1

2017 Travel Technology Europe: Keynote Speakers Travel Technology Europe will bring together more than 6,000 professionals February 22-23. This year marks the 14th annual conference and…

Cruise

Virtuoso’s new cruise technology provides its advisors with competitive edge

Mark Elliott Feb 3, 2017

International luxury travel network Virtuoso is providing its travel advisors with a new online tool that simplifies searching for and booking cruises, saving them time and increasing their…

Hotels

Sabre identifies consumer behaviours driving opportunities for hotels in Middle East

Mark Elliott Jan 18, 2017

A study released by global technology provider, Sabre Corporation in collaboration with TrendWatching, has revealed new consumer shopping and buying trends emerging among European and Middle…