Accenture partners with Air France-KLM
Accenture is collaborating with Air France-KLM to transform and migrate the airline group’s existing digital applications to the cloud, moving away from its three proprietary data centers.
Technology
Air Astana Group strengthens regulations on transport of lithium batteries
As of Thursday, 13th March, the Air Astana Group has amped up its regulations regarding the safe transport of lithium batteries and battery-powered devices in flight.
Philippines launches travel permit system for minors travelling abroad
The Philippine Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has launched an automated travel permit system for minors travelling abroad (MTAs).
RAKTDA partners with Huawei to boost tourism
Through ongoing collaboration, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) and Huawei Ecosystem have collaborated on several campaigns and initiatives aimed at positioning Ras Al Khaimah as must-visit destination for Chinese travelers.
Business Travel Show Asia Pacific comes to Singapore this April
The BTN Group which has organised the Business Travel Show Europe for three decades brings the same world-class sourcing, networking and educational programme to the Asia Pacific this April.
CRRC launches tourist trains for China’s mountain routes
Chinese train manufacturer CRRC launched a new line of company launched tourist trains near Lijiang last February.
Singapore Airlines and Salesforce team up for AI-powered customer servicing applications
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Salesforce announced that SIA is incorporating Agentforce, Einstein in Service Cloud, and Data Cloud into its customer case management system.
IndiGo to implement Amadeus SRM Flex
IndiGo has reached an agreement with Amadeus to implement advanced Revenue Management technology, Amadeus Segment Revenue Management Flex (Amadeus SRM Flex).
DET partners with Amadeus
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology, to facilitate a city wide ecosystem for the rapid prototyping of travel tech solutions, and further enhance Dubai’s capabilities as a leading hub for travel innovation.
SIHOT delivers hotel reservations to Apple and Google Wallets
SIHOT, a hotel management systems, has digitalised booking information, enabling guests to add hotel reservations to their Apple or Google Wallets.
Vietnam Airlines goes with Sabre’s Network Planning and Optimisation technologies
Vietnam Airlines has opted for Sabre Corporation’s Network Planning and Optimization technology to push for its global growth.
Agoda releases insights on South Korean women’s travel habits
As the world celebrated International Women’s Day on Saturday, 8th March, online travel platform Agoda released its latest travel insights about South Korean women.
Bursa Securities approves Capital A’s proposed regularisation plan
AirAsia’s parent firm Capital A Berhad marked a new milestone in its financial transformation journey with the approval of its Proposed Regularisation Plan by Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad.
United installs Starlink on First Regional Aircraft
United announced it installed Starlink on its first regional aircraft and unveiled details of the process to underscore the technical operations benefits associated with the equipment, including size and weight as well as the ease of install and maintenance.
Avantio launches own dynamic pricing tool to boost revenue and occupancy
Property management software company Avantio, has today announced the launch of its native dynamic pricing tool, empowering property managers to increase their revenues and optimize their occupancy.
RateGain integrates with Mews
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain has announced a significant partnership with Mews, the hospitality cloud and Property Management System (PMS) provider.
Sabre poll at ITB Berlin shows trends in AI, personalisation, distribution and sustainability
Sabre Corporation shared insights from a live audience poll conducted during an mainstage session at ITB Berlin.
Sabre partners with Coforge
Sabre Corporation a global digital services and solutions provider, have entered into a new multi-year agreement to strengthen their long-standing partnership.
HiJiffy announces integration with Expedia Group
AI-driven hotel communication solutions provider HiJiffy announced a new partnership with Expedia Group today, 5th March.
Sabre Hospitality introduces SynXis Pay to improve payment experience and simplify transactions for hoteliers
Sabre Hospitality shared plans to release SynXis Pay, its new solution that eases payment pain points for travellers and hoteliers alike.
Shiji unifies hospitality solutions as it reveals comprehensive rebrand
Global hospitality tech solutions provider Shiji announced a complete company rebrand whilst uniting its suite of products under a single all-encompassing structure.
Artyzen Singapore is now a Virtuoso luxury travel partner
Artyzen Singapore was recently accepted into Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, a global network made up of 2,300 preferred suppliers in 100 countries.
Tourism Authority of Thailand to boost country’s appeal in China via partnership with Baidu
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Beijing Baidu Netcom Science Technology (Baidu) to strengthen Thailand’s tourism appeal among Chinese travellers.
HBX’s Alexander Stutely on travel insurance products in today’s world
At the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 forum held by the HBX Group in Macau, its insurance strategy director Alexander Stutely cast the travel insurance sector into the spotlight.
HBX’s Andrew Boocock on the art of selling travel in an evolving industry
At the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 summit held in Macau by the HBX Group, Group vice-president for sales in the Middle East and the Asia Pacific (MEAPAC) Andrew Boocock was part of a panel that discussed trends in these evolving sectors.
HBX’s Paul Anthony speaks about the evolving global hospitality sector
HBX Group’s senior vice-president for global sourcing Paul Anthony recently shared his insights on this evolving field in an exclusive interview with Travel Daily Media’s own Gary Marshall at the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 held in Macau.
HBX’s Xabier Zabala discusses applying technology in today’s travel and tourism sectors
At HBX Group’s recently concluded MarketHub 2025 industry conference in Macau, Group chief operating officer Xabier Zabala spoke to peers regarding the practical application of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and similar nascent technologies to the travel and tourism industries.
Apaleo unveils global hospitality’s first-ever AI agent marketplace Agent Hub
API-first open property management platform Apaleo officially revealed Agent Hub, the first-ever AI agent marketplace for the global hospitality sector, on Thursday, 27th February.
Accelya renews partnership with IATA
Aviation technology solutions provider Accelya formally renewed its long-term partnership with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) which represents over 340 airlines globally.
DidaTravel reveals its new brand identity as just Dida
B2B travel distribution company DidaTravel has announced the launch of a dynamic new identity, marked by its decision to simplify its brand name to just Dida.
HBX Group and PerfectStay partner with Turkish Airlines to launch Turkish Airlines Holidays
HBX Group and PerfectStay, a travel company specialized in travel packaging technology, announce the strategic partnership with Turkish Airlines that has resulted in the launch of Turkish Airlines Holidays, a new travel offering designed to enhance the passenger experience.
IATA’s annual safety report shows improvements in global aviation safety
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2024 Annual Safety Report listing progress in the field of aviation safety today, 26th February.
GoNexus Group launches Hospitality Partnerships
GoNexus Group, an experiences and mobility travel group, proudly unveils its new division, Hospitality Partnerships, reaffirming its commitment to innovation and strengthening its leadership in the tourism sector.
Skyscanner launches DROPS
Skyscanner, which scours more than 80 billion prices daily, has announced the launch of a new app-exclusive feature, DROPS, accessible to users in Hindi and English.
Japan’s ANA orders 15 new aircraft from Embraer
ANA Holdings Inc recently ordered 15 E190-E2 aircraft from Brazilian aviation manufacturer Embraer, with options for an additional five aircraft.
Cebu Pacific holds talk on sustainable aviation for Singapore Management University
Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific recently welcomed faculty and officials from Singapore Management University (SMU) and members of its International Advisory Council (IAC) for an exclusive visit to its Aplus hangar.
Riyadh Air and IBM to build AI-driven enterprise
IBM announced a new agreement with Riyadh Air, which will integrate watsonx, IBM’s portfolio of AI products, and IBM Consulting AI solutions to establish an enterprise-wide AI capability to elevate Riyadh Air guest and employee experiences.
Dhruv: India’s first multi-modal, multi-lingual, agentic voice-enabled, GenAI advisor
Thomas Cook (India) Limited and SOTC Travel, are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) gearing up to launch an agentic AI platform that is designed to transform the business travel experience.
Cebu Pacific set to change the customer service game with its generative AI service agent
Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific announced a partnership that may change the game in terms of airline customer service in Southeast Asia.
Steven Hopkinson appointed as Shiji’s senior vice-president for APAC and Middle East
Hospitality tech firm Shiji International announced the appointment of Steven Hopkinson as its new senior vice-president for the Asia-Pacific and Middle East.
Minor Hotels expands partnership with HBX Group
Minor Hotels and HBX Group have announced the global expansion of their preferred distribution partnership.
Nok Air partners with AirGain
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain) announced that Nok Air has selected AirGain, RateGain’s advanced pricing intelligence platform, to gain real-time competitive insights.
RoomPriceGenie receives $75 million investment from Five Elms
RoomPriceGenie announces a $75 million USD investment from Five Elms Capital to accelerate international expansion and further enhance its award-winning platform.
Iberojet signs 7-year renewal with Sabre’s Radixx Passenger Service System
Sabre Corporation announced that Iberojet, a prominent Spanish carrier and part of Ávoris, has renewed its partnership with Sabre’s Radixx Passenger Service System (PSS) for seven years.
Hospitable unlocks host access to dozens of OTAs with iCal Imports
Vacation rental management platform Hospitable has launched iCal Imports, a brand new feature that allows hosts and property managers to seamlessly sync bookings from dozens of smaller online travel agencies (OTAs) and niche booking platforms.
Blenheim Palace launches ‘Archie – your interactive guide’
Visitors to Blenheim Palace can now enjoy personally tailored tours, thanks to a new state of the art app, ‘Archie – your interactive guide’, named in honour of the Palace’s former Administrator and first Chief Guide, Archie Illingworth, who worked there from 1950 to 1972, and retired after the death of the 10th Duke.
TPConnects & FlySafair deliver LCC Content & Servicing on Iris for Flight Centre Travel Group
TPConnects Technologies, an IATA-certified global travel aggregator and distribution technology company announced that FlySafair’s low-cost content will be available on its Iris platform.
Ovolo Hotels teams up with Nodal to revolutionise digital hospitality marketing
Award-winning lifestyle boutique hotel brand Ovolo Hotels announced a strategic alliance with digital marketing solutions provider Nodal.
Dorint partners with IDeaS
Dorint, one of the largest and most well-established German hotel companies in DACH, has partnered with IDeaS, a SAS company and world leader in hospitality revenue management software and services, to bolster its revenue management strategy.
Asia-Pacific remains a key driver of the global travel industry: HBX Group
HBX Group recently hosted MarketHub Asia 2025 at Studio City, Macao, bringing together industry leaders to discuss the key trends shaping the future of travel in Asia-Pacific.
Skytrans goes for Maxamation Aviator Revenue Management System
Australian regional carrier Skytrans recently opted for Maxamation, specifically its Aviator Revenue Management System.
SITA’s newest solution to revolutionise air traffic control communications
Air transport technology firm SITA presents an innovative new global messaging solution which will help redefine the way air traffic control (ATC) communications works.
Sixth annual TravMedia Summit Australia concludes with key insights for the sector
The 6th annual TravMedia Summit Australia concluded with insightful discussions, networking and industry-leading expertise.
Travelport now carries NDC content from Finnair
Travelport announced that agency customers now have access to new distribution capability (NDC) content from Finnair, Finland’s flag-carrier from today, 13th February.
HBX Group begins trading on the Spanish Stock Exchanges
B2B travel technologies firm HBX Group International plc began trading as a listed company on the Barcelona, Bilbao, Madrid and Valencia Stock Exchanges (Spanish Stock Exchanges) today, 13th February.
AHICE to introduce two new events for the Asian Region
The Asian Hotel Industry Conference & Exhibition (AHICE) is expanding its conference program with the introduction of two new events to the market.
Cathay Pacific garners two design awards for its inflight entertainment system
Cathay Pacific’s inflight entertainment (IFE) system recently received nods from two of the world’s most prestigious design awards: the German Design Award 2025 and the Red Dot Award 2024.
Meet ‘Sara’: Saudi Arabia launches AI-powered smart tour guide
Sara’s launch is expected to enhance the accessibility of Saudi Arabia’s diverse tourism offerings, ensuring that both first-time and returning visitors can navigate the Kingdom with ease
Klook scores $100 million to supercharge expansion and AI-powered travel experiences
The investment comes as Klook marks its 10th anniversary, setting its sights on scaling up operations across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond while tapping into the growing market of younger, experience-driven travelers
Exoticca unlocks €25 million to elevate AI-powered multi-day travel
This fresh capital will accelerate the development of the Barcelona-based company’s proprietary AI algorithms, designed to seamlessly sync trip components, personalize recommendations, optimize pricing strategies, and automate itinerary creation
Travelport expands partnership with Chase Travel Group
Booking technologies developer Travelport announced the expansion of their partnership with JPMorganChase’s Chase Travel Group on Tuesday, 11th January.
BizAway named Best European NDC Client for 2024
Italian travel management scale-up BizAway was recognised as the only Italian company to receive the prestigious Best European NDC Client 2024 award, alongside 15 other global travel agencies at FITUR in Madrid, Spain.
Abu Dhabi hotels lead global hospitality with 86% guest engagement
Abu Dhabi’s hotels hosted 2.41 million guests in the first five months of last year, reflecting the sector’s continued growth. Industry leaders emphasize the importance of guest interaction, highlighting that timely responses to reviews play a key role in maintaining the emirate’s reputation as a world-class destination
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Awards, Cultural Tourism, Global, Mobile & Social, Philippines, Technology, Tourism
Cebu Pacific honoured by DOST-Philippine Textile Research Institute
Cebu Pacific was recently recognised by the Philippine Textile Research Institute of the country’s Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PTRI) for the way it has promoted local weaving traditions into the context of travel and tourism.
Europe, Events, GDS, Germany, Hotel Technology, OTAs & Tour Operators, Summit, Technology, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
Sabre leaders to offer insights at ITB Berlin 2025
Sabre Corporation’s leadership team makes their way to ITB Berlin 2025 to provide insights into the evolving travel landscape and showcase its latest innovations in hospitality and travel retailing.
Bahrain teams up with Wego to supercharge global tourism appeal
Often referred to as the “Pearl of the Gulf”, Bahrain is leveraging Wego’s digital reach to showcase top destinations like the UNESCO-listed Bahrain Fort, Bab Al Bahrain Souq, and the Bahrain International Circuit, home to Formula 1
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Sri Lanka, Technology, Travel related Products
SriLankan Airlines introduces its AI-powered customer service chatbot Yaana
SriLankan Airlines recently introduced Yaana, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot to augment its customer service facilities.
Adventure Tourism, Annual Reports, Asia, China, Cultural Tourism, Global, India, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Resource Centre, Technology, Tourism, Tourist Guides, Travel related Products
Agoda reveals five top travel habits among young Asian travellers
Digital travel platform Agoda shares the results of their most recent study, showing the top five travel habits of Asian Gen Z.
Annual Reports, Asia, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, HR & Careers, Human Resources, Mobile & Social, Reports, Singapore, Technology
Atiom launches its APAC Hotel Service Index
Atiom, a digital behavioural change platform, debuted its first-ever Hotel Service Index report for the Asia Pacific today, 6th February.
Airports, India, Technology
Digi Yatra reaches 10 million user milestone
Digi Yatra, a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI)-based ecosystem utilising facial biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processing at airports, has crossed the milestone of 10 million application downloads.
Europe, France, Hospitality, India, Startups, Technology
HomeExchange launches in India with lowest membership fee
With an ambitious goal of integrating up to 5,000 Indian homes into its network within the first year, HomeExchange is set to revolutionize the travel landscape by offering an annual membership fee of just ₹7,500, the lowest worldwide
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Azerbaijan, Global, Hotel Technology, Reports, Technology, Travel related Products
Azerbaijan Airlines renews content distribution agreement with Travelport
Global booking technologies firm Travelport and Azerbaijani flag-carrier Azerbaijan Airlines renewed their content distribution agreement today, 5th February.
Corporate & Business, Technology
Travelport and Atriis launch NDC Content from Travelport+
Travelport and Atriis announced that NDC content from Travelport+ is now available for corporate clients to book and service in the Atriis global travel platform
Europe, Germany, Technology
GetYourGuide expands with frictionless payments for global explorers
GetYourGuide is enhancing seamless payments by partnering with Checkout.com to offer flexible, localized transactions for global travelers. This move aims to simplify bookings, optimize currency conversions, and fuel expansion in key markets.
Adventure Tourism, Annual Reports, Asia, Attractions, China, Cultural Tourism, Family & Group Travel, Festivals, Global, Hong Kong, Macau, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Road, Technology, Tourism, Transport, Travel related Products
Fliggy presents its travel insights for the Lunar New Year / Spring Festival
With the Lunar New Year celebrations in full-swing, Alibaba Group’s online travel platform Fliggy released its key insights regarding seasonal travel for this year among the Chinese.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Global, Reports, Singapore, Technology, Travel related Products
Singapore Airlines inks understanding with Aether Fuels for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to potentially source neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Aether Fuels (Aether) on Tuesday, 4th February.
Asia, Global, Hospitality, Japan, Road, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Transport, Travel related Products
Japanese tour bus operator Kochi Ekimae Kanko to launch double-decker sleeper bus service
Japanese bus operator Kochi Ekimae Kanko announced that it will commence the country’s first-ever double-decker sleeper bus service from 4th March.
Airlines and Aviation, Germany, Technology
Amex GBT and Lufthansa Group expand partnership to accelerate NDC rollout
American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) has announced an enhanced agreement to expand and accelerate availability of new distribution capability (NDC) fares with Lufthansa Group (LHG).
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Global, Reports, Singapore, Technology, Travel related Products
Singapore Airlines inks understanding with Aether Fuels for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to potentially source neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Aether Fuels (Aether) on Tuesday, 4th February.
Asia, GDS, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Japan, Technology, Travel related Products
Sabre Hospitality signs partnership with Japan’s Loco Partners
Travel technologies firm Sabre Corporation’s Sabre Hospitality recently signed a partnership with Loco Partners in Japan.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, Australia, Europe, Global, Mobile & Social, Oceania, Reports, Singapore, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, UK
Singapore Tourism Board Oceania launches new marketing platform with Komodo
Singapore Tourism Board (STB)’s Oceania bureau has gone with international social media and influencer marketing agency Komodo to launch a new marketing platform called The Journey.
Asia, China, Europe, Finance, Global, Mobile & Social, Payment Solutions, Technology, Tourism, Travel related Products
Seamless payments via Alipay+ boost global travel for the Lunar New Year
Right on time for the Lunar New Year, Alipay+ teamed up with leading global merchants to launch exclusive campaigns for those travelling during the festive season.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Japan, Technology, Travel related Products
Japan Airlines takes the world’s first aircraft with large-scale riblet coating to the skies
Japan Airlines Co, Ltd, in partnership with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and O-Well Corporation, has applied riblet-shaped coating to the majority of the fuselage of one of its Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
Annual Reports, Asia, Global, Mobile & Social, Reports, Road, Startups, Technology, Thailand, Transport, Travel related Products
Mobility platform Bolt reports significant growth in Thailand
Global shared mobility platform Bolt reported a significant increase of 103 percent in airport rides throughout Thailand in 2024.
Air, Airports, Asia, Global, Japan, Technology, Travel related Products
Keisei Electric Railway Company introduces facial recognition gates for airport-bound lines
Keisei Electric Railway Company introduced facial recognition ticket gates for several trains plying routes connecting major Tokyo stations and Narita Airport.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Malaysia, Philippines, Technology
AirAsia announces plan to establish an aircraft maintenance facility in the Philippines
The Philippine Department of Finance announced that AirAsia plans to establish a maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) facility in the country.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Associations, China, Events, Global, Summit, Technology
IATA World Legal Symposium makes its way to Shanghai this February
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 edition of the World Legal Symposium (WLS) will examine the legal implications of evolving forces shaping aviation.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, China, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Reports, Technology
Minor Hotels and Fliggy join forces for Global Discovery booking platform
Global hospitality firm Minor Hotels officially became the first major international hotel company to partner with Fliggy’s brand-new booking platform Global Discovery.
Global, Hotel Technology
DigiValet integrates with Crestron Control Systems
DigiValet, a global leader in experiential guest room solutions, announced that its hospitality solutions are now fully integrated with control systems from Crestron, a leader in automation technology.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, GDS, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Thailand, Travel Agents
Sabre adds Nok Air content to its Global Distribution System
Travel software and technology provider Sabre Corporation announced that it is adding content from Nok Air, one of Thailand’s prominent budget carriers, to its Global Distribution System (GDS).
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Asia, China, Global, Hong Kong, Technology, Travel related Products
SITA and Cathay Pacific sign agreement to boost network bandwidth
Air transport technologies provider SITA and Cathay Pacific entered a new agreement that supports substantial increases in network bandwidth at its airports, improving current capacity by up to five times while maintaining cost efficiency.
Annual Reports, Asia, China, Europe, Global, Hospitality, Hotels, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Resource Centre, Technology, Tourism, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
DidaTravel presents Lunar New Year travel trends report
Global travel distribution company DidaTravel released a report on the key travel trends for the Lunar New Year on Wednesday, 22nd January.
Asia, Attractions, Cultural Tourism, Events, Global, Japan, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Tourist Guides, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
Tokyo Tourism Connection hosts virtual tour of Tokyo for global travel professionals
The Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau offers a limited-time online event in February 2025 hosted through its digital business matching platform Tokyo Tourism Connection.
Global, Reports, Technology
Mabrian launches AILA
Mabrian, the global travel intelligence platform, announces the launch of AILA (acronym for Artificial Intelligence Live Assistant), a Generative AI-based virtual analyst designed to optimise tourism planning and management.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Hotels, Loyalty Programme, Malaysia, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Tourism, Travel related Products
ASEAN Explorer Pass by AirAsia MOVE highlighted at ASEAN Tourism Forum
AirAsia MOVE’s signature travel subscription product the ASEAN Explorer Pass was featured during the closing ceremony for the 2025 ASEAN Tourism Forum in Johor, Malaysia on Monday, 20th January.
Air, Airports, Asia, Finance, Global, Hospitality, Technology, Thailand, Travel related Products
Sompo Insurance Thailand teams up with Collinson International for Sompo Smart Delay
Airport experience solutions provider Collinson International has partnered with Sompo Insurance Thailand (Sompo) for Sompo Smart Delay.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Associations, Europe, Events, Global, Northern Ireland, Summit, Technology, UK
IATA to hold first IATA World Data Symposium in February
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the first-ever IATA World Data Symposium (WDS) in Dublin, Ireland on 26th and 27th February.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, Finance, Global, Laos, Mobile & Social, Payment Solutions, Reports, Technology, Tourism, Travel related Products, Vietnam
Vietnam and Laos launch cross-border QR payment system
Laos and Vietnam recently launched a cross-border QR code payment system that has the potential to boost trade and tourism between the two countries.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Challenge Tour welcomes HotelPlanner as Title Partner
The Challenge Tour and HotelPlanner jointly announced a multi-year partnership, with the travel technology company becoming the Tour’s title partner from the start of the 2025 season.
Global, Hotels, Middle East, Technology
Luxury hotels in Riyadh and Dubai have fastest Wi-Fi networks in MENA: Ookla
New research by Ookla® a global leader in connectivity intelligence, reveals that luxury hotels in Riyadh and Dubai are setting new benchmarks for high-speed internet connectivity, with some of the fastest Wi-Fi networks in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
Air, Airlines and Aviation, China, GDS, Global, Technology, Travel related Products
Hainan Airlines goes with Sabre Fare Manager and Contract Manager
Travel technologies developer Sabre Corporation signed a new long-term agreement with Hainan Airlines, one of China’s largest carriers.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Saudi Arabia, Technology
Saudia launches NDC content on Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced the launch of Saudia’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) content on the Sabre marketplace.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Travel Agents
GoNexus Group allies with STAY
GoNexus Group, an experiences and mobility travel group, and STAY, an innovative technology platform for hotel digitalization used by over 1,300 hotels, have announced a global strategic alliance aimed at revolutionizing how travellers access experiences, mobility, and tourism services.
Asia, Finance, Global, Japan, OTAs & Tour Operators, Payment Solutions, Taiwan, Technology, Travel related Products
JCB and Taiwan Rakuten Card introduce the JCB Panda Card
JCB International Co Ltd officially launched the new JCB Panda Card in collaboration with Taiwan Rakuten Card today, 15th January.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Cultural Tourism, Global, Hospitality, Kazakhstan, Technology, Tourism, Travel related Products
Air Astana and Stellar Entertainment champion Kazakh culture via inflight entertainment
Air Astana recently joined forces with Stellar Entertainment to enhance the inflight entertainment experience (IFE) for passengers of Kazakhstan’s flag carrier.
Technology, Travel Agents
TPConnects launches Astra B2B Portal Availability in AWS Marketplace
TPConnects Technologies announced that Astra B2B Portal, an IATA NDC Certified Travel Agent Booking Tool, is now available in AWS Marketplace a digital catalog with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors that make it easy to find, test, buy, and deploy software that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Africa, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Americas, Annual Reports, Asia, Attractions, China, Consumer, Cruise, Europe, Global, Hospitality, Hotels, India, Middle East, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Technology, Tourism, Travel related Products
Fliggy releases 2024 Buy Now, Plan Later insights report
Online travel services platform Fliggy released its 2024 Buy Now Plan Later Travel Insight today, 10th January.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airports, Associations, Global, HR & Careers, Human Resources, Reports, Technology, Training
SITA renews and boosts support for Airport Council International World’s leadership training programme
Aviation tech provider SITA has renewed and even strengthened its long-term support for the Airports Council International (ACI) World’s training and leadership programme for airport executives, the ACI-International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Airport Management Professional Accreditation Programme (AMPAP).
Global, Technology
CTS unveils AI-Powered Booking Reconfirmation tool
Custom Travel Solutions (CTS), the software-as-a-service private-label platform for membership organizations and loyalty programs, has announced the launch of its innovative AI-Powered Booking Reconfirmation Tool.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, China, Finance, Global, Malaysia, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Payment Solutions, Reports, Technology, Travel related Products
AirAsia MOVE teams up with Antom
Southeast Asian travel booking app and online travel platform AirAsia MOVE (MOVE) formally signed an agreement with Ant International’s Antom on Tuesday, 7th January.
Events, Global, Hotel Technology, India
STAAH hosts their first networking event in Dehradun
STAAH recently concluded its successful networking event in Dehradun, a city emerging as a burgeoning destination for accommodation providers.
Asia, Awards, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Cruise, Global, Luxury Travel, Sustainability Reports, Technology, Thailand
Royal Phuket Marina receives second carbon-neutral certification
The Royal Phuket Marina (RPM) earned its second carbon-neutral certification in a row from the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organisation (TGO.)
Technology, Tourism, UK
Top tech trends for tourism in 2025
Katie Robertson, Digital Product and Technology Director at 360 Private Travel has shared her predictions of the technology trends she thinks we’ll likely see influencing the travel industry in 2025.
Asia, Associations, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Events, Exhibitions and Expositions, Festivals, Global, Medical & Health Tourism, MICE, Mobile & Social, Pakistan, Roadshow, Startups, Summit, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Travel related Products, Travel Trade Show
Pakistan Travel Mart 2025 opens 31st January
Pakistan Travel Mart 2025 is slated to open on 31st January and will run till 2nd February at the Expo Centre in Karachi.
Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels, India
Direct Bookings Surge in India: STAAH
STAAH, a technology company helping hoteliers unlock their full revenue potential, has unveiled its list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels across India over the past year.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, China, Finance, Global, Laos, Payment Solutions, Reports, Technology, Travel related Products
Laos and China to introduce QR code system connecting their payment networks
Laos’ Lao National Payment Network Company Limited (LAPNet) and China’s UnionPay International (UPI) formally signed an agreement to introduce a QR code-based system connecting the two countries’ payment networks.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Finance, Global, Japan, Reports, Technology, United States
Japan Airlines invests in Heirloom Carbon Technologies
Japan Airlines Co, Ltd (JAL) announced its investment in California-based decarbonisation developer Heirloom Carbon Technologies, Inc.
Asia, Features, Global, Passports, Technology, Thailand, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Travel related Products, Visa updates
Thai e-Visa system goes online on 1st January
Beginning Wednesday, 1st January 2025, global travellers may apply for a Thai electronic visa (e-Visa) through the official website.
Asia, Global, Mobile & Social, Religious Tourism, Technology, Thailand, Tourism, Travel related Products
Chulalongkorn University introduces Halal Route app for Muslim travellers to Thailand
Chulalongkorn University’s Halal Science Centre of Thailand recently launched a new travel app called Halal Route.
Airports, Global, India, Passports, Technology
Digi Yatra sets the stage for an exciting 2025
The year 2024 saw Digi Yatra, a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) based ecosystem utilising face biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processing at airports, changing the travel game.
Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Global, Reports, Technology
IT solutions could save 5.7 million metric tons per year, 0.6% of global aviation emissions in 2023
Amadeus and Accenture have collaborated on a new research report titled “The Power of Digital: IT solutions and their role in aviation’s path to net zero”.
Asia, Europe, Features, Finance, Global, Japan, Payment Solutions, Technology, Travel related Products, UK, Visa updates
JCB Cards may now be used to pay UK ETA application fees
Japan’s JCB International Co Ltd announced that JCB Cards may now be accepted for paying the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) application fee for JCB Cardmembers travelling to the United Kingdom (UK).
Asia, China, Global, Hong Kong, Road, Singapore, South Korea, Startups, Taxi, Technology, Transport, Travel related Products
Ride-hailing platform TADA beta launches in Hong Kong
Singapore-headquartered zero commission ride platform TADA announced the beta launch of its ride services in Hong Kong today, 12th December.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airports, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Europe, Global, Reports, Romania, Technology, Travel related Products
SITA collaborates with Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport
Air transport tech firm SITA recently announced a strategic collaboration with Romania’s Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport through a Letter of Intent (LOI).
Adventure Tourism, Asia, Attractions, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Cultural Tourism, Dubai, Ecotourism, Events, Global, MICE, Middle East, OTAs & Tour Operators, Sports Tourism, Summit, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Travel Agents
Arabian Travel Market to focus on innovation, connectivity, and customisation
Key industry trends, particularly innovation, connectivity, and customisation take centre stage at the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) slated for 28th April to 1st May 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
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Amadeus reveals 10 destinations to consider for the Holidays
Amadeus’ forward-looking business intelligence data released a new report today, 11th December, revealing the destinations that are currently recording the top hotel occupancy rates.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Cyprus, Europe, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Technology, Travel Agents, Travel related Products, UK
Travelport strengthens alliance with Eurasia Travel Network
Booking solutions developer Travelport and Eurasia Travel Network (ETN) announced the expansion of their long-term agreement today, 10th December.
Cruise, Global, Luxury Travel, Ocean Cruising, Technology, Travel related Products
Oceania Cruises announces completion of fleet-wide Starlink installation
Oceania Cruises recently announced that the installation of the world’s first and largest satellite constellation, Starlink, has been completed on all ships.
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Avantio appoints Shaun McCorry as its strategic sales leader in North America
Short-term rental property management software developer Avantio announced the appointment of Shaun McCorry as its strategic sales leader in North America.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Technology, Thailand, Travel related Products
Thai Airways chooses Sabre to drive revenue opportunities
Sabre Corporation announced an expansion of its longstanding relationship with Thai Airways.
Asia, Global, Medical & Health Tourism, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Tourism, Travel related Products, Vietnam
Vietnamese traveltech firm Tubudd introduces Health Buddy
Vietnamese traveltech platform Tubudd recently launched Health Buddy, Vietnam’s first-ever medical service app which connects visiting foreigners with local healthcare facilities.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Japan, Technology, Travel related Products
ANA supports development of a safer way to store electronics in flight
All Nippon Airways (ANA) and two other Japanese companies jointly developed a fire-resistant bag that can be used to safely store personal electronic devices during flights.
Asia, Finance, Global, Japan, OTAs & Tour Operators, Startups, Taiwan, Technology, Tourism, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
KKday raises US$70 million for global expansion
Innovative online travel platform KKday announced that it has raised about $70 million in funding, marking a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Australia, Global, Technology, Travel related Products
Qantas and Sabre extend long-term distribution agreement
Sabre Corporation recently extended its long-term distribution agreement with Qantas, Australia’s largest airline.
Global, India, Technology
NaviSavi trial proves UGC travel videos get up to 9X more clicks than professional videos
Travel themed user generated content (UGC) gained up to nine times more click throughs than professional videos when used in trial marketing campaigns, short-form video travel marketplace NaviSavi has confirmed.
Asia, Corporate & Business, Global, Partner content, Singapore, Technology, Travel Agents, Travel Agents - Partner Content, Travel related Products
Transformative Experience of AI in Business Travel
Ben Wedlock, Senior Vice President, Global Sales, Asia Pacific, BCD Travel talks to TDM about the transformative power of Artificial intelligence in business travel. Wedlock highlights how AI greatly contributes to an organisation’s cost optimisation through predictive analytics, streamlines expense reporting, enhances traveller safety through risk management tools, and offers round-the-clock customer support.
Global, MICE, Scotland, Technology
Don’t fear AI; embrace it as your “digital twin”: Tom McGarry
Arival recently held its event between 23-25 November in Edinburgh, Scotland. Arival Activate Edinburgh was the company’s first event dedicated to the UK, Ireland, and the Nordic regions.
Global, MICE, Scotland, Technology
‘Experiences’ now a USD 300 billion sector: Quinby
Arival, launched its first-ever UK event in Edinburgh with a focus on the dynamic tours, activities, and attractions sector.
Global, Hotel Technology, Travel Agents
HomeToGo announces Travel Agency Hub by HomeToGo_PRO Doppelgänger
HomeToGo SE, the SaaS-enabled marketplace with the world’s largest selection of vacation rentals, announced the launch of Travel Agency Hub by HomeToGo_PRO Doppelgänger (“Travel Agency Hub”).
Asia, Associations, Australia, Finance, Global, Oceania, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Technology, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
ATIA upholds commitment to safeguard members’ data
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding the sensitive financial data of its members in light of ongoing preparations for the FY24 accreditation-renewal period.
Asia, Awards, Philippines, Technology
Novotel Manila Araneta City takes home Midscale Hotel of the Year – Philippines accolade
This award highlights the hotel’s seamless integration of online and offline experiences to enhance guest satisfaction.
Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology
HotelPartner joins the Scottish Tourism Alliance
HotelPartner Revenue Management has joined the Scottish Tourism Alliance as a Platinum Patron Partner at a time of growth for the country’s hotel sector.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, Turkey
Turkish Airlines and Refik Anadol present “Inner Portrait” in Türkiye
The documentary showcasing the transformation of the experiences of four people from four different continents who have never travelled into a work of art was also screened for the first time.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Japan, Reports, Technology, Travel related Products
Japan Airlines and NEC Corporation hold trial for new baggage counting solution
Japan Airlines Co Ltd (JAL) and the NEC Corporation (NEC) recently conducted a joint trial of the upcoming NEC Baggage Counting Solution.
Global, Technology, Theme Parks, United States
Resorts World Las Vegas selects Alliants
In a city where the extraordinary is an everyday experience, Resorts World Las Vegas is ready to elevate luxury and convenience to new heights through an exciting collaboration with technology innovator Alliants.
Global, Middle East, Technology
Transreport ‘s Travel Assistance App to simplify Travel in the UAE
Transreport, an accessibility technology company, enhances accessible travel for Disabled and older passengers in the Middle East.
Global, Technology, Travel Agents
The Trip Boutique AI joins forces with Amadeus
Global commercial partnership will bring AI-powered personalization and efficiency to travel agencies worldwide.
Saudi Arabia, Technology
Appknox launches in Saudi Arabia
Global leader in mobile app security brings advanced capabilities and local compliance measures to the Kingdom, unveiling innovations at Black Hat MEA 2024
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Australia, GDS, Global, Technology
Qantas announces new distribution model
Qantas announced a new model for travel agents to access airline fares today, 27th November, as part of its ongoing line of improvements.
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Maxamation’s Aviator system boosts fastjet’s revenues
Africa’s leading low-cost airline fastjet is currently reaping the benefits of using Maxamation’s Aviator revenue management systems.
Global, Mobile & Social, Reports
62% of travellers who planned trips on social media made purchase decisions based on content they viewed: Phocuswright
Madeline List, Manager of Research and Special Projects at Phocuswright, presented key findings from the firm’s latest consumer research study, “Scroll, Heart, Fly: Social Media’s Impact on Travel 2024.”
Global, Reports, Technology
Experienced operators need to increase tech adoption: Arival
Despite the growth of online channels, many operators still lack modern booking systems, potentially hindering their growth and efficiency.
China, Finance, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Payment Solutions, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards
Alipay joins Nihao! China Tourism Partnership Programme
Alipay announced the launch of a China Travel Voucher Pack for international travelers in collaboration with several partners, including online
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, China, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Singapore, Technology, Travel related Products
Amadeus gives Lazada and Fliggy a boost for Singles’ Day
Collaboration between Amadeus, Fliggy, and Lazada has enabled the online travel agency and retail platform to ramp up their air travel offerings for the critical 11th November shopping event known as the Double 11 Festival or Singles’ Day.
Global, Mobile & Social, Technology
Trevolution Group launches eSIM feature for its Dreampass Plus Members
Catering to the growing demand for convenient and stress-free travel solutions, Trevolution Group operating ASAP Tickets, Skylux Travel, Oojo, Triplicity, and other major travel brands, has introduced a new eSIM feature within its Dreampass Plus loyalty program.
Global, India, Technology
IDeaS achieves record-breaking year
IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, has announced it has more than doubled revenue in Germany year-on-year since 2023.
Global, India, Technology, Weddings & Honeymoon
Customised vouchers ahead of the wedding season
STAAH offers an effective solution to keep both guests and hotel owners happy this wedding season! Its customised vouchers are a game-changer for the hospitality industry and a powerful tool to build brand loyalty and expand guest reach.
Global, Hotel Technology, Reports
“No one is pushing the hotel industry to change faster than the savvy Indian traveller”: SiteMinder
SiteMinder, the world’s hotel distribution and revenue platform, has released SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report 2025, the largest survey globally on accommodation, revealing that Indian travellers are emerging as the most influential change-driving force in the global hotel industry.
Global, Hotel Technology
RateGain launches Demand Booster
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 and improve return on ad spend (ROAS).
Americas, Asia, Cruise, Europe, Expedition Cruising, Global, Japan, Mobile & Social, Pacific Islands, River Cruising, Technology, Travel related Products, United States
Windstar Cruises introduces new online booking engine
Small-ship cruise firm Windstar Cruises launched its new online booking engine through its official website.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, China, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Quarterly Reports, Reports, Technology, Tourism
Trip.com reveals Q3-2024 results
Trip.com announced robust growth in its financial and operations results for the quarter ending 30th September 2024.
Annual Reports, Asia, Finance, Global, Indonesia, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Technology, Thailand, Tourism, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
Traveloka’s Caesar Indra shares insights regarding fraud prevention in travel
Traveloka president Caesar Indra shared his thoughts regarding the need for fraud prevention in the global travel sector in a recent op-ed piece he shared online.
Asia, Bali, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Indonesia, Luxury Travel, Technology
AYANA Bali reveals its freshly redesigned website
AYANA Hospitality announced the launch of AYANA Bali’s newly redesigned, reengineered, and more immersive website.
Annual Reports, Asia, China, Events, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology, Hotels, India, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Singapore, Summit, Technology, Tourism, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
WiT experts: Uneven recovery seen in Asia Pacific travel markets
Experts pointed out the uneven recovery of the Asia Pacific travel market post-pandemic at the recently concluded Web in Travel conference in Singapore.
Airports, Global, Taiwan, Technology
Taipei Taoyuan International Airport chooses SITA
SITA is partnering with Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to revolutionize their passenger processing solutions.
Asia, Corporate & Business, Global, HR & Careers, Human Resources, Interviews, On The Deck, Singapore, Technology, Travel Agents
We empower our leaders to build diverse leadership teams: Chee
Organisations must prioritise hiring and developing the best talent based on merit while considering diverse representations. TDM interviews Karen Chee, Vice President, People & Culture, Asia Pacific, BCD Travel on the changing phases of women empowerment, sustainability and advancing technologies.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Americas, Asia, Brazil, Global, Indonesia, Reports, Technology
Embraer and PT Dirgantara Indonesia sign collaborative understanding
Embraer and Indonesian aerospace firm PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering collaboration in the commercial aviation sector.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, China, Global, Hong Kong, Technology, Travel related Products
Amadeus expands partnership with Cathay Pacific
Travel technology provider Amadeus recently expanded its partnership with Hong Kong flag-carrier Cathay Pacific in order to provide cutting-edge technologies.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Associations, Brunei, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, China, Global, India, Technology
Asia Pacific airline growth surges despite challenges
Leaders of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), gathered for its 68th Assembly of Presidents in Brunei Darussalam on 12th and 13th November to discuss the future of aviation in the region.
Global, Mergers & Acquisitions, Technology, Travel related Products
HID acquires IXLA
HID, a worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions, today announced it has acquired IXLA, an Italian manufacturer of advanced laser and color personalization systems for cards and passports.
Global, Technology
AI-powered travel scams to watch out for this Christmas holiday
Christoph C. Cemper, founder of AIPRM provides expert comment on identifying AI scams when booking holidays online, as well as what to do if you think you have fallen victim to an AI scam.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Asia, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Global, Philippines, Technology
Cebu Pacific deploys sustainable electric baggage tractors
Filipino airline Cebu Pacific ramped up its commitment to sustainable aviation by deploying 13 electric baggage tractors for its ground operations at Terminals 2 and three of Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Events, Global, Philippines, Reports, Technology
Philippine Airlines goes with Airbus S. Fleet Performance+ suite
Philippine Airlines and its subsidiary PAL Express selected Airbus’ S. Fleet Performance + (S.FP+) suite to support predictive maintenance and health monitoring across their entire Airbus fleet.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airports, Asia, Global, Reports, Taiwan, Technology, Travel related Products
Taipei Taoyuan Airport goes with SITA technologies for passenger processing
The Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) recently partnered with travel tech solutions firm SITA to revolutionise its passenger processing solutions.
Global, Technology, Tourism
Agoda boosts airline offering in Asia Pacific with new Amadeus partnership
Singapore-headquartered digital travel platform Agoda will access the Amadeus Travel Platform and begin offering travelers the opportunity to book a wide range of tailored content from Amadeus’ partner airlines.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Reports, Singapore, Startups, Technology, Thailand
Millennium Hotels and Resorts Partners with Aiello
Natural Language Processing (NLP) startup Aiello just announced its partnership with Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR).
Global, India, Technology
RateGain announces results for Q2 & H1FY25
RateGain a global provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for the hospitality and travel industry, announced its Q2 & H1FY25 financial results ending on September 30, 2024.
Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Global, Technology
SITA and IPS launch gold standard offer
SITA has announced the formal integration of IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its SITA Airports portfolio.
Global, Reports, Technology
True automated AI in travel is coming: Phocuswright
The travel industry is on the cusp of a major transformation, driven by the rise of autonomous AI agents, according to a new report from Phocuswright.
Airlines and Aviation, France, Global, Technology
Amex GBT partners with Air France and KLM to scale up NDC content
American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) has announced an expanded roll-out phase of new distribution capability (NDC) fares with Air France and KLM.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, China, Consumer, Finance, Global, Japan, Mobile & Social, Payment Solutions, Reports, Singapore, Technology
Alipay+ expands partnership with Japan’s PayPay
Japanese QR payment operator PayPay announced an expanded partnership with Ant International’s cross-border mobile payment solution Alipay+.
Global, Saudi Arabia, Technology, Tourism Boards
STA launches beta version of Sara AI
The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) this week unveiled SARA, a cutting-edge AI digital human developed to represent Welcome to Arabia as a brand ambassador, a travel companion and personal concierge.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Events, Global, Kazakhstan, Technology
Air Astana completes first 12-year C-check
Air Astana announced that it is now the first Kazakh carrier to carry out a heavy maintenance 12-Year C-check
Asia, Attractions, Cultural Tourism, Events, Global, Singapore, Technology, Tourism
Singapore’s Wings of Time celebrates 10 years with a bigger, brighter fireworks display
Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG) celebrates a decade of Singapore’s award-winning spectacle Wings of Time this December, honouring the over six million visitors worldwide who have shared in its magic since 2014.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, Australia, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Technology, Travel related Products
Cygnett announces partnership with Luxury Escapes
Australian tech accessory brand Cygnett entered a new partnership with travel firm Luxury Escapes to keep travellers powered and connected on their next escape.
Corporate & Business, Technology
CWT turbocharges its business intelligence and reporting solution with new AI-powered features
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 search, visualize, and analyze travel data and make insightful decisions.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Asia, Events, Global, Groundbreaking and Construction, New Zealand, Technology
Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand announce expansion at Christchurch Engine Centre
Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand recently hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for a US$150 million, 14,000 square metre expansion of its Christchurch Engine Centre.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, India, Technology
Air India advances partnership with Sabre with launch of NDC content
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 airline.
Global, Technology, Tourism
Amadeus reports strong third quarter results
In the first nine months of 2024, Amadeus delivered double-digit growth with enhanced profitability, delivering expanding EBITDA and Operating Income margins.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, Attractions, Global, Hospitality, Hotels, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Singapore, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Travel related Products
Singapore Tourism Board signs understanding with Skyscanner
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and global travel app Skyscanner signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote Singapore as a preferred travel destination.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Bhutan, Finance, Global, Payment Solutions, Reports, Technology, Travel related Products
Bhutan Airlines partners with payment orchestration platform FinMont
Bhutan Airlines recently entered a new partnership with FinMont, a global payment orchestration platform, to streamline its payment system.
Attractions, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Travel related Products
RocketRez revolutionises guest communication for tours and attractions with Relay
Canadian tours and attractions platform developer RocketRez is slated to launch a new communication automation platform on Tuesday, 12th November.
Global, Hotel Technology
Sabre Hospitality unveils SynXis Insights
Sabre Hospitality announced the launch of SynXis Insights, an advanced data and analytics tool designed to empower hoteliers with actionable insights to drive decision-making and optimize performance.
Global, Hospitality, Technology
‘Hospitable’ recovers over USD36,000 in lost direct booking revenue
Vacation rental management platform Hospitable has successfully reclaimed over $36,000 in lost direct booking revenue for its customers within just one week of launching its new Abandoned Bookings tool.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Europe, Events, Germany, Global, Hospitality, Technology, Thailand
Lufthansa celebrates 65 years of connecting Thailand with Germany and the rest of the world
Lufthansa recently marked a significant milestone in its history: the 65th anniversary of its inaugural flight from Hamburg to Bangkok.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Travelport and TAP Air Portugal commit to NDC content and servicing delivery on Travelport+
Travelport and Transportes Aéreos Portugueses (TAP Air Portugal) announced that they have signed a multi-source content distribution agreement that includes both NDC content and traditional content for Travelport’s agency customers
Asia, Attractions, Cultural Tourism, Ecotourism, England, Europe, Events, Festivals, Food & Drink, Global, Hospitality, Malaysia, Mobile & Social, Sports Tourism, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Travel related Products, UK, World Travel Market
Sarawak Tourism Board presents Gateway to Borneo programme at WTM 2024
The Sarawak Tourism Board introduced its transformative Gateway to Borneo campaign at this year’s World Travel Market in London, England.
Global, Technology, Transport, UK
Technology and innovation drive evolution in ground transportation at TIS
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 growth.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Taiwan, Technology, Travel related Products
EVA Air launches 24/7 customer service line
Taiwanese independent airline EVA Air officially launched its 24/7 customer service, offering around-the-clock support exclusively in English and Chinese.
Air, Airports, Asia, Associations, China, Events, Global, Hong Kong, MICE, Summit, Technology
Super Terminal Expo 2024 opens in Hong Kong
The inaugural Super Terminal Expo 2024 opened on Tuesday, 5th November at AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong, welcoming over 500 international and local aviation professionals.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Events, Exhibitions and Expositions, Global, Singapore, Summit, Technology, Travel related Products
SITA announces participation at FTE APEX Asia Expo 2024
Aviation sector IT provider SITA announced its participation at the upcoming FTE APEX Asia Expo slated for the 19th and 20th of this month.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Finance, Global, Japan, Reports, Startups, Technology, Travel related Products
ANA Future Frontier Fund to invest in Sakana AI
ANA Future Frontier Fund LP, the corporate venture capital fund of ANA Holdings Inc, announced its investment in Tokyo-based artificial
Asia, Cruise, Global, Singapore, Technology, Travel related Products
SITA digital travel solutions revolutionise passenger experience at Singapore Cruise Centre
SITA is set to revolutionise the ferry passenger experience in Singapore with its digital travel solutions.
Asia, Global, New Zealand, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Travel related Products
Pacific Tourism Organisation to develop digital platform to drive sustainable tourism
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is currently working with Trove Tourism Development Advisors to develop the Digital Measurement and Benchmarking Platform (DMBP) which contains sustainable and digital marketing indicators.
Global, Hotel Technology
Hotel Assistant: World’s first end-to-end AI voice hotel agents take 10,000 calls a day
HotelPlanner, a globally leading travel technology company powering millions of hotel bookings worldwide, has announced the launch of Hotel Assistant, the world’s first end-to-end global team of AI powered booking assistants fielding calls from customers around the world for reservations across more than one million properties
Global, Hotel Technology
FLYR upgrades FLYR Hospitality Insights
FLYR, the technology company that unlocks freedom to innovate for the hospitality industry, announced a major upgrade to its popular business intelligence platform, FLYR Hospitality Insights.
Global, Technology
GIATA launches MultiCodes utility
GIATA GmbH, the global partner for hotel content and technology solutions for the travel industry, announces the launch of the MultiCodes Utility, the new MultiCodes interface designed to provide easy access to complex tech data to non-tech professionals, providing wider and independent use of the tool among company stakeholders.
Appointment announcement, Appointments, Asia, Australia, China, Global, Hong Kong, HR & Careers, Middle East, Technology, Travel related Products
HBX Group announces new appointments in global sales and MEAPAC teams
HBX Group announced the promotion of three senior executives to new strategic roles within its sales and sourcing teams.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Associations, Consumer, Finance, Global, Technology, Thailand, Travel related Products
Javier Orejas discusses IATA Pay
Travel Daily Media caught up with IATA’s head of global banking Javier Orejas who gave us a closer look at IATA Pay and how it works.
Cruise, Global, Mergers & Acquisitions, Reports, Technology, Travel related Products
Juniper Group acquires Traveltek
Travel technologies developer Traveltek announced that it has been acquired by the Juniper Group.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Asia, Associations, China, Events, Global, Hong Kong, Japan, Summit, Technology, Thailand, Travel related Products
IATA announces that a fully digital travel experience is now closer to reality
IATA and its partners have successfully demonstrated that the industry is ready to deliver a fully digital air travel experience.
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IATA Global Passenger Survey shows passengers want more convenience via improved processes
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the results of its 2024 Global Passenger Survey during its joint World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium in Bangkok.
China, Europe, GDS, Global
DidaTravel sees sales growth from Europe ahead of WTM
DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel distribution company, continues to expand its footprint across Europe, announcing remarkable growth rates of +100% from both an inbound and outbound perspective.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Annual Reports, Asia, Breaking News, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Global, Reports, Technology, Thailand
IATA urges Thailand to strengthen foundations of its aviation sector
IATA urged Thailand to strengthen the foundations of its aviation sector as it emerges from the impact of COVID-19.
Asia, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Mobile & Social, Philippines, Technology
Hotel101 Global app hits 500,000 registered users milestone
Hotel101 Global achieved the milestone of exceeding 500,000 registered users on its Hotel101 Global mobile application.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Associations, Finance, Global, Technology, Travel related Products
How IATA Easy Pay helps agents with their work
IATA Easy Pay is a fast and secure service that today’s travel agents need to make their work easier and their transactions safer.
Asia, Finance, Global, Singapore, Technology, Travel related Products
Singapore’s Trust Bank and Income Insurance Limited team up for TravelShiok
Singapore’s Trust Bank teamed up with Income Insurance Ltd for TravelShiok, a new travel insurance product exclusively for the bank’s customers.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Asia, Associations, Breaking News, China, Events, Features, Finance, Global, Summit, Technology, Thailand, Travel related Products
IATA to offer digital currencies in financial settlement systems
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it will offer digital currencies in the financial settlement systems it operates for the aviation industry.
Associations, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, HR & Careers, Human Resources, Technology
Profitroom on the lookout for 1000 Hotel Stories
Profitroom announced that it is looking for 1000 Hotel Stories from those in the hospitality sector to feature in its inspirational film The Keepers of a Thousand Stories.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotels, Indonesia, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, South Korea, Technology, Travel Agents
Traveloka partners with Lotte Hotels and Resorts for exclusive deals
Traveloka announced a new partnership with Lotte Hotels and Resorts, South Korea’s largest hotel group, today, 29th October.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, UK
Saga Travel Group appoints Sabre as its travel tech provider
Sabre Corporation announced a new, strategic multi-year agreement with Saga Travel Group, who provide award winning tours, hotel holidays and tailor-made adventures for the over 50s
Global, Technology, Travel Trade Show, UK
Sabre sets the stage for innovation at WTM London 2024
Sabre Corporation a software and technology provider for the global travel industry, will participate in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2024, from November 5-7 at ExCeL London.
Global, Technology
Klook deepens partnership with Google Cloud
Travel platform player is building organization-wide AI capabilities that will personalize and optimize experiences for customers
Appointment announcement, Appointments, Global, Hotel Technology, HR & Careers, Human Resources, India, Middle East, Technology, Travel related Products
Bakuun Holdings announces new appointment for Samyra Krooswijk
Bakuun Holdings announced the appointment of Samyra Krooswijk as its new vice-president of sales for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia.
Associations, Europe, Events, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Spain, Startups, Summit, Technology, Tourism, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
EU experts: the future of tourism is written in artificial intelligence
Speakers at this year’s Tourism Innovation Summit (TIS) recently discussed the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in the tourism sector and European regulations related to its use.
Asia, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Travel Agents, Travel related Products, Vietnam
Appier empowers Vietourist with AI-driven solutions
Appier announced that its technical partnership with Vietnamese tourism company Vietourist has been successful.
Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings, Asia, China, Events, Global, Hong Kong, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Singapore, Summit, Technology, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
Klook expands partnership with Google Cloud
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 tackle travellers’ and merchants’ most pressing needs.
Awards, Interviews, Malaysia, Technology
JLL’s Paavan Patel: Ensure guest experience enhancements are aligned with business objectives
JLL vice-president for advisory and asset management Paavan Patel shares his insights and recommendations for the Asian hospitality sector in this exclusive interview.
Asia, China, Events, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Restaurant, Singapore, Technology
KEENON Robotics presents innovative hotel technologies at Food & Hotel Asia-HoReCa Singapore 2024
KEENON Robotics showcased its latest innovations at Food & Hotel Asia-HoReCa Singapore 2024 in partnership with Truly Robotics.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Startups, Technology, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
TravelAI declares end of its “proof of concept” phase
Travel technology firm TravelAI.com announced that its applied use of AI is already delivering returns for 2024.
Annual and Interim Reports, Annual Reports, Asia, China, Events, Finance, Global, Reports, Summit, Technology, Travel related Products
SUNRATE presents white paper on cross-border B2B travel payments at Travel Tech Asia
SUNRATE announced the release of a new white paper titled Navigating the Complexities of Cross-Border B2B Travel Payments: Practical Insights for Travel Intermediaries
Asia, Cultural Tourism, Food & Drink, Global, Mobile & Social, Singapore, Tourism, Tourism Boards
Singapore Tourism Board’s new campaign casts the spotlight on the country as a culinary destination
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) recently launched the Made in Singapore (MIS) global positioning campaign that cements Singapore’s status as a Culinary Capital.
Airlines and Aviation, Asia, China, Global, Hong Kong, Technology, Travel related Products
Cathay Pacific’s Aria Suite officially takes off
Cathay Pacific continues to raise the standards for customer experience as it recently unveiled its all-new Business class, Aria Suite.
Asia, Attractions, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Cultural Tourism, Events, Food & Drink, Global, Hospitality, Japan, Singapore, Technology, Tourism
Food Japan 2024 heads to Singapore
Food Japan 2024, the ASEAN’s premier exhibition for Japanese food and beverage (F&B) products, technology, and services, returns for its 12th edition.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, United States
United helps 20,000+ customers find the right aircraft for their wheelchair
Launched in March 2024, new digital feature better matches aircraft size with wheelchair dimensions and has helped boost overall customer satisfaction scores by nearly four points.
Global, Technology
Generative AI can redefine customer experiences: Accenture
Accenture just launched research – which reveals that almost one in 7 (66%) travellers said they’re dissatisfied with the planning options available to them today.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Moove, iJet and Euroairlines Group join forces
As business aviation aims to optimize its scheduled empty sectors, Moove, iJet and Euroairlines are launching a large-scale trial to optimize aircraft occupancy by adding the advantages of corporate flights to a new market.
Awards, Hotel Technology, Thailand
Atiom brings home the award for innovation at the TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Thailand
Atiom’s uniquely comprehensive platform offers AI-powered content and advanced analytics to supercharge hospitality service excellence.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, India, Technology
Travelport and Air India Fast-Track NDC Content and Servicing Delivery on Travelport+
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, and Air India, India’s leading global airline, announced that they are accelerating the launch of NDC content and servicing for Travelport-connected agencies.
Awards, Mobile & Social, Thailand
WebBeds nabs TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Thailand for unique marketing campaign
It has achieved a 39% average increase in room nights and 26% average increase in Cost of Sale through the campaign.
Global, Technology, Visa updates
EU delays Entry/Exit System launch
The European Union has decided to delay once again the implementation of the Entry/Exit System (EES), which was set for November 10 of this year. As informed by a news report in Schengen News.
Global, Technology
FullyRamped raises USD 2.3M to train sales reps faster with AI role-play
FullyRamped’s voice AI platform enables reps to have ‘infinite at-bats’, helping them practice their skills against AI-powered ‘Practice Prospects’.
Global, Technology
CTS partners with DidaTravel
CTS, the software-as-a-service private-label platform designed for closed-user groups like membership organizations and loyalty programs, is excited to announce a new partnership with DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel wholesaler – as a new supplier to its platform.
Asia, Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Taiwan, Technology, Travel related Products
Information breach exposes hotel guests’ data in Taiwan
Blockchain technology solutions company OwlTing inadvertently exposed 765,000 users’ sensitive data in Taiwan by leaving open access to its AWS storage (S3).
Asia, Events, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Singapore, Startups, Summit, Technology, Tourism, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
Asia-Pacific travel leaders troop to Singapore for the Web in Travel conference
Over 500 global travel leaders convened in Singapore on Monday, 14th October, for the annual Web in Travel (WiT) conference.
China, Cultural Tourism, Global, Mobile & Social, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards
East Chinese province of Ningbo promotes itself with a social media micro-drama
A bilingual micro-drama in Chinese and English titled 144 Hours in Ningbo recently captivated viewers on various online platforms.
Mobile & Social, Technology
App from NexusTours introduces new features
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 the NexusTours App with new functionalities.
Asia, Global, Indonesia, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Tourism, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
Indonesia’s tiket.com extends its long-running partnership with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced the extension of its long-standing partnership with pioneering Indonesian online travel agent tiket.com.
Technology, Train
TGV Lyria chooses Moment to transform its onboard digital experience
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 the travel industry.
Brazil, Global, Mobile & Social
Nomad’s global travel perk drives loyalty for its banking app
eSIM Go, providers of pioneering digital mobile services, announced it is enabling Nomad to launch and operate Nomad Chip, a unique travel eSIM proposition for its 2m Brazilian customers around the world.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Saudi Arabia, Technology
Riyadh Air selects SabreMosaic
Riyadh Air, poised to become one of the most forward-thinking airlines globally, has entered into a strategic agreement with Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a global leader in software and technology powering the travel industry.
Cruise, Global, Hotel Technology, Luxury Travel, Ocean Cruising, Technology, Travel related Products
Grupo Vidanta expands partnership with cruisePAL
Booking solutions developer cruisePAL announced that Mexican hospitality firm Grupo Vidanta recently expanded their partnership.
Mobile & Social
B2B2C sales route for “eSIMs as an experience”
Hubby – the worldwide mobile internet solution for travel sellers and travel providers to keep customers connected in-destination – has confirmed that it is about to close a successful second full year of trading that proves its B2B2C sales route hypothesis.
Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels
GDS is a cost-effective distribution channel for hotels: D-EDGE
D-EDGE Hospitality Solutions, a provider of Central Reservation Systems (CRS) and GDS connectivity for thousands of hotels worldwide, has released new findings showing that the Global Distribution System (GDS) is more cost-effective than widely believed.
Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels, India
Chokhi Dhani Group gets direct booking surge with STAAH
In STAAH, the Indian hospitality group found a sophisticated system to help manage room types and yield rules and boost direct revenue by 30%.
Asia, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Singapore, South Korea, Technology
South Korea’s Lotte Hotels and Resorts shifts to Sabre SynXis Central Reservations System
Lotte Hotels and Resorts announced that Sabre Hospitality technologies now make up its primary reservation platform.
Annual Reports, Asia, Attractions, China, Global, India, Luxury Travel, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Technology, Tourism, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
Expedia report shows how tourism sector can meet needs of Asia’s mass-affluent travellers
Expedia Group recently presented the results of a study highlighting the travel preferences of the growing Asian middle class,
Global, Mobile & Social, Technology, Tourism
TTS announces TMA 5.0: The biggest update ever to Travelport Mobile Agent
TTS – Travel Technology & Solutions announces the launch of Travelport Mobile Agent (TMA) 5.0, the biggest update to Travelport Mobile Agent ever.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Technology
SITA opens new hub in Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
flynas partners with HBX Group and Onlinetravel to relaunch nasholidays platform
flynas, the low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announces the relaunch of its leisure and holidays platform.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
RateHawk launches rail travel booking services for travel professionals
RateHawk, an online B2B platform for booking hotels, air tickets, and transfers, has introduced a rail travel booking service on its platform. RateHawk’s partners – travel agents, operators, and other industry professionals worldwide – can now book rail tickets across various European destinations.
Air, Global, Technology
Datalex launches Stellex
Datalex, a market leader in retail technology focused on the airline market, announces the name of its Offer & Order Management System, Stellex.
Global, Technology
Travel Cue sets ambitious global expansion plans with a renewed Amadeus agreement
Building on its success, Travel Cue is now poised for even greater growth through a renewed partnership with Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology.
Global, Technology, Tourism
CTS sees 63% of transactions outside of the US
Custom Travel Solutions (CTS), the software-as-a-service private-label platform for closed-user groups such as membership organizations & loyalty programs to sell travel, is seeing significant international growth, with 63% of its transactions now taking place outside of the United States.
Events, Global, Middle East, Technology
Riverbed Event highlights growing adoption of unified observability among META ‘Digital-First’ enterprises
IDC research shared at the end-customer event showed 50% of META enterprises face challenges balancing digital innovations while managing daily operational issues.
Global, Hotel Technology
Cloudbeds integrates PXier to enhance sales, catering, and spa management capabilities
Cloudbeds has announced a preferred partnership with PXier, a leader in sales, catering, and spa management software solutions.
Asia, China, Cultural Tourism, Festivals, Finance, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Tourism, Travel related Products
Alipay reports surge in tourism transactions throughout Golden Week
Chinese mobile payment service Alipay reported a surge in outbound and inbound tourism transactions during the country’s weeklong celebration of its National Day.
Airports, Global, India, Technology
Digi Yatra launches d-KYC campaign; promises convenience with privacy
Digi Yatra, a cutting-edge Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) based ecosystem utilising face biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processing at airports, has announced the launch of its d-KYC Campaign
Asia, Attractions, China, Events, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Macau, South Korea, Summit, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Travel related Products
SJM Resorts presents the best of Macau for business travellers in Seoul
SJM Resorts, SA (SJM) showed off the best that Macau can offer business travellers at this year’s Trip.Biz Business Travel Summit on 30th September.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Globick, Juniper Travel Technology, and GoNexus Group have partnered
NexusCube, the B2B division of GoNexus Group, and Juniper Travel Technology, a renowned in travel technology, have formally entered into a strategic agreement with Globick, a prominent B2B connectivity platform for tours and experiences.
Features, Global, Mobile & Social
Surfshark’s thought-provoking ‘naked people’ campaign highlights social media privacy concerns
The campaign featured individuals wearing signs instead of clothes, urging social media giants to prioritise privacy and stop leaving their users feeling ‘naked’.
Asia, Bali, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Indonesia, MICE, Mobile & Social, Technology, Travel related Products
Mulia Hotels presents its enhanced guest-friendly website
Mulia Hotels announced the launch of its newly redesigned website which offers an enhanced and user-friendly experience for guests seeking extraordinary stays at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali, and Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta.
Asia, China, Finance, Global, India, Middle East, Mobile & Social, Singapore, Startups, Technology, Travel related Products
Travel eSIM provider Truely completes latest financing round
Truely announced that it just completed a US$3.5 million round of financing led by 1982 Ventures with participation from Beenext, and Kopital Ventures.
Global, Hotel Technology, Mergers & Acquisitions
Cendyn acquires Knowland
Cendyn, a global hospitality cloud-based technology company, has acquired Knowland, the US-based leader in data-as-a-service intelligence on meetings and events for hospitality.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Titanic Hotels selects IDeaS G3 RMS
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, to optimize its revenue strategy across their German portfolio.
Global, Mobile & Social, Reports
Social media’s evolving role in travel: More than just inspiration, it’s driving bookings
A new study by Phocuswright, a travel industry research firm, reveals that social media has evolved beyond a mere source of travel inspiration. It’s now a powerful force driving actual bookings and influencing key decisions throughout the traveler’s journey.
Asia, Finance, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Japan, Startups, Technology
Aiello completes latest funding round for its Asian expansion
Aiello announced today, 2nd October, the successful completion of its latest US$5 million funding round.
Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Global, Reports, Technology
Sabre releases 2024 Sustainability Report, introducing new Travel Positive strategy
The report highlights the company’s progress and commitment to sustainability and introduces its new Travel Positive strategy – focused on People, Planet, and Prosperity.
Global, Technology, Travel Agents
Redbird launches conversational AI platform
With the launch of its AI chat platform, Redbird is filling this void through AI agents designed to perform advanced data analytics on top of tooling that securely integrates with an organization’s data ecosystem.
Global, Hotel Technology
Mirai integrates with channel manager Omnibees
Mirai announces its latest integration with Omnibees – a leading channel manager with a strong presence in Latin America – , expanding its already extensive list of channel manager partnerships.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Qatar Airways partners with TPConnects
Oryx Portal- Qatar Airways’ NDC booking portal, powered by TPConnects, will boost revenue through relevant offers, including ancillary services.
Events, Global, Technology
Hotel leaders to explore the use of AI and new technologies at TIS2024
Hotel chains such as Hilton, Barceló, AR Hoteles, Radisson, Meliá and Ilunion will share the latest strategies, trends and challenges of the sector at the Hospitality Tech Forum
Africa, Americas, Asia, Awards, China, Conferences - Partner Content, Europe, Global, India, Middle East, Partner content, Technology
How to create awards programmes that resonate
Awards programmes need to constantly adapt to remain relevant and generate revenue. Evessio’s published a report to shed light on strategies.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Living Hotels invests in digitalisation
Living Hotels, the family-run brand with a portfolio of 18 apartment hotels offering individual spaces for working, has improved guest and staff experience through the digitalisation of operations and hotel management.
Asia, China, Global, Hong Kong, Japan, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, South Korea, Taiwan, Technology, Tourism, Train, Transport
Odakyu Electric Railway and Klook introduce a new way to buy tickets to key Japanese destinations
Japanese railway firm Odakyu Electric Railway Co, Ltd and Hong Kong-based travel solutions developer Klook Travel Technology Limited present a new way by which foreign travellers can buy tickets to some of the country’s most popular destinations.
Corporate & Business, Technology, Tourism
Sabre partners with Google to reduce environmental impact of business travel
Sabre Corporation and Google have joined forces to use the Travel Impact Model (TIM) for the first time in calculating past emissions from business travel.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
CitizenPlane launches operating system to shape the future of Airline Growth
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.
Global, Technology
HBX Group launches ‘Marketing Suite’
HBX Group, a global B2B travel technology company, announces the launch of its Marketing Suite, a combination of marketing services designed to inspire, convert, and drive growth in the travel space.
Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Cruise, Global, Ocean Cruising, Technology
AIDA Cruises begins operations at Oslo on-shore power system
AIDA Cruises and the Port of Oslo recently opened a new on-shore power system meant to supply cruise ships with shore power during their stay in port.
Annual and Interim Reports, Annual Reports, Asia, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reports, Technology, Tourism, Travel Agents
Klook marks 10th anniversary with comprehensive report
Klook released a report showing how it leverages its scale to introduce a range of initiatives to drive positive impact.
Airlines and Aviation, Australia, Global, Technology
Virgin Australia partners with Sabre to pioneer modern airline retailing via SabreMosaicTM
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 implementation of SabreMosaicTM, the revolutionary AI-driven platform built to transform airline retailing.
Asia, Attractions, China, Cruise, Events, Global, Hong Kong, Sports Tourism, Technology, Transport
Club Marina Cove brings back the Hong Kong International Boat Show 2024
Club Marina Cove announced that the Hong Kong International Boat Show 2024 will be held in Sai Kung from 28 November to 1 December 1, 2024.
Virgin Voyages and Ideagen team up for medical management agreement
Virgin Voyages and compliance software company Ideagen announced that they have entered a groundbreaking medical management agreement.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Iceland, Technology
PLAY airlines signs distribution agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation and Play airlines, a fast-growing Icelandic low-cost carrier, announced a multi-year distribution agreement.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, United States
FLYR unveils AI-powered Offer & Order Management System to revolutionise airline retailing
FLYR, the technology company that unlocks freedom to innovate for the travel industry, introduced its Offer & Order Management System (OOMS).
Airlines and Aviation, Brunei, Global, Technology
Airnguru partners with Royal Brunei Airlines to elevate pricing capabilities
Airnguru has announced a multi-year agreement with Royal Brunei Airlines, the flag carrier of the Sultanate of Brunei.
Asia, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Mobile & Social, Technology
SiteMinder and IDeaS bring dynamic revenue management to Asian hospitality
SiteMinder ushers in a new era of revenue management for hotels in Asia as it launches Dynamic Revenue Plus.
Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Technology
SiteMinder partners with IDeaS to make dynamic revenue management accessible to all hotels
SiteMinder is heralding a new era of revenue management for hotels with the unveiling of ‘Dynamic Revenue Plus’, the only solution for hotels to both access live market intelligence and take immediate action on their bookable inventory, pricing and distribution strategy.
Global, India, Technology, Tourism
Skyscanner partners with JioCinema’s ‘Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan’ for Bangladesh’s Tour of India
JioCinema announced that global travel app, Skyscanner, is coming onboard JioCinema’s free to play predict and win contest, Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan, in one of its first major partnerships in the Indian market.
Cruise, Global, Luxury Travel, Mobile & Social, Ocean Cruising, Technology, Travel related Products
Regent Seven Seas Cruises brings Starlink WiFi to its fleet
Regent Seven Seas Cruises announced that it has completed the installation of Starlink satellite internet on all six vessels in its fleet.
Air, Airports, Asia, Australia, Global, Technology, Travel related Products
Amadeus boosts the in-facility experience at Brisbane Airport
Brisbane Airport selected Amadeus technology to deliver an exceptional passenger experience at both its domestic and international terminals.
Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Global, Technology
Technology is the key to unlocking the passenger experience of the future: SITA
According to SITA’s newly released 2024 Passenger IT Insights report, travellers see technology as the key, eagerly embracing innovations like mobile-enabled Digital Travel.
Global, India, Road, Technology, Transport
Hitachi Payment Services partners with AbhiBus
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 booking platforms to implement an Integrated Ticketing Management System (IMTS) and provide cashless ticketing solutions for state-run buses in Himachal Pradesh.
Hotel Technology, Hotels
GIATA partners with RateHawk
This partnership will significantly enhance the accuracy of GIATA’s hotel data mapping solution, MultiCodes.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Brunei, Global, Technology, Travel related Products
Royal Brunei Airlines boosts pricing capabilities with Airnguru
Royal Brunei Airlines and airline automation solutions developer Airnguru formally signed a multi-year agreement on 18th September in Santiago, Chile.
Global, Road, Taxi, Technology
Uber runs on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
Uber, the largest on-demand mobility and delivery platform in the world, relies on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) to help support the rapid growth and more than one million trips that Uber powers every hour.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Malaysia, Technology, Travel related Products
Malaysia Airlines goes with Sabre PRISM to power corporate segment
Malaysia Airlines announced that it has chosen Sabre Corporation’s PRISM to power and optimize its corporate segment.
Finance, Global, Technology
Travelsoft unveils Travelsoft Pay
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 launched Travelsoft Pay for clients to respond to requests for improved payment solutions.
Cruise, Global, Technology
IDeaS and Virgin Voyages partner to bring advanced Revenue Management Solution to Cruise Industry
IDeaS Revenue Solutions, the provider of advanced revenue management software (RMS) and services, announced that it is expanding its industry-leading suite of revenue management solutions to the cruise industry through a partnership with Virgin Voyages.
Airports, Technology
Adani Airports launches ‘aviio’
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 platform for the airport ecosystem.
Airlines and Aviation, Airports, Technology
SITA unveils essential protection for aviation network communications
SITA has announced the launch of its new cybersecurity hardening solution, SITA Managed NAC (Network Access Control).
Asia, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Thailand, Tourism, Tourism Boards, Travel Agents
Traveloka teams up with Tourism Authority of Thailand
Southeast Asian travel platform Traveloka announced a new partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)geared towards promoting the country’s stunning destinations, unique experiences, and hidden gems during the green season.
Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Cruise, Global, Ocean Cruising, Technology
AIDA Cruises continues tests on biofuels
AIDA Cruises continues to perform tests using biofuels to evaluate their feasibility for regular ship operations, as well as their potential for future use.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, China, Consumer, Global, Hong Kong, Luxury Travel, Technology, Travel related Products
Cathay Pacific now offers onboard WIFI for first and business class passengers
Cathay Pacific customers travelling via first or business class may now enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi service on their flight.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Australia, Global, Oceania, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Travel Agents, Travel related Products
Virgin Australia enhances technical partnership with Amadeus
Virgin Australia announced that it recently expanded its distribution agreement with aviation IT solutions provider Amadeus following renewal.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Airports, China, Global, Technology, Travel related Products
China Eastern Airlines launches Eastern E-Services at Shanghai Pudong International Airport
China Eastern Airlines recently launched a new series of travel facilitation services at Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Australia, Global, Pacific Islands, Technology, Travel related Products
Tahiti’s Air Moana chooses Maxamation’s Aviator revenue management solution
Tahiti’s newest airline Air Moana announced that it has chosen Maxamation revenue management solution Aviator to boost its revenues per flight.
Asia, Global, Hospitality, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Japan, Technology
Japan tourism firm HIS Group upgrades amenities for Henn na Hotel chain
Innovative Japanese travel firm HIS Group seeks to shift the focus of its unique hotel chain with a slate of upgraded amenities.
Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology, Hotels, Middle East, OTAs & Tour Operators, Saudi Arabia, Technology
RateTiger Channel Manager improves online booking efficiency for Al Ebaa Hotel Makkah
Al Ebaa Hotel Makkah reports that it has successfully implemented the RateTiger Channel Manager for streamlining its online booking operations.
Appointment announcement, Appointments, Global, Hotel Management Company, Hotel Technology, HR & Careers, Human Resources, Middle East, Technology, Turkey
Rotana promotes Dominic Carr to chief information officer
Hotel management firm Rotana announced the promotion of Dominic Carr as its chief information officer for its operations in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye.
Cruise, Global, Ocean Cruising, Technology
AIDA Cruises unveils modernised fleet operations centre in Hamburg
AIDA Cruises officially opened its fully modernised fleet operations centre (FOC) in Hamburg, Germany on Monday, 2nd September.
Global, Hospitality, Middle East, Technology
MERED rolls out advanced digital tools for brokers and clients
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, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Global, Mobile & Social, Technology, Thailand
Airalo and Nok Air team up to simplify travel connectivity
Thai airline Nok Air teamed up with eSIM marketplace Airalo to help simplify travel connectivity for its passengers.
Global, Technology
AI and cybersecurity take center stage in Q2 2024 company filing: GlobalData
Global business sentiment witnessed a marginal improvement of 0.2% year-over-year (YoY) during the second quarter (Q2) of 2024.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Corporate & Business, Global, Philippines, Technology
Philippine Airlines to adopt Amadeus digital solutions
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
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Corporate & Business, Global, India, Malaysia, Technology, Travel Agents
Malaysia Airlines and Amadeus deploy NDC content for Indian travel agents
Malaysia Airlines and travel technology solutions firm Amadeus recently strengthened their partnership through the deployment of the former’s new distribution capacity (NDC) content to travel agents in India.
Global, Golfing, Technology, UK
Golf by Journey: Driving commercial success for UK resorts
Hotel technology company Journey is teeing up golf resorts for commercial success with their new Golf module, part of Journey’s Experience Management System (EMS).
Global, Technology
Companies that use Security AI and Automation reported USD 1.8 million lower Average Data Breach Cost in 2024
Despite considerable investments in security technology and solutions to prevent cybercrime, the average data breach cost has grown by more than one million over the past six years, reaching a whopping $4.88 million in 2024.
Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels, UK
SHR deepens partnership with Sweden’s iconic Gothia Towers
Hotel technology specialist SHR has announced that it has deepened its strategic partnership with Gothia Towers, Sweden’s largest hotel.
Global, Technology, United States
Satisfi Labs expands Destination Marketing Organizations (DMO) client-base with integrated experiences
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 Travel Nevada, Visit Los Cabos, Visit Jamaica, VISIT DENVER, Discover Long Island, Visit Raleigh, Visit Greater Palm Springs, GoProvidence, This is Cooperstown, Visit Oakland, Visit Port Aransas, and more.
Asia, Awards, Corporate & Business, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Bo Sun of Trip.com is CMO Asia Awards’ Marketing Professional of the Year
Bo Sun received the prestigious Marketing Professional of the Year award at the 2024 CMO Asia Awards for Excellence in Branding & Marketing.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Corporate & Business, Global, Malaysia, Technology
Malaysia Aviation Group to reduce operations till December 2024
This reflects the company’s drive to prioritise reliability and resilience in the face of recent disruptions
Global, Hotels, Technology, Travel Agents
In Q1 TBO Tek’s net profit rose 29% to INR 61 Cr and operating revenue increased 21% to INR 418.5 C
B2B travel portal Travel Boutique Online (TBO Tek) showed that its consolidated net profit rose 29% to INR 60.91 Cr in the first quarter (Q1) of financial year 2024-2025 (FY25) from INR 47.3 Cr in the same period a year ago
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Reviews, Technology
TourReview signs new collaboration with Fareharbor
TourReview has signed a new collaboration with Fareharbor to integrate with their booking system, allowing TourReview customers to easily use their Review Collector product.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Corporate & Business, Global, Indonesia, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Plusgrade expands partnership with Garuda Indonesia
Travel ancillary revenue solutions developer Plusgrade announced the expansion of its existing partnership with Indonesian flag-carrier Garuda Indonesia.
Technology
OpenAI signs content deal with Condé Nast
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, including ChatGPT and SearchGPT prototype
Airlines and Aviation, Asia, China, Global, Hong Kong, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Travel Agents
Travelport announces integration with Greater Bay Airlines
Travelport announced that thousands of travel suppliers throughout the globe may now access content from Hong Kong carrier Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) through the Travelport+ platform.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, United States
Sabre signs long-term distribution agreement with Delta Air Lines
The long-term agreement enables Sabre-connected travel agents to access both traditional EDIFACT and New Distribution Capability (NDC) content, enhancing their ability to provide comprehensive travel offers to their customers.
Consumer, Global, MICE, Mobile & Social, Technology, Travel Agents
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel launch Customer Self-Service app
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.
Consumer, Features, Global, Hospitality, Technology, Tourism
Innovative Solutions to Tackle Overtourism: Lessons from the Globe
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
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Awards, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Corporate & Business, Global, India, Road, Singapore, Startups, Technology, Transport
TUX mobility wins DHL’s 2024 Fast Forward Challenge
DHL named TUX mobility the winner of its latest Fast Forward Challenge, citing it for developing the world’s first solar-powered, self-charging, light electric cargo vehicle.
China, Finance, Global, Mobile & Social, Technology
Alipay enhances travel experience with upgraded 16-language app
Alipay now supports 16 languages on its mobile application, enhancing the travel experience of foreign travellers making their way through China.
Asia, Corporate & Business, Finance, Global, Indonesia, Startups, Technology, Tourism, Tourism Boards
Indonesia launches tourism investment initiative
Indonesia launched a new programme for enhancing communication among investors, policymakers and local authorities called the Indonesia Tourism Investor Club
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, Turkey
Turkish Airlines and Travelport extend long-term partnership
Travelport has announced the extension of its long-term agreement with Turkish Airlines, the flagship carrier of Turkiye.
Global, Technology
Emerging Travel Group integrates with Sabre SynXis
Emerging Travel Group, a global travel company operating the RateHawk, ZenHotels, and Roundtrip brands, has become a distribution partner of Sabre Hospitality, a software and technology provider
Corporate & Business, Global, Technology, United States
American Express Global Business Travel increases visibility on travel program benchmarking
American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), announces the expansion and new features of its benchmarking tool, Peer Travel Insights (PTI).
Asia, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Travel Agents
Travel sector needs to protect itself vs cybercriminals
Thales’ cybersecurity firm Imperva warned the travel industry that it has become a hot target for automated threats by cybercriminals over the past year.
Asia, Global, Mobile & Social, Technology, Thailand, Tourism, Tourism Boards
Tourism Authority of Thailand launches TAT Connex influencer marketing platform
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officially launched TAT Connex to ramp up the digital transformation of its marketing initiatives.
Annual and Interim Reports, Asia, China, Global, Hong Kong, Interim Reports, Mobile & Social, Singapore, Startups, Technology
Travel cashback app azgo hits growth targets
Asian travel cashback app azgo reports that it already hit its ambitious growth targets for the year since it launched in February.
DreamFolks expands into Southeast Asia
India’s leading airport services aggregator makes a foray into a highly dynamic market.
SAP Concur report shows five challenges affecting business travel in 2024
SAP Concur’s latest report shows that companies need to balance numerous factors related to business travel, particularly those in the Asia-Pacific region.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Sabre and WestJet expand their long-term distribution deal to include NDC content
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.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Elemental Cognition and AI transforms oneworld’s round-the-world travel booking with Google Cloud
The oneworld® alliance’s partnership with Elemental Cognition and use of its advanced AI capabilities in the EC AI Platform, powered by Google Cloud, have revolutionised the booking process for oneworld’s popular ‘Round the World’ tickets.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Iraq, Technology
Iraqi Airways renews its contract with SITA
Iraqi Airways has renewed its partnership agreement with SITA, the leading provider of information technology services in the air transport sector, to maintain its track record of continuous innovation in passenger and baggage management systems, boosting the travel experience on board the Green Bird and its partner airlines.
Consumer, Global, Mobile & Social, Reports
Travel sector dominates mobile traffic, but just 25% of consumers are confident booking a flight or hotel on their phone
The latest statistics from Quantum Metric reveal that the travel industry sees the highest share of mobile traffic (73%), yet just 24% of consumers book their hotels and flights completely on mobile.
Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels
Villa Tracker partners with Guesty
Villa Tracker, a pioneering B2B platform for luxury vacation rentals, today announces its integration with Guesty, the property management software (PMS) platform for short-term rentals (STR) and the hospitality industry.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Thomas Cook, SOTC unveil AI-powered platform for cutomised holidays
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 minutes.
Airports, Global, Travel related Products
Kusch+Co Airport products enhance relaxation for travellers
Kusch+Co’s mission, is to enhance the human experience in travel settings, ensuring passengers start their journeys in the most comfortable and safe manner.
Global, Technology
Sabre and Bagtag announce agreement
BAGTAG, a leader in innovative baggage solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Sabre Corporation, a global technology provider for the travel industry.
Asia, Associations, Events, Global, Singapore, Technology, Tourism
Speakers announced for The TravMedia Summit at IMM Asia 2024
TravMedia announced this year’s list of speakers for its 2024 summit scheduled for 21 October in Singapore.
Airports, Global, Technology
SITA leverages cradlepoint for transformative cloud-based technology
SITA will be leveraging Ericsson-owned Cradlepoint technology as part of its transformative cloud- based secure mobile to Wi-Fi solutions.
Asia, Associations, Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Corporate & Business, Events, Global, MICE, Singapore, Technology, Tourism
ITB Asia slated to discuss innovation for tourism resilience
ITB Asia returns from 23rd to 25th October this year at Singapore’s Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
Cruise, Global, Technology, United States
Digitaltravel.io hits £1m annual revenue in time for third birthday
North West-based technology start-up based in the heart of Liverpool, digitaltravel.io is celebrating its third birthday with the news it has quadrupled in size financially since its inception.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Travel Agents
Can autonomous AI bots help travel agents automatically grow their social media?
As travel technologies evolve, AI could prove to be a solution for travel agencies’ marketing and promotions initiatives.
Americas, Global, Startups, Technology, United States
Vacasa’s $30 million funding boost: A bold step in revamping vacation rentals
Vacasa’s $30 million funding boost will drive a major business transformation, enhancing local operations and adapting to evolving market demands.
Americas, Global, Startups, Technology, United States
FLYR secures $295 million, marking 2024’s largest travel tech deal
Amid a resurgence in travel technology funding, this investment will accelerate FLYR’s efforts to modernize reservation systems and enhance digital experiences for global airlines and hospitality brands
Global, Technology, United States
Priceline and Sabre sign expanded, multi year distribution agreement
Sabre Corporation and Priceline, a leading online travel agency (OTA), today announced a new expanded, multi-year agreement to deliver joint growth in travel retailing.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Corporate & Business, Global, New Zealand, Technology
Air New Zealand presents new cabin emergency evacuation trainer
Air New Zealand recently unveiled its new 787 Cabin Emergency Evacuation Trainer (CEET) at the Air New Zealand Training Centre in Auckland.
Global, Interviews, On The Deck, Technology
At TBO, simplifying travel needs for travel agents is our top priority: Gerardo Del Río
TDM interviews Gerardo Del Río, who has recently taken over the role of President, International Business, TBO to drive the company’s global expansion efforts.
Cruise, Global, Mobile & Social, Ocean Cruising, Technology
Princess Cruises introduces next-level cruise connectivity
Princess Cruises announced the launch of onboard Wi-Fi service for the growing demands of today’s intensively digitally-connected travelers.
Global, Hotel Technology, Technology
Sabre Hospitality partners with Protect Group
Sabre Hospitality has announced a long-term partnership with Protect Group, a leading provider of trip protection and guarantee services, to integrate trip guarantee services into the SynXis Booking Engine.
Global, Saudi Arabia, Technology
Oracle strengthens Saudi Arabia’s AI Economy with opening of second public cloud region
The new Riyadh cloud region will help public and private sector organizations migrate all types of workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), giving them access to a wide range of cloud services to modernize their applications and innovate with data, analytics, and AI.
Corporate & Business, Hotel Technology
STAAH’s new ‘Day-use’ room feature enables hotels to diversify revenue stream
STAAH’s ‘Day-use room’ feature enables travellers, especially business travellers, to reserve short-term stays at hotels during long layovers between flights rather than endure extended waits in airport lounges.
Global, India, Technology, Visa updates
Atlys launches its AI-Powered Visa Probability Evaluator to reduce 80% visa rejections
Atlys, a travel tech startup, announces the launch of its AI-Powered Visa Probability Evaluator tool that aims at reducing 80% visa rejections.
Global, Indonesia, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
tiket.com and Amadeus expand technology partnership
One of Indonesia’s online travel agencies (OTA), tiket.com is an innovative and fast-moving adopter of new technology in the travel space.
Global, Technology, Travel Agents
TTS Empowers Travelport Agents with new features: Send Quotes and Itineraries
TTS – Travel Technology & Solutions, a pioneer in innovative technological solutions for the travel industry, is excited to announce the launch of two new features on TTS WebAgent: Send Quotes and Send Itineraries.
Asia, China, Finance, Global, Technology, Thailand, Tourism, Tourism Boards
Central Retail joins Alipay x TAT’s Amazing Thailand app
Thailand’s Central Retail Corporation Public Company Ltd (CRC) continues to lead in the fields of retail and wholesale through its engagement of tourists via a strategic partnership with Alipay+.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Special Reports, Technology
Navan releases extensive NDC Savings Index
Navan announced the release of the Navan NDC Savings Index, a comprehensive analysis of the impact of scaled NDC utilization for corporate travel programs.
Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels
Sabre Hospitality extends long-term relationship with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Sabre Hospitality announced the renewal of its long-term agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchisor with more hotels than any other company in the world
Global, Technology
Robust financial growth and strategic wins define the first half of 2024 for Amadeus
In the first six months of 2024, Amadeus continued to see double-digit growth expansion.
Asia, Global, Indonesia, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, Travel Agents
Indonesia’s tiket.com teams up with Amadeus
Indonesian OTA tiket.com recently expanded its partnership with the Spanish travel tech firm to ensure that its technology stack is well prepared for the competitive landscape of travel in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Asia, Global, Hospitality, Hotels, Singapore, Technology
Aiello brings AI system to Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore
Aiello announced a collaboration with Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel to introduce the Aiello Voice Assistant (AVA) smart hotel AI system.
Air, Airports, Asia, Global, Passports, Singapore, Technology
Changi airport rolls out passport-less immigration
Travellers flying into Singapore can now experience passport-less immigration clearance at Changi Airport beginning this month.
Travel startup funding rebounds: Faye secures $31 million in Series B round
Following a trend of renewed investment in travel tech, Faye raises funding to expand operations and enhance its travel insurance platform
Global, Technology
Trivago bolsters AI-powered Holisto partnership amidst Q2 economic challenges
Trivago invests in AI-driven Holisto to enhance hotel booking experience, despite facing financial challenges in Q2 2024. Discover how this strategic move aims to boost conversion rates and offset marketing losses
Airlines and Aviation, Finland, Global, Technology
Travelport and Finnair sign distribution agreement with multi-source content and servicing
Travelport and Finnair, the flag carrier of Finland, announced they have enhanced their long-term relationship with a multi-source content agreement that includes both New Distribution Capability (NDC) content and traditional content.
Airports, China, Global, Technology
SITA revolutionises traveller experience at Shanghai Pudong International Airport
SITA, the leading provider of air transport technology solutions, will be installing its state-of-the-art passenger verification and check-in solutions to Shanghai Pudong International Airport to greatly enhance the experience of travelers through the airport.
Global, Technology, UK
Travel Counsellors FY23 results show growth
Travel Counsellors, the UK’s largest and fast-growing technology platform for travel entrepreneurs, is pleased to announce its Annual Results for the 12 months ended 31 October 2023
Global, Hotel Technology
Guestline integrates ResDiary and AI to boost sales of ancillary products via guest portal
Guestline, part of Access Group, has introduced a host of self-service options to its GuestStay offering, incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to further reduce pressure on hotel staff while empowering guests
Global, Technology
Traxo unveils expanded Partner Marketplace
Traxo’s Partner Marketplace extends the value of Traxo, enabling comprehensive travel booking visibility, actionable insights and data portability for organizations of all sizes.
Global, India, Technology
Travel the world for free with Atlys: Earn while you explore
Atlys, a travel tech startup, introduced its latest initiative aimed at passionate travellers: The opportunity to travel the world while working as an in-house influencer.
Corporate & Business, Global, Technology
Emburse unveils next generation of travel and expense technology at GBTA 2024 Conference
Fully integrated, end-to-end booking, trip management, virtual card and expense management to deliver greater spend control and a new era of business travel.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Pricing tool ‘Architect’ is the fastest-growing DSS: ATPCO
ATPCO announced that its premier pricing tool Architect is the fastest-growing Decision Support System (DSS) on the market.
Global, Reports, Technology
Travelport releases first annual 2024 state of modern retailing report
Travelport, a global technology company that powers bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, released its 2024 State of Modern Retailing Report.
Airports, Global, Mobile & Social, UK
Sim Local expands Heathrow partnership with outbound strategy
eSIM and travel SIM provider Sim Local has launched a trial project with Heathrow, expanding its partnership with the UK’s busiest airport.
Airlines and Aviation, Europe, Global, Technology, United States
The effect of the Global IT outage will linger post dashed holidays and grounded flights
For Airlines when something such as a “CrowdStrike” outage hits as a totally unexpected disruption then the challenge becomes even tougher, reinforcing the idea of dependence on technology and the need for it to be sound.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Asia, Australia, Breaking News, Global, Technology
Australian travel pros ease matters for those hit by IT outage
Australian travel professionals have worked round the clock since Friday, 19 July, to mitigate the impact of the global IT outage.
Consumer, Global, Technology
AI holiday scams to watch out for this Summer: AI-bnb
Recent reports have revealed that 83% of people booked their holiday online in the last year, but with 6,640 reports of holiday booking-related fraud in 2023, it is vital consumers are aware of the potential dangers of booking holidays and flights online.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, United States
Air Canada’s complete content now available through Sabre NDC
Sabre Corporation announced the launch of Air Canada’s full content via NDC in Sabre’s travel marketplace.
Airlines and Aviation, France, Global, Technology
Sabre implements distribution agreement with Air Moana to expand access to French Polynesia
Air Moana is now able to connect global leisure travellers to one of the most beautiful parts of the world through Sabre’s distribution marketplace.
Asia, Finance, Global, Mobile & Social, Technology, Thailand
BigPay expands financial network into Thailand
BigPay recently expanded its digital financial services network into Thailand, bringing in a new-generation solution that both locals and travellers can use.
Airlines and Aviation, India, Technology
Panasonic Avionics opens new software design facility in Pune, India
Revolutionising the in-flight experience and redefining the value of in-flight engagement and communication (IFEC) systems for a new era of air travel
Global, MICE, Norway, Technology
Oslofjord Convention Center in Norway appoints RMS Cloud to automate bookings
Europe’s largest event village, Oslofjord Convention Center in Norway, has chosen property management software specialist RMS Cloud to automate over 30,000 bookings per year and simplify its upselling capabilities.
Global, MICE, Technology, UK
TIS2024 will address the use of AI, Big Data or cybersecurity for tourism
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 to address very relevant challenges such as understanding the new traveler, sustainability or digitization.
Global, Technology
SITA signs 5-year network infrastructure deal with London Heathrow
SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, has signed a five-year extension with Heathrow Airport to support Heathrow’s vast and growing network infrastructure.
Asia, Finance, Global, Mobile & Social, OTAs & Tour Operators, Singapore, Technology
SIA’s Pelago ties up with global payment solutions firm Primer
The partnership between Pelago and Primer aims to give global travellers a smarter and more secure way to pay anywhere in the world
Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology, Sports Tourism
HotelPlanner partners with the Merrell Skyrunner World Series
This partnership expands the company’s sports footprint globally with the world’s most technical running circuit that includes 21 iconic races in 13 countries across four continents.
Airports, Global, Technology
Digi Yatra crosses 4 million user milestone
Digi Yatra, a Self Sovereign Identity based Privacy by Design ecosystem that uses face biometric technology offering contactless, seamless passenger processing at airports, has crossed a milestone of 4 million registered users
Global, Technology
SITA completes regulatory formalities and legal procedures in the acquisition of Materna IPS
SITA in technology solutions for the air transport industry, has completed the regulatory and legal procedures to acquire Materna IPS.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, United States
Alaska Airlines signs PriceEye deal with 3Victors
3Victors announced that Alaska Airlines has partnered with the company for its PriceEye solution to supply competitive fare content to the carrier.
Global, Technology
Kyte and TPConnects announce a strategic partnership
Kyte, a technology company specialising in providing access to low-cost inventory via a modern and standardized API, announces a new strategic agreement with TPConnects, an IATA-certified global travel aggregator and distribution technology company.
Global, Spain, Technology
Travel Compositor launches tech solution for TMCs
Spain-based Travel Compositor, a provider of booking engine solutions for online leisure travel sellers, announced that it is launching a technology solution for Travel Management Companies (TMCs) called “TC 4 Business Travel”
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, United States
NDC adoption drives surge in direct airline bookings: Traxo
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.
Asia, Global, Mobile & Social, Technology, Thailand, Tourism, Tourism Boards
Amazing Thailand, Freedomverse launch new generation Discover Thailand campaign
The campaign’s ultimate goal is to make Thailand a leading global destination by integrating travel promotion with networking technology
Global, Technology, Travel Agents
Travelport debuts Content Curation Layer (CCL) for Travel Agencies
Travelport has announced the debut of the Content Curation Layer (CCL). The CCL uses AI to power search while trawling billions of trip options, helping agencies find the perfect match for their customers.
Global, Technology
Amadeus brings wide NDC offering to Concur Travel online booking tool
Amadeus has continued to strengthen its global position in NDC distribution providing NDC content to Concur Travel.
Global, Technology
SITA reports record results for 2023, with similar signs for 2024
SITA, the global company that offers technology solutions for the air transport industry, has announced record results for 2023 as revenues reached almost US$ 1.5 billion.
Global, Mergers & Acquisitions, Technology
Juniper Travel Technology acquires Lleego
Juniper Travel Technology, the company in technology solutions for the travel industry, announces the acquisition of Lleego, an innovative travel software company specializing in flight management and booking.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Oman, Technology
Amadeus and Vistara conclude successful promotion with travel partners in Oman
Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology and Vistara Airlines successfully collaborated on a joint promotion to support the travel industry during the typically slow period last Ramadan which boosted travel bookings, saw an overwhelming positive response from travel partners and resulted in healthy flight loads and increased incremental segments.
Features, Global, Hotel Technology, TDM Guest Contributor, Technology
DMO’s emerge as unlikely lynchpin to help suppliers win with AI
A recent Travel Tech Thinktank event organized by Web in Travel (WIT) in Japan has uncovered a huge opportunity for grass roots suppliers to leverage AI and fight back against a couple of decades of disintermediation caused by the rise of Online Travel Agents (OTA’s).
Global, Hotel Technology
Travel landscape set for transformation this year: Cloudbeds
Cloudbeds, the hospitality management platform powering more reservations and happier guests for independent lodging businesses around the globe, has spotlighted key developments poised to reshape the travel industry this year.
Global, Hotel Technology
DerbySoft partners with IDeaS
DerbySoft, specialists in high-performance distribution services, announced a new partnership with IDeaS, a SAS company, provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, that strategically provides operational and revenue-enhancing benefits for hotels of all types.
Canadian North expands agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced an agreement with Canadian North, a 100% Inuit-owned Canadian airline, to extend its SabreSonic Passenger Service System (PSS) contract and add two new solutions designed to help increasing sales conversions and improve revenue forecasts.
Hostaway launches Dynamic Pricing Tool for Vacation Rental Managers
Hostaway, the global vacation rental property management software, has announced the launch of its Dynamic Pricing tool.
HBX Group and PerfectStay join forces to offer roll-out B2B2C travel packages globally
HBX Group announces strategic partnership with PerfectStay, a B2B company specialising in tailored holiday packaging.
BYD Lofts grows revenues by 15% with IDeaS G3 RMS
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 property revenues by 15% with IDeaS G3 Revenue Management System (RMS)
Value-add procurement takes flight at London Luton Airport with JAGGAER
London Luton Airport (LLA), one of the UK’s busiest airports, carrying over 16.2 million passengers in 2023, has selected JAGGAER, the global leader in Autonomous Commerce, to launch its ambitious procurement strategies.
Duetto launches comprehensive full-service revenue solution at HITEC
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 transient, group, and function space
Sabre unveils the next evolution of hospitality retailing: SynXis Retailing
With the addition of standalone offers, not bound to a room reservation, and automated fulfillment powered by Nuvola, SynXis Retailing is the most comprehensive retailing solution in the market.
Travelport launches NDC content and servicing for Emirates on Travelport+
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, and Emirates, one of the world’s largest international airlines, announced that New Distribution Capability (NDC) content from Emirates and enhanced NDC servicing capabilities are now available in the Travelport+ platform.
Cendyn and Glowing integration redefines omnichannel messaging for hotels
Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, has partnered with Glowing, a provider of omnichannel messaging solutions, to help hoteliers facilitate more meaningful conversations with their guests.
IDeaS now available on the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP)
IDeaS, a SAS company and provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, announced that it has integrated with the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP).
Sabre and Spotnana expand partnership to include NDC content and streamlined booking for corporate travel
Sabre Corporation and Spotnana, the world’s first Travel-as-a-Service platform modernizing the infrastructure of the travel industry, announced a significant expansion of their existing partnership with the integration of Sabre’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) content.
TIS2024 will address the 10 key innovations that are transforming the tourism sector worldwide
TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit will once again turn Seville into the epicenter of tourism innovation and traveltech.
TravelTech Lab, by HBX Group, launches an investment vehicle to foster innovation in the travel industry
HBX Group announced the launch of an investment fund dedicated to financing startups and scaleups developing innovative technological solutions in the travel sector, as well as investing in corporate venture capital funds in the travel sector.
SITA democratizes access to airline flight operations managed services with ASISTIM acquisition
SITA, the leading technology provider for the air transport industry, has just taken the big step of moving into the operations as-a-service market with the acquisition of ASISTIM, a company renowned for its airline flight operations services.
Digital identity revolution: Frictionless travel on the horizon
The future of travel, streamlined and secure, was unveiled at Phocuswright Europe 2024’s “Executive Panel: Digital Identity is (Nearly) Here.”
Sabre Hospitality launches SynXis Concierge.AI: revolutionizing customer service with generative AI
Sabre Hospitality, announced the launch of SynXis Concierge.AI, an innovative solution harnessing the power of Generative AI to transform customer service for hoteliers.
Sun Siyam Resorts chooses comprehensive technology suite from Sabre Hospitality
Sabre Corporation announced a new agreement with esteemed Maldivian owned and founded hospitality group Sun Siyam Resorts.
Aeroméxico selects Airnguru for cutting-edge pricing solutions
Airnguru, a leading provider of fare management, pricing intelligence and price automation solutions for airlines, has announced a multi-year agreement with Mexican flag carrier Aeroméxico.
Hoteliers embrace AI, but lagging tech holds them back, says Cloudbeds CEO
In a recent interview by Hospitality Expert and Influencer Paula Carreirao, CEO Adam Harris explored this disconnect, highlighting both the potential and the roadblocks to AI adoption in hospitality.
Orchard Hotel Singapore introduces Aiello Voice Assistant (AVA)
Aiello is excited to announce the introduction of its cutting-edge Aiello Voice Assistant (AVA) to the Singapore hospitality market, debuting exclusively at The Orchard Hotel Singapore.
50% of hotels struggle to optimize marketing campaigns in the absence of accurate travel intent
RateGain announced that the NYU School of Professional Studies Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality (NYU SPS Tisch Center) and its Hospitality Innovation Hub (HI Hub) Experiential Learning Lab, along with HEDNA and RateGain, released the first edition of The State of Distribution for 2024.
Nium and Air France-KLM take off to power airline payments
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 agents.
HBX Group to revolutionise customer service with cutting-edge AI technology
HBX Group has announced a significant investment in customer service innovation leveraging Google Cloud’s AI technology, to redefine customer experience in the travel and hospitality sector.
TourReview transforms tours and activities customer feedback management with launch of Review Collector
TourReview, the AI-driven travel review platform for the tours and activities sector, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation, the Review Collector.
Vietnam Airlines successfully implemented Amadeus Altéa Passenger Service System (PSS)
Vietnam Airlines has successfully implemented Amadeus’ enhanced passenger service system (PSS) technology, in addition to a host of other related technology solutions. This is a testament to the carrier’s ongoing digital transformation.
Frasers Hospitality partners with Sabre Hospitality
Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre Corporation and Frasers Hospitality, a global investor and operator of serviced apartments and hotel residences, announce a strategic partnership
The Access Group expands in North America with acquisition of SHR Group
The Access Group, a $1.3bn+ business management software provider, has added global hotel and casino technology specialist SHR to its expanding AI-powered end-to-end platform for hotels.
Allianz Partners USA announces the launch of Allyz TravelSmart
Allianz Partners USA has announced the launch of the Allyz® TravelSmart mobile app, a new digital platform providing travelers with trusted advice and expertise as well as easy access to a wide range of insurance benefits for Allianz Global Assistance customers.
Accor & Amadeus announce a new collaboration
This partnership will empower hotels to deliver inspiring and customized experiences across Accor’s extensive global portfolio thanks to Amadeus’ market-leading Central Reservation System.
SITA forges ahead with exciting research of off-airport traveller processing prototype with SUTD
Global IT aviation provider SITA is partnering the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) to create new offsite passenger processing solutions that would provide airline passengers with a fresh experience of checking themselves and their luggage in from almost any location – even before they arrive at the airport.
B2A travel tech platform TBO goes public
TBO Tek Limited, a travel distribution platform in the global travel and tourism industry, recently completed the public listing of its equity shares in India via the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and the BSE Limited (BSE).
Skyscanner Savings Generator tool now available to more markets in APAC
Skyscanner has launched its Savings Generator tool in India, Singapore and South Korea. In Australia, this release is a refreshed and updated version of the initial edition launched in September 2023.
Digital channels surge as Australia, New Zealand experiences sector steams toward recovery
Online channels have become the leading way travellers book tours, activities and attractions in Australia and New Zealand, according to new research from Arival, the global research authority for the travel experiences sector.
Cendyn and Shiji target hotel profitability with PMS-CRS integration
Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, and Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, are empowering hoteliers to improve profitability with optimized rates and availability.
SITA disembarks into maritime sector by launching SmartSea
SITA, the global leader in technology for the air transport industry, launches SmartSea through an initial agreement with Columbia Shipmanagement (CSM), the world-class ship manager and maritime service provider.
TIS presents the three levers of tourism competitiveness: AI, sustainability and Data
If there is one element that we can no lentation has generated a true revolution that has also reached the travel and tourism sector.
Travelsoft becomes a global leader in travel technology with three new acquisitions
Travel tech group Travelsoft today announces three further acquisitions TravelgateX, ATCORE Technology, and Travel Connection Technology.
Hospi-tech firm STAAH surpasses 5000+ partnerships in India; 20,000+ partners globally
STAAH, a leading New Zealand-based hospitality solutions provider that has helped hotels, homestays and luxury resorts across the world maximise their revenues and optimise their bookings for years, has surpassed over 5,000 partnerships in India.
Paradores and Civitatis renew agreement to reinforce sustainable tourism in Spain
Paradores and Civitatis, both in the B2C and B2B channels, have renewed their collaboration agreement by which customers of Paradores can book from the thousands of tours & activities offered by Civitatis in Spain.
Hubby launches eSim in the UK Travel Market ‘On the Beach’ is hubby’s first UK partner
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 Beach.
Sabre introduces SabreMosaic
Sabre Corporation has introduced SabreMosaicTM, a new intelligent, modular and open technology platform – built to transform the way airlines retail.
SIHOT launches Payment Aggregator
SIHOT, the hotel management systems, has launched SIHOT.PAYENGINE, a payment aggregator, to simplify payment processing for hotels and hospitality companies.
SITA announces acquisition of Materna IPS
SITA, the global leader in technology solutions for the air transport industry, announced its acquisition of Materna IPS, leader in passenger handling for airports and airlines.
Guestline unlocks new revenue streams with fully integrated distribution hub
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 hoteliers.
Sabre Hospitality and Uplift partner to revolutionize payment flexibility in hospitality
Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre Corporation, a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, and Uplift, the leading Buy Now Pay Later solution for the world’s travel brands, announced today a strategic partnership that leverages Sabre’s SynXis to offer unparalleled payment flexibility to hotels and guests alike.
TravelTech Show data reveals cost and time taken to implement new solutions
With just one month to go until TravelTech Show opens its doors on 19 June, organisers of this year’s show have released further findings from its research, highlighting the challenges felt by buyers.
Travelport and WestJet confirm new long-term content agreement
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, and WestJet, a leading carrier based in Calgary, AB Canada, announced they have signed a new long-term content distribution deal.
Cloudbeds and Cendyn partner to enhance hotel revenue and guest experience
Cloudbeds, the premier hospitality management software platform, and Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, have today announced a strategic partnership dedicated to driving revenue growth for hoteliers.
Global, Hotel Technology, Japan
Hotel Management Japan signs agreement with Sabre Hospitality to enhance global reach
Sabre Corporation announced a new agreement with Hotel Management Japan, a prominent hotel operator that oversees some of Japan’s most renowned hotels
Global, Hospitality, Hotel Technology
IRIS announces investment in Middle East, following growth in demand for digital ordering
IRIS, into digital ordering for the hospitality industry, announces it will be investing in its expansion in the Middle East.
Australia, Global, Technology
Aeronology accepted into Global Luxury Travel Group Virtuoso
AERONOLOGY announced a wide-reaching technology and services provider agreement with Virtuoso®, the global network specialising in luxury and experiential travel.
Global, Hotel Technology, India, New Zealand
STAAH ventures into Ayodhya amidst rising hotel demand
STAAH, a New Zealand-based hospitality solutions provider, has forayed into the city with its stack of advanced hospi-tech solutions through its partnership with the Clarks Inn Express hotel.
Awards, Dubai, Global, Technology
InterLnkd crowned winner of the ATM 2024 start-up pitch battle, held in association with Intelak
InterLnkd overcame stiff competition on the final day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 to win the third ATM Start-up Pitch Battle, which was held in association with Intelak.
Airlines and Aviation, Technology
Airlink to implement New Distribution Capability (NDC)
Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will begin introducing New Distribution Capabilities (NDC) in its transactions with the travel trade from 31 July 2024.
SAS gets sassy: Unleashes AI magic for Malmö’s summer scene
Get ready to witness the fusion of innovation and sass as Scandinavian carrier SAS launches a groundbreaking AI-generated campaign to kickstart the summer season in Malmö
Sky-High Innovation: Qatar Airways reveals Sama 2.0, world’s first AI digital cabin crew at ATM
Qatar Airways unveiled Sama, their second-generation AI-powered digital human cabin crew, through a mesmerizing holographic display at the Arabian Travel
Global, Technology
Venice Tours secure 400% revenue boost thanks to partnership with Bókun
Tour Operator Software Provider Bókun has revealed that the annual revenue of tour operator ‘Venice Tours’ has increased by 400% following their partnership.
Europe, Global, Technology
The Kilroy Group enhances the traveller experience and drives operational efficiency with Sabre technology
Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, and the Kilroy Group, a leading European hybrid multibrand Travel Agency, today announced the renewal of their multi-year agreement.
Global, Hotel Technology, Hotels, MICE, Thailand, Tourism Boards
WebBeds partners with TAT to unveil creative Bangkok destination videos at ATM
This proactive initiative with the Tourism Authority of Thailand marks the company’s latest strategic collaboration to stimulate travel all across the Asia Pacific region.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Sabre Hospitality renews Wyndham following accelerated migration
Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre Corporation announced a multi-year renewal with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, following the hotel franchisor’s highly successful adoption of SynXis Property Hub, Sabre Hospitality’s property management system (PMS).
Hospitality, Hotel Technology
Hotels benefit as travellers plan further ahead: Cloudbeds
Hospitality management platform Cloudbeds has found travellers were booking accommodation further in advance in 2023 across all regions, except in North America.
Global, Technology
Arival unveils its new guide: “The Arival Guide to AI in Experiences”
Arival, the leading resource for the in-destination experiences sector, today announced the release of its comprehensive guide, The Arival Guide to AI in Experiences.
Global, Hotels, Mexico, Technology
Arriva Hotels and Quicktext announce strategic partnership
Quicktext, the hospitality AI SuperApp, based in Paris, France, announces a strategic partnership with Arriva Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality group in Mexico with over 50 years of experience recognized for exceptional luxury and quality worldwide.
Global, Hotel Technology
Boostly and I-PRAC forge partnership to elevate trust in direct bookings for short-term rentals
Boostly has become the exclusive website design agency partner of I-PRAC (International Property Rental Approval Certification) – a collaboration set to inject unparalleled trust and verification into direct booking websites.
Global, Technology
VFS Global forms partnership with Responsible AI Institute to Champion Ethical AI Development
The company will develop all AI solutions within its advanced Development Centres located in Mumbai, Dubai, and Berlin
Global, Technology
Cendyn’s World Tour kicks off in New York
The Cendyn World Tour kicked off in New York City, Tuesday 23rd April, as part of a ten-date globetrotting adventure of innovation, connection, and industry transformation with leading technology partners.
Europe, Global, Technology
BEONx secures NextGeneration EU funding for Digital Transformation
BEONx, a travel technology company committed to revolutionising revenue management strategies and achieving profitability for hotels, announces it has secured NextGenerationEU funding via a grant from SEGITTUR.
Global, MICE, Technology
TIS2024 is calling tourism experts to share trends and strategies in tourism innovation
From 23 to 25 October 2024, TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit, the annual meeting between the tourism industry and the technology sector, returns to Seville, Spain
Global, Middle East, Technology
Dadabhai Travel and Sabre elevate travel experience in a renewed partnership
Dadabhai Travel, a leading Travel Management Company (TMC) in the Middle East, announces the renewal of its primary strategic GDS technology partnership with Sabre Corporation reaffirming their position as strategic contributors in shaping the future of the travel industry.
Making informed, mindful, and sustainable travel decisions with Sabre
Technology can play a pivotal role in helping the travel industry become more sustainable. Sabre is now displaying carbon emissions powered by the Travel Impact Model in their point-of-sale tools so that agencies and corporate travel bookers can make informed choices when they book flights.
Air Serbia expands strategic growth and customer experience enhancement with Sabre
Air Serbia, Serbia’s national airline, which offers an extensive flight network across Europe, the US, and China, has reaffirmed its partnership with Sabre Corporation, by signing a multi-year early renewal.
Bangkok Airways eyes further growth through renewed network planning and optimization deal with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced a renewed agreement with Bangkok Airways, as the airline eyes further industry growth, investment and partnership.
IRIS launches full integration to Shiji’s Infrasys Cloud POS to elevate the mobile ordering experience
IRIS, a global leader in digital ordering for the hospitality industry, announces the integration of its F&B mobile ordering solution with Infrasys Cloud POS by Shiji
SITA unveils latest evolution in total airport management
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 Expo 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany.
Towards a more sustainable travel industry: ATS Travel and Amadeus Partnership Leading the Way
One of the key areas of focus for ATS Travel and Amadeus is environmental-minded travel and ecotourism. These areas offer immense potential for positive impact, and both companies recognize the importance of playing a role in promoting sustainable practices in the travel industry.
Amadeus partners with British Airways
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 Order strategic goals.
Travelport and Tourism Malaysia expand destination marketing collaboration
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, and Tourism Malaysia, an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia, announced they have expanded their strategic destination marketing collaboration.
Experiences and ecommerce demand increase Q1 2024 hotel revenue
Seamless digital transactions available at all hours, paired with the desire for memorable in-person interactions and experiences, has seen hotels boost the value of their online bookings, according to Journey.
More than half (52%) of UK hotel guests read reviews every time they book a hotel stay
Agilysys, a global provider of hospitality software solutions and services, announced research that reveals more than half of UK consumers (52%) read reviews every time they book a hotel stay.
AeroCloud unveils new innovations in its commitment to displace legacy tech through its 360° curb-to-gate airport management platform
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 industry-first computer vision product AeroCloud Optic, and its Passenger Processing Solutions, which together give airport leaders the only true 360° view of their operations and passenger experiences on the market for real-time visibility
Hexaware and Novelty Group forge Joint Venture
Hexaware Technologies, a global leader in digital solutions, and Novelty Group, a prominent business group of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), announced a joint venture to deliver cutting edge digital transformation services
Sabre and InterparkTriple announce strategic technology partnership
The fast-growing Online Travel Agency and Sabre will collaborate to attract millions more visitors to South Korea through AI-powered innovation.
Trip.Biz launches App for convenient business travel booking across a wide range of offerings
In a world where time is money and efficiency reigns supreme, Trip.Biz, a rapidly growing digital travel management company (TMC) from Trip.com Group, unveils its all-new app, which promises to revolutionise the way businesses handle travel arrangements.
Onko Chishin selects extensive suite of Sabre SynXis technology including game-changing SynXis Retailing
Sabre Corporation , a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry today announced a new agreement with Japanese hotel chain Onko Chishin.
LATAM adopts Sabre’s intelligent solution Air Price IQ
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.
AirJapan plans future growth after successful implementation of full Radixx portfolio from Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced the successful implementation of a full suite of Radixx solutions for AirJapan. The new carrier flew its inaugural route from Japan to Bangkok earlier this year and is gearing up to introduce new routes, underpinned by Sabre’s Radixx technology.
Sabre is taking to the road in India with Sabre Space to empower travel agency innovation and growth
Bringing Sabre experts and executives together with travel agencies in Delhi and Mumbai, Sabre Space offers a dynamic in-person platform for agents to explore the latest technology trends
Biometrics holds the key to smarter digital travel: SITA
New SITA white paper highlights how biometric-driven IT solutions are being successfully rolled out around the world.
TTM launches Tourism-ID and inks marketing partnership with Brand TD
Online travel company, Travel Trade Marketplace (TTM), launches Tourism-ID as a travel portal dedicated to personnel working in travel and tourism sectors to enjoy industry rates and privileges.
Expedia Group’s adoption of Amadeus NDC technology to drive NDC content and volumes industry-wide
Amadeus has expanded a strategic partnership with Expedia Group, with the travel technology innovator set to deploy New Distribution Capability (NDC) technology for the leading global online travel agency.
365Villas becomes first vacation rental PMS provider to enable longer stays
365Villas, the vacation rental property management software provider, has launched ‘Long-Stay Logic’, giving vacation rental managers the opportunity to switch seamlessly between short and extended stays for the first time.
GoNexus Group launches NexusTours App to revolutionize travel experiences worldwide
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 experience for guests.
HotelREZ and Sabre agree to renew decade-long technology partnership
Sabre Corporation announced the renewal of the longstanding technology partnership between HotelREZ, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing hotel representation companies, dedicated to connecting independent properties with bookers worldwide, and Sabre Hospitality
Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy makes finding a vacation home easy with Generative AI
Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy is now testing a search with AI tool that will match travellers with the perfect home and destination based on a natural language search describing their desired vacation
TravClan launches OnTrip – Empowering Agents to Elevate Customer Travel Experiences
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 personal on-trip concierge, ensuring a stress-free journey from start to finish
Pace of travel industry transformation set to accelerate with 14% increase in tech
New global research from Amadeus, Travel Technology Investment Trends, has revealed a strong appetite for investment across the travel sector in 2024.
Amadeus acquires travel payments expert Voxel
Amadeus announces the acquisition of Voxel, a leading provider of electronic invoice and B2B payment solutions for travel sellers, hotels, and other travel players.
Agoda Reveals Asia’s Top Nature Destinations
To mark the launch of Eco Deals 2024 and Agoda’s flagship partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), valued at US$1 million, the digital travel platform has created a compilation of popular nature destinations in Asia.
Sabre announces Sabre Red Launchpad™, a new booking solution for travel agencies with launch partner Internova Travel Group
Sabre Corporation announced the development of a new booking solution, Sabre Red Launchpad™, designed for new or independent travel consultants.
Wayra (Telefónica) and HBX Group announce the winning start-ups to join the TravelTech Lab
HBX Group, a leading B2B ecosystem in the TravelTech space, and Wayra, Telefónica’s Corporate Venture Capital, announced the winners of the second TravelTech Lab by HBX Group challenge after analysing 120 companies from 25 countries including Spain, France, UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Singapore, and Korea.
DidaTravel signs strategic agreement with Visit Oman to drive demand from China to Oman
DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel distribution company – is pleased to announce that during the ITB tradeshow in Berlin it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enter into a strategic partnership with Visit Oman – the National Travel Operator – to promote the country to DidaTravel’s network of 25,000+ travel trade partners in China.
Hotelbeds and H World International sign a new strategic partnership
Hotelbeds, part of HBX Group, consolidates its strategic partnership with H World International, marking an expansion of its preferred portfolio.
Amadeus reports strong 2023 results and grows shareholder remuneration
Amadeus continued to see a steady evolution through the fourth quarter, resulting in strong financial performance for 2023.
Sabre and Atriis sign agreement to grow corporate NDC bookings
Sabre Corporation a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry announced a new agreement with managed travel technology company Atriis and its launch customer ALTOUR to grow Sabre’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) bookings across key global markets.
Sabre and Mastercard join the Travalyst coalition
Sabre Corporation and Mastercard join other leading travel and technology brands in the Travalyst coalition including Amadeus, Booking.com, Expedia Group, Google, Skyscanner, Travelport, Trip.com Group, Tripadvisor and Visa.
Sabre to share latest insights and product highlights at ITB Berlin
Leaders from Sabre Corporation will take the stage at this year’s ITB Berlin Convention to share insights on the role of artificial intelligence, the evolution of retailing in travel, and recent developments and trends around sustainability.
Sabre introduces PowerSuite Cloud and PowerSuite Cloud Lite in APAC
Sabre Corporation is introducing two new cloud-based next-generation travel management solutions to accelerate digital transformation and New Distribution Capability (NDC) adoption for travel agents across Asia Pacific.
Innovation to take center stage at Arival 360, Berlin
Arival, the leading authority for the tours, activities and experiences industry, has announced the launch of its Innovation Showcase, taking place on 4 March at the upcoming Arival 360 Conference in Berlin.
Seed Group partners with South Korean hospitality tech startup ONDA
Seed Group, a leading company under the Private Office of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum, has taken a significant step towards revolutionising the travel industry in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region through its strategic partnership with Seoul-based hospitality tech startup ONDA.
Cloudbeds partners with IDeaS
Cloudbeds and IDeaS announced a strategic technology partnership that brings together the expertise of two industry powerhouses to deliver cutting-edge revenue solutions for accommodations providers worldwide.
TripArc partners with GIATA to Improve Hotel Data Management
TripArc, a travel technology company, provides an advanced booking solution for travel advisors and trip designers. TripArc has partnered with GIATA to leverage its advanced hotel and room mapping solutions.
SITA celebrates 75 years of innovation and leadership in air transport technology
SITA, a global leader in air transport technology, is celebrating its 75th anniversary, marking seven and a half decades of groundbreaking innovation, unwavering commitment, and exceptional service to the aviation industry.
Eight Continents Hotels & Resorts onboards STAAH as its tech solution partner in India
STAAH, a leading New Zealand-based hospitality solutions provider, has partnered with the UK-headquartered Eight Continents Hotels & Resorts to deploy its hospi-tech solutions at the group’s three premium properties in India.
Cloudbeds announces strategic partnership with Amadeus iHotelier
Cloudbeds, a global leader in hospitality management software, announced a strategic partnership with Amadeus, a leading provider of advanced technology solutions for the travel industry.
eDreams ODIGEO and Travelport significantly expand strategic technology partnership
eDreams ODIGEO, the world’s largest travel subscription platform, and Travelport, a global technology company that powers bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, today announced the expansion of their strategic technology partnership.
BookingJini partners with Haryana Tourism for tech-driven hospitality transformation
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 partnership with Haryana Tourism.
Chinese travellers continue to show increasing interest in outbound destinations: Dida Travel
DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel distribution company – releases data reflecting the growing trend for Chinese outbound travel during the Chinese New Year holidays.
Amadeus expands in biometrics with acquisition of Vision-Box
Amadeus announces it is acquiring Vision-Box, a leading provider of biometric solutions for airports, airlines, and border control customers.
WeTravel expands platform capacity with multi-product launch
The travel business management platform launches multiple features to assist travel businesses in converting more bookings and better managing travel logistics in 2024.
GIATA will integrate content from hoteliers into Amadeus
Travel agents now have access to extended hotel information in Amadeus Bistro Portal. The new content provided by GIATA offers travel agents further hotel photos, detailed descriptions, and amenities directly from the hoteliers in addition to tour operator information.
Seibu Prince Hotels Worldwide chooses Sabre’s advanced hospitality technology to support significant global expansion
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announced a new agreement with Seibu Prince Hotels Worldwide.
Joyned and Gratifii announce partnership to elevate customer experience
Joyned has announced a new partnership with Gratifii, an Australian market leader in providing loyalty and engagement programs from a single platform.
easyHotel adopts new open hospitality platform Apaleo to help fuel future growth
European value hotel operator easyHotel has successfully launched a new property management system by Apaleo across its business.
Travelport and Iberia Airlines Deliver NDC Content and Servicing for Agents on Travelport+
Travelport and Iberia Líneas Aéreas de España (“Iberia”), Spain’s flagship carrier and one of the founding members of the International Airline Group, announced the launch of Iberia’s NDC content and servicing capabilities on the Travelport+ platform
Meili and SAS announce strategic partnership to elevate travel experiences
Meili, the pioneering travel technology platform which aims at reinventing partnerships within the global car rental industry, has announced a strategic partnership with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS)
B2B now drives 33% of sales for Civitatis
Civitatis has confirmed that B2B sales now contribute to a substantial 33% of overall sales volume for Civitatis following the company starting selling in the channel in only 2018.
Shiji Global Distribution Chart 2024 indicates an industry in motion where adaptability and innovation are crucial
The Shiji Global Distribution Chart is the annual infographic, backed by popular demand, that they put together to show the entire hospitality tech distribution landscape.
Amadeus brings travel technology expertise to membership in the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
Amadeus has joined the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) to bring its travel expertise to the table in the quest to support a more prosperous and responsible hospitality sector.
Sabre and IAG expand partnership with multi-year distribution agreement including NDC content
Sabre Corporation has entered into a multi-year distribution agreement with International Airlines Group (IAG) that will expand their existing partnership and further promote modern travel retailing practices.
Archipelago International and HBX Group forge strategic partnership
Archipelago International, Southeast Asia’s largest hotel operator, has forged a strategic partnership with HBX Group, a leading global B2B TravelTech company.
Travelport completes new equity financing
Travelport announced that it has completed its previously announced financing transaction with a group of its existing equity holders and lenders who have invested $570 million in new equity into the Company.
GoMMT, Booking.com and Agoda retain their top spots in the fast-growing Indian travel economy
Global hotel technology giant, STAAH, has revealed the top channels across its network of 19,000+ properties. Gobibo and MakeMyTrip owner, GoMMT took the top spot for six years running.
Shifting megatrends see the rapid evolution of electric air taxis and emergence of generative AI
With the arrival of generative AI in 2023, the technology has surged to the top of airport and airline agendas, with 97% of airlines planning a program to develop the technology.
TUI gives trade booking tools over peak season
Ahead of the all-important peaks booking period, leading travel company TUI is giving independent agents the tools to support them to sell TUI product to their customers.
Chocolate Hotels Pvt. Ltd., reports 50% increase in room nights post onboarding STAAH as tech partner
STAAH, the leading New Zealand-based hospitality solutions provider, has become a game changer for Chocolate Hotels Pvt. Ltd.
Evolution of electric air taxis and generative AI as driving forces in travel and transport: SITA
SITA explores the shifting trends that have emerged in the last year and the updated innovation outlook for the next decade. With the arrival of Generative AI in 2023, the technology has surged to the top of airport and airline agendas, with 97% of airlines planning a program to develop the technology. This has taken the limelight away from Metaverse, which was the focus for 2022.
Datalex goes live with easyJet
Datalex plc a market leader in digital retail technology focused on the airline market, announces the go live of its Datalex Merchandiser product with easyJet.
Flight Centre Travel Group announces launch of ‘AI Centre of Excellence’, Adrian Lopez appointed Head AI for Corporate
Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG), one of the world’s largest travel management companies, has announced the establishment of an ‘AI Centre of Excellence,’ a new global division that will focus on promoting, adopting, and integrating artificial intelligence technologies into the company’s corporate divisions.
Akbar Travels ties up with Amadeus to offer best deals on hotels
The travel agency has tied up with Amadeus Value Hotels to offer travel sellers access to more than 600,000 hotel properties across the world.
Travelport investors commit $570 Million in new equity financing
Travelport Worldwide Limited announced that a group of its existing equity holders and lenders have agreed to invest $570 million of new equity financing into the Company.
Travelport delivers retail-ready NDC for Lufthansa Group Airlines on Travelport+
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, announced the launch of Lufthansa Group airlines’ NDC content and servicing capabilities in the Travelport+ platform.
Hotels in Madhya Pradesh report significant growth in revenue, online sales and direct bookings using STAAH technology
Madhya Pradesh, also known as the ‘Tiger State of India’, attracts hordes of domestic and international tourists throughout the year.
Global, Hotels, Technology
RoomRaccoon acquires Irish Hotel Management Software Company, iHotelligence
The global hotel tech company RoomRaccoon is reinforcing its presence in Ireland with the completion of its first acquisition, iHotelligence.
Civitatis is heading towards 10 million travellers globally by close of 2023
Civitatis, the technological platform for booking Spanish-speaking activities, day trips, guided tours, and excursions worldwide – both in the B2C and B2B channels – anticipates reaching a milestone of 10 million travellers for 2023 by the close of the year based on current year-to-date sales of almost 9 million.
Top 5 travel apps worth downloading
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!
Cendyn and SiteMinder establish strategic partnership to grow revenue for hotels
Cendyn, a catalyst for digital transformation in the hospitality industry, and SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, are excited to announce a strategic partnership to mutually grow each other’s revenue management capabilities for the benefit of more than 70,000 hotels.
Qatar Airways selects SITA to transform network infrastructure
Qatar Airways has partnered with SITA to transform the airline’s global network infrastructure with state-of-the-art secure access service edge (SASE) solutions that boost connectivity, operational efficiency, and security.
Global, Technology
Data Appeal and Mabrian join forces to lead the Travel Intelligence market in Europe
The Italian company, a part of the Almawave Group, has signed a contractual agreement for the procurement of the 70% of the Spanish company Mabrian Technologies
Uzbekistan Airways deploys next-generation flight tracking technology, SITA Mission Watch
As part of its strategy to streamline flight operations by leveraging the latest technologies, Uzbekistan Airways has signed up to deploy SITA Mission Watch.
eDreams ODIGEO shares insights on infusing AI into business operations
eDreams ODIGEO Chief Technology Officer, Carsten Bernhard, joined fellow senior business leaders, policymakers, and AI experts to explore how this crucial technology can revolutionise business operations, bring major productivity gains and boost profits at the Financial Times’ flagship conference in London.
lastminute.com renews multi-year distribution agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced a multi-year renewal agreement with lastminute.com N.V. (“lastminute.com”), a European travel tech leader in dynamic holiday packages.
Virtuzone pioneers the world’s first business setup AI chatbot: ChatVZ
Building on the successful launch of its suite of AI-powered tools, Virtuzone further cements its position as a leading innovator in the company formation and corporate service industry by introducing its latest AI-driven platform: ChatVZ, the world’s first business setup AI chatbot.
dnata enhances young travellers’ journey
dnata continues to enhance its offering to provide a smooth and memorable experience to young travellers across their airport journey.
STAAH partners with emerging booking channel Tamarind Global
STAAH is pleased to announce its integration with Tamarind Global Online, a niche booking platform for travel wholesalers and retailers.
6 expert tips for safe online shopping on Black Friday
With Black Friday just around the corner, it’s crucial that shoppers understand how to stay safe from online scams, which
Uber Doubles Down On Airport Trips
Uber is strengthening its travel offering with the launch of Uber Reserve at several major airports in the UK. The
Experts call for better tech in the face of increased disruptions from climate change crisis
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 this.
Paytm partners with global travel technology company Amadeus
One97 Communications Limited (OCL) that owns the brand Paytm, India’s payments and financial services company and the pioneer of QR and mobile payments, announced a partnership with global travel technology company Amadeus.
“People don’t act as greenly as they say they will” Phocuswright reveals how to close the sustainability say-do gap
Madeline List, Phocuswright’s senior research analyst, kicked off the day by revealing results from the research authority’s latest sustainability report.
Features, Global, Technology, United States
Airbnb acquires AI stealth company, GamePlanner.AI
“What makes GamePlanner.AI so special is that they combine expertise in AI, design, and community,” said Airbnb CEO and co-founder Brian Chesky.
11 companies to be part of this year’s ‘Innovation: Launch’ at The Phocuswright Conference
As The Phocuswright Conference prepares to kick off, Phocuswright, the global travel industry research authority and producer of the annual event, has revealed which companies are about to unveil their ground-breaking tech innovations at its Innovation: Launch competition.
Raising the bar in travel and tourism: MarketHub Asia in Bangkok
As industry leaders prepare for MarketHub Asia next week, Hotelbeds promises to uncover the latest and most crucial trends in
The Advantage Travel Partnership selects Dolphin Dynamics as technology partner
The Advantage Travel Partnership has taken a stride forward in enhancing its Advantage Managed Services (AMS) Business Travel proposition by selecting Dolphin Dynamics as their newest strategic technology partner.
Features, Global, Technology
Digitalisation vs the human touch: Finding the right balance for exceptional customer experiences
According to new data, half of adults who have used AI chatbots used it during customer service interactions. But are
HotelPlanner adds Cleverdis to its family of brands
HotelPlanner is excited to announce the integration of Cleverdis, the content provider for more than 17 international trade shows.
Air India successfully deploys airline industry’s first Generative AI virtual agent
Air India, India’s leading global airline, has become the world’s first airline to have successfully deployed a Generative AI virtual agent, called ‘Maharaja’, powered by Azure OpenAI service.
Advantage announces new partnership with business process automation platform provider Lokulus
The Advantage Travel Partnership has announced a new collaboration with Lokulus, a provider of customer-focused business process automation solutions.
Richmond International Travel & Tours signs long-term technology agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced a new agreement with fast-growing Taiwanese travel agency Richmond International Travel & Tours Co.,Ltd (2743.TWO) to elevate the agency’s booking experience for travellers while improving operational efficiencies.
Air India selects Sabre GDS to distribute its domestic flight content to Indian travel agencies
Sabre Corporation and Air India, India’s leading global airline and a Star Alliance member, have signed an enhanced distribution deal that builds upon their partnership announced in April 2023.
SITA will be adopting a “Shaping the Future of Travel” theme for its presence at Future Travel Experience APEX Asia
SITA will be adopting a “Shaping the Future of Travel” theme for its presence at FUTURE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE APEX ASIA in Singapore on 8th-9th November and welcomes you to join them at the following events.
Katathani Collection Grows Resort Revenue by 15 Percent with IDeaS G3 RMS
IDeaS, a SAS company, has announced that Katathani Collection has grown revenues across two of its resort properties by 15%
Using facial recognition, SITA and Fraport enable a contactless travel experience
SITA and Fraport are enabling all airlines at Frankfurt Airport to jointly use face biometrics as identification from check-in to boarding the aircraft.
TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit selects the top 40 startups impacting tourism worldwide
A dozen startups have been recognised at the Touristech Startup Fest 2023, the global entrepreneurship competition hosted every year by TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit.
Velocity Ventures and Korea Tourism Organisation sign memorandum of understanding for co-operation with Korean startup accelerator for travel & tech
Singapore-based hospitality & travel-focused venture capital firm Velocity Ventures has finalised a Strategic Innovation Partnership with Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) to support
dnata partners with Virgin Atlantic to support Dubai return this October
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, is partnering with UK-based Virgin Atlantic to support the airline’s highly anticipated return to Dubai this winter.
Travelport extends and expands partnership with Air India
In conjunction with Travelport’s operator partner ITQ, the expanded relationship between Air India and Travelport will provide agencies in India and across the globe with enhanced retailing capabilities and more choice, including NDC-sourced content.
Brittain Resorts & Hotels deepens investment in revenue management technology with SiteMinder
Brittain Resorts & Hotels (BRH), a leading full-service hospitality management company, has adopted SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, as part of its newly-announced business intelligence technology matrix.
Features, Global, Technology, Turkey
Uber Balloon takes off in Turkey
Uber is taking to the skies in Cappadocia, Turkey, launching hot air balloon rides via Uber Reserve. Uber Balloon is
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Azul implements SITA’S full suite of flight applications
Azul, Brazil’s largest airline in number of flights and destinations served, has entered into a trial agreement for SITA eWAS and SITA OptiClimb.
Global, MICE, Technology
TIS2023 closes its fourth edition with 7,384 attendees
TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2023 closed its fourth edition, where 7,384 industry professionals discovered the latest trends that are defining smarter, more sustainable and digital tourism.
Global, MICE, Technology
Future trends include AI-based travel agencies and space tourism
The second day of TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2023 highlighted the most disruptive trends shaping a more sustainable and digital industry.
TUI Group deepens partnership with IBS Software to optimise operations
IBS Software has a long-standing partnership with TUI to overhaul its IT processes to deliver transformational value.
Costa Cruises selects SITA for enhanced flight monitoring system to optimize fly & cruise connections
SITA, the IT provider to the travel industry, is assisting Costa Cruises, the Italian cruise company, mitigate costly trip disruptions.
Vietnam Airlines partners with Amadeus
Amadeus signed an agreement with Vietnam Airlines to take advantage of its enhanced passenger service system (PSS) technology.
TIS2023 focuses on AI and data management to take the traveler experience to the next level
Innovation was the main protagonist of the first day of TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2023. The adoption of artificial intelligence tools,
Consumer, Dubai, Global, Technology
Amadeus Gulf unveils new state-of-the-art office in Dubai
Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology dedicated to making the experience of travel better for everyone with advanced technology solutions for the global travel industry, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new office in Dubai.
Airlines and Aviation, Canada, Global, Technology
Travelport signs new content distribution agreement with Air Canada, including NDC
Travelport announced they have renewed their content distribution agreement, which includes New Distribution Capability (NDC) content and servicing.
Presight premieres at GITEX Global
Presight, the region’s leading big data analytics company powered by generative AI, is proud to announce its inaugural participation in GITEX Global, bringing its complex problem solving, and ability to leverage data and AI to see things differently, to the biggest technology event of year.
Cendyn takes home two top awards at the World Travel Tech Awards 2023
Cendyn named the World’s s Best Data Driven Marketing Agency & World’s Best Hotel CRM Solutions Provider for 2023
South East Travel joins forces with Amadeus through a strategic partnership
South East Travel, a leading travel agency in Taiwan, is working with travel technology provider Amadeus to grow its footprint in Taiwan and across Asia Pacific.
ONDA participates in Expand North Star 2023, marking foray into Middle East hospitality tech market
ONDA, a South Korean hospitality technology company, is participating in Dubai’s largest startup and investor event to mark its entry into the Middle East hospitality technology market.
TIS2023 will explore how AI is driving more personalized, sustainable and quality tourism
AI technologies are revolutionizing the travel industry across all segments, from improving the customer experience, and planning events to attracting and retaining tourists.
Thai Vietjet chooses iPort Departure Control System powered by Travelport and Res2
Travelport and Res2, a Netherlands based departure control system provider and airport automation leader, announced a new multi-year agreement with Thai Vietjet.
KL Sentral Station to benefit from self-check-in and bag drop services from aviation technology provider SITA
Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd (ERL) signed a service agreement with aviation technology provider SITA to equip ERL with SITA Check-in Kiosks and SITA Self Bag Drop services at KL City Air Terminal in KL Sentral.
Datalex and Aer Lingus announce partnership and investment in digital transformation
Through this platform Datalex will provide Aer Lingus with full access to its product suite, which will drive new product delivery, in addition to accelerating the migration of existing products.
Austria, Global, MICE, Technology
Embed rocks Europe with SaaS Solutions
Embed, the ultimate cloud-based, cashless solutions provider for the amusement, entertainment, and leisure industries, showcased its SaaS solutions and other breakthrough innovations at IAAPA Expo Europe in Vienna, Austria.
TIS2023 will delve into how to attract talent and foster leadership in the new era of tourism
TIS-Tourism Innovation Summit 2023, the international summit on tourism innovation and technology to be held in Seville, Spain, from October 18-20, will feature prominent leaders in Training, Human Resources and Business Leadership.
Travel insurer battleface partners with CELITECH
Travel insurance provider battleface, announced a strategic partnership with CELITECH, a leading telecommunications provider dedicated to delivering cutting-edge connectivity services for travellers via eSIM technology.
Christopherson Business Travel achieves milestone with Deem, Powered by Travelport+, NDC Capability
The integration of Deem with Travelport+ demonstrates Christopherson’s commitment to providing its customers with the most efficient and advanced travel booking options.
Bahwan Travel Agencies LLC Partners with Amadeus
Amadeus has entered strategic partnership with Bahwan Travel Agencies LLC, prominent player in Oman’s travel industry.
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts selects Sabre’s SynXis platform
Sabre Corporation announced a new agreement with brand Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. The chain, with a portfolio of hotels and resorts in both Sri Lanka and the Maldives, will be using Sabre Hospitality’s comprehensive Central Reservations System (CRS) to drive growth and scale.
IRIS unveils new guide to empower hoteliers to choose the ultimate digital ordering platform
IRIS announces the launch of its latest ebook, ‘The Hotelier’s Guide to Choosing a Digital F&B Ordering Platform’ to empower operators to boost revenue, streamline operations, and elevate the guest experience.
ZingHR reinforces its position in Aviation Industry
Maldives Airport Company Ltd. (MACL), which operates the primary international airport in the Maldives, Velana International Airport, and two domestic airports, has chosen ZingHR’s comprehensive Cloud HCM solution to modernize and integrate their HR functions.
RateTiger helps Cantonal Hotel by Warwick Riyadh to optimize revenue
Cantonal Hotel by Warwick Riyadh has found a reliable and innovative partner in RateTiger, a leading provider of hotel revenue management solutions.
Sabre launches new AI-powered retailing solution to optimize airlines’ premium cabin inventory
Sabre Corporation announced its newest AI-powered retailing solution for airlines – Sabre Upgrade IQ™.
Travel Tech set to drive innovation and strategic partnerships in EMEA
With a focus on “technological advancements in the industry,” attendees can expect three days of groundbreaking insights, expert sessions led by top executives and industry experts, and unparalleled networking opportunities.”
DigitalAPICraft partners with Google for API marketplace growth
Organisations around the world are rushing to build API (application programming interface) marketplaces to foster greater connectivity between them and their partners and users.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Hotelbeds signs global distribution partnership with Hopper
TravelTech company Hotelbeds has signed a new strategic partnership to provide Hopper with access to its portfolio of 300,000 hotels across 195 countries.
Ticket booking opens for World Travel Market London as the show announces exciting changes
Ticket booking is live for the global travel community secure entry to the 43rd edition of World Travel Market London, the world’s most influential travel & tourism event, which takes place between Monday 6th – Wednesday 8th November 2023 at Excel London.
365Villas launches industry-first flex-stay pricing for property managers
365Villas, a vacation rental management software provider, has launched a raft of industry-first website features including a tool that gives property managers the opportunity to offer a full suite of ‘Flex-Stay’ options for the first time.
Amadeus to work with Microsoft and Accenture developing new Generative-AI-powered integrations for corporate travel
As part of its ongoing partnerships strategy, Amadeus announced it is working with Microsoft and Accenture to develop new AI-powered integrations between its travel and expense platform Cytric Easy and Microsoft 365.
Deloitte: Travel leaders embrace automation and tech as workforce challenges continue to weigh on industry
Amid ongoing labor concerns, airline and hospitality leaders leverage digital and technology solutions to enhance traveler experience.
Heron AirBridge and SITA initiate proof of concept to advance urban air mobility for Singaporean airspace
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 and transport technology provider SITA.
STAAH partners with Archipelago International
STAAH, a leading cloud-based distribution platform has announced a strategic technology partnership with Archipelago International, Southeast Asia’s largest privately owned hotel management group that operates more than 350 hotels and residences across 200+ locations-
Trevolution Group introduces NDC aggregated air travel services
Trevolution Group, the global market leader operating Asaptickets Skyluxtravel, Dreamport and other travel brands, has announced implementing New Distribution Capabilities (NDC) in its airline ticket distribution as of September 2023.
Top travel trends and destination rankings in summer ‘23 – ForwardKeys
ForwardKeys, the leading travel analytics firm has identified six major trends in global air travel this summer. They are revealed
HotelPlanner aquires Eventsquid
HotelPlanner, a leading travel technology platform and hotel booking engine, announced the acquisition of Eventsquid
Virgin Australia expands long-term partnership with Sabre
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.
Kuala Lumpur is the most connected airport in APAC – OAG
Travel data platform OAG has released Megahubs 2023, the market’s definitive ranking of the Top 50 most internationally connected airports
SITA and Aruba demonstrate how physical passports can be held as a digital identity on your mobile device
SITA and the Government of Aruba showcased the successful implementation of verifiable digital credential technology, eliminating the need for passengers to show their physical passport when arriving on the island.
Phocuswright Conference releases full 2023 program
Phocuswright, the leading travel industry research and events authority, has released its full 2023 program for The Phocuswright Conference, which will be held November 13-16 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
DidaTravel outperforms Chinese hotel market recovery
DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel distribution company – has outperformed the wider Chinese outbound recovery, with a remarkable +40% growth in hotel sales, year-to-date Vs. pre-pandemic, 2019 sales (+292% growth comparing the same period, 2022).
Mekong Tourism Office promotes internships to plug tourism skills gap
The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office has launched the Mekong Tourism internship finder on MekongTourism.org. The initiative is designed to address
Spirit Airlines taps Cover Genius for personalised embedded protection
Cover Genius has partnered with Spirit Airlines. By integrating with XCover, Cover Genius’ award-winning global distribution platform, Spirit Airlines passengers
Consumers embrace technology to optimize travel: SITA
SITA’s 2023 Passenger IT Insights report, published finds customers looking to technology to optimize every aspect of the post-pandemic travel landscape
Amadeus partners with BEONx
Amadeus’ Demand360® subscribers using the BEONx Revenue Management System (RMS) can now gain access to the in-depth, forward-looking market insights provided by Amadeus’ business intelligence solution in their RMS
Breezeway becomes official Airbnb partner
Breezeway has become an official Airbnb Software Partner, the integration leverages multiple data connections to bring automation and operational insights to hosts and property managers.
Rateping and STAAH’s enhanced integration to help hotels maximise revenue
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 also keeping a tab on rate parity and Online Travel Agency (OTA) discounting.
PoB Hotels select Mews as a preferred partner for their collection of independent hotels
Mews, the cloud-native property management system (PMS), has been chosen by PoB Hotels to power their innovative vision of luxury hospitality driven by personalized guest service.
Conferma Pay and Inlogik launch hotel expense automation
Conferma Pay and Inlogik have partnered to launch a new solution for business travellers to simplify and automate the reconciliation of hotel expenses using virtual card technology.
EVA Air extends Amadeus partnership with NDC adoption
Amadeus has renewed its existing distribution agreement with EVA Air, extending the long-term collaborative relationship between the airline and travel technology leader.
Asia, Features, Interviews, Technology
Driving growth and innovation in APAC’s travel industry
In this exclusive interview, Travel Daily Media speaks with Vijayeta James, the Commercial Director of TBO.com for the Asia-Pacific region.
The UAE government partners with Mastercard to accelerate adoption of Artificial Intelligence
The UAE’s Artificial intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office and Mastercard today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to increase Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities
Arival launches Spotlight Awards
Arival, a global leader in the tours and activities industry, launched an innovative new recognition program, The Arival and TourReview Spotlight Awards.
Experiential travel replaces conventional motivations for travel
Mabrian Technologies, the company in Travel Intelligence and sentiment analysis, reveals the evolution of travellers’ behaviour and motivations from 2019 until now.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
TUI integrates into Juniper Travel Technology XML porfolio to extend Tours & Activities distribution
TUI Group, one of the world’s leading tourism businesses, has extended its Tours & Activities distribution through connecting with Juniper Travel Technology, a global travel technology company specialising in online solutions and connectivity.
Global, Technology
TUI brings ChatGPT to its mobile app in UK
TUI is bringing ChatGPT to its mobile app and testing the potential of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Global, Technology
DidaTravel’s global summer hotel bookings close to doubling pre-pandemic levels
DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel distribution company – reveals that their global hotel bookings for the summer season (June 1 – August 31) have already surpassed 2019 levels by an impressive 93% increase compared to the same period in 2019.
Awards, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
STAAH designated most innovative partner for 2023
The Most Innovative Partner Award for Booking.com represents STAAH’s innovative approach and implementing the most innovative solutions using Booking.com’s APIs.
Sabre strengthens ESG focus with two key appointments
Sabre Corporation announced that it is expanding its ESG team, with the appointment of Jessica Matthias as its new Global
Go City (formerly Leisure Pass Group) re-establishes its presence in India through Global Destinations
Go City® (formerly Leisure Pass Group), the world’s largest attraction pass business, re-establishes its presence in India through Global Destinations. Go City believes that there’s a better way to see and discover destinations, so we’ve created passes that help you do just that!
Features, Global, Technology, United States
6 reasons to NOT use this viral TikTok AirBnB hack
A recent video by TikTok user Anna (@annathingbutanimals) has been garnering attention for her travel hack, which she says has purportedly
Sabre launches Lodging AI
Sabre Corporation announced the availability of Lodging AI, marking the introduction of its Sabre Travel AI™ capabilities in the lodging sector and enhancing the power of Content Services for Lodging.
Go City launches Hong Kong Pass
Go City has launched the Hong Kong pass and expanded efforts to more effectively reach APAC-based travellers at key points in their planning
Ascott launches CHATGPT-powered web chatbot – CUBBY, your AI travel buddy
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 travel stages of planning and booking as part of the guest journey.
AirGateway now hosts easyJet content facilitated by Kyte
Kyte has today announced a commercial partnership with flight booking technology specialist AirGateway.
Corporate & Business, Global, Technology
Cornerstone strategically invests in Traxo
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 forces to modernize corporate travel management.
Travel International chooses Amadeus to upgrade its customer service offering in the UAE
Amadeus has signed a wide-ranging, agreement with Travel International – Terminals Group, based in Abu Dhabi.
The Next-Generation of Corporate Travel Retailing: Deem, Powered by Travelport+
Travelport confirmed the integration with Deem, a leading corporate travel management platform, with Travelport+.
Travelport delivers British Airways’ NDC content on Travelport+, providing faster and easier access for agents
Travelport announced that New Distribution Capability (NDC) content from British Airways is now live on the Travelport+ platform.
SITA delivers 400 new TS6 kiosks to Air France-KLM Group
SITA is upgrading Air France-KLM Group’s existing fleet of 400 self-service kiosks in Paris’ Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam’s Schiphol airports and other hub airports in Europe, delivering new functionalities for passengers such as contactless and smartphone payments.
Here’s how “airport selfies” can ruin your vacation
A recent survey showed that almost 85% of travellers are worried about being hacked while travelling. Cybersecurity experts from NordVPN
Travelport renews multi-year agreement with United Airlines
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.
Cloudbeds announces partnership with Vrbo
Cloudbeds, the hospitality management platform powering more reservations and happier guests for lodging businesses around the globe, announced its integration with Vrbo.
Travel Compositor’s AI engine is now operational in more than 15 countries
Following the launch of ‘AI Trips’ last month by Travel Compositor, the platform has already answered more than 15,000 questions thanks to the combination of 12 technologies and the use of algorithms that are born from user questions.
Features, Global, Technology
Top places to stay on your next snorkelling trip from airasia Superapp
World Snorkelling Day is celebrated on 30 July annually, and airasia Superapp, as Asean’s preferred one-stop travel superapp has some of the best spots and places for your next snorkelling trip.
Aruba, Caribbean, Global, Technology
SITA and Indicio announce a co-innovation agreement
SITA announced a co-innovation agreement with Indicio, the market leader in open-source verifiable data technology and trusted digital ecosystems, to accelerate the development and deployment of digital identities for travel.
Global, Technology
Digitrips launches AI-powered virtual assistant by mTrip
Digitrips, owner of leading French multi-product travel platform MisterFly announced the launch of its ChatGPT-powered virtual assistant service, offering travel tips and destination advice to travellers in 11 languages.
Global, Technology
Knowsley Safari launches digital guide with n-gage.io
Popular, nationally recognised visitor attractions like Knowsley Safari are turning to mobile app technology to transform their visitor experience.
5 tips for taking a ‘Workation’ this summer
With more and more companies transitioning to hybrid or fully remote work models, the modern worker now has the autonomy
China, Features, Global, Technology
TripGenie: The AI Travel Assistant by Trip.com
Trip.com has launched an enhanced version of its AI travel assistant, previously known as TripGenie. The newly released TripGenie excels
TravelgateX is transforming collaboration with channel managers and boosting direct product bookings
TravelgateX, the leading platform for global travel connections, is revolutionizing the way travel companies and channel managers collaborate.
ATTIA announces the Travel Changemakers Awards Judges Panel
The Asia Travel Technology Industry Association (ATTIA) and Web in Travel (WiT) announce who is participating on the Judges Panel for the inaugural Travel Changemakers Awards 2023.
Travelier achieves 150% growth between H1 2022 and H1 2023
Travelier (formerly Bookaway Group), a travel-tech company digitizing land and sea transportation around the world, announced an overall growth of 150% between H1 2022 and H1 2023.
Solo travel and private room stays on Airbnb gain momentum in the Philippines
New Airbnb data reveals that Filipino travellers are increasingly going solo, as solo travel by Filipinos on the platform increased
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Hong Kong, Technology
Greater Bay Airlines joins Sabre’s extensive Global Distribution System
Sabre Corporation, a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announced a new distribution agreement with Hong Kong’s newest airline Greater Bay Airlines.
Global, Luxury Travel, Technology, UK
Colletts Travel launches Traveltek Booking Platform for its UK based independent travel advisors
Colletts Travel, part of Global Travel Collection UK, is rolling out Traveltek – a new fully-integrated booking tool for its luxury leisure travel advisors.
Airlines and Aviation, Bangladesh, Global, Technology
Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd. partners with SITA
Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd. (BG) has partnered with SITA to adopt a suite of state-of-the-art connectivity solutions that will increase network speeds, optimize the airline’s operations, and reduce expansion costs.
Features, Global, Indonesia, Technology
Sentec PMS: Ushering Archipelago into a modern era of hospitality tech
Despite years of testing various property management systems, Archipelago International, Southeast Asia’s largest hotel chain, found themselves perpetually dissatisfied, consistently
Global, Technology
Generative AI could unlock $23.5 Billion in annual economic growth across the GCC by 2030
Generative AI (GenAI) has sparked excitement and investment in a technology with significant potential to change the world.
Rex, Australia’s best regional airline, choose Aviator for Revenue Management
Rex are making technological advances on multiple fronts and have just commenced using the latest web-based Aviator revenue management system.
Airports, Global, India, Technology
SITA’s passenger processing solutions to power Airports Authority of India across 43 airports
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.
Global, Technology
eSIM Go API integration enables launch of easySim.global
eSIM Go announced it has been chosen by easySim.global, an easyGroup brand, as its preferred partner for eSIM provisioning, connectivity and support.
Global, Technology
Sabre takes hotel guest services to a new level by integrating WhatsApp with Nuvola
Sabre Corporation announced the integration between Nuvola, its task management and guest engagement software, and the renowned messaging platform WhatsApp.
Travel Transformation: Defining Travel in 2023
Travel had to come to a standstill for the world to wake up to its importance. In an industry governed by change, be it societal, cultural, or economic – what emerged following the disruption of the last few years are major shifts in consumer mindset, spending, and lifestyle.
Features, Global, Technology
Travel Tech gives tourism professionals the edge
In an increasingly competitive travel landscape, the role of the modern tourism professional, from the tour operator to the DMC and even the property owner, has transformed dramatically.
Global, Mergers & Acquisitions, Technology
Sabre acquires e-commerce provider Techsembly
Sabre Corporation a provider of software and technology that powers the global travel industry, announced the acquisition of hospitality e-commerce provider Techsembly.
Global, Reports, Technology
Only 42% of newly signed up travel app users transact in the first month
CleverTap, the all-in-one engagement platform, released its industry benchmark report for travel apps. In the rapidly evolving mobile apps landscape, staying ahead of the competition is crucial for marketers.
Corporate & Business, Global, MICE, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
FCM reveals how it’s supercharging client servicing through a human-centred approach to generative AI
Global travel management company FCM shares as to how it is leveraging disruptive technologies to reshape the servicing of a multi-national customer base that stretches over 100 countries.
Global, Technology, Train, Transport
Mobilleo MaaS platform chosen to power new TfWM travel app
Multi-platform technology company FOD Mobility Group has been appointed by Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) to help design, develop and deliver a new wide-ranging mobility as a service (MaaS) app.
Global, Hotels, Technology
RoomRaccoon partners with The Hotels Network to enhance direct bookings
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 optimise hotel direct booking strategy, and enhance the guest experience.
Global, Israel, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Joyned and NexusTours announce strategic partnership
Israeli start-up Joyned and NexusTours, a destination management company serving the Caribbean, Central America, and North America, jointly announced their strategic partnership.
Features, Global, Hospitality, Spain, Technology
Hotelbeds introduces new digital tools to make selling travel easier for clients
With the summer holiday season in full swing, Hotelbeds is helping its clients manage the growing demand for travel by introducing new
Global, Technology
Riskline launches new personalised travel intelligence tool
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 instantaneous personalised travel information.
Features, Global, Technology, United States
Booking.com launches new AI trip planner
Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel platforms, has announced its new AI Trip Planner, which will launch in
Global, Technology
Sabre adds sustainability data to flight searches using Google’s CO2 emissions model
Sabre Corporation announces a significant milestone in its focus on sustainability by integrating carbon emissions data into its point-of-sale tools for corporations and travel agencies.
Asia, Features, Global, Technology
Sabre launches Sabre Space roadshow in Asia Pacific markets to empower agency partners to capture business growth opportunities
Sabre has kicked off its Sabre Space roadshow to help its agency partners to grow and optimize their businesses in today’s complex
Global, Technology
SITA Intelligence and Targeting provides real-time risk assessment
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 risks long before they reach their land, sea, and air borders.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
“Mystery flight” service helps airlines increase load factors
At this week’s Phocuswright Europe in Barcelona, delegates discovered how an innovative new technology is being used to help airlines.
Asia, China, Features, Global, Technology
Shiji pioneers new hotel payment solutions with “Shiji Digital Payby”
Shiji, the global hospitality innovator, announced the launch of Shiji Digital PayBy. A transformative integrated payment solution, uniquely tailored for
Asia, Global, Saudi Arabia, Technology
Almosafer and Klook launch Almosafer Activities platform
Almosafer, Saudi Arabia’s travel company (part of Seera Group), and Klook, Asia’s leading travel and experiences platform, have together launched the first ever holistic tours and activities platform for the KSA market, Almosafer Activities.
Corporate & Business, MICE, Technology
Zealous partners with Creative Zone
Zealous, the UAE’s first tech networking app, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Creative Zone, a leading provider of business setup services
Finance, Global, Technology
PayDocker: Revolutionising the travel and hospitality industry with cutting-edge solutions
PayDocker part of Bakuun Holdings, a pioneering technology company, is thrilled to announce its final unveiling of PayDocker on June 15th, ushering in a new era of transformative innovations for businesses in the travel and hospitality industry
Features, Global, Technology, United States
ATM scammers are finding new ways to target travelers
This vacation season, criminals use skimmers to steal your payment card details Recently NordVPN released its research about six million stolen credit
Global, Technology
Hostaway integrates with Google for vacation rentals
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.
Travel experiencing “robust cross-border growth” in APAC: Klook
Speaking from the Arival Activate event from 12 to 14 June in Bangkok, Klook’s Wilfred Fan, highlighted significant growth in the travel experiences sector in APAC – especially cross-border – and highlights the importance of investing in a new era of digital discovery to attract experience-hungry GenZ and Millennial travelers.
Global, Hotels, Technology
HotelRunner introduces AI-Powered Review Center for enhanced Reputation Management
HotelRunner, the leading travel and hospitality technologies platform, has launched HotelRunner Review Center, an innovative solution that will fundamentally change the way properties manage their online reputation
Global, Hotels, Technology
Unlocking dynamic pricing through the Oaky and IDeaS integration
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 opportunities.
Finance, Global, Technology
Overlooked, underloved & underestimated: but is ‘B2B payments’ becoming a less taboo topic in travel?
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 Phocuswright Europe session.
Airlines and Aviation, Canada, Global, Technology
Sabre and Air Canada form strategic distribution and retailing partnership
Sabre Corporation announced the completion of a new multi-year distribution agreement that provides Sabre-connected agencies with long-term access to Air Canada’s full content via NDC channels.
Global, Italy, Technology
Urbanv and SITA partner to provide digital solutions for Rome vertiports
SITA, the leading IT provider to the air transport industry, and UrbanV, the Italian vertiport operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a digital-first passenger experience for UrbanV’s vertiports in Rome due to start operations in 2024.
Features, Global, Technology
Top holiday hotspots of 2023 from AI
New research has revealed the holiday hotspots of 2023 – according to artificial intelligence. And France and Italy are the overall top suggestions from ChatGPT and Bard respectively.
Global, Hotels, Technology
“Booking Network Sponsored Ads” now available for the Asia Pacific hotels market via DerbySoft
Booking BNSA provide many hotels the option to stand apart from their competition across Booking.com, Agoda and Priceline destination hotel listings.
Millennials and Gen Zs take flight as culture vultures – Klook
Summer typically brings to mind the sun, sand, and sea, but this year, Millennial and Gen Z travelers across Asia-Pacific
Airlines and Aviation, Corporate & Business, Global, Technology
CWT enables access to Air France-KLM NDC content via Cytric online booking tool
CWT has started offering its global customers access to Air France-KLM’s NDC content through Amadeus’ Cytric corporate travel and expense booking tool.
Features, Global, Hospitality, Technology
Shiji appoints Ryan King as senior vice president for the Americas
Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, has announced the appointment of Ryan King as Senior Vice President for the Shiji
Airlines and Aviation, Europe, Germany, Global, Technology
Hahn Air drives change with innovation
Airline distribution provider, Hahn Air, is creating an innovation node for companies looking to advance their innovative projects.
Features, Global, Technology
66% of ChatGPT users are using the tool for coding
The recent launch of ChatGPT has launched a serious discussion regarding the broader use of Artificial Intelligence.
Features, Global, Technology, United States
LOVU launches first-ever romantic travel booking App
LOVU, a new travel platform specializing in romantic travel, has announced the official BETA launch of the first-ever romance travel
In the Philippines, book a tour guide via Grab
In sustaining its continued commitment to support the country’s tour guiding sector, the Department of Tourism (DOT) is introducing digital
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Malaysia, Technology
Malaysia Airlines successfully implements full suite of Sabre Network Planning
Sabre Corporation announced the successful implementation of a full suite of Sabre Network Planning and Optimization solutions for Malaysia Airlines.
Air, Airlines and Aviation, Features, Global, Senegal, Technology
Air Senegal – seizing opportunities in Africa and beyond with Aviator revenue management
Air Senegal has selected Aviator from Maxamation to help maximise flight revenues. The latest webbased Aviator system has recently been activated along with extensive training for the revenue management team, conducted in French language.
Global, Technology
ZainTech partners with Mastercard to provide unique AI and Machine Learning data solutions to businesses
ZainTech, the one-stop digital solutions powerhouse of Zain Group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Mastercard to create unique data-driven and innovative solutions.
Features, Global, Technology
How to become a super host on Airbnb, as per AI
Deciding on the interior design for your Airbnb can be tough – especially if you don’t have panoramic views or an unbeatable location that will bring in the bookings.
Global, Technology
MMITA launches its first mobile app as a breakthrough social platform integrated with Augmented Reality
MMITA (Meet Me In The Astral), a cutting-edge technology company, launches its mobile app as a new Augmented Reality (AR) platform that allows users to experience and share AR content wherever they are. MMITA offers a creative and immersive opportunity for users to discover the virtual world around them, interact with it, and add their own elements to it
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
GetYourGuide secures USD194 million in funding
Since their humble beginnings in 2009, at GetYourGuide they have been in the business of helping more people unlock unforgettable experiences.
Features, Global, Technology
Cybersecurity experts explain how password managers can help you to stay safe online
One way to foster good password habits both safely and easily is by using a password manager. With that in mind, cybersecurity experts VPNOverview.com have revealed exactly how password managers can help and how to find ones that are trustworthy to use.
Global, Technology, Thailand
Agoda and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration collaborate on ‘Agoda Tech Day Camp’ Initiative
Digital travel platform Agoda has partnered with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and the Saturday School Foundation to organize Agoda Tech Day Camp, a series of tech workshops for high school and university students in 2023.
Global, MICE, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Arival launches guide to help experience companies grow online bookings
Arival, a global leader in the tour and activities industry, launched a new guide aimed at helping tour operators choose a booking system.
Global, Technology
AI boom: Don’t miss out, but avoid the frenzy
Investors must take a cautious approach to the Artificial Intelligence (AI) boom to avoid getting ‘burned says Nigel Green
Asia, Australia, Global, Technology
Quest Apartment Hotels expands partnership with Amadeus to include business intelligence
Australasia’s leading apartment hotel brand signs agreement for Amadeus’ Agency360 +® to gain access to the industry’s most robust business travel insights
Global, Technology
Red Hat accelerates IT Automation with event-driven ansible
Red Hat, Inc., the world’s provider of open source solutions, today announced the general availability of Event-Driven Ansible, a scalable and resilient solution that expands how organizations can activate automation as a reliable strategy across the hybrid cloud.
Global, MICE, Technology
Cvent launches AI writing assistant
Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, has announced the launch of its AI Writing Assistant.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
oneworld and Elemental Cognition’s breakthrough AI Travel Agent transforms the online booking experience
oneworld Alliance and artificial intelligence (AI) company Elemental Cognition have completed initial trials of their state-of-the-art booking tool that helps customers navigate the complex process of planning a “Round the World” ticket.
Global, Startups, Technology, Train, UK
Cutting train Wi-Fi threatens sustainable travel: Byway
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 as part of cost-cutting measures.
Global, South Korea, Technology, Travel Agents
Yellow Balloon Tour signs long-term agreement with Sabre
Yellow Balloon Tour will accelerate its growth using Sabre’s intuitive Sabre Red 360 interface and Sabre APIs to create compelling trips for its travellers as well as using Sabre’s technology and expertise to help it grow in the online space.
Global, Technology
Globe Thrivers taps Unlock Protocol to enable digital passports
Unlock Protocol is powering the NFT-based memberships used by Globe Thrivers, the members-only travel community saving travellers significant time and stress when planning trips.
Dubai, Global, MICE, Technology
Sabre spearheads a thought-provoking discussion on industry trends impacting travel in 2023
Earlier this month, Sabre Corporation sponsored the travel tech stage at the Arabian Travel Market Middle East (ATM) 2023 in Dubai, providing a platform to facilitate industry discussions and debates about technology and innovation
Global, Hotels, Reports, Technology
Short term rental industry witnessing a widening digital divide
The short term rental industry continues to embrace technology and fuel its evolution, while a reluctant minority of property managers have resigned themselves to an analog future, Breezeway research reveals.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
SKY Airline expands Sabre distribution agreement and adopts SabreSonic passenger service system
Sabre Corporation announced a new multi-year agreement with SKY Airline, a low-cost Chilean airline with flights to over 40 destinations in 8 countries across the Americas.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Hotels, Technology
airasia Superapp officiates partnership agreement with Swiss-Belhotel
airasia Superapp today officiated a Partnership Agreement with Swiss-Belhotel International, one of the fastest-growing hotel management groups in the world.
Global, Technology, Tourism, UK
Travel Counsellors show ‘Record’ annual results
Very strong momentum has continued into the current year with trading in H1 up 64% on pre-pandemic levels as the business accelerates towards delivering £1bn+ of platform sales in FY23
Global, Technology
Travelport and Adventureman set a New World Record
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, and Jamie McDonald, a British adventurer better known as “Adventureman”, today announced a new world record – the fastest time to visit the new Seven Wonders of the World, achieved in less than seven days.
Features, Global, Interviews, Singapore, Technology
EQUATOR: The true B2B marketplace for tourism sector
Tourism is one of the world’s largest sectors, which includes the hotel industry, transport and several other industries. The tourism sector worldwide generated nearly two trillion US
Asia, Global, Reports, Technology
Top six trends shaping travel experiences in Asia-Pacific
Arival has released six key trends that are shaping the future of travel experiences in APAC. The findings, from its recent The Outlook for Experiences 2019-2025 research, are released ahead of the annual Arival Activate event, which takes place in Bangkok on June 12-14.
Global, Hotels, MICE, Technology, United States
AI and tech: Number one focus for travel in 2023
Tourism leaders attending the MarketHub Americas by Hotelbeds have reported that Artificial Intelligence and technology will be their top strategic priority for 2023.
Asia, Global, Reports, Technology
APAC hotel occupancy rose above pre-pandemic levels in Q1 2023
Travel across the Asia Pacific region (APAC) is well on its way to recovery, with growing travel demand across all markets as the industry approaches the second half of the year.
Features, Global, Technology, United States
Expedia Group shows B2B growth with new partnerships, tech features
Following a strong quarter for Expedia Group’s B2B segment where it delivered 55% in revenue growth compared to 2022, the
Features, Global, Startups, Technology, UK
Uber takes to the skies with flight bookings in-app
Uber has announced a new UK feature which allows users to book flights directly in the Uber app. The new
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Switzerland, Technology
Datalex renews partnership with Edelweiss
Datalex, a market leader in digital retail technology focused on the airline market, announces the renewal of its partnership with Swiss airline, Edelweiss.
Technology
Boostly introduces AI-driven content and listings for direct booking websites via ChatGPT integration
Boostly has become the first website design agency to directly embed ChatGPT into its direct booking websites.
Charity / Sustainability / CSR, MICE, Technology
“Travel is at a crossroads: It can either become more sustainable via innovation – or be forced to take action via crises and regulation”
Ahead of Phocuswright Europe in Barcelona, Phocuswright urges travel companies to take action on climate change via innovation.
Global, Hotels, India, Technology
STAAH technology helps juSTa Hotels & Resorts clock 15% increase in direct bookings revenue
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% by using its pooled inventory system.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Hotelbeds join forces with NYU SPS Tisch Center of Hospitality
Hotelbeds and the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality have launched a collaboration to explore and inspire the next generation of tech start-ups through the company’s TravelTech Lab initiative and the school’s Innovation Hub (HI Hub) Incubator Programme.
Charity / Sustainability / CSR, Hotels, Technology
RoomRaccoon partners with re-forestation NPO Hotels for Trees
Hotel management tech company, RoomRaccoon, has announced its partnership with Hotels for Trees, a non-profit organisation that contributes to reforestation projects across the globe.
Global, Technology
Joyned and Amadeus unveil new agreement to enhance travel booking experience
Israeli start-up Joyned has today announced a commercial agreement with leading global travel technology company Amadeus.
Airports, Australia, Global, Technology
eSIM Go powers Sydney Airport’s game changing new travel add-on
eSIM Go announced its role in the successful launch of Sydney Airport’s tripsim service – a new eSIM-enabled product offering that gives passengers access to affordable data on their travels in over 150 countries.
Finance, Technology
Astra Tech launches Botim 3.0 Ultra App
Astra Tech, the leading consumer technology holding group in the MENA region, held its much-anticipated Botim 3.0 Ultra App launch event on May 2nd at the prestigious Museum of the Future in Dubai.
Global, Technology
Omnichat Rolls Out Customer Journey Automation: Meta, Sa Sa and Vita Green join to share WhatsApp Marketing
Omnichat, a one-stop omnichannel messaging integration platform that offers conversational commerce solutions, recently hosted an offline event, “Future Commerce Summit cum New Product Launch”.
Features, Global, Mobile & Social, Technology
Top travel hacks trending on TikTok
TikTok is home to a wealth of travel advice, tips, and tricks that can make your travel experience more enjoyable
Dubai, Global, MICE, Technology
Generative AI and sustainability are driving investment in the tourism technology segment
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) activities are attracting the highest levels of investment in travel technology at present, according to innovation specialist, Plug and Play.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, United Arab Emirates
Astra Tech partners with Etihad Airways to launch flight bookings on Botim
Astra Tech (Astra) signed a partnership with Etihad Airways that will enable customers to book flights through BOTIM, the MENA region’s leading VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) solution, which was recently relaunched as an Ultra app.
China, Features, Global, Singapore, Technology
The big buyers are back! Total Alipay transaction made by Chinese tourists in Singapore almost doubled in Q1
Alipay, the leading digital platform for payment and other digital services, today reported that the total transaction value made by
Dubai, Global, Hospitality, MICE, Technology
Even as tech changes hospitality, human intervention remains crucial
Big data is having a transformative effect on hospitality across the Middle East and beyond. However, leading hoteliers speaking on the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, emphasised that human intervention remains essential if owners and operators wish to derive genuine value from the information being gathered.
China travel is back! Trends for the May holiday season
Travelport has released the below trend data highlighting the resurgence of outbound travel from mainland China. Demand has continued to
Airlines and Aviation, Global, India, Technology
Air India and Sabre re-establish valued relationship with new distribution agreement
Sabre Corporation and Air India announced a new multi-year deal that enables travel agents and corporations around the world to access Air India fares and seats through Sabre’s extensive global travel marketplace.
Here’s why luxury brands should not overlook TikTok
As consumers become increasingly aware of their environmental impact, data and insights company Agility, Research & Strategy has shed light on
CrimsonLogic partners with Shanghai Data Group
Singapore-based global technology company CrimsonLogic, a leader in digital trade facilitation solutions and part of the PSA Group, announced that it has entered into a strategic collaboration with Shanghai Data Group, a Chinese enterprise which manages Shanghai’s public and state-owned enterprise data.
Zoho launches new Unified Communications Platform and Collaboration Technology for Zoho Workplace
Zoho Corporation, a global technology company, unveiled its new collaboration experience, Trident, as well as strengthened collaboration technologies to offer businesses easier ways to communicate across channels, reduce tool-ambiguity, and improve an organization’s overall digital adoption.
Kyte partners with Air Canada
Kyte announced a new partnership with Air Canada to enable a direct connection to Air Canada’s next-generation distribution platform, offering easy access to the airline’s comprehensive and innovative product suite.
Norse Atlantic Airways joins Vueling Global platform, powered by Dohop
Spanish low-cost airline Vueling has announced the addition of Norse Atlantic Airways to its Vueling Global platform, powered by technology provider Dohop.
AutoGPT gains popularity as Twitter influencers predict revolution in AI, reveals GlobalData
AutoGPT has emerged as the top trend on Twitter since the second week of April 2023, reveals the Social Media Analytics Platform of GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.
Frontier Airlines optimise revenues with Accelya
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 market-leading revenue management (‘airRM’) solutions.
Global, Indonesia, Technology
DSL Travel renews relationship with Sabre
Jakarta-headquartered DSL Travel will continue to be part of Sabre’s extensive Global Distribution System (GDS), as well as supporting wider growth in the Indonesian travel market through Sabre’s intuitive agency workflows.
Accredify closes Series A funding round to bring digital trust to APAC and beyond
Accredify, APAC’s leading verifiable technology solutions provider, announced that it has raised USD$7 million during its Series A funding round, co-led by top venture capital firms iGlobe Partners and SIG Venture Capital, with participation from returning investors, Pavilion Capital and Qualgro.
Hyperchain Technology debuts at InnoEX
From April 12 to 15, InnoEX was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year’s show focused on smart city, digital business, artificial intelligence and other key technology areas in Hong Kong, with leading companies from different industries showcasing diversified innovative solutions.
Features, Global, Technology, UK
HotelPlanner integrates ChatGPT into its loyalty programme
HotelPlanner has announced the integration of ChatGPT, a large language model developed by OpenAI, into its new loyalty programme, Hotel
Global, Hotels, Technology
HotelPlanner integrates ChatGPT into its Loyalty Programme
HotelPlanner, a hotel booking platform for all travellers, has announced the integration of ChatGPT, a large language model developed by OpenAI, into its new loyalty programme, Hotel Buyers Club.
Airlines and Aviation, France, Global, Netherlands, Technology
Air France and KLM now available on Verteil’s NDC Platform
Air France and KLM (AFKL) and Verteil, a leading NDC technology provider for 40+ global airlines since 2016 announced that AFKL’s offers are now live on Verteil Direct Connect.
Asia, Global, Technology
Grab launches new features and tie-ups to welcome travellers
Grab, Southeast Asia’s superapp, announced new in-app travel innovations and partnerships to give travellers a safe, seamless and hyperlocal experience as Southeast Asia embraces a travel comeback
Airlines and Aviation, Bhutan, Global, Technology
Bhutan Airlines signs a new distribution deal with Amadeus
Travel sellers around the world can now book flights with Bhutan Airlines on the Amadeus Travel Platform. Operating out of Bhutan’s only international airport in Paro, the airline offers daily flights to Bangkok via Kolkata, India, and three flights a week to Delhi.
Asia, Features, Global, Technology
Grab launches new features and tie-ups to welcome travellers back to the region
Grab has announced new in-app travel innovations and partnerships to give travellers a safe, seamless and hyperlocal experience as Southeast
China, Features, Global, Technology
Alipay records rebound in outbound Chinese tourists spending amid tourism recovery
Amid global cross-border tourism recovery, the average spending of Chinese tourists using Alipay overseas doubled in the first quarter of
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, Thailand
Thai Airways expands distribution agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced a renewed distribution agreement with Thai Airways.
Global, India, Technology
Amadeus Labs opens engineering facility in Pune
Amadeus has announced the opening of their new engineering site in Pune, Maharashtra. This facility will help expand Amadeus Labs’ engineering and R&D activities in India.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, United States
Sabre launches United Airlines’ NDC offers to its global network of travel buyers
Sabre Corporation announced the availability of United’s NDC offers through Sabre’s global distribution system (GDS).
Airlines and Aviation, China, Global, Technology
Datalex renews 3-year partnership with Air China amid APAC travel recovery
New data from Datalex, a market leader in digital airline retail products and software solutions, signals a much-anticipated recovery in Chinese aviation activity and increased demand for its digital transformation products and expertise.
Global, Reports, Technology, Thailand
Amadeus’ Traveler Tribes 2033
In honor of Earth Day, Amadeus’ latest ‘Traveler Tribes 2033’ study reveals how the travel landscape is advancing with four distinct Traveler Tribes that are expected to evolve in 10 years’ time: Excited Experientialists, Memory Makers, Travel Tech-fluencers, and Pioneering Pathfinders.
Airlines and Aviation, Technology
Air Canada expands partnership with Amadeus
As New Distribution Capability (NDC) technology continues to create new retailing opportunities for airlines around the world, Air Canada and Amadeus have expanded their long-standing partnership.
Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Expedia launches conversational trip planning powered by ChatGPT
Expedia announced an exciting new use for artificial intelligence with the beta launch of a new in-app travel planning experience powered by ChatGPT.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Shiji expands connectivity with D-EDGE
Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, announced the agreement for the connectivity between D-EDGE’s global hotel distribution solutions to their Shiji Enterprise Platform, the company’s next generation cloud-based PMS built for hotel groups and enterprise chains.
Global, Oman, Technology
Al Manal Travel reaffirms two decades of collaboration with Sabre
Sabre Corporation, a software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, and Al Manal Travel, Tours and Cargo, the travel company in Salalah, the Sultanate of Oman, have announced an exclusive multiyear technology agreement.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Oaky introduces Front Desk Upsell Automation, revolutionising Hotel Revenue Strategies
Oaky, a hyper-personalised hotel upselling software solution, has announced the release of its new Front Desk Upsell automation solution.
Airports, Global, Kazakhstan, Technology
SITA airport management solution to deliver new efficiency to Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport
Kazakhstan’s Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport has turned to SITA to deliver new digital solutions to reduce operational costs while supporting improved aircraft turnaround performance.
Global, MICE, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Tech and AI will challenge travel status quo
AI, robots and connected apps will improve the efficiency of the travel industry whilst also improving the customer experience, innovation leaders told attendees at the MarketHub Europe by Hotelbeds.
Global, Italy, Technology
Italy Travel Tech Accelerator
Over 100 Startup candidates for the “Italy Travel Tech Accelerator” call, roadshows in 5 major Italian cities and a strong enthusiasm for the measure proposed by the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with Broxlab.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Sabre and American Airlines set to go live with NDC content
Sabre Corporation a leading software and technology provider to the global travel industry, and American Airlines, today announced the availability of American’s NDC offers through Sabre’s global distribution system (GDS).
Global, Technology
Travelport launches Smartpoint Cloud
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, announced the launch of Smartpoint Cloud on Travelport+.
Global, Technology
Sabre announces agreement with Capillary Technologies
Sabre Corporation a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announced an agreement with Capillary Technologies,
Global, India, Technology
Amadeus introduces Travel4Impact in India
Amadeus has introduced its Travel4Impact initiative in India – a social innovation network for the tourism industry.
Reducing the friction: Technology hotels should invest in to increase profits
Digitalisation has become an increasingly important aspect of the hospitality industry in recent years. With the rise of technology and
OTA Insight launches Rate Insight+, the first commercial solution to combine hotel and short-term rental data in a single platform
Hoteliers can now eliminate blind spots in the face of increased competition
SITA and Indicio provide tech at Aruba’s Queen Beatrix International Airport
SITA, working with Indicio and the Aruba Tourism Authority, announced the implementation of seamless travel to Aruba through the use of verifiable digital credential technology.
Phocuswright Europe 2023 moves to Barcelona, Spain from 12-14 June
Phocuswright, the travel industry research authority, released the growing Speaker roster for Phocuswright Europe 2023, taking place at the Barceló Sants Hotel in Barcelona, Spain this 12-14 June, with a focus on theme of the conference: Travellers. Titans. Trailblazers.
Virgin Australia implements Sabre’s Revenue Optimizer and Dynamic Availability tools
Sabre Corporation announced the successful implementation of its Revenue Optimizer and Dynamic Availability solutions at Virgin Australia.
GOL Linhas Aéreas launches Sabre Ancillary IQ
Sabre Corporation and GOL Linhas Aéreas have announced the carrier’s successful implementation of Sabre Ancillary IQ™, an AI-based solution designed to help create personalized offers for travellers and drive incremental ancillary revenue opportunities for airline customers.
Budapest Airport invests in Veovo technology
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is set to enhance the passenger experience and optimise its operations by implementing Veovo’s Passenger Predictability solution.
Hotelbeds extends its network via new partnership with Juniper Travel Technology
Hotelbeds has partnered with Juniper Travel Technology to extend its full portfolio of products to customers of the fellow Mallorca-based technology solution.
SITA partners with Volocopter on digital infrastructure for vertiports
Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), and SITA, the world’s leading IT provider to the air transport industry, have entered a partnership, with SITA selected as Volocopter’s preferred digital and IT systems partner for vertiports.
Lion Travel Group partners with Amadeus
Lion Travel Group, Taiwan’s largest travel agency, is working with technology provider Amadeus to support its expansion plan in growing its footprint in Taiwan and across Asia Pacific.
Reopening China: Sabre data indicates significant outbound travel rebound
With more than 166 million international trips booked by Chinese travellers in 2019, contributing over USD 245 billion to global tourism in the process, it is no wonder that the world has been watching, and waiting, for China to re-open its borders, after nearly three years of Covid-19 closure.
Travelport acquires Deem
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, announced the acquisition of Deem, a leading corporate travel management platform.
5 ways Sabre reduces turbulence as NDC takes off
The New Distribution Capability (NDC) conversation is shifting from NDC in theory, to NDC in practice. Learn 5 ways Sabre
The rise of TikTok is revolutionizing how activity providers “get discovered”
Arival 360 Conference in Berlin, the rise of newer social media platforms like TikTok has been a major focus area.
Uber reveals new features ahead summer travel season
With Spring arriving, travel season has begun and this year experts predict travel will continue to boom globally, rising by a further
Travel tech industry must innovative harder when it comes to safe-travel tools for women
This International Women’s Day travel meta search provider WayAway is highlighting the need for better travel planning tools that allow
Ruby Hotels implements Shiji Enterprise Platform as PMS across the group
Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, has announced that Ruby Hotels has successfully implemented Shiji Enterprise Platform (PMS) across all properties.
transcosmos launches web accessibility diagnostics & renovation service
transcosmos inc. hereby announces that the company has rolled out a web accessibility diagnostics & renovation service that ranges from performing a current status survey, defining the scope of renovation projects, developing necessary documents, to revamping the current websites to make all clients’ site visitors enjoy a more pleasant user experience.
Travel Counsellors see record sales for second consecutive month
Following on from a record-breaking January – Travel Counsellors, the UK’s largest and fast-growing technology platform for travel entrepreneurs – has announced it has smashed records for February.
With 500% revenue growth: wndr is democratizing the travel industry
With over 500% growth in just six months, wndr is a travel start-up that is making waves in the industry. The company is on a mission to democratize the power of mega-booking brands among influencers, giving them the ability to launch their own personalized booking platform and monetize their trust and expertise. This is a revolutionary approach to travel booking that is shaking up the industry and bringing a new era of entrepreneurship to the field.
Appointments, Eturbo News, Technology
Sabre President takes on CEO position
by: editor |
Sabre Corporation, a software and technology company in the global travel industry, announced today that Sean Menke, currently Chair of the company’s Board and its Chief Executive Officer, will transition to be solely Sabre’s Executive Chair of the Board, effective April 27, 2023.
Full article: Sabre President takes on CEO position
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Is AI the next gold rush? Global investment skyrockets 633.33%
If you compare the change from 2020 to 2021 with the previous 3 years, where AI investment remained almost consistent,
How to empower next generation of hoteliers with technology
Never before have hoteliers relied on this scale of technology to power their basic decision-making and improve the guest experience.
ChatGPT: Opportunity or threat for travel?
If in technology and innovation circles 2021 was the year for crypto and 2022 was the year of the metaverse,
JA Resorts & Hotels partners with GIATA
JA Resorts & Hotels, a homegrown legacy brand in the United Arab Emirates, has announced its partnership with GIATA DRIVE.
7 essential cybersecurity tips for international travel
International travel is often an exciting opportunity for cultural exploration or a necessity for conducting business. Either way, it is
AeroCloud raises USD12.6 million Series A from leading growth investors Stage 2 Capital
AeroCloud – the intelligent airport management platform that improves collaboration and efficiencies – has announced it has raised USD12.6 million
JAGGAER partners with Workato
JAGGAER, the leader in Autonomous Commerce announced an agreement with Workato, the automation and integration platform as a service (iPaaS) provider.
Amadeus and BCD expand global technology partnership
BCD Travel has expanded its agreement with Amadeus as the forward-looking travel management company (TMC) refines its global technology approach to best capitalize on opportunities in the new era of business travel.
Kempinski Hotels selects Sabre technology to upgrade customer booking experience
Sabre Corporation has announced an enhanced agreement with Kempinski Hotels, the Europe’s oldest luxury hotel company, to enable the luxury hotel chain to upgrade its customer booking experience.
Peakwork SET and new Web3 sales solution at ITB, Berlin
Peakwork is looking forward to exhibiting again at ITB. Taking place in Berlin from March 7-9, visitors can find the Peakwork booth 109 in Hall 5.1.
Facebook and Instagram users look to leave platforms as Meta announces subscriptions
Following Twitter’s introduction of charges for ‘verified’ checkmarks, Facebook and Instagram’s parent company Meta has announced that it will also
Trip.com launches TripGen
Trip.com has launched TripGen, a chatbot designed to provide travellers with live assistance through cutting-edge AI technology.
Sabre signs agreement with Tian Xia Fang Cang to support future Chinese hospitality sector recovery
Hospitality provider Tian Xia Fang Cang will be marketing Sabre Hospitality’s solutions in China, with a focus on its Global Distribution System.
Hotelbeds on being the ‘partner of choice’ of hotels in APAC
Pippa Williamson joined Hotelbeds in September last year taking the role of vice president for APAC leading all core commercial activities across the region while growing the relationships with Hotelbeds’ suppliers and clients across APAC.
trendtours uses IT solutions from ISO Travel Solutions as their digital nervous system
In order to modernize its own IT landscape from the ground up and thus drive forward the digitalization of all processes and systems, trendtours Touristik GmbH has entered into a strategic partnership with the IT company ISO Travel Solutions GmbH from Nuremberg.
AMEX-GBT and Amadeus renew strategic agreement
American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) and Amadeus have renewed their strategic long-term technology agreement to address the challenges
Tiqets partners with RUNNR.ai
Tiqets, the online platform for cultural and leisure experiences in Europe and North America, has signed a partnership with RUNNR.ai, a conversational Artificial Intelligence (AI) solution for the hospitality industry.
Red Hat launches Ansible Automation Platform on Google cloud
Red Hat, Inc., the provider of open source solutions, today announced the availability of Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform on Google Cloud, providing a common and flexible IT automation solution that extends from the cloud, to the datacenter and out to the edge without additional complexity or required skills.
TikTok set to overtake Facebook
According to new research from Arival and Phocuswright, TikTok will overtake Facebook as the most popular place young people go to find tours, activities and experiences inspiration.
Seeking innovation: Hotelbeds and Wayra launch TravelTech Lab
Hotelbeds and Wayra, Telefonica’s Open Innovation Hub, have formed a partnership to establish the TravelTech Lab by Hotelbeds to reshape the
ANA extends partnership with Amadeus
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is taking a significant step through an extended partnership with Amadeus. he renewed deal will continue to see the Amadeus Altéa Passenger Service System (PSS) support all ANA international flights across reservation, inventory, ticketing, and departure control.
Sabre to share latest insights and present product highlights at ITB Berlin
Leaders from Sabre Corporation will take the stage at this year’s ITB Berlin Convention to share insights on the latest trends and developments in the travel industry, the evolution of consumer expectations, and recent developments and innovations.
Which Traveller Tribe are you in? Amadeus defines future travellers
Amadeus commissioned a global research study – Traveller Tribes 2033 – which identifies four Traveler Tribes that will develop in the next 10 years and will be future target consumers.
Agoda uses ChatGPT to regale Valentine’s Day hotspots
Tokyo, Bangkok, and Singapore are this year’s most popular Valentine’s Day getaways in Asia, global digital travel platform Agoda revealed
SAP deepens partnership with Red Hat
SAP SE and Red Hat, Inc., the world’s provider of open source solutions, announced an expanded partnership to significantly increase SAP’s use of and support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Uber Sail-ebrates Valentine’s Day with the English national opera
Love is in the air again as Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and this year, Uber is bringing love to
Book your interconnected hotel rooms with P3
Hotel technology company P3 has become the first booking engine provider to allow guests to book interconnecting hotel rooms online.
Aviation CIOs ramp up digital technology investments to meet demands of swift recovery
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 solutions seen as central to their success.
livn debuts enhanced reseller API
Traveller needs are changing. They are expecting more from their digital experiences, including increased flexibility, personalisation, seamless booking, and customer management process.
GoMoWorld: New Global Roaming App
Introducing GoMoWorld, a revolutionary new app that will help customers access great value mobile data while travelling, saving significant money and avoiding unexpected or hidden charges.
5 reasons why traditional travel protection is obsolete
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, travel protection has become on top of the mind or even a mandatory requirement for every traveller.
Shiji and Amadeus integrations help hoteliers streamline guest experience and drive revenue
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 chatbot to better serve their guests.
GIATA partners with Unique Travel Corp
GIATA DRIVE, a Berlin-based technology company that specializes in automated hotel content management, has secured a partnership with Unique Travel Corp, worldwide representatives for Sandals Resorts International
Top five Amadeus travel trends 2023
The Amadeus 2023 Travel Trends identify five new developments which the company believes will play a part in shaping travel over the coming year.
Cirium signs deal with Amadeus for enhanced flight searches
Cirium has signed a deal with Amadeus to provide its advanced flight schedules data into the Amadeus Travel Platform, further enhancing the dataset available for flight search and bookings.
Camp Indie will bring digital nomads together at Club Getaway from June 16-19 2023
Location Indie, an organization that has built this unique conference and adult summer camp weekend at Club Getaway in Kent, CT is designed to foster real-life authentic connections and knowledge sharing among a global community of people living unconventionally.
Travel bounces back as vacation rental bookings rise up to 27% on 2022 levels
The outlook for vacation rental travel this year is confident as Key Data reveals a significant rise in the number of reservations
New partnership expands TMC servicing abilities
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.
SITA partners with Zamna
SITA is innovating with cutting-edge technology to strengthen its airline, airport, and border solutions in partnership with travel identity company Zamna Technologies.
Boeing partners with ASM Global – managed Tech Port Center + Arena
An innovative new partnership between Boeing and the Kelly Heritage Foundation—an educational nonprofit organization affiliated with Port San Antonio, on whose behalf ASM Global manages Tech Port Center + Arena—will expand STEM learning and workforce development across South Texas.
Asia, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology
Rezio strengthens its network of distribution channels to embrace global travel rebound
Asia’s top restech for attractions, tours and activities, rezio, is actively integrating with connectivity partners to empower travel experience companies in Asia Pacific to distribute to and reach a wider market.
Features, Global, Technology, UK
Why you should book your holiday on a Wednesday and four other ways to keep holiday costs down
New research from independent financial broker Norton Finance finds searches for ‘cheap holidays’ peaked in the past week, as consumers look at
Features, Global, New Zealand, Technology
Top online channels for 2022 – STAAH
Global hotel technology giant, STAAH, has unveiled the list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
Travelport and Air France-KLM launch NDC Content
Travelport and Air France-KLM announced that Air France-KLM’s New Distribution Content (NDC) is now live on Travelport.
Europe, Features, Global, Technology
IDeaS expands European presence
IDeaS, the world’s leading provider of revenue management software and services, closed 2022 with a host of new clients. From
Features, Global, Hospitality, Israel, Technology
Hotelmize raise $12 Million Series B round led by Flashpoint
Hotelmize has secured $12 million in series B funding, led by Flashpoint Venture Capital with participation of existing investors. Omry
China, Features, Global, Technology
Alipay+ promotes QR code connectivity, paving ways for a cash-free, mobile friendly travel experience in Chinese mainland for Asian consumers
Alipay+ is striving to provide cash-free and mobile-friendly travel experiences for Asian tourists in the Chinese mainland, as it seeks
10 indicators that your computer is being spied on
According to 2022 Statista data, there were 2.8 billion malware attacks in the first half of the year worldwide. As
Global, India, Technology
Trevolution Group chooses India to build NDC Team of Excellence
Trevolution Group, which operates International Travel Network, Asaptickets, Skyluxtravel, Aviajet, and other travel brands, announces plans to implement new distribution capabilities (NDC) in its ticket distribution by partnering with AirGateway, a world-leading NDC aggregator.
Global, Hotels, Technology
HotelPlanner and ZentrumHub partner to expand inventory & distribution channels
HotelPlanner, a global travel technology platform and hotel booking engine, announced a new service agreement with ZentrumHub, an India-based travel technology platform focused on delivering the fastest hotel API solutions to the travel and hospitality industry.
Global, Mergers & Acquisitions, Technology
RateGain to acquire Adara
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 Inc. (Adara) through an asset purchase agreement.
Features, Global, Technology
Smart itineraries taking travel experience to next level – GlobalData
Innovation in the travel & tourism industry is on the rise, with many travel-assisted tools and services, including smart itineraries,
Global, Indonesia, Technology, Vietnam
Traveloka Co-Founder commits to accelerating digital transformation in Vietnam’s tourism sector
During his state visit to Indonesia which marks the 10th anniversary of establishing a strategic partnership between Indonesia and Vietnam, the President of Vietnam, H.E Nguyen Xuan Phuc met with representatives from key Indonesian enterprises, including Traveloka.
Features, Global, Technology
How travel insurance can help with winter travel woes
The Transportation Security Administration reported a 10% increase in flyers this holiday season compared to 2021. This year’s demand, coupled
Global, Technology
Red Hat helps enterprises modernize at scale with new Migration Toolkit
Red Hat Migration Toolkit for Applications 6 provides a simpler, more straightforward path for organizations to shift their existing applications to Red Hat OpenShift.
Global, Startups, Technology, Thailand
‘The Thaiger Cage’ to debut at the Conrad Bangkok on 16 Jan
Thai digital media outlet The Thaiger is launching a new start-up technology pitch event ‘The Thaiger Cage’ on 16th January 2023 at the Conrad Bangkok.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
AeroBid is launching ‘The Empty Leg Marketplace’
UK-based start-up, AeroBid, is launching an exciting new add-on to its platform “The Empty Leg Marketplace”.
By the Way, Technology
Cognizant to advance Garuda Aerospace drones with digital technologies
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 and bring innovative solutions at scale for enterprises aiming to achieve greater agility, productivity, and overall outcomes.
Global, Oman, Technology
Zahara Travel partners with Amadeus
Zahara Travel, corporate travel specialist in Oman partners with Amadeus to expand its premium customer offering.
Global, Hotels, Technology
D-EDGE provides Hamamatsu hotel group with seamless technology
Japan’s luxury hospitality group Hiramatsu, signed an agreement with D-EDGE Hospitality Solutions, a hospitality technology provider, to expand its international market share.
Airlines and Aviation, Europe, Global, Technology
AirFi deploys portable streaming solution across easyJet’s continental European fleet of 108 aircraft
Following a successful trial involving easyJet’s full fleet of 27 Swiss-registered aircraft, inflight technology provider AirFi announces the further deployment of its revolutionary portable streaming solution across the remainder of the airline’s continental European fleet.
Consumer, Global, Technology, Thailand
Amadeus powers Thai super-app Robinhood’s expansion into travel
Super-apps have grown to define the consumer experience in large parts of Asia, with the ‘one-app-fits-all’ model playing a leading role in the digitalisation of the region.
Global, MICE, Technology, UK
Afro Nation, Secret Garden Party and El Dorado choose Easol
Easol will be the official booking platform partner for the world’s biggest afrobeats festival Afro Nation Portugal & Ghana, along with the infamous Secret Garden Party and El Dorado.
Global, Romania, Technology
SITA partners with TechTalent Software
SITA and TechTalent Software have announced a strategic partnership to launch a Research and Development center in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Corporate & Business, Global, Technology
CWT extends Wenrix partnership for airfare savings
CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform, has signed a multi-year partnership with Wenrix, the leading automated, AI-powered airfare price tracking platform, to power CWT’s best price ‘airfare optimization solution’.
Global, Technology, UK, United States
83% still plan to fly, even with travel disruptions
New data from travel technology company IBS Software reveals that despite more than two thirds (68%) of passengers being inconvenienced by disrupted journeys since COVID travel restrictions were lifted and 66% expecting more of the same during upcoming trips, most (83%) still plan on flying for a break in the next six months.
Global, Japan, Technology
AirTrip International signs multi-year agreement to use Sabre GDS
INFINI Travel Information, the exclusive Sabre GDS distribution partner in Japan, and Sabre Corporation announced a new, multi-year GDS agreement with AirTrip International Corp.
Unlocking NDC’s full potential for the industry
The travel industry has seen steady progress in the adoption of New Distribution Capability (NDC) in the last few years.
Global, Technology
Amex GBT and Traxo pilot solution for pre-trip data
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 solution which aims to automatically capture out-of-channel booking data and bring it back into the travel management company’s systems.
Consumer, Global, Hotels, MICE, Technology
‘Game changing’ festival technology for the travel industry goes live
Tech firm The Booked it Group has launched new festival technology, helping hotels, venues and promoters in the travel industry to collaborate on events.
Global, Hotels, Technology, United States
OTH Hotels Resorts partners with Shiji Group
Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, has announced that OTH Hotels Resorts has gone live with advanced reputation management, cloud POS and Golf, Spa and Activities management software in several of their properties around the United States.
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Papua New Guinea, Technology
Air Niugini renews distribution and distributor agreements with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced the renewal of its distribution agreement with Air Niugini. The deal will ensure that the airline can continue to reach Sabre’s extensive network of global travel buyers, while giving Sabre-connected travel agents ongoing access to Air Niugini content.
Global, Hospitality, Technology
Breezeway expands global reach through WhatsApp integration
Breezeway, the property operations and service platform for hospitality professionals, is expanding its reach into several markets worldwide, catering to even more short-term rental property managers and service providers across the globe.
Features, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Technology, UK
Travel’s presentation of information key to combating climate change
Is the future of sustainability in travel just about travelling less and doing more carbon offsetting? Do we need to
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology, UK
Virgin Atlantic partners with Nuvei
Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”) the Canadian fintech company has partnered with Virgin Atlantic. Nuvei builds on its exceptional technology with customized solutions designed for some of the largest companies in the industry.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Hospitality must “abandon dependence on RevPAR and occupancy metrics” to thrive
Beonprice – one of the world’s hotel revenue management providers – has set out on a mission to persuade the hospitality industry to “abandon the dependence on RevPAR and occupancy rates metrics” and adopt “total sustainable profitability” opportunities to thrive in a post-COVID world.
China, Global, Hotels, Technology
TravelgateX partners with Fliggy to expand global reach
TravelgateX announced a service provider partnership with Fliggy, a leading online travel platform in China.
Global, MICE, Technology
Artificial Intelligence, data analytics and augmented reality for transforming tourism
Tourism Innovation Summit 2022 has once again hosted the Touristech Startup Fest entrepreneurship competition
Airlines and Aviation, Global, Technology
London City Airport partners with Leidos to transform airport security experience
London City Airport is investing in replacing its existing conventional security X-ray machines with new, state of the art, CT scanners, provided by Leidos.
How Duetto helps hotels to be more agile and react quickly to market changes
78% of hoteliers planned to increase their investment in hotel tech in the next three years. To drive up revenue,
Vibe launches new ‘consumer-grade’ booking tool for business travel
Booking technology solutions Vibe has confirmed the launch of a ‘consumer-grade’ booking tool for business travel. ‘Vibe Corporate’ will be
Features, Global, Technology, United States
Sabre launches partnership with Girls Who Code
Sabre Corporation has announced a partnership with Girls Who Code (GWC), an international non-profit organization dedicated to closing the gender
Corporate & Business, Global, Technology
VIBE launches new ‘consumer-grade’ booking tool for business travel
Vibe – the international provider of booking technology solutions to the travel industry – has confirmed the launch of a ‘consumer-grade’ booking tool for business travel.
Global, Technology
Sabre partners with Trava to digitalize post booking for travel agents
Sabre Corporation announced a new Premium Solution Partnership with Trava to help automate post-booking processes for travel sellers.
MICE, Technology
TIS reveals travel trends for the coming years: social media, sustainability and frictionless experiences
TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2022 the global summit of technology and innovation for the travel and tourism industry that has celebrated its third edition in Seville (Spain), has brought together international consultancy firms in the tourism sector to analyse the major trends that are transforming the sector.
Global, Hotels, Technology
Virdee partners with Crave Interactive for digital guest service solution
Virdee, a SaaS company delivering digital check-in and virtual concierge services to the hospitality industry, has today announced its partnership with Crave Interactive, a leading developer of digital service solutions for the global hospitality industry.
Asia, Global, Technology
Rezio integrates with Google for tickets, tours and activities booking links
Asia’s top ResTech for Attractions, Tours and Activities, rezio, announced the launch of a new integration with Google, allowing their operators to show ticket booking links directly on Google Search.
Technology, United Arab Emirates
Safe Travel & Services partners with Amadeus
Amadeus has signed technology partnership agreement with Safe Travel & Services, one of leading travel agencies in UAE.
Global, MICE, Technology
PSNI Global Alliance adds Zoom as a global preferred vendor partner
PSNI Global Alliance, the global network of premier technology integrators and service providers, continues to expand its worldwide presence and portfolio as it welcomes renowned UCC solution provider Zoom Video Communications, Inc. as a Global Preferred Vendor Partner (PVP).
Travelport joins Travalyst Coalition and escalates focus on sustainability in travel retailing
Travelport has joined the global sustainable travel coalition, Travalyst, as part of the company’s commitment to driving sustainability forward in
DCT Abu Dhabi signs strategic partnership with Hotelbeds
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT) has today announced a partnership with Hotelbeds, global leaders in the TravelTech space, to encourage travel agents to promote Abu Dhabi across key and emerging markets as a leading tourist destination.
GIATA partners with TravelgateX for smarter mapping technology for hotels
TravelgateX, the global marketplace for the travel trade, with the aim of expanding its international distribution network, is now integrated with GIATA, a global leader in non-bookable content solutions in the travel industry.
‘airasia Super App’ officially launches in Indonesia
The airasia Super App is officially launched in Asean’s largest populated country – Indonesia, marking a significant milestone for the region’s fastest-growing travel super app as it completes its Asean expansion plan in 2022, focusing on Bali as a key international tourist market.
‘Automation with Amadeus’ at roadshow in Delhi
The roadshow in Delhi is the first in a series of products and solutions roadshows that will be hosted by Amadeus India in six major cities in India in November 2022.
Oman Air renews agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation and Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, announced, at the World Passenger Symposium (WPS), a renewed long-term agreement to help the airline reach its strategic goals.
Rightsify: Providing the soundtrack for global aviation
Incorporating music into the flying experience can have several benefits for both airlines and passengers. Music can help passengers feel relaxed on the ground, keep them entertained in the air and improve the full travel experience.
SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report uncovers the key trends transforming accommodation
Coming out of the health crisis, the urge to travel is stronger than rising inflation, and the already popular ‘bleisure’
Features, Global, Technology, United States
Sabre, BCD Travel announce partnership focused on growth, innovation and evolution of corporate travel
Sabre and BCD Travel have announced a long-term, multi-faceted strategic partnership that is expected to drive meaningful growth and advancement
Travel AI startup, Globaleur, raises 2.5m USD to connect end-to-end experience
South Korean travel tech startup, Globaleur, has raised US$ 2.5 million in their pre-series A round and recently completed setting
APAC hotel occupancy shows recovery with strong Q4
As countries in Asia Pacific actively lift travel restrictions, Amadeus’ business intelligence data is showing strong recovery indicators for the remainder of 2022, and evidence of growing traveller confidence as the sector looks towards 2023.
Using LiDAR sensors to combat overcrowded North Sea beaches
To better distribute visitors across different locations along the North Sea coast, the umbrella marketing organisation “Die Nordsee GmbH” relies on LiDAR sensors from the Munich-based manufacturer Blickfeld.
TIS2022 to define the future of global tourism
TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2022, the technology event for travel and tourism professionals, returns to Seville (Spain) from 2 to 4 November.
IDeaS announces collaboration with Hyatt
IDeaS has announced a global collaboration with Hyatt to power the hotel group’s commercial revenue platform. Hyatt will deploy IDeaS’ suite of
MyStays Hotel Management partners with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced a new alliance with MyStays Hotel Management. The agreement will enable the Tokyo-headquartered hotel chain to grow its global reach, including putting its offers in front of increasing numbers of international and corporate guests.
Nirvana to distribute via Sabre GDS
Sabre has signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi-based lodging content aggregator Nirvana to distribute its inventory through the Sabre marketplace.
Alipay+ partners with over 1 million merchants in Japan
As Japan reopens to mass tourism, Universal Studios Japan is the latest partner of Alipay+ for easy connectivity of various mobile payment methods and marketing solutions.
airasia partners with 12Go to enable intercity train, bus, ferry, and private transfer bookings in its Super App
With the launch of ‘Transport’ in the airasia Super App, the company offers its 10.6m monthly users a seamless booking
Singapore Airlines deploys Sita Opticlimb
SITA OptiClimb, a digital inflight prescriptive analytics tool for fuel optimisation, has been selected by Singapore Airlines to support the carrier’s goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. It will help to reduce 15,000 tons of carbon emissions per year.
Paxes primed for a pan-India launch
Paxes, a SAAS-based platform for corporates and travel management companies to upgrade their business travel experience, has announced that they are primed for a pan-India launch after their beta phase roll-out.
Traveloka partners with Tourism Malaysia
Traveloka is collaborating with Tourism Malaysia on a smart partnership campaign to promote the country as the holiday destination of choice.
Travel insurance for hurricanes
The National Hurricane Center is tracking two new tropical disturbances in the Atlantic. With nearly two months of hurricane season
TrustedStays partners with Amadeus
The TrustedStays short-term rental booking platform will connect to Amadeus’ to expand accommodation choice, flexibility for the corporate and “bleisure” segment.
Google launches ‘Travel Insights with Google’ for ME
The tools are launched under the ‘Travel Insights with Google’ website which includes two new tools available in both English and in Arabic; Destination Insights and Hotel Insights.
Travelogix partners with ServeVita
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 Travel Agencies in over 30 countries around the world.
ixigo ropes in Bollywood actors for #NikalLo
Travel app, ixigo has roped in Bollywood celebrities Jackie Shroff and Suniel Shetty as the new faces of the brand, for their campaign- #NikalLo.
Akasa Air partners with RateGain
Akasa Air has selected RateGain’s AirGain product to make air travel affordable for its customers by leveraging accurate and real-time airfare data.
MEA partners with SITA for baggage technology
SITA and Middle East Airlines–Air Liban (MEA) have renewed a technology contract and moved the airport’s baggage reconciliation system (BRS) at Rafic Hariri International Airport – Beirut to the cloud, increasing operational efficiency.
Alipay+ partners with leading Asian e-Wallets to promote cashless travel in South Korea
Leading mobile payment providers across Asia has announced an integration of Alipay+ cross-border digital payment solutions in South Korea in
Thai Vietjet partners with Dohop
Thai Vietjet has announced the launch of a new virtual interline service developed in partnership with technology provider Dohop. The platform allows Thai Vietjet passengers to purchase airline tickets to airports across global destinations in one seamless transaction.
HotelRez partners with Oaky to unlock automated upselling
Oaky becomes the new preferred upselling partner for HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, the world’s 3rd largest consortia of independent hotels to allow more hotels to drive incremental revenue through automated upselling.
Digital travel to grow to USD 400 bn in 2022
Digital Travel Market is expected to reach USD 1,618 Bn in 2032, at a 15% CAGR in 2022-2032 as per a report by Future Market Insights (FMI).
TakeMe raises USD1.8 million to expand its Japan’s restaurant reservation service for international tourists
Japan’s cross-border payment start-up TakeMe has announced a total of JPY260 million (USD1.8 million) funding. The round was led by
Automated In-Stay Upselling via Oaky: Increased convenience and efficiency for hotel staff and guests
Oaky, the hyper-personalised hotel upselling software, recently launched its new automated in-stay upselling feature. This addition to the platform allows
‘ixigo Flex’ for flexible airline tickets
AI-based travel app ixigo has announced the launch of ‘ixigo Flex’ – a feature that allows the purchase of a fully flexible airline ticket with no additional payment for rescheduling, apart from the fare difference (if any) for air travellers across all domestic flights for greater convenience and flexibility.
COCOTEL Hotels & Resorts pairs with Archipelago for growth
COCOTEL Hotels & Resorts, hotel technology and property management aggregator company, partners with Archipelago International, Southeast Asia’s largest private and independent hotel management group, to tap bigger hotels that need their services.
Guesty acquires hotel management platform YieldPlanet & launches Guesty Distribution Hub
Short-term rental platform Guesty has announced the acquisition of hotel-focused revenue and distribution platform, YieldPlanet. The acquisition expands Guesty’s offerings
Travel Un’chained’ with blockchain
Around 230 players from 150 leading international tourism and tech companies representing more than 30 countries came together in Mallorca to jointly lay the foundations for the further development of the travel industry in Web 3.0.
EveryMundo Marketplace gives travel brands access to increase online direct bookings
EveryMundo has launched the EveryMundo Marketplace, a digital catalog of more than 100 marketing and eCommerce products. The Marketplace is
Lufthansa Group partners with Amadeus
Lufthansa Group and Amadeus are expanding their partnership to further modernise travel distribution and retailing.
Startups laid off nearly 77,000 employees in 2022
A wave of layoffs has swept across the globe as companies struggle with slower business growth and rising labour costs.
SITA opens the door to new partners
SITA, the IT provider to the air transport industry, launches a partnership program aimed at joining hands with key partners as it embarks on a new path to growth.
Oaky’s new design boosts customers’ room upgrade revenue by 75%
The travel industry is rebounding strongly and guests are making up for it by treating themselves to room upgrades and
HFTP announces 2023 HITEC North America advisory council
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP), producers of the Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC) has put together an expert group of industry professionals to serve on the advisory council for its upcoming North American event.
Jamaica partners with SITA for technology
Jamaica to adopt SITA’s Digital Travel Declaration solution allowing travellers to submit all immigration, customs, and health documentation required for entry into the country through one easy, efficient, and secure platform.
Amex GBT to upgrade with Travelport+ Technology
Travelport, and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) have renewed their strategic relationship with a multi-year agreement which includes the use of Travelport’s next generation selling platform, Travelport+.
INK Hotel partners with HITEK for Flexi-Guest app
Dubai-based hotel to digitalise the guest journey from pre-arrival to check out, enhancing the guest experience & improving operational efficiency.
Cover Genius teams up with RedBus to offer Singaporeans “Cancel For Any Reason” travel protection
Insurtech company Cover Genius has announced a partnership with bus ticketing platform RedBus to offer customers in Singapore cancel for any
Vietnam Airlines extends distribution agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announces an extended distribution agreement with Vietnamese flag
Sabre plans large investment in India
American tech giant Sabre Corporation president has planned an incremental multimillion-dollar investment in India to tap its tourism potential in airlines and hotels.
Banyan Tree Group, Intellect offer Wellbeing Sanctuary
Two Singapore-based companies: Banyan Tree Group and Intellect, take a proactive approach to addressing mental wellbeing through a digital app
Uber car rental
The ubiquitous taxi service still wants you to get from A to B but in a new way. Customers will
Byway launches first ever flight-free business travel planner
As OOOs start to wind down for the summer and 2023 planning looms on the horizon, businesses are thinking of
SiteMinder acquires GuestJoy
SiteMinder has announced it will acquire industry acclaimed hotel guest engagement suite GuestJoy, a cloud-based app that allows hoteliers to
Technology plays a vital role in ensuring seamless travel
A study by Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and FCM — “The Evolution of Travel Program Technology” — explores how technology has impacted the travel manager’s role, the traveller experience, and the Travel Management Company (TMC) business.
Solare Hotels and Resorts choose Sabre as tech partner
This will strengthen Sabre’s position in the Japanese marketplace while enabling Solare Hotels to broaden its geographic reach and potential revenue opportunities
Aviator customers see huge benefits from the latest cloud-based technology
The latest release of Aviator has the power to apply complex fare class inventory optimisations to over a thousand flights per minute and can optimise entire airline networks multiple times daily.
How innovative hotels are using NFTs to attract international travelers
Tourism is on the rise. As more and more people get back to traveling, some regions are already seeing travel spending reaching pre-pandemic levels. The US is even poised to grow beyond that level and set record highs in travel spending.
OTA Insight provides hoteliers the right tools to get ahead of the competition
OTA Insight is a company that gives hotels tools that help them make informed decisions.
Agoda and Alipay+ expand on their partnership to offer greater rewards
Agoda and Alipay+ today announced a new partnership that will leverage Alipay+ solutions on the Agoda platform for better customer
KKday expands footprint in Vietnam
KKday has announced it will be aggressively expanding its footprint in Vietnam, and driving over 100 million USD for Vietnam’s
Virtuoso launches its first-ever Travel Tech Summit
Virtuoso is hosting its first-ever Travel Tech Summit, taking place on 14 August at ARIA Resort & Casino during its
FWD partners with Klook for customers in Southeast Asia
FWD Group has announced a unique distribution partnership with Klook to launch a fully integrated accident cover insurance that will
SITA unveils eVisa and electronic travel authorisation to transform borders
The mobile capability of SITA’s new eVisa and ETA capability allows travelers to make applications and provide their biometric information using their personal devices before they travel
Booking any Aston Hotel and more are ASTONishingly easy on its new website
Seamless browsing and booking experience welcome guests on the new ASTON website, which now features a sleek and modern look,
Here’s where hackers compromise travellers during their holiday
According to recent research by NordVPN, 1 in 4 travellers have been hacked when using public Wi-Fi while travelling abroad.
OAG Delivers Access to Entire Flight Lifecycle Through Versatile Data Platform
OAG has announced the release of Flight Status Data into its Flight Info Direct solution, delivering instant access to the full
Hotelbeds launches new Environmental, Social and Governance Strategy
Hotelbeds has today announced its new Environmental, Social and Governance strategy, which aims, as Hotelbeds’ CEO Nicolas Huss describes, “to take Hotelbeds’ position
KKday secures Series C+ round for hiring, expanding footprint, and tech innovation
KKday has announced it has secured additional funding in a Series C+ round, bringing the total Series C round raised
Eturbo News, Technology, Tourism, Transport
Delta Air Lines ups Airbus A220 order to 107 aircraft
Delta Air Lines’ total firm order for Airbus A220 jets is now 107 aircraft – 45 A220-100s and 62 A220-300s
Delta Air Lines ups Airbus A220 order to 107 aircraft
Oaky, Duetto pair up to enable hotels to provide personalised upgrade offers
Duetto and Oaky, two of hospitality industry’s best in class Revenue Strategy and Upselling platforms, have announced a strategic partnership that delivers analytically-powered, highly targeted upgrade offers to guests.
China, Features, Global, Singapore, Technology, Tourism
Trip.com Group and Singapore Tourism Board strengthen ties to further promote Singapore
Building on the three-year Memorandum of Understanding signed in November 2020, Trip.com Group and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) are deepening
Asia, Australia, Global, OTAs & Tour Operators, Startups, Technology, Tourism
Aeronology rolls out Journey Beyond to make process for travel advisors hassle-free
Journey Beyond is focussed on bringing Australia’s unique an iconic experiences to life, with experiential tourism experiences
Belgium, car rental, Eturbo News, France, Hotels, Technology, Tourism, Transport, UK
Brits come out on top when it comes to responsible travel
While 77% of UK travelers acknowledge that eco-friendly tourism is expensive, it is a cost most are willing pay
Brits come out on top when it comes to responsible travel
Global, Technology, UK
5 holiday mistakes that could invalidate your travel cover
With two in three Brits purchasing some form of travel insurance when booking a holiday, it’s important to know what
Japan Airlines joins the list of notable airlines available on airasia Super App
The list of notable global carriers available on the airasia Super App’s online travel agent (OTA) platform continues to grow,
Most dangerous and safest US travel destinations by cybercrime in 2022
The summertime is synonymous with the travel season. Before departing for their destination, tourists frequently assess a variety of health and physical safety precautions; however, only a few consider their online safety.
How Agoda can help hoteliers achieve the competitive edge
In this dynamic environment, it becomes even more important for hoteliers and property owners to showcase themselves to reach the right target audience, at the right time and through the right channels