Sabre President takes on CEO position
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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…
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Rezio integrates with Google for tickets, tours and activities booking links
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PSNI Global Alliance adds Zoom as a global preferred vendor partner
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Travelport joins Travalyst Coalition and escalates focus on sustainability in travel retailing
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DCT Abu Dhabi signs strategic partnership with Hotelbeds
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GIATA partners with TravelgateX for smarter mapping technology for hotels
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‘airasia Super App’ officially launches in Indonesia
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‘Automation with Amadeus’ at roadshow in Delhi
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Oman Air renews agreement with Sabre
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Rightsify: Providing the soundtrack for global aviation
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SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report uncovers the key trends transforming accommodation
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Travel AI startup, Globaleur, raises 2.5m USD to connect end-to-end experience
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APAC hotel occupancy shows recovery with strong Q4
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TIS2022 to define the future of global tourism
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IDeaS announces collaboration with Hyatt
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MyStays Hotel Management partners with Sabre
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Nirvana to distribute via Sabre GDS
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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
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Singapore Airlines deploys Sita Opticlimb
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Paxes primed for a pan-India launch
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Traveloka partners with Tourism Malaysia
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Travel insurance for hurricanes
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TrustedStays partners with Amadeus
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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
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ixigo ropes in Bollywood actors for #NikalLo
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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
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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 an effort to jointly promote cashless travel…
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…
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…
Digital travel to grow to USD 400 bn in 2022
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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 New Economy Ventures and individual investors.…
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 hoteliers to automatically…
‘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…
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…
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 and…
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…
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 designed to enable airlines, hotels, and…
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. Thousands of companies have been forced to reduce costs and cut…
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 additional services. Oaky is helping hotels to leverage room…
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…
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…
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…
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 reason (CFAR) travel protection when they book…
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 carrier Vietnam Airlines.…
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 platform available for guests who book…
Uber car rental
The ubiquitous taxi service still wants you to get from A to B but in a new way.
Customers will now be able to book and hire a vehicle through the Uber app, picking their self-driven…
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 ways they can hit their carbon targets and still allow for in-person…
SiteMinder acquires GuestJoy
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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…
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…
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…
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 benefits and rewards. This is in addition to the…
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 tourism industry by 2023.
KKday will be focused on…
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 Virtuoso Travel Week event.
The summit will consist of three…
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 be available via the Klook app and website.…
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, a user-friendly direct booking experience, and a fully…
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. Most of those hacks happen while travellers are in transit at…
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 lifecycle of a flight. Powered by its Snowflake-enabled…
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 on ESG to the next…
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 to US$95 million. The round is led by major tech Asia private equity…
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…
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 their collaboration across key markets…
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
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
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 could invalidate your insurance claim while being on holiday and 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, with Japan Airlines (JAL) being the latest addition to grant…
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…
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…
Are Pilotless Flights on American Airlines Already in Operation?
America is celebrating its birthday on Monday, July 4. This is the busiest travel weekend and US Airlines are more than overwhelmed.
Are Pilotless Flights on American Airlines Already in…
Four Chinese airlines order 292 new Airbus A320 jets
Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, Shenzhen Airlines placed an order with Airbus for 292 new A320 aircraft
Four Chinese airlines order 292 new Airbus A320 jets
Pent-up demand for air travel, with passengers embracing mobile and touchless technologies
SITA’s 2022 Passenger IT Insights research highlights pent-up demand for both business and leisure travel emerging from the pandemic
Most and least sustainable travel destinations in USA
Cities around the world are now doing their best to fight the global climate change and to be more sustainable
Most and least sustainable travel destinations in USA
Airline Passengers prefer Mobile and Touchless Technologies
Air Passengers embrace IT for convenient and seamless air travel, as the air transport industry continues to digitalize the journey’s steps
Airline Passengers prefer Mobile and Touchless…
Air Astana resumes online check-in for international flights
Air Astana online check-in opens 36 hours before international flight departure and ends 60 minutes prior departure
Air Astana resumes online check-in for international flights
5 ways Powered by ARCHIPELAGO help hotels to step up their online game
Many hotels lack the resources (teams, tools, systems and expertise) to accelerate their online business, and end up falling behind their competitors.
Book now or wait? Why we need the e-tourism revolution
With the world opening back up and a relaxation on testing restrictions, 2022 is set to be a big year for travel. Airlines, tour operators, travel agencies, and hotels are all reporting a…
Ensuring Safe Rollout of 5G Networks on Airlines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to work closely with the aviation industry to ensure that aviation and incumbent aviation safety systems can safely…
Airbnb launches new safety product for solo travellers
Airbnb strives to be a place where anyone can belong and feel safe while travelling. One strength is in the flexibility we offer to our guests through our over 6 million listings. From…
How to Secure a Sustainable Future for Aviation
Climate change and European Aviation. European vital role to ensuring safe mobility must significantly reduce its environmental footprint.
Click to read the full story: How to Secure a…
New Airbus A321XLR jet takes off for the first time
Airbus’ first A321XLR (Xtra Long Range) has successfully accomplished its first flight. The aircraft, MSN 11000, took off from Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport at 11:05 hrs CEST for a test…
Computer glitch shuts down Swiss airspace
Switzerland’s major airports in Zurich and Geneva were paralyzed today, halting all landings and takeoffs after the air traffic control service Skyguide grounded all flights early on…
CTM rolls out traveller CRM for enhanced personalised service
Global travel management company CTM has launched its proprietary traveller CRM, CTM Advisor, in EMEA elevating personalised customer service experiences across its trans-Atlantic markets
WestJet passengers now cleared to fly before reaching airport
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London-based technology company Zamna is announcing a pilot of its patented digital intelligence system with the Canadian airline WestJet, across select international…
Travel companies plan fintech investment boom to capture rebound
As the world begins to rediscover travel with COVID-19 restrictions lifting around the world, the travel industry has an opportunity to rebuild and renew by harnessing advances in…
Uber rolls out new services for sun-seekers across the Mediterranean
Uber is preparing for the biggest summer of tourism on record, by launching the Uber app across some of Europe’s most popular sun-soaked destinations.
New ways of travelling and digital innovation fuel the shift to a membership economy
Driven by tech innovation, changes in traveller behaviour and an inversion from transactional to relational interactions between brands and consumers, the membership economy is helping…
New Travelport+ Self-Service Suite unlocks productivity and propels travel retailing
Travelport has debuted the latest product feature release for its next-generation travel retailing platform, Travelport+. The new self-servicing suite and automation tools, now available…
Rezio partners with Viator to expand its channels to global markets
Rezio has announced a strategic collaboration with experience marketplace Viator.
wndr is taking over GenZ and Millennial travelers with short-form videos
A new start-up company wndr is revolutionizing the travel discovery experience by focusing on short-form TikTok style videos, targeting Millennials and GenZ. wndr is focusing on bringing a…
Bahrain Tourism and Wego join hands to boost tourism
Wego will work closely with Bahrain to attract more travellers to the country in line with the government’s strategy for 2026 which aims to bring over 14.1 million tourists to the kingdom
5 trends powering the vacation rental industry
Hostaway has revealed major trends powering the industry ahead of the 2022 summer season from their data.
Long-stays are the new way to travel
Hot off the news that Airbnb’s…
FAA finds Hawaii Airline Unsafe
FAA finds Hawaii Airline Unsafe -
Transair and Transair Express is Hawaii-based and operates between the Hawaiian islands. Freight, cargo, or passengers, all airlines should be safe. A…
Sabre prioritises employee wellbeing with series of new initiatives
Sabre Corporation has launched a transformed employee wellbeing experience, aimed at fostering a supportive environment where people can thrive, learn, succeed and give back.
The…
Making innovative hotel management easier
Implementing the latest hotel technology solutions to optimise operations is essential for a hotel’s success in today’s dynamic and competitive market
airasia Super App pairs with Quantum Metric to improve digital customer experiences
The airasia Super App, ASEAN’s fastest growing digital travel and lifestyle platform is partnering with Quantum Metric to help build the best possible customer experiences across its web…
A new Airbnb for a new world of travel
With a new way to search designed around Airbnb Categories, the innovative Split Stays feature, and AirCover for guests, this launch represents the biggest change to Airbnb in a decade.
Rwanda no longer requires PCR tests for new foreign arrivals
Rwanda no longer requires PCR tests for new foreign arrivals -
Arriving passengers at Kigali International Airport no longer need to take PCR tests while coming and on arrival to Rwanda,…
Investment in technology will drive tourism in Middle East
As tourism destinations in the Middle East are widening their appeal and extending their offerings to attract FDI, global ministers of tourism convened at the 2022 Middle East Tourism…
International travel to fully recover by 2025 – GlobalData
International departures will reach 68% of the pre-COVID-19 levels globally in 2022 and are expected to improve to 82% in 2023 and 97% in 2024, before making a full recovery by 2025 at 101%…
US mandatory pre-departure testing a major hurdle for travel recovery
US mandatory pre-departure testing a major hurdle for travel recovery -
A new survey reveals the inbound pre-departure testing requirement imposed by the federal government is…
