Trivago’s growth slows down Trivago’s third-quarter results weren’t as attractive as they’ve been in past quarters. Revenue was up just 17% from the year-ago quarter, coming in at 287.9 million euros and decelerating dramatically from the 67% growth rate that Trivago posted last quarter. Source: Hotel Marketing Trivago’s growth slows down
Booking.com shows greater love for tourism start-ups Booking.com is turning its attention to mentoring start-ups at that are at seed level with Booster Lab, an offshoot from its Booster program launched in June. Source: Hotel Marketing Booking.com shows greater love for tourism start-ups
Ctrip steps up its interest in destination marketing With around 300 million registered users, Ctrip has accumulated a high volume of data and insights which can be used by global destinations looking to market their appeal to Ctrip’s audience. Source: Hotel Marketing Ctrip steps up its interest in destination marketing
China emerges as key strategic market for Hotelbeds Group The company, which is focused on the wholesaler, registered 20% year-on-year growth in room nights booked from the APAC source market. China was the top source market for the second year running, within APAC, with 46% growth in room nights. Source: Hotel Marketing China emerges as key strategic market for Hotelbeds Group