Travelport shifting strategy to higher-growth online channel The company’s mix of business continues to pivot toward the fast-growing online channel, which in Q3 saw a revenue climbed 30%, thanks to transaction growth with several major European and Asian OTAs. Source: Hotel Marketing Travelport shifting strategy to higher-growth online channel
Amadeus and IHG delay Guest Reservation System rollout to 2019 Amadeus has made a big bet on tech services for the hotel industry, and InterContinental Hotels Group has been its high-profile launch partner for Amadeus’ new guest reservation system. Source: Hotel Marketing Amadeus and IHG delay Guest Reservation System rollout to 2019
Travelzoo is having trouble figuring out life after metasearch As the overall online daily deals mania has subsided in tandem with an improved global economy, booking sites which made their name in the discount space have languished. Source: Hotel Marketing Travelzoo is having trouble figuring out life after metasearch
Safety and security top concern for Asia Pacific business travelers Recently conducted research by Carlson Wagonlit Travel found that while more than one-third of European travellers are concerned about safety and security, their counterparts from other regions worry more. Source: Hotel Marketing Safety and security top concern for Asia Pacific business travelers