2013 Archives

Travel startups that started salivating over the prospects of Priceline and American Airlines getting into the funding game are likely disappointed, for now, at least.

For once, this isn't totally Boeing's fault, but it's still their problem because nobody is writing headlines that blame GE's engines.

Google has the resources, but not necessarily the focus, to become a go-to resource for airport images and information.

Adding guest reviews of hotels to its official star-rating system is a great move by Abu Dhabi Tourism as it will boost the credibility of its classification system, and keep hoteliers on their toes. And, for TripAdvisor, Booking.com, Expedia and Hotels.com, it is confirmation of their global stature.

Airline brands are way ahead of the game in digital effectiveness in travel, followed by hotel brands. Tourism still has a long way to go, as do other sectors in travel.

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Maybe the country is more ready for in-flight calls -- or just doesn't care one way or the other -- than the protests would have you believe.