Ctrip Hits a Speed Bump and 10 Other Digital Trends This Week


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This week in digital travel news: Booking.com intends to grow into a full-service online travel agency, and Trivago wants to increase its Google advertising, but Ctrip hit a stumbling block.
Throughout the week we post dozens of original stories, connecting the dots across the travel industry, and every weekend we sum it all up. This weekend roundup examines digital trends. For all of our weekend roundups, go here. >>We’re going to the heart of Silicon Valley to talk tech, revenue, and commerce with the biggest innovators and industry leaders. Will you be there? Topics for Skift Tech Forum Revealed >>Booking.com now wants to sign up all types of alternative accommodations, even short-term rental apartments that face increased regulation in many cities. CEO Glenn Fogel seems to think that the ultimate winner of the online travel game will be whoever has the most beds in the end: Booking Targets Urban Apartm