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KnowDelay reroutes airline passengers around weather problems 3 days in advance
Is KnowDelay a feature or a standalone company? Officials acknowledge that it is probably a feature, but it looks like a compelling one.
Haiti makes a tourism pitch: We’ve got pristine beaches and the Caribbean, too
Haiti has clear markers to prove its potential -- island neighbor Dominican Republic and its private beaches run by cruise lines -- but it needs to make a clear pitch to potential travelers that promises them the Caribbean vacation they dream about.
User reviews impact bookings for economy hotels more than their luxury counterparts
Hotels in the economy segment have more at risk on user review sites, but would be wise to leverage the information found on the sites to address specific failures.
The mountains and earthquakes that stand in the way of California’s high-speed dreams
American infrastructure for high-speed rail lags far behind that of other countries. Getting California's lines built may be a challenge for the U.S., but it's one worth taking on to avoid being left at the station.
Airbnb Neighborhoods puts the alternative lodging company into the travel guide business
These only have a shot at becoming a real challenger to both digital and traditional publishers if they crack the code on the best way to integrate guest reviews and real-world updates into quality destination information.
DogVacay, the Airbnb for dog sitting, just raised another $6 million to expand operations
Better pet sitting isn't disrupting any existing services. Instead it's massively improving the existing ways people find trusted places to leave their animals.
Travel Channel burns bridges with Anthony Bourdain and gets away in a Cadillac
Travel Channel is smarting from Bourdain's departure to CNN, and it apparently decided that the value of a good relationship with Cadillac was worth more than the cost of burning bridges with its one-time star.
Finding the next big travel startup isn’t easy — just ask PhoCusWright
A startup doesn't have to be the next Expedia, TripAdvisor or Kayak to become a good business, but finding one sure would be like manna from heaven.
Car rental companies are winning the travel industry’s popularity contest
Rental car companies’ ratings reach new highs with travelers that appreciate reasonable daily rates and the convenience of a shuttle van. Or maybe they just look good in comparison to the airlines.
Hertz will give up some airport locations in exchange for the FTC’s approval to buy Dollar Thrifty
Hertz has offered various concessions to snag its competitor, but the FTC’s fears transcend this one deal, which is serving as a prime example of the extreme consolidation of the rental car industry over the past decade.
Is it time for the FAA to pass a regulation for handling “passengers of size”?
It’s an uncomfortable situation for everyone when a passenger can’t quite fit in their sit, but even more important is the flyer’s rights, which are still largely ignored by airlines with varying flying policies.