Articles tagged “online travel agencies”

Today's podcast looks at Marriott's big settlement, the shaky 2025 OTA forecast, and new loyalty rules for Hyatt and American Airlines.

Priceline is among a handful of companies testing OpenAI's new voice tech. Priceline envisions that its future voicebot will be able to accompany a traveler through an entire trip.

In a world increasingly valuing experiences over possessions, the potential rewards of selling travel experiences online are substantial.

Many execs at hotels and online travel agencies are playing a fun game called "Guess How AI Will Disrupt Us Before It Actually Does."

EaseMyTrip's new travel debit card with Bank of Baroda checks all the boxes, but just on paper.

Managing agency commissions through a centralized funding structure can help hotels speed up payments and reduce errors, leading to fewer inquiries. This streamlined process not only improves how efficiently hotels operate but also helps build stronger relationships with agencies.

Travelers are flocking to activities that make them learn, interact with locals, or preferably both. It's as if people are treating vacations like a semester abroad, minus the college credits.

Yatra’s acquisition of a corporate travel company highlights its shift towards the more profitable business travel market, especially as competition heats up in the consumer travel space. With consumer revenue dropping, Yatra is doubling down on corporate clients.

The pandemic may be in the rearview mirror for hotels and online travel agencies, but the challenges for those sectors are far from over — especially with the threat of a recession still looming.

Social media isn’t all fun and games. There’s serious money to be made, and Klook is buying into the trend with its latest TikTok tie-up. Klook's message is clear: Come for the video, stay for the tour!