Articles tagged “trip.com”

The fragmented landscape of hotel sustainability data has long hindered both consumers and operators. By centralizing disclosures, Travalyst and its partners could make environmental transparency a baseline expectation, and redefine how travelers choose where to stay.

The growth-at-all-costs playbook that built online travel platforms is dead. The disruption opportunity with new players isn't theoretical anymore, it's structural, and it rewards depth over scale.

When it comes to potential disruption from the ChatGPT peer group, Airbnb's large proportion of direct traffic would be a buffer. On the other hand, Booking.com has been a leader over the years in adapting to new marketing channels and using them to advantage.

The most dominant players have kept their lead, but regional leaders like Trip.com and MakeMyTrip are increasingly challenging global incumbents.

MakeMyTrip cutting back Trip.com's role might be a sign that ownership structures are no longer just numbers on a chart. They are tied to bigger questions around national interest, transparency, and trust.

For destinations and suppliers, the roadmap is clear: embrace digital marketing, invest in cultural alignment, and remain responsive to the evolving needs of Chinese travelers. The future of outbound tourism depends on adaptability.

In travel, India and China are markets you can’t afford to ignore. Two high-profile representatives from each country make a strong case for why.

Looser visa restrictions are greasing the wheels of global tourism, but the real question is whether these policies can sustain long-term growth or just offer a fleeting boost to countries eager for quick wins.

Jane Sun has helped take Trip.com from a domestic hotel booking site to China’s leading online travel platform.

As more seniors chase unique, quality experiences, you can bet other travel companies will want a piece of the action too.