Travel Technology

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Find stories on cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing the travel sector. From corporate travel technology to innovations by leading companies, we cover a wide range of topics. Learn how travel technology services enhance the traveler experience and drive industry efficiency.

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Key topics include business travel technology, emerging trends, and the impact of tech advancements on travel operations. Our features and news provide deep dives into developments shaping travel's future.

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Online Travel

Outdoors mapping app AllTrails hits one million downloads with National Geographic's help

The best way to break out of the crowded app market is through a widely recognized partnership, making the NatGeo affiliation a home run and fast- track ticket to popular retail outlets.

12 years ago

Online Travel

Orbitz continues struggles on weaknesses in North America and Europe

Where's the beef? Orbitz's turnaround has been tortoise-like, putting the business' viability in doubt.

Dennis Schaal | 12 years ago

Airlines

Don’t fall for the fake airline Instagram accounts promising followers free flights

It can be difficult enough for airlines to manage their brand internally, but even more perplexing when faced with outside spammers whose fraud promotions serve no apparent purpose.

12 years ago

Hotels

A look at secret tech lab that’s turning Peninsula Hotels into a connected travelers’ dream

Peninsula Hotel stays on the cutting edge of hotel technology with its in-house team of engineers by integrating tech into every aspect of the hotel experience from automated privacy signs to touch-screen walls. Why they're using Samsung tablets is a mystery.

12 years ago

Online Travel

Cyclists track riding habits with GPS app to improve city infrastructure

The CycleTracks app aims to improve cycling conditions on commonly ridden routes throughout the city to improve bikers’ trips and encourage drivers to trade fuel for pedals.

12 years ago

Online Travel

Foursquare takes on Yelp, Zagat and more with iPhone update

There was so much hype about Groupon and Zynga, and perhaps their stars are getting clouded over. But, Foursquare, if it handles its commercial strategy with a little more acumen than it has shown so far, could really turn into a viable business.

Dennis Schaal | 12 years ago

Business Travel

Amadeus and Travelport launch tech tools for companies to track business travelers

Communication is at the core of these mobile solutions that aim to help corporations and travel agents anticipate travel hassles before they occur and easily alert travelers of itinerary changes.

12 years ago

Hotels

Hilton recycling: Going to the mattresses

Kudos to Hilton for recognizing that recycling is not only the right thing to do, but also in its economic interests.

12 years ago

Online Travel

Mobile apps that attempt to bring old world pleasures to high tech travelers

Technology has clearly changed the way we travel with nearly as much time spent staring down at a screen as up at the sights, but apps, when done well, can help deepen our understanding of a location.

12 years ago

Media and PR

Yelp's CEO talks trash about Google's local efforts and Android mobile usage

We're still waiting to see what Google will do with Frommer's, but Google's acquisition of Zagat hasn't stymied Yelp's growth.

Dennis Schaal | 12 years ago