Amadeus acquired another company earlier this year to expand its biometrics business. Now it's taken the same strategy to expand its payments business.
Mews, a startup selling hotel management software, earned unicorn status with its latest $110 million funding. The funding round placed a $1.2 billion value on the startup.
In the face of shifting consumer expectations, the business case for loyalty is evolving. This report delves into various aspects of modern loyalty programs, from the importance of creating an emotional connection and simplifying reward redemption to extending value across the travel journey and into retail engagement.
This week's podcast revolves around three Megatrends: AI's potential in the travel industry, extreme wellness in luxury travel, and the potential impact of weight-loss drugs.