distribution

Google has quietly changed its approach to the hotel industry in a big way. Separate initiatives have combined to expand Google’s hotel distribution influence. 1. Consumers no longer have to […]

Many travellers do not really understand the roles of online travel agents (OTAs), travel search sites and suppliers, says travel search site Wego. Many are also confused as to who […]

Following the news of the DOJ’s decision to allow Expedia’s purchase of Orbitz Worldwide, members of the hotel industry are wary of what’s next, particularly when it comes to commissions. […]

Revenue management and marketing are ready for disruption. The same approach with the same tools, yielding the same results is no longer acceptable. This past year, I’ve met with executives […]

“World-first” is an overused phrase in travel technology, but Gatwick Airport, of all places, has made such a claim around a service which allows “connecting flights between low cost and […]

The majority of UK travel management companies are turning their back on Lufthansa’s €16 GDS fee. Two-thirds (67%) of the Guild of Travel Management Companies’ membership have declared that they […]

A formal complaint has been filed in Brussels against Lufthansa Group’s controversial €16 GDS fee. The European Technology & Travel Services Association (Ettsa), which represents global distribution services and online […]

In the first four months of 2015, in the persistent rivalries between online travel agents (OTAs) and hotels, OTAs has achieved a lot. As of now, the channel for distribution […]

Fundamental changes to the digital landscape are giving rise to a new breed of travel distribution competitor. Here’s how hoteliers can combat them. Hotel distribution companies face fundamental disruption as […]

Amadeus is one of the many international firms building up its presence in China in response to the gradual liberalization of travel technology and distribution. Businesses of Amadeus’ stature are […]