Reservation Systems

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News / Technology
Journey Hospitality acquires well-being tech specialist Premier Software
By Linda Fox | March 27, 2023
Journey says the acquisition will enable it to further help hotels boost direct revenue opportunities. Read More
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News
Southwest updates on action plan for disruption
By Linda Fox | March 16, 2023
Bob Jordan, the carrier’s president and CEO, talks of the severe weather event that turned into a crew-related event resulting in a “three-day reset of our aircraft and crew networks.” Read More
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News / Technology
IHG tech and digital strategy sees results
By Linda Fox | February 22, 2023
Hotel giant IHG attributes its current strong performance to its strategy of boosting its brands and investment in technology, loyalty and distribution platforms. Read More
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News / Distribution
Cost and implementation woes hamper hotel tech adoption
By Linda Fox | February 22, 2023
H2c finds that few hotel chains are considering a core technology revamp in its latest distribution study. Read More
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News / Online
Sojo secures $6.2M to improve STR amenity automation
By Kathryn Walson | February 9, 2023
Ballast Point Ventures led the round, which also included Jason Sprenkle, CEO of business intelligence company Key Data Dashboard. Read More
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Opinion / Online
From AI to Google: 5 truths for travel marketers in 2023
By Jared Alster - Dune7 | February 8, 2023
Generative AI can be a friend - or a foe - and don't look for Google to be unseated as the top search engine for travelers. Read More
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News / Online
Bookaway Group to consolidate inventory in centralized transportation data hub
By Derek Catron | January 31, 2023
Bookaway says the new hub, known as Boost, will aggregate data from nearly 8,500 bus, ferry and train operators to enable partners to easily integrate additional transportation services. ... Read More
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News / Technology
HotelRunner raises $6.5M for hospitality tech platform
By Linda Fox | January 17, 2023
The funding for the London, U.K.-based business comes from both new and existing investors 212, Wix Capital, Founders Factory, Ascension Ventures and DHM as well as a number of technology veterans and... Read More
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News / Technology
Airline retail and travel tech trends for 2023
By Mitra Sorrells | January 13, 2023
Research from Datalex finds airlines are prioritizing investments and strategies that enable modernized retailing, including moving away from legacy technology, increased use of artificial... Read More
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From Our Partners / Technology
Video: Key trends driving success in hospitality
By PhocusWire | November 29, 2022
Amadeus Hospitality’s Michael Yeomans explains how the company is investing in technology to support hoteliers of all types for the long term. Read More
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News / Technology
SHR acquires hotel tech provider Avvio
By Mitra Sorrells | November 18, 2022
Founded in 2002, Avvio launched an artificial intelligence-powered booking engine in 2017, Allora, that provides personalized offers to guests from booking through check-in. Read More
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Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2023: Selfbook
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2022
Selfbook increases conversions and boosts revenue by providing a seamless checkout experience and accepting digital wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay. Read More
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News / Technology
D-Edge develops digital marketing offering through acquisition of Equaero
By Linda Fox | November 9, 2022
Paris-based Equaero brings digital advertising expertise including display, search and social ads, helping D-Edge to build out its digital marketing offering. Read More
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News / Startups
How a startup studio is tackling travel innovation in Africa
By Linda Fox | November 1, 2022
Following a $1 million pre-seed investment, startup studio Purple Elephant Ventures plans to build three to four travel businesses per year in Africa. Read More
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Event / Online
The future of hotel revenue management starts with your rates
October 3, 2022
This free webinar will provides hoteliers with an understanding of what Cendyn calls the "revenue optimization trifecta" and how it can increase efficiencies and optimize demand. On Demand