Technology
Google chooses Livn to help with transition to ‘Things to Do’ program
Are you a tour operator on the lookout for some love from customers? Let Livn be your Osher Günsberg with this.
Travel Agents
Pandemic could push consumers to use agents over OTAs, says Barry Mayo
by Ali Coulton
The TravelManagers chairman has also predicted more bricks-and-mortar agents will make the switch to a home-based model, given the risk of further lockdowns.
Technology
The biggest challenge facing Booking.com and other OTAs
by Huntley Mitchell
Booking.com’s regional boss kicked off this year’s Travel Tech. Summit with an insightful keynote. Find out what she had to say here.
Technology
“Hotels need to view themselves as technology companies”, says D-EDGE’s Christine Tan
by Huntley Mitchell
D-EDGE’s Christine Tan recently graced the Travel Weekly couch for a chat about tech in the hotel industry.
Hotels
Direct is not always best: The benefits of working with OTAs
by Matthias Dybing
Travel Weekly’s editor reckons this article is best enjoyed while listening to the 1975 hit “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” by War.
Travel Agents
Turns out influencers have very little influence over travellers
Influencers, more like INFLUENZERS! Sorry, that was terrible. Anyway, here’s what actually has influence over your clients travel choices.
Travel Agents
“Basic customer service will no longer cut it”: Avis’ Ian Jones
To give you an idea of what it takes to win the Avis Travel Agent Scholarship, Jones penned this piece on how all-star agents are winning to battle against OTAs.
Travel Agents
“Aussies want the security of a travel agent” Wendy Wu’s Tamba Lebbie talks agent relations
by Ali Coulton
We chatted with Lebbie about all things Wendy Wu and why China is so hot right now. We also had a few wines with him so please excuse any typos and excessive talk of dancing.
Travel Agents
“Reports of our death have been greatly exaggerated” Travellers Choice MD on agents
by Ali Coulton
Think brick and mortar agents are on the decline? Boy have we got news for you.
Technology
TripAdvisor is now the top visited before booking travel site: study
A new study reveals TripAdvisor’s new dominance in the path to purchase for travellers. This drama between online travel platforms is the gift that keeps on giving.
Travel Agents
Barry Mayo: “Technology isn’t the threat it’s made out to be”
by Ali Coulton
TravelManager’s Barry Mayo says the travel industry needs to embrace technology. All we’re embracing this morning is a piece of toast and a strong cup of tea.
Technology
Is this app changing the OTA game?
TravelPirates are changing the game for OTAs, helping travellers seek out the world’s treasures. Though that’s not to say they’ll make you walk the plank.