Hotelbeds Group, a global bedbank and business-to-business provider of services to the travel industry, has announced plans for Tourico Holidays to merge with its Bedbank business unit.
MyCheck launching online ordering platform in US
The hospitality industry’s leading mobile payment provider is now positioned to become the industry’s leader in mobile ordering.
European in-flight broadband moves closer
The European Aviation Network has movedÊa step closer to completion after InmarsatÊannounced that itÊundertook rigorous performance and stability tests to verify the Satellite Access StationÕsÊcapabilities.
Guests checking in with fake IDs is on the rise
Reports of guests using fake documents is on the rise. As hospitality properties around the world seek ways to enhance security while delivering outstanding customer service, they require innovative solutions to meet their individual needs.
Asia’s appetite for travel on the incline
Data released today by global travel deals publisher Travelzoo reveals that, despite a turbulent 2016, Asian tourists plan to travel abroad more and spend more time on in-depth exploration trips to safe destinations in 2017.
UK chain hotels: Profits decline in London, rise in Edinburgh
Hotels in London have recorded a 2.6 per cent decline in profit per room in 2016 while hotels in Edinburgh experienced a 12 per cent increase in profit per room,Êaccording to the latest data from HotStats.
2017 to be year of Eastern Europe
2017 is forecasted to be the year of Eastern Europe, with the region gaining popularity largely due to the shift in tourism away from other destinations that have been affected by acts of terror.
Global luxury tourism is flourishing
As more and more luxury hotels open worldwide,Êthe target group of those looking for anÊindividual and exclusive vacation experiences is growing. The former niche of the luxury tourism market has become a serious market.
Virgin Atlantic extends its coverage with Discover the World
Virgin Atlantic, the UKÕs second largest long haul airline, has extended its representation with marketing agency Discover the World in Benelux (Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg), beginning this month.
David Scowsill from WTTC tells Trump there’s freedom of travel
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC)Êboss David Scowsill has lambasted US President Donald TrumpÕs travel ban to the United States on citizens of seven countries as Òagainst the fundamental right to freedom of travelÓ.
