Digital travel platform Booking.com announced the sustainable tourism startups receiving scaling grants as part of its 2019 Booking Booster accelerator program.
How alternative accommodations are fuelling the curious global traveller
A race to be the first, a desire to live like a local, and a continued focus on value for money – Booking.com reveals what’s driving travellers into original homes, tree houses, boats and beyond. @bookingcom
Key areas tackled by enterprising startups in sustainable tourism
Applications open today for third annual Booking Booster accelerator program for startups in sustainable tourism. @bookingcom
Matt Swann named Chief Technology Officer of Booking.com
Former top tech exec from StubHub, Citibank and Amazon joins leading digital travel platform. @bookingcom
Eight Travel Predictions for 2019
Booking.com have released their eight travel predictions for 2019.
Going local: the essential ingredient for an unforgettable foodie adventure
More than six in ten travellers (61%) say they pick a destination for its great food or drink. Over half of Australian travellers (52%) are likely to seek out local street food markets. Malaysia, Taiwan, Japan and Brazil are among the top places to discover local food across the globe. @bookingcom
Where sustainable travel is headed in 2018
To celebrate Earth Day on 22 April, Booking.com, the global leader in connecting travellers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, has released the findings from its most recent global Sustainable Travel Report. @bookingcom
Fourth annual Phocuswright Europe begins next month in Amsterdam
Phocuswright, the travel industry research authority, begins the fourth annual Phocuswright Europe this May.ÊThe two-day conference will be held May 16-18, and kicks off with an opening-night reception on May 16.
For the first time, the event takes place in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, at the historic Beurs van Berlage and will feature travel innovators, executive keynotes, panel discussions and debates, as well as exhibition and networking opportunities.
Bidroom.com rebooks clients of Booking.com
Bidroom.com, the fastest growing booking platform in Europe, announces a feature that is supposed to disrupt Booking.comÕs and ExpediaÕs positions on the market, by undercutting their prices and stealing away bookings. The customers who already made a booking using one of the popular booking platforms, will now be guaranteed at least a 5 per centÊcheaper deal (same room, same dates), if they send their booking confirmation to save@bidroom.com.
Booking.com’s eight major travel predictions for 2017
Inspired by a wealth of data, traveller endorsements, reviews, preferences and insights, Booking.com sheds light on what holiday makers and business travellers expect to experience in the year ahead.
