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Online Travel
Today's podcast looks at Expedia's altered outlook, Booking Holdings' connected trip success, and the fight for privacy at U.S. airports.
Rashaad Jorden | 1 day ago
Incoming CEO Ariane Gorin said she plans to focus on driving traffic, lifting conversion rates, and expanding margins after taking the helm from departing chief Peter Kern on May 13.
Sean O'Neill | 2 days ago
Hotels
Today's podcast looks at how hotel listings on Google compete for bookings, new junk fee rules for airlines, and new sites for Hyatt loyalty program members.
Rashaad Jorden | 1 week ago
Buckle in for a bustling summer of bookings across France. You could (partially) blame that on the soccer frenzy.
Elizabeth Casolo | 2 weeks ago
If you’re heading to the latest stop on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, you will likely need to book a flight and hotel. Expedia Group recently unveiled new data highlighting how its advertising tools enhance visibility for travel partners on their sites and can augment partner revenue during popular cultural events.
Expedia Group + Skift | 4 weeks ago
Short-Term Rentals
Short-term rentals could be the next frontier for sponsored listings. Hotels are difficult enough, but vacation rentals may be even more complex to get right.
Dennis Schaal | 4 weeks ago
Very slowly, the New Distribution Capability is enabling online travel agencies to catch up with the services that airlines offer on their own websites.
Business Travel
As in the planned American Express Global Business Travel Group merger with CWT, many marriages have in-law issues.
Dennis Schaal | 1 month ago
Booking and Expedia now face slower growth, stiffer competition and increased pressure on profit margins.
Pranavi Agarwal | 1 month ago
Do vacation rental travelers prefer consistent experiences over quirky stays? Vrbo is betting they do, with a new brand campaign that aims to outshine the competition by highlighting traditional properties, price transparency, and loyalty rewards.
Expedia Group + Skift | 2 months ago
