Expedia to cut 1,500 jobs as travel demand fades - The job cuts are part of the OTA's broader restructuring plans as travel demand continues to moderate around the world.

Feb 27, 2024 • Hospitality

Tripadvisor 2023 versus Tripadvisor 2013 - The company's long-term investment in Viator is now paying off, reducing its reliance on advertising revenue from Expedia and Booking.com.

Feb 27, 2024 • Hospitality

Marriott Bonvoy adds 200 millionth member - The company announced its 200 millionth loyalty program member, reaffirming its status as the world's largest hotel rewards program.

Feb 27, 2024 • Hospitality

@hotel launches DM concierge feature - This innovative service reimagines the traditional concept of a hotel concierge, adapting it to the digital era.

Feb 27, 2024 • Hospitality

Hotels should look beyond ROAS to measure engagement - Maximizing ROAS while ignoring other metrics can lead to a marketing strategy that is overly focused on lower-funnel tactics at the expense of other audiences.

Feb 27, 2024 • Hospitality

Top OTAs by market cap 2023 - As of September 2023, Booking Holdings was the online travel company with the highest market cap worldwide.

Feb 27, 2024 • Hospitality

Advanced technologies bring about change for independent hotels - Unplanned over-bookings, front desks staffed 24/7, and marketing or finance degrees to optimize revenue will soon be a thing of the past.

Feb 26, 2024 • Hospitality

Loyalty worth paying for - While paid loyalty programs in travel are still niche, they represent the most profitable and engaging approach at the pinnacle of the loyalty ladder.

Feb 26, 2024 • Hospitality