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Why is it more expensive to buy a ticket direct from an airline than a broker?

Why is it more expensive to buy a ticket direct from an airline than a broker? - TRAVEL QUESTIONS: Simon Calder answers your questions on fare-comparison websites and fingerprint scanners ... read more

Direct Bookings Versus Online Travel Agencies

I’m in London bringing you a European edition today. I was here to moderate a panel discussion at the Short Term Rentalz Summit yesterday and it was delightful. “Ultimately, we’re all in the business ... read more

Hotels embrace AI and direct bookings to reshape digital marketing

Artificial intelligence (AI), direct bookings, and secure payment systems are reshaping digital marketing, as hotels and travel brands adapt to a cookie-less environment and rising demand for ... read more

Watch Out OTAs, Here Comes Instant Booking

TripAdvisor completed the global rollout of Instant Booking during the first quarter. Surveys by a Wall Street analysts have shown that Instant Booking already has very good penetration in top markets ... read more

Airlines take control: Direct bookings soar as air retailing evolves

The airline industry is increasingly prioritizing direct sales, recognizing the importance of owning the customer relationship in the evolving landscape of air retailing. This key trend emerged from ... read more

Sirvoy Named Best Property Management System by HotelMinder; Earns Top User Ratings on Capterra, GetApp, and Software Advice

Since solving hospitality management challenges for their family run hostel in 2008, Sirvoy has grown to serve thousands of hotels and short stay properties across 140+ countries. The service supports ... read more

Booking.com Exposed: Hidden Fees, Fake Deals, and Why Travelers Are Booking Direct

The adventure of planning a trip – the expectation, the careful exploration, the fervor of clicking ‘Book Now’ on what seems like the perfect accommodation. It’s a feeling that most of us might know ... read more