Articles tagged “travel technology”

Tourism

Here’s Why More Indian Passengers are Opting for Nonstop International Travel — India Report

Indian travelers' growing demand for nonstop flights is a big win for local airlines, but they’ve got a tough road ahead. Middle Eastern and European carriers aren’t backing down without a fight.

Here’s Why More Indian Passengers are Opting for Nonstop International Travel — India Report

Hotels

Hyatt Continues Shift to Cloud for 1,000+ Hotels

This the second major hotel software system that Hyatt is shifting to the cloud as it moves toward the industry-wide goal of modernizing its tech.

Hyatt Continues Shift to Cloud for 1,000+ Hotels

Podcasts

Travel’s New Investors, United’s China Concerns and Hotels’ Unruly Guests

Today's podcast looks at a new travel tech investment powerhouse, United's China strategy, and unruly hotel guests that ruin things for everybody else.

Travel’s New Investors, United’s China Concerns and Hotels’ Unruly Guests

Travel Technology

Thayer Ventures and Derive Ventures Form New Travel Tech Investment Platform

Thayer, the best-known VC firm that invests in travel startups, is essentially merging with a newer fund called Derive. The deal is being pitched as a way to "drive innovation in travel tech," which is VC-speak for "we want to make money off the next big thing in travel apps."

Thayer Ventures and Derive Ventures Form New Travel Tech Investment Platform

Airlines

GMR Ups Stake in Delhi Airport Amid Growth in Aviation Sector – India Report

GMR group's decision to increase its stake in the Delhi International Airport comes at a time when airport operators' revenue growth could top 15% this year.

GMR Ups Stake in Delhi Airport Amid Growth in Aviation Sector – India Report

Airlines

Demand Surges for Festive Season Travel – India Report

The upcoming festive season is driving a surge in demand for travel across India. Airfares remain stable due to early bookings and special discounts, but there could be a spike as travel dates near.

Demand Surges for Festive Season Travel – India Report
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Travel Technology

New Report: How Hoteliers Can Navigate the Complex B2B Tech Ecosystem

How can hoteliers choose the right tech partnerships amid a plethora of options? A new study from ZS and the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) provides insights on how to select partnerships strategically and make informed tech investments that achieve results.

New Report: How Hoteliers Can Navigate the Complex B2B Tech Ecosystem

Startups

August Had 3 of the Year’s Biggest Startup Fundraises – Then a Slowdown

Travel startup funding in August started with a bang and ended with a whisper.

August Had 3 of the Year’s Biggest Startup Fundraises – Then a Slowdown

Venture Capital

Skift Power Rankings: Brad Gerstner

Gerstner knows online travel and tech – he was there as both an investor and operator during e-commerce’s first wave.

Skift Power Rankings: Brad Gerstner
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Online Travel

How Travel Brands Are Using Technology to Maximize Value Globally

To effectively engage travelers globally, travel brands must recognize and address regional preferences in their booking platforms that allow them to be scalable yet flexible enough to adapt.

How Travel Brands Are Using Technology to Maximize Value Globally