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Yahoo tests Glue Pages In India
Published: 09 May 2008 (0 comments)
Yahoo has chosen India for the beta test of its new search concept that aggregates text, images, and video results on a single results page.
"Hybrid" airlines edging out traditional LCCs: Sabre
Published: 09 May 2008 (0 comments)
A new breed of "hybrid" carrier is quickly overtaking traditional low-cost carriers (LCCs), according to a study released today by Sabre Airline Solutions.
Airline ticket websites misleading consumers: EU
Published: 09 May 2008 (0 comments)
One in three European consumers buying plane tickets online is being misled, the European Commission has warned post a survey that found that dozens of companies are probably in breach of European Union consumer protection law.
Kees Koolen appointed as CEO of Booking.com
Published: 09 May 2008 (0 comments)
priceline.com has named Kees Koolen as Chief Executive Officer of its principal international business unit Booking.com B.V. The promotion will be effective September 1, 2008.
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Increasing revenues via baggage charges
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Advanced customer behaviour analysis of multiple online visits
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Southwest enhances its corporate blog
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25 million Americans will travel overseas this summer
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Helping agents to book flights that are not yet e-ticketable
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