News in online-travel:

0 to 7,000,000 in few years – consumers accessing Travel sites via mobile browsers soars – But is that the only story?

Published: 02 Jul 2009 (0 comments)

The number of consumers accessing information and services via their mobile browsers hit a record high for many markets by the end of last year. The US in particular has experienced phenomenal growth with an increase of almost 62% during 2008 (m:metrics).

BankersAvenue.com adds hotels feature

Published: 02 Jul 2009 (0 comments)

BankersAvenue.com, a social networking website for the financial sector, and Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN) have formed a hotel reservation partnership.

Kuoni Group selects Tealeaf

Published: 01 Jul 2009 (0 comments)

Kuoni has selected Tealeaf to support its future global website roll-outs, which are part of an increased online-focused business strategy.

Ryanair signs deal with Webloyalty

Published: 30 Jun 2009 (0 comments)

Ryanair has announced a partnership with Webloyalty, a provider of online savings, discount and protection programmes.

Google works on a trip planning tool

Published: 30 Jun 2009 (0 comments)

Google is foraying into the world of travel with the launch of Google City Tours.

MakeMyTrip adds rail bookings

Published: 29 Jun 2009 (0 comments)

Online travel agency MakeMyTrip.com has added rail bookings to its portfolio of services.

Yapta.com raises $2 million

Published: 26 Jun 2009 (0 comments)

Online travel shopping service Yapta.com has closed a $2 million Series B investment round led by Voyager Capital.

Glenn Fogel from Priceline, SVP of Lodging for Expedia & CMO from Orbitz to speak at the TDS, Sept, Chicago

Published: 25 Jun 2009 (0 comments)

EyeforTravel’s Travel Distribution Summit has traditionally included senior speakers from the major online agencies, and this year is no different. Being held on September 16-17 at the Westin in Chicago, this senior-level event sees representatives from the largest online agencies convene to discuss crucial distribution trends.

“Bid2travel prices are 30-50% cheaper than reputed online travel sites”

Published: 25 Jun 2009 (0 comments)

Exclusive: Launch of hotel bidding concept in India

Virgin Atlantic launches its own travel community site

Published: 24 Jun 2009 (0 comments)

Virgin Atlantic has launched its global travel community site vtravelled.com. The airline has launched its new social media channel for people to share their travel knowledge and aspirations, and contribute to a new, online environment.

Events, Conferences and Reports

Travel Distribution Summit North America 2009

The Westin, Chicago, September 16-17

This event consistently attracts the top names in travel distribution, marketing and ecommerce. It will feature the biggest names in travel and will cover the topics that are vital to your business. Plus, it is the best networking opportunity for senior travel executives in North America.

Travel Distribution Summit India 2009

October

TDS India is the subcontinent's only travel distribution, sales and technology forum. It is the trusted annual meeting place for debating the next evolutionary phase of in this dynamic region.

North American Online Travel Report 2009

2009

The North American online travel market is growing. This report is packed with statistics and analysis that will show you how and where. Vital to create a strategy that will enable you to succeed

Travel Distribution In-house Research and Training

Available Now

Access video footage from the world’s biggest meeting of online travel and travel distribution execs. Includes more than 50 conference talks, slides and panel debates. Topics covered include online travel strategies, revenue management and ancillary revenue.

Revenue Management and Pricing in Travel USA 2009

September 16-17, Chicago

Senior executives involved in Revenue Management and Pricing convene for this annual update on the latest RM, pricing and profit optimization strategies. With an emphasis on consumer behavior and scientific methodology, expert speakers from hotels, airlines and academic institutions will reveal how to grow revenue in the economic downturn.

Mobile Strategies for Travel 2009

The Westin Michigan Avenue, September 16-17

How to use mobile technology to sell more of your travel product. Conference, networking and origianal research that will help you use mobile to maximize sales

Mobile Technology in Travel Report: The Detail

May-September

The second in the series of EyeforTravel's School of Mobile reports. This report has been designed from the ground up to help decision makers in the Travel and Tourism industry navigate the mobile ecosystem and make intelligent decisions about understanding and embracing mobile. Free to the travel industry

Sales & Marketing in Travel Europe 2009 Summit

13-14 October, Prague

In this challenging economic climate it's never been so important to review your marketing spend. This event is packed full of best practices, refreshing ideas and case studies from leading marketers in the travel industry.

Social Media Strategies in Travel

13-14 October, Prague

Hear insightful case studies from leading travel brands on how to successfully create a social media strategy that adds real value to your business. Part of EyeforTravel's Sales & Marketing in Travel Europe, this two day conference cuts through the hype and leaves you buzzing with ideas to implement at little extra cost!

EyeforTravel@WTM - Travel Technology Summit

11-12 November, London

This year at World Travel Market, EyeforTravel are offering you the chance to join some of the most innovative senior executives in travel to discuss key technology in travel issues. The 2 day conference balances poignant discussions and ample networking to help you get ahead – and stay ahead – in travel technology.

Revenue Management and Pricing in Travel Europe 2009

24-25 November 2009, Movenpick Hotel, Amsterdam

The annual meeting place for European revenue management and pricing professionals in travel. This established conference in now in it 6th successful year and will see senior-level executives involved in revenue management and pricing convene for 2 days of networking, knowledge sharing and learning.