Kate Harden-England - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 35

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Amex GBT publishes 2024-25 Ground Monitor…

🚗 American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) released “Ground Monitor 2024-2025,” forecasting car rental rates in key business destinations. The sector is stabilizing after over three years of volatility, with moderate price rises expected in the next 12 months. The report covers 12 countries, examines price drivers, corporate car programs, and the shift to electric vehicles (EVs) and smaller cars for emissions reduction. It also explores AI in fleet management. Price rise forecasts include 5% in Germany, 6% in the UK, and an average 4% in Australia, with up to a 15% drop for larger vehicles in France. Paris plans to ban ICE vehicles by 2030. Full report available for download.

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DidaTravel data reveals German hoteliers as…

🏆 Gelsenkirchen led with a 786% increase in year-on-year bookings, with Leipzig at 570%, Dortmund 329%, Munich 124%, and Frankfurt 62%, thanks to UEFA Euro 2024, according to DidaTravel data. Germany's average daily hotel rate (ADR) rose by 35% during the event. The booking window expanded from 17 to 28 days, while the average stay was about two days.

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Travelgenix adds Darina Holidays as Premium…

🏖️ Travelgenix integrates Darina Holidays as a premium supplier, offering Travelgenix clients access to DMC services in UAE, Qatar, and Oman via API. This partnership enables travel agents to deliver better service, particularly for popular British travel market destinations like Dubai. CEO Andy Speight highlights the enhancement for tour operators and travel agents, and anticipates client benefits from the enhanced booking capabilities.

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Paxport celebrates 16-year-long Olympic…

🏆 Olympic Holidays recently celebrated their 16-year partnership with Paxport, who are marking their 30th anniversary. Key figures from both companies, including Olympic Holidays's MD Michael Vinales and Paxport's head of commercial Simon Taylor, attended the event. Olympic Holidays has been in business for over 60 years, relying on aviation and Paxport's services, including airline distribution and payment technology. The event acknowledged the enduring relationship and collaborative success between the two companies.

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Amadeus integrates Travalyst’s solution in…

🌎 Amadeus launches the Travel Impact Suite with Travalyst carbon emissions methodology integration, aiming to make travel more sustainable by informing, mitigating, and compensating environmental impacts. The suite includes Travel Impact Data Hub and Travel Impact Explorer, aggregating emissions data for flights, hotels, rail, and car travel. Partnerships with ACRISS, ICAO, Greentripper, Greenview, and Travalyst support the initiative. Olivier Girault emphasizes Amadeus's commitment to sustainable solutions. The upcoming Travel Impact Booster will enable support for carbon projects through CHOOOSE and other partners.

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Thai Airways updates its technology with…

🛫 Thai Airways, the flag carrier of Thailand, has announced an upgrade in their modernization process through advanced Amadeus technology solutions. The airline renewed and expanded its distribution agreement with Amadeus, aiming to increase revenue and improve the passenger experience post-pandemic. Thai Airways' website and mobile booking channels will be revamped for a smoother, personalized experience, including a more robust booking flow. The Amadeus Reference Experience will provide a new user interface, and Amadeus Travel Ready will enable document verification during online check-in to expedite airport processes. Additionally, Thai Airways will employ Amadeus Network Revenue Management to optimize pricing and accept various payment methods through Outpayce's Xchange Payment Platform. Nuthaphol Amawatana, head of pricing and revenue management, envisions this as a significant step in Thai Airways' business transformation.

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HBX Group and PerfectStay join forces to…

🏖️ HBX Group partners with PerfectStay to lead B2B2C package travel solutions globally. Collaboration since 2023 aims to enhance airline, hotel, and bank offerings in EMEA, focusing on customer loyalty and user experience. Brands like Air France, Emirates, and American Express are clients, with Kenya Airways being the latest addition. HBX Group's investment in PerfectStay comes through its TravelTech Lab venture, supporting innovative startups in travel technology.

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Travelogix forms strategic alliance with…

🌍 Travelogix becomes the preferred data management partner for The Advantage Travel Partnership's Managed Service, enhancing reporting for 76 branches with a collective turnover of £150m. The 15-year-old partnership now includes Analytix and Geo, launched in 2021, for state-of-the-art analytics and duty of care for travel management companies (TMCs). This collaboration aims to deliver advanced support and set industry excellence standards.

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Lastminute.com announces TUI as preferred…

🏖️ TUI Group has become the preferred Tours & Activities partner for lastminute.com, including its brands Bravofly, Rumbo, Volagratis, and Weg.de, offering a platform with experiences in over 100 countries. The partnership aims to enhance holiday packages with an array of activities and ensure seamless integration with lastminute.com's existing channels like website, CRM, and SMS. The platform is already live for lastminute.com and will launch for the affiliated brands during the summer. Additional sales initiatives are being explored to boost customer experience.

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RMS Cloud appoints Cameron Gough as new…

💾 RMS Cloud appointed Cameron Gough as Chief Product Officer to lead technological advancements and customer-centric solutions. Gough has previous senior roles at Digital ID, Envato, and Pet Circle, with a focus on customer-driven innovation. The appointment follows RMS Cloud’s acquisition by Advent Partners, aiming to utilize new investment for product expansion and enhanced customer experience. David Murray, CEO of RMS Cloud, trusts Gough’s experience for market presence growth and operational optimization.

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