The travel industry is being decimated by the coronavirus. The cascade effect of multi-state lockdowns has had a chilling effect on any number of verticals, from airlines, of course, to hotels. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...
March 8 will mark a watershed day in the travel industry — when the U.S. state department said that citizens should not take cruises. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...
The coronavirus outbreak is crippling the $1.7 trillion tourism industry, the biggest setback for the travel sector in almost 20 years, according to reports on Wednesday (March 4). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...
In the 21st century, for businesses across many verticals, disruption comes at the speed of digital. That’s especially true of the travel industry, where a “mobile-first” mentality and the emergence of online marketplaces has increasingly brought an omnichannel experience to researching, booking and paying for...
The first part of 2020 has brought some significant activity in the world of travel — activity that could, in the coming months and years, further influence how consumers travel, and how they buy and pay for their trips. Get the Full Story Complete the form...
As the travel industry shifts into higher digital gear, and increasingly responds to the needs and desires of new consumer groups — millennials and Gen Z among them — some players are getting left behind and making their way into the history books. Get the Full...
Berlin-based travel aggregator app Omio is rolling out in the U.S. and Canada as part of a global expansion effort, the company announced on Tuesday (Jan. 14). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
By 2021 – about a year from now – over 20 percent of all payments globally will be made with a mobile wallet. As usage grows, brands are responding with expanded mobile features and more end-to-end experiences. Things are really taking off in the travel...
The Chase Sapphire Reserve card, used for travel credit, is getting an overhaul this month that will include a price hike for new members. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...