travel

Google Maps Launches ‘For You’ Tab
Google Maps Launches ‘For You’ Tab
December 10, 2018  |  Google

Google announced Monday (Dec. 10) that it has transferred its “For You” tab to Google Maps in more than 40 countries on iOS and more than 130 new...

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Travel Curators Get Local And Personal
Travel Curators Get Local And Personal
December 10, 2018  |  Retail

In an effort to make travel planning easier for those looking to see the world, startups such as Noken are creating mobile personalized itineraries out...

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A Room Key Season Pass For Outdoor Adventurers
A Room Key Season Pass For Outdoor Adventurers
December 04, 2018  |  Retail

To hit the slopes at more than one resort, skiers can buy season passes that allow them to try out many different properties. Now, lodging...

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EU Probes Sabre, Amadeus Over Airline Ticket Prices
EU Probes Sabre, Amadeus Over Airline Ticket Prices
November 25, 2018  |  Travel Payments

The European Union has launched an inquiry into deals between players in the air travel industry that may have resulted in a slew of companies...

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Bundling Hard-To-Find, TSA-Proof Toiletries
Bundling Hard-To-Find, TSA-Proof Toiletries
November 19, 2018  |  Retail

To help customers find toiletries that are ready to take flight, eCommerce retailers are rolling out kits and a la carte offerings designed with the...

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How Ridesharing Is Driving Rental Car Industry Innovation
How Ridesharing Is Driving Rental Car Industry Innovation
November 15, 2018  |  Retail

In the 1960s, Avis turned to its marketing agency in hopes of tackling a challenge: the car rental company wanted to keep pace with Hertz,...

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How Apps And Bunk Beds Factor Into A New Connected Travel Experience
How Apps And Bunk Beds Factor Into A New Connected Travel Experience
November 14, 2018  |  Retail

While some accomodations may cater to group travelers with multi-bedroom units, Life House CEO and Co-founder Rami Zeidan believes that might not be the most...

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When Shopkeepers Moonlight As Marketplace Luggage Concierges
When Shopkeepers Moonlight As Marketplace Luggage Concierges
November 05, 2018  |  Retail

Travelers may face a dilemma when they explore a city: they might want to see the sights, but they have luggage that they can’t store...

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How Uber, Instagram And GUESS? Are Driving Platform Payment Innovation
How Uber, Instagram And GUESS? Are Driving Platform Payment Innovation
November 01, 2018  |  Retail

To meet the demands of consumers hungry for digital payment options, a growing number of online platforms are changing the way that consumers pay for...

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