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Internova Travel Group | January 27, 2022

Travel industry surveys show that many people don't use all of their vacation days during the year, affecting their health, relationships and job performance. That's why today's National Plan for Vacation Day (NPVD), powered by U.S. Travel Association, encourages Americans to plan their vacation days for the entire year at the start of the year. By planning ahead, people are more likely to take that well-deserved time off and are happier and healthier as a result.And, according to a ...

Business Travel

Optii Solutions | June 13, 2022

On June 8, Optii Solutions, a market leader in hotel operations software, announced the onboarding of two hotels in the Pebblebrook Hotel Trust; Hotel Chamberlain West Hollywood and Hotel Ziggy, in their hotel operations solution. Optii will help them maximize their housekeeping efficiencies and comply with the new West Hollywood Ordinance that governs workers’ rights. Optii has a contract with another Pebblebrook group hotel- Montrose West Hollywood. It has successfully hel...

Travel Technology, Business Travel

Sabre | June 21, 2022

On June 20, Sabre, a leading software and technology provider in the travel industry, announced an enhanced partnership with Cathay Pacific Airways. This partnership will allow Sabre-connected travel agencies across the world to access dynamic New Distribution Capability (NDC) content from Cathay Pacific through the Sabre travel marketplace. Sabre gets extra traction on its NDC roadmap while creating additional modern airline retaining opportunities for Cathay Pacific. Additionall...

Travel Technology, Hospitality Trends

PR Newswire | July 05, 2023

Today, Collinson, a global leader in the provision of airport experiences, loyalty and customer engagement solutions, and owner and operator of Priority Pass, announces a new partnership with Blue Sky Group, a hospitality provider in Indonesia that manages premium executive lounges in airports across Indonesia, alongside hotels and restaurants. This partnership will allow Priority Pass Members to access 13 airport lounges, eight of which are exclusive to Priority Pass Members, i...