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TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY

Google | November 18, 2020

Travel innovation organizations are pushing for the European Commission to address Google's act of presenting its own administrations as a rule search. In a letter to Margrethe Vestager, magistrate for rivalry, 130 organizations and 28 industry associations, over various areas, request that the Commission "enforce its 2017 abuse of dominance decision." The letter says that Google doesn't contend reasonably in search and has not accomplished by &quo...

HOSPITALITY TRENDS

Placemakr | May 12, 2022

Placemakr, a tech-enabled hospitality platform and operator, announced the launch of its newest pop-up location under the Placemakr brand - WhyHotel by Placemakr, Alexandria. In partnership with Stonebridge, this unique pop-up will allow guests to experience hotel amenities and services, while staying in fully furnished, spacious apartments equipped with full kitchens, spacious living rooms, bedrooms with walk-in closets, and more. WhyHotel by Placemakr's pop-ups combine the best of home and...

The World Travel & Tourism Council | July 22, 2020

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is warning that a return to country-wide border closures and blanket travel restrictions could derail the industry's recovery, stalling global economic growth. As a result, the organization is urging governments around the world to respond to spikes in COVID-19 cases with regional and local measures. WTTC said it also supports the opening of city to city "air corridors" connecting global financial centers like London and New York...

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Globus family of brands | May 19, 2021

More than 60% of American travelers are vaccinated, and 70% of globetrotters are in a "travel state-of-mind" as a result of technological advances. Americans are trying to rekindle their desire to travel with increasing enthusiasm. The award-winning Globus, Cosmos, Avalon Waterways, and Monograms brands have taken notice, inspiring travelers to schedule an exciting comeback to the world they've been missing and rekindle their passion with travel. "Pe...