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INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

Travelner | February 10, 2022

The pandemic in general, and the outbreak of Omicron recently, have created a much broader awareness of travel insurance. “What happens if I get Covid during travel?” is for sure the most frequently asked question by travelers worldwide. The answer is in fact, very simple: “Insurance".Many travel insurance companies are now offering travel insurance packages that include the medical coverages of Covid-19. But would it benefit travelers in light of the new Omicron variant o...

TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY

Amadeus | May 24, 2021

The agencies have been tasked with “evolving and elevating” Amadeus' global reputation and communications approach. 3 Monkeys Zeno and FOTH will collaborate to create “high-impact” campaigns that can be seen in different markets. Regional Zeno offices will provide network service in EMEA, Asia-Pacific, and North America. Zeno is a new agency on Amadeus' roster, and FOTH's responsibilities have expanded to lead globa...

HOSPITALITY TRENDS

Prism Hotels & Resorts | December 15, 2021

Dallas-based Prism Hotels & Resorts, an award-winning, full-service hotel management, investment and advisory services company representing more than 48 properties across the country, has been acquired by Aimbridge Hospitality, a leading global hospitality company. The terms of the deal will not be disclosed. The announcement was made by Steve Van, President & CEO of Prism Hotels & Resorts and Aimbridge President & CEO Michael J. Deitemeyer. In addition to a strong...

DESTINATION AND TOURISM

frommer | March 30, 2022

With travelers eager to hit the road again for summer vacation after the disruptions caused by the pandemic, Frommers—the trusted travel media company and guidebook publisher celebrating its 65th year in 2022—has released the latest edition of its Best and Worst Hotel Booking Sites. The ranking names the top online travel agencies and aggregators for finding lodgings on the road in 2022. The top 10 has been shaken up considerably since the previous ranking in 2020. Usi...