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How to Create the Sustainable Travel Products CustomersWant

December 5, 2022

How to Create the Sustainable
Sustainability has risen to the top of the CEO agenda and leaders across industries are stepping up action.1 In travel, many companies are already in the process of setting ambitious sustainability goalsand developing corresponding strategies, including
the transition to net zero. 2 However, to achieve these goals and transition to a more sustainable future, travel and tourism (T&T) companies mustsuccessfully develop products that enable more sustainable travel choices.

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CCRA Travel Commerce Network

Get ready - big things are happening at CCRA, and we're looking for the best of the best to join us as we grow our organization and develop new products and services to revolutionize travel. From the industry's best hotel booking platform to the premier Travel Agency trade association, we're changing the way travel does business. Sound interesting? Check out some of the great opportunities we have to get involved.

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HARMONISING AIR TRAVEL

whitePaper | May 4, 2022

As we begin to imagine a post-COVID reality, the imperative is to attract once again the millions of people now discouraged from booking flights as a result of confusion over travel requirements, and also to ensure as an industry we are prepared for future health crise The Harmonising Air Travel White Paper is ambitious and far sighted, and was created in consultation with a broad range of aviation stakeholders.

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The vendors’ view on the transition to a world of Offers and Orders

whitePaper | October 13, 2022

Based on present trends, we believe it will be possible for some airlines and their partners to see a world of 100% Offers and Orders by 2030. This means that full capabilities, based on global open standards and a modular architecture, need to be ready and available for any airline that wishes to embark on this journey. In partnership with key industry players, IATA has published a vision of a world with 100% Offers and Orders. The New Distribution Capability (NDC) has been a catalyst in this journey to airline retailing. However, many implementations sell rely on legacy artefacts such as filed fares, booking classes, PNRs and E-Tickets/EMDs. Vendors are developing retailing plaƞorms in this context, however, so far, none of them propose a completely legacy-free environment with Offers and Orders only.

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Travel and the psychology behind spontaneity

whitePaper | October 14, 2022

Spontaneity is highly associated with overall well-being.Spontaneous people are dependable, agreeable and more open to experience.Generally, people who plan less for their holidays have overall better well-being.People who are more spontaneous report enjoying their holidays more,and this has a substantial positive effect on well-being.

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COVID-19 AND THE FUTURE OF TOURISM IN ASIA AND THE PACIFIC

whitePaper | March 19, 2022

Tourism in the region has been rapidly transforming for decades. Rising regional incomes and shifting consumer consciousness have shaped the growth of intraregional travel and customer preferences. Global megatrends such as digitalization and globalization have also influenced the sector. Yet even among these major changes, the COVID- 19 pandemic stands as a milestone in tourism’s development in our region. Existing trends, such as digitalization, have been accelerated, and industry faces new demands in areas such as health and safety protocols. Many tourism businesses across the region are thus reimagining the future of tourism and their place in it.

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From Digital Tower To Digital Airport

whitePaper | February 28, 2022

the Digital Control Tower Was Once a Niche Concept. Now Its reality For a Growing Number Of Airports Worldwide.

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Designing for Hospitality Spaces

whitePaper | November 21, 2022

The foundations of good design are form and function, and this is true in the hospitality industry as well. Above all, it is critical that the interior design of hospitality spaces creates an inviting atmosphere for guests while ensuring safety and security, a smooth flow and an engaging spatial experience. A hospitality space's foundational backdrop is made up of its flooring and walls. When choosing flooring and cladding materials, a range of considerations come into play: performance, safety, maintenance costs, and more. For hightraffic areas, they must be durable and functional, while delivering premium, on-trend aesthetics. The selection of materials that add value and improve both comfort and visual appeal is essential to the establishment's success.

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Spotlight

CCRA Travel Commerce Network

Get ready - big things are happening at CCRA, and we're looking for the best of the best to join us as we grow our organization and develop new products and services to revolutionize travel. From the industry's best hotel booking platform to the premier Travel Agency trade association, we're changing the way travel does business. Sound interesting? Check out some of the great opportunities we have to get involved.

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