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Airportr secures fresh funding to boost its technology platform
Aim investor Vela to boost airportr travel technology stake with secured funding through UK Bond Network
Travel Technology Europe: Opening new doors
In this essential show preview, find out about chatbot battles, start-up competitions and the influence of Pokemon Go, and how TTE will shed much needed light on the latest trends
Attraction World's sister brand claims it is 'biggest family website'
Day Out With The Kids says it receives two million website visits per month following website relaunch
Born again as Big Bus Tours revamps website with Magento
Bookings already up after operator redesigns platform with Born Group and e-cpmmerce specialist Magento
Airbnb offers free accommodation to people stranded by Trump travel ban
Chief executive Brian Chesky tweeted: "Closing doors further divides US. Let’s all find ways to connect people, not separate them."
Disabled specialist Accomable signs up with Interhome
Accessible hotels platform moves into rental sector
A new take on FCO advice
After holding a consultation on travel advice last year, the Foreign Office quietly released revisions to the system in December. TTG investigates the changes
Are the robots really taking over? Let's set the record straight right now over automation in travel
Job-stealing robots are back in the news. Traverse Associates’ John O’Neill sets the record straight on workflow automation
Guest comment: Black Pepper Software's Rowan Welch on building the best app
’Smart personalisation’ and other trends to consider when building an app that’s fit for 2017
The new EU 'citizen data' law that could topple your business if you're fined
How the EU’s upcoming General Data Protection Regulations are going to affect your business
Airbnb sharpens 'socio-economic divide in cities'
As Airbnb steps up its product offering with Trips, a recent study from Hotelschool The Hague has taken a deeper look into the company’s business model
Former chief executive at Tune Hotel Group joins Sabre
Frank Trampert joins tech giant, alongside Brian Jorgenson as senior vice-president of product management
Discvr relaunches with data protection push
Matthew Parsons catches up with Eddie Bent, managing director of Discvr Agency, to talk about the latest iteration of his ‘storytelling platform’
SiteMinder adds 33,000 rooms to network in new Barcelo deal
Pricing platform signs up Spanish chain’s 109 properties
Guest comment: Duetto's Michael McCartan on why it’s getting personal in the online booking arena
The recent Revenue Strategy Forum considered the current state of online marketing in the hospitality industry. Duetto’s Michael McCartan looks at how hotels can win the customer back from the major online travel giants
DataArt bridges data gap between JacTravel and TotalStay systems
Tech consultancy helps complete final phase of B2B accommodation wholesaler acquisition
Guest comment: KPMG's David Ferbrache on the growing importance of cyber security
From removing ’outdated’ passwords to the industrialisation of hacking, companies must be more aware of cyber security as we enter 2017
Surge in 3G usage in the skies
AeroMobile celebrates first anniversary of its 3G inflight network, as connected flights top the one million mark
Best use of company data is a big challenge, forum hears
Using customer data effectively to offer bespoke services and experiences was branded “one of the biggest challenges” facing the luxury sector
Guest comment: eNett's Anthony Hynes on the payment trends to watch out for in 2017
From credit card fraud to currency volatility, this year looks set to be challenging for travel companies
Princess boss hails new wearable device a 'breakthrough' for cruise sector
Tony Roberts presented the Ocean Medallion technology to the trade last night
Guest comment: Moxie's Alf Saggese on perfecting the customer journey

 For the consumer, it’s simply finding and booking a holiday. This is a point travel agencies need to consider in planning their digital experience because – when researching and purchasing their trip - the customer is likely to go with the path of least resistance. Conversely, customers will steer away from sites that stop them doing this.

New guide offers insight into loyalty schemes
Loyalty programmes under microscope with new Collinson Latitude eBook