Technology News
iSpeedy soars in tourism¡¯s annus horribilis
Tuesday, 5 July 2011As the financial year closes on a difficult 12 months for the domestic tourism industry, Brisbane-based travel App iSpeedy has bucked the trend, eclipsing its previous records to finish the year with a 30 per cent increase in downloads.
Rediscovering Public Art with Modern Technology
Monday, 4 July 2011Earlier this month Dublin¡¯s Lord Mayor, Gerry Breen, launched a new iPhone app iSpySculpture Dublin.
Mobile key to travel safety
Friday, 1 July 2011
Keeping family and friends updated on your whereabouts while travelling could be key to your safety particularly during a crisis, according to Concur Asia Pacific general manager Mike Eberhard.
Travelport GDS chases hotel commission
Thursday, 30 June 2011
Agents will no longer need to chase their hotel booking commissions following the launch of Travelport¡¯s new hotel GDS, Rooms and More which localises business into one platform.
IHG Launches iPhone Booking Apps For Each Of Its Seven Hotel Brands
Thursday, 30 June 2011With optimized mobile solutions, IHG has gone from under $1 million in monthly revenue to $10 million in just over a year
Amadeus' latest inspirational Extreme Search shopping tool revolutionises the way consumers search for travel online
Thursday, 30 June 2011Amadeus announces the latest inspirational search tool serving the online shopping needs of today¡¯s traveller.
Virtual tourism showing real growth: nDreams
Wednesday, 29 June 2011
Digital tourism may be looming as the next big thing in tourism, with a recently launched floating archipelago receiving over a million visitors in its first six weeks; more than the Taj Mahal and London Eye combined.
New Chic Outlet Shopping website launches
Wednesday, 29 June 2011Value Retail demonstrates its on-going commitment to develop customer-focused digital innovation through the launch of a new look website for its Chic Outlet Shopping brand.
Groupon Hong Kong and Macau.com to Offer Unbeatable Deals in Macau
Wednesday, 29 June 2011Enjoy tremendous savings in Macau!
Absolute Hotel Services Launches Mobile Websites and Booking Engines for all of its Branded Hotels
Monday, 27 June 2011Jonathan Wigley, CEO of Absolute Hotel Services Group announces the launch of branded mobile websites and booking engines for all managed hotels under the brands U Hotels & Resorts and Eastin Hotels and Residences.
Key industry trends offer airlines opportunity to leverage GDS channel, says Abacus International
Friday, 24 June 2011The first half of 2011 proved to be a challenging year in terms of air travel, resulting in major changes in the overall global travel landscape.
Travelport and Dragonair sign multi-year agreement
Thursday, 23 June 2011Renewed agreement offers unparalleled airline content for Travelport subscribers
New chic outlet shopping website launches
Thursday, 23 June 2011Value Retail demonstrates its on-going commitment to develop customer-focused digital innovation through the launch of a new look website for its Chic Outlet Shopping brand.
Milestone Agreement Extends Worldhotels into China's Leading E-Travel Network
Wednesday, 22 June 2011
Worldhotels has signed a milestone co-operation agreement with TravelSky, the leading provider of information technology solutions for China's booming air travel and tourism industry.
New global community for Travel Enthusiasts
Wednesday, 22 June 2011TravelMall is quite simply the newest way forward for travel community websites ¨C the complete and comprehensive handy reference tool for today¡¯s traveller.
Agoda.com partners with channel manager YieldPlanet.com
Monday, 13 June 2011Agoda.com announced a partnership with hotel channel manager YieldPlanet.com.
Caesars Entertainment Launches Trade Website
Friday, 10 June 2011GREAT NEWS!!!!! The Caesars Entertainment (CET) Trade website is now live and ready to use!
Singapore is kind of happy today!
Thursday, 9 June 2011GetIT Comms launched SingMood, a Twitter-based gauge that provides a real-time view of the collective mood of Singaporeans.
Hotels.com and Columbus Internet launch New Facebook app ¡®Hotels WithMe¡¯
Thursday, 9 June 2011New Facebook app helps travellers choose a hotel with their friends and families
eNett International Partners With Hotelzon International To Offer vNett Solution To Travel Management Companies
Wednesday, 8 June 2011eNett International, a joint venture with Travelport and a leading provider of innovative and integrated payment solutions tailored to meet the needs of the travel industry
Agoda, Jetstar to roll-out combined holidays
Wednesday, 8 June 2011
Building on its hotel booking site, Agoda has signed on to develop holiday packages and specials with Jetstar Holidays with weekly Asia Pacific deals to roll out over the coming months.
Langham Hospitality Group launches reservations through Facebook
Wednesday, 8 June 2011Langham Hospitality Group is set to make ¡®new friends¡¯ as it launches a booking service which allows users of Facebook to directly reserve rooms via the company¡¯s fan page on the social networking website.
Tech re-formats MICE experience
Tuesday, 7 June 2011
¡°Technology is adding to the [MICE] experience but not replacing it¡±, according to Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre chief executive Leigh Harry who said the impact of the online world is changing the shape of meetings and conferences.
Amadeus Asia bags prestigious Frost & Sullivan - 2011 Airline IT Solutions Provider of the Year Award
Tuesday, 7 June 2011Frost & Sullivan recognises Amadeus with Asia Pacific Aerospace & Defence Award
















