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Nobody Panic!

By Chesley Turner on October 14, 2015 6:34 PM

UPDATE on 11/20: All jurisdictions but the American Samoa and Minnesota now have extensions to comply with the REAL ID Act. For specific information, please reference the Department of Homeland Security's briefing page.

Topics: Homeland Security Traveler Conversations TSA WTI
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16 Euros or Bust

By Chesley Turner on October 7, 2015 11:25 AM

Opinion Piece by James Wells, Founder and Chairman of World Travel, Inc.

Topics: content GDS Lufthansa Opinion WTI
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How to: Limit Ancillary Fees

By Maureen DiLello on September 30, 2015 2:41 PM

Objective:

How to Limit Ancillary Fees

Ancillary Fees. You know the term far too well.  It seems extra unexpected costs are associated with every trip you take. From baggage fees to hotel cancellation fees to city surcharges, the airline, hotel, and ground transportation industries are all making billions of dollars off these sometimes cleverly hidden fees. But as your Travel Management Company, we’re here to help you limit those pesky fees as much as possible!

Topics: airlines Advice Ancillary Fees Consulting Services corporate culture General Hotel How-To travel policy WTI
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Gordon Wilson: Redefining the GDS through an Innovative, Holistic Approach

By Chesley Turner on September 23, 2015 1:57 PM

Since 2011, Gordon Wilson has been at the helm of Travelport, ushering it into an era of increased content, enhanced usability, IPO on the New York Stock Exchange, and even a redefined identity (Travelport is a Travel Commerce Platform; “GDS” is passé, haven’t you heard?). It comes as no surprise, then, that he possesses a remarkably holistic view of the travel industry and the integral role of the global distribution system. Travelport is more than a storefront for aggregated content; it’s an innovator of improved technology, an intermediary in industry partnerships, and a proponent of travel and tourism benefits.

Topics: airlines Interview Ancillary Fees content economy expense management GDS Lufthansa open booking WTI
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Hello Economy. Welcome Back.

By Chesley Turner on September 16, 2015 8:25 AM

The economy seems to be breathing a little easier, at least for the moment. That means business travel is back in a big way. If you want proof, look at the hotel occupancy rate (HOR) and average daily rate (ADR). According to STR Global, ADR is steadily rising in all four global regions. In the Americas, the July ADR almost hit $125, which was up 5.8% YOY. This is mirrored by Europe’s 8% increase to $133.24, EMEA’s 5.3% increase to $159.10, and APAC’s subtler 1.1% increase to $105.12. PricewaterhouseCooper’s 2015 Hospitality Directions Report, as summarized by Business Travel News, estimates that the year’s ADR will level out at about $120.79, which is up 5% from last year.

Topics: Advice Ancillary Fees Consulting Services General Hotel RFP WTI
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How to: Drive Online Adoption

By Maureen DiLello on September 2, 2015 11:47 AM

Objective:
Increase Online Adoption.

When travelers book online, they can save time and money.

Topics: Advice How-To Online Booking Traveler Conversations WTI

Welcome, World Travelers!

By Chesley Turner on August 13, 2015 10:15 AM

Welcome, World Travelers! We're delighted to see you here.

Topics: General WTI