White Paper explores big data impact on hospitality, travel and tourism
A new white paper produced by SOCAP International, the Society of Consumer Affairs Professionals, describes how Big Data is transforming the Hospitality, Travel and Tourism (HTT) sector and, in the process, creating unprecedented challenges and opportunities for customer care professionals. → Read More
International tourism receipts grew by 4 percent in 2012
Receipts from international tourism in destinations around the world grew by 4% in 2012 reaching US$1075 billion. This growth is equal to the 4% increase in international tourist arrivals which reached 1035 million in 2012. An additional US$219 billion was recorded in receipts from international passenger transport, bringing total exports generated by international tourism in 2012 to US$1.3 trillion. → Read More
2013 season off to a record start at Six Flags with 32 percent revenue growth
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest regional theme park company, announced today that first quarter 2013 revenue rose to a record high $88 million, representing a $21 million or 32 percent increase over prior year, or 38 percent increase after adjusting 2012 for $3 million of insurance proceeds related to Hurricane Irene. → Read More
Tourist’s trust is based on social media and the web
Does social media and internet based information sources such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Blogs and many more influence our decision on where we travel to and how we share our experiences with others? → Read More
Game of Thrones fans flock to hotels in fantastical filming locations
As the Game of Thrones third season gather pace, LateRooms.com today reveals that hotels in the show’s filming locations have seen a huge spike in bookings since the launch of the show’s third season last Monday, some up to 100%. → Read More
Forecast Revisit for the Global Travel and Tourism Industry
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Forecast Revisit for the Global Travel and Tourism Industry” report to their offering. → Read More
The iSocial butterfly
More than 26 million Brits1(41%) are packing in two to four social arrangements per weeknight and two-thirds (59%) admit to leaving social events early for fear of missing out on something better according to new research* by lastminute.com, the UK’s largest online hotel, travel and leisure specialist. The research has uncovered a new type of ‘iSocial Butterfly’ behaviour amongst Brits as the use of social media and smart phone technology begins to influence the way we socialise and relate to others. → Read More
UK recession fails to dampen appetite for overseas holidays
The recession is not ruining the UK’s appetite for a good holiday. More people than last year are saying they will take a main holiday overseas (73% in 2013 vs 66% in 2012) and there’s a growing intention to book a holiday of 7 nights or more (95% in 2013 vs 89% in 2012). → Read More
Destinations where hotels are the star attraction
We all travel for our own reasons; whether it’s to get a break from daily life, to try local cuisine, or to check out a popular attraction. But have you ever travelled just to visit a specific hotel? Well, if you’re looking for a break from the tried-and-true chains, or another excuse to take a vacation, the travel experts at Hotels.com® have you covered. For a unique sleeping experience Hotels.com looked to its Hotel Price Index™ (HPI™) as inspiration for this list of eight hotels where an overnight stay can be as memorable as the trip itself. → Read More
International visitors spend $14.4 billion in January 2013
Spending by international visitors to the United States in January 2013 outpaced January 2012 levels by nearly 11 percent, according to data recently released by the International Trade Administration (ITA). International visitors spent an estimated $14.4 billion on travel to, and tourism-related activities within, the United States during the month. → Read More
Bad weather is good news for holiday companies
The travel experts at Directline Holidays report telephone booking enquiries are up 15% and online searches are 30% ahead of forecasts for Directline Holidays based on the same time period last year. → Read More
Regional online travel bookings worth $15.8 billion by 2014
The topic of online versus traditional booking channels will once again be a key focus at the 2013 Arabian Travel Market technology seminar sessions as organiser, Reed Travel Exhibitions, highlights the dramatic shift in consumer mindset over the last 12 months as travellers log on to technology for convenient airline and hotel bookings. → Read More
