https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/ebookers/ Ebookers News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:59:55+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/edreams-odigeo-set-to-appoint-new-chairman/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/edreams-odigeo-set-to-appoint-new-chairman/ The board of directors at eDreams Odigeo has appointed Thomas Vollmoeller as its new chairman and independent director. He will take up the role at the start of January, subject to shareholder approval of his nomination at the next annual general meeting. Tue, 27 Aug 2019 06:48:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-strengthens-partnership-with-edreams-odigeo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-strengthens-partnership-with-edreams-odigeo/ The close partnership between the two companies will provide travellers booking their trips on eDreams, Opodo, GO Voyages and Travellink with greater access to Norwegian’s fares, offers, and ancillary services. Thu, 08 Aug 2019 14:46:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-accuses-hotel-booking-sites-of-unfair-practices/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-accuses-hotel-booking-sites-of-unfair-practices/ Major hotel booking sites are still skewing search results, using pressure tactics and claiming false discounts despite a major clampdown, according to new Which? research. Fri, 24 May 2019 08:35:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-booking-sites-warned-over-misleading-sales-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-booking-sites-warned-over-misleading-sales-in-uk/ Hotel booking sites in the UK have been censured by the Competition & Markets Authority following a serious of concerns around pressure selling, misleading discount claims and hidden charges. Wed, 06 Feb 2019 09:13:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-announce-new-president/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-announce-new-president/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s premier travel agents, owned and operated by global online company Orbtiz Worldwide, today announce the appointment of Nigel Pocklington as Senior Vice President and President, who will start his new position on 18th May. Thu, 16 Apr 2015 03:00:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-launches-bonus-loyalty-screen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-launches-bonus-loyalty-screen/ ebookers.com is announcing the launch of an innovative new rewards programme that promises to give customers more, Bonus+. The programme will offer ebookers’ customers simple and easy ways to earn and spend generous cash rewards on travel when booking on the site with instant access to the benefits. Tue, 30 Sep 2014 14:18:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-launches-all-in-one-travel-android-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-launches-all-in-one-travel-android-app/ Leading online travel agent, ebookers.com, remains at the forefront of providing mobile travel tools for consumers with the launch of the new ebookers Travel app for Android. The all-in-one travel app is the first from an online travel agent in Europe to allow customers to book flights, hotels and car hire on one app and on the move. Sat, 22 Feb 2014 00:00:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-app-from-ebookers.com/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-app-from-ebookers.com/ Leading online travel agent, ebookers.com, has announced the launch of the ebookers all in one travel app, ebookers Travel: Hotels, Flights, Car Hire. The app is available now on the App Store for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:36:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-right-on-track-first-online-travel-agent-to-offer-uk-rail/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-right-on-track-first-online-travel-agent-to-offer-uk-rail/ ebookers.com, a division of Orbitz Worldwide becomes the first European online travel agent to offer rail tickets across the entire UK rail network alongside their flights, hotel and car hire offerings. Sat, 16 Mar 2013 06:00:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-to-offer-rail-tickets-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-to-offer-rail-tickets-in-uk/ ebookers.com, a division of Orbitz Worldwide, has become the first European online travel agent to offer rail tickets across the rail network in Great Britain alongside their flights, hotel and car hire offerings. Where previously consumers would have to book rail in Great Britain separate from their other holiday components, ebookers is able to offer their customers more choice by providing a one-stop shop for planning and purchasing all of their travel. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:43:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-launches-new-bucket-list-facebook-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-launches-new-bucket-list-facebook-app/ Thirty-four percent of Brits have an active ‘bucket list’ of things to do before they die, according to a survey by leading online travel agent ebookers.com. Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-on-the-go-hotel-app-now-available-fo-android/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-on-the-go-hotel-app-now-available-fo-android/ The handy Hotels app by leading online travel agent ebookers.ie is now available for Android - and comes with great money-saving deals. Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:00:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sightseeing-makes-for-a-happy-holiday-for-66-of-brits/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sightseeing-makes-for-a-happy-holiday-for-66-of-brits/ It turns out that Brits much prefer the brighter side of life with 60% of them admitting that sunshine is one of the most important ingredients for a happy holiday, with hassle free travel (64%) and sightseeing (66%) making up the top three, according to a survey by ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 23:00:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.ie-reveals-boost-in-tourism-as-europeans-flock-to-ireland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.ie-reveals-boost-in-tourism-as-europeans-flock-to-ireland/ Following an impressive marketing campaign across the continent by Tourism Ireland, ebookers.ie can reveal a surge in European interest for the Emerald Isle in 2012. This year has seen a real spotlight shone on Ireland, with international media attention around Titanic’s milestone anniversary as well as the ever-popular traditional St Patricks Day celebrations and the country still thriving from 2011’s high profile visitors Queen Elizabeth and President Obama. Tue, 21 Aug 2012 18:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-takes-part-in-worlds-largest-environmental-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-takes-part-in-worlds-largest-environmental-event/ ebookers.com today announces it will take part in the largest environmental event, Earth Hour, on 31st March. Joining individuals, business and communities around the world, ebookers will switch off all of its lights to help raise awareness of climate change. Sat, 31 Mar 2012 18:00:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-reveals-boost-in-domestic-tourism-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-reveals-boost-in-domestic-tourism-this-summer/ As we prepare for a summer of major events including the London 2012 Olympic Games and Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, ebookers.com reveals that 3 million* more Brits are looking to holiday on home soil this year. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 19:00:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-strengthens-its-mobile-offering-with-new-hotels-app-for-iphone/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-strengthens-its-mobile-offering-with-new-hotels-app-for-iphone/ Leading online travel agent, ebookers.com, today announces the launch of the ebookers Hotels app for iPhone. The announcement marks the next stage in ebookers’ ambitious mobile push which has seen the company set the standard on high quality apps through simple, convenient and secure options to book from their mobile devices. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:00:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-links-with-silverrail-for-new-rail-holiday-ideas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-links-with-silverrail-for-new-rail-holiday-ideas/ Online travel agent ebookers has announced a partnership with SilverRail Technologies to offer domestic and international rail holiday ideas on its websites. ebookers plans to offer stand-alone rail as well as packaged rail journeys including hotels and other travel products. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:11:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/rob-define-director-of-product-stratagy-car-insurance-ebookers.com/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/rob-define-director-of-product-stratagy-car-insurance-ebookers.com/ Rob Define, Director of Product Stratagy, Car & Insurance, ebookers.com tells BTN about its new social travel guide iPad app which it launched in conjunction with Fortune Cookie earlier this year, offering enhanced value to its customers. Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:18:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-increases-website-functionally-with-its-weekend-map/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-increases-website-functionally-with-its-weekend-map/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, has launched its new ‘Weekend Map’, a planning tool that assists travellers looking for inspiration for a weekend break away. Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:00:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-announces-ipad-hotel-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-announces-ipad-hotel-app/ Leading online travel agent, ebookers.com,  announces the launch of the ebookers ipad Hotels app, an iPad application that enables customers to search and book hotels while on the move. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:30:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/fortune-cookie-launches-ebookers-explorer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/fortune-cookie-launches-ebookers-explorer/ Leading web-developer Fortune Cookie has launched the first social media travel guide - ebookers Explorer. The free App – for use with both iPhone and iPad - allows holidaymakers to discover the world through the power of social networks by sharing what others are saying, seeing and doing. Thu, 12 May 2011 15:53:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.ie-offers-comprehensive-cruise-product/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.ie-offers-comprehensive-cruise-product/ ebookers.ie, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, today announces the launch of a cruise product category to its website, further strengthening its offering for customers. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:00:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mario-bounas-takes-up-role-at-ebookers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mario-bounas-takes-up-role-at-ebookers/ Online travel agent ebookers.com has appointed Mario Bounas as head of offline marketing for the UK, Ireland, France and Benelux. In the role he will be responsible for building brand awareness in the region, as well as promoting the company’s new proposition book easier, travel happier. Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:10:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cash-strapped-brits-still-prefer-long-haul/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cash-strapped-brits-still-prefer-long-haul/ online travel agent ebookers.com has revealed its top 10 destinations for flight bookings in 2011. Despite the recent increase in Air Passenger Duty (APD), ebookers.com has found that 6 out of 10 of the top 2011 destinations are long haul as travellers delve deeper into their pockets to cover the additional costs set by the Government. Wed, 24 Nov 2010 12:41:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-teams-up-with-holiday-taxis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-teams-up-with-holiday-taxis/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, announces new deal with Independent transfer specialist Holiday Taxis. Tue, 26 Oct 2010 16:38:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-grows-room-nights-by-58/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-grows-room-nights-by-58/ Leading online travel agent ebookers.com once again was the star performer of the Orbitz Worldwide portfolio, delivering a 58% year-on-year increase in hotel room nights in Q2 this year. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:12:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/roving-reviewer-revealed-for-global-hotel-inspector-role/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/roving-reviewer-revealed-for-global-hotel-inspector-role/ One lucky individual is today packing their case ready to embark on a business trip with a difference, as they head off around the globe in their new role as the ebookers.com Hotel Inspector. Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:12:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-in-new-partnership-with-carbon-clear-in-a-bid-to-offset-holida/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-in-new-partnership-with-carbon-clear-in-a-bid-to-offset-holida/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, has today announced a pledge to help customers reduce their carbon footprint through its new partnership with Carbon Clear, a world leader in carbon management and a founding member of the International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance (ICROA). Fri, 16 Jul 2010 09:34:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-launches-customer-value-proposition-book-easy-travel-happy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-launches-customer-value-proposition-book-easy-travel-happy/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, has today announced the simultaneous launch of its Customer Value Proposition (CVP) on all twelve of its European websites. Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:08:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-to-give-away-free-hotel-room-nights-every-time-england-scores-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-to-give-away-free-hotel-room-nights-every-time-england-scores-/ Leading online travel agent ebookers.com will be giving away a 2-night hotel stay for every goal England scores in the World Cup. Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:39:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-launches-volcanic-ash-package-protection-initiative/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-launches-volcanic-ash-package-protection-initiative/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, has launched a new initiative to re-assure its customers in the wake of the recent volcanic ash cloud travel disruption –  the ebookers.com ‘100% Package Protection’. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 10:36:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-reveals-over-100-increase-in-greece-hotel-bookings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-reveals-over-100-increase-in-greece-hotel-bookings/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, has seen hotel revenue in Greece more than double this year, despite the country’s economic situation, with an increasing by 106% compared to 2009. Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:34:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-aunches-travel-agency-affiliate-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-aunches-travel-agency-affiliate-programme/ Leading online travel agent ebookers.com today announced the UK launch of “ebookers for agents” Tue, 11 May 2010 15:36:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-removes-all-hotel-charges/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-removes-all-hotel-charges/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, today announces plans to waive hotel cancellation and amendment fees on its websites. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:31:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-introduce-dedicated-mobile-website-for-planning-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-introduce-dedicated-mobile-website-for-planning-travel/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, has today launched a dedicated mobile website to help customers plan and research travel on the move. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:37:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-reveals-the-hottest-holiday-hotspots-for-the-year-ahead/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-reveals-the-hottest-holiday-hotspots-for-the-year-ahead/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s leading online travel agents, today reveals the top ten holiday destinations for 2010. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 13:04:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-reorganises-into-three-key-regions-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers-reorganises-into-three-key-regions-in-europe/ Tamer Tamar, President, ebookers.com comments: “ebookers, one of Europe’s largest online travel companies, and Orbitz Worldwide’s (NYSE: OWW) full-service European travel brand is reorganising its business operations. Fri, 11 Dec 2009 13:32:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-offers-new-tour-operator-booking-engine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-offers-new-tour-operator-booking-engine/ ebookers.com, one of Europe’s largest online travel companies, has today announced the launch of a new package holiday booking engine offering customers access to millions of holiday offers. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:03:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-launches-innovative-hotel-functionality/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ebookers.com-launches-innovative-hotel-functionality/ ebookers.com (www.ebookers.com), one of Europe’s largest online travel companies, today announced the launch of new advances in its hotel offering. The innovations provide consumers with quick and easy-to-review tools enabling a fast and informed hotel booking decision. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:00:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090406173315946/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090406173315946/ Europe’s leading travel technology firms have launched a new Brussels-based body to encourage fair competition in the travel distribution chain. Members of the new European Technology & Travel Services Association (ETTSA) include ebookers, Expedia, Opodo and Sabre (and its affiliate lastminute.com). Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:33:42 +0000