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Low prices enticing travelers, flexibility remains key

By Linda Fox | October 12, 2021

Understanding traveler behavior better and seeking out unserved routes are opportunities for travel companies. Read More

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Skyscanner tests personalized road trip service

By Mitra Sorrells | July 29, 2021

Skyscanner's new Road Trips service is built on personalization capabilities from Inspirock and launching in five countries. Read More

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VIDEO: Recovery and sustainability - can they go hand in hand?

By PhocusWire | July 8, 2021

Will a greater emphasis on healing planet earth really impact travel destinations and what is the role and responsibility of travel companies as they reposition themselves and their offerings? Read More

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Why the travel industry must grasp the digitization of customer behavior

By Linda Fox | June 21, 2021

Customers will increasingly expect a digital experience when they travel again. Read More

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Customer engagement strategy key to rebuilding traveler confidence

By Linda Fox | June 9, 2021

Only a fifth of consumers feel safe traveling now with many relying on the vaccine rollout before they travel. Read More

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Hotel booking windows gradually lengthening as traveler confidence returns

By Linda Fox | May 13, 2021

Occupancy rates vary in different regions, according to a report, with China hitting rates of 60% and North America 50%, but Europe is still trailing at around 18%, attributed to a slower easing of... Read More

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Booking windows, trip duration up as consumers return to travel

By Mitra Sorrells | April 29, 2021

Skyscanner has identified several trends it says are defining consumer behavior as it relates to travel planning and purchasing. Read More

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Prince Harry-backed Travalyst coalition urges industry collaboration to “rebuild more responsibly”

By Mitra Sorrells | January 29, 2021

Former Skyscanner CEO Bryan Dove is now chairing the coalition, working alongside Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, who launched it in 2019 with Booking.com, Skyscanner, Trip.com Group, Tripadvisor and... Read More

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Skyscanner appoints Travix boss John Mangelaars as CEO

By Kevin May | January 22, 2021

He replaces Moshe Rafiah, who was brought in to oversee operations following the departure of CEO Bryan Dove. Read More

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Skyscanner pinpoints unserved routes for airlines via traveler intent tech

By Linda Fox | January 19, 2021

Skyscanner is providing airlines with up-to-date information on traveler searches to uncover new opportunities. Read More

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VIDEO: COVID-19’s impact on airline distribution

By Jill Menze | December 9, 2020

At The Phocuswright Conference, a panel of executives discussed how the pandemic has affected NDC adoption, the need for industry collaboration and more. Read More

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Skyscanner launches COVID-19 travel insurance

By Mitra Sorrells | November 13, 2020

In partnership with Cover Genius, Skyscanner customers can purchase medical, trip cancellation and airline insolvency coverage. Read More

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Skyscanner, Expedia, Hopper on need for transparency in travel retailing

By Mitra Sorrells | October 14, 2020

At an ATPCO virtual event, product managers from the three companies shared how they are adapting to the new needs of customers. Read More

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Forget online stars and rankings, hotels will be now judged by hygiene factors

By Linda Fox | September 7, 2020

While there is no ranking or rating system for hygiene and cleanliness, there are tell-tale signs for who is putting in the time and money. And this matters a lot in the mid-pandemic period. Read More