Technology News
Agent feedback prompts upgrade to Topdeck website
Monday, 6 September 2010Agents identified simplicity and functionality as the key elements of a good website and in response, Topdeck has launched a revamped www.topdeck.travel, catering specifically for the needs of agents.
New site gets two thumbs up from industry
Friday, 3 September 2010
e-Travel Blackboard launched its next generation Australian trade website with a brand new look this week, giving readers travel news your way, and is already reaping benefits from industry feedback.
OTAs left searching if Google acquires ITA
Friday, 3 September 2010
An antitrust investigation into a core aspect of Google’s search service may affect the gateway’s referrals to online travel agencies (OTAs).
Find Kumuka on facebook, our new agent page is out now
Friday, 3 September 2010
Keep in touch with our Customer Care Travel Team and Business Development Team by adding us on Facebook! Keep up with news, specials, incentives and more. Learn about our new tours and updates first. Share idea's and make suggestions. Read blogs, watch videos, enter competitions and find out about destinations and product training.
Visit Dublin App Launched!
Friday, 3 September 2010
Download the Official Dublin App and explore Dublin from the palm of your hand! Dublin has never been closer...
Choice Hotels Australasia Adopts Enhanced Property Management Technology
Friday, 3 September 2010Choice Hotels Australasia is to utilise the latest in accommodation website and telephony technology with Choice Hotels International's innovative web-based proprietary property management system throughout its New Zealand and Australian properties from next year.
Voyager Travel Corporation Announces Itinerary Integration with TripIt™
Friday, 3 September 2010Australian travel management company Voyager Travel Corporation, has announced that its travel itineraries are now fully compatible with TripIt™, the leading travel itinerary and trip planning software for the web and smartphones.
Webjet Introduces Flight Bookings to Australian iPhone and iPod Touch Users
Friday, 3 September 2010Webjet.com.au is excited to announce the launch of its iPhone app, specifically designed to search and book cheap domestic flights and to view complete travel itineraries, including hotel bookings, car hire and flights.
Reactive Launches Mirvac's "Best Year Ever" Site
Thursday, 2 September 2010Campaign Includes Real-Time Social Media Interaction.
OTAs must embrace gateways to the future
Wednesday, 1 September 2010
The future of online travel agents (OTAs) is a difficult one to predict, but gateways and personal communication are sure to play a decisive role moving forward.
Agents urged to net web presence
Wednesday, 1 September 2010
The internet is a tool that if used productively will net travel agents more clients and enhance travel agents’ offerings, according to travel technology experts.
Holidays are serious stuff for Aussies
Wednesday, 1 September 2010Global Expedia study reveals the travel habits of 19 countries
House of Travel and Amadeus partnership continues to be a winning combination
Tuesday, 31 August 2010Amadeus, a leading travel technology partner and transaction processor for the global travel and tourism industry, is celebrating the success of its long-term partner House of Travel for winning the People’s Choice Award for New Zealand’s Best Travel Site at the NetGuide Web Awards last Friday for the fifth consecutive year.
Live out your excessive, hotel rock star antics
Tuesday, 31 August 2010Leading online accommodation provider Wotif.com will this week launch a new major TV campaign encouraging consumers to spend less on their hotel room and more on their holiday!
Five for five giveaways celebrating Expedia birthday
Friday, 27 August 2010
Expedia are giving in to their young hearts with plans to celebrate their fifth birthday in Australia by refunding five Expedia customers a day for five weeks the cost of their travel booking.
Travel Warning: Fake Sites Try To Trick Visitors to the US
Friday, 27 August 2010Travellers trying to register online for travel to the U.S. may face phony websites designed to steal their money and information, or spread malware, McAfee warns
New-Look 'Booking Button' to Help Hotels Turn More Lookers Into Bookers
Friday, 27 August 2010With many hotels achieving close to 40 per cent of bookings on the net, online accommodation distributor SiteMinder, has launched a new version of its direct booking engine product, 'TheBookingButton'.
Garuda Orient Holidays launches Australia's most comprehensive travel website on Indonesia
Thursday, 26 August 2010
-Making agents instant experts-
"Expedia's Sweet Sweep" available for Expedia TAAP Agents - Sweet!
Wednesday, 25 August 2010To celebrate their 5th Anniversary of operations in Australia, Expedia has launched the "Expedia Sweet Sweep".
Aston International announces partnership with myroombid.com
Wednesday, 25 August 2010Today Aston International announced that the group entered into a preferred relationship with myroombid.com.
Spot On GPS - We do the work, you earn the commission
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
Cathay Pacific and Travelport Announce Multi-Year Marketing Agreement
Monday, 16 August 2010
Hong Kong-Based Carrier and GDS Provider Sign Major Global Deal
All brand: Aussies trust online travel booking
Thursday, 12 August 2010
Australians are comfortable using online services for travel booking, especially with trusted brands, a survey has found.
Net escapes: Aussies go online during holidays
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Even on holiday, Australians are going out of their way to log on to the net, a survey has found.
























