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Self-Service Technologies in Travel: End-to-End Solutions for Independent Travelers

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Self-service technology has been sporadically implemented at different stages of travel experience, and different locations as well. There are capsule hotels in Japan that are almost entirely staff-free and automated passport control has been implemented in selected airports in Europe and Asia. Special needs travelers.

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What is PNR: Passenger Name Record Explained in Details

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A passenger name record, also called a booking file, is a digital document with details of the itinerary for a passenger or a group of passengers traveling together. Watch our video detailing how online booking unfolds offscreen. It enables travelers to manage their bookings and check in online. Data collection.

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Travel Fraud Protection: Key Types of Travel Scam, Protective Measures, and Software to Consider

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percent in 2020 due to pandemic restrictions, in 2021, the industry saw a rise up to 6.1 And everyone knows that fraudsters won’t be far behind from where money is, especially when most transactions happen online. On the flip side, the increased flow of money online has provided more opportunities for fraudsters.

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Alternative Accommodations Distribution: Back Office of a Vacation Rental Agency

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The pandemic forever changed people’s traveling habits. More than a quarter ( 28 percent ) of travelers have stayed at a private rental on their 2021 summer vacation. And eight out of ten of those travelers expect to stay in rentals for at least half of future trips. A travel booking engine performs two roles.

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Virtual Credit Cards in Travel: How to Secure B2B Payments Between OTAs and Suppliers

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trillion in 2026, a 370 percent increase from 2021. About 71 percent of this volume will come from B2B financial interactions, including those done in travel. The article explores the benefits virtual cards bring to the table and what a travel company should consider when implementing this method.

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Website Localization in Travel: Key Aspects and Best Practices

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So, instead of choosing one or the other, we recommend a hybrid approach, i.e., automating the process with machine translation and then involving professional translators to revise the content. For automated translation, consider integrating with a specialized translation tool to leverage its functionality.

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How Hospitality Brands are Using Chatbots

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In April of 2016, social media giant, Facebook launched a chatbot service that acts like a virtual assistant allowing businesses to provide automated customer service, deliver content, and come up with an interactive experience to their customers. These chatbots simulate a more human-like experience of talking to a travel agent.