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Experiential Travel Explained: Players, Distribution Landscape, and Opportunities

AltexSoft Travel

In the last few years (and especially after the pandemic), travel trends have dramatically shifted and multiple studies prove it. TripAdvisor‘s “Travel in 2022: A Look Ahead” Report. Moreover, half of Gen Z respondents said they want to get out of their comfort zone and crave a sense of risk and excitement while traveling.

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Travel Agency Accreditation, Explained: IATA, IATAN, ARC, CLIA, and TRUE

AltexSoft Travel

As if the world of travel distribution wasn’t complicated by itself, the topic of the travel agency accreditation is another kind of beast. Organizations like IATA, ARC, CLIA, or CCRA issue special codes to travel agencies that come with access to special capabilities and perks. What is Travel Agency Accreditation?

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Tour Operator Software: Itinerary Creator, Booking Engine, and Other Handy Technologies

AltexSoft Travel

Thomas Cook, an iconic travel company from the UK, is believed to be the first tour operator. For the record, the business developed into a global company operating its airline and dealing with multi-million revenue streams, went through a compulsory liquidation in 2019, and was relaunched as an online-only travel agency in 2020.

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Host Travel Agencies: Why You Need Them and How to Choose the Best Option

AltexSoft Travel

In 2020, the travel industry found itself among the sectors hardest hit by COVID-19. American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) reported a 75-percent cut in revenue across travel agencies versus 2019. What is a host travel agency? Optionally, they even may serve the needs of corporate travel.

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How to Get IATA Accreditation for Travel Business: Options and Steps to Take

AltexSoft Travel

The air travel industry is no exception. IATA stands for International Air Transport Association. But how are IATA and travel agencies connected? Why do travel businesses that issue airline tickets have to be IATA-accredited? IATA and Travel Agencies. It supervises travel businesses by suggesting standards.

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New Orleans Celebrated GMID by Illustrating Why Meetings Matter 

Smart Meetings

Morial Convention Center achieved Gold LEED certification and has hired an employee dedicated to sustainable practices. Parr said she will continue to offer virtual options for her events because she wants to include everyone and some people see reducing travel as an important part of reducing their carbon footprint and she respects that.

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Event Budget Strategies: Where To Allocate Resources in 2024

Bizzaboo

Transportation and logistics: Coordinating transportation and logistics ensures smooth event execution and requires a part of your event budget. Tightening Company Budgets for Travel and Event Attendance Many organizations are keeping a watchful eye on their budgets, especially for travel and event attendance.

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