Travel Tech Articles

Exciting technology developments in travel management from booking, to trip data analysis, help all travel suppliers streamline their businesses, save time, and enhance profitability. Global Distribution Systems (GDS) are powerful tools that can significantly enhance a travel supplier's reach and booking potential. It is thus vital for understanding and effectively utilizing a GDS, and as a travel professional, you can connect with a wider audience of travel agents and online booking platforms. It will take some time becoming comfortable using a GDS system, but after some time, you will wonder how you managed without it. This step-by-step guide will help you navigate the process of choosing and using a GDS system: 1. Choose the Right...

Travel is booming again after the pandemic and travel planning has never been easier using the latest technology. As a matter of fact, due to this simplification, many home based travel agents have once again joined the travel industry to plan holidays and travel experiences for clients The travel industry is undergoing, and continuing to undergo a digital transformation, and the latest technology is at the forefront of this change. Travel suppliers, from airlines to hotels and tour operators, are increasingly leveraging smart, cutting-edge tools, to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and gain a competitive edge. Let's investigate some of the newest technologies shaping the future of travel planning, and you should...

The rise of online travel booking has significantly transformed the industry, empowering consumers to reserve their own travel arrangements. This trend is set to continue with the rise of artificial intelligence systems, and ongoing development of new technologies. However, as mentioned in past articles, the human touch in travel and across many other industries will always be sought after, and perhaps even more so in the future. However, as a travel agent, you need to use all these tools at your disposal, so understanding the nuances of online travel booking is crucial to providing exceptional service to your clients. Here are the five key factors you need to consider when assisting clients with their online travel bookings: 1...

As technology, and the inventions of AI: (Artificial Intelligence) advances in all aspects of our lives it is the same where it concerns the travel industry. You can surely imagine a travel companion who remembers your travel preferences, predicts flight delays before they happen, provides you loads of insights of a destination, and even has features to build a personalized itinerary based on your interests. That's the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in travel, and it's already transforming the way we explore the world, and also becoming an indispensable tool for travel businesses. So, how exactly is AI transforming the travel industry? Here are some insights but by no means the limits of what we can expect in the future...

The travel industry is booming again with the passing of the COVID pandemic,, and travel agents are at the heart of creating unforgettable experiences for their clients. Recently we touched on some software and tech, that is vital to help you succeed in your ITA business by streamlining many of the tasks you have to deal with. However, with the plethora of travel booking software options and technology available right now, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming, and besides some can be relatively expensive to implement as well. This article will guide you through the some of the key features you must consider, and offers tips for you as ITAs to find the software that perfectly complements your travel agency's needs. a) The...

As an independent travel advisor, you are constantly on the go managing multiple tasks for clients, marketing, client management and so much more. What with the booking of flights and accommodations to crafting personalized itineraries and providing exceptional customer service, your role is considered to be the jack of all trades in travel, and yes masters of all too? To streamline your travel operations, increase efficiency, and enhance client satisfaction, consider implementing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. So, what is an ERP System? An ERP system is a software application that integrates various business functions and processes into a unified platform. There are multiple options available to invest in suitable...

No doubt as a travel advisor you already have used technology to booked a dream vacation online for yourself or a client, compared flight prices on your phone, or used a map app or GPS to navigate a new city? If so, then you have already experienced travel technology first-hand and its use in the travel industry is growing in leaps and bounds! In simpler terms, travel technology, or travel tech for short, is anything that uses computers and internet smarts to make travel easier and more enjoyable. This includes tools used by both travellers and travel companies. Consider travel tech like a giant travel toolbox filled with all sorts of gadgets to improve your trip. Here are some examples of these useful tools: a) Smart Booking...

Today we will examine the GDS system and its benefits for you as an ITA and why you should be using it. This great tool offers you multiple benefits in streamlining your travel business, so consider integrating it as soon as possible. As an independent travel advisor, you understand the importance of efficiency and offering a wide range of travel options to your clients. Staying abreast of new technologies to help you with efficiency is vital and the GDS system can become indispensable to you. In today's digital age, this powerful tool exists to streamline your booking process and expand your travel product portfolio: The Global Distribution System (GDS) Ticketing System. So, what is a GDS Ticketing System? Think of a GDS as a...

Today we will examine the GDS system and its benefits for you as an ITA. This tool offers you multiple benefits in streamlining your travel business. As an independent travel advisor, you understand the importance of efficiency and offering a wide range of travel options to your clients. Staying abreast of new technologies to help you with efficiency is vital and the GDS system can become indispensable to you. In today's digital age, this powerful tool exists to streamline your booking process and expand your travel product portfolio: The Global Distribution System (GDS) Ticketing System. So, what is a GDS Ticketing System? Think of a GDS as a giant online reservation system. Managed by large companies like Sabre, Amadeus, or...

Gone are the days when planning a holiday meant flipping through endless shiny travel brochures and piecing together itineraries with phone calls and faxes. Today's travel landscape thrives on innovative technologies, with travel tech suppliers at the forefront of transforming the booking experience. These companies are wielding cutting-edge solutions that empower travellers and streamline processes, making journeys more personalized, convenient, and unforgettable. So what offerings have been released in travel technologies that you can take advantage of? 1. Seamless Online Booking Platforms: At the heart of this revolution lies the rise of user-friendly booking platforms available across all technology devices You no longer need...