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EU Threatens to Restrict Passport-Free Travel

The European Union is all set to restrict passport-free travel over the imminent refugee crisis. By invoking an emergency rule…

Using Big Data for Breakfast

For a few years now digital experts have discussed the importance of "personalization", the so-called "guest experience." While the concept…

Russia Sanctions Radioactive for Russia and Europe Tourism

According to news from Interfax, the market for visa services in Russia fell by some 37% in 2015, year on…

The Uniquely Compelling Appeal of Big Data

Five years ago the world-wide-web was horrified at the concept of usable user data. Today every business from high fashion…

To Russia With Love on Valentine’s Day

If the cliche romantic destinations have left you bored to tears the last few years, here's some suggestions for spending…

Busójárás in Mohács: You Don’t Want to Miss This!

Busójárás in Mohács is an UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity listed celebration, which takes place every February, featuring unique…

Former Google Exec Dr. Stefan Tweraser Named SnapShot GmbH CEO

Hotel tech startup, SnapShot GmbH has announce the selection of former Google Germany director, Dr. Stefan Tweraser as the Austrian…

On an Island of Hospitality Data: Using Pineapple Search

Over the last dozen years I've tested just about every search technology that exists. From back in the so-called "search…

HomeAway: The Latest Acquisitioin in Expedia Buying Spree

News from Expedia tells of the OTA's coming purchase of holiday rental firm HomeAway. In a deal estimated at $3.9…

Key Data Integrations for Hotel Intelligence

Market segment, the new paradigm hotel revenue people seek to optimize and utilize, it can be an elusive beast. Using…