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Solving the Big Data Analytics Riddle for Hotels

2015-08-24 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Hotels and other hospitality oriented businesses have received the message, big data analytics can solve for major business challenges from price optimization, to predicting touristic flows. However compelling this new realm may be for current and future operations though, not all big data solutions add the same value.

Tags: Big Data, citizenM, Eye for Travel, IBM, IBV, Lennert De Jong, Max Starkov, SnapShot Travel

“We Told You!” The Arrival of Your Mobile Guest

2014-08-22 by Phil Butler

Across the spectrum of travel businesses the paradigm shift to mobile now takes on acute significance. From online travel agencies, hoteliers, travel agents, and the business side of the travel industry, the inevitability of the mobile customer has arrived. Fortunately for a good many travel entities, preparations were made to adapt to this shift. However, the majority of businesses worldwide now find themselves behind the proverbial 8-ball. To all the businesses we’ve suggested convert, that milestone we predicted has arrived. Don’t say we didn’t tell you so.

Tags: Altimeter Group, Brian Solis, HeBS Digital, hotel bookings, Kempenski Hotels, Kempinski, Max Starkov, Megan Hughes, mobile ads, mobile bookings, mobile marketing, Orbitz, Palazzo Avino

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Stories of Interest

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Hersonissos Port Overhaul Hits Archaeological Paydirt

2026-04-17 By Iorgos Pappas

The redevelopment of the Hersonissos port zone continues with new archaeological discoveries and sectional construction to minimize business disruption.

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Heraklion Cobblestone Controversy: A City Lacking Continuity?

2026-04-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s recent removal of granite paving stones outside the Cultural Center has sparked debate over wasteful spending and the lack of an urban master plan.

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Heraklion Hosts Debate on the Law of the Vendetta

2026-04-17 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion hosts a major cultural and legal event on April 25 to discuss the history of the Cretan vendetta and the traditional reconciliation of Sasmos.

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ASTEK, Crete’s Elite Tourism School, in Crisis

2026-04-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Industry leaders warn that A.S.Τ.Ε.Κ. is suffering from staffing shortages and student dropouts, threatening the future of Greek hospitality.

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Palaiochora Has a Sewage Problem

2026-04-17 By Iorgos Pappas

DEYA Selinou issues an urgent warning to tourists and residents in Palaiochora regarding sewage network blockages and infrastructure maintenance.

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