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La cavalcata di Expedia: l’utile cresce del 40,6%

💰 Expedia's profits soared by 40.6% to €871 million after the July-September quarter, with sales up 9%. From January to September, revenue reached €9.373 billion, and Ebitda hit €2.135 billion. CEO Ariane Gorin noted a second consecutive quarter of acceleration and "strong double-digit growth" in consumer sales and B2B bookings. Specifically, from July to September, profits jumped by 61% to €684 million.
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Agenzie di viaggi ai raggi X Una squadra di 7 mila unità pronta ad affrontare il 2025

💰 Welcome Travel Group generated €1.6 billion with 2,606 travel agencies in the last financial year. Italy's leisure segment comprises 7,705 agencies with a total turnover of €5.2 billion. Welcome Travel Group added 230 affiliates and aims for a revenue increase of €30,000-€35,000 per affiliate. Last year, travel revenue grew 7%, with tailor-made up 15%, and cruises up 6%. Egypt, Maldives, and Italy were top destinations, while Japan saw a 60% passenger increase.
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Going, la nuova direttrice vendite: Mariagrazia Verna

🏢 Mariagrazia Verna was appointed as the new sales director of Going Tour Operator, with a 20-year career background. In 2024, Going reported a revenue growth of 20% and is on track with its five-year goals set in 2022. Going's strategy includes long-haul tailor-made travel, resort lines, incoming division with Going2Italy, and a focus on dynamic packaging with the recent platform update of Going4You. Verna's focus will be on brand promotion and strengthening the company's market position.
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Canarie, le agenzie di viaggi scontano i ritardi nei pagamenti dei vettori

🛫 Travel agencies and airlines are clashing in the Canary Islands over the advance payment for bookings made using a residents' discount bonus, with agencies demanding earlier service fee payouts, which can constitute up to 16% of their gross margin. Delays in reimbursements by airlines are significantly affecting agencies' liquidity. Agencies manage the paperwork while waiting for airlines to pay commissions after coordinating with authorities on discount validations.
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Ponant, più attenzione ai Solo Travellers con partenze dedicate

🚢 Ponant is focusing on Solo Travellers, dedicating about 200 departures for them without single supplement fees for cabins. Exclusive events like dedicated cocktails are organized to encourage socializing. Solo guests enjoy flexibility and privacy with options like joining others or dining alone. Ponant cruises offer exclusive destinations, discovery experiences, top-tier relaxation and wellness areas, and personalized assistance by onboard staff.
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Biman Bangladesh Airlines sigla una partnership con ITA

🚀 Biman Bangladesh Airlines partners with ITA Airways to enhance travel to Bangladesh and Asian destinations. The agreement allows passengers to purchase a single ticket from Italy for seamless travel and baggage management to final destinations, including Dhaka. With this partnership, travelers can easily connect to a wide range of Asian cities from Dhaka via Rome Fiumicino on the Dreamliner 787-8, as stated by Claudio Novembrini, sales manager of Distal GSA Italia.
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Arabia Saudita, accordo tra UrbanV e Cluster2 per la Mobilità Aerea Avanzata

🚀 UrbanV, an Italian vertiport network operator, has partnered with Cluster2, managing 22 airports in Saudi Arabia, to develop Advanced Air Mobility (Aam) and Urban Air Mobility (Uam). They aim to facilitate commercial flights and conduct feasibility studies for Aam integration at Saudi airports. Pilot programs for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles will target emergency medical services, VIP transport, and cargo logistics. Both companies support Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 sustainability goals, including zero-emission eVTOLs and eco-friendly vertiport designs.
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Strategie Chiave per le Agenzie che Gestiscono Case Vacanze

💾 Managing vacation homes can be rewarding but challenging, requiring strategic planning and execution for agencies. To optimize operations, improve guest satisfaction, and maximize occupancy rates, property managers must adopt innovative solutions such as automated check-in systems. Online presence optimization, including a well-designed, mobile-responsive website with high-quality images and virtual tours, is crucial. SEO improvement and social media engagement are essential for increased visibility and bookings. Efficient booking software, guest communication automation, and streamlined check-in/check-out processes enhance operational efficiency and guest experience. Personalized services, local guides and tips, and exceptional customer service are key to guest satisfaction and reputation enhancement. Implementing technology and personalized experiences can lead to higher occupancy rates, profitability, and industry leadership.
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“Brand, ecco perché sì”: intervista a Sara Digiesi, ceo di BWH Hotels Italia e Malta

📌 BWH Hotels Italia e Malta boasts 170 hotels across 100 destinations, ending 2023 with a revenue of €365 million, 4.5 million guest presences, and 3 million roomnights. The group is experiencing growth in 2024, with new affiliations adding to its portfolio. CEO Sara Digiesi represents BWH globally on sustainability councils and confirms the brand aids hotels with distribution, sales, positioning, and enhancing guest experiences. BWH innovates with services like Amazon Alexa partnerships in seven hotels and aims to certify 40 hotels sustainably by year-end.
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