Web Reservations International and Boo.com

In a previous post I mentioned a survey by Boo.com which prompted me to do a little more of my ow research into Boo.com and it’s parent company Web Reservations International. From what I can find through the WebResInt.com website, the company provides reservation services for 50,000 + accommodations providers around the world. Their business model is very interesting because they’re primary goal is to provide a non-gds distribution network for providers of all sizes including the small and independent providers. Needless to say, I am all for this type of network because it serves... Read more »

TripAdvisor launches social networking

I originally posted this item on my personal blog but I think it is more appropriate on this one since it is more travel technology oriented. A recent survey by boo.com found that over 70% of travelers who use the Internet for research depend on peer to peer reviews and recommendations. It is not surprising then that TripAdvisor is following suit and adding a social networking to their site. I would like to have seen them integrate more closely with Facebook or LinkedIn in order to leverage existing technology instead of adding yet another social networking site to the mix, but I understand... Read more »