from unauthorized use by third-party distributors (particularly, in the leisure segment). Recently, Skiplagged, the online platform that provides travelers discounted fares through the use of “hidden city” itineraries, decided to fight back against Southwest’s efforts by targeting the discounter. ("Flight Discounter Skiplagged Asks Federal Court to Tell Southwest Airlines to Back Off," Jvia Skift) (subscription may be required)įor some time now, Southwest Airlines has served as the gold standard for travel companies willing to protect their critical product and service content - fares, schedules, etc. Tensions Mount Over Access and Use of Southwest Airlines' Rates and Schedules (" aims to remove payment friction through creation of fintech unit," Jvia Phocus Wire)Īpparently, ’s much promoted facilitated payments platform may be just the beginning to the company’s payment aspirations. announced recently its plans to launch an independent fintech business to develop new products and services to help address the perceived challenges with cross-border and cross-currency transactions, while at the same time creating potential new revenue streams for. in its search results. According to Expedia Group, Vrbo is sourcing these guest room accommodations both through corporate, portfolio-wide agreements and individual property agreements. Hotels featured on the site can elect to have Vrbo collect payment in advance, or the hotels may collect payment directly from the guest. Does this officially signify the transition of vacation rental platforms to becoming just another online distribution channel (like all other distribution channels)? It isn’t clear. ("Vrbo Adds Hotels to Fill In Vacation Rental Gaps," Jvia Skift Travel News) (subscription may be required)įor several weeks now, we have included stories highlighting the mounting inventory shortages in vacation rentals. Travelers cannot seem to get enough of these unconventional (or maybe not so unconventional any more) accommodations. In an effort to address these shortages, particularly in high-demand resort markets, Expedia Group’s Vrbo is now featuring traditional hotel accommodations - Holiday Inn Express, La Quinta Inn & Suites, Extended Stay America, etc. Enjoy.Ĭontinued Inventory Shortages Cause Vrbo To Get Creative This week’s Update features details on two recently filed lawsuits - one by American Airlines against Sabre and the other against Southwest Airlines by airfare discounter, Skiplagged.
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