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Vessels boast luxury suites and facilities that are roped off to most passengers

What do Sabre, Orbitz, Starwood and RCI have in common? Tech-sense.

UK says a framework for aviation’s sustainable growth is needed urgently

Qantas prepares to cut capacity and jobs in an effort to minimise damage

Airlines and hotels are opting to charge fees for services of all kinds

InterContinental Hotels creating high-end brand with Chinese in mind

Four major hotel groups launching new tech-heavy brands in China and India

Sprawling MICE exhibition, seminars, networking and guaranteed appointments

Guests look for hotel rooms where they can unpack their digital suitcase

Radio frequency identification technology used to send barcodes

Air fares are on an upward trend and look set to hit an all-time high

Nordic Business Travel Barometer presents awards at TUR 2011 in Gothenburg

Consumer sentiment towards travel at its highest level in four years

Properties boost sales by directly targeting customers who like the brand

Passengers vent frustrations over crying babies and the overweight

Mobile technology is making an increasing impact on the airline industry

Employees allegedly criticise new safety video “starring” John Travolta

High oil prices and Japan earthquake expected to harm airline profits

Expert warns of dangerous neglect in international marketing

146-passenger river-cruise vessel brings new wow factor to river cruises