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Never-Ending Summer: KOHO Celebrates No FX Fees Until Fall and Up to 6% Cashback With New Travel Partners

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Tuesday, August 13, 2019
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The FinTech company is also proud to be teaming up with Booking.com and Sunwing to bring users more travel perks.

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  • The FinTech company is also proud to be teaming up with Booking.com and Sunwing to bring users more travel perks.
  • Beginning next week, KOHO users can earn up to 6% cashback on their wanderlust when they book with these partners.
  • Earn 3% cashback when you book accommodations with Booking.com through the KOHO app or 6% if youre a KOHO Premium user.
  • With Sunwing, youll earn 3% cashback on any travel when you use your KOHO card on sunwing.ca.

American Express and Newly-acquired Resy Unveil New Culinary Collaborations Kicking off in August

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019
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Today, American Express (NYSE: AXP) announced that they have completed their acquisition of Resy, a restaurant reservation booking and management platform.

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  • Today, American Express (NYSE: AXP) announced that they have completed their acquisition of Resy, a restaurant reservation booking and management platform.
  • We are excited to have the Resy team as part of the American Express family, said Chris Cracchiolo, Senior Vice President, Global Loyalty and Benefits, American Express.
  • "American Express has always been a powerhouse in the dining space and we know American Express Card Members are passionate about great food.
  • Leveraging American Express Membership Rewards program, American Express and Resy have developed a limited time offer that rewards eligible Card Members for booking reservations and dining out via Resy at top restaurants across the U.S.

Booking Holdings to Webcast Second Quarter 2019 Financial Results on August 7

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Monday, July 29, 2019
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NORWALK, Conn., July 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Booking Holdings(Nasdaq: BKNG)announcedtoday that it intends to hold a conferencecallto discuss its second quarter 2019 financial results onWednesday, August 7at4:30 p.m.

Key Points: 
  • NORWALK, Conn., July 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Booking Holdings(Nasdaq: BKNG)announcedtoday that it intends to hold a conferencecallto discuss its second quarter 2019 financial results onWednesday, August 7at4:30 p.m.
  • ET.
  • The event will be webcasted live at ir.bookingholdings.com and the audio will be available for replay on the website for seven days thereafter.
  • Booking Holdingswill post areleasecontaining its second quarter 2019 financial results on the company's Investor Relations website ir.bookingholdings.com at approximately4:00 p.m. ETonWednesday, August 7.

Booking Holdings Announces Leadership Transition At Booking.com

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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
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NORWALK, Conn., June 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Booking Holdings today announced that Gillian Tans has been appointed to the role of Chairwoman of Booking.com and Glenn Fogel, CEO of Booking Holdings, will take on an expanded role that includes CEO of Booking.com, effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • NORWALK, Conn., June 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Booking Holdings today announced that Gillian Tans has been appointed to the role of Chairwoman of Booking.com and Glenn Fogel, CEO of Booking Holdings, will take on an expanded role that includes CEO of Booking.com, effective immediately.
  • Fogel continued, "I am excited by the opportunity to guide our largest business and drive even more alignment across the Booking Holdings brands as we continue on our mission to help people experience the world.
  • The mission of Booking Holdings is to help people experience the world.
  • Part of Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), Booking.com now employs more than 17,500 employees in 190+ offices in 70 countries worldwide.

Yanolja raises $180M funding from GIC and Booking Holdings

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Wednesday, June 12, 2019
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Alongside its investment, Yanolja and Booking Holdings have entered into a strategic partnership and commercial agreement.

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  • Alongside its investment, Yanolja and Booking Holdings have entered into a strategic partnership and commercial agreement.
  • With the partnership, Booking Holdings' brand Agoda will have the ability to offer its customers Yanolja's unique hotel accommodations in South Korea, and Yanolja customers will be able to book accommodations across the globe powered by Agoda and other Booking Holdings' brands.
  • Yanolja quickly gained ground as the largest online travel platform in Korea surpassing $100 million in monthly transactions for the first time in the industry.
  • Yanolja has continued to show the value of its online booking platform for its customers with 20 million accumulated reservations for accommodation and leisure activity booking.

Women in Tech Feel the Industry is Closing Doors at the Recruitment Stage, Says Booking.com Research

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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
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Despite efforts to uplift the representation of women in the tech workforce, the research shows that challenges starting from the recruitment stage may be discouraging women from applying for tech roles at all.

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  • Despite efforts to uplift the representation of women in the tech workforce, the research shows that challenges starting from the recruitment stage may be discouraging women from applying for tech roles at all.
  • Seven in ten (70%) female undergraduate students, interested in a tech career, view gender bias during recruitment as a barrier for women to enter the tech industry.
  • Job descriptions are further isolating women from applying for roles within tech, both technical and non-technical ones, with just under half of women in the UK (48%) saying they aren't written with women in mind.
  • Part of Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), Booking.com now employs 17,500+ employees in 198 offices in 70 countries worldwide.

Booking Holdings Appoints Sue D'Emic as Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller

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Tuesday, May 14, 2019
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NORWALK, Conn., May 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) today announced the appointment ofSue D'Emic as Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., May 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) today announced the appointment ofSue D'Emic as Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller.
  • Ms. D'Emic joins Booking Holdings from Time Inc., where she most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • Ms. D'Emic will oversee Booking Holdings' Tax, External Reporting and Corporate Accounting teams.
  • She will report directly to David Goulden, Booking Holdings' Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President.

RedAwning Introduces Exclusive New Last-Minute Promotions Program for Property Managers

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Tuesday, May 7, 2019
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Property Managers marketing their properties on OTA channels through RedAwning can now fill vacancies by running last-minute promotions on Booking.com and Expedia.

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  • Property Managers marketing their properties on OTA channels through RedAwning can now fill vacancies by running last-minute promotions on Booking.com and Expedia.
  • Property managers working with RedAwning can now set up their last-minute promotion rules by month, and RedAwning does all the work to integrate these promotions and drive increased occupancy through Booking.com and Expedia.
  • "Running last minute promotions on Booking.com and Expedia is an extremely effective way to fill occupancy gaps but setup can be complex and time-consuming for individual property managers.
  • RedAwning also operates a number of exclusive vacation property booking websites, including Perfect Places, VaycayHero, TravelPro Rentals, and RedAwning.com.

Booking Holdings to Webcast First Quarter 2019 Financial Results on May 9

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
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NORWALK, Conn., May 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Booking Holdings(Nasdaq: BKNG)announcedtoday that it intends to hold a conferencecallto discuss its first quarter 2019 financial results on Thursday, May 9 at4:30 p.m.

Key Points: 
  • NORWALK, Conn., May 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Booking Holdings(Nasdaq: BKNG)announcedtoday that it intends to hold a conferencecallto discuss its first quarter 2019 financial results on Thursday, May 9 at4:30 p.m.
  • ET.
  • The event will be webcasted live at ir.bookingholdings.com and the audio will be available for replay on the website for seven days thereafter.
  • Booking Holdingswill post areleasecontaining its first quarter 2019 financial results on the company's Investor Relations website ir.bookingholdings.com at approximately4:00 p.m. ETon Thursday, May 9.

Booking.com Reveals Key Findings From Its 2019 Sustainable Travel Report

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Wednesday, April 17, 2019
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NEW YORK, April 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world gears up to mark Earth Day on April 22nd, Booking.com, one of the world's leading digital travel platforms, has released findings from its annual sustainable travel report for the fourth consecutive year.

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  • NEW YORK, April 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world gears up to mark Earth Day on April 22nd, Booking.com, one of the world's leading digital travel platforms, has released findings from its annual sustainable travel report for the fourth consecutive year.
  • Research reveals almost two thirds (66%) of U.S travelers believe that people need to act now and make sustainable travel choices to save the planet for future generations.
  • However, common barriers travelers face when making sustainable travel choices are:
    Although I do see options to travel more sustainably, other options tend to appeal more (41%)
    Travel companies have an important role to play, as the demand for sustainable stays is growing in popularity.
  • Part of Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), Booking.com now employs 17,500 employees in 200+ offices in 70 countries worldwide.