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Travel companies operating in Canada complicit in Taiji dolphin hunts, new report reveals

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Meat, Smile, Federation, WestJet, Expedia, Travel, Tourism, Trauma, Sunwing Airlines, Sale, Air Canada, Dolphin, GetYourGuide, World Animal Protection, Matlow, Whaling

The annual dolphin hunt, off the coast of Taiji, Japan has received worldwide condemnation for the cruelty it causes.

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  • The annual dolphin hunt, off the coast of Taiji, Japan has received worldwide condemnation for the cruelty it causes.
  • After World Animal Protection Canada's urging, the federal government and several Canadian travel companies have shown leadership in ending the dolphin entertainment industry.
  • Canadian airline vacation companies Air Transat, Air Canada, WestJet and Sunwing committed to phase out their sale and promotion of captive dolphin venues globally.
  • The full report, Waves of Profit: How the Tourism Industry Profits from the Taiji Dolphin Hunts can be found here.

Expedia Group Announces Jochen Koedijk as Chief Marketing Officer and Brad Bentley as Chief Operations Officer of Consumer Business as Jon Gieselman Departs

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Koedijk, Growth, Expedia Group, Expedia, B2C, Marketing, Investment, Machine learning, Management

Going forward, Brad Bentley will oversee the consumer business as Chief Operations Officer and Jochen Koedijk will lead marketing as Chief Marketing Officer, both reporting directly to incoming CEO Ariane Gorin.

Key Points: 
  • Going forward, Brad Bentley will oversee the consumer business as Chief Operations Officer and Jochen Koedijk will lead marketing as Chief Marketing Officer, both reporting directly to incoming CEO Ariane Gorin.
  • "Jon is a visionary leader in consumer marketing and is leaving our consumer brands in a great position for the future."
  • "With Brad and Jochen, we have two excellent internal leaders to drive the future of our consumer business," said Ariane Gorin, incoming CEO of Expedia Group.
  • Brad Bentley, who has been with Expedia Group for a year and a half, spearheaded efforts to streamline the operations of Expedia Group's B2C business.

Lights, Camera, Britain! Transport Yourself into Your Favorite Films & TV Shows

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Steps, Season, Gentleman, Grantley Hall, Travel, History, Blacksmith, Hampton Court Palace, Duke, Amy, Television, Primrose Hill, Doctor, Outlander, Invisibility, Back to Black, Hatfield House, Tourism, Harry Potter, Fitzroy Square, Royal Mile, Doctor Who, Invisible Cities, The Gentlemen (2019 film), Ted Lasso, National Museum Cardiff, VisitBritain, Valley Railway, Bamburgh Castle, The Fast Show, Ronnie Scott, Metropolis Group, Culture, Edinburgh Castle, Netflix, Walking, Great Britain, Expedia, Wales Coast Path, Royal Crescent, Life, Sensation, Multimedia, Camden Market, Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, Amy Winehouse

Visit Grassmarket and walk up the Vennel Steps, where Dexter chases down Emma, for an incredible view of Edinburgh Castle .

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Cloud Native Computing Foundation Announces CERN as the Top End User Award Winner

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Cloud, Online, CERN, Prometheus, Culture, Organization, Google Summer of Code, Cloud Native Computing Foundation, TAB, Expedia, Knowledge, HPC, Research, Software, Computation, CNCF, Ecosystem, Harbor, Cryptocurrency

PARIS, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe -- The Cloud Native Computing Foundation® (CNCF®), which builds sustainable ecosystems for cloud native software, today announced that CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research and one of the world's largest and most respected centers for scientific research, has been awarded the CNCF Top End User Award. Two times a year, CNCF recognizes the significant contributions made by CNCF End User members across the cloud native ecosystem.

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  • During KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe, research leader CERN is recognized as an exceptional end user of cloud native technologies
    PARIS, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe -- The Cloud Native Computing Foundation ® (CNCF®), which builds sustainable ecosystems for cloud native software, today announced that CERN , the European Organization for Nuclear Research and one of the world's largest and most respected centers for scientific research, has been awarded the CNCF Top End User Award .
  • Two times a year, CNCF recognizes the significant contributions made by CNCF End User members across the cloud native ecosystem.
  • Since 2020, CERN has been a CNCF end user member and has been significantly involved in the cloud native community.
  • At the core of its cloud native strategy lies Kubernetes, which allows the orchestration of containerized workloads across CERN's infrastructure.

EXPEDIA GROUP APPOINTS ALFONSO PAREDES AS PRESIDENT OF PRIVATE LABEL SOLUTIONS AND GREG SCHULZE AS PRESIDENT OF TRAVEL PARTNERS AND MEDIA

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Expedia Group, Travel, Traveloka, Growth, Business, Expedia

SEATTLE, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) today announced the appointment of Alfonso Paredes as President of Private Label Solutions and Greg Schulze as President of Travel Partners and Media, creating two new operating divisions within the Company.

Key Points: 
  • Following the succession from Peter Kern to Ariane Gorin, Expedia Group taps two long-time Expedia veterans to lead newly formed operating divisions
    SEATTLE, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) today announced the appointment of Alfonso Paredes as President of Private Label Solutions and Greg Schulze as President of Travel Partners and Media, creating two new operating divisions within the Company.
  • Ariane Gorin, current Expedia for Business president, scheduled to take over as CEO of Expedia Group in May, said, "Alfonso and Greg are proven leaders with global experience and deep travel partner relationships across the industry.
  • Greg Schulze brings nearly 20 years of global experience with Expedia Group and serves as a board member of the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board and Traveloka.
  • Greg Schulze commented, "I am thrilled to lead the Travel Partners and Media division.

WEX Elects Aimee Cardwell, Former Executive Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer of UnitedHealth Group, to its Board of Directors

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Monday, December 11, 2023
Technology, Payments, Finance, Security, Fintech, Electronic Commerce, Professional Services, Software, Data Management, Other Professional Services, EBay, NYSE, Audit committee, UnitedHealth Group, WEX, Chief information security officer, American Express, Health, IA Financial Group, Management, Expedia

Ms. Cardwell, who brings over 20 years of leadership experience, has held senior positions at companies across the payments and health spaces, most recently as the Chief Information Security Officer at UnitedHealth Group.

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  • Ms. Cardwell, who brings over 20 years of leadership experience, has held senior positions at companies across the payments and health spaces, most recently as the Chief Information Security Officer at UnitedHealth Group.
  • “We are excited to welcome Aimee to the WEX Board,” said Melissa Smith, WEX’s Chair, CEO, and President.
  • Prior to that, she was the Chief Information Officer at Optum Financial and held senior positions at American Express, eBay, and Expedia.
  • Ms. Cardwell will serve on the Audit Committee and the Technology and Cybersecurity Committee of the Board.

Global Buy Now Pay Later Business Databook 2023: BNPL Payments are Expected to Grow by 21.7% to Reach $527.9 Billion in 2023 - Forecasts to 2028 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Professional Services, Payments, Online Retail, Retail, Technology, Finance, Curve, B2B, Tourism, BNPL, Product analysis, Fintech, European, Tabby cat, Business model, Dubai Festival City Mall, Credit Suisse, Partnership, Growth, Atome, Walmart, COVID-19, Visa, Riverfront Festival Plaza, Travel, Online shopping, Video game, Marketing, Expedia

Global BNPL payments are expected to grow by 21.7% on an annual basis to reach US$527.9 billion in 2023.

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  • Global BNPL payments are expected to grow by 21.7% on an annual basis to reach US$527.9 billion in 2023.
  • BNPL payment adoption is expected to grow steadily over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 12.7% during 2023-2028.
  • The Global BNPL Gross Merchandise Value will increase from US$433.7 billion in 2022 to reach US$960.6 billion by 2028.
  • Global BNPL Payment industry has recorded strong growth over the last four quarters, supported by increased ecommerce penetration.

Malaysia Ecommerce Market Databook 2023: Market is Expected to Grow by 12.55% this Year to Reach $13.3 Billion in 2023 - Forecasts to 2027

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Saturday, December 16, 2023
Online, Drawing, EBay, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, Amazon, Firefly, Beauty, Consumer, Electronics, Air travel, Book, KPI-driven code analysis, Platform, Entertainment, Foodservice, Semiotics of music videos, City, Travel, WWE 2K17, Foodpanda, Health, Wellness, Clothing, Volume, Health care, Retail, Online shopping, Video game, Expedia, Hospitality, E-commerce

The Ecommerce is expected to grow steadily over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 10.27% during 2023-2027.

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  • The Ecommerce is expected to grow steadily over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 10.27% during 2023-2027.
  • The Ecommerce gross merchandise value in the country will increase from US$11.8 billion in 2022 to reach US$19.7 billion by 2027.
  • This report provides a detailed data centric analysis of Ecommerce market dynamics, covering over 100 KPIs in Malaysia.
  • In-depth Understanding of Ecommerce Market Dynamics: Understand market opportunities and key trends along with forecast (2018-2027).

Marriott International's Caribbean Properties Plan for 2024 Travel Trends

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
Island, Gen, ATV, Aloe vera, Curaçao, Marriott International, Resort, Generation Z, Hato Caves, Travel, Tourism, Hotel, Homayoun Reza Atardi, Expedia

PLANTATION, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International's Caribbean properties constantly evolve to keep up with relevant trends and traveler needs. As 2024 trends emerge, properties are excited to share how their unique experiences and offerings align with visitor needs. These programs expand the brand's reach and connection to newer audiences, including Gen Z whose influence in the industry continues to grow.

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  • PLANTATION, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International's Caribbean properties constantly evolve to keep up with relevant trends and traveler needs.
  • As 2024 trends emerge, properties are excited to share how their unique experiences and offerings align with visitor needs.
  • Marriott International provides unique programs across properties to bring the two together before tying the knot.
  • In Expedia's 2024 travel trend report, Curacao is described as an affordable alternative to other islands.

NAME A MOOSE AFTER YOUR MOM? YES, YOU CANADA

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Gimli, Destination Canada, St-Viateur Bagel, Canadiana, Banff, Banff Springs Hotel, Part, Greek National Tourism Organization, Culture, Ice, Golf, Partnership, Container, Family, Travel, Tourism, Expedia

SEATTLE, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This holiday season, why not give the gift of a lifetime by naming a pond hockey team, a limited-edition craft brew or a moose after someone you love? Travelers can name each of these things and more starting on December 14, 2023, at 9 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, when Expedia® will release 13 one-of-a-kind offerings that will have people racing to discover — and name — a unique piece of Canadian culture, including a real, live moose living at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve.

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  • Each of these nameable items are iconically Canadian and completely one of a kind."
  • By visiting the hub, U.S. travelers will uncover hidden gems, local businesses, incredible places to stay, and experiences that can only be found in Canada.
  • Name a piece of Canada starting at 9 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on December 14, 2023.
  • In addition to the nameable items, the site features travel inspiration and custom curated packages to help travelers plan an epic trip to Canada.