Google Trips to Shut Down, but Google’s Grasp on Travel Isn’t Going Away
Google Trips heads into the app graveyard on Aug. 5, but it’s really only a new beginning for Google to grow its vision in the online travel space. Read more here.
Did You Know? A Collection of 5 Survey Findings for Data Geeks Like Us
It’s irresistible! New (free) research findings from the likes of Expedia, Sojern, ADARA, Virtuoso, U.S. Travel Data Center, Pew Research and Travelzoo. Get all the details here.
New Tourism Destination is Outta This World
Just when you thought your competition for discretionary travel spend came from a neighboring state, look what just happened. The future sure is fascinating. Read more here.
Google and Facebook Data Collection is Under Fire
Nobody is surprised but who’s going to do something about it? A Republican senator plans to propose a “Do Not Track” bill that would let consumers block all websites from collecting unnecessary data. Read more here.
News From DMOs, a Call for eTSY Award Entries and 28 Jobs
A weekly roundup includes DMO news items and job openings from Visit Milwaukee to Visit Dallas and from Discover Los Angeles to Destination DC. Catch up here.
