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Archive for June, 2009
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22 JUN 2009 |
Travel alternatives gain footing as economy slides
Posted in Blog, The Wire by AirPlus US Team
As economic woes push corporations to slash travel budgets in 2009, alternatives to travel gain higher profile. In the most recent survey conducted by AirPlus International, more than 190 travel professionals weighed in on their company’s current use of travel alternatives, from virtual conference technology to increased conference calls. While many companies have ancillary motives for offering technology solutions to reduce overall corporate travel – such as employee quality of life and CSR initiatives – the resounding message was that steep budget cuts are forcing travelers to find new modes of connecting to colleagues and clients.
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19 JUN 2009 |
Agent’s Corner: Combating the Recession with Chris Thelen
Posted in Industry Topics by AirPlus Editor
 Chris Thelen, CEO, Chambers Travel AirPlus talks with Chris Thelen, CEO and owner of Chambers Travel about the impact of the current economic climate on TMCs, new challenges that face the industry and what Chambers Travel looks forward to… A+: The current economic downturn saw a reduction in business travel. What are the main changes you have experienced as a result of the recession and do you see any positive outcomes? Read more
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