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Socialized Travel

Travel is integrated with social media for easier usage

Implications - Arguably the most important aspect of travel in the digital age is the social sharing that follows it. Taking this knowledge to heart, many brands have integrated an element of social media in their process, whether that means organizing their website to model a social network or using existing platforms. Social media has become a digital language of its own and the brands that leverage it correctly not only make things easier, but also make them seem more essential.
Workshop Question - What fresh new ways could you integrate social engagement into your business?
Trend Themes
1. Integration of Social Media and Travel - Travel brands are integrating social media into their websites and platforms to make things easier and more appealing for travelers.
2. Travel Planning Through Social Media - Travel campaigns and apps are using social media to help users plan their own trips and vacations.
3. Social Media and Airline Operations - Airlines are now using social media for flight updates and messaging with customers to streamline the boarding process.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Tourism - The travel industry is at the forefront of integrating social media into their offerings and finding new ways to enhance the travel experience for customers.
2. Digital Marketing - Social media has become an important element in digital marketing campaigns with the integration of branded hashtags and travel planning services.
3. Transportation and Logistics - Social media usage has also increased in the airline industry with the use of messaging platforms and digital boarding passes.
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Featured Examples

Social Media Travel Planners
Social Media Travel Planners
This Service Lets Users Choose Activities Based on Instagram Photos
‘Travel Alberta’ recently launched a new campaign that allows users to choose activities for their vacation based on photos they find on Instagram. Most people know the feeling of... MORE
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The Plane App Helps You Connect with New People with Less Awkwardness
The Plane app is specifically designed to help you with social icebreakers. The mobile app for iOS devices helps you “connect with new people in new places,” making it ideal for... MORE
Social Tourism Sites
Social Tourism Sites
British Columbia's 'BC Explorer' Site Collects #ExploreBC Instagram Posts
There are millions of posts that are collected on Instagram using the #ExploreBC hashtag. In order to help locals and tourists alike discover even more of the beauty of British Columbia, Canada, the &... MORE
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This Airline Now Uses Facebook Messenger to Send Flight Updates
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines recently announced that passengers will now have the option to receive flight updates via Facebook Messenger. With more airlines using apps to streamline the boarding process,... MORE
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Social Travel Extensions
momoondo's ClickTwo Travel Increases the Ease of Online Travel Booking
momondo first rocked the travel industry with a with a personality-based adventure app, and now it continues to make online travel booking effortless and fun with an extension called ClickTwo Travel.... MORE
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Vacatia Lets Users Book Resort Residences Across the US
Inspired by Airbnb’s sharing economy business model, Vacatia is a travel booking platform that caters to large family units. The familial vacation website connects users to large resort-style... MORE

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