Having started my career in the travel industry over 20 years ago, I’ve had the privilege of working across a diverse range of sectors – from advertising sales to hospitality – each offering unique insights into customer needs and expectations. This extensive experience has allowed me to build a broad skill set and deep understanding of how to deliver …
How the Travel Industry Has Changed Over 38 Years With Dp&L, by Corporate Travel Consultant, Karen Soutar.
This year marks my 38th year working in the travel industry – and with DP&L Travel too. Looking back over this time, I’ve seen firsthand how the way we manage and book travel has evolved. There have been many changes in all aspects of life. Hairstyles and fashion: from big hair and shoulder pads to today’s more casual look. Make-up, …
Where Technology Meets the Human Touch: Shaping the Future of Corporate Travel by Helen Wilson, Technology and Implementation Specialist.
As someone relatively new to the Travel Industry, it’s been fascinating to witness how technology is reshaping Corporate Travel. Coming from an industry with a long-established relationship with technology, where workforce experience and expertise have shaped every innovation, the contrast within the Travel Industry is striking. In many ways, travel is still in the early stages of integrating technology, frequently …
Why Book with a TMC? Thoughts and Insights from Our Manager, Caroline Runciman
Having worked in the travel industry for over 25 years, I can easily see the value of booking with a Travel Management Company (TMC) when travelling for business. But does everyone share the same view if they have been booking their own travel for years? After all, we all have access to websites where we can book flights, trains, …