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Imagine a world where business travel is so advanced, it's simple. With our vision for The Perfect Trip, we're looking to elevate every step of the journey to make business travel smarter, streamlined, and more personalized. What will #ThePerfectTrip look like?   📅 Automated Bookings: Trips booked based on your individual calendar and meeting needs.  👥 Contextual Offers: Tailored options built just for you.  ✨ Superior Service: Concierge-level service available 24/7.  ✅ Automatic Expense Reconciliation: Say goodbye to tracking receipts. We invite you to join us in Pursuit of the Perfect Trip as we work with our partners at Spotnana, Center (getcenter.com) and TROOP on Avenir, a modern technology stack designed to transform the future of business travel. #WeAreDirect #BusinessTravel #Innovation

We'll be cheering on our VP of Technology Solutions, Brianna Conway from the sidelines!

⚡EV charging infrastructure is improving quickly, making it easier for business travelers to take advantage of this environmentally friendly option on the road. Many suppliers offer EV travel options, from rideshare companies to car rentals to hotels with charging stations. The landscape can be overwhelming, but a TMC can help you implement #EVAdoption (and other sustainable options) in your travel program to support your organization's environmental efforts. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eTgiD4cg #SustainableTravel #ChargingSolutions #EVInfrastructure #ElectricMobility #EVTravel

Did you know we deliver the latest business travel news directly to your inbox? News Brief is a bi-weekly round-up for all things corporate travel. Here are the most-clicked stories of the week: 💺Why Airplane Seats Must Be Upright for Takeoff and Landing 🛄How to Pack a Suitcase Like a Flight Attendant 💲U.S. Raises Fees for Trusted-Traveler Programs Read the latest edition and sign up for News Brief at the link in the comment section.

Digital security is a critical component of corporate duty of care. For October's #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, we're sharing how a TMC can help safeguard your business from travel program security risks. This includes: 🔐Preventing threats within your organization by introducing secure, integrated travel systems 🌐Mitigating risks your travelers may face on the road with real-time intelligence monitoring 💻Enhancing digital security to keep sensitive travel data safe and secure ▶️Protecting your business by updating travel policies and program best practices Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q02TlHB-0

We just wrapped up an amazing #DirectAccess: Focused Momentum conference at the Hilton Chicago! 🎉 Last week, more than 200 Direct Travel employees and independent travel professionals joined us for our second annual event. The conference combines development sessions and relationship building to help us educate and recognize the leisure travel advisors and teams that deliver personalized travel experiences for our clients. There were 72 unique travel partners in attendance for advisors to meet, as well as an awards gala dinner where we honored more than 130 advisors in our Sapphire, Diamond, and Ruby GEM categories. Thank you to all attendees, our host site at Hiltons of Chicago, and inspiring keynote speaker, Ron Tite! We’re excited for what’s next in the world of travel. See you next year for DA25! 🌎

We're especially thankful for our Canadian clients, partners, and colleagues. We hope you enjoy this holiday weekend with family and friends. Happy Thanksgiving from Direct Travel! #WeAreDirect #CanadianThanksgiving

Here's what you missed in the latest Avenir newsletter: - Deep dives into our Avenir partners Spotnana, Center (getcenter.com), and TROOP - A preview of our investment with Otto - A message from our CEO, Christal Bemont Sign up for the latest updates: https://hubs.ly/Q02SYVBC0

Considering a new travel program for 2025? Here are five important questions to ask when talking with TMCs: - Do they work with other companies like yours? - Do they support your employees fully as people, not just as travelers? - How do they use automation to amplify their level of service? - How can they contribute to your business objectives? - How do they assist with the transition? Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q02SS9380

What does AI mean for the future of travel? Mike Coletta, senior manager of research and innovation at Phocuswright says that "...AI can only move as fast as humans are able to move with it.” As we thoughtfully incorporate AI and related technology into our products, one company we're excited about in particular is our investment in Otto, a personal AI travel agent that's poised to take on the unmanaged business travel market in pursuit of #ThePerfectTrip. Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q02SGJV80