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History of Online Travel Industry
Oct 28th
Since the introduction of the Internet, we have become more dependent to it because we believe that it will make our lives easier.
With the beginning of a new era, the interface between reality and imagination has thinned.
We can find the smallest details, the most intense colors, the most controversial topics, the whole country, the whole continent, the whole world, and even the whole solar system in just a click of a button.
Internet is presently one of the easiest ways of getting and relaying information about different fields and interests. People became too dependent in the Internet that in every information that they want to learn, they would just turn on their computers, sit back and let their magical hands do the work. In just a matter of minutes, they already have gathered almost all the information they need.
We can not deny that the present development that we are experiencing is very useful. And because of internet, advertising has added its way of getting faster into people.
Before, an ad in a paper makes the phone ring. Now, marketing made a huge shift since the Internet became an everyday household tool.
The Internet allows any business, large or small, an equal playing field for the consumer dollar. Many small businesses with a great online presence are making waves across their respective industries.
An example is the booming of “online shopping”. Before, people will spend hours standing in stores to look for the things they want to buy. Now, if people would like to buy something, they would simply check online and buy the things they want through credit cards.
Another concrete example is the change on the customs of the “Travel Industry”. 
In the 70’s, online travel evolved with an integrated group of players ― airlines, Computer Reservations Systems, travel agents and credit card companies ― whose successes were interdependent. It means that if an airline sold a seat and made money, so did everyone else in the chain.
In the 70’s, online travel evolved with an integrated group of players ― airlines, Computer Reservations Systems, travel agents and credit card companies ― whose successes were interdependent. It means that if an airline sold a seat and made money, so did everyone else in the chain.But the beginning of online travel created new business models that changed the relationship among the key players. Instead of becoming more mutually dependent, they became autonomous and more competitive.
Airlines and hotel companies wanted to lessen their reliance on fees to travel agents and Computer Reservation Systems (CRS) operators by going directly to the consumers through their own Websites. The CRS operators responded to the cash flow threat by reducing their dependence on airline and agent transaction fees. The travel agents responded by building online stores for leisure and business travelers. Credit card companies formed alliances with hotels and airlines to keep clients’ loyalty and supplier acceptance. They integrated travel links into their online payment sites.
As a result, the present online travel bazaar is very competitive. But the tight competition did not become a hindrance for industries to keep on pushing through the World Wide Web.
Change and Progress
Yes, change is constant in every aspect of our lives. Introduction of new technology is one of those changes. Instead of being afraid, we should adjust, embrace the change, learn about it and make these new changes work for us.
Top 5 Travel Coupon Websites
Oct 1st
With the most of the world’s economy in recession, many people look for ways to save, if not cut their spending dramatically. So many products available that feasts the eyes, yet literally sucks your wallet dry. But it’s not always bad news for consumers. There are still ways to help budget your needs. Continue reading and you’ll see what we mean by the word “savings”. Scouring the web gives you many ideas how to save, some crazy, and too good to be true, but most are helpful to discerning consumers that want to make their wallet live longer.
If you are a travel type of person, travel coupons does not ring the
bell anymore, since the concept is already been around for quite
some time. The discounts that this company offers may be old, but
hey, we need all the money and savings that we can get, right? Now
it’s not clipping and cutting of those coupon anymore. Almost
everything is virtual; all you need is patience and a little of
resourcefulness.
Here are some helpful websites that will save you time and money as well. Here at VroomVroomVroom.com we always see that our customers are pampered. We searched these sites for your convenience. You can also see this in Google. Anyway here are the top 5 travel coupon sites:
RetailMeNot.com – This is so far the largest website in terms of coupons offered. They claim to be the leader on this field, but we’re not here to investigate that claim. But they are indeed giving multiple coupons for discounts at some of the major players in online travel in the likes of Expedia.com, Orbitz, Travelocity and Hotels.com. Coupons that include free rides in a bus company, car rental discount deals and a lot more. Some coupon even strips major percentage on saving for a hotel room.But what makes this website click is that they give warnings about their coupons; what actually works and what are unreliable.
CouponCraze.com – A major competitor of RetailMeNot.com,this site offers coupon not found on it’s rival. A clever marketing strategy. But this site is kind of tricky. Just give a visit if you are looking for more coupons and you can’t find it in RetailMeNot.com.
RoomSaver.com – This is kind of traditional way. To make your coupon valid from this site, they want you to download it and actually present the hard copy to the front desk of the hotel. This only goes for hotels but mind you, they have connections on major hotel names and give you real savings.
BroadwayBox.com – This site gives you discounts on theatre tickets in places even outside Broadway. Theatres in Vegas, London, England, Orlando and even New York City. And they are also planning to widen the reach to several key cities where these tours go.
Travelcouponguide.com- You may think that this is a typical coupon offering site. But if you are resourceful enough, you will see that they have a unique way of giving out coupons: they let you choose a guide, from which state you’re on! So wherever you may be, they have something for you. Go check it out!
These are just examples dear customers. As we always say, if you can give more, we definitely love to hear from you!
Your Car Rental Business Card is Crap
Sep 20th
I couldn't afford a hand model
No, I don’t really think your card is crap. If you have watched the “your business card is crap video” below, you’ll understand it’s just a laugh. I’ve never really had a business card to be proud of at networking events and travel conferences. Actually, I’ve rarely even had a business card at all. I don’t really see the importance of one. If someone needs a business card to remember you, then you aren’t memorable enough 
We didn’t like feeling like Patrick Bateman from American Psycho, so during our recent website redesign, David decided to redo the business cards at last. I found a bucket full of keys that were used for a publicity stunt years ago and thought we’d recycle them. The result is in the photo. Yes, I have a mongo finger. I couldn’t afford a hand model.
Your business card is crap!
As a side note, here’s an old video of someone who takes their business card VERY seriously. It’s titled “your business card is crap”. I’d love to do a re-enactment of this, if only I could do it with a straight face.
CSS Input Box Makeover
Aug 6th
He really loves people typing words into him but he doesn’t want to be sad anymore. CSS Input Box has been neglected for too long. His friends Bookmark, Banner and Background have been given the makeover treatment, while the trusty Input Box is doing most of the work. It’s time he deserves some tender loving care and he needs your help. This page shows you how.
Old Style Box
New Style White Box
HTML
<input type=text class=freshwhite>
CSS
input.freshwhite{
font-size:18px;
background: url(input-box-white387a.png) left center no-repeat;
height:43px;
width:451px;
border:0px;
padding-top:10px;
padding-bottom:3px;
padding-left:18px;
margin-right:15px;
outline: none;
}
input.freshwhite:hover{
background: url(input-box-white387b.png) transparent left center no-repeat;
}
input.freshwhite:focus{
background: url(input-box-white387a.png) transparent left center no-repeat;
}
IMAGES
copy these to the same folder as the CSS
New Style Blue Box
HTML
<input type=text class=freshblue>
CSS
input.freshblue{
font-size:18px;
background: url(input-box-blue339a.png) left center no-repeat;
height:43px;
width:451px;
border:0px;
padding-top:10px;
padding-bottom:3px;
padding-left:18px;
margin-right:15px;
outline: none;
}
input.freshblue:hover{
background: url(input-box-blue339b.png) transparent left center no-repeat;
}
input.freshblue:focus{
background: url(input-box-blue339a.png) transparent left center no-repeat;
}
IMAGES
copy these to the same folder as the CSS
