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Booking Holdings to Attend the 52nd Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference

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Thursday, May 9, 2024

NORWALK, Conn., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) today announced that Chief Executive Officer Glenn Fogel will be speaking at 52nd Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on May 20th at 02:30 pm ET.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) today announced that Chief Executive Officer Glenn Fogel will be speaking at 52nd Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on May 20th at 02:30 pm ET.
  • A live audio cast of the presentation will be available to the public at http://ir.bookingholdings.com .
  • A replay will be available for 30 days.

Summer 2024: the Season for Travel Savings with Cheap(er) Domestic and International Flights vs. 2023

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024

STAMFORD, Conn., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 travel forecast is looking sunny with a chance of savings. Despite increasing inflation, according to the latest internal data from KAYAK, the world's leading travel search engine, airfare is down 13% for domestic and 3% for international flights vs. 2023. To help travelers score a deal and figure out where to go, KAYAK's Travel Check- In: Summer 2024 report offers data-driven insights on top trending destinations, wallet-friendly hotspots, and summer holiday travel hacks.

Key Points: 
  • Despite increasing inflation, according to the latest internal data from KAYAK , the world's leading travel search engine, airfare is down 13% for domestic and 3% for international flights vs. 2023.
  • To help travelers score a deal and figure out where to go, KAYAK's Travel Check- In: Summer 2024 report offers data-driven insights on top trending destinations, wallet-friendly hotspots, and summer holiday travel hacks.
  • "This summer's trending destinations - places gaining more interest vs. last year - are ones we haven't seen 'pop' in years past.
  • "If you're considering an international trip this summer -  plan it for after July 4th to take advantage of lower airfares."

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES' RAPID REWARDS PROGRAM SOARS TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH THE ADDITION OF MORE FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS & HOTEL REDEMPTIONS

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Monday, May 6, 2024

Rapid Rewards Members and Rapid Rewards Business Members can now pay for flights with a combination of cash and points;

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  • Rapid Rewards Members and Rapid Rewards Business Members can now pay for flights with a combination of cash and points;
    Members can also redeem Rapid Rewards points, or use a combination of cash and points, on hotel bookings.
  • DALLAS, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today introduced Cash + Points,1 a new flexible payment option for Rapid Rewards®2 Members.
  • For the first time, Southwest Rapid Rewards® Members can now use a combination of points (starting with as few as 1,000 points) and other eligible forms of payment to purchase Southwest® flights on Southwest.com/cashpluspoints .
  • Southwest Airlines® is going the extra mile and is now offering its Rapid Rewards Members the ability to use their Rapid Rewards points for hotel stays on hotels.redeemrapidrewards.com powered by Rocket Travel by Agoda.

Booking Holdings to Make First Quarter 2024 Earnings Press Release Available on Company's Investor Relations Website on Thursday, May 2

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

NORWALK, Conn., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- First quarter 2024 financial results for Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) will be made available at approximately 4:00 p.m.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- First quarter 2024 financial results for Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) will be made available at approximately 4:00 p.m.
  • ET on Thursday, May 2 through a press release posted to the company's Investor Relations website: http://ir.bookingholdings.com .
  • Booking Holdings intends to hold a conference call on Thursday, May 2 at 4:30 p.m.
  • ET to discuss its first quarter 2024 financial results.

More is More this Mother's Day: OpenTable Reveals Moms May Dine Out Multiple Times (With and Without the Kids) and 62% of Diners Plan to Spend More vs. Last Year

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The mother of all dining days is upon us: Mother's Day was the biggest dining day of 2023 and the Saturday before (May 13) took the #2 spot,1 according to OpenTable data, pointing to festivities happening all weekend long. Research suggests the trend will continue this year as nearly a third (31%) of American moms being celebrated will consider dining out multiple times for the occasion. This includes without the kids: 31% of moms will consider dining out with friends, 21% will consider a date night sans kids and 10% may dine out solo.2

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  • R esearch suggests the trend will continue this year as nearly a third (31%) of American moms being celebrated will consider dining out multiple times for the occasion.
  • Big spenders revealed: 62% of respondents are planning to spend more at a restaurant, bar or cafe this Mother's Day than last year.
  • "Mother's Day festivities now include dining out multiple times all weekend long, and diners are planning to spend more than last year, with Gen Z more likely to splurge than any generation."
  • "  This year, the list spans 29 states and Washington D.C., with California seeing the largest share of restaurants (13) for the fourth year running.

Stay Expands Property Offering via Booking.com

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

This strategic partnership allows Stay to expand their global property portfolio to guests worldwide through the properties listed on the Booking.com platform.

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  • This strategic partnership allows Stay to expand their global property portfolio to guests worldwide through the properties listed on the Booking.com platform.
  • Stay will now feature over 28 million reported listings available on Booking.com, offering guests unparalleled access to diverse accommodation options including homes, hotels, villas, apartments, and more.
  • "Expanding our presence via Booking.com is a strategic move for Stay as we continue to enhance our offerings and reach a broader audience of travelers," said Scott McGillvary, Executive Chairman of Stay.
  • Stay prides itself on delivering exceptional customer service and unique accommodations tailored to meet the needs of modern travelers.

Latest Booking.com Sustainable Travel Data Reveals Ongoing Challenges for Canadian Consumers & Highlights the Opportunity for Cross-Industry Collaboration

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Monday, April 22, 2024

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  • TORONTO, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Booking.com releases new research, with insights gathered from more than 31,000 travellers across 34 countries and territories, exploring the latest consumer attitudes, priorities and influences related to sustainable travel, revealing:
    50% of Canadians feel travelling more sustainably is important, but not a primary consideration when planning or booking travel
    29% feel the damage already done is irreversible, and that the choices they make are not going to change that, while a quarter of Canadian travellers (26%) don't believe climate change is as severe as people make it out to be
    With 43% believing governments hold the most potential for countering economic impacts of travel, and 41% thinking travel service providers hold the key to counteracting the environmental factors, these new insights illuminate the need for increased collaboration to remedy nascent consumer feelings of powerlessness and ensure the continued prioritization of a more sustainable travel industry
    To learn more about this year's insights and the research methodology please visit News.booking.com or contact the Booking.com Canada Press Office; Annie Hennessey [email protected]

Latest Booking.com Sustainable Travel Data Reveals Ongoing Challenges for Americans & Highlights a Heightened Opportunity for Cross-Industry Collaboration

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Monday, April 22, 2024

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  • NEW YORK, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Booking.com releases new research, with insights gathered from more than 31,000 travelers across 34 countries and territories, exploring the latest consumer attitudes, priorities and influences related to sustainable travel, revealing:
    48% of Americans feel traveling more sustainably is important, but not a primary consideration when planning or booking travel
    One-fourth (26%) feel the damage already done is irreversible, and that the choices they make are not going to change that, while a quarter of travelers (25%) don't believe climate change is as severe as people make it out to be
    With 32% believing governments hold the most potential for countering economic impacts of travel, and 42% thinking travel service providers hold the key to counteracting the environmental factors, these new insights illuminate the need for increased collaboration to remedy nascent consumer feelings of powerlessness and ensure the continued prioritization of a more sustainable travel industry
    To learn more about this year's insights and the research methodology, please visit Booking.com global media room or contact the Booking.com US Press Office; [email protected] / Gerardo Tanaka [email protected]

Chris DeSaye, CTO of José Andrés Group, and Erick Williams, James Beard Award-Winning Chef, Join OpenTable's Advisory Board

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenTable, a leader in restaurant technology, today announces the appointment of Chris DeSaye, chief technology officer of José Andrés Group, and Chef Erick Williams, chef & owner of Chicago-based Virtue Hospitality Group, to its Advisory Board. As members, DeSaye and Williams will work closely with OpenTable's leadership team to provide strategic guidance in support of OpenTable's mission – helping restaurants thrive.

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  • DeSaye is a seasoned technology executive with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation among restaurant groups.
  • He currently serves as the CTO for the José Andrés Group, where he spearheads the technology strategy, innovation engine and support for the rapidly expanding global hospitality enterprise.
  • "With a strong investment in the art of hospitality, I'm honored to join OpenTable's Advisory Board," said Williams.
  • To learn more about the advisory board and members' favorite local restaurants, visit OpenTable's blog .

Booking Holdings to Webcast First Quarter 2024 Financial Results on May 2

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

NORWALK, Conn., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) announced today that it intends to hold a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, May 2 at 4:30 p.m.

Key Points: 
  • NORWALK, Conn., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) announced today that it intends to hold a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, May 2 at 4:30 p.m.
  • ET.
  • The event will be webcasted at ir.bookingholdings.com and the audio will be available for replay on the website for seven days thereafter.
  • Booking Holdings will post a release containing its first quarter 2024 financial results on the company's Investor Relations website, ir.bookingholdings.com , at approximately 4:00 p.m.