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1 Global Distribution System Email us at: contact@travelopro.com

2  A global distribution system (GDS) is a computerized network that is utilize to facilitate the booking of travel services, like airline tickets, hotel rooms, car rentals, and other travel-related services. These systems are typically used by travel agents and other travel industry professionals to access a wide range of travel options and make reservations on behalf of their customers.global distribution system  GDS, a global distribution system, is well-known in the travel industry as the medium that permits people worldwide to make their travel arrangements effortlessly (without any overlaps).  A Global Distribution System (GDS) is a digital network connecting the different service providers in the travel and hospitality industries, such as airlines and hotels, with travel agencies. In simpler terms, and in the context of hospitality, it is the middleman between a travel agent and a property’s central reservation system.  While the GDS does not actually hold any inventory, it provides travel agents with an overview of the rates and inventory for a given hotel in real time – using the GDS, travel agents can observe the room types, rates, and restrictions.  Travel agents are able to create bookings directly, in addition, and the GDS transfers the reservation information from the agency’s system to the property’s central reservation system and removes that room from the property’s available inventory.

3 How does GDS Work?  A GDS is a privately owned network that permits travel service providers (mainly airlines, hotels, and car rental firms) and travel agencies to conduct automated transactions.  Through its computer network system, the global distribution system can help service providers and travel agencies in connecting with one another.  An in-situ system contains data such as the number of cars and rooms to help service providers in providing their services to travel agencies.  Furthermore, the various international airlines are connected to specific GDS, despite the fact that the inventory has access to all major GDS (Amadeus, Galileo, and Sabre).Amadeus  This is because airlines and other travel products are available all over the world 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

4 What are the major GDS software?  Amadeus GDS- Amadeus has been operating for over 30 years, building critical solutions to assist airlines, hotels, railways, travel agencies, tour operators and more to run their business and improve the travel experience.  Sabre GDS- Sabre is a leading technology and data-driven solutions provider assist airlines, hotels and travel agencies increase their businesses and transform the traveller experience on a global level.  Travelport GDS- Travelport has the smallest market share out of the ‘big three’ GDS companies and comprises the Apollo, Worldspan and Galileo global distribution systems (GDS).Galileo global distribution systems  Galileo GDS- Due to the high market penetration of the Sabre and Apollo systems, owned by American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively, Worldspan and Galileo were created by European airline groups in an attempt to gain market share in the computer reservation system market.  Worldspan GDS- Worldspan is part of the Travelport GDS platform, and is a technology leader in web- based travel eCommerce, offering solutions for all facets of travel business online. As a leading GDS, Worldspan provides travel distribution, technologies and services for thousands of travel companies globally including travel agencies, corporations, providers and websites.Travelport GDS  Apollo GDS- As a leading GDS, Apollo delivers global travel distribution, technologies and services for thousands of travel companies, comprises travel agencies, supplies and corporations, as well as travel websites.

5 Why is GDS important to the travel industry? Just like every other industry, the travel industry also depends on the smooth flow of data in real- time. Here’s how GDS makes a difference in the travel industry.  The system works as an exception central repository to access and exchange travel knowledge, compare, buy, and formalize travel bookings.  It is a global and online system always available to travel agencies and other users. It provides a global platform for agents to establish their presence.travel agencies  Since the system combines and offers a range of products and services, rates, and booking options for airlines, hotels, and other travel mediums, it allows agents to provide a complete travel package.  GDS is gradually showing acceptance among corporate and leisure travelers, helping to expand the market  GDS has contributed immensely to improving the traveler’s (business or leisure) experience.

6 Features of Global Distribution System  Coverage – Increase your exposure to tour operators and tourists through the proactive marketing of travel agencies, organizations and business accounts. The most popular way to book consortia and negotiate company pricing.  24 x7 – Accept bookings from travel agents all over the world.  Market Reach Online – An effective and easy method of marketing your hotel on the Internet. Travel businesses and websites frequently use it.  Little Maintenance is Required – The data provided to your hotel chain’s or representation company’s central reservation system is automatically copied to the GDS.central reservation system  Enhance Coverage – Increase your reach to corporate and leisure travellers with special programmes such as GREATRATETM for year-round bookings, REST & JETTM for airport hotels, and LATEGETAWAYSTM for last-minute reservations.  Online Distribution Strategy – Increasing market share by making your products available to new online distribution channels.

7 Benefits of Global Distribution System  The Global Distribution System (GDS) is commonly utilized to broaden market reach. Through B2B, B2C, B2E, and B2B2C websites, a single global travel distribution system is linked.  Consumers’ travel buying experiences and convenience have substantially improved thanks to online travel agents (OTAs), which have also increased pricing transparency. online travel agents  GDS is extremely effective at attracting international travellers. For that reason, GDS is increasing annually among travel agents at an exponential rate.  The global distribution system serves as the foundation for reaching out to corporate clients all over the world.  Direct marketing efforts for market penetration.  The use of global distribution systems is increasing among both business and leisure travellers.  GDS has the distinct advantage of being able to provide your guests the greatest rates that no other system can. You can provide your customers with packages which include a hotel stay, plane transport and car hire.  Travel agents can take advantage of a global platform with a large market share.  The GDS investment is a smart choice. The system puts your vacation booking services and inventory in front of a large number of clients without affecting your marketing budget.

8 Why Choose Travelopro for GDS System Development?  We're a dynamic group of experts with quick thinking. The first global consolidation of aviation we trust in advertising a culture that advertise technological innovation, and creativity.  Travelopro provides a white-label solution with suppliers from over 100 countries and airfare inventory from over 20 airlines. Web API services pre-integrated booking engines and a B2B booking portal.white-label solution  We collaborate with our customers to develop new ideas and get the best results possible.  We are dedicated to helping our customers improve end-traveler engagement and create new, superior travel experiences.  Travelopro is a recognized leader in the travel industry, with ground-breaking technology that continues to develop the airline commerce and distribution landscape.  Travelopro is build-up of professionals in system analysis and design, as well as system architectures and modeling. Development and coding, testing and implementation, and a variation of other features.

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