New Distribution Capability is an IATA standard that lets airlines sell through third parties with the same richness as on their own site. It allows personalized fares, seats and extras that the legacy GDS handled poorly. It aims to modernize airline distribution.
Example With NDC, an agency can offer the same bag and seat bundle a customer sees on the airline's own site.
A global distribution system is a network that connects travel agents with hotels, airlines and car rentals....
RevenueAncillary revenue is what a hotel or airline earns beyond its core sale. Baggage, seat selection, parking,...
DistributionAn allotment is a block of rooms the hotel holds for an intermediary or group under agreed terms. Tour...
DistributionA booking engine is the tool that lets guests book directly on the hotel's own website. It shows...
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