PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Rather than look back at the past 100 years, tour operator Collette appeared to be much more focused on the future at its centennial celebration event here, where a series of panel discussions on Thursday addressed the critical role technology is playing in the evolution of the travel industry.
The two-day event kicked off with a presentation by Todd Knapp, owner of Envision Technology Advisors, about why travel companies should be embracing bitcoin if they want to better protect their businesses and enhance the consumer experience. Travel Weekly editor in chief Arnie Weissmann then moderated a panel discussion about the future of travel distribution. Read more.