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Read up on what’s new at arrivia. Get insights on ways to grow your business or expand your membership or customer loyalty program, using travel rewards.

Insights 10/08/2024
Engaging Customers with Premium and VIP Loyalty Programs
Transform your customer loyalty approach by celebrating high-value clients with premium and VIP loyalty programs. Roll out the proverbial red carpet with a carefully curated mix of unique rewards and exclusive experiences that make your customers feel truly valued. This hyper-personalized approach not only elevates their experience but also strengthens their emotional ties to your...
Bangkok, Thailand, where the 2024 Loyalty and Awards will be held.
Events 09/16/2024
Arrivia Joins Industry Leaders at Loyalty & Awards Conference 2024
Arrivia is attending the Loyalty & Awards Conference 2024 from October 28-30 at the Pullman Bangkok King Power in Thailand. This event brings together travel loyalty experts and decision-makers from over 80 companies, offering a unique platform to discuss the latest trends and innovations in loyalty. Patrick Young, Senior Vice President of Strategic Business Development,...
rise of ai aided trip planning
Reports & Surveys 09/11/2024
Arrivia’s Consumer Survey… Beyond the Hype: The Rise of AI-Aided Trip Planning
We invite you to we explore the findings from our recent consumer survey on the role of AI in travel. ...
booking a buy now pay later travel on a mobile device
Insights 09/04/2024
Benefits of Adding Split Payments & Buy Now/Pay Later to Travel Portals
Amongst a whirlwind of rapidly evolving travel industry trends, flexible payment options like buy now/pay later (BNPL) and split payments have revolutionized how consumers book their trips — and manage their finances. As consumers seek new ways to balance travel budgets, buy now pay later options have emerged as a popular solution, allowing travelers to...
Reviewing CRM data and loyalty program strategies for better customer retention.
Insights 08/23/2024
Leveraging CRMs for Loyalty Programs
Connection is a powerful loyalty driver. When consumers feel connected to a brand, more than half (57%) will increase their spending, and 76% will buy from that business over a competitor. Forging connections has become the gateway to meaningful engagement, enhanced satisfaction, and long-term retention. The only question is, what’s the path to building strong...
Hotel receptionist providing efficient check-in for a guest.
Insights 08/23/2024
Hotel API for Search, Bookings, and Prices
1.9 billion. That’s how many global hotel guests are anticipated to check in annually by 2029. For context, that figure is equivalent to the total populations of North America, the United Kingdom, and the European Union combined. With the number of hotel guests only continuing to increase, industry professionals are seeking advanced solutions to simplify...
The vibrant cityscape of downtown Chicago, Illinois, hosting the Loyalty Summit 2024
Events 08/22/2024
Exploring AI-Driven Loyalty at Loyalty Summit 2024
Arrivia is proud to be a sponsor of this year’s Loyalty Summit, taking place from September 17-18 in Chicago, IL. This year’s theme, “The AI Revolution: Harnessing AI to Drive the Future of Customer Loyalty,” brings together loyalty leaders to explore the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence in redefining loyalty strategies. Arrivia executives Kevin Schneider,...
The stunning cityscape of New York City, hosting this year's Skift Global Forum.
Events 08/16/2024
Exploring Travel Innovations: Arrivia at Skift Global Forum 2024
Arrivia is attending the Skift Global Forum 2024, taking place from September 17-19 at The Glasshouse in New York City. This premier thought leadership conference brings together top CEOs and leaders from across the travel industry to discuss its future. From presentations by Skift researchers and analysts to insights from special travel industry guests, the...
ARDA learn about travel rewards
Events 08/14/2024
Learn About Travel Rewards and Loyalty Programs with ARDA and arrivia
In today’s competitive market, travel rewards and loyalty programs have become essential tools for businesses aiming to retain and delight...
The Rise of Bleisure in travel rewards whitepaper cover
Browse arrivia's Whitepapers 08/14/2024
Blending Business with Leisure: The Rise of ‘Bleisure’ in Travel Rewards
As the marketplace becomes increasingly competitive, standing out requires a corporate travel program that resonates with modern values, particularly work-life...
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News
Cruisepilot Relaunch: Members Earn Velocity Points On 40+ Cruise Itineraries Worldwide
SCOTTSDALE, AZ, AUGUST 13, 2024 — Velocity Frequent Flyer has partnered with arrivia, the world’s largest stand-alone travel loyalty provider,...
View out the window of Air India Flying Returns member, on a flight using reward points earned from cruise fares
News 08/13/2024
Air India Flying Returns Members Can Now Earn Reward Points On 40+ Cruise Lines Worldwide
GURUGRAM/SCOTTSDALE, AZ, AUGUST 13, 2024 — Air India, India’s leading global airline, and Arrivia, the world’s largest stand-alone travel loyalty...
A Happy Couple Conducts Landmark Search on Smart Phone in Paris, France
Insights 08/02/2024
Enhancing Travel Booking Engines with Search by Landmark
Travel trends are constantly shifting, but iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty or the Eiffel Tower? Those are stationary. That’s why today’s travel booking engine features are expanding to include landmark-based searches. Search by landmark booking engines also referred to as point-of-interest travel booking engines, give a new (and improved) definition to destination-driven travel....
A team of professionals discussing data on a laptop, focusing on turning loyalty data into insights.
Insights 08/01/2024
Turning Customer Loyalty Data into Actionable Insight
Unlocking the hidden power of customer loyalty data isn’t just about accessing the numbers and figures driving your business — it’s about decoding the actions of your customers, understanding their preferences, and predicting their next move. With the right loyalty program insights, you can forge lasting connections that not only boost long-term loyalty but also...
Traveler using AI-driven travel planning tools on a smartphone.
Insights 07/31/2024
4 Use Cases for AI in the Travel Industry
In Europe, the eDreams ODIGEO online travel company is collaborating with Google’s Bard. In North America, the Kayak travel search engine has been turbocharged with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Even global destination marketing organizations (DMOs) believe that artificial intelligence (AI) will have profound impacts on travel and tourism. The data doesn’t lie: AI use cases in travel...
Augmented reality in travel & tourism shown on a smartphone, highlighting city details.
Insights 07/30/2024
Integrating Augmented Reality in Travel Experiences
While artificial intelligence (AI) in tourism and hospitality has been a trending topic over recent months, there’s another two-letter acronym that’s taken the travel industry by storm: AR, short for augmented reality. Augmented reality is a growing technology that overlays digital information and imagery onto a user’s view of the real world for increasingly immersive...