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Time for our February rewind! ? What was your favorite moment from this month? CNN Japan ???? At CNN Experience Japan, Michael Dykes (VP of Market Management APAC) joined a panel with Japan Tourism and Japan Airlines executives, moderated by CNN’s Richard Quest, to discuss tourism and emerging market opportunities. Market Trends ?? The Singapore office was buzzing after a partner event hosted by our APAC leaders. It was a great opportunity to share key insights and discuss Singapore’s market outlook, and its evolving traveler demands. Code 2 College Recognition ?? Congratulations to Katrina Gamble (Sr. Escalations Specialist) who won the Black Community Leadership Champion Award, as part of the Code2College IDEA Awards. Inspirational! Dublin Visit ???? TPM Leadership team landed in Dublin for some face-to-face connections. During the trip they had valuable conversations around reinforcing areas of opportunities, leaving them feeling energized and inspired for the road ahead. Geneva Tech AMA ?? CTO Ramana Thumu visited our Geneva office and took part in a variety of sessions, including an office tour, meetings with Tech Leads, a lunch with local employees and an insightful AMA session. Shao & Shiyi in India ???? Shiyi Pickrell, Ph.D. (SVP, Data & AI) and Shao X. (VP, Data Platform & Products) visited Bangalore and Gurgaon to meet with data and analytics teams and host several fireside chats. Q&A ??♀? The Market Management team in Scotland hosted a Perthshire Partner Event with the Pitlochry Festival Theatre, led by Artistic Director Alan Cumming. Alan joined our Expedians for a Q&A with local hotel partners. Breeze Airways ?? We’re excited to partner with Breeze Airways? for hotel and package offerings. This month, we kicked off the partnership with a collaborative API workshop. Off to a flying start! Hilton Partnership ?? It was a strong start to the quarter for our team in Amman, who expanded their partnership with Hilton Jordan, and hosted a productive workshop focused on market insights. Valentine’s Day ?? Love was in the air at EG Dubai. Folks in the office gathered together to have valentine-themed cookies and cupcakes. #LifeAtExpediaGroup

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We’ve got a partnership announcement you're going to LOVE! ?????? ? In a travel industry first, Southwest Airlines is teaming up with an OTA (hint: it’s us ??) to unlock a new booking experience for millions of travelers. Wanna check out more? https://lnkd.in/gCCiezHh

Join us at ITB Berlin for industry-leading discussions that will define the next era of travel. Expedia Group is proud to be part of the conversation with five dynamic leaders on stage who will share insights on technology, innovation, inclusivity, and the evolving travel landscape. Don’t miss the insights, and we’ll see you in Berlin! https://bit.ly/4hTR62K

At Expedia Group, we believe everyone should experience the joy of travel and its unique ability to transform people’s lives. That’s why we’re proud to support organizations like Boyz N The Wood through Expedia’s Made to Travel Fund. Boyz N The Wood is dedicated to creating immersive experiences for Black men that foster brotherhood, strengthen mental health and well-being, and support personal growth. Discover how we're bringing travel within reach for everyone: https://bit.ly/4gL0uEx #MadeToTravel

Christopher Jones, Employee Communications Manager, recently returned from an incredible trip to Scotland, a part of the world that felt completely different from his home in Texas. He enjoyed discovering a country that was never on his radar and fell in love with the welcoming atmosphere and friendly locals. Chris’s top tips: ?? Visit the National Museum of Scotland ??? Enjoy delicious meals at Dishoom, The Witchery, and Timberyard ?? Stroll along the Royal Mile ? Indulge in high tea ??? Explore the world-renowned tweed shops #EGoutofoffice #LifeAtExpediaGroup

A strong support system helps you show up for the people who matter most. That’s why we offer caregiver benefits like 1:1 support with the Cleo app and caregiver leave. See how these benefits help Expedians thrive at work and home: https://lnkd.in/gVgykiSE #LifeAtExpediaGroup

Olivia Wiley's new role at Expedia Group is a testament to the power of connection, and it all started at AFROTECH 2024. From networking with Expedians at our booth to focusing on process improvement at EG, Olivia is eager to share her passion for travel and innovation with everyone. ?? https://bit.ly/3X3OM0Y #LifeAtExpediaGroup #AfroTech24

We're thrilled to feature the Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance (Blacks in Travel & Tourism), a recipient of the Expedia Made to Travel? Fund, created in support of travel's transformative nature and ability to serve as an economic driver for many communities. CHEA envisions a world where small BIPOC businesses can fully participate and profit in the global travel and tourism industry. Find out more about how they’re fostering cultural stewardship and sustainable tourism: https://bit.ly/412OsR6 #MadeToTravel

Our partnership with Quill makes it easier than ever for customers to turn their Quill Rewards points into unforgettable travel experiences. As Carolina Cabero Manrique, SVP of Private Label Solutions at Expedia Group, says, “Travel rewards are increasingly one of the most sought-after offerings to loyalty programs because they create powerful emotional connections, and we’re looking forward to creating more travel memories for those who use Quill Travel.” ?? Start exploring for details,?https://lnkd.in/eXgaNY-s