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Booking.com Launches the First Instant Booking Travel App for Apple Watch
AMSTERDAM, April 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Booking.com, the world's number one accommodation site, today announces the launch of
the Booking Now app for the Apple Watch. Booking Now, which draws from Booking.com's vast
selection of over 625,000 properties in more than 75,000 unique destinations, is the first
and only travel app to enable users to book a stay directly from their Watch, and in just
one touch. Through the use of Apple's new pressure sensitive 'force touch' technology,
spontaneous travelers are now able to choose and book the nearest relevant hotel in one
simple gesture.
To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7504251-booking-travel-app-for-apple-watch
Through the app, travelers can also instantly manage key aspects of their reservation
with the new 'glances' feature of the Apple Watch via a simple swipe. Other features
include the ability for spontaneous travelers to save the location of their chosen
property, as well as turn-by-turn navigation to direct them quickly to the accommodation.
Travelers will never forget their hotel room number again as the watch will save this for
the duration of their stay. It also allows them to rate their overall check-in experience.
"At Booking.com, we're dedicated to empowering travelers to simply search and book an
accommodation that's just right for them, no matter which screen or device. Bringing
Booking Now to the Apple Watch is the next chapter in our relentless commitment to
innovation. By integrating cutting- edge technologies we are able to streamline the
booking process even further which allows users to secure the right accommodation with
ultimate ease.'' said Stuart Frisby, Principal Designer at Booking.com.
He continues: "The Booking Now app for the Apple Watch is designed to meet today's
growing preference for on-demand and instantaneous travel while offering a simple and
tailored experience on arguably the most personal computer ever made. 96% of global
travelers agree that technology has made it easier to book travel, with 85% agreeing that
because it makes booking on the go easier they can also be more spontaneous; however 67%
would prefer to reduce their time spent online while travelling*. Our innovative app
delivers the best of both - users can really do less to get more."
Backed by Booking.com's reliable global network with 24/7 customer support and access
to the world's largest database of more than 45 million verified guest reviews, Booking
Now for the Apple Watch is designed to sit alongside the existing Booking Now iPhone app.
The mobile app provides travelers with on-the-go solutions to effortlessly and instantly
make a reservation at the nearest property that matches their personal preferences with no
hidden fees and a seamless "pay when you stay" model.
Booking Now, which is available in 15 languages, will be available for download on the
Apple Watch in the Apple App Store [https://app.adjust.io/nlxwe4 ] on 24th April 2015.
* Findings from Booking.com research conducted in 2014
About Booking.com
[http://www.booking.com/?aid54544&utm_source=PR&utm_medium=email_pr&utm_campaign"_01_2013 ]
:
Booking.com is the world leader in booking hotel and other accommodations online. It
guarantees the best prices for any type of property - from small independents to five-star
luxury. Guests can access the Booking.com website anytime, anywhere from their desktops,
mobile phones and tablet devices, and they don't pay booking fees - ever. The Booking.com
website is available in 42 languages, offers over 625,000 hotels and accommodations
including more than 245,000 vacation rental properties and covers over 75,000 destinations
in 212+ countries and territories worldwide. It features over 45 million reviews written
by guests after their stay, and attracts online visitors from both leisure and business
markets around the globe. With over 17 years of experience and a team of over 8,600
dedicated employees in 155+ offices worldwide, Booking.com operates its own in-house
customer service team, which is available 24/7 to assist guests in their native languages
and ensure an exceptional customer experience.
Established in 1996, Booking.com B.V. owns and operates Booking.com(TM), and is part
of The Priceline Group (NASDAQ: PCLN). Follow us on Twitter
[http://www.twitter.com/bookingcom ], Google+ [https://plus.google.com/+Bookingcom ] and
Pinterest [http://pinterest.com/bookingdotcom ], like us on Facebook
[http://www.facebook.com/bookingcom ], or learn more at http://www.booking.com
[http://www.booking.com?aid04142&lang=en; ].
Video:
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CONTACT: Booking.com Press Office: Megan Smith, Global PR Manager, mediarelations@booking.com
Booking.com Launches the First Instant Booking Travel App for Apple Watch
AMSTERDAM, April 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Booking.com, the world's number one accommodation site, today announces the launch of
the Booking Now app for the Apple Watch. Booking Now, which draws from Booking.com's vast
selection of over 625,000 properties in more than 75,000 unique destinations, is the first
and only travel app to enable users to book a stay directly from their Watch, and in just
one touch. Through the use of Apple's new pressure sensitive 'force touch' technology,
spontaneous travelers are now able to choose and book the nearest relevant hotel in one
simple gesture.
To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7504251-booking-travel-app-for-apple-watch
Through the app, travelers can also instantly manage key aspects of their reservation
with the new 'glances' feature of the Apple Watch via a simple swipe. Other features
include the ability for spontaneous travelers to save the location of their chosen
property, as well as turn-by-turn navigation to direct them quickly to the accommodation.
Travelers will never forget their hotel room number again as the watch will save this for
the duration of their stay. It also allows them to rate their overall check-in experience.
"At Booking.com, we're dedicated to empowering travelers to simply search and book an
accommodation that's just right for them, no matter which screen or device. Bringing
Booking Now to the Apple Watch is the next chapter in our relentless commitment to
innovation. By integrating cutting- edge technologies we are able to streamline the
booking process even further which allows users to secure the right accommodation with
ultimate ease.'' said Stuart Frisby, Principal Designer at Booking.com.
He continues: "The Booking Now app for the Apple Watch is designed to meet today's
growing preference for on-demand and instantaneous travel while offering a simple and
tailored experience on arguably the most personal computer ever made. 96% of global
travelers agree that technology has made it easier to book travel, with 85% agreeing that
because it makes booking on the go easier they can also be more spontaneous; however 67%
would prefer to reduce their time spent online while travelling*. Our innovative app
delivers the best of both - users can really do less to get more."
Backed by Booking.com's reliable global network with 24/7 customer support and access
to the world's largest database of more than 45 million verified guest reviews, Booking
Now for the Apple Watch is designed to sit alongside the existing Booking Now iPhone app.
The mobile app provides travelers with on-the-go solutions to effortlessly and instantly
make a reservation at the nearest property that matches their personal preferences with no
hidden fees and a seamless "pay when you stay" model.
Booking Now, which is available in 15 languages, will be available for download on the
Apple Watch in the Apple App Store [https://app.adjust.io/nlxwe4 ] on 24th April 2015.
* Findings from Booking.com research conducted in 2014
About Booking.com
[http://www.booking.com/?aid54544&utm_source=PR&utm_medium=email_pr&utm_campaign"_01_2013 ]
:
Booking.com is the world leader in booking hotel and other accommodations online. It
guarantees the best prices for any type of property - from small independents to five-star
luxury. Guests can access the Booking.com website anytime, anywhere from their desktops,
mobile phones and tablet devices, and they don't pay booking fees - ever. The Booking.com
website is available in 42 languages, offers over 625,000 hotels and accommodations
including more than 245,000 vacation rental properties and covers over 75,000 destinations
in 212+ countries and territories worldwide. It features over 45 million reviews written
by guests after their stay, and attracts online visitors from both leisure and business
markets around the globe. With over 17 years of experience and a team of over 8,600
dedicated employees in 155+ offices worldwide, Booking.com operates its own in-house
customer service team, which is available 24/7 to assist guests in their native languages
and ensure an exceptional customer experience.
Established in 1996, Booking.com B.V. owns and operates Booking.com(TM), and is part
of The Priceline Group (NASDAQ: PCLN). Follow us on Twitter
[http://www.twitter.com/bookingcom ], Google+ [https://plus.google.com/+Bookingcom ] and
Pinterest [http://pinterest.com/bookingdotcom ], like us on Facebook
[http://www.facebook.com/bookingcom ], or learn more at http://www.booking.com
[http://www.booking.com?aid04142&lang=en; ].
Video:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7504251-booking-travel-app-for-apple-watch
Video:http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7504251-booking-travel-app-for-apple-watch
Booking.com
CONTACT: Booking.com Press Office: Megan Smith, Global PR Manager, mediarelations@booking.com