Computer reservation systems

European transaction processor and IT provider for the global travel and tourism industry

computer system used for the storage and retrieval of accommodation and travel reservations

computerised network system owned or operated by a company that enables transactions between travel industry service providers

global distribution system (GDS)

computer reservations system owned by Travelport

American travel technology company

Worldspan is a provider of travel technology and content and a part of the Travelport GDS business. It offers worldwide electronic distribution of travel information, Internet products and connectivity, and e-commerce capabilities for travel agencies, travel service providers and corporations. Its primary system is commonly known as a Global Distribution System (GDS), which is used by travel agents and travel related websites to book airline tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, tour packages and associated products. Worldspan also hosts IT services and product solutions for major airlines.

system that allows an airline to sell its inventory; contains information on schedules, fares, PNRs and tickets issued

thumb|Travelport offices in Cumberland, Georgia Travelport Worldwide Ltd. provides distribution, technology, and payment solutions for the travel and tourism industry. It is the smallest, by revenue, of the top three global distribution systems (GDS) after Amadeus IT Group and Sabre Corporation.