GDS Booking System.pptx

Global distribution systems are an intermediary between vendors, such as hotels and airlines, and service providers, such as online travel agencies. While most big GDSs are connected to the major travel agencies, smaller, less price GDSs may give a limited amount of travel agencies. Vendors sign up and link their own listing to a global distribution system. Once linked, clients can use the various portals associated with the GDS to purchase from a vendor. To avoid overbooking, each service provider receives real-time updated listings from the airline or hospitality company (vendor).