First Instance Court of Commerce
Court rejects Booking.com's objection against activity suspension in Turkey
A court has rejected an objection by online reservation website Booking.com against a suspension of its activities in Turkey.
The site was suspended in March due to following accusations of a local sector association against the website over unfair competition concerns.
Turkish hoteliers flock to courtroom to voice opposition to Booking.com ban
Dozens of legal and real persons flocked to the courtroom to voice their opposition to a Booking.com ban, citing the losses they have incurred from the decision, daily Dünya reported on May 22.
Representatives from a top brand city hotel said their losses exceeded 85,000 euros, while a boutique hotel owner said they had lost around 16,000 euros.