Lodging
InterContinental Hotels Group launched an Internet portal for travel planners at small and midsize enterprises
. Covering all IHG lodging brands, the portal offers booking functionality, negotiated rates, direct payment options, links to an account's other preferred suppliers and custom policy parameters. Separately, IHG said Holiday Inn guests can now "view, save, print and e-mail final hotel bills electronically" through the company's loyalty program Web site.