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Emily Tan
Sep 9, 2011

Google acquires Zagat, solidifies travel offering

GLOBAL - Google's acquisition of Zagat, a popular publisher of restaurant ratings, for an estimated US$200 million, appears to be yet another step towards the internet giant perfecting an online travel offering.

Google's acquisition of review firm Zagat solidifies its move into the travel market

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