Orbitz Worldwide

Orbitz Worldwide is an online travel company, using technology to transform the way consumers around the world plan and purchase travel. It was originally formed by a group of U.S. airlines to be a part of the growing online travel industry. The airline investors in Orbitz Worldwide consist of [American Airlines](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/american-airlines), Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, Northwest Airlines, and United Airlines. Orbitz Worldwide uses its investor relations website to make information available to its investors. Through its innovative technology,  Orbitz Worldwide enables leisure and business travelers to search for, plan, and book a broad range of travel products and services, including airline tickets, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages. It owns a collection of consumer brands that includes Orbitz, CheapTickets, ebookers, and HotelClub. Orbitz Worldwide was launched in 2001 and is headquartered in Chicago with offices around the world, including London...