Channel Management

News / Distribution

Hotel distribution pushes beyond traditional channels

By Cathy Walsh | June 10, 2026

Industry analysis from Shiji tracks the evolving distribution ecosystem, mapping new categories including AI-driven visibility and direct-booking platforms, map-based commerce and social messaging. Read More

News / Technology

Short-term rental sector bets on AI search to drive direct bookings

By Matthew Parsons | March 12, 2026

Direct rental bookings are modest today, but AI could help change that. Read More

Interview / Startups

Startup Stage: HotelWorld AI wants to increase hotel traffic from AI platforms

By Abby Crotty | February 24, 2026

HotelWorld AI agents connect to a hotel’s existing technology stack, managed through a unified AI platform powered by a common data layer. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

Why data quality is becoming the foundation of travel innovation

By PhocusWire | January 7, 2026

Yanolja's Changemaker session at The Phocuswright Conference explored how low-quality data remains one of the biggest barriers to innovation in hospitality and how cloud-based platforms are changing the... Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

Beyond the software: Why support defines success in vacation rentals

By Tim Rosolio - Expedia Group | January 5, 2026

Software providers support property managers to streamline workflows and reduce manual errors, allowing managers to focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining impeccable owner... Read More

News / Online

Amenitiz raises $45M to fuel AI product growth and market expansion

By Abby Crotty | November 11, 2025

Amenitiz said it has grown fourfold since its Series A funding round in 2022, now supporting over 15,000 properties across Europe. Read More

News / Distribution

Hotels and OTAs shift focus from channels to guests

By Yeoh Siew Hoon - WiT | November 11, 2025

At WiT Singapore, hotels and OTAs found common ground in a new battleground: trust, experience and emotion. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Why the looming AI-induced channel explosion could be a win for independents

By Shahar Goldboim - Boom | November 4, 2025

Boom founder and CEO Shahar Goldboim shares his thoughts on the rise of agentic AI and how it might benefit independent vacation-rental operators. Read More

News / Technology

PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Cellpoint Digital, Dida, Rome2Rio and more...

By PhocusWire | September 26, 2025

Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More

From Our Partners / Distribution

Achieving your ideal hotel channel mix: 5 Key steps for every hotel type

By Amadeus | September 16, 2025

Whether independent, branded, franchised or part of a management company, every hotel must actively manage and optimize all available booking channels. Read More

Opinion / Distribution

Unlocking the future of automation: How APIs are powering autonomous distribution

By Chris Hodges - Expedia Group | September 10, 2025

Expedia Group's VP of global connectivity and partner solutions writes that API integration can help improve hoteliers' operational efficiency. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

Decoding online shopping: Travel and hospitality consumer trends for 2025

By AB Tasty | August 18, 2025

Find out where consumers get inspiration for new travel plans, what leads them to abandon their cart or booking, what types of AI tools can make the online experience easier and more. Read More