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eDreams Odigeo notes improvement in summer months, losses during earlier lockdown
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eDreams Odigeo notes improvement in summer months, losses during earlier lockdown
By Linda Fox | August 27, 2020
The Spain-based online travel agency saw net income come in at a loss of almost €24 million compared to the €9 million the company made in the corresponding period last year. Read More
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Interview / Distribution
Phocuswright Europe 2020 preview: Out of Office with... Jerome Wise
By PhocusWire | August 27, 2020
In a series of interviews with executives participating in the online event in September, PhocusWire finds out what they have learned from the COVID-19 crisis. Next up: TravelClick's Jerome Wise. Read More
VIDEO: New Reality With... Elliott Ferguson of Destination D.C.
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VIDEO: New Reality With... Elliott Ferguson of Destination D.C.
By PhocusWire | August 26, 2020
The next guest on the New Reality With... series is Elliott Ferguson, CEO of Destination D.C, one of the most high-profile destination and tourism organizations in the world. Read More
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News / Technology
Google expedites launch of contactless guest system for hotels in response to COVID
By Mitra Sorrells | August 26, 2020
The solution has been a pilot since 2018 but Google says it expedited the global launch because of the pandemic. Read More
Countries consider wearables as a way to bring back tourists
News / Technology
Countries consider wearables as a way to bring back tourists
By Jamie Biesiada - Travel Weekly | August 26, 2020
Destinations including Hawaii and the Cayman Islands are exploring the potential for wearable devices to track arrivals and health. Read More
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News / Online
With budgets slashed, travel marketers use media mindset to drive engagement
By Mitra Sorrells | August 26, 2020
Travel brands are creating more content to drive both direct and organic traffic. Read More
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Interview / Online
Phocuswright Europe 2020 preview: Out of Office with... Jeremy Sampson
By PhocusWire | August 26, 2020
In a series of interviews with executives participating in the online event in September, PhocusWire finds out what they have learned from the COVID-19 crisis. Next up: The Travel Foundation's Jeremy... Read More
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Interview / Distribution
Phocuswright Europe 2020 preview: Out of Office with... Greg Webb
By PhocusWire | August 25, 2020
In a series of interviews with executives participating in the online event in September, PhocusWire finds out what they have learned from the COVID-19 crisis. Next up: Travelport's Greg Webb. Read More
Orbitz launches microsite geared toward LGBTQ travelers
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Orbitz launches microsite geared toward LGBTQ travelers
By Jill Menze | August 25, 2020
The brand's new Pride microsite lists LGBTQ-welcoming hotels that meet specific inclusivity standards. Read More
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News / Online
RedDoorz CEO chases profitability, sees opportunities for travel companies to IPO
By Yeoh Siew Hoon - WebInTravel | August 25, 2020
As Airbnb prepares for its much-anticipated IPO, RedDoorz co-founder and CEO Amit Saberwal predicts there will be more strong companies that emerge out of COVID and want to go public. Read More
What will bring back confidence in travel?
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What will bring back confidence in travel?
By Kyle Moore - Travelport | August 25, 2020
Travelers, before they book, need reassurance that travel is safe. COVID-19 has rocked traveler confidence, and we now need to know: what will restore it? Read More
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News / Online
Porter & Sail acquires hotel credit competitor FutureKey
By Mitra Sorrells | August 24, 2020
Porter & Sail will expand the portfolio of its "Hotel Credits" program with the acquisition of FutureKey. Read More
Airbnb is set for a blockbuster IPO - here's why
Opinion / Online
Airbnb is set for a blockbuster IPO - here's why
By Tom Caton - AirDNA | August 24, 2020
Even amid COVID-19, Airbnb may be sneakily well-positioned to come out on top. Read More
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Interview / Online
Phocuswright Europe 2020 preview: Out of Office with... David Higgins
By PhocusWire | August 24, 2020
In a series of interviews with executives participating in the online event in September, PhocusWire finds out what they have learned from the COVID-19 crisis. Next up: Trainline's David Higgins. Read More
Why 1989 holds the key to hospitality's recovery
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Why 1989 holds the key to hospitality's recovery
By Chinmai Sharma - RateGain | August 23, 2020
This was the year when the hospitality industry went through a "democratization" as hotel chains joined forces to create the first electronic distribution company, THISCO, changing the industry forever. Read More
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