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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

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

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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

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

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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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

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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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

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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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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

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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

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

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

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

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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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