Coronavirus

Opinion / Distribution

Cancellations are up 500% - how bad is it for vacation rentals?

By Margot Schmorak - Hostfully | April 10, 2020

The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic is a game-changer for the vacation rental industry. The onslaught of negative headlines and uncharted territory has many vacation rental managers fearing... Read More

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Coronavirus places heightened concern on hygiene of short-term rentals

By Jill Menze | April 10, 2020

As guest concerns over cleanliness in vacation rentals mount, industry players are taking stock of how they keep properties safe. Read More

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U.K. regulator blocks Sabre acquisition of Farelogix

By Linda Fox | April 9, 2020

The U.K.'s Competition & Markets Authority has blocked Sabre's acquisition of Farelogix, citing concerns around innovation in the space. Read More

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FAST FACTS: Traveler sentiment in the age of COVID-19

By PhocusWire | April 9, 2020

Phocuswright surveyed travelers in four markets to understand traveler sentiment. We present the full findings and insights into the implications for the global travel industry. Read More

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InPhocus, episode 5 - Showing your value when a crisis hits

By PhocusWire | April 9, 2020

Miriam Moscovici of BCD Travel discusses what's at stake for business travel, the importance of sustainability and why face-to-face meetings will make a return. Read More

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Booking Holdings moves to support financial position into 2021 with capital-raising program

By Linda Fox | April 9, 2020

Booking Holdings updates the market on the impact of the coronavirus on the business. Read More

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Rethinking travel marketing: Loosen Google's grip on search and get smart on overtourism

By Matthew Barker - Horizon Guides | April 9, 2020

The tourism industry has the chance to rethink its marketing strategy going forward if its players work together. Read More

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Airbnb decides to ban bookings in the U.K. after all

By Kevin May | April 9, 2020

Airbnb has temporarily halted bookings on the platform in the U.K., except for key workers and those with "essential stays." Read More

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ATPCO to help airlines integrate crisis messaging into flight shopping

By Mitra Sorrells | April 9, 2020

ATPCO has created new product attributes, known as "Reassurance UPAs," to enable airlines to communicate their passenger protection policies. Read More

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Airbnb hopes hosts will turn away guests who shouldn't be traveling during coronavirus outbreak

By Kevin May | April 8, 2020

The company has so far shied away from turning off the ability to book completely, despite many countries around the world having locked down citizens during the outbreak of the coronavirus. Read More

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To fly or not to fly? Why sustainability matters in a post-COVID world

By Mitra Sorrells | April 8, 2020

The coronavirus is causing some to consider how travel, specifically business travel, will be changed after the crisis passes. Read More

Opinion / Online

The 7 stages to the "new normal" in travel

By Timothy O'Neil-Dunne - 777 Partners | April 8, 2020

Timothy O'Neil-Dunne, principal at 777 Partners, shares his take on how and when the travel world begins to return to a normal, steady state. Read More

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REPORT: COVID-19 Hotel Forecast - New York City

By PhocusWire | April 7, 2020

Over the coming months, Phocuswright and the data science team at LodgIQ will evaluate a swath of hotel-related and other data across key metropolitan areas, beginning with New York City. Read More

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Destination X - Five coronavirus recovery strategies for the tourism industry

By PhocusWire | April 7, 2020

The industry has the chance to reset and rethink as it looks to a future beyond COVID-19 - Destination X is a way to understand that opportunity. Read More