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Booking.com building connected travel with Google Nest

By Linda Fox | December 20, 2019

Booking.com and Google Nest say guests and hosts are looking for more safety and security features when staying in private accommodation with smart technology potentially filling gaps. Read More

News / Online

Vacasa expands with acquisition of Resort Lodging Company

By Linda Fox | December 19, 2019

Vacasa plans expansion in Colorado with the acquisition of Resort Lodging Company. Read More

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VIDEO: OYO on plans to become global leader in vacation rentals in 2020

By Mitra Sorrells | December 18, 2019

OYO Vacation Homes CEO Tobias Wann discusses the company's rapid growth and global ambitions. Read More

Opinion / Online

Why 2020 will be the "Year of Airbnb"

By Guy Westlake | December 17, 2019

With Airbnb’s announced IPO, 2020 is set to be a defining moment in the alternative accommodation industry’s lifecycle. Read More

Interview / Startups

VIDEO: SnapTravel - Summit pitch Phocuswright Conference 2019

By PhocusWire | December 16, 2019

A consumer brand that has driven $100 million+ in hotel sales over messaging (SMS, Messenger, WhatsApp). Read More

Opinion / Distribution

Millennials, attribute-based selling, "rogue" OTAs - what hospitality looks like in 2020

By Dave Collier - OTA Insight | December 13, 2019

In travel and hospitality, it’s tough to single out the most significant forecasts for next year, but these developments will be ones to watch in 2020. Read More

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Five ways to ace hospitality marketing in 2020

By Apurva Chamaria - RateGain | December 12, 2019

A variety of platforms and digital touchpoints that marketers can use to connect with travelers. Inevitably, social media heads the pack, given its high ROI quality and “always-on” presence. Read More

Interview / Distribution

In The Big Chair LIVE - Henrik Kjellberg of Awaze

By Linda Fox | December 12, 2019

The CEO of the European vacation rental provider, who spent 16 years beforehand at various brands in Expedia Group, joins us in the PhocusWire Studio. Read More

News / Technology

Norwegian targets more personalization across every passenger channel

By Linda Fox | December 11, 2019

Norwegian Air Shuttle is putting a personalization strategy in place after signing a five-year partnership with Boxever. Read More

Interview / Startups

VIDEO: Flyiin - Summit pitch Phocuswright Conference 2019

By PhocusWire | December 11, 2019

The airline DirectConnect platform enables retailers to build a differentiating flight booking experience. Read More

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Airline industry could create additional $40B a year via retailing

By Linda Fox | December 9, 2019

A McKinsey report details the potential value opportunity for airlines from different retailing strategies. Read More

News / Online

VIDEO: Kayak CEO Steve Hafner on new “Premium” badge, cross-brand loyalty and why it's a startup

By Mitra Sorrells | December 9, 2019

Kayak has made several updates in the past year, including the launch of "Kayak Premium" on Thursday. Read More

Interview / Distribution

VIDEO: AirDNA - Launch pitch Phocuswright Conference 2019

December 9, 2019

Short-term rental data is the next generation of lodging analytics. Find out why it's something you can't afford to ignore. Read More

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VIDEO: Personalization, the importance of data and privacy in travel

By Linda Fox | December 6, 2019

Developments in, as well as the challenges of, personalization in travel were up for discussion during an executive roundtable at the Phocuswright Conference 2019. Read More

Opinion / Distribution

Better, faster, easier: How business travel will transform by 2025

By Danny Finkel - TripActions | December 6, 2019

A combination of new technology and elevated standards will create the ultimate win-win-win, allowing suppliers, corporate travel managers and business travelers to work together towards unprecedented... Read More

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