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Inside cruise, part 2: Digging into distribution

By Mitra Sorrells | January 14, 2019

In the second part of our series on cruise, we analyze the sector's distribution model and future outlook. Read More

News / Online

Ryanair closes key part of "Amazon Of Travel" strategy: Ryanair Holidays

By Kevin May | January 14, 2019

The product was a major component of the low-cost carrier's strategy to dive deep into the world of airline retail - but the service has come to an end after just two years. Read More

Interview / Startups

VIDEO: Zuzu Hospitality Solutions - Summit pitch at Phocuswright 2018

By Kevin May | January 14, 2019

Zuzu shows how a people-centric approach delivers revenue maximization from its pricing and distribution technology. Read More

News / Technology

QOTW: Something about being safe from disruption

By PhocusWire | January 11, 2019

Arnold Donald of Carnival Corporation oversees a model that has worked for decades - yet it is not immune from the technology revolution that has impacted every other corner of the industry. Read More

News / Online

Attention, startups: Apply now for Phocuswright Europe Battleground

By PhocusWire | January 11, 2019

It’s that time of year again for startups to demonstrate their fresh ideas to the brightest minds in travel. Apply for the Phocuswright Europe 2019 Battleground competition now. Read More

Interview / Distribution

VIDEO: Kiwi.com - Launch pitch at Phocuswright 2018

By Kevin May | January 11, 2019

Harnessing the power of virtual interlining, Kiwi.com has gone further and made a suite of travel technology platforms available to travel agents and third parties. Read More

Opinion / Distribution

Myths about being the "Amazon Of Travel" (and other retail challenges)

By Kieron Branagan - OpenJaw Technologies | January 10, 2019

I have found that there are a set of common themes and common challenges that come through during conversations with airlines. Read More

News / Distribution

OYO sees big growth in business travelers, eyes further expansion

By Linda Fox | January 10, 2019

OYO Hotels and Homes continues to build up its business travel segment with the recent addition of a booking service for corporates booking their own trips. Read More

News / Technology

CES 2019: Delta boss talks data, AI and internal culture

By Linda Fox | January 10, 2019

Delta CEO Ed Bastian talks about internal culture, AI and other data initiatives during CES 2019. Read More

Interview / Technology

In The Big Chair - Arnold Donald of Carnival Corporation

By Mitra Sorrells | January 9, 2019

Arnold Donald, CEO of Carnival Corporation, shares his thoughts on the cruise distribution landscape, how technology is improving the guest experience and advice on what makes a good leader. Read More

News / Distribution

SiteMinder partners with RoomIt to connect hotels directly to TMC clients

By Jill Menze | January 9, 2019

Through a new partnership with RoomIt, the hotel distribution arm of Carlson Wagonlit Travel, SiteMinder is giving its hotel customers direct access to a travel management company’s clients for the... Read More

Google Assistant hotel booking flight check-in

News / Technology

Google adds hotel booking, flight check-in to Google Assistant

By Mitra Sorrells | January 9, 2019

Travelers can now book a hotel room through a conversation with Google Assistant on Android and iOS devices Read More

News / Distribution

Marriott and Expedia's battle over commissions could trigger industry-wide overhaul

By Linda Fox | January 8, 2019

Expedia and Marriott are said to be near agreement on fee negotiations, other large hotel players are likely to follow suit. Read More

News / Startups

New hotel booking platform offers cryptocurrency rebates for travelers

By Mitra Sorrells | January 7, 2019

A new blockchain-based hotel booking platform launching today at CES promises to take no commission on bookings and give back about 5% of each transaction to travelers that use the site. Read More

News / Technology

Inside cruise, part 1: Keys to the sector’s smooth sailing in the future

By Mitra Sorrells | January 7, 2019

In many ways, cruise is the outlier of the travel industry. While more travelers are turning to digital sources to book their travel – Phocuswright’s U.S. Online Travel Overview 2018 predicts online... Read More

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