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News / Online
Vrbo targets Airbnb “Superhosts” as rental competition heats up
By Jill Menze | April 1, 2021
Vrbo is offering experienced short-term rental hosts increased visibility through its new Fast Start program. Read More
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News / Technology
Redeam plans to expand activities platform after $12M funding round
By Kevin May | April 1, 2021
The Series B round was led by Vertical Venture Partners and Thayer Ventures. Other existing backers participating in the investment include Peninsula Ventures and Cobre Capital, with Boulder... Read More
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News / Startups
Apaleo adds €4.5M in Series A investment in hotel technology
By Linda Fox | April 1, 2021
Apaleo says it has continued to grow and gain customers despite the pandemic. Read More
Sabre unveils storefront technology enabling comparison of airline products and services
News / Distribution
Sabre unveils storefront technology enabling comparison of airline products and services
By Linda Fox | March 31, 2021
The technology is available via Sabre’s shopping APIs enabling users and developers to create their own storefront. Read More
Webjet invests $4.1M into blockchain startup LockTrip
News / Technology
Webjet invests $4.1M into blockchain startup LockTrip
By Jill Menze | March 31, 2021
As part of the deal, Webjet has agreed to a second optional tranche of $4.2 million for a total of $8.3 million. Read More
VIDEO: Tripadvisor on its big push to subscriptions and loyalty
News / Online
VIDEO: Tripadvisor on its big push to subscriptions and loyalty
By PhocusWire | March 30, 2021
Speaking during PhocusWire Pulse: Loyalty For The Long Haul, chief experience officer Lindsay Nelson explains why Tripadvisor's Plus program came together now, how the early stages have worked out with... Read More
How the pandemic has impacted Airbnb supply
News / Online
How the pandemic has impacted Airbnb supply
By Jill Menze | March 30, 2021
According to AirDNA, Airbnb lost 5% of its total listings from January through June of 2020. Read More
My Method... How Hotel Treats helped properties earn valuable revenue during the pandemic
News / Online
My Method... How Hotel Treats helped properties earn valuable revenue during the pandemic
By Kasia Pankowska - Hotel Treats | March 29, 2021
Hotel Treats helped Hard Rock Hotels earn $1.5 million through vouchers during the pandemic. Read More
Google’s free booking links for hotels – too good to be true?
Opinion / Distribution
Google’s free booking links for hotels – too good to be true?
By Craig Stewart - Freetobook | March 29, 2021
Freetobook’s co-director Craig Stewart suggests property owners to take advantage on Google's recent shift in strategy and see how this one plays out.  Read More
Acing the hotel recovery test - considerations for a successful COVID-19 strategy
From Our Partners / Distribution
Acing the hotel recovery test - considerations for a successful COVID-19 strategy
By Mark Bedard - Amadeus | March 29, 2021
Should you focus on the technique you utilize in targeting, capturing and converting shoppers into loyal guests? Or should you spend more time looking at the technology you use to support your... Read More
VIDEO: The “not stupid” way to achieve loyalty in hospitality
News / Online
VIDEO: The “not stupid” way to achieve loyalty in hospitality
By PhocusWire | March 29, 2021
Speaking during PhocusWire’s Pulse: Loyalty For The Long Haul event, CitizenM’s Lennert de Jong says loyalty in hospitality is all about the physical experience. Read More
Mint House secures investment for corporate travel rental platform
News / Startups
Mint House secures investment for corporate travel rental platform
By Linda Fox | March 26, 2021
Mint House, a rentals for corporate travel concept, previously announced $15 million in funding in May 2019. Read More
JetBlue launches new travel site for customers to book hotels, car rentals
News / Online
JetBlue launches new travel site for customers to book hotels, car rentals
By Jill Menze | March 25, 2021
Called Paisly, JetBlue's new travel website lets consumers book hotels, car rentals and theme park tickets after they've purchased a flight. Read More
Why hoteliers should consider a phased approach to a revenue rebound
Opinion / Distribution
Why hoteliers should consider a phased approach to a revenue rebound
By Klaus Kohlmayr - IDeaS | March 24, 2021
The sector needs a better understanding of data, insight into what is driving today’s consumer, untapped innovation, new leadership roles and the agility to keep up with demand. Read More
Progress continues toward decentralized customer data model for hospitality
News / Technology
Progress continues toward decentralized customer data model for hospitality
By Linda Fox | March 23, 2021
Hotel tech experts discuss customer data and the influence of online retail giants. Read More
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