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News / Distribution
Southeast Asian super app Grab adds tour and activity bookings through Klook
By Mitra Sorrells | September 2, 2020
Grab users will be able to book and pay for Klook's tour and activity offerings in the Grab app. Read More
Pricing principles to help hotels maximize revenue during COVID-19
Opinion / Distribution
Pricing principles to help hotels maximize revenue during COVID-19
By Vikram Singh | August 31, 2020
Hotels need a "back-to-basics" approach to pricing management, with a focus on facts not feelings. Read More
How the pandemic can accelerate gender balance in the digital workforce
Opinion / Online
How the pandemic can accelerate gender balance in the digital workforce
By Christel Cao-Delebarre - CWT | August 28, 2020
Now that we know technology and data can play a critical role in saving lives, we should also prepare for a post-COVID-19 world in which women play a bigger role in digital advancement. Read More
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News / Distribution
WEBINAR REPLAY! Driving efficiencies in OTA distribution
By PhocusWire | August 28, 2020
Join Sabre and Expedia Group to hear about the technology solutions being developed today that will change how the hotel industry does business in the future. Read More
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Interview / Distribution
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
Orbitz launches microsite geared toward LGBTQ travelers
News / Online
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
What will bring back confidence in travel?
From Our Partners / Distribution
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
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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
Airbnb is set for a blockbuster IPO - here's why
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
Why 1989 holds the key to hospitality's recovery
From Our Partners / Distribution
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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News / Online
Despegar gets $200M in investments, sees “positive trend” in bookings
By Mitra Sorrells | August 21, 2020
Despegar's bookings declined 94% year-over-year in the second quarter, but the company is expressing optimism fueled by two new investments.   Read More
Sounding Off: Google's alienation of travel brands masks the ecosystem's other issues
Interview / Online
Sounding Off: Google's alienation of travel brands masks the ecosystem's other issues
By PhocusWire | August 21, 2020
Another week, another round of issues surrounding Google and its role in the world of travel advertising. Read More
Does your hotel need a commercial strategist?
Opinion / Online
Does your hotel need a commercial strategist?
By Sharad Kapur | August 20, 2020
Here's why hotels should consider a "commercial strategist" role as the lead-in position for all commercial operations. Read More
Phocuswright Europe 2020 preview: Out of Office with… Julian Weselek
Interview / Distribution
Phocuswright Europe 2020 preview: Out of Office with… Julian Weselek
By PhocusWire | August 18, 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: Tourlane's Julian Weselek. Read More
REPORT: COVID-19 Hotel Forecast - Phuket
News / Distribution
REPORT: COVID-19 Hotel Forecast - Phuket
By PhocusWire | August 18, 2020
Despite Thailand and Phuket having every economic incentive to restart tourism as quickly as possible, the government has set public health as the top priority and has acted prudently regarding... Read More
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