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PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry with its distribution process and systems, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more.
Another billion dollars for Ola, with more on the way
News / Technology
Another billion dollars for Ola, with more on the way
By Martin Cowen | October 12, 2017
India's leading mobility app Ola has raised $1.1 billion with un-named US investors taking part... Read More
A direct approach to web design and user experience for hotels
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A direct approach to web design and user experience for hotels
By Sponsored Content | October 12, 2017
This article is sponsored by Triptease. Do you treat your online visitors as well as you treat those... Read More
Bokun makes progress with airline and tourist board partnerships
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Bokun makes progress with airline and tourist board partnerships
By Linda Fox | October 12, 2017
Bókun, a specialist in distribution technology for the tours and activities industry, is partnering... Read More
How Hilton sees digital today and in the hotel of the future
News / Technology
How Hilton sees digital today and in the hotel of the future
By Rosalind Mullen | October 12, 2017
Imagine walking into a hotel room where your favourite TV shows, air-temperature and other preferences... Read More
Blurred lines in the Digital Age make for a better user experience
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Blurred lines in the Digital Age make for a better user experience
By Viewpoints | October 11, 2017
This is a viewpoint from Richard Harris, CEO and Co-Founder of Intent Media.Opinions and views... Read More
Withlocals' data-driven approach to private tours impresses investors
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Withlocals' data-driven approach to private tours impresses investors
By Martin Cowen | October 11, 2017
Withlocals.com, a Netherlands-based marketplace connecting travellers with local tour guides, has... Read More
Opening the way - technology should make travel accessible from the start
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Opening the way - technology should make travel accessible from the start
By Marisa Garcia | October 11, 2017
Amadeus has published ‘Voyage of Discovery,’ an in-depth report on accessibility in travel with... Read More
Lola, not just any old business bot
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Lola, not just any old business bot
By Pamela Whitby | October 10, 2017
Lola, the AI-human powered app and brainchild of former Kayak co-founder Paul English, has pivoted to... Read More
How the journey of 1,000 miles or more grates on business travellers’ nerves
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How the journey of 1,000 miles or more grates on business travellers’ nerves
By Marisa Garcia | October 10, 2017
The journey may be part of the adventure for leisure travelers, but around 60% of business travelers... Read More
Ctrip gets deeper into Tujia, leads $300 million Series E
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Ctrip gets deeper into Tujia, leads $300 million Series E
By Martin Cowen | October 10, 2017
China's Airbnb-of-sorts Tujia.com has raised another $300 million in a Series E round, led by Ctrip.... Read More
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Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
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Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More