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General Atlantic acquires stake in travel distribution platform TBO
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General Atlantic acquires stake in travel distribution platform TBO
By Linda Fox | October 23, 2023
TBO's platform simplifies travel for suppliers across the hotel, airline, car rental and other... Read More
Katanox adds short-term rental supply for business travel with TrustedStays partnership
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Katanox adds short-term rental supply for business travel with TrustedStays partnership
By Mitra Sorrells | October 18, 2023
The deal with TrustedStays, and a similar one recently with YAYS Group, are part of Katanox's effort... Read More
Getting beyond the impasse between airlines and the corporate travel community
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Getting beyond the impasse between airlines and the corporate travel community
By Linda Fox | October 6, 2023
Frustration between airlines trying to seek more modern ways to sell their products and corporate... Read More
Expedia Group expands B2B portfolio in Asia Pacific
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Expedia Group expands B2B portfolio in Asia Pacific
By Mitra Sorrells | October 4, 2023
Expedia Group calls Asia Pacific a "critical region" for continued growth of its B2B business as it... Read More
3 key insights from aviation chiefs at the World Aviation Festival
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3 key insights from aviation chiefs at the World Aviation Festival
By Linda Fox | October 2, 2023
PhocusWire recaps what the bosses of Emirates, IAG, TAP Air Portugal, Pegasus and IATA said about the... Read More
Airline ancillary revenue hit $69B in 2022, beating 2019 levels
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Airline ancillary revenue hit $69B in 2022, beating 2019 levels
By Linda Fox | September 28, 2023
The top five U.S. airlines - Alaska, American Airlines, Delta, United and Southwest - generated... Read More
Staples tests travel agents in stores in plan to grow travel services
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Staples tests travel agents in stores in plan to grow travel services
By Mitra Sorrells | September 15, 2023
The office supply retailer has offered TSA PreCheck and passport services for several years and is now... Read More
How tours and activities can drive revenue for travel brands
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How tours and activities can drive revenue for travel brands
By Nishank Gopalkrishnan, TUI Musement | August 31, 2023
With millions of potential customers, the experiences sector can drive big results for travel brands... Read More
Goboony, Yescapa announce merger, new funding
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Goboony, Yescapa announce merger, new funding
By Morgan Hines | August 30, 2023
Goboony and Yescapa are merging to create one large RV sharing platform with vehicles in more than... Read More
Hotel payment and booking company Selfbook partners with Affirm
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Hotel payment and booking company Selfbook partners with Affirm
By Morgan Hines | August 21, 2023
Selfbook and Affirm are linking up to provide “flexible payment options” to hotel bookings.... Read More
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Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More