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RVshare raises $100M to expand peer-to-peer marketplace

By Mitra Sorrells | October 22, 2020

RVshare, which has more than 100,000 recreational vehicles available for rent through its platform, says the funds will help it rapidly scale. Read More

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Booking.com taps Futurestay to launch online check-in for rentals

By Mitra Sorrells | October 21, 2020

The two companies have been working on the online check-in solution since late 2019 but accelerated it as contactless experiences gained traction due to COVID-19. Read More

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Black Travel Alliance campaign reveals lack of diversity in travel industry

By Jill Menze | October 21, 2020

Results of the Black Travel Alliance's PullUpForTravel campaign reveal that Black people are under-represented at all levels within the travel industry, and there is a great need to address the... Read More

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Travel industry reacts to Google antitrust probe in the U.S.

By PhocusWire | October 20, 2020

Google, it is claimed, has abused its dominant position in search and advertising to keep competition down. So, how is the industry reacting so far? And what about Google itself? Read More

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U.S. Justice Department files antitrust lawsuit against Google, travel brands brace for proceedings

By Linda Fox | October 20, 2020

The Justice Department is claiming that Google has abused its dominant position in search and advertising to keep competition down. Read More

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VIDEO: Southeast Asia consumers adapting to super apps, livestreaming and direct channels

By Linda Fox | October 20, 2020

Executives from Klook, LINE Travel jp and Rappi discuss emerging trends, such as the relevance of location-based marketing via super apps, during a Phocuswright Europe 2020 session. Read More

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Uber puts $150M into South Korean mobility partnership

By Kevin May | October 20, 2020

T Map Mobility (SK Telecom's mobility wing) will integrate its network of drivers and mapping technology with Uber's ride-hailing platform. Read More

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SilverRail Technologies in management buyout from Expedia Group

By Kevin May | October 19, 2020

The SilverRail business is now wholly owned once again by the management team, and Expedia Group's strategic interest in rail is over, 3.5 years after the original deal. Read More

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VIDEO: Travel investors on startup survival

By Linda Fox | October 19, 2020

Executives from Rockaway Capital, Credit Suisse, Lakestar and PROfounders Capital discuss the advice given to travel startups on their portfolios. Read More

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VIDEO: How aviation can unravel itself from travel's deepest crisis

By Kevin May | October 19, 2020

Speaking at Phocuswright Europe 2020, Sergio Colella (SITA) and Rafael Schvartzman (IATA) discuss shifting trends that they need to navigate quickly, new standards and technical... Read More

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How COVID exposed flaws in antiquated hospitality payment systems

By Mitra Sorrells | October 19, 2020

Travel payments veteran and XanderPay CEO Mike Carlo says one solution for the hospitality industry is a centralized payment system for large brands. Read More

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COVID-19 a “critical moment” for corporations at risk of losing women leaders

By Jill Menze | October 19, 2020

According to McKinsey & Company and LeanIn.org’s Women in the Workplace study, one in four women are considering downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce due to the challenges brought on by... Read More

Interview / Online

Sounding Off: Try as you may, you can't escape reality

By PhocusWire | October 16, 2020

As dark as that March to June period was for people, travel brands and society, companies need more than a ballsy approach to ensure their survival as COVID-19 carries on. Read More

News / Distribution

Emirates rejects the new norm, sees robust recovery

By Linda Fox | October 16, 2020

Predictions for when airlines might recover to something near 2019 levels are currently at around 2024. But Tim Clark of Emirates has different ideas. Read More

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GetYourGuide lands aviation's first in-flight destination activities booking deal

By Kevin May | October 16, 2020

The agreement with Spanish digital cabin services provider Immfly will put search and booking tools into IFE devices on airlines, allowing functionality even when aircraft are out of range of... Read More

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