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News / Online

Thomas Cook's digital strategy - great ideas that came too late

By Kevin May | September 23, 2019

Years after when a serious strategy should have been considered, Thomas Cook finally hired its first chief digital officer in the shape of Marco Ryan. He was in the job less than 12 months. Read More

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News / Technology

Destination marketing, part 3: On the road to smart, "real-time" tourism

By Mitra Sorrells | September 23, 2019

For the third piece in this month's series, we look at how technology is enabling DMOs to serve visitors when they are in-destination. Read More

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TAKE A SURVEY and let your voice be heard on gender equity in travel

By PhocusWire | September 23, 2019

Take 10 minutes to share your experiences and opinions on gender equity in travel and receive free Phocuswright research in return. Read More

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Thomas Cook collapses after investors pull the plug on survival package

By Kevin May | September 22, 2019

Plenty of factors have led to the tour operating giant's demise, including its failure, at crucial times, to grasp the complexities of IT and the wider digital world. Read More

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HRS acquires Conichi to build new payment-focused division

By Mitra Sorrells | September 20, 2019

HRS has acquired Conichi as part of its strategy to build a global payment solution. Read More

News / Startups

VIDEO: JetBlue Tech Ventures on investment pillars, larger checks and non-travel entrepreneurs

By Linda Fox | September 20, 2019

JetBlue Technology Ventures has 24 startups in the portfolio that are seeking to address pain points across the wider business and the customer experience. Read More

Interview / Technology

Sounding Off: A new travel sheriff is needed but will be hard to find

By PhocusWire | September 20, 2019

It won't be easy bringing every element of the industry together to take a tech-led approach to sustainability and other issues in destinations. Read More

News / Online

Airbnb says it will IPO in 2020

By Kevin May | September 19, 2019

A listing of Airbnb on the public markets will, following those for Uber and Lyft during 2019, be one of the most eagerly awaited IPOs in the travel industry in years. Read More

News / Distribution

Loyalty programs still the biggest ancillary earner for most airlines

By Linda Fox | September 19, 2019

The latest study of airline ancillary revenue reveals those earning the most for extras such as legroom, meals and bags. Read More

Interview / Distribution

How I Got Here, episode 5 - Philippe Chereque of American Express GBT

By Kevin May | September 19, 2019

One of the original executives at Amadeus and now the president at American Express GBT joins Kevin May and David Litwak for the latest episode. Read More

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Marriott tightens reins on wholesale rates by tapping Expedia to manage distribution

By Mitra Sorrells | September 17, 2019

Expedia Group and Marriott International have signed an agreement that makes Expedia Group the single gateway and redistributor for Marriott wholesale inventory. Read More

News / Online

Q&A: Doug Lansky on "unbalanced" tourism and tech's role in destination management

By Mitra Sorrells | September 17, 2019

Author and speaker Doug Lansky says a digital infrastructure will enable destinations to manage visitor volume and timing. Read More

News / Online

Holidu raises €40M to target new markets and boost Bookiply distribution platform

By Kevin May | September 17, 2019

The round eclipses the $20 million brought in by HomeToGo in April 2016 and the $35 million for the ill-fated Tripping in the same year. Read More

News / Distribution

VIDEO: Air France KLM on sales across social, China and being where customers are

By Linda Fox | September 16, 2019

PhocusWire spoke to Air France-KLM vice president of digital strategy Guido van Til about the social media strategy across the airlines and staying on top of digital developments. Read More