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European acquisition revives Space Perspective's space tourism ambitions

By Brinley Hineman - Travel Weekly | July 25, 2025

Space Perspective appeared to cease operations earlier this year, but now the company seems to be back on track to eventual operation after being acquired. Read More

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MakeMyTrip launches experiences booking platform, reports revenue and gross bookings increases

By Abby Crotty | July 24, 2025

The India-based OTA launched its new tours and activities booking platform, also reporting positive results from the first fiscal quarter of 2026. Read More

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Google parent Alphabet's earnings exceed expectations on back of AI, advertising

By Morgan Hines | July 24, 2025

CEO Sundar Pichai said AI is having a positive impact across every part of the business and driving strong momentum for Alphabet. Read More

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KKR acquires minority stake in Etraveli Group

By Morgan Hines | July 23, 2025

Just under two years after Booking Holdings' failed attempt to acquire its flight tech partner Etraveli, the company has a new investment partner in KKR. Read More

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Car-sharing company Turo acquires select assets from Kyte

By Abby Crotty | July 21, 2025

Kyte co-founder Ludwig Schoenack shared the news on LinkedIn, calling Turo "a partner we've long respected." Read More

News / Startups

Folio lands $14M to fuel growth

By Linda Fox | July 18, 2025

Folio plans to put the funds towards fast implementation of its technology for hotels. Read More

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The evolution of digital payments and fintech in India

By Phocuswright Research | July 14, 2025

Check out a preview of Phocuswright's "Fintech and the Indian Online Travel Landscape" report. Read More

News / Technology

AiOla lands investment from United Airlines for voice AI tools

By Linda Fox | July 11, 2025

United Airlines is exploring various use cases with aiOla's voice and conversational AI. Read More

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International travel eSIM provider Airalo raises $220M

By Morgan Hines | July 10, 2025

The $220 million investment puts Airalo’s valuation at $1 billion, with the company claiming unicorn status. Read More

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Once-defunct Homelike acquired by rentals platform Spacest.com

By Abby Crotty | July 8, 2025

After announcing it was ceasing operations in March, Homelike has since been acquired by housing solutions platform Spacest.com. Read More

Opinion / Online

Loyalty in transition: Why the right rewards and ancillaries matter

By Aleksander Kaczmarek - CarTrawler | July 3, 2025

Aleksander Kaczmarek, vice president of loyalty partnerships at CarTrawler, discusses the need for travel rewards that drive loyalty and revenue. Read More

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U.S. car rental: Cooling off or resetting the ride?

By Phocuswright Research | July 2, 2025

With rental rates softening and average revenue per day dipping, companies are shifting gears from high-margin pricing to tighter fleet control and long strategy. Read More

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Tiqets receives €25 million loan to refinance

By Abby Crotty | June 30, 2025

The loan from ABN AMRO bank will enable savings and flexibility for future growth, the online booking platform said. Read More

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Inspirato, Buyerlink merge to form One Planet Platforms

By Abby Crotty | June 27, 2025

Inspirato and Buyerlink will combine to form One Planet Platforms, with the Inspirato brand continuing to operate as the new entity's premier luxury travel division. Read More