Food and Dining

News / Online

Uber minimizes losses, hits gross bookings high in Q1 2021

By Jill Menze | May 5, 2021

For Q1 2021, Uber recorded a net loss of $108 million compared to a net loss of $968 million in Q4 2020. Read More

News / Online

VIDEO: TikTok on next-generation travel marketing on social media

By PhocusWire | May 3, 2021

Speaking at PhocusWire Pulse: A New Age For Social Media, TikTok brand partnerships lead for travel Hannah Bennett explains why TikTok is an ecosystem ripe for marketers to exploit. Read More

News / Online

Marriott partners with Uber to expand Bonvoy loyalty program

By Jill Menze | April 15, 2021

Marriott Bonvoy members can earn points by ordering food delivery via Uber Eats or requesting select Uber rides. Read More

News / Online

My Method... How Hotel Treats helped properties earn valuable revenue during the pandemic

By Kasia Pankowska - Hotel Treats | March 29, 2021

Hotel Treats helped Hard Rock Hotels earn $1.5 million through vouchers during the pandemic. Read More

Opinion / Distribution

Why hoteliers should consider a phased approach to a revenue rebound

By Klaus Kohlmayr - IDeaS | March 24, 2021

The sector needs a better understanding of data, insight into what is driving today’s consumer, untapped innovation, new leadership roles and the agility to keep up with demand. Read More

News / Startups

Group travel startup Launchtrip raises $3.8M pre-seed round

By Mitra Sorrells | March 18, 2021

The startup will offer its app in beta this summer with 200,000 hotels in seven U.S. cities. Read More

News / Technology

How travel brands are using Apple's App Clip to drive engagement, touchless experiences

By Jill Menze | March 16, 2021

Brands including KKday, Caesars Entertainment and Expedia Group have developed App Clip solutions to provide a frictionless experience for travelers while increasing customer engagement. Read More

News / Online

Spend more, stay longer: The consumer trends driving travel in 2021

By Jill Menze | March 9, 2021

According to the American Express Travel: Global Travel Trends Report, consumers are approaching travel in 2021 with a new mindset. Read More

News / Startups

Easol raises $4.5M to prepare for post-COVID activities rebound

By Jill Menze | March 4, 2021

Notion Capital led the round into "experience commerce" platform Easol, which supports businesses such as adventure trips and festivals. Read More

News / Online

Booking Holdings focuses on payment platform, connected trip and U.S. growth as 2020 revenue drops 55%

By Mitra Sorrells | February 24, 2021

Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel says the company is focusing on products and strategies that can help the company grow as travel resumes. Read More

News / Online

Uber reports uptick in revenue as delivery remains bright spot

By Jill Menze | February 10, 2021

Uber boosted its revenue by 13% to $3.2 billion in the fourth quarter of 2020. Read More

News / Technology

CLEAR raises $100M to expand beyond aviation

By Jill Menze | February 9, 2021

Investors in the round include Danny Meyer’s Enlightened Hospitality Investments, NFL investment arm 32 Equity and the Partnership Fund for New York City. Read More