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VIDEO: Tourism Australia on staying optimistic amid the travel shutdown

By PhocusWire | November 23, 2021

Speaking in the PhocusWire Studio during The Phocuswright Conference, Tourism Australia’s Jackie Dunfee explains how the destination has remained top of mind for travelers. Read More

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Travel industry urged to be more ambitious on sustainability

By Linda Fox | November 11, 2021

A Roadmap to Net Zero report from the WTTC and Accenture says some elements of travel could fully decarbonize before 2030. Read More

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The hospitality industry's €768B journey to net zero

By Linda Fox | November 8, 2021

The accommodations industry is responsible for 10% of the total tourism sector's annual emissions. Read More

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The Phocuswright Conference 2021 - five questions for tourism policy executives

By PhocusWire | November 2, 2021

A panel this year, focusing on tourism policy and government planning, features Isabel Hill (U.S. Department of Commerce), Stacy Ritter (Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB) and Margo Yates... Read More

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Eco-friendly options and cost hit sustainable travel behavior

By Linda Fox | November 1, 2021

A report coinciding with the COP26 Summit found consumers often can't find or didn't realize sustainable travel options are available. Read More

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Innovation chief envisions big future for AI and biometrics at U.S. airports

By Robert Silk - Travel Weekly | October 21, 2021

AI, coupled with multinational information sharing, will bring a day relatively soon when transportation security officers won't have to view the contents of most carry-ons brought through screening... Read More

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VIDEO: Airbnb on rental regulation and working with communities

By PhocusWire | September 28, 2021

Airbnb's Chris Lehane discusses the platform's work with governments and local authorities during the PhocusWire Pulse: Rentals On The Rise event. Read More

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Google expands Travel Insights tools with new features, U.S. search data

By Mitra Sorrells | July 15, 2021

Following a partnership with the UNWTO announced in May, Google is now also working with Destinations International and HSMAI to hep destinations and hoteliers use travel search data more effectively. Read More

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Can travel platforms find ways to regulate themselves?

By Linda Fox | June 9, 2021

The European Purpose Project - launched by a number of brands including ground transport specialist Bolt - is putting together a code of conduct for platforms. Read More

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Travel security solution provider Pangiam acquires Trueface

By Mitra Sorrells | June 3, 2021

Trueface provides facial recognition technology and was a PhocusWire Hot 25 Startup for 2021 and a Phocuswright Summit pitch winner in 2020. Read More

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Will bureaucracy over vaccinations kill the travel industry?

By Dan Richards - Global Rescue | May 19, 2021

Governments need to achieve a level of coordination to ensure the smooth reopening of borders. Read More

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Airports must lose check-in desks, reduce touchpoints

By Linda Fox | May 17, 2021

The aviation industry has missed past opportunities to create a more automated passenger journey. Read More

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Facial recognition company Paravision raises $23M

May 12, 2021

Paravision’s technology provides touchless identification used for security and access in travel, workplaces, retail and more. Read More

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IATA chief Willie Walsh says zero-risk approach from government is not possible

By Linda Fox | April 21, 2021

Governments need to look at the current procedures for travel post pandemic and create a more seamless experience. Read More

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Travel and tourism lost $766B in 2020

By Jeri Clausing - Travel Weekly | April 21, 2021

According to the WTTC's annual Economic Impact report, the U.S. travel and tourism sector lost $766 billion last year, and its contribution to the GDP fell 41%. Read More

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