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STARTUP STAGE: WayAway sees demand for cash-back membership program amid high inflation
Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: WayAway sees demand for cash-back membership program amid high inflation
By Kathryn Walson | August 15, 2022
WayAway is a price-comparison app that offers a paid-membership plan for consumers to get cash back on travel deals. Read More
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News / Online
Earnings roundup: TUI Group, IHG, Hostelworld
By Mitra Sorrells | August 12, 2022
TUI Group, IHG and Hostelworld all reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2022. Read More
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News / Distribution
CarTrawler on loyalty, fintech and growing interest in eco-friendly travel
By PhocusWire | August 11, 2022
CarTrawler CEO Cormac Barry and COO Peter O'Donovan discuss current trends in the car rental industry in the PhocusWire Studio at Phocuswright Europe. Read More
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News / Startups
Ex-Booking execs build new “connected trip” solution
By Mitra Sorrells | August 10, 2022
NeoKe uses decentralized, self-sovereign ID to remove friction from the travel experience and improve conversions for suppliers. Read More
Lyft reports highest profit in company’s history
News / Online
Lyft reports highest profit in company’s history
By Kathryn Walson | August 4, 2022
In Q2 2022, Lyft almost doubled its adjusted net income, from $24.6 million in Q1 to $46.4. Read More
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News / Online
Uber broadens ground transport offering via Omio partnership
By Linda Fox | August 4, 2022
The deal will enable Uber users to search and book international and national rail and coach trips via the app. Read More
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News / Online
Boatsetter sails away with $38M for rental marketplace
By Jill Menze | August 4, 2022
Launched in 2014, Boatsetter's marketplace connects boat owners and licensed captains to renters. Read More
Uber doubles revenue to $8.1 billion in Q2 2022
News / Online
Uber doubles revenue to $8.1 billion in Q2 2022
By Jill Menze | August 2, 2022
Gross bookings for the quarter also reached an all-time high, growing 33% to $29.1 billion. Read More
Consumer demand fuels $70B airport mobility opportunity
News / Distribution
Consumer demand fuels $70B airport mobility opportunity
By Jill Menze | July 26, 2022
Travelers say they are open to booking airport mobility from their flight or travel vendors, though they’re often unaware of options. Read More
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From Our Partners / Startups
VIDEO: Road.Travel on the convergence of connected cars and travel
By PhocusWire | July 22, 2022
Road.Travel works with automobile manufacturers to integrate its curated road trips into their vehicles. Read More
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News / Startups
Bookaway develops ground transport management tech to bring operators online
By Linda Fox | July 21, 2022
The company has built technology in-house for the APAC region and acquired a company to serve the LATAM market. Read More
VIDEO: Travel Ledger - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2022
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: Travel Ledger - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2022
By PhocusWire | July 15, 2022
Travel Ledger is a billing and settlement platform for easy payments between travel buyers and suppliers. Read More
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News / Online
Banks look to travel to boost customer loyalty
By Mitra Sorrells | July 15, 2022
Capital One, American Express and Revolut are among the banks partnering with travel brands. Read More
Amadeus invests in climate tech specialist Chooose
News / Technology
Amadeus invests in climate tech specialist Chooose
By Linda Fox | July 14, 2022
Chooose specializes in the integration of climate action options in the customer booking process. Read More
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News / Startups
VIDEO: Mobee Travel helps people with disabilities travel around the world
By PhocusWire | July 14, 2022
Executives from Mobee Travel explain the comprehensive services the startup provides for people with accessibility needs. Read More
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