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Sonder recovers revenue, hits record RevPAR in Q2 2022
News / Online
Sonder recovers revenue, hits record RevPAR in Q2 2022
By Jill Menze | August 10, 2022
Sonder reported revenue of $121 million in Q2 2022, up 157% year-on-year and fueled by RevPAR growth. 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
Trivago touts strong second quarter but prepares for slowdown ahead
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Trivago touts strong second quarter but prepares for slowdown ahead
By Kathryn Walson | August 9, 2022
In the three months ended June 30, total revenue at Trivago rose by €49.3 million, or 52%, compared to the same period in 2021. Read More
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News / Distribution
China’s DidaTravel expands into flight sales
By Jill Menze | August 9, 2022
Hotel wholesaler DidaTravel is now selling flights to its 23,000 B2B clients globally. Read More
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News / Online
How travel survives the people shortage
By Phocuswright Research | August 8, 2022
A Phocuswright Research article discusses the main challenges faced by the air and hotel segments in restarting and revamping their industries. Read More
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Interview / Online
In the Big Chair - Gilda Perez-Alvarado of JLL Hotels
By Kathryn Walson | August 8, 2022
As global CEO of JLL Hotels & Hospitality, Gilda Perez-Alvarado leads the group’s Global Hotel Desk. Read More
Velocity Ventures takes stake in big data and predictive analytics startup
News / Startups
Velocity Ventures takes stake in big data and predictive analytics startup
By WiT | August 8, 2022
Switzerland-based startup Zytlyn uses big data and machine learning to provide companies with predictive insights on travel demand. Read More
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News / Online
Cendyn acquires Digitalhotelier to enhance guest experience
By Kathryn Walson | August 4, 2022
The acquisition of Digitalhotelier will enable Cendyn to maximize direct bookings and enhance the guest experience. Read More
Booking Holdings nearly doubles revenue in Q2 2022
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Booking Holdings nearly doubles revenue in Q2 2022
By Jill Menze | August 3, 2022
Revenues for Q2 2022 were up 99% year-on-year to $4.3 billion, while room nights booked surpassed 2019 levels. Read More
Can a chatbot alone manage travel disruptions?
News / Technology
Can a chatbot alone manage travel disruptions?
By Kathryn Walson | August 3, 2022
While chatbot technology in travel has evolved, it can't replace everything a live agent can accomplish. Read More
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News / Online
Arbitrip hotel booking platform snapped up by Israel's Talma Shlomo
By Linda Fox | August 3, 2022
Israel-based Talma Shlomo has embarked on an M&A program to expand its presence globally. Read More
Sabre on “long-term upward trajectory” as bookings recover
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Sabre on “long-term upward trajectory” as bookings recover
By Jill Menze | August 2, 2022
Sabre revenue was $658 million for the second quarter of 2022, driven in part by an increase in global air, hotel and other travel bookings. Read More
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News / Online
Google's three best practices to capture travel demand
By Mitra Sorrells | August 2, 2022
As travel-related searches increase, Google offers tips on how brands can use data to drive bookings. Read More
Thailand-based PTT Oil and Retail invests in Traveloka
News / Online
Thailand-based PTT Oil and Retail invests in Traveloka
By WiT | August 2, 2022
Both companies say the collaboration will provide growth opportunities in domestic and international markets. Read More
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From Our Partners / Technology
Video: Technology’s role in the renewal of travel
By PhocusWire | August 1, 2022
Amadeus Hospitality’s Joe Ahmed Youssef explains the new traveler trends hoteliers need to address and how technology can be a critical part of that strategy. Read More
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