Interviews

STARTUP STAGE: The Tarzan Way wants to celebrate the uniqueness of every traveler
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STARTUP STAGE: The Tarzan Way wants to celebrate the uniqueness of every traveler
By Jill Menze | January 6, 2021
The India-based startup wants to revamp the traveler experience by making it more streamlined and customer-friendly.... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: Touriosity wants to help tour operators increase direct bookings
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STARTUP STAGE: Touriosity wants to help tour operators increase direct bookings
By Jill Menze | January 4, 2021
The nonprofit OTA Touriosity aims to help tour and activity providers increase direct bookings while complementing their own direct marketing efforts.... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: SmartNomad wants to make trip planning a one-click experience
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STARTUP STAGE: SmartNomad wants to make trip planning a one-click experience
By Linda Fox | December 29, 2020
The New York-based company initially wants to offer the service to online travel agencies and travel management companies.... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: Port provides remote guides for events and tours
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STARTUP STAGE: Port provides remote guides for events and tours
By Mitra Sorrells | December 24, 2020
Port enables users to visit destinations or attend business events or trade shows through live video calls with remote guides.... Read More
VIDEO: Mystifly - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
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VIDEO: Mystifly - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | December 22, 2020
Mystifly offers a tech stack for traditional and low-cost airline shopping, aggregation, retailing, consolidation and payments – all through a single platform.... Read More
VIDEO: Vizergy - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
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VIDEO: Vizergy - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | December 17, 2020
Cloud innovation makes digital sales and marketing simple with an all-in-one platform. Are you ready to simplify your digital?... Read More
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STARTUP STAGE: WKND curates local weekend adventure packages
By Mitra Sorrells | December 15, 2020
 WKND is targeting millennials with what it calls a retreats-as-a-service platform that provides personalized adventure packages within a three-hour drive.  ... Read More
Q&A: Airbnb's Joe Gebbia talks milestone IPO
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Q&A: Airbnb's Joe Gebbia talks milestone IPO
By Jill Menze | December 11, 2020
Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia speaks to Airbnb's debut on the public markets, how it has adapted during the pandemic and the company’s long-term vision. ... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: JetCamp wants a slice of the European camping market
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STARTUP STAGE: JetCamp wants a slice of the European camping market
By Linda Fox | December 7, 2020
JetCamp has just received early-stage funding from Falkensteiner Ventures to help it accelerate growth in Europe.... Read More
VIDEO: Tripkicks - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
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VIDEO: Tripkicks - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | December 1, 2020
Tripkicks integrates with corporate online booking tools, so travelers can see real-time insights and alerts about their travel while booking their trip.... Read More
VIDEO: Kyte - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
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VIDEO: Kyte - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | November 30, 2020
Kyte is an airline retail platform empowering airlines and travel agencies to maximise their customer experience and retailing.... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: FareUpThere rewards travelers for airline reviews
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STARTUP STAGE: FareUpThere rewards travelers for airline reviews
By Linda Fox | November 30, 2020
The U.S. company collects flight reviews and enables travelers to earn points for giving their feedback. The startup also provides data to airlines on the passenger experience.... Read More
VIDEO: Wayaj - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
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VIDEO: Wayaj - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | November 27, 2020
Reducing carbon emissions on every hotel booking/trip made globally to combat climate change.... Read More
VIDEO: Smooss - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
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VIDEO: Smooss - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | November 26, 2020
Smooss helps travel companies increase revenue and improve customer experience with its solutions designed on top of reservation systems.... Read More
VIDEO: BeRightBack - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
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VIDEO: BeRightBack - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | November 25, 2020
Billed as the Netflix of travel, BeRightBack is the world's first travel subscription service that removes all of the hassle for travelers.... Read More