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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
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... 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... Read More
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Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Govy aims to capitalize on demand for weekend getaways
By Kathryn Walson | August 1, 2022
Govy designs each trip package and "pushes" it to consumers through a visual feed similar to a social... Read More
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News / Online
Mews launches venture arm to fuel growth and innovation in hospitality industry
By Kathryn Walson | July 28, 2022
Following three acquisitions in the past year, Mews has launched Mews Ventures to accelerate M&A... Read More
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News / Online
New alliance forms to advance women leaders in hospitality
By Kathryn Walson | July 27, 2022
The individual organizations will continue to work independently and will amplify their programs,... Read More
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News / Technology
Alaska Airlines launches electronic bag tags to streamline check-in
By Kathryn Walson | July 25, 2022
The electronic bag tags can be activated up to 24 hours before a flight via the Alaska Airlines app.... Read More
Op-ed July 22
Opinion / Online
We need a better CO2 metric - here it is
By Scott Gillespie - tClara | July 25, 2022
Achieving any significant climate goal requires aligning actions by airlines, companies and their... Read More
Travel brands expand TikTok presence to reach new audiences
News / Online
Travel brands expand TikTok presence to reach new audiences
By Kathryn Walson | July 21, 2022
Travel providers including Booking.com, Kayak and Carnival Cruise Line outline their TikTok... Read More
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News / Online
Last-minute flight bookings in Europe down from 2019
By Kathryn Walson | July 20, 2022
Last-minute reservations for flights within Europe were down 44% from 2019 levels as of July 10,... Read More
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