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Plusgrade acquires UpStay to expand ancillary revenue solutions

By Kathryn Walson | January 31, 2023

Founded in 2009, Montreal-based Plusgrade says it has more than 200 airline, hospitality, cruise, rail... Read More

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Survey finds travel loyalty programs fall short of consumer expectations

By Kathryn Walson | January 31, 2023

The report, based on surveys conducted late last year, points to four key areas in which loyalty... Read More

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New efforts spotlight sustainability in rentals

By Kathryn Walson | January 31, 2023

While the hotel industry is awash in sustainability certifications, there is a dearth of them in the... Read More

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STARTUP STAGE: Connect-EZ provides in-app calling for travelers

By Kathryn Walson | January 27, 2023

Founded in 2020, the London-based company aims to make it easier for travelers to communicate with... Read More

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Viadi Group acquires majority interest in WhereToStay.com

By Kathryn Walson | January 27, 2023

The WhereToStay.com team will continue to operate from its Texas headquarters, with support from... Read More

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SITA partners with Zamna to digitize travel processes

By Kathryn Walson | January 26, 2023

Airlines and airports benefit from reduced processing times and less infrastructure needed to process... Read More

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The evolution of in-room voice tech in hospitality

By Kathryn Walson | January 25, 2023

Voice assistants help short-staffed hotels by answering routine questions that the front desk would... Read More

Interview / Startups

STARTUP STAGE: SquadTrip’s all-in-one platform streamlines trip planning

By Kathryn Walson | January 25, 2023

SquadTrip provides an SaaS trip booking and marketing platform for group travel organizers and... Read More

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Kampaoh secures €14M to fuel expansion throughout Europe

By Kathryn Walson | January 23, 2023

The funding round consists of €12.5 million of debt combined with €1.5 million from Kampoah’s current... Read More

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Hospitality communication tech provider Akia secures $6M

By Kathryn Walson | January 20, 2023

Akia says its two-way communication platform, powered by artificial intelligence, helps hotelsp... Read More

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