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VIDEO: Vizergy - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
Interview / Distribution
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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News / Online
Four travel CEOs on thriving through 2020
By Mitra Sorrells | December 17, 2020
The CEOs of Serko, RedDoorz, Journera and Hopper detail what they've done to finish 2020 on a strong note.... Read More
What to expect from hotel tech in 2021
Opinion / Technology
What to expect from hotel tech in 2021
By Juan Carlos Abello - Nuvola | December 17, 2020
Technology will be one of the biggest tools at the hospitality industry’s disposal to enhance health and safety standards upon reopening and gaining the trust of travelers in 2021.... Read More
VIDEO: Is Asia a model for global travel recovery?
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VIDEO: Is Asia a model for global travel recovery?
By Jill Menze | December 17, 2020
At The Phocuswright Conference, a panel of experts discusses how local trends in Asia are impacting the global travel marketplace.... Read More
WEBINAR REPLAY: Embedding payments into your contactless airport experience
News / Technology
WEBINAR REPLAY: Embedding payments into your contactless airport experience
By PhocusWire | December 16, 2020
As the demand for a contactless airport experience grows airlines need to ensure they can provide passengers with a safe airport environment while not losing out on revenue opportunities.... Read More
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Opinion / Technology
Six tech trends paving the way for transformation in aviation
By David Lavorel - SITA | December 16, 2020
Advances in technologies such as biometrics and blockchain are accelerating change in the aviation industry.... Read More
VIDEO: New Reality With... Dr. Erik Lium of Mount Sinai Health System
News / Technology
VIDEO: New Reality With... Dr. Erik Lium of Mount Sinai Health System
By PhocusWire | December 16, 2020
The next guest on the New Reality With... series is Dr. Erik Lium, chief commercial innovation officer for the Mount Sinai Health System, an integrated health care system providing medical care to local and global communities.... Read More
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Opinion / Online
Uncovering and understanding the modern hotel guest
By Joel Montaniel - SevenRooms | December 16, 2020
As hoteliers implement new technologies and prioritize health and safety initiatives, they should not forget the value of traditional pillars of hospitality such as personalization and great food and beverage experiences.   ... Read More
How Amazon Web Services wants to aid travel brands in recovery
News / Technology
How Amazon Web Services wants to aid travel brands in recovery
By Jill Menze | December 16, 2020
Through its new Competency Partner program and work with organizations like Star Alliance, AWS is helping travel brands address new demands brought on by COVID-19.... Read More
The best How I Got Here episodes in 2020
News / Online
The best How I Got Here episodes in 2020
By PhocusWire | December 15, 2020
PhocusWire and Mozio produced 32 episodes of their weekly How I Got Here podcast during 2020. Here is the full list and a selection of our favorites.... Read More
VIDEO: Getting meaningful strategies and direction from travel data
News / Technology
VIDEO: Getting meaningful strategies and direction from travel data
By Linda Fox | December 15, 2020
Speaking at The Phocuswright Conference, 3Victors CEO Rick Seaney explains how travel brands can best derive meaningful insights from data.... Read More
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Interview / Startups
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
FareCompare acquired by fellow travel search brand Turismocity
News / Online
FareCompare acquired by fellow travel search brand Turismocity
By Kevin May | December 15, 2020
FareCompare was created by Rick Seaney and Graeme Wallace in 2006, joining the U.S. market at the same time as Kayak, SideStep, FareCast and a string of other metasearch startups. ... Read More
Why true diversity and inclusion demands a global approach
Opinion / Online
Why true diversity and inclusion demands a global approach
By Gillian Tans - Booking.com | December 15, 2020
Fighting for equal representation means fighting for the recovery of our industry - and it’s vital for the future of travel.... Read More
WEBINAR REPLAY! Reimagining travel payments for stronger 2021 recovery
News / Technology
WEBINAR REPLAY! Reimagining travel payments for stronger 2021 recovery
By PhocusWire | December 14, 2020
Join our travel payments experts and gain valuable insights about redesigning your global payments strategy for a faster and stronger recovery.... Read More
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