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With travel existing virtually, startup CEOs share tips on staying upbeat and creative
News / Startups
With travel existing virtually, startup CEOs share tips on staying upbeat and creative
By Linda Fox | May 1, 2020
Founders and execs discuss over-communicating and staying upbeat during the coronavirus crisis.... Read More
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Interview / Startups
Sounding Off: Survival of the fittest is a mental game
By PhocusWire | May 1, 2020
The most important role that founders and executive teams can take on now is disseminating the strategic gaps quickly and identifying who is the best placed in an organization to take on the duty of solving the problem.... Read More
Without travel, is there room for influencer marketing?
News / Online
Without travel, is there room for influencer marketing?
By Jill Menze | May 1, 2020
The COVID-19 crisis has not only brought the physical act of traveling to a halt – but it’s also stopped travel brands from distributing marketing dollars in the same ways they did prior to the pandemic.... Read More
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News / Online
Hospitality reports point to uptick in hotel activity
By Mitra Sorrells | May 1, 2020
RateGain and STR have released data that hints at a slight increase in demand for hotel rooms.... Read More
How aviation should plan for a different sector to emerge post-coronavirus
News / Distribution
How aviation should plan for a different sector to emerge post-coronavirus
By Linda Fox | April 30, 2020
No one can safely predict how long it will take for the industry to bounce back, but aviation experts are hoping for a return to 80% of pre-COVID-19 levels in two to three years. ... Read More
Coronavirus is reshaping the airport experience of the future, part 2
Opinion / Technology
Coronavirus is reshaping the airport experience of the future, part 2
By Omar Abou Faraj - Dubz | April 30, 2020
The envisioned airport of the future would leverage intelligent operational and passenger technologies, along with innovation in AI, bio-metrics and mobility.... Read More
InPhocus, episode 8 - A chance to use your time wisely
News / Startups
InPhocus, episode 8 - A chance to use your time wisely
By PhocusWire | April 30, 2020
Travel startups, perhaps more nimble than their larger peers in the industry, should use this opportunity to take a deep breath, ensure the finances will keep the lights on and think differently.... Read More
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News / Startups
Frontdesk secures $6.8M Series A, targets longer stays due to COVID-19
By Mitra Sorrells | April 30, 2020
Frontdesk has secured a $6.8 million Series A round from its existing investors as it aims to provide an alternative to lengthy apartment leases.... Read More
Diving trips platform Zublu adds $1M in seed funding
News / Startups
Diving trips platform Zublu adds $1M in seed funding
By Linda Fox | April 29, 2020
The round was led by Wavemaker Partners, with Mana Impact, She1k and angel investors also participating.... Read More
Google takes initial hit from scaling back of travel search ads
News / Online
Google takes initial hit from scaling back of travel search ads
By Kevin May | April 29, 2020
The search giant's parent Alphabet recorded its first quarter results of 2020 with a revenue increase of 13% year-over-year to $41.2 billion.... Read More
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News / Distribution
Behind GetYourGuide's strategy of zero bookings and zero layoffs
By Mitra Sorrells | April 29, 2020
The Berlin-based tours and activities brand has implemented voluntary reductions in hours and pay for more than half of its employees to cut expenses at a time when it expects no new revenue.... Read More
Amid travel slowdown, consumers remain frustrated on social media
News / Online
Amid travel slowdown, consumers remain frustrated on social media
By Jill Menze | April 29, 2020
According to a report from Sparkloft Media, COVID-19-related conversations on social media have fallen, though consumers are still anxious about the crisis.... Read More
VIDEO: New Reality With... Clayton Reid of MMGY Global
News / Online
VIDEO: New Reality With... Clayton Reid of MMGY Global
By PhocusWire | April 28, 2020
The first guest on the New Reality With... series is Clayton Reid, CEO of MMGY Global, one of the leading marketing agencies devoted to the travel and entertainment industries.... Read More
Airlines could look to subscription services as a core part of revenue going forward
News / Distribution
Airlines could look to subscription services as a core part of revenue going forward
By Linda Fox | April 28, 2020
PROS looks at whether airline annual subscription services could be a strong revenue stream for carriers in the wake of coronavirus.... Read More
Coronavirus is reshaping the airport experience of the future, part 1
Opinion / Technology
Coronavirus is reshaping the airport experience of the future, part 1
By Omar Abou Faraj - Dubz | April 28, 2020
Airport technology and new customer interfaces can play a huge role in making the industry more resilient during a pandemic crisis, not to mention bringing in massive and sustainable operational and commercial benefits.... Read More