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Airbnb says it will IPO in 2020
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Airbnb says it will IPO in 2020
By Kevin May | September 19, 2019
A listing of Airbnb on the public markets will, following those for Uber and Lyft during 2019, be one of the most eagerly awaited IPOs in the travel industry in years.... Read More
Sojern DMO co-op program
News / Online
Sojern launches co-op marketing program for DMOs and local businesses
By Mitra Sorrells | September 19, 2019
Sojern's new Digital Co-Op Program is intended to help DMOs create campaigns in collaboration with local hotels and attractions.... Read More
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News / Distribution
Loyalty programs still the biggest ancillary earner for most airlines
By Linda Fox | September 19, 2019
The latest study of airline ancillary revenue reveals those earning the most for extras such as legroom, meals and bags.... Read More
VIDEO: Air New Zealand on using a destination to ride the marketing wave
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VIDEO: Air New Zealand on using a destination to ride the marketing wave
By Kevin May | September 19, 2019
The airline has worked with national tourism groups, movie producers and actors to put New Zealand's recent role as a hub for film making at the center of its marketing.... Read More
Airbnb 25m investment affordable housing and small biz
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Airbnb will invest $25M in affordable housing and small businesses
By Mitra Sorrells | September 19, 2019
Airbnb is investing $25 million in affordable housing and small businesses in San Francisco and Los Angeles.... Read More
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Interview / Distribution
How I Got Here, episode 5 - Philippe Chereque of American Express GBT
By Kevin May | September 19, 2019
One of the original executives at Amadeus and now the president at American Express GBT joins Kevin May and David Litwak for the latest episode.... Read More
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News / Startups
AvantStay locks in $20M in funding, looks to expand short-term rental portfolio
By Linda Fox | September 18, 2019
AvantStay is looking to bring in more properties for its short-term rentals for groups concept following $20 million in funding.... Read More
What’s good for millennial travelers is good for all generations
Opinion / Online
What’s good for millennial travelers is good for all generations
By Matt Walker - LikeWhere | September 18, 2019
The soft boundary lines have come in this not-so-exact science of generation naming and these parameters no longer circumscribe the soundest foundation on which to base travel's marketing efforts. ... Read More
Lavanda houses $5M capital raise as real estate and hospitality get closer
News / Technology
Lavanda houses $5M capital raise as real estate and hospitality get closer
By Kevin May | September 17, 2019
The U.K.-based company had previously raised two angels tranches in the $1.5 million range in 2016 and 2017.... Read More
marriott expedia wholesale rate distribution
News / Distribution
Marriott tightens reins on wholesale rates by tapping Expedia to manage distribution
By Mitra Sorrells | September 17, 2019
Expedia Group and Marriott International have signed an agreement that makes Expedia Group the single gateway and redistributor for Marriott wholesale inventory.  ... Read More
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News / Technology
Trust and finding the right option are top traveler frustrations online
By Linda Fox | September 17, 2019
Trust issues and lengthy search processes are the top frustrations for travelers in Travelport's Global Digital Traveler study.... Read More
Doug Lansky on destination management
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Q&A: Doug Lansky on "unbalanced" tourism and tech's role in destination management
By Mitra Sorrells | September 17, 2019
Author and speaker Doug Lansky says a digital infrastructure will enable destinations to manage visitor volume and timing.... Read More
Holidu raises €40M to target new markets and boost Bookiply distribution platform
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Holidu raises €40M to target new markets and boost Bookiply distribution platform
By Kevin May | September 17, 2019
The round eclipses the $20 million brought in by HomeToGo in April 2016 and the $35 million for the ill-fated Tripping in the same year.... Read More
tripadvisor new transparency report
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TripAdvisor shares fake review data in new “Transparency Report”
By Mitra Sorrells | September 16, 2019
TripAdvisor has created its first "Review Transparency Report" detailing its processes and rate of fraud detection.... Read More
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VIDEO: Air France KLM on sales across social, China and being where customers are
By Linda Fox | September 16, 2019
PhocusWire spoke to Air France-KLM vice president of digital strategy Guido van Til about the social media strategy across the airlines and staying on top of digital developments.... Read More
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