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Squake raises €3.5M to meet rising demand for more sustainable choices
News / Startups
Squake raises €3.5M to meet rising demand for more sustainable choices
By Derek Catron | June 22, 2023
The Berlin-based climate tech startup intends to use the funding for technology research and development and new hires to meet customer demand.  ... Read More
New apps aim to help Black travelers find safe, seamless journeys
News / Technology
New apps aim to help Black travelers find safe, seamless journeys
By Nicole Edenedo – Travel Weekly | June 21, 2023
Technology is at the center of an expanding global safety net for Black travelers, as more entrepreneurs create apps that connect them with Black communities abroad.  ... Read More
4 key insights from Phocuswright Europe 2023
News / Online
4 key insights from Phocuswright Europe 2023
By Derek Catron | June 21, 2023
Clearing up a mystery over Airbnb’s marketing spend, balancing interests in the travel experience sector, calling for action on climate — they were all key moments during last week's conference.  ... Read More
HiJiffy lands €3.8M investment, looks to expand chatbot service
News / Startups
HiJiffy lands €3.8M investment, looks to expand chatbot service
By Linda Fox | June 21, 2023
The investment in the company was led by Caixa Capital with Lince Capital and existing investor Portugal Ventures also participating.... Read More
Amadeus' Maroto on hospitality, aviation pressure, leadership challenges
News / Technology
Amadeus' Maroto on hospitality, aviation pressure, leadership challenges
By Linda Fox | June 20, 2023
Luis Maroto, president and CEO of Amadeus, joined Phocuswright Europe 2023 to talk about the economy, distribution developments and potential growth opportunities for the company.... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: Overlap helps travelers track friends made along the way
Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Overlap helps travelers track friends made along the way
By Derek Catron | June 20, 2023
With personalized recommendations, location-based alerts and features that allow users to track and log their travels, Overlap is a comprehensive and user-friendly tool that helps travelers stay organized and build connections on the road.  ... Read More
Latin America super app Rappi has big ambitions in travel
News / Online
Latin America super app Rappi has big ambitions in travel
By Mitra Sorrells | June 20, 2023
With partnerships with Marriott and Amadeus, Rappi is finding ways to make its app the go-to place for travel bookings as well as many other daily essentials.... Read More
Beyonk adds $5.8M to fuel growth of experiences tech
News / Startups
Beyonk adds $5.8M to fuel growth of experiences tech
By Linda Fox | June 16, 2023
The investment in the London-based business comes from Fuel Ventures and will go towards growth in international markets and product innovation.  ... Read More
AI Insights: Generative AI for vacation rental metasearch
News / Technology
AI Insights: Generative AI for vacation rental metasearch
By PhocusWire | June 16, 2023
HomeToGo’s director of engineering, Mahendra Roopa, answers our questions about how the company is working with generative artificial intelligence technology.  ... Read More
Could generative AI make Google Maps a full travel app?
News / Technology
Could generative AI make Google Maps a full travel app?
By Linda Fox | June 16, 2023
A Lufthansa Innovation Hub study explores how generative AI could be the final piece of the map-based travel planning puzzle.... Read More
European regulators charge Google with breaching antitrust laws
News / Technology
European regulators charge Google with breaching antitrust laws
By Linda Fox | June 15, 2023
The regulatory body said it "takes issue" with the search giant giving preference to its own display advertising technology.... Read More
Mitigating travel risk for LGBTQ+ employees
Opinion / Online
Mitigating travel risk for LGBTQ+ employees
By Andrew Devereux - Healix | June 15, 2023
Companies need to understand how to properly support LGBTQ+ employees, especially during business travel and long-term work assignments. ... Read More
Microsoft, Trip.com and Kayak on their work with ChatGPT
News / Online
Microsoft, Trip.com and Kayak on their work with ChatGPT
By Derek Catron | June 15, 2023
Generative AI dominated conversations at Phocuswright Europe even before the discussion turned to its best-known tool.  ... Read More
Phocuswright Europe 2023 Day 3 in pictures
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Phocuswright Europe 2023 Day 3 in pictures
By Derek Catron | June 15, 2023
The 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference ended Wednesday in Barcelona. The three-day event was the company’s largest in Europe to date, with more than 600 attendees from nearly 50 countries.  ... Read More
Air Canada and Sabre reach distribution and retailing agreement
News / Distribution
Air Canada and Sabre reach distribution and retailing agreement
By Linda Fox | June 14, 2023
The partnership means Sabre-connected travel agents will be able to access Air Canada's NDC content in the coming months.... Read More
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