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Vrbo outranks other OTAs as most downloaded travel app

By Kathryn Walson | July 14, 2022

Vrbo had 10 million downloads in the first half of 2022 – the same amount it had in all of 2021.... Read More

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VIDEO: Mobee Travel helps people with disabilities travel around the world

By PhocusWire | July 14, 2022

Executives from Mobee Travel explain the comprehensive services the startup provides for people with accessibility needs.... Read More

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Ariane Gorin on Expedia Group’s reimagined marketplace

By PhocusWire | July 14, 2022

Speaking during Phocuswright Europe, Ariane Gorin says the "sky's the limit" in what's possible with Expedia Group's technology.... Read More

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Swvl acquires shared mobility platform Urbvan

By Linda Fox | July 13, 2022

The acquisition of Mexico-based Urbvan is Swvl’s sixth this year.... Read More

Interview / Online

In The Big Chair - Dhruv Shringi of Yatra

By Linda Fox | July 13, 2022

Dhruv Shringi is co-founder and CEO of Yatra, having launched the company in 2006 and listing it on the Nasdaq 10 years later.... Read More

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From OTAs, travelers want more price predictability, travel updates

By Kathryn Walson | July 13, 2022

According to a report from OAG, North American travelers say OTAs can improve the booking experience through better price predictability and more real-time updates.... Read More

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VIDEO: Atlas wants to help travelers discover the world - affordably

By PhocusWire | July 13, 2022

Atlas founder and CEO Mary Li explains how the travel tech company facilitates the booking of inexpensive airfare.... Read More

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Holibob raises $12M to strengthen tours and activities tech

By Jill Menze | July 12, 2022

Holibob says the Series A round will help capitalize on the tours and activities distribution specialist’s recent growth.... Read More

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Google, Travalyst and more on travel’s path to sustainability

By PhocusWire | July 12, 2022

Travel leaders from Google, Travalyst, Booking.com and Byway discuss current efforts and future plans related to sustainable travel.... Read More

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Difficulty making payments sours guests’ hotel experience

By Kathryn Walson | July 12, 2022

Guests are twice as likely to experience anxiety and uncertainty when making hotel payments than in making everyday payments.... Read More

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Flight subscription platform Caravelo looks toward growth with €3M haul

By Jill Menze | July 11, 2022

The support for the Barcelona-based company brings Caravelo’s total funding to €5.7 million.... Read More

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Short-term rental demand hits record levels in U.S.

By Kathryn Walson | July 11, 2022

Demand for short-term rentals in the U.S. is projected to climb an average of 20.3% from 2021 to 2022.... Read More

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Interview / Startups

VIDEO: TrustedHousesitters - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2022

By PhocusWire | July 11, 2022

TrustedHousesitters is a subscription platform connecting people looking for pet care with pet sitters looking for travel.... Read More

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Key developments in China’s online travel market

By Phocuswright Research | July 11, 2022

While many are eager to return to travel, the China market is not anticipated to return to pre-pandemic levels before 2024.... Read More

Opinion / Technology

Better spaces, better tech drive experiential hospitality

By Jason Fudin - Placemakr | July 8, 2022

Brands that provide tech-enabled services in spaces designed to meet the new needs of customers will drive loyalty and growth into the future.... Read More

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