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Airbnb, Mondee moves signal role of acquisitions in travel's race for AI
News / Technology
Airbnb, Mondee moves signal role of acquisitions in travel's race for AI
By Morgan Hines & Linda Fox | November 17, 2023
Last week's acquisitions by Airbnb and Mondee reflect a business strategy of chasing speed as the travel industry heads enter the AI race.... Read More
Kayak partners with crypto travel booking service Travala
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Kayak partners with crypto travel booking service Travala
By Derek Catron | November 17, 2023
The integration will enhance Travala’s exposure, showcasing its hotel and flight offerings side by side with more traditional travel platforms.  ... Read More
The Phocuswright Conference 2023 in pictures
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The Phocuswright Conference 2023 in pictures
By PhocusWire | November 17, 2023
Check out a sampling of photos from The Phocuswright Conference, which drew thousands of leading travel professionals to South Florida for three days of panel discussions, executive interviews and lots of networking.... Read More
Earnings roundup: EDreams, Flight Centre and Sonder
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Earnings roundup: EDreams, Flight Centre and Sonder
By Linda Fox | November 17, 2023
Highlights from the latest financial updates of eDreams Odigeo, Flight Centre and Sonder.... Read More
5 key takeaways from The Phocuswright Conference
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5 key takeaways from The Phocuswright Conference
By PhocusWire | November 17, 2023
Whether you were at the 2023 Phocuswright Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, or whether you’ve taken interest from afar, there is plenty to catch up on after a string of panels, sessions, gatherings and interviews.... Read More
European lawmakers agree on registration system for short-term rental hosts and platforms
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European lawmakers agree on registration system for short-term rental hosts and platforms
By Linda Fox | November 16, 2023
As a first step towards shaking short-term rentals rules across Europe, lawmakers have agreed on draft regulation for a registration system and data sharing.... Read More
Aruba preps full launch of passport-free arrivals process
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Aruba preps full launch of passport-free arrivals process
By Mitra Sorrells | November 16, 2023
The Aruba Happy One Pass is one of the first implementations of a digital travel credential using biometric technology and automatic border control gates.... Read More
Phocuswright inducts Flo Lugli and Steve Kaufer to Hall of Fame
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Phocuswright inducts Flo Lugli and Steve Kaufer to Hall of Fame
By PhocusWire | November 16, 2023
The latest inductees to the Phocuswright Hall of Fame are Flo Lugli, principal at Navesink, and Tripadvisor founder Steve Kaufer.    ... Read More
“Kayak killer”? Hafner, English swap barbs, talk new ventures
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“Kayak killer”? Hafner, English swap barbs, talk new ventures
By Derek Catron | November 16, 2023
Kayak CEO Steve Hafner and co-founder Paul English, now with Deets, took the stage together Wednesday at The Phocuswright Conference in Fort Lauderdale. Sparks flew.  ... Read More
Announcing The Phocuswright Conference 2023 Innovation: Launch Winners
News / Startups
Announcing The Phocuswright Conference 2023 Innovation: Launch Winners
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2023
Eleven companies presented in Phocuswright Innovation Launch and the winners represent the most promising of this elite group.... Read More
How to capture Gen Z travelers’ interest on social media
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How to capture Gen Z travelers’ interest on social media
By Morgan Hines | November 14, 2023
Meta, Snap Inc. and Hostelworld share steps to take for brands looking to attract a younger traveling audience on social media.... Read More
Airbnb acquires GamePlanner.AI
News / Technology
Airbnb acquires GamePlanner.AI
By Morgan Hines | November 14, 2023
Airbnb emphasizes artificial intelligence focus with a near $200 million acquisition.... Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2024: Point.me
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2024: Point.me
By PhocusWire | November 14, 2023
Point.me is the first-of-its-kind flight search that enables travelers to redeem their airline and credit card rewards for better flights - for fewer points.... Read More
Travel M&A activity heats up in post-pandemic era
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Travel M&A activity heats up in post-pandemic era
By Linda Fox | November 14, 2023
The report tracked a total of 1,758 companies sold between 2014 and Q3 2023 with the majority of the deals taking place in Europe, 42%, and the United States, 38%.... Read More
Evolving fintech in travel's super apps
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Evolving fintech in travel's super apps
By Phocuswright Research | November 14, 2023
This excerpt from Phocuswright’s Super Apps Secret Sauce explores the interplay between super apps and travel consumption.  ... Read More
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