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Tough 2022 for travel startups as investors turn cautious
News / Startups
Tough 2022 for travel startups as investors turn cautious
By Linda Fox | December 12, 2022
Early stage rounds in particular have been highlighted as impacted by the more conservative approach from investors who, perhaps stung by the pandemic, turned to startups with a proven market fit.... Read More
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News / Online
Travel managers say online booking tools must support sustainability
By Kathryn Walson | December 12, 2022
The majority of buyers (75%) say they are dissatisfied with their online booking tool’s ability to include carbon budgets and carbon emissions at point of sale.... Read More
STR U.S. over Europe
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U.S. overtakes Europe for largest share of rental bookings
By Phocuswright Research | December 12, 2022
Phocuswright finds Europe’s loss in share of short-term rental bookings will be exacerbated by economic and war concerns, as well as increased regulatory restrictions in important markets.... Read More
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Interview / Technology
Video: Amadeus - Phocuswright Conference Launch innovator
By PhocusWire | December 12, 2022
The Amadeus Traveler Centric Platform provides a new, collaborative way for travel brands to share insights on the traveler journey and humanize the traveler’s experience.... Read More
Energy costs seen as biggest challenge for European hotels
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Energy costs seen as biggest challenge for European hotels
By Linda Fox | December 9, 2022
The Booking.com European Accommodation Barometer 2022, carried out by Statista, reveals that 80% of hoteliers rate the energy crisis as their biggest concern across all 10 countries in the report.... Read More
cabana funding round
News / Startups
Cabana fuels growth with $3M in fresh funding
By Kathryn Walson | December 9, 2022
Founded in 2019, the “mobile hotel” company was named a PhocusWire Hot 25 Startup for 2022.... Read More
Ekert Sabre distribution PCW 2022
News / Distribution
Sabre’s Ekert on economy, airline distribution trends
By Kathryn Walson | December 9, 2022
The 26-year travel industry veteran shared his outlook during an interview at The Phocuswright Conference 2022 in November.... Read More
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News / Technology
IATA and Travalyst will align emission calculations
By Mitra Sorrells | December 9, 2022
IATA also says governments must do more to create incentives for the production of sustainable aviation fuel, because airlines are demonstrating the demand exists.... Read More
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News / Online
TripActions picks up $400M in credit facilities to accelerate global growth
By Mitra Sorrells | December 8, 2022
The announcement comes two months after TripActions Series G funding that valued the company at $9.2 billion.... Read More
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News / Startups
American Express invests in hotel payment startup Selfbook
By Mitra Sorrells | December 8, 2022
Along with the investment, Selfbook says it is exploring collaboration with American Express on things such as streamlining payments and helping hotels expand their offerings.... Read More
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News / Distribution
IATA maps road to achieve modern airline retailing by 2030
By Linda Fox | December 8, 2022
IATA’s Modern Airline Retailing program is based on three pillars - customer identification, retailing with offers and delivery with orders.... Read More
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Interview / Startups
Video: Joyned - Phocuswright Conference Launch Innovator
By PhocusWire | December 8, 2022
Joyned is a social commerce-as-a-service website add-on that enables people to chat live and book together.... Read More
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Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Dondoo helps travelers navigate sensitive cultural interactions
By Kathryn Walson | December 8, 2022
Dondoo is a a web platform aimed at preventing awkward moments for travelers and promoting local traditions. ... Read More
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News / Startups
Sion secures $3.2M to help agents chase commission
By Linda Fox | December 7, 2022
The investment in the U.S.-based SaaS business was led by TIA Ventures with SmartFlyer and Virtuoso also involved.... Read More
Evaneos lands €20M to develop its sustainable tourism marketplace
News / Online
Evaneos lands €20M to develop its sustainable tourism marketplace
By Linda Fox | December 7, 2022
Existing investors Partech, Level Equity, Quadrille Capital, XAnge, Serena Capital and Bpifrance have come together to participate in the funding for the France-based travel platform.... Read More
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