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Cendyn acquires Digitalhotelier to enhance guest experience

By Kathryn Walson | August 4, 2022

The acquisition of Digitalhotelier will enable Cendyn to maximize direct bookings and enhance the guest experience.... Read More

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How tech helps destinations meet sustainability goals

By PhocusWire | August 4, 2022

At Phocuswright Europe, DMOs explained the role of digitization in meeting environmental and economic objectives.... Read More

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Boatsetter sails away with $38M for rental marketplace

By Jill Menze | August 4, 2022

Launched in 2014, Boatsetter's marketplace connects boat owners and licensed captains to renters.... Read More

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Booking Holdings nearly doubles revenue in Q2 2022

By Jill Menze | August 3, 2022

Revenues for Q2 2022 were up 99% year-on-year to $4.3 billion, while room nights booked surpassed 2019 levels.... Read More

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Can a chatbot alone manage travel disruptions?

By Kathryn Walson | August 3, 2022

While chatbot technology in travel has evolved, it can't replace everything a live agent can accomplish.... Read More

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Arbitrip hotel booking platform snapped up by Israel's Talma Shlomo

By Linda Fox | August 3, 2022

Israel-based Talma Shlomo has embarked on an M&A program to expand its presence globally.... Read More

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Video: Middle East OTA Rehlat on staying lean while growing

By Mitra Sorrells | August 3, 2022

Rehlat founder and CEO discusses the online travel agency's growth and how its self-service tools are enabling it to stay lean.... Read More

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Airbnb posts record Q2 income of $379M on $2.1B revenue

By Mitra Sorrells | August 2, 2022

Airbnb says growth in “Nights and Experiences booked” and strong daily rates drove revenue up 58% compared to Q2 2021.... Read More

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Sabre on “long-term upward trajectory” as bookings recover

By Jill Menze | August 2, 2022

Sabre revenue was $658 million for the second quarter of 2022, driven in part by an increase in global air, hotel and other travel bookings.... Read More

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Uber doubles revenue to $8.1 billion in Q2 2022

By Jill Menze | August 2, 2022

Gross bookings for the quarter also reached an all-time high, growing 33% to $29.1 billion.... Read More

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Google's three best practices to capture travel demand

By Mitra Sorrells | August 2, 2022

As travel-related searches increase, Google offers tips on how brands can use data to drive bookings.... Read More

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Thailand-based PTT Oil and Retail invests in Traveloka

By WiT | August 2, 2022

Both companies say the collaboration will provide growth opportunities in domestic and international markets.... Read More

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STARTUP STAGE: Govy aims to capitalize on demand for weekend getaways

By Kathryn Walson | August 1, 2022

Govy designs each trip package and "pushes" it to consumers through a visual feed similar to a social media platform. ... Read More

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Way2VAT to acquire DevoluIVA

By Michael B. Baker - BTN | August 1, 2022

Automated value-added tax recovery provider Way2VAT has signed an agreement to acquire Barcelona-based DevoluIVA.... Read More

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My Method... How Mapo Tapo drove efficiency for its tours via Easol

By Daniele Calvo Pollino - Mapo Tapo | August 1, 2022

Experience tours provider Mapo Tapo saved time and opened up more options to travelers by switching to Easol's integrated platform.... Read More

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