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How airlines can scratch the traveling itch and recoup revenues
Opinion / Technology
How airlines can scratch the traveling itch and recoup revenues
By Mike Slone - PROS | November 11, 2021
Airlines are feeling empowered to recoup the revenues that they lost during the pandemic. But challenges remain and a major shift in the way airlines leverage technology is required.... Read More
Hospitality tech startup Amenitiz nabs €6.5M for Europe expansion
News / Startups
Hospitality tech startup Amenitiz nabs €6.5M for Europe expansion
By Jill Menze | November 11, 2021
Point-Nine, Backed and Otium led the round, with angel investors including Travelperk’s Avi Meier, GoCardless’ Matt Robinson and Carlos Gonzales also participating.... Read More
Enso Connect bags $2M for rental guest platform
News / Startups
Enso Connect bags $2M for rental guest platform
By Linda Fox | November 10, 2021
Enso, which was founded in 2019, offers a guest experience platform combining artificial intelligence-led communication and smart home technologies.... Read More
FunNow secures $15M round, plans expansion to new countries
News / Online
FunNow secures $15M round, plans expansion to new countries
By Kevin May | November 10, 2021
Online travel agency KKday is one of a number of backers in the fellow Taiwan-based FunNow, alongside CDIB Capital, Darwin Ventures and Accuvest.... Read More
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Interview / Technology
In The Big Chair - Michelle McKinney Frymire of CWT
By Mitra Sorrells | November 10, 2021
Michelle McKinney Frymire became CEO of CWT in May 2021. She joined the company in 2019 after prior leadership roles at Starwood Vacation Ownership, Delta Air Lines and Continental Airlines.... Read More
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News / Online
Airbnb updates add host protections, automatic translations
By Mitra Sorrells | November 10, 2021
The company says the more than 50 updates are based on input from hosts and guests and in response to changes brought on by the pandemic.... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: RemoteDream helps travelers find and book work-friendly hotels and hostels
Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: RemoteDream helps travelers find and book work-friendly hotels and hostels
By Jill Menze | November 10, 2021
Founded in 2021, the startup caters to remote workers, travelers on workations and digital nomads.... Read More
Airline ancillary revenue expected to top $65.8B in 2021
News / Distribution
Airline ancillary revenue expected to top $65.8B in 2021
By Jill Menze | November 9, 2021
According to a report from CarTrawler, 2021 passenger traffic gains and consumer support for à la carte services could lead to a 13% increase over 2020.... Read More
The Phocuswright Conference 2021 - five questions for aviation executives
News / Distribution
The Phocuswright Conference 2021 - five questions for aviation executives
By PhocusWire | November 9, 2021
A panel this year, focusing on airline retailing and distribution, features Cory Garner (T2RL), Vajid Jafri (Onriva), Traci Mercer (Sabre) and Alex Zoghlin (ATPCO).... Read More
My Method... A tale of two zoos and conversational technology
News / Technology
My Method... A tale of two zoos and conversational technology
By Don White - Satisfi Labs | November 9, 2021
Travelers have put the spotlight on the trip planning process during the pandemic and providing reassurance to tourists has led to the implementation of new technologies. ... Read More
Q&A: SiteMinder on how it went public during a pandemic
News / Technology
Q&A: SiteMinder on how it went public during a pandemic
By Kevin May | November 9, 2021
We spoke to CEO Sankar Narayan, who took over from co-founder and managing director Mike Ford three years ago, at the end of the its first day of trading as a public company.... Read More
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News / Online
Tripadvisor CEO Steve Kaufer to retire after two decades at helm
By Mitra Sorrells | November 8, 2021
Tripadvisor announced the news in tandem with its financial report for the third quarter of 2021. Kaufer says he will remain in his position until a successor is named.... Read More
The hospitality industry's €768B journey to net zero
News / Technology
The hospitality industry's €768B journey to net zero
By Linda Fox | November 8, 2021
The accommodations industry is responsible for 10% of the total tourism sector's annual emissions.... Read More
Lime raises $523M round, promises $20M will go to net zero goal
News / Technology
Lime raises $523M round, promises $20M will go to net zero goal
November 8, 2021
The e-scooter and electric bike company received the capital from ADG, Fidelity, Highbridge and fellow ground transportation provider Uber.... Read More
VIDEOS: TravelTech Show 2021 winners - Tour Amigo, Grapevine and Koderly
News / Technology
VIDEOS: TravelTech Show 2021 winners - Tour Amigo, Grapevine and Koderly
By PhocusWire | November 8, 2021
Here are the respective product pitches and details, including commentary about their pandemic strategies and looking ahead from the three winners at this year's show.... Read More
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