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Your.Rentals tops up funding to fuel growth and tech development
News / Technology
Your.Rentals tops up funding to fuel growth and tech development
By Linda Fox | October 23, 2023
The Denmark-based company had announced €2.15 million in funding earlier this year and has now added investment from Trind Ventures to the round.... Read More
General Atlantic acquires stake in travel distribution platform TBO
News / Distribution
General Atlantic acquires stake in travel distribution platform TBO
By Linda Fox | October 23, 2023
TBO's platform simplifies travel for suppliers across the hotel, airline, car rental and other segments by connecting them with buyers via its platform.... Read More
Where are they now? Checking in with our Hot 25 Startups for 2021
News / Startups
Where are they now? Checking in with our Hot 25 Startups for 2021
By Morgan Hines | October 23, 2023
Troop, Anyplace, Buser, Pace, Tripkicks, Kyte and Zamna check in with PhocusWire three years after being named part of our Hot 25 for 2021.... Read More
Expedia Group announces Air Miles, Afterpay partnerships
News / Online
Expedia Group announces Air Miles, Afterpay partnerships
By Morgan Hines | October 20, 2023
Expedia Group continues B2B growth measures with two new partnerships.... Read More
How AI can help travel brands hit the mark with digital marketing
Opinion / Online
How AI can help travel brands hit the mark with digital marketing
By Michele Nemschoff – Persado | October 20, 2023
With a little technology help, travel and hospitality brands can make the most of the travel boom and create a digital experience that drives customer conversion, loyalty and revenue.... Read More
Industry leaders on the outlook for tours, activities and attractions
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Industry leaders on the outlook for tours, activities and attractions
By Mitra Sorrells | October 20, 2023
Viator CCO Sarah Dines, Rezdy CEO Chris Atkin and investor Michael Zeisser were among the panelists discussing the tours and activities sector at Arival 360 Orlando.... Read More
TripStack onboards NokAir for virtual interlining technology
News / Technology
TripStack onboards NokAir for virtual interlining technology
By Linda Fox | October 19, 2023
The technology, called Self Connect for Airlines, enables carriers to retain customers who come to an airline website seeking a destination that the airline does not serve.... Read More
AI Insights: Generative AI to improve the RV rental search experience
News / Technology
AI Insights: Generative AI to improve the RV rental search experience
By PhocusWire | October 19, 2023
RVshare's Melissa Turner Fortenberry answers our questions about how the company is working with generative AI technology.... Read More
Q&A: Mondee’s vice chairman talks AI strategy, acquisitions, going public
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Q&A: Mondee’s vice chairman talks AI strategy, acquisitions, going public
By Morgan Hines | October 19, 2023
Mondee is combining AI with human support to help anyone sell travel - and the newly-public company has big plans for growth. ... Read More
Katanox adds short-term rental supply for business travel with TrustedStays partnership
News / Distribution
Katanox adds short-term rental supply for business travel with TrustedStays partnership
By Mitra Sorrells | October 18, 2023
The deal with TrustedStays, and a similar one recently with YAYS Group, are part of Katanox's effort to serve the growing demand for short-term rentals from business travelers.... Read More
Lanes & Planes lands $35M in Series B funding
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Lanes & Planes lands $35M in Series B funding
By Morgan Hines | October 18, 2023
Software as a Service provider Lanes & Planes secures Series B funding led by Smash Capital as it seeks expansion.... Read More
HomeToGo partners with GetYourGuide
News / Online
HomeToGo partners with GetYourGuide
By Morgan Hines | October 18, 2023
Home rental platform HomeToGo is partnering with GetYourGuide to highlight experiences for travelers booking vacation rentals.... Read More
Anyplace raises $10.27M for remote work-friendly rentals
News / Startups
Anyplace raises $10.27M for remote work-friendly rentals
By Derek Catron | October 18, 2023
The Launch fund spearheaded the funding round, which brings total funding for Anyplace — a PhocusWire Hot 25 Startup for 2021 — to $18 million.  ... Read More
Apartool raises €5.5M with Lionel Messi among investors
News / Startups
Apartool raises €5.5M with Lionel Messi among investors
By Linda Fox | October 18, 2023
Apartool will use the funds for further technology development for the serviced apartment platform as well as geographic expansion.... Read More
Booking, Expedia, Tripadvisor form coalition to fight fake reviews
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Booking, Expedia, Tripadvisor form coalition to fight fake reviews
By Derek Catron | October 17, 2023
The coalition, which also includes Amazon, Glassdoor and Trustpilot, seeks to work together on developing common standards and best practices to root out fake reviews and ensure consumers can make informed purchase decisions.  ... Read More
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