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Hotel payment and booking company Selfbook partners with Affirm
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Hotel payment and booking company Selfbook partners with Affirm
By Morgan Hines | August 21, 2023
Selfbook and Affirm are linking up to provide “flexible payment options” to hotel bookings.... Read More
Data strategies for CVBs in a cookieless future
Opinion / Technology
Data strategies for CVBs in a cookieless future
By Michael Skladony – Semcasting | August 21, 2023
As CVBs and destination marketers prepare for the cookieless future, it becomes crucial to explore strategies for collecting and utilizing first-party data effectively.  ... Read More
The opportunities ahead for ground transportation in the travel industry
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The opportunities ahead for ground transportation in the travel industry
By Mitra Sorrells | August 21, 2023
Mozio CEO Nicole Forson and SilverRail co-founder and CEO Aaron Gowell discuss how innovation and collaboration can play a role in creating more - and better - opportunities for door-to-door ground transportation.... Read More
AI Insights: Generative AI to drive efficiencies in business travel
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AI Insights: Generative AI to drive efficiencies in business travel
By PhocusWire | August 21, 2023
CWT's John Pelant answers our questions about the areas the travel management company is applying generative artificial intelligence technology to.... Read More
Transforming brand loyalty into brand love
Opinion / Online
Transforming brand loyalty into brand love
By Tim Davis – Pace Dimensions | August 18, 2023
How hotel businesses in this volatile market can evolve their loyalty programs to build brand preference and affinity.  ... Read More
Vervotech acquired as Constellation continues acquisition spree
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Vervotech acquired as Constellation continues acquisition spree
By Linda Fox | August 18, 2023
Founded in India in 2018, Vervotech will continue to operate independently but be able to further develop its products through Juniper’s resources and industry experience.... Read More
Wego CEO on the Middle East’s travel boom, generative AI and more
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Wego CEO on the Middle East’s travel boom, generative AI and more
By Mitra Sorrells | August 18, 2023
Wego CEO Ross Veitch explains why he's bullish on the future of tourism in the Middle East and how generative AI-powered chat interfaces could become the new "gatekeepers" for e-commerce.... Read More
U.S. online channel share expected to remain unchanged through 2026
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U.S. online channel share expected to remain unchanged through 2026
By Phocuswright Research | August 18, 2023
Changing traveler behavior from 2020-2022 has brought about several noteworthy shifts, some of which are expected to endure for a considerable period, particularly related to travel distribution.... Read More
As interest in female-led travel grows, new solutions arise
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As interest in female-led travel grows, new solutions arise
By Morgan Hines | August 17, 2023
Interest in travel experiences tailored for female travelers is on the rise, and companies like WayAway are responding to the trend with services and products tailored to this audience.... Read More
Despegar reports record quarter for revenue
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Despegar reports record quarter for revenue
By Linda Fox | August 17, 2023
The Latin America OTA reported its first positive quarter since 2019 with net income of $28 million.... Read More
AI Insights: Generative AI in hotel search and booking
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AI Insights: Generative AI in hotel search and booking
By PhocusWire | August 17, 2023
Geneceby Demir, CTO of Otelz, answers our questions about how the company is working with generative artificial intelligence technology.... Read More
You, Me & The Machine: The Phocuswright Conference 2023
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You, Me & The Machine: The Phocuswright Conference 2023
By PhocusWire | August 17, 2023
Make plans to attend The Phocuswright Conference in November for Center Stage sessions featuring industry leaders along with dedicated programs for innovation, diversity, Young Leaders and more.... Read More
Hopper adds Air Canada as first airline partner for Hopper Cloud
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Hopper adds Air Canada as first airline partner for Hopper Cloud
By Derek Catron | August 16, 2023
For a fee, travelers can add Hopper-powered “Cancel for Any Reason” to eligible non-refundable fare types booked on the Air Canada website.  ... Read More
Power of data and analytics in tackling travel disruption
Opinion / Online
Power of data and analytics in tackling travel disruption
By Emily Weiss – Accenture | August 16, 2023
To prepare for disruption, airlines and airports can put innovative data and “applied intelligence” assets to use, unlocking significant value and driving the next level of performance.... Read More
Travel tech platform Mondee acquires Skypass, reports Q2 net revenue of $57M
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Travel tech platform Mondee acquires Skypass, reports Q2 net revenue of $57M
By Mitra Sorrells | August 15, 2023
Skypass is the fourth acquisition for Texas-based Mondee this year, as the company looks to expand both geographically and into new content and distribution channels.... Read More
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