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RootRez raises $1.8M to launch lodging e-commerce software in new markets
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RootRez raises $1.8M to launch lodging e-commerce software in new markets
By Jill Menze | October 13, 2022
Founded in 2015, Utah-based RootRez provides destination tourism organizations with a fully customizable white-label booking engine to help drive local economic demand.... Read More
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Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Voyagu is a new OTA that provides dedicated advisors
By Mitra Sorrells | October 13, 2022
Founded in 2020, Voyagu is a travel management platform and marketplace that connects travelers with advisors that provide service throughout a trip.  ... Read More
Can tech help travel brands meet growing expectations?
News / Technology
Can tech help travel brands meet growing expectations?
By Alfred Siew - Techgoondu | October 13, 2022
Travel executives from Agoda, Klook and more discuss why the industry must work harder to deliver new experiences.... Read More
TripActions raises $304M for further expansion
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TripActions raises $304M for further expansion
By Linda Fox | October 12, 2022
The funds consist of $154 million in equity provided by new and existing investors combined with a $150 million capital structure investment led by Coatue.... Read More
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News / Online
Standardized data key to air industry sustainability
By Kathryn Walson | October 12, 2022
ATPCO panelists say sustainable aviation initiatives can only work with transparency and industry standardization.... Read More
American Airlines and Black Enterprise hold hackathon for students of HBCUs
News / Technology
American Airlines and Black Enterprise hold hackathon for students of HBCUs
By Jill Menze | October 12, 2022
The BE Smart Hackathon, hosted by American Airlines, brought together more than 100 students from 19 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).... Read More
Q&A: Travel Technology Association on DOT transparency proposals
News / Distribution
Q&A: Travel Technology Association on DOT transparency proposals
By Robert Sik - Travel Weekly | October 12, 2022
Stewart Alvarez, president of the Travel Technology Association discusses how the DOT's proposal around disclosing ancillary fees might affect members.... Read More
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News / Technology
Delta Invests $60M in air taxi company Joby Aviation
By Donna M. Airoldi - BTN | October 12, 2022
The carrier plans to use electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for home-to-airport transportation.... Read More
ATPCO commits to move industry to 80% dynamic fares by 2026
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ATPCO commits to move industry to 80% dynamic fares by 2026
By Mitra Sorrells | October 11, 2022
ATPCO estimates that approximately 15% of fares in the market today are dynamically generated.... Read More
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Google adds new tools to help tours and attractions operators target customers
By Kathryn Walson | October 11, 2022
Google Maps now displays ticket prices for attractions to help people quickly compare prices across different partners.... Read More
Airbnb sees big opportunity in Asia's digital nomad market
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Airbnb sees big opportunity in Asia's digital nomad market
By Luke Clark - CP5 | October 11, 2022
Airbnb has made a calculated bet on the long-stay worker-traveler niche, but a few things need to be in place first.... Read More
How hotels can use tech to turbocharge their reputation
Opinion / Technology
How hotels can use tech to turbocharge their reputation
By Róisín O'Keeffe - P3 | October 11, 2022
A seamless and personalized digital experience can help hotels build brand value.... Read More
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AirDNA names Demi Horvat as new CEO
By Jill Menze | October 10, 2022
Horvat, who joined AirDNA as chief operating officer in March, succeeds founder Scott Shatford, who joins the board as director.... Read More
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News / Startups
Bob W continues buying spree, acquires KOTI
By Linda Fox | October 10, 2022
The acquisition of Finland-based KOTI is Bob W’s second this year following its acquisition of Estonishing Stays in May.... Read More
Phocuswright Conference 2022: A conversation with Tripadvisor’s new CEO
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Phocuswright Conference 2022: A conversation with Tripadvisor’s new CEO
By PhocusWire | October 10, 2022
Matt Goldberg sits down for his first interview as Tripadvisor CEO during The Phocuswright Conference in November.... Read More
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