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News / Distribution
Airbnb adds boutique hotels in Thailand via local trade partnership
By Linda Fox | September 27, 2018
Airbnb partners with local trade association in Thailand to add boutique properties... Read More
Alibaba hotel robot
News / Technology
Alibaba creates robot to provide guest services in hotels
By Mitra Sorrells | September 27, 2018
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has created a robot specifically for the hospitality industry.  ... Read More
A DMO’s guide to finding the metrics that matter
Opinion / Online
A DMO’s guide to finding the metrics that matter
By Richard Black - Sojern | September 27, 2018
Most people agree that in order for a company to stay in business, you need to market it. ... Read More
Business travel moves to greater flexibility as a new age emerges
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Business travel moves to greater flexibility as a new age emerges
By PhocusWire | September 27, 2018
Is there a segment of the travel industry that is said to be constant state of flux more than business travel? Probably not...... Read More
Ctrip Splyt ride hailing partnership
News / Startups
Ctrip adds Splyt’s global ride-hailing to its mobile app
By Mitra Sorrells | September 27, 2018
Ctrip customers can now use the online travel agency’s app to book transportation in more than 1,000 cities around the world.... Read More
sita-biometrics-investment
News / Technology
Boost for biometrics as airlines and airports plan ID management investment
By Linda Fox | September 27, 2018
Sita's latest IT report reveals investment from airports and airlines in biometric ID management.... Read More
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News / Online
Ride-sharing service Shohoz looks to further on-demand services after $15M investment
By Linda Fox | September 26, 2018
With funding of $15 million, Bangladesh-based Shohoz is looking to extend beyond ground transportation services.... Read More
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News / Distribution
Further expansion for OYO in China as investors commit to $1B in funding
By Linda Fox | September 26, 2018
OYO has raised $800 million with a commitment for a further $200 million via Softbank Vision Fund.... Read More
Travelport tours and activities blockchain
News / Distribution
Travelport and IBM test blockchain to improve distribution and settlement for tours and activities
By Mitra Sorrells | September 26, 2018
Another travel brand is looking to gain a foothold in the booming in-destination experiences sector.  ... Read More
VIDEO: TripAdvisor opens up about Bokun acquisition
News / Distribution
VIDEO: TripAdvisor opens up about Bokun acquisition
By Kevin May | September 26, 2018
Bokun customers will get a better placement in TripAdvisor listings for tours and activities, the company has admitted for the first time.... Read More
VIDEO: Behold a next-gen in-destination, tech-enhanced experience
News / Technology
VIDEO: Behold a next-gen in-destination, tech-enhanced experience
By Kevin May | September 26, 2018
Sightseeing buses in major cities around the world have changed very little over the years - it's a simple product with well-defined parameters.... Read More
Leisure Pass Group brings multi-attraction technology to North America
News / Technology
Leisure Pass Group brings multi-attraction technology to North America
By Jill Menze | September 25, 2018
Attraction pass provider Leisure Pass Group is opening up its custom management platform, known as Leisure Pass Operating System (LPOS), to its North American partners.... Read More
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News / Online
Tours and activities providers bring experiences to Google search and maps
By Linda Fox | September 25, 2018
Ticketing platform Tiqets has partnered with Google to supply museum and attraction passes via maps and search.... Read More
homeshare-hotels-learnings
News / Distribution
Why hotels should take cues from home-sharing, stop "obsession with direct booking"
By Linda Fox | September 25, 2018
Though traditional hotel operators have been beleaguered by the march of brands such as Airbnb, they have taken steps to embrace the trend in recent years. A good example is the Marriott International-Hostmaker partnership.... Read More
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Interview / Online
In the green room at Phocuswright with... Dana Dunne
By PhocusWire | September 25, 2018
With previous roles at AOL and easyJet, the CEO of eDreams Odigeo was handed the leadership reins in 2015 and quickly put a six-point plan into action to ensure the company kept pace with the rapidly changing online travel market.... Read More