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Tripadvisor Plus is shutting down after three years

By Morgan Hines | March 1, 2024

In remarks at the Phocuswright Conference in November, Tripadvisor CEO Matt Goldberg said the company would focus on the benefits of free membership versus trying to build the paid subscription program. Read More

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Why an effective payments strategy is critical for airlines

By PhocusWire | February 28, 2024

UATP president and CEO Ralph Kaiser explains how airlines and travel brands can use payments to drive growth, serve new markets and reduce costs. Read More

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Capital One Travel expands inventory with vacation rentals from AvantStay, Boutiq

By Derek Catron | February 28, 2024

Capital One Travel is powered by HTS, Hopper's B2B division, which included vacation rentals from Vrbo until last summer when Expedia Group pulled its inventory from Hopper. Read More

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Travelers’ choice in 2024: Loyalty worth paying for

By Custom Travel Solutions | February 26, 2024

Loyalty programs that offer a differentiated travel experience, including diverse benefits, opportunities for earning and redeeming rewards and elevated customer assistance, are worth the investment. Read More

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CEO Spotlight - Damian Scokin of Despegar

By Linda Fox | February 20, 2024

In a discussion with PhocusWire, Despegar CEO Damian Scokin talks about carrying momentum from 2023 into the year ahead, the role of artificial intelligence and growth opportunities for the Latin... Read More

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New report identifies four elements of an effective travel loyalty program

By Mitra Sorrells | February 6, 2024

Sustainability, lifestyle rewards, personalization and integration of fintech tools stand out in iSeatz’ survey of consumers and loyalty program managers. Read More

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CEO Spotlight - Peter Kern of Expedia Group

By Mitra Sorrells | January 29, 2024

In a discussion last week at the ALIS event, Expedia Group CEO Peter Kern covers a range of topics including generative AI, next steps for One Key, customer acquisition strategies, global growth and... Read More

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American Airlines doubles down on digital distribution strategy

By Linda Fox | January 25, 2024

American Airlines said 80% of bookings currently come via internet-based channels with 65% of that coming from its website and mobile app. Read More

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Japan-based hotel tech company Tripla targets SE Asia growth with latest acquisition

By Mitra Sorrells | January 24, 2024

Tripla has acquired Singapore-based Endurance Technology Solutions, which develops and sells the Pelican Hotel Solution - a reservation system that works with major overseas channel managers. Read More

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Transforming travel experiences: The ancillary revolution

By Plusgrade | January 17, 2024

Travel companies are shifting their focus from purely financial gains to leveraging ancillary solutions to create lasting memories for passengers and guests. Read More

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How travel and financial institutions are tapping into the experiences trend

By Linda Fox | January 17, 2024

Senior executives from Capital One, Choice and Hilton share perspectives on providing consumers with the experiences they want and how technology is increasingly playing a role. Read More

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Key trends in consumer preferences and booking behaviors for travel

By PhocusWire | January 11, 2024

Expedia Group's "Path to Purchase" report identified trends and opportunities for brands to reach travelers during the inspiration, research, planning and booking phases of their trip. Read More

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Record online direct bookings are driving innovation in hospitality, survey finds

By Morgan Hines & Derek Catron | January 11, 2024

The hotel industry is making strides when it comes to digitalization, but there's still plenty of room to grow, according to a recent report from H2c. Read More

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Tripadvisor's Goldberg talks strategy, AI potential and digital marketing

By Linda Fox | January 10, 2024

At The Phocuswright Conference 2023, Tripadvisor CEO Matt Goldberg discussed the importance of the brands working together and how its generative AI initiatives are developing. Read More

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What travel companies should consider for their generative AI strategy

By PhocusWire | January 9, 2024

Oliver Wyman advises travel companies to analyze their data, listen to customers and interact with them early on in the travel planning stages as part of their generative AI strategy. Read More

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