Loyalty

How data-driven tech can enhance hotel loyalty programs
Opinion / Technology
How data-driven tech can enhance hotel loyalty programs
By Graham Campbell - Givex | July 19, 2022
Hotels should direct their attention to the most valuable 20% of guests in order to establish repeat revenue. Read More
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News / Online
Banks look to travel to boost customer loyalty
By Mitra Sorrells | July 15, 2022
Capital One, American Express and Revolut are among the banks partnering with travel brands. Read More
Ariane Gorin on Expedia Group’s reimagined marketplace
News / Online
Ariane Gorin on Expedia Group’s reimagined marketplace
By PhocusWire | July 14, 2022
Speaking during Phocuswright Europe, Ariane Gorin says the "sky's the limit" in what's possible with Expedia Group's  technology. Read More
Flight subscription platform Caravelo looks toward growth with €3M haul
News / Distribution
Flight subscription platform Caravelo looks toward growth with €3M haul
By Jill Menze | July 11, 2022
The support for the Barcelona-based company brings Caravelo’s total funding to €5.7 million. Read More
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News / Technology
Etihad launches NFT collection tied to loyalty program
By Mitra Sorrells | July 7, 2022
Etihad says it will offset the carbon footprint of the project and use proceeds from the sale of the collection to purchase sustainable aviation fuel.   Read More
Plusgrade acquires Points to boost revenue for partners
News / Online
Plusgrade acquires Points to boost revenue for partners
By Kathryn Walson | July 5, 2022
Plusgrade says the combined entity will generate more than $3.5 billion in new revenue opportunities this year for 140 airline, hospitality, cruise, rail and financial services partners across 60... Read More
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News / Technology
Cloudbeds acquires guest engagement solution Whistle
By Mitra Sorrells | June 27, 2022
This is the third acquisition by Cloudbeds since last November when it raised a $150 million Series D round. Read More
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News / Startups
More travel startups get into NFT game
By Mitra Sorrells | June 14, 2022
Two new startups are launching with solutions that use NFTs, one for brands and one to help travelers track trips. Read More
Sabre on hospitality marketplace development, attribute selling
News / Technology
Sabre on hospitality marketplace development, attribute selling
By Linda Fox | June 14, 2022
Sabre Hospitality solutions senior vice president Frank Trampert discusses the evolution of hotel technology, marketplace development and the need for investment. Read More
A DMO's guide to NFTs
Opinion / Technology
A DMO's guide to NFTs
By Martin Stoll - Sparkloft Media | June 3, 2022
Travel marketers should pay close attention, understand the technology and start experimenting for themselves. Read More
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News / Startups
Journera raises $10M to grow its data exchange platform
By Mitra Sorrells | June 1, 2022
Journera says it will use the funding for market expansion. Read More
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News / Technology
Phocuswright Europe 2022: Developing decentralized ID
By PhocusWire | May 27, 2022
Two of the people leading work on decentralized digital identity for travel will take the stage to discuss current developments and future opportunities. Read More
Qantas acquires 51% of travel packages business TripADeal
News / Online
Qantas acquires 51% of travel packages business TripADeal
By Linda Fox | May 26, 2022
The Australian carrier wants to boost its leisure offering to loyalty program members through the acquisition. Read More
Despegar posts second quarter of profitability as demand recovers
News / Online
Despegar posts second quarter of profitability as demand recovers
By Jill Menze | May 19, 2022
The Latin American online travel company reports adjusted EBITDA of $12.3 million for the period ending March 31, 2022. Read More
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News / Technology
Travel fintech momentum builds as industry looks to boost revenue
By Linda Fox | May 17, 2022
Travel companies plan to equal or increase investment in fintech products and services this year. Read More
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