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Dean Forbes on travel, diversity and advice for founders
By PhocusWire | July 19, 2022
At Phocuswright Europe, the former CEO of KDS shared advice for travel tech leaders and startup founders - and why he's not done yet. Read More
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Q&A: Marriott Vacations Worldwide on digital strategy
By Jill Menze | July 18, 2022
Marriott Vacations Worldwide EVP and chief brand and digital strategy officer Lori Gustafson explains the company's digital-first approach to timeshare. Read More
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My Method... How this hotel chain increased paid search return by 80%
By Luc Guilhamon - Equeco | July 18, 2022
 The Mexico-based chain Hoteles City is using a solution from Equeco to find keywords that add efficiency and revenue to its business.   Read More
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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
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Vrbo outranks other OTAs as most downloaded travel app
By Kathryn Walson | July 14, 2022
Vrbo had 10 million downloads in the first half of 2022 – the same amount it had in all of 2021. Read More
4 critical T&E data points for high-growth companies to monitor
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4 critical T&E data points for high-growth companies to monitor
By Cathy Walsh | July 11, 2022
Monitoring some key data points can help travel and finance managers streamline their programs and optimize overall company spend. Read More
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Key developments in China’s online travel market
By Phocuswright Research | July 11, 2022
While many are eager to return to travel, the China market is not anticipated to return to pre-pandemic levels before 2024. Read More
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Opinion / Technology
Better spaces, better tech drive experiential hospitality
By Jason Fudin - Placemakr | July 8, 2022
Brands that provide tech-enabled services in spaces designed to meet the new needs of customers will drive loyalty and growth into the future. Read More
My Method... How MacDonald Hotels reaped revenue from chatbot integration
Opinion / Technology
My Method... How MacDonald Hotels reaped revenue from chatbot integration
By Tiago Araujo - Hijiffy | July 8, 2022
MacDonald Hotels integration of HiJiffy saw an 80% customer satisfaction rating and a boost in bookings. Read More
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VIDEO: Go City and Withlocals on trends and challenges for activities and attractions
By PhocusWire | July 7, 2022
The two companies agree staffing is one of the biggest challenges facing both attractions and experience providers. Read More
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Opinion / Technology
How NFTs can be used as “smart tickets” for travel experiences
By Hunter Abramson - Relic Tickets | July 6, 2022
Combining the convenience of mobile ticketing with the security measures of blockchain technology, NFT tickets are poised to become the future for travel and experiences. Read More
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Tiqets expands distribution with Trip.com Group integration
By Mitra Sorrells | July 5, 2022
Trip.com Group becomes the newest of Tiqets' 3,000 distribution partners, with another new APAC-based partner expected to be announced next week. Read More
Fires on all fronts as airlines fight to recover
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Fires on all fronts as airlines fight to recover
By PhocusWire | July 5, 2022
Tamur Goudarzi Pour, CCO Swiss Air Lines and SVP channel management Lufthansa Group, discusses the challenges faced by airlines at Phocuswright Europe. Read More
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More travelers embracing mobile, touchless technologies
By Kathryn Walson | July 1, 2022
Air passengers are adopting technology more on some stages of their journey than others, according to a new report by SITA. Read More
Booking.com on mobile app usage, consumer trends
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Booking.com on mobile app usage, consumer trends
By Linda Fox | June 23, 2022
PhocusWire talks to Booking.com's Arjan Dijk about shifting consumer habits and providing a contextual experience. Read More