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The far and wide implications of Uber’s new charter service
By Christian Watts - Magpie Travel
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May 26, 2022
With the right plan, Uber Charter could dominate the bus charter industry – and that’s a good thing.
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Q&A: Steve Hafner on the development of Kayak for Business
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May 23, 2022
Kayak's CEO talks launching Kayak for Business in the pandemic, competition and future functionality.
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Report: The professionalization of U.S. short-term rentals
By Mary Ann Nedoszytko - Phocuswright
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May 23, 2022
The role of property managers in the short-term rental ecosystem is growing as the industry matures.
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The unsexy truth about the sexiest sector in travel
By Matt Landau - VRMB
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May 23, 2022
As the vacation rental industry continues to grow, property owners-managers that can deliver unique, special experiences at scale will win.
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Grab outperforms guidance with growth across all business units
By Mitra Sorrells
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May 19, 2022
Mobility and delivery brand Grab posts revenue in the first quarter of $228 million, a 6% increase compared to the same period in 2021.
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Marriott debuts media network in partnership with Yahoo
By Jill Menze
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May 17, 2022
Using Marriott guest data, advertisers on the network will be able to target travelers via the hotel chain’s website and app - and eventually in-room TVs.
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Travel fintech momentum builds as industry looks to boost revenue
By Linda Fox
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May 17, 2022
Travel companies plan to equal or increase investment in fintech products and services this year.
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Uber adds new travel feature, party bus and EV bookings in product update
By Jill Menze
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May 16, 2022
As part of its super app strategy, Uber has unleashed new features designed to capture the end-to-end travel journey.
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Google Maps get a boost with immersive view
By Linda Fox
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May 16, 2022
The Google Maps update will begin rolling out later this year with cities including London, Los Angeles and Tokyo to come first.
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Czech camper van rental marketplace adds €2.7M to seed round
By Mitra Sorrells
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May 13, 2022
Campiri says it will use the funding to enter new markets, add to its team and to purchase vehicles to sell to others that want to rent on the platform.
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Expedia Group on “deconstructing” online travel
By Jill Menze
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May 13, 2022
The online travel giant’s Open World platform is designed for partners of all sizes to take advantage of Expedia Group’s technology.
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Kakao Mobility partners with Splyt to expand transportation app
By Linda Fox
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May 12, 2022
The deal enables users of the Kakao T app to access local taxis, private cars and motorcycles in seven additional countries.
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Vacasa Q1 2022 revenue nearly doubles year-over-year
By Mitra Sorrells
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May 11, 2022
Vacasa says in January it reached a milestone of generating more than $1 billion in rental income for its homeowners over the preceding 12 months.
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Booking Holdings reports quarterly record for gross bookings of $27B
By Mitra Sorrells
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May 4, 2022
Booking Holdings' adjusted EBITDA in the Q1 2022 was $310 million, compared with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $195 million in Q1 2021.
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Expedia Group revamps marketplace, tech platform as part of new strategy
By Jill Menze
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May 4, 2022
At Expedia Group’s annual Explore partner event, the online travel giant outlined a new strategy that includes rewarding hotels for providing a better guest experience.
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