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Personalization, Web3, NFTs - how airline loyalty programs are evolving
By Linda Fox
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November 28, 2023
Airlines are taking small steps to build in flexibility and make loyalty programs more appealing, but it's evolution rather than revolution....
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Trambellir evolves into tours and wellness bookings platform for Japanese conglomerate
By Arvindh Yuvaraj - WebinTravel
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November 27, 2023
Trambellir garnered interest from USEN reps at WiT Japan 2023, where Trambellir was featured in a startup showcase....
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Flyr and Roam Around announce partnership
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November 27, 2023
The companies are aiming to bring artificial intelligence-powered travel planning to airlines and hotels across the globe....
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WeRoad adds €18M to cement position in Europe
By Linda Fox
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November 27, 2023
The company is present in the U.K., France, Germany, Italy and Spain and said its “strategic goal is to solidify its foothold in its five current markets and expand its presence across Europe" before looking to global expansion....
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Finding solutions for travel disruptions in an age of climate change
By Derek Catron
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November 27, 2023
Travel industry leaders weigh in on the need for companies to be more proactive about helping customers when travel disruptions occur. ...
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Data Appeal acquires majority stake in travel insight firm Mabrian Technologies
By Linda Fox
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November 22, 2023
The companies said the deal will lead to the creation of the “largest data intelligence company specializing in tourism in Europe.”...
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Sprints, squads and small changes - how Skyscanner, Trivago view innovation
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November 22, 2023
Skyscanner CEO John Mangelaars and Trivago CEO Johannes Thomas discussed innovation in travel metasearch, the impact of AI and improving the user experience....
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Outsite receives €300M in real estate funding as part of new partnership
By Morgan Hines
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November 21, 2023
The company, which provides accommodations for digital nomads, is looking to grow its property count in Europe. ...
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India-based travel solutions provider RateGain raises $72M
By Derek Catron
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November 21, 2023
RateGain will use the funds for strategic investments and inorganic growth such as acquisitions. ...
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Grazzy inks partnership for digital tipping with Hyatt
By Linda Fox
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November 21, 2023
The partnership means that Grazzy’s tipping solutions can be used across Hyatt’s locations, helping hotel employees earn extra cash....
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Trip.com Group attributes revenue gains to travel's "substantial recovery"
By Linda Fox
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November 21, 2023
During an earnings call James Liang, Trip.com Group's chairman, added that outbound business is “rapidly recovering” and that the company anticipates “a continuously strong demand for outbound travel in the coming year.”...
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Princess Cruises' John Padgett talks technology and creating value
By Arnie Weissmann - Travel Weekly
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November 21, 2023
John Padgett led development of the MagicBand for Disney and the Ocean Medallion for Princess Cruises, where he is now president....
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Velocity Ventures invests in ByHours to support Asian expansion
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November 20, 2023
The rising demand for microstays, particularly the unique three-hour pack, indicates a trend in consumer expectations in the hospitality sector. ...
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Virdee closes $12.4M Series A to fuel growth in hospitality sector
By Mitra Sorrells
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November 20, 2023
Virdee’s platform automates all front desk transactions to improve the guest experience, eliminate lines and enable staff to focus on guest engagement. ...
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Destinations weigh up impact of AI
By Linda Fox
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November 20, 2023
Sojern's State of Destination Marketing 2024 revealed that 49% of destination marketing organizations are expecting a significant impact from AI....
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