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Utu to accelerate growth through $33M funding and acquisition deal

By Linda Fox | June 27, 2023

Utu already counts Accor, Air France-KLM, Emirates and Etihad among its partners for its tax-free shopping solution.... Read More

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Chargebacks in travel increasing as consumers find them easier than refunds

By Linda Fox | June 27, 2023

Outpayce, the payments business of Amadeus, surveyed travel executives to uncover that 71% of companies have seen an increase with disputes growing 30% year over year.... Read More

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Airbnb talks strategy on marketing, travel dispersal, more

By Derek Catron | June 26, 2023

Airbnb’s Amir Segall shares insights on redistributing tourism and other strategies during a center stage interview at Phocuswright Europe. ... Read More

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CWT partners with Spotnana for travel management platform

By Jay Boehmer & Michael B. Baker | June 26, 2023

Spotnana CEO Sarosh Waghmar said the partnership combines Spotnana’s tech with CWT’s "global servicing capabilities and the full breadth of its TMC services."... Read More

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Fora adds payment storage facility for travel advisors

By Linda Fox | June 23, 2023

Part of the company’s client management tool, the Vault removes the need to collect and store clients’ payment information at the time of booking.... Read More

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Transport experts discuss multimodal dream, super apps, short-haul flights ban

By Derek Catron | June 23, 2023

The panel discussion at Phocuswright Europe also spoke about air taxis and the challenges of connecting travelers on the “last mile” of their journey. ... Read More

News / Startups

Travel startups on choosing investors, funding experiences

By Linda Fox & Mitra Sorrells | June 22, 2023

Following our recent piece on top investors in travel tech, PhocusWire collected insights from startups on what they look for in investors.... Read More

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Squake raises €3.5M to meet rising demand for more sustainable choices

By Derek Catron | June 22, 2023

The Berlin-based climate tech startup intends to use the funding for technology research and development and new hires to meet customer demand. ... Read More

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New apps aim to help Black travelers find safe, seamless journeys

By Nicole Edenedo – Travel Weekly | June 21, 2023

Technology is at the center of an expanding global safety net for Black travelers, as more entrepreneurs create apps that connect them with Black communities abroad. ... Read More

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4 key insights from Phocuswright Europe 2023

By Derek Catron | June 21, 2023

Clearing up a mystery over Airbnb’s marketing spend, balancing interests in the travel experience sector, calling for action on climate — they were all key moments during last week's conference. ... Read More

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HiJiffy lands €3.8M investment, looks to expand chatbot service

By Linda Fox | June 21, 2023

The investment in the company was led by Caixa Capital with Lince Capital and existing investor Portugal Ventures also participating.... Read More

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Amadeus' Maroto on hospitality, aviation pressure, leadership challenges

By Linda Fox | June 20, 2023

Luis Maroto, president and CEO of Amadeus, joined Phocuswright Europe 2023 to talk about the economy, distribution developments and potential growth opportunities for the company.... Read More

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Beyonk adds $5.8M to fuel growth of experiences tech

By Linda Fox | June 16, 2023

The investment in the London-based business comes from Fuel Ventures and will go towards growth in international markets and product innovation. ... Read More