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Travel Talk: What’s next for travel tech?

By PhocusWire | March 17, 2023

Editorial leaders from across Northstar Travel Group discuss how artificial intelligence, biometrics and the metaverse are reshaping the travel industry. ... Read More

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Despegar sees Latin America market recovery by year end

By Linda Fox | March 16, 2023

Despegar has launched packages functionality and redesigned its mobile app, which currently accounts for about half of bookings.... Read More

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Southwest updates on action plan for disruption

By Linda Fox | March 16, 2023

Bob Jordan, the carrier’s president and CEO, talks of the severe weather event that turned into a crew-related event resulting in a “three-day reset of our aircraft and crew networks.”... Read More

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SITA and Lufthansa digitize lost luggage solution

By Kathryn Walson | March 16, 2023

When passengers land at an airport, SITA’s WorldTracer Auto Reflight notifies them of any luggage delay and gathers delivery details. The companies say it saves time and money for the industry.... Read More

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Splio acquires Tinyclues to boost AI-marketing power

By Derek Catron | March 16, 2023

The Tinyclues’ platform increases the value proposition of Splio, making it the European leader in AI-powered customer relationship management, the company says. ... Read More

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BlaBlaCar looks to acquire Klaxit, boost French carpooling

By Derek Catron | March 16, 2023

While negotiations are ongoing, the companies share a goal of reducing France’s carbon footprint through more shared rides. ... Read More

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Danish home rental platform from former Airbnb employees raises €3.8M

By Mitra Sorrells | March 16, 2023

Landfolk says it now has more than 1,000 holiday homes on its platform across Denmark, Germany and Norway and with this funding it is intending to double that number this year.... Read More

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Can subscription services work for STRs?

By Kathryn Walson | March 15, 2023

The benefits of subscription services for short-term rentals can include recurring revenue streams and customer engagement, loyalty and retention.... Read More

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CitizenM secures €480M sustainability-linked loan

By Derek Catron | March 15, 2023

Sustainability-linked loans incentivize companies to achieve environmental benchmarks to secure lower interest rates. ... Read More

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Accor unveils subscription cards for frequent travelers

By Linda Fox | March 15, 2023

The France-based hotel giant has unveiled All Plus ibis and All Plus Voyageur, to replace its ibis Business and Business Plus frequent traveler subscription services.... Read More

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Vacasa sets sights on long-term profitable growth

By Kathryn Walson | March 14, 2023

Vacasa's priorities are shifting to improving efficiency and developing processes “to deliver an unmatched experience for our homeowners and elevated hospitality for our guests,” CEO Rob Greyber says.... Read More

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Outdoor sports booking platform Captain Experiences reels in $2M

By Kathryn Walson | March 14, 2023

While the Austin, Texas-based startup is currently catering to the fishing and hunting verticals, it plans to expand across all outdoor sports and geographies.... Read More

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Are travel companies more willing to work with startups?

By Linda Fox | March 14, 2023

Investors believe there has been positive change since before the pandemic with travel supply companies such as hotels and airlines now much more receptive to working with startups.... Read More

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Tryp.com secures seed round to enhance tech, expand reach

By Kathryn Walson | March 14, 2023

The Denmark-based startup says its search engine “accesses thousands of flights, trains, buses and hotels in real-time, comparing prices, locations and schedules.”... Read More