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Hospitality execs on competing with rentals, driving more loyalty
By Mitra Sorrells | December 6, 2022
In a session at The Phocuswright Conference, hospitality executives say they need to better understand consumer wants and needs – and to communicate more effectively about why their properties are the right choice.  ... Read More
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OYO restructures to scale up hotels and homes business
By Kathryn Walson | December 5, 2022
The India-based company is adding 250 employees to partner-relationship management and business development teams.... Read More
TripStax adds hotel booking capabilities with acquisition of Hotelzon
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TripStax adds hotel booking capabilities with acquisition of Hotelzon
By Linda Fox | December 5, 2022
The acquisition of Hotelzon is the second this year for TripStax after its purchase of corporate booking startup TapTrip this summer.... Read More
TTC launches carbon fund to reach net zero
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TTC launches carbon fund to reach net zero
By Linda Fox | December 5, 2022
After a year of reviewing possible routes towards achieving net zero by 2050, The Travel Corporation (TTC), whose brands include Trafalgar Tours, Contiki Tours and Uniworld River Cruises, opted for the introduction of a carbon fund.... Read More
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Forbes Travel Guide partners with Jerne for influencer marketing
By Kathryn Walson | December 5, 2022
The integrated partnership grants FTG’s 2,000 hotels, restaurants and spas access to Jerne’s technology that facilitates relationships with influencers and creators.... Read More
Le Collectionist scores €60M for luxury rentals expansion
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Le Collectionist scores €60M for luxury rentals expansion
By Linda Fox | December 2, 2022
Highland Europe led the investment in the Paris, France-based business with a number of business angels and private investors also involved.... Read More
AltoVita lands $9.5M in funding for corporate accommodation platform
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AltoVita lands $9.5M in funding for corporate accommodation platform
By Linda Fox | December 2, 2022
The round, which is led by Novum Capital Partners and Fifth Wall, will go towards further expansion with a goal of delivering 2.5 million properties by the end of 2023.... Read More
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Snapchat, Meta share how to use social media to engage travelers
By PhocusWire | December 2, 2022
During a panel at The Phocuswright Conference, participants discuss why AR and influencers are key for travel brands’ social media strategies.... Read More
Travelers’ demand for experiences requires industry rethink
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Travelers’ demand for experiences requires industry rethink
By Kathryn Walson | December 1, 2022
Industry experts are convening this week at the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Global Summit 2022 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.... Read More
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ResortPass lands $26M to expand "daycation" access globally
By Kathryn Walson | November 30, 2022
The round was co-led by Declaration Partners and 14W, with participation from existing lead investor CRV and new investors including celebrities Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessica Alba. ... Read More
Airbnb-friendly apartments launches to turn renters into hosts
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Airbnb-friendly apartments launches to turn renters into hosts
By Linda Fox | November 30, 2022
Airbnb-friendly apartments are buildings that allow their residents to rent out a spare room or their whole apartment on the platform.... Read More
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Expedia's Kern on changing perceptions of its role in travel
By PhocusWire | November 30, 2022
Expedia Group's Peter Kern discusses the company's recent technology, loyalty and sustainability moves at The Phocuswright Conference 2022.... Read More
WTTC environmental report
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WTTC says travel industry is decreasing its environmental impact
By Kathryn Walson | November 30, 2022
  The research covers 185 countries and includes pollutants, energy sources and water use, as well as social data, including age, wage and gender profiles.  ... Read More
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Hilton, Adobe challenge students to reimagine travel booking
By Mitra Sorrells | November 29, 2022
The winning team examined how consumers are making decisions digitally across devices and recommended how to increase online bookings and customer loyalty.... Read More
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Mangopay acquires fraud protection specialist Nethone
By Linda Fox | November 29, 2022
Poland-based Nethone, a PhocusWire Hot 25 Startup for 2022, was founded in 2016 and raised $6.7 million in July 2021.... Read More