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Last-minute flight bookings in Europe down from 2019

By Kathryn Walson | July 20, 2022

Last-minute reservations for flights within Europe were down 44% from 2019 levels as of July 10, according to new research by ForwardKeys.... Read More

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The tech innovations powering Asia’s travel market

By PhocusWire | July 20, 2022

A panel discussion at Phocuswright Europe covered how travel providers in Asia are leading on tech innovation and adoption.... Read More

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Gordian Software raises $25M as revenue more than triples in six months

By Mitra Sorrells | July 19, 2022

Founded in 2017, Gordian Software provides an API that enables companies including Hopper and Trip.com to sell ancillaries for the airlines available on their sites. ... Read More

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Cleartrip confirms data breach of internal systems

By Jill Menze | July 19, 2022

The Indian OTA says it is “currently investigating the matter along with a leading external forensics partner.”... Read More

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VIDEO: Group Reservation System - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2022

By PhocusWire | July 18, 2022

Group Reservation System is a leisure group-focused SaaS platform connecting hotels and travel providers.... Read More

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My Method... How this hotel chain increased paid search return by 80%

By Luc Guilhamon - Equeco | July 18, 2022

The Mexico-based chain Hoteles City is using a solution from Equeco to find keywords that add efficiency and revenue to its business. ... Read More

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Flyr Labs swoops up Newshore for airline e-commerce tech

By Linda Fox | July 15, 2022

Spain-based Newshore helps airlines improve the customer experience and boost online direct sales through its e-commerce, customer management and content management technology.... Read More

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Banks look to travel to boost customer loyalty

By Mitra Sorrells | July 15, 2022

Capital One, American Express and Revolut are among the banks partnering with travel brands.... Read More

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KKday gets $95M infusion to expand its footprint in Asia

By Kathryn Walson | July 14, 2022

Taiwanese experiences platform KKday plans to "double down" on current initiatives including partnering with its merchants and OTAs to digitize their businesses.... Read More

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Amadeus invests in climate tech specialist Chooose

By Linda Fox | July 14, 2022

Chooose specializes in the integration of climate action options in the customer booking process.... Read More

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Online travel packages site VakantieDiscounter gets fresh investment

By Linda Fox | July 14, 2022

Netherlands-based online travel agency VakantieDiscounter provides holiday package deals and is part of Otravo.... Read More

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Vrbo outranks other OTAs as most downloaded travel app

By Kathryn Walson | July 14, 2022

Vrbo had 10 million downloads in the first half of 2022 – the same amount it had in all of 2021.... Read More

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VIDEO: Mobee Travel helps people with disabilities travel around the world

By PhocusWire | July 14, 2022

Executives from Mobee Travel explain the comprehensive services the startup provides for people with accessibility needs.... Read More

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Swvl acquires shared mobility platform Urbvan

By Linda Fox | July 13, 2022

The acquisition of Mexico-based Urbvan is Swvl’s sixth this year.... Read More

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From OTAs, travelers want more price predictability, travel updates

By Kathryn Walson | July 13, 2022

According to a report from OAG, North American travelers say OTAs can improve the booking experience through better price predictability and more real-time updates.... Read More

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