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Grab outperforms guidance with growth across all business units
By Mitra Sorrells | May 19, 2022
Mobility and delivery brand Grab posts revenue in the first quarter of $228 million, a 6% increase compared to the same period in 2021.... Read More
American Airlines plans experience enhancements via cloud partnership
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American Airlines plans experience enhancements via cloud partnership
By Linda Fox | May 19, 2022
The carrier plans to use the Microsoft Azure cloud platform to boost its digital transformation program.... Read More
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NoMo claims U.S. first with NFT hotel stays
By Linda Fox | May 19, 2022
The property believes it's the first hotel in the U.S. to enable guests to book stays via blockchain technology.... Read More
Bob W begins M&A ramp up, acquires Estonishing Stay
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Bob W begins M&A ramp up, acquires Estonishing Stay
By Linda Fox | May 18, 2022
Estonia-based Estonishing Stay, which launched in 2019, adds to Bob W’s existing portfolio of rentals across Europe.... Read More
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Phocuswright Europe 2022: The inside scoop from investors
By PhocusWire | May 18, 2022
At Phocuswright Europe, three of the industry’s leading investment professionals will discuss the current and future outlook for travel funding.... Read More
Amex GBT reports large client travel demand accelerating
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Amex GBT reports large client travel demand accelerating
By Michael B. Baker - BTN | May 17, 2022
For Q1 2022, Amex GBT reported $350 million in revenue, up 179% compared with the first quarter of 2021 and half of pre-pandemic levels in 2019.... Read More
Marriott debuts media network in partnership with Yahoo
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Marriott debuts media network in partnership with Yahoo
By Jill Menze | May 17, 2022
Using Marriott guest data, advertisers on the network will be able to target travelers via the hotel chain’s website and app - and eventually in-room TVs.... Read More
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Travel fintech momentum builds as industry looks to boost revenue
By Linda Fox | May 17, 2022
Travel companies plan to equal or increase investment in fintech products and services this year.... Read More
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HomeToGo updates 2022 outlook amid continued growth
By Linda Fox | May 17, 2022
HomeToGo attributes continued growth to customer acquisition and retention as well as technology.... Read More
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Miami airport enables largest use of biometric tech in U.S.
By Mitra Sorrells | May 17, 2022
Miami International Airport is rolling out SITA's biometric boarding system for international flights at all of its more than 130 gates.... Read More
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Mass transit software provider Optibus raises $100M at $1.3B valuation
By Jill Menze | May 17, 2022
Tel Aviv-based Optibus claims it’s the first “unicorn” dedicated to the public transportation sector.... Read More
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Uber adds new travel feature, party bus and EV bookings in product update
By Jill Menze | May 16, 2022
As part of its super app strategy, Uber has unleashed new features designed to capture the end-to-end travel journey.... Read More
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Google Maps get a boost with immersive view
By Linda Fox | May 16, 2022
The Google Maps update will begin rolling out later this year with cities including London, Los Angeles and Tokyo to come first.... Read More
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Europe’s short-term rental segment on track for steady growth
By Phocuswright Research | May 16, 2022
Phocuswright's report explores changes in the short-term rental landscape from both consumer and business perspectives.... Read More
Members-only home-swap network Kindred lands $7.75M
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Members-only home-swap network Kindred lands $7.75M
By Jill Menze | May 13, 2022
Founded in 2021, Kindred helps homeowners and renters take advantage of work-from-anywhere flexibility.... Read More