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How the pandemic is reshaping hotel distribution strategies and onboarding
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April 22, 2021
Updated tech tools and new strategies are surfacing as distribution partners prepare for travel to resume....
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BlaBlaCar raises $115M to expand carpool and bus services
By Jill Menze
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April 21, 2021
BlaBlaCar says it has witnessed double-digit growth in its markets outside of Europe and is expecting a strong travel rebound in Europe this summer....
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Dott raises $85M to expand scooter service to e-bikes
By Kevin May
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April 21, 2021
The Series B investment is led by Belgian finance house Sofina and Estari, a growth equity partner that invests in European technology companies....
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IATA chief Willie Walsh says zero-risk approach from government is not possible
By Linda Fox
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April 21, 2021
Governments need to look at the current procedures for travel post pandemic and create a more seamless experience....
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Singapore-based GlobalTix raises S$3M to develop new digital solutions for attractions industry
By Mitra Sorrells
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April 21, 2021
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, GlobalTix says the company has expanded from being a channel manager to also providing technology solutions across Asia Pacific for its attractions, tours and activities clients....
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Travel and tourism lost $766B in 2020
By Jeri Clausing - Travel Weekly
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April 21, 2021
According to the WTTC's annual Economic Impact report, the U.S. travel and tourism sector lost $766 billion last year, and its contribution to the GDP fell 41%....
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Cruise autonomous vehicle brand tops up earlier round with new $750M investment
By Kevin May
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April 20, 2021
In January this year, Microsoft led a $2 billion funding round as part of a long-term strategic relationship to accelerate the commercialization of self-driving vehicles....
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Trip.com partners with Amadeus to power recovery initiatives
By Jill Menze
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April 20, 2021
The Amadeus Custom Search solution, which is powered by Amadeus cloud technology, will enable Trip.com’s platforms to manage increasing online activity, plus scale to meet demand....
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Entrust privacy software company acquires travel specialist WorldReach
By Mitra Sorrells
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April 20, 2021
WorldReach founder and CEO Gordon Wilson will continue to lead the company as an Entrust business....
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Expedia unveils rebrand in major push to capture travel demand
By Jill Menze
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April 19, 2021
Expedia is debuting a new look and product offerings on its quest to become consumers’ "ultimate travel companion."...
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Virdee adds $2M to seed round for virtual concierge service
By Linda Fox
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April 19, 2021
U.S-based Virdee believes contactless solutions for check-in and payment at hotels are here to stay....
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HalalBooking secures $5M to expand business, plots IPO exit
By Kevin May
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April 19, 2021
The $5 million funding round is being positioned as a pre-Series B investment, with a further $15 million to follow during the second quarter of 2021....
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What are travelers on Google searching for?
By Jill Menze
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April 19, 2021
According to TripsToDiscover, searches are up dramatically for travel products since January 1, 2021....
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Trip.com Group joins Common Trust Network to develop COVID compliance technology
By Mitra Sorrells
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April 19, 2021
The Common Trust Network is an effort of public and private partners from travel, health and technology to develop solutions that help restart travel....
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Sounding Off: Remote working on a cruise will require more than curiosity
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April 16, 2021
It will take more than just a steady set of sea legs and desire to hang out with thousands of cruise passengers for a remote-working-on-a-cruise initiative to get much traction. ...
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