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Sounding Off: Airbnb isn't a community - it's a business
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Sounding Off: Airbnb isn't a community - it's a business
By PhocusWire | April 2, 2021
The real test of the company comes from hereon with its quarterly figures, strategic initiatives that boost them and destroying the competition.... Read More
Future-Proofing Travel: Stephanie Jones of National Blacks in Travel & Tourism Collaborative
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Future-Proofing Travel: Stephanie Jones of National Blacks in Travel & Tourism Collaborative
By PhocusWire | April 2, 2021
Our guest for this episode of Future-Proofing Travel is Stephanie Jones, founder and CEO of the National Blacks in Travel & Tourism Collective.... Read More
Xie Zhu lands $46M for smart hotel technology
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Xie Zhu lands $46M for smart hotel technology
By Linda Fox | April 2, 2021
This latest investment comes on top of $37 million in funding announced in January 2020.... Read More
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Expedia launches virtual agent for advisors and travelers
By Jamie Biesiada - Travel Weekly | April 2, 2021
Advisors who are members of the Expedia Travel Agent Affiliate Program can use the virtual agent to cancel bookings or check the status of refunds.... Read More
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Vrbo targets Airbnb “Superhosts” as rental competition heats up
By Jill Menze | April 1, 2021
Vrbo is offering experienced short-term rental hosts increased visibility through its new Fast Start program.... Read More
VIDEO: Reaping the emotional and financial value of airline loyalty
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VIDEO: Reaping the emotional and financial value of airline loyalty
By PhocusWire | April 1, 2021
Mark Ross-Smith discusses the evolution to lifestyle programs from airlines and the drive toward personalization during a session at the PhocusWire Pulse event in March.... Read More
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Redeam plans to expand activities platform after $12M funding round
By Kevin May | April 1, 2021
The Series B round was led by Vertical Venture Partners and Thayer Ventures. Other existing backers participating in the investment include Peninsula Ventures and Cobre Capital, with Boulder Ventures coming onboard as a new financing partner.... Read More
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News / Startups
Apaleo adds €4.5M in Series A investment in hotel technology
By Linda Fox | April 1, 2021
Apaleo says it has continued to grow and gain customers despite the pandemic.... Read More
Sabre unveils storefront technology enabling comparison of airline products and services
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Sabre unveils storefront technology enabling comparison of airline products and services
By Linda Fox | March 31, 2021
The technology is available via Sabre’s shopping APIs enabling users and developers to create their own storefront.... Read More
Google Maps adds augmented reality for airports and stations
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Google Maps adds augmented reality for airports and stations
By Linda Fox | March 31, 2021
Google Maps says it's making 100 AI-led improvements this year.... Read More
Webjet invests $4.1M into blockchain startup LockTrip
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Webjet invests $4.1M into blockchain startup LockTrip
By Jill Menze | March 31, 2021
As part of the deal, Webjet has agreed to a second optional tranche of $4.2 million for a total of $8.3 million.... Read More
Venza acquires CyberTek in hospitality security technology roll-up
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Venza acquires CyberTek in hospitality security technology roll-up
By Linda Fox | March 30, 2021
Venza says its acquisition of CyberTek will boost its service for hotel customers.... Read More
VIDEO: Tripadvisor on its big push to subscriptions and loyalty
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VIDEO: Tripadvisor on its big push to subscriptions and loyalty
By PhocusWire | March 30, 2021
Speaking during PhocusWire Pulse: Loyalty For The Long Haul, chief experience officer Lindsay Nelson explains why Tripadvisor's Plus program came together now, how the early stages have worked out with partner hotels and more.... Read More
How the pandemic has impacted Airbnb supply
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How the pandemic has impacted Airbnb supply
By Jill Menze | March 30, 2021
According to AirDNA, Airbnb lost 5% of its total listings from January through June of 2020.... Read More
My Method... How Hotel Treats helped properties earn valuable revenue during the pandemic
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My Method... How Hotel Treats helped properties earn valuable revenue during the pandemic
By Kasia Pankowska - Hotel Treats | March 29, 2021
Hotel Treats helped Hard Rock Hotels earn $1.5 million through vouchers during the pandemic.... Read More