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European hotels show interest in AI but gaps remain
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European hotels show interest in AI but gaps remain
By Abby Crotty | July 11, 2025
A survey of over 1,500 European hotels confirmed there is interest in AI, but uptake is stalled by practical challenges.... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Mindtrip, Civitatis, Tripadvisor and more...
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Mindtrip, Civitatis, Tripadvisor and more...
By PhocusWire | July 11, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
Keeping an eye on the long-tail of luxury travel
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Keeping an eye on the long-tail of luxury travel
By Linda Fox | July 11, 2025
"Aspiring" luxury travelers, who make up 35% of the luxury market, are the segment to watch according to COMO Hotels.... Read More
International travel eSIM provider Airalo raises $220M
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International travel eSIM provider Airalo raises $220M
By Morgan Hines | July 10, 2025
The $220 million investment puts Airalo’s valuation at $1 billion, with the company claiming unicorn status.... Read More
IndiGo Ventures kicks off with first investment
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IndiGo Ventures kicks off with first investment
By Linda Fox | July 10, 2025
IndiGo Ventures is backing startups in aviation and related businesses including sustainability and digital solutions as well as advanced air mobility solutions and consumer facing travel platforms.... Read More
Rewriting online travel in Japan
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Rewriting online travel in Japan
By WIT | July 10, 2025
At WiT Japan & North Asia 2025, entrepreneur Takaya Shinozuka shared the stage with Takashi Maeda, partner at PKSHA Technology, to talk about how their collaboration signals a new phase for tech-led travel innovation in Japan.... Read More
Travelers increasingly turning to AI for leisure trip planning
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Travelers increasingly turning to AI for leisure trip planning
By Abby Crotty | July 10, 2025
AI tools are becoming more common for leisure travel planning, especially with travelers from emerging markets.... Read More
Sabre closes $1.1 billion sale of hospitality business
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Sabre closes $1.1 billion sale of hospitality business
By Abby Crotty | July 8, 2025
Sabre said it will use profits from the sale to pay down debt, optimize its portfolio and foster long-term growth.... Read More
15below acquires Airport AI to build unified passenger communications platform
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15below acquires Airport AI to build unified passenger communications platform
By Linda Fox | July 8, 2025
The acquisition enables U.K.-based 15below to improve the passenger experience and will help Airport AI increase its global footprint.... Read More
Once-defunct Homelike acquired by rentals platform Spacest.com
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Once-defunct Homelike acquired by rentals platform Spacest.com
By Abby Crotty | July 8, 2025
After announcing it was ceasing operations in March, Homelike has since been acquired by housing solutions platform Spacest.com.... Read More
Ryanair's Michael Cawley on tech investment and AI philosophy
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Ryanair's Michael Cawley on tech investment and AI philosophy
By Linda Fox | July 8, 2025
In an interview at Phocuswright Europe, Michael Cawley, a former CFO and deputy CEO of Ryanair, discussed the airline's tech investment priorities and philosophy around implementing AI.... Read More
From scroll to suitcase: What inspires Europe’s new travelers
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From scroll to suitcase: What inspires Europe’s new travelers
By Phocuswright Research | July 7, 2025
Most Europeans have a positive outlook for future travel plans, though these may be hindered by rising costs and some sustainability concerns.... Read More
AI for hoteliers: What we heard at HITEC 2025
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AI for hoteliers: What we heard at HITEC 2025
By Abby Crotty | July 7, 2025
Industry professionals shared their thoughts on how AI is being used in the hotel sector—and why hoteliers are hesitant to really dive in.... Read More
Investor grabs 9% of "undervalued" Tripadvisor Group
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Investor grabs 9% of "undervalued" Tripadvisor Group
By Linda Fox | July 3, 2025
Starboard said in an SEC filing that Tripadvisor shares were undervalued and that it would meet with the management and board of directors to explore opportunities to boost value.... Read More
TravelTech Show names Acai winner of Trailblazer Awards
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TravelTech Show names Acai winner of Trailblazer Awards
By Morgan Hines | July 3, 2025
Acai competed with four other finalists, including Spark, Trawelt, Travel Intelligence and Zetexa, in a “Dragons’ Den” style travel technology innovation showcase.... Read More