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LoungeBuddy launches in-app purchases for lounge passes
News / Technology
LoungeBuddy launches in-app purchases for lounge passes
By Nick Vivion | November 20, 2014
LoungeBuddy (TLabs here) has rolled out its 2.0 vision, which includes an industry first: in-app... Read More
With new app, Groupon Getaways grows fast, despite Expedia divorce
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With new app, Groupon Getaways grows fast, despite Expedia divorce
By Sean O'Neil | November 20, 2014
Since earlier this year, Groupon Getaways has no longer been co-branding its vacation packages with... Read More
Orthogonal or bust: Brad Gerstner lays out the roadmap in travel
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Orthogonal or bust: Brad Gerstner lays out the roadmap in travel
By Nick Vivion | November 19, 2014
One of the most watched panels on stage at Phocuswright this year was the "Investor Insights" lineup... Read More
Boxever woos Air New Zealand and Ryanair with personalisation push
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Boxever woos Air New Zealand and Ryanair with personalisation push
By Linda Fox | November 19, 2014
Boxever is to bring its predictive marketing technology to Air New Zealand. The Ireland-based data... Read More
Couchsurfing relaunches on new platform with fresh functionality
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Couchsurfing relaunches on new platform with fresh functionality
By Sean O'Neil | November 19, 2014
Couchsurfing, the peer-to-peer accommodation sharing network, has re-launched on a new platform to... Read More
Expedia adds its first hostel, RV park, and campground listings
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Expedia adds its first hostel, RV park, and campground listings
By Sean O'Neil | November 18, 2014
The digital superhighway is finally reaching recreational vehicle (RV) parks, campgrounds, and hostels... Read More
HotelTonight looks to tomorrow's hotel guest experience
News / Technology
HotelTonight looks to tomorrow's hotel guest experience
By Nick Vivion | November 17, 2014
After 10 years as an attendee, HotelTonight CEO Sam Shank took to the Phocuswright stage with a look... Read More
Startup pitch: Discoveroom builds mobile enterprise for B&B and inn owners
News / Technology
Startup pitch: Discoveroom builds mobile enterprise for B&B and inn owners
By Sean O'Neil | November 14, 2014
Greek startup Discoveroom builds mobile-first, enterprise tools for the long-tail of owners of... Read More
Google revamps how hotels appear in US city search results
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Google revamps how hotels appear in US city search results
By Sean O'Neil | November 14, 2014
There's yet another tweak to how Google presents hotels in US city search results. In a trend Tnooz... Read More
Joel Cutler of General Catalyst talks travel startup investing
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Joel Cutler of General Catalyst talks travel startup investing
By Sean O'Neil | November 14, 2014
Joel Cutler is widely considered a master of venture-capital investing, with a particular gift at... Read More
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PhocusWire travel tech news briefs: Expedia Group, Amadeus, JetBlue and more...
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