Online

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the intersection of travel, tourism and hospitality with the web, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more.

CEO Spotlight: Harman Singh Narula of Canary Technologies
News / Online
CEO Spotlight: Harman Singh Narula of Canary Technologies
By Morgan Hines | August 19, 2026
Canary Technologies CEO Harman Singh Narula discusses the company's strengths and the future of... Read More
Google to buy Spirit Airlines' data for $10M
News / Online
Google to buy Spirit Airlines' data for $10M
By Robert Silk - Travel Weekly | August 18, 2026
A Google spokesperson said the company will use the data to improve its products and AI models.... Read More
Uber adds train booking from Ixigo to app in India
News / Online
Uber adds train booking from Ixigo to app in India
By Linda Fox | August 18, 2026
The partnership builds on Uber’s existing intercity travel service in India including cab rentals and... Read More
Why the ANZ travel market is contracting in 2026 (and what recovers by 2029)
News / Online
Why the ANZ travel market is contracting in 2026 (and what recovers by 2029)
By Phocuswright Research | August 18, 2026
Phocuswright's Australia-New Zealand Travel Market Brief 2026 breaks down what's driving the downturn... Read More
How Mad Monkey aligned its social media strategy with the way its guests travel
News / Online
How Mad Monkey aligned its social media strategy with the way its guests travel
By Cathy Walsh | August 18, 2026
The hostel operator has built a multifaceted creator strategy around how young travelers discover... Read More
How Bright Blue Villas brought an institutional approach to luxury villa rental
News / Online
How Bright Blue Villas brought an institutional approach to luxury villa rental
By Linda Fox | August 17, 2026
Natasha Martsekis, a former banker, founded Bright Blue Villas in 2014 to offer luxury accommodation... Read More
Agoda’s Tim Hughes on online travel’s broken promise and AI’s 'Reddit' dilemma
News / Online
Agoda’s Tim Hughes on online travel’s broken promise and AI’s 'Reddit' dilemma
By Yeoh Siew Hoon - WiT | August 14, 2026
Agoda’s Timothy Hughes sat down at WiT Queenstown to discuss why online travel hasn't delivered on its... Read More
IHG working with Google agentic booking pilot, wider AI initiatives
News / Online
IHG working with Google agentic booking pilot, wider AI initiatives
By Linda Fox | August 11, 2026
IHG confirmed its participation in Google's agentic AI booking pilot during its H1 2026 earnings... Read More
STRs enter a new phase of scrutiny and structural growth
News / Online
STRs enter a new phase of scrutiny and structural growth
By Phocuswright Research | August 11, 2026
Short-term rental gross bookings hit $219.9 billion in 2025, with growth split by region.... Read More
Google Maps updates Ask Maps with hotel, event discovery
News / Online
Google Maps updates Ask Maps with hotel, event discovery
By Linda Fox | August 6, 2026
Hotel and event discovery is being rolled out in the U.S. on Google Maps' Ask Maps conversational... Read More
Sponsored Content
From Our Partners
Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
September 9, 2025
Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
August 19, 2025
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his thoughts on the importance of balancing AI... Read More
Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
May 6, 2025
Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More