Online Travel Agency

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of online travel agencies, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more on the brands and their strategies, executives and positions in the market.

Digital regulation gets go-ahead in Europe
News / Online
Digital regulation gets go-ahead in Europe
By Linda Fox | July 28, 2022
Travel companies see a more level playing field and innovation coming out of the European Commission's Digital Markets Act. Read More
MakeMyTrip halves loss, sees revenue recovery in all segments
News / Online
MakeMyTrip halves loss, sees revenue recovery in all segments
By Linda Fox | July 27, 2022
MakeMyTrip's revenue from air ticket, hotels and bus ticket sales have all improved significantly in the quarter. Read More
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Interview / Startups
VIDEO: HalalBooking - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2022
By PhocusWire | July 27, 2022
HalalBooking helps halal-conscious families find hotels that meet their specific needs. Read More
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News / Online
Hopper, Trivago and Etraveli on innovating from the middle
By PhocusWire | July 27, 2022
At Phocuswright Europe, the travel intermediaries discussed innovation strategies, mergers and acquisitions and economic challenges. Read More
Consumer demand fuels $70B airport mobility opportunity
News / Distribution
Consumer demand fuels $70B airport mobility opportunity
By Jill Menze | July 26, 2022
Travelers say they are open to booking airport mobility from their flight or travel vendors, though they’re often unaware of options. Read More
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News / Online
Lastminute.com plans CEO search, appoints interim amid COVID fraud probe
By Mitra Sorrells | July 25, 2022
The investigation into Cannavale, Bertoli and two other executives relates to alleged misuse of COVID aid totaling $29.5 million over two years.   Read More
Removing complexity in tours and activities
News / Distribution
Removing complexity in tours and activities
By PhocusWire | July 25, 2022
TourRadar and TUI discuss the fragmentation and complexities of the tours segment at Phocuswright Europe 2022. Read More
Consumers willing to pay more for inclusive travel choices
News / Online
Consumers willing to pay more for inclusive travel choices
By Jill Menze | July 25, 2022
According to a new study, seven in 10 consumers are willing to pay more for a destination, lodging or transportation option that is more inclusive to all types of travelers. Read More
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News / Distribution
My Method... How RemoteDream used Impala to fast forward its launch
By Joeri Nanov - RemoteDream | July 22, 2022
RemoteDream curates properties targeting digital nomads with the help of Impala's API. Read More
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News / Online
Wego boss talks Middle East opportunity, market characteristics
By PhocusWire | July 21, 2022
Wego's Ross Veitch discusses integrating new companies, its customer acquisition strategy and more. Read More
Travel brands expand TikTok presence to reach new audiences
News / Online
Travel brands expand TikTok presence to reach new audiences
By Kathryn Walson | July 21, 2022
Travel providers including Booking.com, Kayak and Carnival Cruise Line outline their TikTok strategies. Read More
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News / Online
The tech innovations powering Asia’s travel market
By PhocusWire | July 20, 2022
A panel discussion at Phocuswright Europe covered how travel providers in Asia are leading on tech innovation and adoption. Read More
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News / Startups
Gordian Software raises $25M as revenue more than triples in six months
By Mitra Sorrells | July 19, 2022
Founded in 2017, Gordian Software provides an API that enables companies including Hopper and Trip.com to sell ancillaries for the airlines available on their sites.   Read More
Cleartrip confirms data breach of internal systems
News / Online
Cleartrip confirms data breach of internal systems
By Jill Menze | July 19, 2022
The Indian OTA says it is “currently investigating the matter along with a leading external forensics partner.” Read More
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From Our Partners / Startups
VIDEO: ConnexPay on increasing efficiency and profit in travel payments
By PhocusWire | July 19, 2022
On the heels of its fifth anniversary, ConnexPay is going after international expansion, starting in Europe. Read More