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How a ferry company thinks about AI trip planning
News / Technology
How a ferry company thinks about AI trip planning
By Morgan Hines | June 26, 2025
Stena Line Travel and Retail Group CEO Jari Virtanen opens up about the company AI trip planning solution that was born on the back of modular technology.   Read More
Online travel veterans on travel technology evolution and what's next
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Online travel veterans on travel technology evolution and what's next
By Abby Crotty | June 26, 2025
In a special session at Phocuswright Europe, online travel vets Mauricio Prieto and Gillian Tans shared their thoughts on the state of the industry and where it's headed amid the age of AI. Read More
Unlocking the power of virtual cards for B2B travel payments
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Unlocking the power of virtual cards for B2B travel payments
By PhocusWire | June 25, 2025
Worldline's head of travel, Chia Cartaya, offers practical advice on how OTAs can transform their operations and realize the full potential of virtual payment technology. Read More
What products need development, according to Expedia Group
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What products need development, according to Expedia Group
By Morgan Hines | June 24, 2025
Shilpa Ranganathan, chief product officer of Expedia Group, said there are three areas that could benefit from more development, product-wise. Read More
Hotels grapple with ‘secondary OTAs’ for pricing control
News / Distribution
Hotels grapple with ‘secondary OTAs’ for pricing control
By Matthew Parsons | June 24, 2025
There's been a “channel shift” back to the OTAs and other digital avenues, but hotels are starting to lose control of their rates. Read More
Elevation Capital offloads Ixigo shares as Schroder Fund buys in
News / Online
Elevation Capital offloads Ixigo shares as Schroder Fund buys in
By Abby Crotty | June 23, 2025
The block deal went through on June 19, with the Schroder Fund acquiring a significant stake from Elevation Capital. Read More
Companjon - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2025
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Companjon - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2025
By PhocusWire | June 23, 2025
Companjon was one of four innovators that pitched their companies on stage at Phocuswright Europe 2025. Read More
MakeMyTrip raises $2.6B to buy back stake from Trip.com Group
News / Online
MakeMyTrip raises $2.6B to buy back stake from Trip.com Group
By Linda Fox | June 23, 2025
Trip.com Group, then Ctrip, initially invested in MakeMyTrip in early 2016 and then upped its stake three years later. Read More
European traveler mindset in 2025: Simplicity, search and social influence
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European traveler mindset in 2025: Simplicity, search and social influence
By Phocuswright Research | June 23, 2025
For travel companies, digital infrastructure matters more than ever, but travelers are still grounded in pragmatic behaviors. Read More
Sophisticated scams are on the rise: How travel brands can secure trust
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Sophisticated scams are on the rise: How travel brands can secure trust
By Morgan Hines | June 23, 2025
The list of cyber threats to travel brands such as phishing, credential stuffing and nation state attacks is growing as artificial intelligence advances. Read More
Visit Group acquires hospitality tech provider GODO
News / Technology
Visit Group acquires hospitality tech provider GODO
By Linda Fox | June 19, 2025
Visit Group said the deal boosts its presence in the Nordic region and speeds up its strategy to create a platform that helps hotels and experiences drive direct sales, cost efficient distribution and... Read More
Hotels prioritize direct bookings but lack data clarity, report finds
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Hotels prioritize direct bookings but lack data clarity, report finds
By Abby Crotty | June 18, 2025
The 2025 report included data from 21,000 anonymous survey respondents, representing over 700 hotel brands across 310 cities. Read More
Where travel brands go wrong with loyalty
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Where travel brands go wrong with loyalty
By Morgan Hines | June 18, 2025
Loyalty experts weigh in on how programs could be improved in the travel industry, AI, blockchain, personalization and more. Read More
Greg O'Hara on AI freeing up time and wishing NDC would happen
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Greg O'Hara on AI freeing up time and wishing NDC would happen
By Abby Crotty | June 17, 2025
Certares founder and senior managing director Greg O'Hara shared his candid opinions on the travel industry in an executive interview at Phocuswright Europe 2025. Read More
Mary Meeker AI Trends Report: 7 takeaways for the travel industry
News / Technology
Mary Meeker AI Trends Report: 7 takeaways for the travel industry
By Matthew Parsons | June 16, 2025
The lengthy report offers crucial takeaways for the travel industry, including insights into hospitality automation, autonomous cars and an agentic future. Read More
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