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.

Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Zatlas
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Zatlas
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
Zatlas is a Vertical SaaS platform for hotels, trusted by the largest hotel chains across the Americas.  Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: ZentrumHub
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: ZentrumHub
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
ZentrumHub is a travel technology platform that helps OTAs connect with suppliers globally through a universal API connection. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Amex GBT, BlaBlaCar and more
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Amex GBT, BlaBlaCar and more
By PhocusWire | November 8, 2024
Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More
Expedia Group B2B revenue jumps 18% in Q3, far outpacing B2C
News / Online
Expedia Group B2B revenue jumps 18% in Q3, far outpacing B2C
By Mitra Sorrells | November 7, 2024
Total revenue in the quarter was up 3% year over year to $4.1 billion, but along with strength in the B2B business the company noted an acceleration in B2C bookings and a return to growth for Vrbo. Read More
A triad approach for travel tech modernization
Event / Technology
A triad approach for travel tech modernization
November 7, 2024
This webinar, produced by PhocusWire and Encora, will deliver valuable insights on the critical role of data governance — not as a one-time goal but as an ongoing process that ensures your solutions... On Demand
Acai Travel secures $4M for AI efficiency tools for agents
News / Startups
Acai Travel secures $4M for AI efficiency tools for agents
By Linda Fox | November 7, 2024
The funding will further the startups’ ambition to build an operating system to drive efficiency in travel operations and enhance the traveler experience. Read More
How startups, entrepreneurs and investors can avoid a genAI car crash
From Our Partners / Startups
How startups, entrepreneurs and investors can avoid a genAI car crash
By Chris Hemmeter, Thayer Investment Partners | November 7, 2024
In the first of a series of posts, Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his perspective on the investment landscape and offers advice for startups making their way through today’s... Read More
Viator’s revenue surpasses brand Tripadvisor for first time in Q3
News / Online
Viator’s revenue surpasses brand Tripadvisor for first time in Q3
By Mitra Sorrells | November 6, 2024
In the third quarter of this year experiences revenue grew 10% year over year accounted for 51% of Tripadvisor’s total revenue.   Read More
Report: From bucket list to booking — How TikTok is shaping travel decisions today
From Our Partners / Online
Report: From bucket list to booking — How TikTok is shaping travel decisions today
By Martin Cowen and Madeline List | November 6, 2024
TikTok is at the forefront of e-commerce and can offer a route to market for travel brands looking to raise awareness and foster evangelism, backed by strong conversion rates. Read More
How AirAsia MOVE has become one of Southeast Asia’s top online travel agencies
From Our Partners / Online
How AirAsia MOVE has become one of Southeast Asia’s top online travel agencies
By Howard James | November 5, 2024
AirAsia MOVE partnered recently with travel aggregator PKFare to enter a crowded market, providing the best rates and most unique travel experiences for every customer, in a timely and secure way.  Read More
How AI-powered search might impact travel discovery
Opinion / Online
How AI-powered search might impact travel discovery
By Christian Watts - Magpie | November 5, 2024
As search dynamics evolve with the growth of generative AI-powered platforms, what should travel companies be thinking about and what steps can they take for future success? Read More
Camping marketplace Hipcamp acquires BookOutdoors
News / Online
Camping marketplace Hipcamp acquires BookOutdoors
By Morgan Hines | October 31, 2024
Hipcamp has more than 140,000 campsites listed in four countries and had more than 3.3 million nights booked on its platform last year. Read More
Booking Holdings' connected trip transactions jump 40% year over year in Q3
News / Online
Booking Holdings' connected trip transactions jump 40% year over year in Q3
By Morgan Hines | October 30, 2024
Booking Holdings brought in total revenue of $8 billion, a 9% increase compared to the same quarter last year, with 39% growth in airline tickets sold.  Read More
How Africa's online travel ecosystem is developing despite huge hurdles
News / Startups
How Africa's online travel ecosystem is developing despite huge hurdles
By Marisa Garcia | October 30, 2024
Amid the growing and increasingly young population in Africa, the online travel sector is developing, but the challenges range from trust and low digital penetration to the lack of funding. Read More
Expedia Group, Microsoft team up for loyalty initiative
News / Online
Expedia Group, Microsoft team up for loyalty initiative
By Morgan Hines | October 29, 2024
As a result of the new partnership, Bing users booking eligible accommodations will be able to earn both Microsoft Rewards and rewards offered by Expedia Group brands. Read More