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VIDEO: OccasionGenius - Summit pitch runner-up at Phocuswright Conference 2019
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: OccasionGenius - Summit pitch runner-up at Phocuswright Conference 2019
By PhocusWire | November 29, 2019
Gain access to a premium database of upcoming events to capture and engage the experiential consumer. Read More
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Interview / Online
In The Big Chair - Darrin Grafton of Serko
By Mitra Sorrells | November 29, 2019
The Serko co-founder and CEO shares how the company is building a platform to consolidate every aspect of business travel and manage the entire journey. Read More
VIDEO: Despegar's CEO on growth and navigating regional challenges
News / Distribution
VIDEO: Despegar's CEO on growth and navigating regional challenges
By Mitra Sorrells | November 28, 2019
Despegar CEO Damian Scokin discussed the Latin American OTA's plans for continued growth, including new products and partnerships, during an interview at The Phocuswright Conference. Read More
On The Beach Group 2019 full year earnings
News / Online
On The Beach blames Thomas Cook collapse, Brexit for profit decline
By Steven Lerner | November 28, 2019
The collapse of Thomas Cook in September resulted in a £7.1 million revenue loss for On The Beach Group. Read More
VIDEO: Kiwi.com - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
Interview / Online
VIDEO: Kiwi.com - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
By PhocusWire | November 28, 2019
A virtual global supercarrier enables efficient pre-booked and on-demand trips from any A to B for customers and carriers. Read More
VIDEO: MagicStay - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: MagicStay - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
By PhocusWire | November 28, 2019
Several hundred thousand apartments worldwide can be booked for corporate stays directly in the SBT. Read More
VIDEO: TroopTravel - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: TroopTravel - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
By PhocusWire | November 28, 2019
100 travelers. 15 origins. Where do we meet? See how to use Big Data to plan corporate meetings and events in minutes. Read More
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News / Distribution
VIDEO: Hotels hold fast to direct distribution and the power of loyalty schemes
By Linda Fox | November 27, 2019
Perhaps a semblance of calm has arrived in the hotel distribution landscape as large hotel groups become more comfortable with their third-party strategies. Read More
Value remains most important factor for U.S. and French buyers of travel online
News / Online
Value remains most important factor for U.S. and French buyers of travel online
By Linda Fox | November 26, 2019
Research from Amadeus highlights most important factors in online booking as well as influences on purchasing decisions. Read More
Business travel in Asia is only going to get bigger and better
From Our Partners / Online
Business travel in Asia is only going to get bigger and better
By Travelstop | November 26, 2019
Asia’s corporate travel market is booming. In fact, they expect corporate travel spending in Asia Pacific to soar to $900 billion by 2025, accounting for half of the world’s total. Read More
VIDEO: Kara Swisher on the tech trends shaping the travel industry
News / Technology
VIDEO: Kara Swisher on the tech trends shaping the travel industry
By Jill Menze | November 26, 2019
At The Phocuswright Conference 2019, journalist Kara Swisher said recurring revenue bundles, augmented reality and transportation are trends to watch in the travel industry. Read More
VIDEO: 30SecondsToFly - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: 30SecondsToFly - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
By PhocusWire | November 26, 2019
Claire, the AI partner for large TMCs, offers traveler-centric conversational commerce for higher revenues and lower costs. Read More
VIDEO: Skyscanner's Bryan Dove on being a new type of travel brand
News / Online
VIDEO: Skyscanner's Bryan Dove on being a new type of travel brand
By Kevin May | November 25, 2019
The company's CEO joined us in the PhocusWire Studio during The Phocuswright Conference 2019 to discuss its move to a "marketplace" and share some of the early feedback to its decision. Read More
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From Our Partners / Technology
B2B travel payments: It’s time to improve the experience
By Mastercard | November 25, 2019
It seems that business to business payments across the travel space have a long way to go to catch up with the speed, simplicity and convenience delivered in the consumer world, Read More
Brand Business - Arjan Dijk of Booking.com
Interview / Distribution
Brand Business - Arjan Dijk of Booking.com
By Linda Fox | November 25, 2019
As chief marketing officer, Arjan Dijk is responsible for the strategy and implementation of brand, social and performance marketing of Booking.com worldwide. He was previously vice president for global... Read More
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