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GoldSpring acquires Travel Tech Consulting
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GoldSpring acquires Travel Tech Consulting
By Michael B. Baker - Business Travel News | January 7, 2026
The companies said the move expands GoldSpring's tech optimization and digital strategy offerings.... Read More
Airbnb on the technology foundation behind selling more, loyalty and fees
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Airbnb on the technology foundation behind selling more, loyalty and fees
By Linda Fox | January 7, 2026
Airbnb's chief business officer Dave Stephenson talks new lines of business, loyalty, changing fees... Read More
Inside Latin America’s digital shift in tours, activities and experiences
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Inside Latin America’s digital shift in tours, activities and experiences
By PhocusWire | January 6, 2026
With travelers increasingly booking online and prioritizing memorable activities over traditional... Read More
Financial analysts on change in travel's search-based model
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Financial analysts on change in travel's search-based model
By Linda Fox | January 6, 2026
Financial analysts from Barclays, Evercore and Mizuho dissect AI's impact on travel search and booking... Read More
Prioritizing accessible travel information in the AI age
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Prioritizing accessible travel information in the AI age
By Morgan Hines | January 5, 2026
Wheel the World co-founder and COO Camilo Navarro weighs in on how technology is impacting accessible... Read More
OYO-parent Prism files for IPO in India
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OYO-parent Prism files for IPO in India
By Abby Crotty | January 2, 2026
The company is reportedly seeking a valuation between $7 billion and $8 billion.  ... Read More
Managing rising fees in 2026: 7 steps for hospitality operators
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Managing rising fees in 2026: 7 steps for hospitality operators
By Michele Fitzpatrick - Eviivo | January 2, 2026
Eviivo CEO Michele Fitzpatrick outlines how hidden costs may affect operators in the new year, also... Read More
UAE-based VBooking lands $5M
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UAE-based VBooking lands $5M
By Abby Crotty | December 30, 2025
The travel booking platform said the funds will be used to develop an AI concierge and AR-enabled... Read More
Japan’s travel boom is changing the rules
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Japan’s travel boom is changing the rules
By Phocuswright Research | December 30, 2025
After years of deflationary drag, Japan entered a new chapter in 2024.... Read More
PhocusWire’s most memorable interviews of 2025
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PhocusWire’s most memorable interviews of 2025
By PhocusWire | December 30, 2025
The PhocusWire team curated a list of 10 insightful interviews this year, focusing on news value and... Read More
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Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More