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Airbnb's brand vs. Booking.com's performance marketing – is there a playbook for recovery?
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Airbnb's brand vs. Booking.com's performance marketing – is there a playbook for recovery?
By Mario Gavira | April 26, 2021
Channels where marketing dollars are being spent is only part of the equation. How your brand stands... Read More
Sounding Off: A big deal for some is not a big deal for all
Interview / Online
Sounding Off: A big deal for some is not a big deal for all
By PhocusWire | April 23, 2021
Annoying as it might be for smaller players, the likes of Expedia Group and the mega-brands in... Read More
How I Got Here, episode 61 - Juan de Antonio of Cabify
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How I Got Here, episode 61 - Juan de Antonio of Cabify
By PhocusWire | April 22, 2021
Cabify has grown alongside its high-profile peers in ride-hailing by doing things differently and... Read More
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News / Online
BlaBlaCar raises $115M to expand carpool and bus services
By Jill Menze | April 21, 2021
BlaBlaCar says it has witnessed double-digit growth in its markets outside of Europe and is expecting... Read More
Travel and tourism lost $766B in 2020
News / Online
Travel and tourism lost $766B in 2020
By Jeri Clausing - Travel Weekly | April 21, 2021
According to the WTTC's annual Economic Impact report, the U.S. travel and tourism sector lost... Read More
Expedia unveils rebrand in major push to capture travel demand
News / Online
Expedia unveils rebrand in major push to capture travel demand
By Jill Menze | April 19, 2021
Expedia is debuting a new look and product offerings on its quest to become consumers’ "ultimate... Read More
HalalBooking secures $5M to expand business, plots IPO exit
News / Online
HalalBooking secures $5M to expand business, plots IPO exit
By Kevin May | April 19, 2021
The $5 million funding round is being positioned as a pre-Series B investment, with a further $15... Read More
What are travelers on Google searching for?
News / Online
What are travelers on Google searching for?
By Jill Menze | April 19, 2021
According to TripsToDiscover, searches are up dramatically for travel products since January 1, 2021.... Read More
Sounding Off: Remote working on a cruise will require more than curiosity
Interview / Online
Sounding Off: Remote working on a cruise will require more than curiosity
By PhocusWire | April 16, 2021
It will take more than just a steady set of sea legs and desire to hang out with thousands of cruise... Read More
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News / Online
Marriott partners with Uber to expand Bonvoy loyalty program
By Jill Menze | April 15, 2021
Marriott Bonvoy members can earn points by ordering food delivery via Uber Eats or requesting select... Read More
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