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Sounding Off: Forget who you know - what is it you want to achieve?
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Sounding Off: Forget who you know - what is it you want to achieve?
By Jill Menze | November 13, 2020
As travel brands build back, they need to assess what leadership competencies are necessary to get... Read More
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U.S. Thanksgiving travel trends show clear shift in destination preferences
By Mitra Sorrells | November 13, 2020
Data from Sojern shows a dramatic shift in interest from large cities such as New York and San... Read More
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Skyscanner launches COVID-19 travel insurance
By Mitra Sorrells | November 13, 2020
In partnership with Cover Genius, Skyscanner customers can purchase medical, trip cancellation and... Read More
Despegar gets gentle uptick in fortunes from Brazil and Mexico domestic travel
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Despegar gets gentle uptick in fortunes from Brazil and Mexico domestic travel
By Kevin May | November 12, 2020
Despegar is operating on revenues down 91% year-over-year despite seeing high demand for travel... Read More
VIDEO: Google hiring exec reminds travel industry that diverse talent is out there
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VIDEO: Google hiring exec reminds travel industry that diverse talent is out there
By Linda Fox | November 12, 2020
Ginny Clarke, director of executive recruitment for Google, says it's not true that talent is... Read More
How I Got Here, episode 50 - Paul Melhus of ToursByLocals
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How I Got Here, episode 50 - Paul Melhus of ToursByLocals
By PhocusWire | November 12, 2020
A classic startup launch but an unconventional route through bootstrapping for the next ten years.... Read More
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Tripadvisor adds warning label to Thailand hotel that jailed guest
By Mitra Sorrells | November 12, 2020
The warning explains that a prior reviewer spent time in a Thai jail due to his negative comments.... Read More
Lastminute.com Group enjoys summer rebound but 2020 revenues still down 55%
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Lastminute.com Group enjoys summer rebound but 2020 revenues still down 55%
By Kevin May | November 11, 2020
The online travel business says all its main performance metrics increased significantly over the May... Read More
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Online travel platforms dispute "gatekeeper" claims as Europe readies digital legislation
By Linda Fox | November 11, 2020
Proposals for new European digital legislation in Europe could include online travel players such as... Read More
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Lyft revenue up 47% from Q2, aims for profitability by end of 2021
By Mitra Sorrells | November 10, 2020
Lyft says revenue from bikes and scooters was up about 40% collectively in Q3 2020.  ... Read More
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