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China series part 1 overview
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China, part 1: The big (and getting bigger) picture
By Mitra Sorrells | February 4, 2019
Travel brands and suppliers need to be aware that the Chinese travel market is not only growing - it... Read More
Zeelo accelerates development of on-demand coach service with £4.25M funding
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Zeelo accelerates development of on-demand coach service with £4.25M funding
By Linda Fox | February 1, 2019
On-demand coach platform Zeelo drives off with funding of £4.25 million from ETF Partners.... Read More
In The Big Chair - Tarry Wang Liantao of Xiaozhu
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In The Big Chair - Tarry Wang Liantao of Xiaozhu
By Linda Fox | February 1, 2019
Xiaozhu is a Beijing-based short-term rental and management platform. The company was launched in 2012... Read More
Virtuoso launches Netflix-like agent tool to collect data on customer preferences
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Virtuoso launches Netflix-like agent tool to collect data on customer preferences
By Jamie Biesiada - Travel Weekly  | January 31, 2019
Virtuoso is selling the tool to members and encouraging them to use it as part of their consultative... Read More
MMGY cruise industry marketing data
News / Online
Shifts in demographics, desired features drive cruise marketing strategies
By Mitra Sorrells | January 31, 2019
Data from MMGY Global points to growing interest in cruising among younger travelers and also a shift... Read More
What you can learn from three of the most inspirational travel campaigns of 2018
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What you can learn from three of the most inspirational travel campaigns of 2018
By Expedia Group Media Solutions | January 30, 2019
We share some of the award‐winning digital ad campaigns that effectively tapped into strategic media... Read More
Klook signals global ambitions with RailEurope activities deal
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Klook signals global ambitions with RailEurope activities deal
By Kevin May | January 30, 2019
The deal is significant for Klook as it looks to branch out into global markets, securing a... Read More
Gaest acquired as Airbnb bolsters unit for meetings and company services
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Gaest acquired as Airbnb bolsters unit for meetings and company services
By Kevin May | January 28, 2019
Danish startup Gaest is a booking tool for interview rooms, teambuilding spaces, corporate events - an... Read More
Cruise series part 4 digital marketing NCL
News / Online
Inside cruise, part 4: The marketing mix
By Mitra Sorrells | January 28, 2019
Norwegian Cruise Line chief marketing officer Meg Lee shares her thoughts on social media, paid... Read More
QOTW: Something about an ethical dilemma
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QOTW: Something about an ethical dilemma
By PhocusWire | January 25, 2019
Quote from Valerie Castillo, vice president of marketing for TrustYou, in an article on PhocusWire... Read More
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