Packaging

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the packaging and package travel sector, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more on the brands and their strategies, executives and positions in the market.

CEO Spotlight: Nishank Gopalkrishnan of Dreamlines
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CEO Spotlight: Nishank Gopalkrishnan of Dreamlines
By Linda Fox | April 1, 2026
Nishank Gopalkrishnan stepped into the CEO role at Dreamlines in mid-2025. He has spent time getting to know the cruise sector and opportunities to grow the business. Read More
Trip.com Group sees growth from inbound travel to China
News / Online
Trip.com Group sees growth from inbound travel to China
By Linda Fox | February 26, 2026
The company increased net revenue in Q4 2025 by 21% to $2.2 billion, attributed to travel demand. For the full year, net revenue increased to almost $9 billion. Read More
Travel platforms face cost and compliance impact of changing regulations
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Travel platforms face cost and compliance impact of changing regulations
By Linda Fox | February 9, 2026
The regulatory environment in Europe is changing, with significant implications for travel platforms facing growing scrutiny. Read More
Rethinking metasearch around exploration and inspiration
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Rethinking metasearch around exploration and inspiration
By PhocusWire | December 3, 2025
Skyscanner CEO Bryan Batista discussed the company's growth strategy, including the opportunities created through partnering with LLMs. Read More
How VPNs create exceptional guest experiences and generate new revenue
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How VPNs create exceptional guest experiences and generate new revenue
By Norton | November 20, 2025
VPN technology can address key security pain points for travelers, helps improve the guest experience and can provide significant business benefits for the hospitality industry. Read More
Trip.com Group reports international OTA bookings growth in Q3
News / Online
Trip.com Group reports international OTA bookings growth in Q3
By Linda Fox | November 17, 2025
The OTA said inbound travel bookings increased 100% in Q3 compared with the same period in 2024. Read More
MakeMyTrip reports robust domestic and international demand, updates on AI
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MakeMyTrip reports robust domestic and international demand, updates on AI
By Linda Fox | October 29, 2025
The India-based OTA reported margin gains across air, hotel and bus ticketing business units. Read More
Decoding online shopping: Travel and hospitality consumer trends for 2025
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Decoding online shopping: Travel and hospitality consumer trends for 2025
By AB Tasty | August 18, 2025
Find out where consumers get inspiration for new travel plans, what leads them to abandon their cart or booking, what types of AI tools can make the online experience easier and more.   Read More
CEO Spotlight: Mike Putman of Custom Travel Solutions
Interview / Online
CEO Spotlight: Mike Putman of Custom Travel Solutions
By Linda Fox | August 11, 2025
Mike Putman discusses how he built up CTS, having previously created an international travel club with 800,000 members and seeing an opportunity to replicate its success. Read More
Exoticca unveils AI-powered SmartFare technology
News / Technology
Exoticca unveils AI-powered SmartFare technology
By Linda Fox | June 17, 2025
Exoticca said the technology can filter 6.5 million flights daily by factors including duration, layovers and price, to find the best option for travelers. Read More
Nezasa acquires tech from AWAI, builds out dynamic packaging offering
News / Technology
Nezasa acquires tech from AWAI, builds out dynamic packaging offering
By Linda Fox | June 6, 2025
The integration will enable Nezasa to create a more comprehensive tool that will help its customers meet the evolving needs of the travel industry. Read More
Trip.com Group increases Q1 revenue, inbound travel bookings surge 100%
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Trip.com Group increases Q1 revenue, inbound travel bookings surge 100%
By Linda Fox | May 20, 2025
Trip.com Group said South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia are some of the fastest growing source markets as it reported Q1 2025 earnings.  Read More
Trip.com Group reports Q4 bookings growth for international and inbound travel
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Trip.com Group reports Q4 bookings growth for international and inbound travel
By Linda Fox | February 25, 2025
The China-based online travel agency said outbound bookings have recovered to 120% of pre-COVID levels. Read More
Expedia Group CEO outlines three strategies for using AI in the year ahead
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Expedia Group CEO outlines three strategies for using AI in the year ahead
By Mitra Sorrells | February 6, 2025
 The company finished 2024 strong with double-digit percentage growth in room nights, gross bookings and revenue in the final quarter.   Read More
Strong demand boosts MakeMyTrip in final quarter of 2024
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Strong demand boosts MakeMyTrip in final quarter of 2024
By Linda Fox | January 23, 2025
MakeMyTrip attributed gains across its air ticketing, hotels and packages and bus ticketing business units to an increase in gross bookings and strong demand at home and outbound. Read More
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