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The Phocuswright Conference 2021 - five questions for accommodation executives
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The Phocuswright Conference 2021 - five questions for accommodation executives
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2021
A panel this year, focusing on accommodation, features Noah Brodsky (Travel+Leisure Group), Vered Raviv Schwarz (Guesty), Sam Shank (HotelTonight and Airbnb) and Chris Silcock (Hilton). Read More
Travel industry urged to be more ambitious on sustainability
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Travel industry urged to be more ambitious on sustainability
By Linda Fox | November 11, 2021
A Roadmap to Net Zero report from the WTTC and Accenture says some elements of travel could fully decarbonize before 2030. Read More
Hospitality tech startup Amenitiz nabs €6.5M for Europe expansion
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Hospitality tech startup Amenitiz nabs €6.5M for Europe expansion
By Jill Menze | November 11, 2021
Point-Nine, Backed and Otium led the round, with angel investors including Travelperk’s Avi Meier, GoCardless’ Matt Robinson and Carlos Gonzales also participating. Read More
Enso Connect bags $2M for rental guest platform
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Enso Connect bags $2M for rental guest platform
By Linda Fox | November 10, 2021
Enso, which was founded in 2019, offers a guest experience platform combining artificial intelligence-led communication and smart home technologies. Read More
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Airbnb updates add host protections, automatic translations
By Mitra Sorrells | November 10, 2021
The company says the more than 50 updates are based on input from hosts and guests and in response to changes brought on by the pandemic. Read More
The hospitality industry's €768B journey to net zero
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The hospitality industry's €768B journey to net zero
By Linda Fox | November 8, 2021
The accommodations industry is responsible for 10% of the total tourism sector's annual emissions. Read More
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Expedia Group nearly matches 2019 profit levels in Q3 2021
By Mitra Sorrells | November 4, 2021
Expedia Group says recovery in Q3 2021 was led by leisure and domestic travel, coming in particular from Vrbo.   Read More
Airbnb Q3 revenue tops $2.2B in record quarter
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Airbnb Q3 revenue tops $2.2B in record quarter
By Jill Menze | November 4, 2021
For the third quarter of 2021, Airbnb also reported its most profitable quarter ever with net income reaching $834 million. Read More
Short-term rentals have become inexorable
Opinion / Online
Short-term rentals have become inexorable
By Tom Caton - AirDNA | November 4, 2021
The dam has broken on short-term rentals becoming an asset class with fantastic returns available to all. Read More
VIDEO: Lessons learned and staying the course as a travel startup
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VIDEO: Lessons learned and staying the course as a travel startup
By PhocusWire | November 1, 2021
FutureStay has experienced what it takes to get a business up and running, including challenges around investment, building teams and sticking to a growth strategy. Read More
Ten things to know about the short-term rental traveler
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Ten things to know about the short-term rental traveler
By Phocuswright Research | November 1, 2021
Everything to know about the short-term rental traveler, including who they are, their unique perspectives and lodging consideration sets. Read More
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Tripadvisor's rejected or removed reviews are increasing in number
October 27, 2021
The company says the two million reviews in question represent about 9% of all submissions, with almost one million of those judged to be fraudulent. Read More
Where does Gen Z like to travel and stay?
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Where does Gen Z like to travel and stay?
By Phocuswright Research | October 27, 2021
Understanding Gen Z’s unique spend patterns, planning preferences, travel interests and trip types allows companies to adapt their approach to this audience accordingly. Read More
Travel Chapter files for IPO in bid to expand rental services
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Travel Chapter files for IPO in bid to expand rental services
By Linda Fox | October 22, 2021
Travel Chapter, which has 8,000 homes in its portfolio, plans organic growth as well as acquisitions after listing on the London Stock Exchange. Read More
Trusted Housesitters goes walkies with $10M investment deal
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Trusted Housesitters goes walkies with $10M investment deal
By Kevin May | October 22, 2021
The Series A round is the first major financial backing for the pet-sitting and travel company since its launch originally in the U.K. in 2010. Read More
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