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Airlines have jacked up the cost of reward travel since 2019
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Airlines have jacked up the cost of reward travel since 2019
By Robert Silk | April 5, 2024
A new analysis from consulting firm IdeaWorks shows the cost of reward travel at U.S. airlines has jumped sharply since 2019, eroding the value of frequent-flyer points.   Read More
New iSeatz report finds challenges for travel in membership group loyalty programs
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New iSeatz report finds challenges for travel in membership group loyalty programs
By D.J. Catron | March 15, 2024
While most membership organizations offer travel perks in their loyalty programs, few members use the service when booking travel, the report found.   Read More
Turbulence ahead: Aviation leaders brace for elevated flight disruptions
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Turbulence ahead: Aviation leaders brace for elevated flight disruptions
By Derek Catron | February 6, 2024
Flight disruptions are 300% above historical norms, and aviation leaders expect those levels to remain elevated, a new study from Amadeus finds.   Read More
Trip.com Group creates travel app for Apple Vision Pro
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Trip.com Group creates travel app for Apple Vision Pro
By Morgan Hines | February 5, 2024
Trip.com Group's Trip.Vision app is intended to bring realistic destination experiences to users at home - enabling them to to virtually explore places including Antarctica, the Maldives, Mount Everest... Read More
Phocuswright’s 2024 guide to travel innovation and tech
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Phocuswright’s 2024 guide to travel innovation and tech
By Phocuswright Research | February 5, 2024
The Phocuswright report from a team of researchers looks at the most significant innovation trends in travel technology and distribution for 2024 and beyond.   Read More
International bookings rose in ’23 even as hotel rooms got costlier
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International bookings rose in ’23 even as hotel rooms got costlier
By Derek Catron | January 29, 2024
The SiteMinder trends report for 2023 was based on 115 million hotel bookings. Booking.com remained the most popular booking channel. Read More
Short-term rentals had up and down year, AirDNA report finds
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Short-term rentals had up and down year, AirDNA report finds
By Derek Catron | January 25, 2024
Growth in supply outpaced demand, yet the sector saw a record $64 billion in revenues amid high-profile regulatory action.   Read More
Seeking sustainable options when travelers aren’t as green as they say
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Seeking sustainable options when travelers aren’t as green as they say
By Derek Catron | January 18, 2024
New research from Phocuswright shows that while travelers may talk about supporting sustainability, their behavior demonstrates something else. Some wonder if more government incentives or regulations... Read More
Younger travelers boost importance of sustainability, new research shows
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Younger travelers boost importance of sustainability, new research shows
By Derek Catron | January 16, 2024
Research from the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance finds a growing market opportunity for sustainable travel that’s likely to accelerate.   Read More
Key trends in consumer preferences and booking behaviors for travel
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Key trends in consumer preferences and booking behaviors for travel
By PhocusWire | January 11, 2024
Expedia Group's "Path to Purchase" report identified trends and opportunities for brands to reach travelers during the inspiration, research, planning and booking phases of their trip. Read More
The best of Phocuswright research from 2023
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The best of Phocuswright research from 2023
By PhocusWire | December 22, 2023
Phocuswright produces a broad range of research and analysis throughout the year on travel, tourism and hospitality. Catch up on the data, trends and forecasting that you missed from 2023. Read More
How to capture Gen Z travelers’ interest on social media
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How to capture Gen Z travelers’ interest on social media
By Morgan Hines | November 14, 2023
Meta, Snap Inc. and Hostelworld share steps to take for brands looking to attract a younger traveling audience on social media. Read More
Will these 5 U.S. consumer trends continue into 2024?
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Will these 5 U.S. consumer trends continue into 2024?
By Phocuswright Research | November 13, 2023
Phocuswright’s U.S. Consumer Travel Report 2023 provides a snapshot of American travelers’ recent behavior and travel sentiment in the post-pandemic environment.   Read More
Google: Asia Pacific leads in travel resurgence
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Google: Asia Pacific leads in travel resurgence
By Arvindh Yuvaraj – Web in Travel | October 16, 2023
Recent search interest in APAC is not only above 2019 levels but shows consistent growth in both international and domestic travel, according to Google's Hermione Joye, who spoke at WiT Singapore 2023. Read More
Instagram moments boosting importance of travel experiences
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Instagram moments boosting importance of travel experiences
By D.J. Catron | October 5, 2023
While experiences continue to gain importance in travel planning, factors such as limited online supply, weather and fixed pricing create disincentives to book far in advance.   Read More