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STARTUP STAGE:  Wheel the World wants to make travel more accessible
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STARTUP STAGE: Wheel the World wants to make travel more accessible
By Linda Fox | October 24, 2019
As part of its bid to open up travel in more destinations, the company carries out accessibility... Read More
Asia Pacific losses mask Travelzoo’s overall revenue growth in Q3
News / Online
Asia Pacific losses mask Travelzoo’s overall revenue growth in Q3
By Steven Lerner | October 23, 2019
The travel deals business reported a 2.2% increase in revenue to $25.5 million for the third quarter... Read More
Remote Year raises $5M to promote "digital nomad" experience
News / Online
Remote Year raises $5M to promote "digital nomad" experience
By Steven Lerner | October 22, 2019
The early stage venture/Series B round, led by Lightbank, brings the company’s total funding to date... Read More
On the path to purchase, younger travelers book sooner, brand loyalty shrinks long-term
News / Online
On the path to purchase, younger travelers book sooner, brand loyalty shrinks long-term
By Steven Lerner | October 21, 2019
Package trip businesses might want to reexamine marketing strategies for reaching different audiences.... Read More
ZEN Rooms gets new funding from Yanolja, plots technology expansion
News / Online
ZEN Rooms gets new funding from Yanolja, plots technology expansion
By Steven Lerner | October 18, 2019
Yanolja - a self-appointed “unicorn” after Booking Holdings and GIC invested $180 million in the... Read More
Thailand, Indonesia see growth in booking volume in Southeast Asia
News / Online
Thailand, Indonesia see growth in booking volume in Southeast Asia
By Steven Lerner | October 17, 2019
New research by Insights-X reveals that Thailand was the destination of choice for 47% of the... Read More
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News / Distribution
Digital transformation still in its infancy for airlines
By Linda Fox | October 16, 2019
A study from PROS reveals perceptions from the aviation industry on the state of digital... Read More
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News / Distribution
Booking.com pilots integrated flight booking service with Etraveli
By Linda Fox | October 15, 2019
Booking.com has partnered with Etraveli to pilot an integrated flight booking service.... Read More
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News / Distribution
Airline fraud on the rise, finger pointed at loyalty programs and data breaches
By Linda Fox | October 15, 2019
Online fraud attacks on airlines are increasing with loyalty schemes often the target, according to a... Read More
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News / Technology
Hoist Group acquires HotelEngine booking platform
By Linda Fox | October 14, 2019
Hoist also acquired Locatel in 2014 and Swisscom Hospitality in 2015. The company runs a number of... Read More
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