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Opinion / Technology

How NFTs can be used as “smart tickets” for travel experiences

By Hunter Abramson - Relic Tickets | July 6, 2022

Combining the convenience of mobile ticketing with the security measures of blockchain technology, NFT tickets are poised to become the future for travel and experiences. Read More

News / Distribution

Tiqets expands distribution with Trip.com Group integration

By Mitra Sorrells | July 5, 2022

Trip.com Group becomes the newest of Tiqets' 3,000 distribution partners, with another new APAC-based partner expected to be announced next week. Read More

Interview / Startups

VIDEO: It’s July – Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright Europe 2022

By PhocusWire | June 30, 2022

It’s July facilitates matches between families to meet and create experiences together while traveling. Read More

Opinion / Technology

How AI can help the talent crisis in attractions and resorts

By Don White - Satisfi Labs | June 28, 2022

Adopting the right level of AI technology can free staff to focus on the most crucial - and lucrative - customer interactions. Read More

From Our Partners / Startups

VIDEO: Travel booking through content creators

By PhocusWire | June 27, 2022

Wndr founder and CEO Mickey Haslavsky shares how the platform is the "digital evolution of a tour guide" - driving revenue to both creators and partners. Read More

News / Online

Gondola acquires Tour Boogie to help tour companies reach customers directly

By Kathryn Walson | June 24, 2022

With Tour Boogie’s software, Gondola will help tours and activities providers increase direct bookings. Read More

News / Online

Booking.com on mobile app usage, consumer trends

By Linda Fox | June 23, 2022

PhocusWire talks to Booking.com's Arjan Dijk about shifting consumer habits and providing a contextual experience. Read More

News / Startups

EasyGuide lands £1M for TV advertising push

By Linda Fox | June 21, 2022

EasyGuide is a standalone entity offering tours and activities under the “easy” family of companies. Read More

News / Technology

Cryptocurrency platform Binance partners with Splyt for rides and experiences

By Mitra Sorrells | June 20, 2022

Binance is integrating ride-hailing and experiences from Splyt so users can book and pay with cryptocurrency. Read More

News / Online

JetBlue's trip booking platform adds Peek, Vacasa inventory

By Mitra Sorrells | June 13, 2022

JetBlue's trip booking platform Paisly now includes activities inventory from Peek and vacation rentals from Vacasa. Read More

News / Technology

Travel industry sees marketing potential in web3

By Linda Fox | June 9, 2022

Travel marketers are keen to explore technologies such as the metaverse, AI and NFTs. Read More

Interview / Startups

Startup Stage: Basubu is a marketplace for wellness travel

By Mitra Sorrells | June 7, 2022

Basubu launched in September 2021 after its founders say they noticed increased demand for travel built around wellness experiences, such as yoga, meditation, painting, cooking, hiking and more. Read More