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Tripadvisor in transition as CEO, top exec prepare to depart
By PhocusWire | November 23, 2021
Following news of CEO Steve Kaufer's departure and his appearance at The Phocuswright Conference, it was confirmed Lindsay Nelson is also leaving Tripadvisor. Read More
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News / Technology
Connect&GO adds $3M investment for attractions tech push
By Linda Fox | November 22, 2021
Canada-based Connect&GO says its latest funding will go toward international expansion. Read More
VIDEO: Climate change is an inconvenient truth for travel
News / Technology
VIDEO: Climate change is an inconvenient truth for travel
By PhocusWire | November 22, 2021
This session at The Phocuswright Conference is an uncomfortable listen for any brand or executive who knows they could and should be doing better around sustainability. Read More
AirAsia adds biometric facial recognition to super app services
News / Technology
AirAsia adds biometric facial recognition to super app services
By Kevin May | November 19, 2021
The biometric technology, known as Fast Airport Clearance Experience System (FACES), will be deployed initially for air travel and in the Philippines. Read More
AllTrails raises $150M to expand outdoors trip app
News / Online
AllTrails raises $150M to expand outdoors trip app
By Kevin May | November 18, 2021
The investment from Permira is double the value of the U.S.-based company's previous round in 2018 and brings its total funding so far to $227 million. Read More
What will Tripadvisor's new CEO have to deliver?
Opinion / Online
What will Tripadvisor's new CEO have to deliver?
By Alex Bainbridge - Autoura | November 16, 2021
Now that Kaufer has announced his retirement, Tripadvisor must look forward and hire a replacement to take the company through this next era of the web. Read More
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Data Duopoly
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Data Duopoly
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021
Data Duopoly incentivises visitors to explore, and we gather powerful data insights to shape venues' future. Read More
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Local Purse
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Local Purse
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021
Local Purse is an award-winning web platform which supports travel guides, local artisans and cultural vendors by using live video shopping technology to host travelers around the world virtually. Read More
Hot 25 Startups 2022: ReTravel Technologies
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2022: ReTravel Technologies
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021
ReTravel is an autonomous cross-selling technology designed to maximize traveler’s value. Read More
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Vacayou
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Vacayou
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021
Vacayou is building the most comprehensive content and booking platform exclusively for wellness and active travel. Read More
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Wheel The World
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Wheel The World
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021
Wheel the World is a platform making the world accessible for travelers with disabilities. Read More
Travel industry urged to be more ambitious on sustainability
News / Distribution
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
FunNow secures $15M round, plans expansion to new countries
News / Online
FunNow secures $15M round, plans expansion to new countries
By Kevin May | November 10, 2021
Online travel agency KKday is one of a number of backers in the fellow Taiwan-based FunNow, alongside CDIB Capital, Darwin Ventures and Accuvest. Read More
My Method... A tale of two zoos and conversational technology
News / Technology
My Method... A tale of two zoos and conversational technology
By Don White - Satisfi Labs | November 9, 2021
Travelers have put the spotlight on the trip planning process during the pandemic and providing reassurance to tourists has led to the implementation of new technologies.  Read More
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News / Online
Tripadvisor CEO Steve Kaufer to retire after two decades at helm
By Mitra Sorrells | November 8, 2021
Tripadvisor announced the news in tandem with its financial report for the third quarter of 2021. Kaufer says he will remain in his position until a successor is named. Read More
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