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Outsite receives €300M in real estate funding as part of new partnership

By Morgan Hines | November 21, 2023

The company, which provides accommodations for digital nomads, is looking to grow its property count in Europe. Read More

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Trip.com Group attributes revenue gains to travel's "substantial recovery"

By Linda Fox | November 21, 2023

During an earnings call James Liang, Trip.com Group's chairman, added that outbound business is “rapidly recovering” and that the company anticipates “a continuously strong demand for outbound travel in... Read More

News / Technology

Princess Cruises' John Padgett talks technology and creating value

By Arnie Weissmann - Travel Weekly | November 21, 2023

John Padgett led development of the MagicBand for Disney and the Ocean Medallion for Princess Cruises, where he is now president. Read More

News / Startups

Velocity Ventures invests in ByHours to support Asian expansion

By WebinTravel | November 20, 2023

The rising demand for microstays, particularly the unique three-hour pack, indicates a trend in consumer expectations in the hospitality sector. Read More

News / Technology

Destinations weigh up impact of AI

By Linda Fox | November 20, 2023

Sojern's State of Destination Marketing 2024 revealed that 49% of destination marketing organizations are expecting a significant impact from AI. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

CarTrawler on opportunities in AI, sustainability and loyalty

By PhocusWire | November 20, 2023

CarTrawler chief business officer Andrew Murphy discusses the company's future plans in the PhocusWire studio at The Phocuswright Conference. Read More

News / Technology

Airbnb, Mondee moves signal role of acquisitions in travel's race for AI

By Morgan Hines & Linda Fox | November 17, 2023

Last week's acquisitions by Airbnb and Mondee reflect a business strategy of chasing speed as the travel industry heads enter the AI race. Read More

News / Technology

Kayak partners with crypto travel booking service Travala

By Derek Catron | November 17, 2023

The integration will enhance Travala’s exposure, showcasing its hotel and flight offerings side by side with more traditional travel platforms. Read More

News / Distribution

Earnings roundup: EDreams, Flight Centre and Sonder

By Linda Fox | November 17, 2023

Highlights from the latest financial updates of eDreams Odigeo, Flight Centre and Sonder. Read More

News / Online

5 key takeaways from The Phocuswright Conference

By PhocusWire | November 17, 2023

Whether you were at the 2023 Phocuswright Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, or whether you’ve taken interest from afar, there is plenty to catch up on after a string of panels, sessions,... Read More

News / Distribution

European lawmakers agree on registration system for short-term rental hosts and platforms

By Linda Fox | November 16, 2023

As a first step towards shaking short-term rentals rules across Europe, lawmakers have agreed on draft regulation for a registration system and data sharing. Read More

News / Distribution

Phocuswright inducts Flo Lugli and Steve Kaufer to Hall of Fame

By PhocusWire | November 16, 2023

The latest inductees to the Phocuswright Hall of Fame are Flo Lugli, principal at Navesink, and Tripadvisor founder Steve Kaufer. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

Sutherland Global on creating an enriched, omnichannel experience in travel

By PhocusWire | November 16, 2023

Sutherland operates around the globe to help airlines, hotels, online travel agencies and travel management companies drive revenue, optimize costs and enhance experiences. Read More

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“Kayak killer”? Hafner, English swap barbs, talk new ventures

By Derek Catron | November 16, 2023

Kayak CEO Steve Hafner and co-founder Paul English, now with Deets, took the stage together Wednesday at The Phocuswright Conference in Fort Lauderdale. Sparks flew. Read More