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Indonesia’s online travel market eyes $17B future
News / Online
Indonesia’s online travel market eyes $17B future
By WiT | March 2, 2026
In this sneak peek of the new Indonesia Explored report, WiT is diving into how local OTAs are not just defending their home turf but are eyeing regional dominance. Read More
Holidu acquires German vacation rental platform Bestfewo.de
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Holidu acquires German vacation rental platform Bestfewo.de
By Abby Crotty | February 27, 2026
The deal marks Holidu's thirteenth acquisition and expands its customer base in Germany. Read More
Amadeus sees revenue and profit growth in 2025
News / Distribution
Amadeus sees revenue and profit growth in 2025
By Linda Fox | February 27, 2026
Revenue for the air IT solutions business increased 6.4% to €2.3 billion in 2025 while the hospitality solutions business saw revenue increase 6% to €1 billion. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: RMS, Klook, Lufthansa and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: RMS, Klook, Lufthansa and more...
By PhocusWire | February 27, 2026
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More
Skyscanner launches flights app in ChatGPT
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Skyscanner launches flights app in ChatGPT
By Morgan Hines | February 27, 2026
Skyscanner joins Hyatt, Accor, MakeMyTrip, Expedia, Booking.com and others in launching its ChatGPT app. Read More
OTAs' marketing spend exceeded $20B in 2025
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OTAs' marketing spend exceeded $20B in 2025
By Linda Fox | February 27, 2026
Marketing investment from the largest online travel players rose again last year. Read More
Trip.com Group sees growth from inbound travel to China
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Trip.com Group sees growth from inbound travel to China
By Linda Fox | February 26, 2026
The company increased net revenue in Q4 2025 by 21% to $2.2 billion, attributed to travel demand. For the full year, net revenue increased to almost $9 billion. Read More
CEO Spotlight: Teresa Mackintosh of Aven Hospitality
Interview / Technology
CEO Spotlight: Teresa Mackintosh of Aven Hospitality
By Linda Fox | February 26, 2026
Aven Hospitality's Teresa Mackintosh discusses the company's priorities, industry challenges and balancing investor and hotelier needs. Read More
S4BT adds HotelHub to deliver integrated corporate hotel offering for TMCs
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S4BT adds HotelHub to deliver integrated corporate hotel offering for TMCs
By Abby Crotty | February 25, 2026
HotelHub brings the group's portfolio to eight corporate travel brands. Read More
Accessible tourism platform Wheel the World closes $11M Series A round
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Accessible tourism platform Wheel the World closes $11M Series A round
By Abby Crotty | February 25, 2026
The round includes $3.5 million in fresh capital. Read More
Amadeus acquires AI-driven corporate travel startup SkyLink
News / Technology
Amadeus acquires AI-driven corporate travel startup SkyLink
By Linda Fox | February 25, 2026
Amadeus said the acquisition will help it scale its AI efforts, and it plans to add SkyLink's conversational technology to its existing tools. Read More
Uber unveils autonomous solutions business
News / Technology
Uber unveils autonomous solutions business
By Linda Fox | February 25, 2026
Uber Autonomous Solutions is focused on three areas: infrastructure, user experience and fleet operations. Read More
Bounce expands luggage storage network with acquisition of Nannybag
News / Startups
Bounce expands luggage storage network with acquisition of Nannybag
By Linda Fox | February 25, 2026
Bounce said the acquisition is part of its vision to create more flexibility for travelers by expanding its European network and partner base. Read More
AI is changing travel companies’ hiring mindset
News / Technology
AI is changing travel companies’ hiring mindset
By Morgan Hines | February 25, 2026
Travel industry stakeholders weigh in on how AI is changing hiring thought processes. Read More
Awaze unveils ChatGPT app as part of £45M modernization effort
News / Technology
Awaze unveils ChatGPT app as part of £45M modernization effort
By Linda Fox | February 24, 2026
The app initially features the Cottages.com brand and enables travelers to use conversational search to find suitable properties with live availability and pricing. Read More
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