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TTC launches carbon fund to reach net zero

By Linda Fox | December 5, 2022

After a year of reviewing possible routes towards achieving net zero by 2050, The Travel Corporation (TTC), whose brands include Trafalgar Tours, Contiki Tours and Uniworld River Cruises, opted for the... Read More

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Video: Expedia research uncovers disparities between travelers' desires and industry perceptions

By PhocusWire | December 5, 2022

Expedia for Business senior vice president and chief marketing officer Cheryl Miller shares some of the findings of the latest Traveler Value Index report. Read More

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5 ways fintech is revolutionizing corporate travel

By Cathy Walsh | December 5, 2022

Modern expense management solutions are leveraging fintech to address corporate travel challenges and craft a seamless T&E experience. Read More

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Forbes Travel Guide partners with Jerne for influencer marketing

By Kathryn Walson | December 5, 2022

The integrated partnership grants FTG’s 2,000 hotels, restaurants and spas access to Jerne’s technology that facilitates relationships with influencers and creators. Read More

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Payments power travel companies to new destinations

By Laurie Gablehouse - Worldline | December 5, 2022

It took a global pandemic for many travel and hospitality companies to realize that without resilient and transparent payment processes their business might not be able to survive. Read More

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Le Collectionist scores €60M for luxury rentals expansion

By Linda Fox | December 2, 2022

Highland Europe led the investment in the Paris, France-based business with a number of business angels and private investors also involved. Read More

News / Startups

AltoVita lands $9.5M in funding for corporate accommodation platform

By Linda Fox | December 2, 2022

The round, which is led by Novum Capital Partners and Fifth Wall, will go towards further expansion with a goal of delivering 2.5 million properties by the end of 2023. Read More

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Snapchat, Meta share how to use social media to engage travelers

By PhocusWire | December 2, 2022

During a panel at The Phocuswright Conference, participants discuss why AR and influencers are key for travel brands’ social media strategies. Read More

Opinion / Online

Four ways virtual cards help drive travel's digital transformation

By David Wood - Conferma Pay | December 1, 2022

Virtual cards are starting to be used in versatile new ways as the wider industry finds innovative solutions to improve the experience for the traveler on the ground. Read More

News / Startups

ResortPass lands $26M to expand "daycation" access globally

By Kathryn Walson | November 30, 2022

The round was co-led by Declaration Partners and 14W, with participation from existing lead investor CRV and new investors including celebrities Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessica Alba. Read More

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Airbnb-friendly apartments launches to turn renters into hosts

By Linda Fox | November 30, 2022

Airbnb-friendly apartments are buildings that allow their residents to rent out a spare room or their whole apartment on the platform. Read More

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Expedia's Kern on changing perceptions of its role in travel

By PhocusWire | November 30, 2022

Expedia Group's Peter Kern discusses the company's recent technology, loyalty and sustainability moves at The Phocuswright Conference 2022. Read More

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Video: @Hotel - Phocuswright Conference Launch innovator

By PhocusWire | November 30, 2022

@Hotel is a hotel booking platform for Instagram from Tripscout. Read More

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Hilton, Adobe challenge students to reimagine travel booking

By Mitra Sorrells | November 29, 2022

The winning team examined how consumers are making decisions digitally across devices and recommended how to increase online bookings and customer loyalty. Read More