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IHG looks to mid-market brands and digital developments to help recovery

By Linda Fox | February 23, 2021

IHG is continuing with the phased rollout of its Guest Reservation System, developed in partnership with Amadeus. Read More

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Kakao Mobility lands $200M investment, looks to growth

By Linda Fox | February 23, 2021

Kakao Mobility plans to lean on Carlyle's industry knowledge to speed up its growth strategy. Read More

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Marriott on marketing initiatives and the summer rebound

By Christina Jelski - Travel Weekly | February 22, 2021

Julius Robinson, chief sales and marketing officer at Marriott International, highlights the messages that are resonating with customers. Read More

News / Online

Investment in digital channels a priority for airlines, OTAs

By Mitra Sorrells | February 22, 2021

Trustly asked leaders from European OTAs and airlines about the strategies they intend to use to improve their relationship with travelers. Read More

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Questo unlocks $1.5M in funding, targets tours in more U.S. cities

By Linda Fox | February 18, 2021

Questo is aiming for 200 cities by the end of 2021, growing from over 100 where it currently has games available. Read More

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As Bitcoin surges, will cryptocurrency become an accepted form of payment in travel?

By Mitra Sorrells | February 18, 2021

Industry experts agree digital currencies are an inevitable evolution and provide advantages for travel payments, but there are challenges to adoption. Read More

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Hilton posts big losses for 2020 yet forging ahead with new properties

By Linda Fox | February 17, 2021

Despite the pandemic, Hilton has a development pipeline of more than 2,500 properties. Read More

News / Online

Travel + Leisure Co. launches online booking platform

By Jill Menze | February 17, 2021

Travel + Leisure Co., formerly known as Wyndham Destinations, has launched a vacation booking platform as part of the company's rebrand. Read More

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GetYourGuide adds €80M in financing to explore strategic investments

By Linda Fox | February 16, 2021

GetYourGuide’s latest funding follows a €114 million convertible note announced in October 2020. Read More

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Record levels for rental bookings but current revenues way down

By Kevin May | February 16, 2021

Bookings are largely following the trend of avoiding properties in large cities, AirDNA says, as travelers opt for coastal and mountain destinations for their trips. Read More

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U.K. regulator puts pressure on Lastminute.com Group over refunds

By Linda Fox | February 15, 2021

The online travel group has apologized to customers still awaiting a refund and has detailed an action plan to the U.K. regulator. Read More

News / Technology

Luxury Escapes acquires Porter & Sail mobile concierge technology

By Linda Fox | February 12, 2021

Caitlin Zaino, co-founder and CEO of Porter & Sail, joins Luxury Escapes as part of the acquisition of the mobile concierge technology. Read More

News / Startups

BusUp accelerates away with $6M in funding

By Linda Fox | February 11, 2021

BusUp is looking to expand in the U.S. and sees growing demand for commuter mobility services from corporates. Read More

News / Startups

Lufthansa Innovation Hub spins off mobility startup RYDES, Porsche acquires stake

By Linda Fox | February 11, 2021

Lufthansa Group and Porsche are now minority stakeholders in the startup, with Porsche’s Forward31 venture arm acquiring a stake. Read More

Interview / Startups

STARTUP STAGE: Imagine Experiences wants to bring unique tours to locals and tourists

By Linda Fox | February 11, 2021

The company has put together a network of expert tour guides to help design fresh ideas to attract locals as well as travelers, once restrictions lift. Read More

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