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News / Technology
Experts warn companies to prepare for security breaches when travel restrictions lift
By Linda Fox | May 5, 2020
Travel companies may have seen an increase in phishing attacks due to the volume of refunds issued recently, but experts say they should brace for security breaches as restrictions lift. Read More
Tough decisions and new goals - Stasher's survival story
News / Startups
Tough decisions and new goals - Stasher's survival story
By Linda Fox | May 4, 2020
Stasher shares how the startup is fighting for survival and confronting how travel might be different in the future. Read More
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News / Technology
New product displays COVID-19 stats on airline, hotel and OTA websites
By Mitra Sorrells | May 4, 2020
Bacarai's new SmartCheck product pulls publicly available COVID-19 data from cities around the world. Read More
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News / Online
Hospitality reports point to uptick in hotel activity
By Mitra Sorrells | May 1, 2020
RateGain and STR have released data that hints at a slight increase in demand for hotel rooms. Read More
How aviation should plan for a different sector to emerge post-coronavirus
News / Distribution
How aviation should plan for a different sector to emerge post-coronavirus
By Linda Fox | April 30, 2020
No one can safely predict how long it will take for the industry to bounce back, but aviation experts are hoping for a return to 80% of pre-COVID-19 levels in two to three years.  Read More
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News / Startups
Frontdesk secures $6.8M Series A, targets longer stays due to COVID-19
By Mitra Sorrells | April 30, 2020
Frontdesk has secured a $6.8 million Series A round from its existing investors as it aims to provide an alternative to lengthy apartment leases. Read More
Diving trips platform Zublu adds $1M in seed funding
News / Startups
Diving trips platform Zublu adds $1M in seed funding
By Linda Fox | April 29, 2020
The round was led by Wavemaker Partners, with Mana Impact, She1k and angel investors also participating. Read More
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News / Distribution
Behind GetYourGuide's strategy of zero bookings and zero layoffs
By Mitra Sorrells | April 29, 2020
The Berlin-based tours and activities brand has implemented voluntary reductions in hours and pay for more than half of its employees to cut expenses at a time when it expects no new revenue. Read More
Airlines could look to subscription services as a core part of revenue going forward
News / Distribution
Airlines could look to subscription services as a core part of revenue going forward
By Linda Fox | April 28, 2020
PROS looks at whether airline annual subscription services could be a strong revenue stream for carriers in the wake of coronavirus. Read More
Coronavirus is reshaping the airport experience of the future, part 1
Opinion / Technology
Coronavirus is reshaping the airport experience of the future, part 1
By Omar Abou Faraj - Dubz | April 28, 2020
Airport technology and new customer interfaces can play a huge role in making the industry more resilient during a pandemic crisis, not to mention bringing in massive and sustainable operational and... Read More
Specialist tours operators reveal impact of coronavirus on revenue and operations
News / Distribution
Specialist tours operators reveal impact of coronavirus on revenue and operations
By Linda Fox | April 27, 2020
A WeTravel survey gauges business sentiment from multi- and single-day tour operators. Read More
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News / Startups
How a trip-planning startup pivoted its model to jump on road-trip trend
By Mitra Sorrells | April 27, 2020
The company had been working on partnerships with automotive and airlines companies, but is now developing solutions for tourism agencies. Read More
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Opinion / Online
How does a decimated activities sector find a route to recovery, part 2
By Peter Syme - 1000 Mile Journeys | April 27, 2020
What should existing operators focus on in now and in the longer term? And where are there opportunities for new startups to address emerging needs? Read More
Scenarios for what the travel industry might be dealing with after COVID-19
News / Distribution
Scenarios for what the travel industry might be dealing with after COVID-19
By Linda Fox | April 24, 2020
For travel companies looking at how and when they might emerge from the COVID-19 crisis, outcome planning is a big part of the equation. Read More
Accor ramps up cost-saving measures as coronavirus outbreak hits
News / Distribution
Accor ramps up cost-saving measures as coronavirus outbreak hits
By Linda Fox | April 23, 2020
The France-based hotel giant announced a 17% decrease year-over-year to €768 million in consolidated revenue for the first quarter of 2020. Read More
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