Travel Booking

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Despegar acquires Mexico’s Best Day Travel Group for $136M
By Mitra Sorrells | January 27, 2020
Argentina-based Despegar will acquire Mexico's Best Day Travel Group. Read More
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eDreams Odigeo acquires Waylo to strengthen hotel division
By Linda Fox | January 27, 2020
eDreams Odigeo says it is acquiring Waylo to boost its hotels and dynamic packages business. Read More
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Daytrip gets €1M, aims to overtake Uber in countries served
By Steven Lerner | January 27, 2020
Daytrip, a platform that connects travelers with local drivers, received the investment as part of an ongoing Series A round. Read More
Furthering its digital ambitions, Lonely Planet launches experiences
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Furthering its digital ambitions, Lonely Planet launches experiences
By Linda Fox | January 23, 2020
Lonely Planet Experiences launches via a partnership with Intrepid Travel to offer day and multi-day sustainable tours. Read More
How the corporate travel industry is tackling climate change
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How the corporate travel industry is tackling climate change
By Linda Fox | January 22, 2020
The corporate travel community is tackling climate change with a focus on education, open dialogues and reducing carbon by traveling less. Read More
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Increased focus on offers and customer service are top asks from travelers
By Linda Fox | January 22, 2020
A global survey of travelers from Expedia Partner Solutions highlights the most important booking, payment and customer service factors. Read More
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By-the-hour hotel booking site ByHours adds €8M to launch U.S. operations
By Steven Lerner | January 22, 2020
Angel Ventures and DILA Capita led the Series B equity round, with participation by previous investor Howzat Partners. Read More
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News / Technology
ARC boosts corporate travel services with majority stake in NuTravel
By Mitra Sorrells | January 22, 2020
ARC has taken a majority stake in NuTravel to accelerate delivery of omnichannel solutions for corporate travel. Read More
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Hopper to pay for carbon offsets for all bookings, challenges top travel CEOs to follow suit
By Mitra Sorrells | January 21, 2020
Hopper Trees is a new initiative that covers the cost of carbon offsets for all flights and hotels booked in the Hopper app. Read More
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EbixCash partners with Amadeus, looks to grow in APAC and UAE
By Linda Fox | January 21, 2020
As part of its expansion strategy in Asia Pacific and the United Arab Emirates, EbixCash has partnered with Amadeus for access to technology and travel content. Read More
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Consumers plan to fly less as climate change concerns hit home
By Linda Fox | January 21, 2020
Research from the European Investment Bank reveals consumers plan to reduce their flying. Read More
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TripActions moves deeper into Europe with investment from Lufthansa Group
By Mitra Sorrells | January 21, 2020
TripActions will actively pursue clients in Europe with the help of Lufthansa Group. Read More
Booking.com launches CityBook as test app for destination tools and services
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Booking.com launches CityBook as test app for destination tools and services
By Kevin May | January 16, 2020
The app, known as CityBook, is a "digital guide" for destinations that will combine content, planning tools such as maps, navigation and experiences. Read More
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Industry veteran launches new boutique OTA
By Mitra Sorrells | January 16, 2020
Industry veteran Jeff Klee is launching a new online travel agency, Qtrip, that will eventually replace his original site, CheapAir. Read More
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Ryanair wins legal ruling against Skyscanner over display of fares
By Linda Fox | January 16, 2020
Ryanair granted interim injunctions against Skyscanner.de in a Hamburg court. Read More
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