Travel Booking

News / Technology

Hopper nabs $100M, wants to be "number-one mobile travel marketplace in the world"

By Mitra Sorrells | October 3, 2018

Hopper is initiating a massive growth strategy fueled by a $100 million Series D financing round announced today. Read More

News / Distribution

Vacasa buys Oasis Collections, unseats Wyndham as top vacation rental company

By Jill Menze | October 2, 2018

Vacasa has acquired Oasis Collections, a home-share company with investment backing by Hyatt Hotels. According to Vacasa, the deal moves the Portland-based business ahead of Wyndham Vacation Rentals as... Read More

News / Startups

Russian airline group S7 earmarks $50M for startups

By Linda Fox | October 2, 2018

Russia-based S7 Group, which already includes an airline and space program, is turning its attention to startup investment. Read More

Phocuswright Conference 2018 preview Rajesh Magow

Interview / Online

In the green room at Phocuswright with... Rajesh Magow

By PhocusWire | October 2, 2018

With responsibility for MakeMyTrip’s business strategy and operational leadership in India, Magow has helped the company become a leader in the country’s online travel industry, with more than $4... Read More

Opinion / Online

Baggage handling – the next frontier in better air travel service?

By Jeff Boyd - Luggage Free | October 1, 2018

Today’s travelers expect better service and a better experience from brands and businesses more than ever before. Read More

Interview / Startups

Startup Stage: Pitched wants to be the Airbnb of camping

By Mitra Sorrells | October 1, 2018

Ontario-based Pitched is modeled after Airbnb – allowing Canadian property owners to rent their land to travelers looking for unique, affordable places to set up their tents. Read More

Interview / Online

In The Big Chair - Kris Naudts of Culture Trip

By Linda Fox | October 1, 2018

Kris Naudts has a background in academic psychiatry but left the field in 2011 to found Culture Trip, which began life as an online bookstore. Read More

News / Distribution

Airbnb adds boutique hotels in Thailand via local trade partnership

By Linda Fox | September 27, 2018

Airbnb partners with local trade association in Thailand to add boutique properties Read More

News / Distribution

Business travel moves to greater flexibility as a new age emerges

By PhocusWire | September 27, 2018

Is there a segment of the travel industry that is said to be constant state of flux more than business travel? Probably not... Read More

News / Startups

Ctrip adds Splyt’s global ride-hailing to its mobile app

By Mitra Sorrells | September 27, 2018

Ctrip customers can now use the online travel agency’s app to book transportation in more than 1,000 cities around the world. Read More

News / Online

Ride-sharing service Shohoz looks to further on-demand services after $15M investment

By Linda Fox | September 26, 2018

With funding of $15 million, Bangladesh-based Shohoz is looking to extend beyond ground transportation services. Read More

News / Distribution

Further expansion for OYO in China as investors commit to $1B in funding

By Linda Fox | September 26, 2018

OYO has raised $800 million with a commitment for a further $200 million via Softbank Vision Fund. Read More

Travelport tours and activities blockchain

News / Distribution

Travelport and IBM test blockchain to improve distribution and settlement for tours and activities

By Mitra Sorrells | September 26, 2018

Another travel brand is looking to gain a foothold in the booming in-destination experiences sector. Read More

News / Technology

Leisure Pass Group brings multi-attraction technology to North America

By Jill Menze | September 25, 2018

Attraction pass provider Leisure Pass Group is opening up its custom management platform, known as Leisure Pass Operating System (LPOS), to its North American partners. Read More