Travel Inspiration

News / Online

Tripadvisor recovers close to 2019 levels in Q2 2022

By Linda Fox | August 4, 2022

Tripadvisor says the strongest recovery in Q2 2022 came from its Viator and the Fork segments. Read More

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Digital regulation gets go-ahead in Europe

By Linda Fox | July 28, 2022

Travel companies see a more level playing field and innovation coming out of the European Commission's Digital Markets Act. Read More

News / Distribution

Removing complexity in tours and activities

By PhocusWire | July 25, 2022

TourRadar and TUI discuss the fragmentation and complexities of the tours segment at Phocuswright Europe 2022. Read More

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Consumers willing to pay more for inclusive travel choices

By Jill Menze | July 25, 2022

According to a new study, seven in 10 consumers are willing to pay more for a destination, lodging or transportation option that is more inclusive to all types of travelers. Read More

From Our Partners / Startups

VIDEO: Road.Travel on the convergence of connected cars and travel

By PhocusWire | July 22, 2022

Road.Travel works with automobile manufacturers to integrate its curated road trips into their vehicles. Read More

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News / Technology

Southwest connects passengers to destinations via flight tracking tech

By Linda Fox | July 21, 2022

Using AR and videos, passengers can view a virtual version of the flight deck, window and aircraft. Read More

News / Distribution

Holibob raises $12M to strengthen tours and activities tech

By Jill Menze | July 12, 2022

Holibob says the Series A round will help capitalize on the tours and activities distribution specialist’s recent growth. Read More

News / Online

Airbnb partners with 20 destinations for new “live and work anywhere” initiative

By Mitra Sorrells | July 6, 2022

Airbnb has selected 20 destinations that will receive landing pages on the platform that are intended to serve as a “one-stop shop” for remote workers. Read More

News / Distribution

Attribute-based shopping boosts value for hotel guests

By Kathryn Walson | June 29, 2022

Attribute-based shopping is likely to increase traveler value, certainty and satisfaction among hotel guests, a new survey shows. Read More

News / Startups

Journee lands £1.75M for mystery trip service

By Linda Fox | June 28, 2022

Founded in 2019, Journee matches travelers with "mystery" trips by collecting their preferences around budget, dates, location and experiences. Read More

From Our Partners / Startups

VIDEO: Travel booking through content creators

By PhocusWire | June 27, 2022

Wndr founder and CEO Mickey Haslavsky shares how the platform is the "digital evolution of a tour guide" - driving revenue to both creators and partners. Read More