Travel Planning

News / Online

How influencer content is reaping rewards for travel companies

By Linda Fox | November 10, 2023

A study from Jerne, a platform connecting creators with experience providers, shows the results of a hosted influencer visit in terms of post engagement from fans and followers. Read More

News / Technology

OTA Insight expands capabilities through single platform, rebrands to Lighthouse

By Linda Fox | November 9, 2023

Following acquisitions in 2022 and earlier this year the company felt it had outgrown the OTA Insight name. The unified platform offers wider business intelligence capabilities, including more... Read More

News / Startups

Raus adds €8.5M in funding for nature-based stays platform

By Linda Fox | November 9, 2023

Germany-based Raus offers cabin accommodation in areas near German cities, including Berlin and Dresden. The investment will go towards expansion across Europe with a launch in Austria planned soon. Read More

News / Technology

Microsoft and Tripadvisor on what OpenAI’s DevDay product announcements mean for travel

By Mitra Sorrells | November 8, 2023

In PhocusWire's fourth Let's Hear It! LinkedIn Audio event, Tripadvisor head of data Rahul Todkar and Microsoft regional vice president for advertising Pablo Laucirica unpack the meaning of OpenAI's... Read More

News / Online

Where next for Etraveli with Booking.com deal off the table?

By Linda Fox | November 8, 2023

Following a veto by European regulators of the Booking.com-Etraveli acquisition, Etraveli CEO Mathias Hedlund talks about what’s next for the company, growth opportunities and its focus on flights. Read More

News / Startups

Fairlyne announces partnership with Rail Europe

By Morgan Hines | November 8, 2023

Fairlyne’s platform - which is designed to distribute vouchers to ticket resellers - should align with Rail Europe's vision to build a convenient and sustainable rail travel ecosystem. Read More

News / Technology

IHG, Hilton, Marriott, Wyndham: How hotels prioritize mobile apps

By Morgan Hines | November 7, 2023

Hotel brands are adding more features to their mobile apps and using them as key tools for loyalty as consumers continue to be glued to their phones. Read More

News / Online

Tripadvisor Q3 revenue up across all segments, most sharply for Viator

By Mitra Sorrells | November 6, 2023

Tripadvisor's total revenue in the third quarter of this year was $533 million, up 16% year over year, with nearly half of that revenue coming from Viator. Read More

Opinion / Online

Google Maps: A new direct channel for tour operators and activities

By Brennen Bliss – Propellic | November 6, 2023

Google Maps has been evolving to serve travelers and travel brands over the past few years, and its newest major update could lead to increased direct bookings for tour operators and activities. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

The role of travel insurance for customer experience and loyalty

By PhocusWire | November 6, 2023

Allianz Partners US CEO Jeff Wright discusses innovation in travel insurance and how effective solutions can serve as an extension of travel suppliers' brands and drive customer loyalty. Read More