Travel Planning

Travel brands expand TikTok presence to reach new audiences
News / Online
Travel brands expand TikTok presence to reach new audiences
By Kathryn Walson | July 21, 2022
Travel providers including Booking.com, Kayak and Carnival Cruise Line outline their TikTok strategies. Read More
Luggage shipping service Sherpr launches trade unit as baggage turmoil continues
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Luggage shipping service Sherpr launches trade unit as baggage turmoil continues
By Jill Menze | July 20, 2022
With Sherpr’s trade service, tour operators, travel agents and advisors can add luggage shipping onto customers’ bookings. Read More
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News / Online
Last-minute flight bookings in Europe down from 2019
By Kathryn Walson | July 20, 2022
Last-minute reservations for flights within Europe were down 44% from 2019 levels as of July 10, according to new research by ForwardKeys. Read More
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News / Distribution
Q&A: Marriott Vacations Worldwide on digital strategy
By Jill Menze | July 18, 2022
Marriott Vacations Worldwide EVP and chief brand and digital strategy officer Lori Gustafson explains the company's digital-first approach to timeshare. Read More
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Interview / Startups
VIDEO: Group Reservation System - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2022
By PhocusWire | July 18, 2022
Group Reservation System is a leisure group-focused SaaS platform connecting hotels and travel providers. Read More
Flyr Labs swoops up Newshore for airline e-commerce tech
News / Technology
Flyr Labs swoops up Newshore for airline e-commerce tech
By Linda Fox | July 15, 2022
Spain-based Newshore helps airlines improve the customer experience and boost online direct sales through its e-commerce, customer management and content management technology. Read More
How the travel industry can benefit from embedded insurance
Opinion / Online
How the travel industry can benefit from embedded insurance
By Noam Shapira - Pattern | July 15, 2022
Embedded insurance offers benefits to consumers, insurers and third-parties. Read More
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News / Online
Banks look to travel to boost customer loyalty
By Mitra Sorrells | July 15, 2022
Capital One, American Express and Revolut are among the banks partnering with travel brands. Read More
KKday gets $95M infusion to expand its footprint in Asia
News / Startups
KKday gets $95M infusion to expand its footprint in Asia
By Kathryn Walson | July 14, 2022
Taiwanese experiences platform KKday plans to "double down" on current initiatives including partnering with its merchants and OTAs to digitize their businesses. Read More
Amadeus invests in climate tech specialist Chooose
News / Technology
Amadeus invests in climate tech specialist Chooose
By Linda Fox | July 14, 2022
Chooose specializes in the integration of climate action options in the customer booking process. Read More
Online travel packages site VakantieDiscounter gets fresh investment
News / Online
Online travel packages site VakantieDiscounter gets fresh investment
By Linda Fox | July 14, 2022
Netherlands-based online travel agency VakantieDiscounter provides holiday package deals and is part of Otravo. Read More
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News / Startups
VIDEO: Mobee Travel helps people with disabilities travel around the world
By PhocusWire | July 14, 2022
Executives from Mobee Travel explain the comprehensive services the startup provides for people with accessibility needs. Read More
Swvl acquires shared mobility platform Urbvan
News / Startups
Swvl acquires shared mobility platform Urbvan
By Linda Fox | July 13, 2022
The acquisition of Mexico-based Urbvan is Swvl’s sixth this year. Read More
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Interview / Online
In The Big Chair - Dhruv Shringi of Yatra
By Linda Fox | July 13, 2022
Dhruv Shringi is co-founder and CEO of Yatra, having launched the company in 2006 and listing it on the Nasdaq 10 years later. Read More
Holibob raises $12M to strengthen tours and activities tech
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
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