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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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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

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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

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

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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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Google, Travalyst and more on travel’s path to sustainability

By PhocusWire | July 12, 2022

Travel leaders from Google, Travalyst, Booking.com and Byway discuss current efforts and future plans related to sustainable travel. Read More

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Short-term rental demand hits record levels in U.S.

By Kathryn Walson | July 11, 2022

Demand for short-term rentals in the U.S. is projected to climb an average of 20.3% from 2021 to 2022. Read More

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Interview / Startups

VIDEO: TrustedHousesitters - Launch pitch at Phocuswright Europe 2022

By PhocusWire | July 11, 2022

TrustedHousesitters is a subscription platform connecting people looking for pet care with pet sitters looking for travel. Read More

News / Online

Key developments in China’s online travel market

By Phocuswright Research | July 11, 2022

While many are eager to return to travel, the China market is not anticipated to return to pre-pandemic levels before 2024. Read More

News / Technology

RouteRank snapped up by Netcetera for multimodal push

By Linda Fox | July 7, 2022

The companies plan to provide multimodal mobility solutions to Netcetera's customer base. Read More

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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

Tiqets expands distribution with Trip.com Group integration

By Mitra Sorrells | July 5, 2022

Trip.com Group becomes the newest of Tiqets' 3,000 distribution partners, with another new APAC-based partner expected to be announced next week. Read More

News / Technology

Fires on all fronts as airlines fight to recover

By PhocusWire | July 5, 2022

Tamur Goudarzi Pour, CCO Swiss Air Lines and SVP channel management Lufthansa Group, discusses the challenges faced by airlines at Phocuswright Europe. Read More

News / Startups

TapTrip corporate booking tech startup acquired by TripStax

By Linda Fox | July 5, 2022

Taptrip launched in 2018 as a booking tool for SMBs but later pivoted to providing its technology through travel management companies. Read More

News / Online

Taking stock of LGBTQ+ travel

By Nicole Edenedo - Travel Weekly | July 5, 2022

Over the last two years, LGBTQ+ travelers have become more introspective about expectations and supplier marketing has become more inclusive. Read More

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