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Phocuswright Europe 2022: Hot topics for hospitality

By PhocusWire | May 20, 2022

Executives from three of Europe's top hotel groups gather on Center Stage at Phocuswright Europe to discuss the industry's challenges, opportunities and outlook. Read More

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WTTC calls on governments to introduce a digital travel portal

By Jill Menze | May 20, 2022

In a new report, the WTTC outlines how governments can implement a digital travel portal to check a traveler’s health status prior to traveling. Read More

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Hotels develop VR "twins" as first step into metaverse

By Mitra Sorrells | May 20, 2022

Hotels are beginning to develop virtual representations of their physical properties, which will eventually live in the metaverse and support sales and marketing. Read More

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Travel fintech momentum builds as industry looks to boost revenue

By Linda Fox | May 17, 2022

Travel companies plan to equal or increase investment in fintech products and services this year. Read More

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HomeToGo updates 2022 outlook amid continued growth

By Linda Fox | May 17, 2022

HomeToGo attributes continued growth to customer acquisition and retention as well as technology. Read More

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Mass transit software provider Optibus raises $100M at $1.3B valuation

By Jill Menze | May 17, 2022

Tel Aviv-based Optibus claims it’s the first “unicorn” dedicated to the public transportation sector. Read More

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Uber adds new travel feature, party bus and EV bookings in product update

By Jill Menze | May 16, 2022

As part of its super app strategy, Uber has unleashed new features designed to capture the end-to-end travel journey. Read More

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Google Maps get a boost with immersive view

By Linda Fox | May 16, 2022

The Google Maps update will begin rolling out later this year with cities including London, Los Angeles and Tokyo to come first. Read More

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Getaround plans public listing via SPAC

By Linda Fox | May 13, 2022

The company has agreed to merge with InterPrivate II Acquisition Corp with a value of $1.2 billion for the combined entity. Read More

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Kakao Mobility partners with Splyt to expand transportation app

By Linda Fox | May 12, 2022

The deal enables users of the Kakao T app to access local taxis, private cars and motorcycles in seven additional countries. Read More

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Cabify gets EU bank loan for electric vehicle rollout

By Linda Fox | May 12, 2022

The investment will help Cabify achieve its target of a zero-emission fleet in Spain by 2025 and worldwide by 2030. Read More

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Airbnb enables “split stays” to ease inventory woes

By Mitra Sorrells | May 11, 2022

"Split stays" are part of Airbnb's newest version of its platform, described as “the biggest change to Airbnb in a decade.” Read More

News / Startups

Atriis acquires ReTravel to boost corporate traveler engagement

By Linda Fox | May 11, 2022

Atriis says the acquisition "furthers its commitment to offer traveler-centric technology.” Read More

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Travel booking windows increasing as consumers look ahead

By Linda Fox | May 11, 2022

The seven-day booking window trend seen in the pandemic is declining across EMEA and the Americas. Read More

News / Startups

Bookaway revs up with $35M in Series C funding

By Linda Fox | May 10, 2022

The company, whose brands include 12Go, GetByBus and Plataforma 10, has now raised a total of $80 million. Read More

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