Travel Planning

Google no longer removing third-party cookies, new Chrome experience planned
News / Technology
Google no longer removing third-party cookies, new Chrome experience planned
By Linda Fox | July 23, 2024
Travel brands and other e-commerce sellers have been focused on developing first-party data strategies since Google first announced it would put an end to third-party cookies in 2020. Read More
GBTA predicts business travel spending will hit a record this year, surpass $2T in 2028
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GBTA predicts business travel spending will hit a record this year, surpass $2T in 2028
By Morgan Hines | July 23, 2024
As the Global Business Travel Association's Convention 2024 opened in Atlanta, the organization released its annual outlook report, which predicts steady growth through 2028. Read More
Tripstax, FCM Travel, Accelya, Spotnana and more corporate travel news from GBTA 2024
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Tripstax, FCM Travel, Accelya, Spotnana and more corporate travel news from GBTA 2024
By Mileva Sapic | July 22, 2024
Dozens of corporate travel technology suppliers released new and updated products on the first day of the Global Business Travel Association's Convention 2024 in Atlanta. Read More
HQ lands Amex Ventures investment, plans ground transportation platform enhancements
News / Startups
HQ lands Amex Ventures investment, plans ground transportation platform enhancements
By Linda Fox | July 22, 2024
 The funds will go towards enhancing HQ's mobility platform such as its fintech and payment solutions and help the company develop its "next-generation payment and expense management solutions." Read More
Travel industry experts talk next gen bets and new tech disarray
News / Technology
Travel industry experts talk next gen bets and new tech disarray
By Linda Fox | July 22, 2024
Rod Cuthbert, founder of Viator, and Aaron Gowell, co-founder and CEO of SilverRail Technologies, discuss moves from Google and Uber as well as the wider travel technology landscape in the PhocusWire... Read More
Global IT incident grounds major airlines
News / Technology
Global IT incident grounds major airlines
By Linda Fox | July 19, 2024
Major airlines and airports including American, United, Delta and KLM were affected by a global IT outage Friday with some having to ground flights. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Amadeus, Sabre, Air Canada, Priceline, CWT and more
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Amadeus, Sabre, Air Canada, Priceline, CWT and more
By PhocusWire | July 19, 2024
 Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More
Landfolk lands €10.3M to expand vacation rental marketplace
News / Startups
Landfolk lands €10.3M to expand vacation rental marketplace
By Linda Fox | July 18, 2024
Landfolk is eyeing expansion in southern Europe following its move from its Denmark base into Germany, Norway and Sweden.   Read More
Kayak for Business adds Air APIs, payment tech to enterprise tool
News / Technology
Kayak for Business adds Air APIs, payment tech to enterprise tool
By Michael B. Baker - BTN | July 17, 2024
Kayak for Business has added new features to its Enterprise tool created with its partner Blockskye, a provider of blockchain solutions for travel, and its first customer, PwC. Read More
Bob W plans up to 2,000 apartments through Osborne+Co joint venture
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Bob W plans up to 2,000 apartments through Osborne+Co joint venture
By Linda Fox | July 17, 2024
The funds will be used to acquire and repurpose hotel and office assets into short-term serviced apartments in countries including Ireland, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom. Read More
Apollo Funds to acquire the Travel Corporation
News / Online
Apollo Funds to acquire the Travel Corporation
By Morgan Hines | July 16, 2024
The group that includes 18 brands such as Contiki, Insight Vacations and Trafalgar will be acquired after more than a century under the ownership and operation of the Tollman family. Read More
Moving Tech lands $11M for ride hailing apps from investors including Google
News / Startups
Moving Tech lands $11M for ride hailing apps from investors including Google
By Linda Fox | July 16, 2024
Moving Tech said it plans to invest in technology and product innovation as part of a “vision to empower drivers, integrate public transport and improve customer convenience.” Read More
Ravlling wants to be Northern Europe's “conscious travel” booking platform
Interview / Startups
Ravlling wants to be Northern Europe's “conscious travel” booking platform
By Morgan Hines | July 16, 2024
Founded in 2022, Ravlling aims to make searching for sustainable travel options easy, provides curated options and inspiration. Read More
Snaptrip Group adds the Hotel Guru to portfolio
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Snaptrip Group adds the Hotel Guru to portfolio
By Linda Fox | July 15, 2024
The group, which already counts United Kingdom-based brands including LateRooms and Snaptrip, said the acquisition strengthens “its position in the hotel sector and significantly expands its reach... Read More
Choosing an advisory board is key for startup success, experts say
News / Startups
Choosing an advisory board is key for startup success, experts say
By Morgan Hines | July 15, 2024
While having a plan and raising money are crucial for travel startups, experts from TravelTech.vc, Legends and Curated Planet also agree on the importance of having a good advisory board in place.... Read More
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