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European tour operator FTI files for insolvency

By Linda Fox | June 3, 2024

The company, one of the largest tour operators in Europe, said the FTI Touristik brand is directly affected but that insolvency filings will follow for other group companies. Read More

Opinion / Online

Let’s create travel technology solutions to be proud of this Pride Month

By Janis Dzenis – WayAway | June 3, 2024

The technology industry has made enormous advances in innovation in just the past few years. If this June Pride Month we can promise to start using some of that innovation to fulfill the important needs... Read More

Opinion / Online

What does travel mean to China’s new generation of digital wanderers?

By Subramania Bhatt - China Trading Desk | May 31, 2024

The digital wanderer from China craves experiences that are not just unique but also reflect a deeper connection with the destination's essence. Read More

News / Technology

Viva Aerobus gets real-time pricing through Fetcherr deal

By Linda Fox | May 30, 2024

Fetcherr says its large market model “understands market dynamics” and can forecast demand to improve pricing decisions for airlines. Read More

News / Startups

Travel paytech company Swiipr raises £6 million

By Morgan Hines | May 29, 2024

The new funding is meant to help the company as it seeks to drive growth, particularly in the areas of research and development, artificial intelligence, data analytics and strategy, among others. Read More

News / Technology

How brands are using interactive video to sell travel seamlessly

By Morgan Hines | May 29, 2024

With interactive video, technology brands are taking the capability further - making booking more seamless for travelers - and marketing more effective for brands. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

Less is much more: The power of real curation in tours and activities

By Enrique Espinel - Civitatis | May 28, 2024

While increased options can lead to objectively better results, it can also cause anxiety, indecision and dissatisfaction for travelers. Read More

News / Online

As STR industry copes with growing pains, home swapping enjoys a "Holiday"

By D.J. Catron | May 28, 2024

Platforms like HomeExchange and Kindred are enjoying big gains while short-term rentals endure frustrations with stricter regulations, supply gluts and more rules and fees. Read More

News / Online

Busbud acquires revenue management platform Ratality

By Morgan Hines | May 24, 2024

The acquisition should enable Busbud to broaden its value proposition and to work toward becoming a complete solution provider. Read More

News / Technology

Expedia designs travel media network as “one-stop shop” for advertisers

By Morgan Hines | May 24, 2024

The retail ad platform, housed within Expedia Group Media Solutions, provides new capabilities and access based on its first-party data and existing partnerships. Read More

News / Technology

Travel Tech hosts D.C. showcase, maintains ancillary fee ruling criticism

By Morgan Hines | May 23, 2024

Overlooking the U.S. Capitol, the Travel Technology Association held its first Policy & Innovation Showcase with Airbnb, Sabre, Booking Holdings and more. Read More

News / Startups

Hotel tech entrepreneur launches Voyria travel startup fund

By Linda Fox | May 23, 2024

Voyria is looking to attract artificial intelligence-focused travel technology startups in the U.K. and Ireland and plans to support them financially as well as through mentorship. Read More

News / Technology

Travelsoft continues travel tech roll-up with three further acquisitions

By Linda Fox | May 23, 2024

B2B accommodation connectivity provider TravelgateX joins Travelsoft alongside reservation technology specialist Atcore Technology and Travel Connection Technology. Read More

Opinion / Online

The importance of preserving creative individuality in the STR market

By Matt Landau - VRMB | May 23, 2024

As the VRMA Executive Summit opens next week, Matt Landau says that while professionalism is a baseline for vacation rentals, creative individuality is its heart. Read More

Interview / Online

CEO Spotlight: Ariane Gorin of Expedia Group

By Mitra Sorrells | May 23, 2024

As Gorin moves into the CEO role at Expedia Group, she shares her thoughts on AI, social commerce, the B2B business, Vrbo and OneKey, as well as opinions on Airbnb and the TikTok ban. Read More

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