U.S. TikTok Ban Could Reshape Travel Marketing Strategies
With a U.S. TikTok ban potentially going into effect this Sunday, travel brands are assessing the impact on their marketing… Read More »
Hotels Expect AI to Transform Hospitality in 2024
A majority of hotel professionals believe artificial intelligence will significantly impact the hospitality industry this year, according to a new… Read More »
Superlogic Debuts Experience Marketplace at Phocuswright 2024
Superlogic, a tech company founded in 2021, is transforming customer engagement through its B2B2C marketplace, which enables brands to offer… Read More »
Travel Experts Discuss Google’s Search Dominance Amid AI Disruption
Google’s online search dominance is under increased scrutiny, with the U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority recently launching an investigation into… Read More »
Hilton and AmEx Aid SoCal Wildfire Relief
In a powerful demonstration of corporate social responsibility, Hilton Hotels and American Express are joining forces to provide critical support… Read More »
Variety Cruises Offers Up to 20% Off and Travel Advisor Incentives
This wave season, Variety Cruises is offering enticing deals for travelers and travel advisors through its “Cruise into Bliss” promotion…. Read More »
Purple Elephant Ventures Secures $4.5M to Advance Travel Tech in Africa
Kenya-based startup studio Purple Elephant Ventures (PEV) has raised $4.5 million in seed funding to revolutionize Africa’s tourism industry through… Read More »
Mondee Plans Asset Sale, Restructuring After Nasdaq Delisting
Mondee Holdings, a travel marketplace, is planning to sell its assets to improve its financial standing following its recent Nasdaq… Read More »
India’s Travel Sector Poised for Rapid Growth Amid Economic Boom
India’s travel industry is experiencing significant growth, driven by a strong economy and rising middle class. In 2023, the sector… Read More »
Scenic Group Celebrates Record Sales and Awards in 2024
Scenic Group, the parent company of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises, is celebrating a record-breaking year in… Read More »
RIU Hotel Unveils Redesigned Site & Mobile App Experience
RIU Hotels & Resorts has recently redesigned its website and mobile app to elevate the customer experience and strengthen its… Read More »
Boardy AI Secures $8M Seed Funding After $3M Pre-Seed
Boardy AI, an AI-powered networking platform, has raised $8 million in a seed funding round led by Creandum, just months… Read More »
U.K. Regulator Launches Probe into Google’s Search Dominance
The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened an investigation into Google’s dominance in search and advertising services. The… Read More »
Paxport Acquires Minority Stake in PnrGo to Expand Passenger Data Services
Flight content specialist Paxport Group has acquired a minority stake in passenger data company PnrGo, marking a significant step in… Read More »
10 Key Travel Insights Shaping the Industry in 2025
Phocuswright has released Travel Forward: Data, Insights and Trends for 2025, providing a comprehensive analysis of the $1.61 trillion global… Read More »
Casago CEO Steve Schwab on Growth, Tech, and Industry Insights
Casago, a vacation rental property management company founded in 2001, recently announced plans to acquire competitor Vacasa. With nearly 5,000… Read More »
Philippine Tourism Goes Halal
AirAsia Philippines and the Philippine Department of Tourism are joining forces to make the Philippines an increasingly halal and Muslim-friendly… Read More »
Galley Bay Joins Virtuoso Network for Luxury Travel
Galley Bay Resort & Spa in Antigua has proudly joined the Virtuoso network, a prestigious group of luxury travel suppliers,… Read More »
FlySafair Under Investigation for Overbooking Practices
South Africa’s National Consumer Commission (NCC) has launched an investigation into FlySafair over allegations of overbooking and overselling. The probe… Read More »
Juniper Group Expands Travel Tech Portfolio with InteRES Acquisition
Juniper Group has acquired Germany-based connectivity and retailing specialist InteRES, marking its third acquisition in under a year. The financial… Read More »
Google Cloud Powers AI Conversations for Drivers with Nearby Info
Google Cloud is enhancing the driving experience with natural language conversations through an expanded partnership with Mercedes-Benz. This collaboration will… Read More »
Hotel Experts Discuss Data, AI, and Speed to Market Strategies
Hotel revenue management is evolving rapidly, with advancements in technology enabling faster, more dynamic responses to market trends. Industry leaders… Read More »
Travel Loyalty Programs Evolve to Meet Changing Customer Needs
Travel companies are rethinking loyalty strategies to foster deeper, more emotional connections with customers. At The Phocuswright Conference, executives from… Read More »
DOJ Seeks to Block Amex GBT’s $570M Acquisition of CWT
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a civil antitrust lawsuit to block American Express Global Business Travel’s (Amex GBT)… Read More »
Travel Tech Updates: FCM, Faye, Nium, and More
This week’s travel tech news highlights industry innovations, leadership changes, and product launches. Hospitable Introduces Conference and Coaching:Hospitable is launching… Read More »
Crystal Cruises Celebrates 35th with Themed Cruises
In celebration of its 35th anniversary, Crystal, a leader in exceptional cruise experiences, has unveiled its first selection of 2025-themed… Read More »