CEO Spotlight: Johannes Reck on GetYourGuide’s Growth and AI
Johannes Reck, CEO and co-founder of GetYourGuide, shared insights on the company’s strategy, the evolving experiences sector, and the role… Read More »
HomeToGo’s Bodo Thielmann Talks AI, M&A, and Vacation Rentals
As Phocuswright Europe approaches, PhocusWire spotlights key speakers, including Bodo Thielmann, chief investment director at HomeToGo. Thielmann will join the… Read More »
Amadeus Sees Q1 Profit Rise Amid Global Travel Uncertainty
Amadeus has reported strong first-quarter 2025 results, highlighting double-digit profit growth despite ongoing global uncertainty. Group revenue rose 9% year… Read More »
NextTrip Secures $3M Credit Line to Boost Growth and Marketing
NextTrip, a travel booking and media technology company, has secured a $3 million revolving credit line from its chairman, Don… Read More »
Expedia Hit by US Travel Slump, Canada Bookings Down 30%
Expedia Group reported mixed first-quarter 2025 results, with bookings and revenue in line with guidance but impacted by softening U.S…. Read More »
Bridging the Gap Between Sustainable Travel Intentions and Action
While travelers increasingly express interest in sustainable travel, their actions often fall short. A growing gap exists between intention and… Read More »
Short-Term Rentals Face Growth Challenges Amid Rising Standards
Once a pandemic-era favorite, the short-term rental (STR) sector now stands at a crossroads as its growth plateaus and consumer… Read More »
FTC Sues Uber Over Deceptive Billing, Cancellation Practices
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against Uber, accusing the ride-hailing company of charging customers for… Read More »
Weekly Travel Tech News: Expedia, FLYR, PayPal, Virgin Atlantic
Here’s a roundup of this week’s key travel technology updates across the global industry. FLYR and Ennismore:Ennismore has been using… Read More »
Bridging the Gap Between Sustainable Travel Intentions and Action
While travelers increasingly express interest in sustainable travel, their actions often fall short. A growing gap exists between intention and… Read More »
IDeaS Launches AI-Powered Marketing Tool for Hotel Campaigns
Hospitality revenue management software company IDeaS has introduced IDeaS Spotlight, a new AI-driven tool designed to help hotel marketers optimize… Read More »
AI Platform Jurny Secures Major Funding for Global Expansion
Jurny, an AI-powered property management platform, has secured a significant investment, boosting its total funding to over $16 million. While… Read More »
Juno Raises $2M to Launch Corporate Guest Travel Platform
Corporate guest travel startup Juno has raised $2 million in seed funding to launch its end-to-end booking and expense tool… Read More »
Unravel Secures $7M Series A to Boost AI Travel Video App
London-based travel tech startup Unravel has raised $7 million in a Series A funding round to expand its AI-powered video… Read More »
Travelers Cut Back in 2025 but Prioritize Experiences
As travelers head into the summer 2025 season, economic concerns are prompting fewer and more budget-conscious trips, according to a… Read More »
Fewer Than 1 in 3 Airlines Advancing Offer and Order Systems
While 67% of airlines are implementing IATA’s New Distribution Capability (NDC), only 27% have made significant progress in adopting offer… Read More »
Google’s Tours Push Raises Concerns for OTAs’ Visibility
Google is intensifying its focus on the tours and activities sector, prompting concern among online travel agencies (OTAs) as visibility… Read More »
AI Delivers Savings in Corporate Travel Amid Tech Hurdles
Artificial intelligence is proving valuable in corporate travel, delivering cost savings, improved efficiency, and better traveler experiences, according to a… Read More »
Travel Leaders Back Sustainability but Call for Greater Support
Travel industry leaders remain committed to sustainability but say they need more support to meet evolving regulations and consumer expectations,… Read More »
Homelike Closes After 10 Years in Corporate Long-Stay Rentals
Homelike, a Germany-based platform specializing in long-stay furnished apartments for corporate travelers, has officially shut down after a decade in… Read More »
OTAs Drive Superapp Growth as India’s Travel Market Soars
India’s travel market is booming, with domestic and international travel reaching all-time highs. According to Phocuswright’s new report, India’s OTAs:… Read More »
Weekly Travel Tech Updates: HotelTonight, Airbnb, WTTC, NextTrip
Here’s a roundup of the latest travel tech and industry partnership news from around the globe. Airbnb and HotelTonight launch… Read More »
Travel Startup Funding and M&A Trends Show Mixed Q1 2025 Outlook
After signs of recovery in 2024, travel startup funding slowed in Q1 2025, raising under $1 billion—down from $1.6 billion… Read More »
Google Enhances Travel Tools With New AI-Powered Features
Google has rolled out a suite of AI-powered updates to its travel tools, enhancing trip planning, hotel booking, and destination… Read More »
Airlines Warn of Slowdown—Should OTAs Brace for Impact Too?
Major U.S. airlines including Delta, American, Southwest, and United have recently lowered earnings forecasts, citing a challenging economy and rising… Read More »
Bolt Launches Flight Tracking Feature for Airport Ride Pickups
Bolt has introduced a new flight tracking feature designed to simplify airport pickups for travelers. The mobility app now allows… Read More »