Phocuswright Europe 2023

How travel brands are finding a voice on TikTok
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How travel brands are finding a voice on TikTok
By Linda Fox | June 28, 2023
TikTok's Hannah Bennett shares some of the current trends for travel on the platform as well as how brands including BA and Hilton are finding their voice. Read More
Seizing the digital payment opportunity in travel
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Seizing the digital payment opportunity in travel
By Linda Fox | June 26, 2023
Stripe's global travel lead James Lemon discusses payments evolution and trends in travel in the PhocusWire Studio at Phocuswright Europe 2023. Read More
Airbnb talks strategy on marketing, travel dispersal, more
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Airbnb talks strategy on marketing, travel dispersal, more
By Derek Catron | June 26, 2023
Airbnb’s Amir Segall shares insights on redistributing tourism and other strategies during a center stage interview at Phocuswright Europe.   Read More
Early adopters of AI for travel on the power of new models
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Early adopters of AI for travel on the power of new models
By Mitra Sorrells | June 23, 2023
The founders of 30SecondstoFly and Sam - two AI-powered chatbots that have been acquired by Amex GBT and Flight Centre Travel Group, respectively, discuss the potential of new large language models. Read More
Transport experts discuss multimodal dream, super apps, short-haul flights ban
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Transport experts discuss multimodal dream, super apps, short-haul flights ban
By Derek Catron | June 23, 2023
The panel discussion at Phocuswright Europe also spoke about air taxis and the challenges of connecting travelers on the “last mile” of their journey.   Read More
4 key insights from Phocuswright Europe 2023
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4 key insights from Phocuswright Europe 2023
By Derek Catron | June 21, 2023
Clearing up a mystery over Airbnb’s marketing spend, balancing interests in the travel experience sector, calling for action on climate — they were all key moments during last week's conference.   Read More
Amadeus' Maroto on hospitality, aviation pressure, leadership challenges
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Amadeus' Maroto on hospitality, aviation pressure, leadership challenges
By Linda Fox | June 20, 2023
Luis Maroto, president and CEO of Amadeus, joined Phocuswright Europe 2023 to talk about the economy, distribution developments and potential growth opportunities for the company. Read More
Latin America super app Rappi has big ambitions in travel
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Latin America super app Rappi has big ambitions in travel
By Mitra Sorrells | June 20, 2023
With partnerships with Marriott and Amadeus, Rappi is finding ways to make its app the go-to place for travel bookings as well as many other daily essentials. Read More
Microsoft, Trip.com and Kayak on their work with ChatGPT
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Microsoft, Trip.com and Kayak on their work with ChatGPT
By Derek Catron | June 15, 2023
Generative AI dominated conversations at Phocuswright Europe even before the discussion turned to its best-known tool.   Read More
Phocuswright Europe 2023 Day 3 in pictures
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Phocuswright Europe 2023 Day 3 in pictures
By Derek Catron | June 15, 2023
The 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference ended Wednesday in Barcelona. The three-day event was the company’s largest in Europe to date, with more than 600 attendees from nearly 50 countries.   Read More
WeSki - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright Europe 2023
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WeSki - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright Europe 2023
By PhocusWire | June 14, 2023
WeSki is a self-service platform for planning, comparing, booking and customizing ski trips, providing real-time prices and availability.  Read More
Investors see signs of “turning curve” for travel funding
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Investors see signs of “turning curve” for travel funding
By Derek Catron | June 14, 2023
On the second day of the 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference in Barcelona, a panel of top investors saw reason for optimism, despite a tough economy.   Read More
Phocuswright Europe 2023 Day 2 in pictures
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Phocuswright Europe 2023 Day 2 in pictures
By Derek Catron | June 14, 2023
The 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference reached its peak day of activity Tuesday in Barcelona. With more than 600 attendees from nearly 50 countries, the three-day conference is Phocuswright’s... Read More
Young leaders step forward at Phocuswright Europe 2023
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Young leaders step forward at Phocuswright Europe 2023
By Derek Catron | June 13, 2023
The conference, which goes through Wednesday, opened with a summit for travel professionals under age 35 to highlight the challenges - and opportunities - they will face as industry leaders. Read More
Phocuswright Europe 2023 in pictures
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Phocuswright Europe 2023 in pictures
By Derek Catron | June 13, 2023
The 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference opened on Monday in Barcelona. The three-day conference is the company’s largest in Europe to date, with more than 600 attendees from nearly 50 countries. Read More