Phocuswright Europe 2024

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Henrik Kjellberg departs Awaze after six years as CEO

By Linda Fox | January 31, 2025

Kjellberg has led the company since 2018 when it was formed through the acquisition of the European rental arms of Wyndham Worldwide by Platinum Equity for $1.3 billion. Read More

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TripSuite raises $5M to grow AI platform for agencies

By Morgan Hines | December 19, 2024

TripSuite's platform for travel agencies offers tools for customer relationship management, commission tracking, accounting, payments and more. Read More

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Experience industry leaders still see room to grow in changing landscape

By D.J. Catron | August 19, 2024

At Phocuswright Europe, leaders from Viator, Tiquets and TourRadar spoke about how travel experiences could continue thriving even as Google and others play bigger roles in the sector. Read More

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Latin America super app Rappi on using its travel products to drive loyalty

By Mitra Sorrells | August 15, 2024

About a year after Rappi partnered with Marriott in Mexico, the integration has extended to the super app’s users in Colombia, Chile, Peru, Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay. Read More

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The power of data and AI for effective distribution and digital marketing in hospitality

By Mitra Sorrells | August 1, 2024

Cloudbeds’ Sebastien Leitner and Mirai’s Javier Delgado discuss how technology can help hoteliers create a great experience for guests that keeps them coming back. Read More

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How hotels can develop an AI-powered data strategy

By PhocusWire | July 30, 2024

Ireckonu's head of data Rik van Leeuwen explains why customer profile data should be the foundation of AI strategy for hotels that want to drive repeat business. Read More

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Short-term rentals’ efforts give new lease on life for vacated offices

By D.J. Catron | July 30, 2024

Executives from Bob W and Nestor Stay spoke at Phocuswright Europe about growth opportunities for the sector and the potential to revitalize urban areas that are losing office workers. Read More

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Travel investors on the next innovation wave

By Linda Fox | July 29, 2024

Travel investors from Lakestar, Roch Ventures and Eight Roads discuss the latest trends in travel startup funding at Phocuswright Europe 2024. Read More

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The importance of “small wins” in developing a long-term AI strategy

By Mitra Sorrells | July 25, 2024

Agent Studio's Cesc Vilanova and Acai Travel's Riky Vittoria - two people who have been developing artificial intelligence solutions for year - offer advice on how to employ the technology. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

The rise in digital solutions for cross-border payments and why compliance is key

By PhocusWire | July 23, 2024

TerraPay's co-founder and chief business officer Ani Sane discusses why the company's growth strategy is built on securing regulatory approvals in new markets. Read More

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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

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“Green” rail seeks growth in Europe through greater collaboration

By D.J. Catron | July 17, 2024

Experts from Rail Europe, Eurostar, SNCF and Iryo discussed at Phocuswright Europe how European rail travel is being transformed through greater standardization and collaboration. Read More

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How business travel is adapting to shifting landscapes

By D.J. Catron | July 16, 2024

Executives from BCD Travel and Cornerstone Information System discuss how consolidation, sustainability and a post-COVID rebound are shaping business travel. Read More

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How verifiable credentials and digital wallets will transform travel

By Mitra Sorrells | July 16, 2024

Experts working in the world of verifiable credentials and digital wallets explain the fast pace of development and the inevitable changes that will be coming for the travel experience. Read More

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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