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Phocuswright turns 30: Industry veterans look back and ahead
By Morgan Hines
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December 11, 2024
Much of how we search, book and experience travel has changed since Phocuswright was founded in 1994, and three industry veterans reflect on that evolution and offer ideas on what's to come.
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How a Turkish online travel agency is tackling expansion challenges and AI strategy
By Linda Fox
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December 9, 2024
Online travel agency Wingie Enuygun has been expanding in the Middle East since the end of the pandemic. CEO Caglar Erol sees further potential for it to grow in the region and beyond.
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Philip Wolf scholarship winners PlacesToGo, GuestOS on their journey as founders
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November 27, 2024
Founding a startup calls for innovation and grit — two qualities with which founders Jessie Fischer, founder and CEO of GuestOS, and Arielle Warren, CEO of PlacesToGo, are familiar.
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Expedia Group CEO on AI across operations and building bridges
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November 21, 2024
Expedia Group CEO Ariane Gorin shares how the company is testing AI in consumer facing channels as well as for marketing, partners and more during a session at The Phocuswright Conference 2024.
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The state of airport passenger processing and seamless journeys
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November 20, 2024
Digital ID and biometrics are the key drivers to a seamless experience for passengers to move smoothly through the airport.
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AI trip planner Mindtrip adds B2B solution
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November 18, 2024
The new solution is launching with capabilities for tourism boards and destination marketing organizations, to help them offer personalized content for travelers.
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Hotel visit trends 2024: Insights and growth drivers
November 13, 2024
Join us for a data-driven exploration of the hotel industry in 2024 during this free webinar hosted by PhocusWire in partnership with Placer.ai.
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SITA, Idemia partner to build digital identity ecosystem for travel
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November 12, 2024
The collaboration will look at furthering interoperability, trust and data security as part of a Digital Travel Ecosystem initiative from SITA.
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78% of travelers want to use AI in accommodation journey
By Morgan Hines
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November 12, 2024
The report from SiteMinder also found 52% travelers have abandoned an online booking after a bad experience, such as lack of site security, payment issues, loading times, design and a...
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Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: AncillaryBox
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November 11, 2024
AncillaryBox allows airlines to offer high-quality and high-margin in-destination activities and experiences instantly and at scale.
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Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: iWander
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November 11, 2024
iWander is an AI Travel Companion that transforms in-destination exploration by providing personalized, immersive audio tours and real-time recommendations.
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Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: NomadHer
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November 11, 2024
NomadHer is the community app for solo female travelers, encouraging safe travel.
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Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Obvlo
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November 11, 2024
Obvlo is an AI solution for producing and maintaining personalized local content for any destination on earth.
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Expedia Group B2B revenue jumps 18% in Q3, far outpacing B2C
By Mitra Sorrells
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November 7, 2024
Total revenue in the quarter was up 3% year over year to $4.1 billion, but along with strength in the B2B business the company noted an acceleration in B2C bookings and a return to growth for Vrbo.
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Progress in air travel digital wallets as live test completed
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November 5, 2024
The latest test of digital identity was carried out during a round-trip Cathay Pacific flight between Hong Kong International Airport and Japan’s Narita International Airport.
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