Phocuswright Europe 2020


PhocusWire editorial team's favorite interviews of 2020
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PhocusWire editorial team's favorite interviews of 2020
By PhocusWire | December 31, 2020
As we look forward to better times ahead in 2021, we invite you to feast on our favorite interviews of the last 12 months. Read More
VIDEOS: PhocusWire's most popular interviews 2020
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VIDEOS: PhocusWire's most popular interviews 2020
By PhocusWire | December 24, 2020
We present a list of the most popular videos that we've produced at PhocusWire and those we've been involved with during Phocuswright's virtual conferences during 2020. Read More
VIDEO: Beyond travel and what's next for a decimated industry
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VIDEO: Beyond travel and what's next for a decimated industry
By Kevin May | October 28, 2020
Travel companies are responding to new demands during the pandemic and beyond, with a close eye on how the situation is constantly evolving. Read More
VIDEO: Travelport CEO Greg Webb on recovery and reality of NDC
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VIDEO: Travelport CEO Greg Webb on recovery and reality of NDC
By Kevin May | October 27, 2020
It's been quite a first year or so at the helm of Travelport for its CEO Greg Webb. But he already has some firm views on what works and what doesn't for the distribution and tech business. Read More
VIDEO: Why payments are critical to travel's recovery
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VIDEO: Why payments are critical to travel's recovery
By Jill Menze | October 27, 2020
At Phocuswright Europe, a panel of payments experts examined how payments will be key to success in a post-COVID world. Read More
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VIDEO: How crisis planning kept this tourism company strong through COVID
By Mitra Sorrells | October 22, 2020
Orascom Development Holding chairman Samih Sawiris shares his crisis planning strategy at Phocuswright Europe 2020. Read More
VIDEO: Southeast Asia consumers adapting to super apps, livestreaming and direct channels
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VIDEO: Southeast Asia consumers adapting to super apps, livestreaming and direct channels
By Linda Fox | October 20, 2020
Executives from Klook, LINE Travel jp and Rappi discuss emerging trends, such as the relevance of location-based marketing via super apps, during a Phocuswright Europe 2020 session. Read More
VIDEO: Travel investors on startup survival
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VIDEO: Travel investors on startup survival
By Linda Fox | October 19, 2020
Executives from Rockaway Capital, Credit Suisse, Lakestar and PROfounders Capital discuss the advice given to travel startups on their portfolios. Read More
VIDEO: How aviation can unravel itself from travel's deepest crisis
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VIDEO: How aviation can unravel itself from travel's deepest crisis
By Kevin May | October 19, 2020
Speaking at Phocuswright Europe 2020, Sergio Colella (SITA) and Rafael Schvartzman (IATA) discuss shifting trends that they need to navigate quickly, new standards and technical... Read More
VIDEO: Understanding a new world for tours in travel
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VIDEO: Understanding a new world for tours in travel
By Kevin May | October 13, 2020
Will tour operators be left behind or find a new purpose? And will the world of connected local tours and activities revive completely? Brands operating in this space are trying their best to... Read More
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VIDEO: Travelers fear catching virus, losing money amid COVID pandemic
By Mitra Sorrells | October 13, 2020
At least two-thirds of respondents say they worry they may contract COVID-19 during travel or while in a destination. Read More
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VIDEO: How travel companies can create a more “equal and human” workplace
By Mitra Sorrells | October 9, 2020
Speaking during Phocuswright Europe, Festive Road's Caroline Strachan shares three concepts employers should keep in mind to create an inclusive workplace. Read More
VIDEO: Travel businesses in Asia spot pockets of recovery
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VIDEO: Travel businesses in Asia spot pockets of recovery
By Linda Fox | October 8, 2020
Domestic travel is recovering across Asia but experts believe a vaccine is key to international travel, in both the leisure and business segments. Read More
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VIDEO: How COVID-19 is shifting the dynamic between hotels and short-term rentals
By Mitra Sorrells | October 8, 2020
A panel of industry leaders debates the shifting hospitality landscape at Phocuswright Europe 2020. Read More
VIDEO: Expedia Group on its recovery agenda and traveler sentiment
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VIDEO: Expedia Group on its recovery agenda and traveler sentiment
By Kevin May | October 7, 2020
President of Expedia Business Services Ariane Gorin outlines the company's strategy and thought process around bringing travelers and partners back to some sense of normality. Read More