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 alt="Top travel VCs on opportunities and challenges for innovation, funding"  title="Top travel VCs on opportunities and challenges for innovation, funding"
News / Startups
Top travel VCs on opportunities and challenges for innovation, funding
By Mitra Sorrells | November 30, 2023
Investors from F-Prime Capital, Par Capital Management and JetBlue Ventures shared their outlook for funding for travel startups at an event hosted by Plug and Play, Sabre and Flight Centre Travel Group.... Read More
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BeCause secures $1.9M investment for sustainability data play
By Linda Fox | November 29, 2023
The funding, which comes on top of $450,000 in angel investment announced earlier this year, will enable the startup to address further travel verticals including corporate travel and destinations.... Read More
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Hopper’s Lalonde talks profits, Expedia split, Booking.com competition
By Derek Catron | November 29, 2023
In a far-ranging interview at The Phocuswright Conference, Lalonde also spoke of Hopper’s layoffs and his “hacker” approach to business.... Read More
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Expedia has given $1.5M in grants to nonprofits as part of new fund
By Morgan Hines | November 28, 2023
Expedia is looking to bolster efforts to remove barriers to travel with its new funding initiative.... Read More
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NUMA swoops up YAYS to expand hospitality brand across Europe
By Linda Fox | November 28, 2023
A statement says the deal adds 489 units to NUMA's portfolio and claims it creates the leading player across Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Benelux region of Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.... Read More
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News / Technology
Personalization, Web3, NFTs - how airline loyalty programs are evolving
By Linda Fox | November 28, 2023
Airlines are taking small steps to build in flexibility and make loyalty programs more appealing, but it's evolution rather than revolution.... Read More
 alt="Trambellir evolves into tours and wellness bookings platform for Japanese conglomerate"  title="Trambellir evolves into tours and wellness bookings platform for Japanese conglomerate"
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Trambellir evolves into tours and wellness bookings platform for Japanese conglomerate
By Arvindh Yuvaraj - WebinTravel | November 27, 2023
Trambellir garnered interest from USEN reps at WiT Japan 2023, where Trambellir was featured in a startup showcase.... Read More
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Flyr and Roam Around announce partnership
By Morgan Hines | November 27, 2023
The companies are aiming to bring artificial intelligence-powered travel planning to airlines and hotels across the globe.... Read More
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WeRoad adds €18M to cement position in Europe
By Linda Fox | November 27, 2023
The company is present in the U.K., France, Germany, Italy and Spain and said its “strategic goal is to solidify its foothold in its five current markets and expand its presence across Europe" before looking to global expansion.... Read More
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Finding solutions for travel disruptions in an age of climate change
By Derek Catron | November 27, 2023
Travel industry leaders weigh in on the need for companies to be more proactive about helping customers when travel disruptions occur.  ... Read More
 alt="Data Appeal acquires majority stake in travel insight firm Mabrian Technologies"  title="Data Appeal acquires majority stake in travel insight firm Mabrian Technologies"
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Data Appeal acquires majority stake in travel insight firm Mabrian Technologies
By Linda Fox | November 22, 2023
The companies said the deal will lead to the creation of the “largest data intelligence company specializing in tourism in Europe.”... Read More
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Sprints, squads and small changes - how Skyscanner, Trivago view innovation
By Linda Fox | November 22, 2023
Skyscanner CEO John Mangelaars and Trivago CEO Johannes Thomas discussed innovation in travel metasearch, the impact of AI and improving the user experience.... Read More
 alt="Outsite receives €300M in real estate funding as part of new partnership"  title="Outsite receives €300M in real estate funding as part of new partnership"
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Outsite receives €300M in real estate funding as part of new partnership
By Morgan Hines | November 21, 2023
The company, which provides accommodations for digital nomads, is looking to grow its property count in Europe. ... Read More
 alt="India-based travel solutions provider RateGain raises $72M"  title="India-based travel solutions provider RateGain raises $72M"
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India-based travel solutions provider RateGain raises $72M
By Derek Catron | November 21, 2023
RateGain will use the funds for strategic investments and inorganic growth such as acquisitions.  ... Read More
 alt="Grazzy inks partnership for digital tipping with Hyatt"  title="Grazzy inks partnership for digital tipping with Hyatt"
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Grazzy inks partnership for digital tipping with Hyatt
By Linda Fox | November 21, 2023
The partnership means that Grazzy’s tipping solutions can be used across Hyatt’s locations, helping hotel employees earn extra cash.... Read More