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PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the startups in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and 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... Read More
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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... 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... Read More
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Velocity Ventures invests in ByHours to support Asian expansion
By WebinTravel | November 20, 2023
The rising demand for microstays, particularly the unique three-hour pack, indicates a trend in... Read More
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Virdee closes $12.4M Series A to fuel growth in hospitality sector
By Mitra Sorrells | November 20, 2023
Virdee’s platform automates all front desk transactions to improve the guest experience, eliminate... Read More
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Announcing The Phocuswright Conference 2023 Innovation: Launch Winners
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2023
Eleven companies presented in Phocuswright Innovation Launch and the winners represent the most... Read More
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Video: Allianz Partners US on the power of innovation in travel
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2023
PhocusWire's Hot 25 Travel Startups of 2024 is the sixth edition of the list that highlights early... Read More
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Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2024: Point.me
By PhocusWire | November 14, 2023
Point.me is the first-of-its-kind flight search that enables travelers to redeem their airline and... Read More
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Travel M&A activity heats up in post-pandemic era
By Linda Fox | November 14, 2023
The report tracked a total of 1,758 companies sold between 2014 and Q3 2023 with the majority of the... Read More
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Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2024: Acai Travel
By PhocusWire | November 14, 2023
Acai Travel offers large language model-based travel operation optimization products to a diverse... Read More
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