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PhocusWire’s weekly travel tech news briefs: Airbnb, Hopper, Amex and more…
Here’s our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week. Guesty, Airbnb Property management platform Guesty has launched its Quality Dashboard that provides Airbnb property managers with real-time insights to enhance listing performance and guest satisfaction. The tool aggregates key Airbnb metrics like
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9 Anti-theft Travel Essentials to Prevent Pickpocketing
I used to think getting stuck in a middle seat on a long-haul flight was the worst thing that could happen on a trip. But 70-ish countries—and 10 years of full-time travel writing—later, I’m a far cry from the naive tourist I once was. When you’re on the road eight
Amazon Wrinkle-Free Travel Clothes That Don’t Need Ironing—From $20
Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. One thing about me? If there’s a flight to catch and outfits to plan, I’m already halfway to the airport. Pre-trip rituals include obsessive restaurant stalking and,
25 Best Tote Bags for Every Travel Need (2025)
This bag is all about the pockets. No tote has ever kept me quite as organized as this one from MZ Wallace, a brand known for its signature quilted bags. It offers six interior pockets, five exterior pockets, and a detachable pouch, giving me a dedicated space for all of
Modern travel agency Fora Travel raises $60M
Modern travel agency Fora Travel, a PhocusWire Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2023, has raised $60 million in its Series B and C rounds. The funding was led by Insight Partners and Thrive Capital, and past investors such as Forerunner Ventures and Heartcore Capital participated as well. Evan Frank, co-founder
11 Eco-Friendly Travel Swaps Our Editors Recommend
From packing cubes to dental floss, our editors’ favorite eco-friendly products are great examples of how to shop for travel gear with sustainability in mind. For example, the Cadence Bestseller set of reusable toiletry bottles allows travelers to skip miniature-sized products, thus saving money while simultaneously reducing plastic waste. Similarly,
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These Are the Most Popular Travel Attractions for 2025
People travel for all sorts of reasons—to eat at the best restaurants in the world, to hike the tallest mountains, and to experience vibrant festivals. But according to a new study by travel planning website Trip.com, many people travel for one simple reason: theme parks. Trip.com recently released the 2025
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The Amazon Haul Storefront Has Travel Essentials Under $15
Amazon just gave shoppers another reason to get excited. The online retailer just dropped a new storefront called Amazon Haul, and it’s bursting with travel essentials under $15. No matter where (or how) you’re traveling this year, Amazon Haul can help you stock up on necessities, whether that’s a comfy
Women Who Travel Book Club: 11 Best New Books of Spring 2025
At Traveler, we’re no strangers to stories about flight—we’ve debated how to preserve its sanctity, questioned why it makes us so emotional, and are always on the hunt for the next best travel deal to whisk us away. Colloquially, you might call us obsessed, but Linda—the protagonist of Kate Folk’s
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7 Travel Backpacks at Amazon Under $50
I pride myself on being a carry-on-only traveler, which I can attribute to my mom for teaching me how to really pack carry-on luggage. No matter if I’m jetting off for a week or a long weekend, I do everything I can to avoid checking my bags so I don’t
