PhocusWire’s weekly travel tech news briefs: HotelTonight, Airbnb, WTTC, NextTrip and more…
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PhocusWire’s weekly travel tech news briefs: HotelTonight, Airbnb, WTTC, NextTrip and more…

March 28, 2025
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Here’s our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week. HotelTonight introduces Airbnb discount Airbnb is offering its first discount program through collaboration with its brand HotelTonight, which it acquired in 2019. Travelers from the United States and United Kingdom that book a

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Airlines expressed economic concern. Should online travel giants be worried?
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Airlines expressed economic concern. Should online travel giants be worried?

March 27, 2025
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Airlines including Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines cut their earnings forecasts in recent weeks amid a shifting economy and tensions around trade policies coming to a head. Consumer confidence has also become an issue, dropping significantly last month and marking the “largest monthly decline since

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10 Doctor-approved Carry-on Travel Essentials
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10 Doctor-approved Carry-on Travel Essentials

March 25, 2025
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When it comes to travel, my dad — a doctor of 25 years — has always preached one rule, which is to be prepared for the unexpected. Whether it’s a change in weather, a delayed flight, or the occasional upset stomach, he insists that having the right items on hand

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Airlines expressed economic concern. Should online travel giants be worried?
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How much onus is on travel companies for overtourism?

March 25, 2025
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The travel industry has often discussed how travelers and governments are responding to the issue that some destinations around the world are consistently burdened with crowds of visitors—and particularly whether consumers factor this issue into their planning and if so, how? Accor, Booking.com and the University of Surrey recently released

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These J.Crew Sweatpants Trousers Are a Travel Essential
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These J.Crew Sweatpants Trousers Are a Travel Essential

March 24, 2025
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Some people overpack underwear, others fill Ziploc baggies to the brim with beauty products. I, however, notoriously overpack pants. I know, it’s odd. So, when I traveled abroad for two weeks last month, I challenged myself to pack only two pairs (seriously!). The J.Crew Pointelle Pant saved the day—and my

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Nicaragua Travel Guide
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Nicaragua Travel Guide

March 23, 2025
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For decades, travelers seeking sun, sand, and the supreme biodiversity of the most pristine ecosystems in the Americas have passed over Nicaragua for neighboring Costa Rica. However, as Nicaragua is celebrating a coveted spot on Travel + Leisure‘s list of the 50 best places to visit in 2025, that finally

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PhocusWire’s weekly travel tech news briefs: DerbySoft, Ixigo, UATP, Veltra and more…
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PhocusWire’s weekly travel tech news briefs: DerbySoft, Ixigo, UATP, Veltra and more…

March 23, 2025
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Here’s our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week. DerbySoft’s executive hires DerbySoft has restructured its executive team to drive growth in the hospitality sector, merging its connectivity and marketing solutions units into a unified hospitality business unit.  Duane Overgaard was named

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How I maximize reward travel at independent hotels and vacation rentals
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How I maximize reward travel at independent hotels and vacation rentals

March 21, 2025
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There are many great reasons to stay at independent hotels and vacation rentals. Unfortunately, the ease of earning rewards on these stays is not one of them — or so you might think. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed a variety of unforgettable stays and picked up several tricks to maximize

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Majority of business travelers would let AI book travel elements
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Majority of business travelers would let AI book travel elements

March 21, 2025
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With the rise of agentic artificial intelligence, the idea of letting an AI assistant book travel is becoming more normalized. And the majority of business travelers claim they would be happy with that according to a new study from Amadeus Hospitality entitled “Travel Dreams.” The report revealed 54% of business travelers would

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Meghan Markle’s Sweet Tradition Is the Ultimate Parenting Travel Hack to Stay Connected With Her Kids
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Meghan Markle’s Sweet Tradition Is the Ultimate Parenting Travel Hack to Stay Connected With Her Kids

March 20, 2025
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Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is one busy lady. Not only does she have a new show on Netflix, With Love, Meghan, but she’s also got an upcoming line of jams via her brand As Ever, and even a new podcast in the works. But somehow, she’s a woman

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