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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
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Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2024: Kabuk
By PhocusWire | November 14, 2023
Kabuk is a fast-growing fintech company in the travel space, operating a subscription type service we refer to as “HafH” - Home away from Home. Read More
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News / Distribution
Marriott-Rappi partnership goes live, signals new opportunities for customer acquisition
By Mitra Sorrells | October 24, 2023
The partnership is launching in Mexico with plans to expand to Colombia in November and early next year to the other Latin America countries where Rappi operates. Read More
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News / Distribution
3 key insights from aviation chiefs at the World Aviation Festival
By Linda Fox | October 2, 2023
PhocusWire recaps what the bosses of Emirates, IAG, TAP Air Portugal, Pegasus and IATA said about the hurdles aviation faces going forward during the World Aviation Forum 2023. Read More
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News / Online
Caravelo raises €3.5M in Series A round
By Morgan Hines | September 14, 2023
 Subscription-focused travel company Caravelo is looking at expanding into new markets with its series A round. Read More
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News / Online
First Choice relaunches with flight-free vacation options
By Linda Fox | September 13, 2023
TUI brand First Choice believes traveler needs are changing, and it wants to offer them more options when it comes to booking trips. Read More
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News / Startups
Modern Adventure to expand travel offering after $4.8M investment
By Linda Fox | August 31, 2023
Certified B Corp Modern Adventure is looking to boost its head count and improve the customer experience. Read More
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News / Online
Inspirato gets $25M injection from Capital One Ventures
By Linda Fox | August 9, 2023
Luxury travel subscription service Inspirato was launched in 2011 and went public via special purpose acquisition company in early 2022. Read More
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News / Online
Viator accounted for nearly half of Tripadvisor’s revenue in Q2
By Mitra Sorrells | August 2, 2023
Viator's revenue was up 59% in Q2 this year compared with 2022 and is now nearly on par with revenue from the Tripadvisor Core segment, which includes its flagship metasearch. Read More
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News / Online
Volaris launches new flight subscription deal
By Derek Catron | June 7, 2023
This is the third subscription-based offering from the ultra-low-cost Mexican airline in partnership with Barcelona-based subscription specialist Caravelo.   Read More
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News / Online
Wizz Air launches Europe’s first flight subscription service
By Derek Catron | June 1, 2023
Wizz Air's partnership with subscription specialist Caravelo allows travelers to fly domestically within Italy or internationally from Poland. Read More
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From Our Partners / Distribution
True travel subscription services are rare but increasing
By WayAway | May 22, 2023
To a significant extent, technology has been a big driving factor in the success – and growth potential – of travel subscriptions. Read More
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News / Distribution
Avianca creates subscription service for SME clients
By Rob Gill - BTN Europe | April 25, 2023
The airline's Avianca Access platform is believed to be the first airline subscription service dedicated to the B2B market. Read More
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News / Startups
Beeyonder sees future for virtual tours despite Heygo shuttering
By Kathryn Walson | April 17, 2023
Boston-based virtual tours company Beeyonder has found that the pre-paid model is largely what makes it sustainable. Companies pay corporate rates for tours. Read More