Phocuswright Europe 2023

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How travel brands are finding a voice on TikTok

By Linda Fox | June 28, 2023

TikTok's Hannah Bennett shares some of the current trends for travel on the platform as well as how brands including BA and Hilton are finding their voice. Read More

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Seizing the digital payment opportunity in travel

By Linda Fox | June 26, 2023

Stripe's global travel lead James Lemon discusses payments evolution and trends in travel in the PhocusWire Studio at Phocuswright Europe 2023. Read More

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Airbnb talks strategy on marketing, travel dispersal, more

By Derek Catron | June 26, 2023

Airbnb’s Amir Segall shares insights on redistributing tourism and other strategies during a center stage interview at Phocuswright Europe. Read More

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Early adopters of AI for travel on the power of new models

By Mitra Sorrells | June 23, 2023

The founders of 30SecondstoFly and Sam - two AI-powered chatbots that have been acquired by Amex GBT and Flight Centre Travel Group, respectively, discuss the potential of new large language models. Read More

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Transport experts discuss multimodal dream, super apps, short-haul flights ban

By Derek Catron | June 23, 2023

The panel discussion at Phocuswright Europe also spoke about air taxis and the challenges of connecting travelers on the “last mile” of their journey. Read More

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4 key insights from Phocuswright Europe 2023

By Derek Catron | June 21, 2023

Clearing up a mystery over Airbnb’s marketing spend, balancing interests in the travel experience sector, calling for action on climate — they were all key moments during last week's conference. Read More

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Amadeus' Maroto on hospitality, aviation pressure, leadership challenges

By Linda Fox | June 20, 2023

Luis Maroto, president and CEO of Amadeus, joined Phocuswright Europe 2023 to talk about the economy, distribution developments and potential growth opportunities for the company. Read More

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Latin America super app Rappi has big ambitions in travel

By Mitra Sorrells | June 20, 2023

With partnerships with Marriott and Amadeus, Rappi is finding ways to make its app the go-to place for travel bookings as well as many other daily essentials. Read More

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Microsoft, Trip.com and Kayak on their work with ChatGPT

By Derek Catron | June 15, 2023

Generative AI dominated conversations at Phocuswright Europe even before the discussion turned to its best-known tool. Read More

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Phocuswright Europe 2023 Day 3 in pictures

By Derek Catron | June 15, 2023

The 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference ended Wednesday in Barcelona. The three-day event was the company’s largest in Europe to date, with more than 600 attendees from nearly 50 countries. Read More

Interview / Startups

WeSki - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright Europe 2023

By PhocusWire | June 14, 2023

WeSki is a self-service platform for planning, comparing, booking and customizing ski trips, providing real-time prices and availability. Read More

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Investors see signs of “turning curve” for travel funding

By Derek Catron | June 14, 2023

On the second day of the 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference in Barcelona, a panel of top investors saw reason for optimism, despite a tough economy. Read More

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Phocuswright Europe 2023 Day 2 in pictures

By Derek Catron | June 14, 2023

The 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference reached its peak day of activity Tuesday in Barcelona. With more than 600 attendees from nearly 50 countries, the three-day conference is Phocuswright’s... Read More

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Young leaders step forward at Phocuswright Europe 2023

By Derek Catron | June 13, 2023

The conference, which goes through Wednesday, opened with a summit for travel professionals under age 35 to highlight the challenges - and opportunities - they will face as industry leaders. Read More

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Phocuswright Europe 2023 in pictures

By Derek Catron | June 13, 2023

The 2023 Phocuswright Europe conference opened on Monday in Barcelona. The three-day conference is the company’s largest in Europe to date, with more than 600 attendees from nearly 50 countries. Read More

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