We’ve been keeping busy as we warm up for this year’s FutureTravel Summit. Exciting times are ahead, and we’re genuinely thrilled about what’s in store: we’ve secured a ✨wonderful venue✨ that we think you’ll love, and we’ve already confirmed some incredible speakers. Believe us when we say amazing things are on the horizon! Keep your […]
Author: Ana Metz
Meet the city where life is just 15 minutes away
The most famous city in the world, Paris, is renowned for its iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, exquisite croissants, rich art and culture, and now, it is also at the forefront of sustainable practices that will shape the future of tourism and travel. Embracing a profound commitment to environmental consciousness, the French, particularly the […]
🦄 Inside Scoop: Exclusive insights from Yanolja Cloud’s CEO
Exclusive: Firsthand insights into a South Korean Unicorn. Earlier this month, we had the privilege of conducting an exclusive interview with Jong Yoon Kim, the visionary CEO driving the success of Yanolja Cloud. In this engaging conversation, he shared invaluable details about their transformation from an OTA to a pioneering super-app, overcoming hurdles to achieve […]
Interview: Jong Yoon Kim
Get ready for an exclusive interview with Jong Yoon Kim, CEO of Yanolja Cloud, as we take a deep dive into the world of Yanolja and Yanolja Cloud. Discover how they evolved from an OTA to a super-app, overcame challenges to achieve unicorn status, and balance customer needs with those of investors and stakeholders. We’ll […]
New paradise for startups
Smooth security at the airport. Passengers flying from Rome’s Fiumicino Airport can now enjoy a smoother security process, thanks to introduction of a new tech system. Using computed tomography (CT) technology means passengers can leave electronics and liquids in bags, improving security effectiveness and waiting times. High-resolution volumetric 3D images enable quicker and deeper baggage assessment, automatic explosives […]
Tunnels scanning cars
Meet the city that’s leaving cars behind. A capital city recently announced its plans to build 350 km bike lanes by 2025 to promote sustainable transportation. With a well-established public transportation system in place, these bike lanes are expected to further reduce congestion and improve air quality in the city. But the benefits of smart transport […]
Meet the city that’s leaving cars behind
There is a big project in the works for the future of Tel Aviv: the city is planning on building 350 km of bike lanes until 2025. Israel’s capital is one of the cities that faces the worst traffic car jams in the world and is now actively working to improve its transportation system, including […]
Travel marketplaces you should know
Travel marketplaces you should know. World-known VC firm a16z has just launched the 2023 Marketplace 100, which ranks the largest consumer-facing marketplace startups and private companies based on their annual gross merchandise volume. This year’s list features nearly three dozen newcomers, including marketplaces for refurbished electronics, precious metals, and sustainably raised meat. Interestingly, 13 of the 100 marketplaces […]
Holograms at the front desk
Holograms at the front desk. CIC Hospitality is set to launch 30 boutique hotels in Scandinavia, each equipped with a unique feature: hologram receptionists at the front desk. Upon arrival, guests will be greeted by a pre-recorded hologram video and will have access to several options on the display, including pre-recorded hotel information. If the guest needs […]
Your inside scoop on travel innovation, trends, and startups 🚀
Making it easier for hotels to get paid. RoomRaccoon, a hotel management system, has teamed up with Adyen, a global fintech platform, to improve its payment capabilities, making it easier, cheaper, and more secure for hotels to get paid. They’re automating the payment process through RoomRaccoon’s booking engine, channel manager, and front desk, which means real-time tracking […]