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Tapping into LATAM: Europe’s Strategic Move
Europe’s gateway to growth? Air France-KLM is interested in a possible deal with TAP Air Portugal, taking advantage of TAP’s strong position and connections to Brazil. European airlines like Air France-KLM, Lufthansa, and IAG are attracted to the strong performance of flights to Latin America. Despite challenges, European flights to Latin America have only decreased […]
The evolution of tour leaflets
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 […]
🦄 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Making women’s group travel a top focus
Making women’s group travel a top focus. Women travelers are getting a premium marketplace as El Camino Travel switches focus on becoming an experiential marketplace for women travelers. The group travel startup raised $1.1 million in pre-seed funding to develop its technology and boost awareness of its brand as a “premium marketplace for women travellers […]
The next must-have in hospitality
Short-haul European flights are being phased out. First, France announced that it would ban short-haul domestic flights. And now Belgium is following: In an effort to reduce noise and air pollution, the country will impose new taxes on older, noisier planes as well as private jets and short-haul flights. As of April 2023 taxes will […]
Luxury days are here to stay
Luxury days are here to stay. After bringing its number of users to more than double this year, ResortPass now raised $26 million in funding to expand to more global destinations in the upcoming year. According to one of the investors, the online booking platform is “pioneering a whole new segment of the $1.5 trillion global lodging industry”. […]