Food and Dining

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News / Online
Marriott CEO on shifting loyalty from transactional to emotional
By Morgan Hines | September 19, 2024
Hotel loyalty programs have traditionally been focused on room nights as the primary redemption offering, but Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano believes Bonvoy can go far beyond traditional expectations. Read More
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Is there untapped potential in hospitality subscriptions?
By Morgan Hines | August 5, 2024
Travelers’ increased interaction with a brand could lead to high customer lifetime value - that’s where a hospitality subscription could provide real value as a stepping stone, experts say. Read More
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Traxo, Mews, Guestline and more
By PhocusWire | July 26, 2024
 Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More
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Interview / Online
CEO Spotlight: Nadia Omer of AirAsia MOVE
By Mitra Sorrells | July 12, 2024
Previously known as AirAsia Superapp, AirAsia MOVE is the online travel agency brand of Capital A, which also operates AirAsia airline. AirAsia MOVE and fintech brand BigPay constitute MOVE Digital,... Read More
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News / Technology
Google enhances generative AI trip planning – without ads for now
By Mitra Sorrells | March 27, 2024
The suggested itineraries will pull ideas from sites across the web and include things such as reviews, photos and other Google Business profile details for more than 200 million places around the... Read More
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How to capture Gen Z travelers’ interest on social media
By Morgan Hines | November 14, 2023
Meta, Snap Inc. and Hostelworld share steps to take for brands looking to attract a younger traveling audience on social media. Read More
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Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2024: Grazzy
November 14, 2023
Grazzy helps hourly employees make more money, access it the same day and save and spend in better ways. Read More
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Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2024: Turneo
By PhocusWire | November 14, 2023
Turneo is an e-commerce platform for hotels and other travel brands that want to offer experiences to their guests.  Read More
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Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi optimistic about its travel future
By Morgan Hines | October 3, 2023
Uber has seen a positive response to travel features it launched in the United Kingdom and is looking for ways to continue to expand the services. Read More
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Paramount teams up with travel startup for "Emily in Paris" trips
By Morgan Hines | September 20, 2023
In this latest example of "set-jetting" initiatives, travel startup Dharma will manage the bookings, payments and guest experience for trips hosted by lifestyle influencers, called “Emileaders.” Read More
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News / Technology
Capital One acquires digital concierge, Velocity Black
By Derek Catron | June 2, 2023
 Capital One is enhancing its travel offerings with the acquisition of Velocity Black. Read More
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Tablecross raises $2M to boost food tourism in Japan
By Mitra Sorrells | April 24, 2023
Tablecross operates ByFood.com, a platform to help English-speaking visitors to Japan find food experiences such as tours and cooking classes. Read More
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News / Startups
Yonder raises £62.5 million, eyes expansion beyond London
By Derek Catron | April 19, 2023
The credit card company is geared toward young users and those who want to redeem points they earn through purchases for experiences like dinners out or event tickets.   Read More
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News / Technology
Journera debuts TripSignals platform to connect travel data
By Derek Catron | April 14, 2023
Journera CEO Jeff Katz sees benefits for travelers as well as the airlines and hotels that want their business from journey’s start to finish.   Read More
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RocketRez acquisition adds AI tech to guest experience
By Kathryn Walson | March 3, 2023
TourOpp Go! says its chatbot technology automates communication between tourist attractions and ticket buyers. Read More