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Myne adds €40M for vacation home co-ownership platform expansion
By Linda Fox | August 1, 2024
The equity and debt round was led by Limestone Capital with existing investors Motive Ventures and Scope Hanson also involved. Read More
alt="Guesty unveils AI-driven messaging tool for short-term rentals" title="Guesty unveils AI-driven messaging tool for short-term rentals"
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Guesty unveils AI-driven messaging tool for short-term rentals
By D.J. Catron | July 31, 2024
“ReplyAI” uses generative AI algorithms to analyze guest and host correspondence to guide future responses. Read More
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Short-term rentals’ efforts give new lease on life for vacated offices
By D.J. Catron | July 30, 2024
Executives from Bob W and Nestor Stay spoke at Phocuswright Europe about growth opportunities for the sector and the potential to revitalize urban areas that are losing office workers.   Read More
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Travel investors on the next innovation wave
By Linda Fox | July 29, 2024
Travel investors from Lakestar, Roch Ventures and Eight Roads discuss the latest trends in travel startup funding at Phocuswright Europe 2024. 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
alt="Google no longer removing third-party cookies, new Chrome experience planned" title="Google no longer removing third-party cookies, new Chrome experience planned"
News / Technology
Google no longer removing third-party cookies, new Chrome experience planned
By Linda Fox | July 23, 2024
Travel brands and other e-commerce sellers have been focused on developing first-party data strategies since Google first announced it would put an end to third-party cookies in 2020. Read More
alt="Selina facing insolvency, looks for buyers" title="Selina facing insolvency, looks for buyers"
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Selina facing insolvency, looks for buyers
By Mitra Sorrells | July 22, 2024
Founded in 2014, Selina said its properties are designed to enable millennial and Gen Z travelers to "seamlessly travel and work abroad," by combining accommodations with coworking and recreation... Read More
alt="Indie Campers raises €35M to drive growth" title="Indie Campers raises €35M to drive growth"
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Indie Campers raises €35M to drive growth
By D.J. Catron | July 18, 2024
Based in Lisbon, Indie Campers was founded in 2013 and won the Innovator of the Year award at Phocuswright Europe 2021's Summit competition.   Read More
alt="Landfolk lands €10.3M to expand vacation rental marketplace" title="Landfolk lands €10.3M to expand vacation rental marketplace"
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Landfolk lands €10.3M to expand vacation rental marketplace
By Linda Fox | July 18, 2024
Landfolk is eyeing expansion in southern Europe following its move from its Denmark base into Germany, Norway and Sweden.   Read More
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Tracking travel startup funding and M&A activity in Q2 2024
By Linda Fox | July 18, 2024
While a handful of companies such as Guesty and Cover Genius have attracted significant later stage funding, most investments in the second quarter of 2024 have been around the pre-seed and seed stage. Read More
alt="Bob W plans up to 2,000 apartments through Osborne+Co joint venture" title="Bob W plans up to 2,000 apartments through Osborne+Co joint venture"
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Bob W plans up to 2,000 apartments through Osborne+Co joint venture
By Linda Fox | July 17, 2024
The funds will be used to acquire and repurpose hotel and office assets into short-term serviced apartments in countries including Ireland, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom. Read More
alt="Snaptrip Group adds the Hotel Guru to portfolio" title="Snaptrip Group adds the Hotel Guru to portfolio"
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Snaptrip Group adds the Hotel Guru to portfolio
By Linda Fox | July 15, 2024
The group, which already counts United Kingdom-based brands including LateRooms and Snaptrip, said the acquisition strengthens “its position in the hotel sector and significantly expands its reach... Read More
alt="Numa Group continues growth spurt with acquisition of Native Places" title="Numa Group continues growth spurt with acquisition of Native Places"
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Numa Group continues growth spurt with acquisition of Native Places
By Linda Fox | July 9, 2024
Numa Group now manages more than 7,300 rooms and apartments across 34 major cities in 14 European countries. Read More
alt="HomeCamper and Campspace merge to create European leader in micro camping" title="HomeCamper and Campspace merge to create European leader in micro camping"
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HomeCamper and Campspace merge to create European leader in micro camping
By Linda Fox | July 4, 2024
Peer-to-peer platforms Campspace and Homecamper specialize in camping locations provided by private individuals across Europe with accommodation including yurts, cabins and tents. Read More
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Trip.com Group, Sabre, Hostaway and more
By PhocusWire | July 3, 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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