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From brands as experience platforms to strategic mergers, diversity messaging and beyond: These are the Megatrends in travel we're watching closely in 2018.
Hannah Sampson, Skift | 6 years ago
Startups
Emerging technologies, like artificial intelligence and blockchain, have yet to make the leap from buzzword to mainstay, but have the potential to disrupt travel incumbents. The big players will have ample opportunity to adapt, though, and leading startups can play a role in helping executives grapple with when and how to implement these technologies.
Seth Borko, Skift Research | 6 years ago
Venture capitalists invested a record amount in travel startups in 2017. The industry is no stranger to disruption, but we may be seeing some of the greatest changes of the last two decades. Our latest research report is a deep dive into these emerging trends with insights for founders, incumbents, and investors.
Online Travel
In his first Q&A with Skift, President and CEO of Travelport Gordon Wilson acknowledges that suppliers are no longer as dependent on distribution technology companies as they once were. He makes a persuasive case that better meeting the needs of suppliers is the way to thrive.
Sean O'Neill, Skift | 7 years ago
SkiftX
We're putting a focus on travel technology at Skift, and to be the best we can be about it, we're bringing in one of the best in the business.
Jason Clampet, Skift | 7 years ago
While travel funding saw a decline compared to last year, investments are still flowing into the industry.
Dave Montali, Skift | 7 years ago