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Rethinking travel's engagement in global issues A session at ITB Berlin focused on overlapping global challenges, the need for escapism and heightened consumer awareness around safe destinations.

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Latest News Google adds cart, loyalty features to UCP The company has added cart and loyalty capabilities to simplify the shopping experience. Read More Hilton adds Yotel to portfolio with franchise deal YOTEL will continue to license and manage its brand but have access to Hilton's distribution and technology platforms and Honors loyalty program. Read More PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: TourRadar, SAP Concur, HTS and more... Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More APAC startup funding tightens as market matures  APAC is undergoing structural shifts in travel startup funding and innovation. Read More

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Trending Stories Aven Hospitality, Hovr partner to integrate video technology Aven Hospitalty will add Hovr's dynamic video technology to its booking engine to give hoteliers the ability to adopt a video strategy.  Read More Startup Stage: Go With Rosie aims to simplify family trip planning The startup just launched this year, offering a free travel tool for families.  Read More What does 'AI-native' really mean in travel? Travel companies are shifting to an "AI-native" model—what that means for legacy brands and startups varies.  Read More

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