Health

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News / Distribution
Airlines are finding new ways to boost traveler confidence
By Linda Fox | May 20, 2021
COVID insurance policies and providing consistent information are among measures carriers are taking to entice travelers. Read More
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Opinion / Distribution
Will bureaucracy over vaccinations kill the travel industry?
By Dan Richards - Global Rescue | May 19, 2021
Governments need to achieve a level of coordination to ensure the smooth reopening of borders. Read More
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News / Technology
PhocusWire Pulse: Decoding Travel Security
By PhocusWire | May 19, 2021
Our fourth PhocusWire Pulse looks at the current state and future of security in travel, examining issues ranging from biometrics, system breaches, listing fraud and blockchain. Read More
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News / Startups
Wellness travel platform Vacayou raises $3.3M
By Mitra Sorrells | May 18, 2021
Vacayou is launching in beta with more than 100 package options such as spa getaways, wellness retreats and active travel experiences.[ Read More
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News / Technology
Can technology help hospitality labor shortages?
By Linda Fox | May 18, 2021
Hotels are dealing with huge staff shortages because of the pandemic, technologies are emerging to help and some say it's a short-term issue. Read More
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News / Online
GetYourGuide survey finds caution being replaced by eagerness to travel
By Mitra Sorrells | May 18, 2021
According to a survey of nearly 7,500 people in six countries, 56% are "eager" to travel, compared to just 40% in 2020. Read More
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News / Technology
Airports must lose check-in desks, reduce touchpoints
By Linda Fox | May 17, 2021
The aviation industry has missed past opportunities to create a more automated passenger journey. Read More
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News / Online
Cost, convenience increasing as considerations for air travel, ahead of health and hygiene
By Mitra Sorrells | May 12, 2021
A report from Expedia Group Media Solutions points to a shift in Q1 2021 in topics searched for when booking air travel. Read More
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News / Technology
Kayak partners with Veritas to offer self-collection COVID tests to travelers
By Mitra Sorrells | May 10, 2021
Kayak users can order the kits through a link on the metasearch site that gives them discounted pricing. Read More
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News / Technology
Aruba tests blockchain-enabled COVID credential app
By Mitra Sorrells | May 5, 2021
The Aruba Health App, developed by SITA and Indicio.tech, aims to preserve traveler privacy and eliminate fraud. Read More
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Interview / Online
In The Big Chair - Roberto Martinoli of Silversea Cruises
By Mitra Sorrells | May 4, 2021
Founded in 1994 and now part of the Royal Caribbean Group, Silversea Cruises is an ultra-luxury cruise line with itineraries covering all seven continents and more than 900 destinations. Read More
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Opinion / Online
How testing, transparency and technology can reduce COVID risk in air travel
By Timothy O'Neil-Dunne - 777 Partners | May 3, 2021
For a safe flying environment to exist, we must stop COVID-positive transports; for now that is unrealistic, so testing on arrival must be the start. Read More
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News / Technology
Sherpa raises $8.5M to meet demand for its travel rules platform
By Jill Menze | April 30, 2021
In the past year, Sherpa says the number of airlines and other travel companies using Sherpa’s products has tripled. Read More
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News / Online
WTTC Global Summit: Clarity, certainty and collaboration keys to travel recovery
By Mitra Sorrells | April 27, 2021
More than 600 leaders from travel, tourism, government and the private sector are gathered for the World Travel and Tourism Council's Global Summit in Cancun, the organization's first in-person event... Read More
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From Our Partners / Technology
Here's why to review your travel and spend policy now
By TripActions | April 26, 2021
Companies must build in more flexibility to accommodate quick pivots, as well as incorporate more nuanced controls to allow for more focused approvals and more streamlined processes. Read More