Phocuswright News
PhoCusWright release landmark study on US tour operators
PhoCusWright has released what it claims is the first definitive and comprehensive study of the tour operator and packaged travel market in the United States. Commissioned by the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) and researched and produced by PhoCusWright, the study aim to unravel the complexities of a market worth over US$18.3 billion in gross travel sales in 2008.
Analysts discuss current trends at The PhoCusWright Forum
Travel leaders from the New York metro area gathered Tuesday to learn about the latest industry trends and opportunities. The PhoCusWright Analyst Forum at the Grand Hyatt New York played host to lively discussions between PhoCusWright’s veteran analysts and an engaged audience. The Forum featured interactive discussions on the current travel consumer outlook, opportunities present in the vacation rental marketplace and new findings on the importance of destination marketing.
PhoCusWright Study Details Online Best Practices for DMOs
Destination marketers play a unique role in the leisure travel marketplace, positioned at the crossroads between travelers and travel suppliers. Thousands of national, state, regional and local level destination marketing organizations (DMOs), convention and visitor bureaus (CVBs) and national tourism organizations (NTOs) play a vital role in stimulating travel demand.
PhoCusWright launches social forum for travel leaders to connect
PhoCusWright Connect, the new forum for global travel leaders to actively engage and debate the latest industry trends and issues, has launched by PhoCusWright. The social community serves as an extension of www.phocuswright.com and offers news, commentary, video and social networking features.
Survey reveals challenges of Chinese market
According to a report commissioned by Amadeus and conducted by PhoCusWright, the travel management companies (TMC) sector in China is set for explosive growth - if the industry can overcome challenges in China’s regulatory environment and in technology infrastructure.
PhoCusWright and TravelDaily partner to host the 2009 China Travel Innovation Summit
PhoCusWright, the travel industry research authority on how travelers, suppliers and intermediaries connect and TravelDaily, China’s leading online publisher and event organizer with emphasis on trends in the distribution, marketing and technology of the travel and tourism industries, will partner to host the 2009 China Travel Innovation Summit in Beijing from 12 to 13 May 2009.
PhoCusWright at ITB Berlin
“Expanding E-Travel Across Europe” is the overarching theme of the Travel Technology Conference, at ITB in Berlin which is held on 12 March 2009 using English as the conference language. The programme has been drawn up by PhoCusWright from the USA, internationally acknowledged market researchers and consultants specialising in the travel sector. The findings of the European Online Travel Overview from PhoCusWright show that the selective application of technology is indispensable for the success of the travel, tourism and hospitality sector: “Today more than a quarter (28%) of European travel is booked online, and by 2010 the number of online bookings will have risen by a third”, according to Michaela Papenhoff, Senior Market Analyst for PhoCusWright und CEO of h2c consulting gmbh. In a series of keynote speeches, executive round tables, CEO interviews and brief “Five Minutes of Fame” presentations, PhoCusWright@ITB Berlin will provide comprehensive insights into developments, innovations and new services.
Online travel growth slows says top think tank
Online travel growth has slumped to single digits according to PhoCusWright. This is the lowest level since the influential travel industry research think tank began tracking online travel in 1998.
PhoCusWright 2008
PhoCusWright is the travel industry research authority on the evolving dynamics that influence how travelers, suppliers and intermediaries connect. Independent, rigorous and unbiased, PhoCusWright enables companies to make smart, profitable decisions.
Interview: Graeme Frost, CEO, Cadabra
Graeme Frost, CEO of Cadabra talks about his explosive business at PhoCusWright 2008, Hollywood. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Yen Lee, President and Founder, UpTake
Industry veteran Yen Lee, President and Founder of UpTake speaking about the future strategy, challenges and opportunities at PhoCusWright 2008. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Kelly Tompkins, CEO, AdventureLink
Kelly Tompkins, CEO of AdventureLink talks about the phenomenal growth and future strategy of his online travel business at PhoCusWright 2008. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Alex Shore, President of TripChill
Alex Shore, President of TripChill giving an exclusive interview to Breaking Travel News at PhoCusWright 2008. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Lou La Grange, Lonely Planet
Lou La Grange from Lonely Planet shares some wisdom and tells us what he is hoping to get from PhoCusWright 2008. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: John Diamond and Andrew McDonald, ekit
An exclusive interview with John Diamond and Andrew McDonald from ekit where they talk about their future strategy and growth plans for their innovative mobile online travel business at PhoCusWright 2008. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Scott Berkley, Society of Leisure Enthusiasts
Scott Berkley, Society of Leisure Enthusiasts talks about travel innovation at PhoCusWright 2008. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Martin Schobert, Austrian National Tourist Office
Martin Schobert from the Austrian National Tourist Office talks about Austria’s innovative digital destination marketing strategy. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Bratati Ghosh, TATA
Bratati Ghosh, Global Head Strategy & Business Development, Travel, Transportation & Hospitality talks about travel innovation at PhoCusWright 2008, Hollywood. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Nadav Gur, CEO of WorldMate
Exclusive interview with Nadav Gur, CEO of WorldMate where he talks about his company strategy and the online mobile user experience at PhoCusWright 2008. Interviewed by BTN.
Interview: Linda Swart Founder & CEO, TripSketch
Linda Swart Founder & CEO of TripSketch talks about travel innovation at PhoCusWright 08. Interviewed by BTN.
