Travel Weekly Group Ltd - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 60

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Exoticca unveils AI-powered SmartFare…

🗺 Exoticca, an online tour company, introduced an AI-powered platform to optimize flight and trip planning. Capable of filtering 6.5 million flights daily based on duration, layovers, and price, it aids in creating up to 1,000 trip options daily during peak times like Black Friday. The platform, SmartFare, enhances travel planning by integrating flights with hotel, transfer, and activity options. CEO Pere Vallès highlighted recent funding for technology to advance Exoticca’s position in the connected trip space.

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American Express Global Business Travel…

📈 Becky Power has been appointed as Vice President & General Manager, Global Client Management SME at American Express Global Business Travel. With over 20 years of experience, including roles at Google, she will focus on enhancing client management for Amex GBT Select and Ovation. Her expertise in commercial growth and digital transformation is set to drive business growth strategies in the SME sector.

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Guest post: Self-management isn’t a trend –…

🏠 Eighty per cent of short-term rental hosts reject property management companies (PMCs) for cost reasons and desire direct involvement in operations. More than 12% who tried PMCs reverted to self-management. Tech tools now enable automation in messaging, pricing, compliance, and monitoring, empowering hosts to maintain high guest satisfaction. In 2025, 96.8% of hosts view technology as crucial. PMCs still offer scale efficiencies, but self-managing hosts exemplify the industry's shift to professionalism through tech integration.

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Profitroom and ResDiary partner to boost UK…

📅 Profitroom collaborates with ResDiary to integrate restaurant management into a single platform for hotels and pubs. This partnership automates reservations and offers tailored guest packages, optimizing table occupancy and revenue. The integration reduces booking steps from six to four clicks and supports personalized marketing, helping venues combat rising costs. Patryk Luszcz emphasizes the strategic importance of maximizing F&B space, while Martin Verdon-Roe highlights the empowerment of businesses through efficient resource use.

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TAP Air Portugal engages TransPerfect to…

✈️ TransPerfect partners with TAP Air Portugal to translate digital content into 12 languages using GlobalLink technology. TAP operates from Lisbon, connecting over 90 destinations, aiming to enhance multilingual communication for millions of travelers. GlobalLink, integrated with Adobe Experience Manager and Salesforce Connect, simplifies and accelerates content delivery. Sara Walter de Freitas, TAP's Digital Director, emphasizes meeting customer expectations, while TransPerfect's President, Phil Shawe, underscores commitment to supporting TAP and Portugal.

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A3M expands country information with…

📈 A3M Global Monitoring integrates Riskline's real-time travel advisories into its Country Information product to offer corporate clients enhanced risk insights. A3M provides structured risk assessments for every country using over 40 subcategories rated on a five-level scale by analysts. Riskline's AI-powered, real-time reports cover emerging crises like political unrest and health emergencies. Allianz noted 800+ anti-government protests across 150+ countries since 2017, with 160+ in 2024, highlighting the demand for dynamic risk management.

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TTNG unveils AI-driven Digital Assistant to…

💻 Attendees at The Travel Network Group’s conference in Bucharest learned about a new AI Digital Assistant, announced by CEO Gary Lewis on June 2025. This tool, designed exclusively for agents, offers real-time answers and travel-specific support. It helps agents draft letters, plan business development, and create customer itineraries. Jamie Loizou from AmaWaterways endorsed the solution, highlighting its practical enhancement over theoretical AI presentations. The assistant promises safe, secure, and immediate business insights.

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XCF Global announces appointment of new…

✈️ XCF Global appointed a Board of Directors after completing its business combination and Nasdaq listing (ticker: SAFX). The initial six directors are Mihir Dange (Chair), Anne Anderson, Sanford Cockrell, Si-Yeon Kim, Carter McCain, and Wray Thorn, all with diverse expertise in energy, aviation, finance, and law. The Board aims to decarbonize the aviation industry using Synthetic Aviation Fuel (SAF) and plans to expand to nine members, subject to Nasdaq rules.

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TBC, Turkish Airlines and Visa partner to…

💳 TBC Bank Group partners with Turkish Airlines and Visa to launch Georgia's first co-branded premium debit card. Signed on June 12, 2025, in Istanbul, this exclusive card allows TBC Concept 360 and Wealth Management clients to earn miles on their travel expenses. Benefits include 10 airport lounge passes and fast-track security access. TBC has issued over 260,000 flagship debit cards by Q1 2025. This collaboration aims to enhance customer travel experiences and loyalty.

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DerbySoft launches flight technology solution

✈️ DerbySoft, in collaboration with Ryanair Holdings PLC, enters the aviation tech sector with a new flight technology solution. This initiative, led by Jason Sui, aims to connect flight content between airlines and OTAs. DerbySoft acquired PKFare in 2024, enhancing their capabilities. In early 2023, DerbySoft restructured its executive team and acquired Arise, an AI platform. This solution expands their portfolio, focusing on innovation and seamless travel distribution.

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