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Viator was a potential spinoff candidate in 2021. But with a potential sale of Tripadvisor, all bets are off for now.
Dennis Schaal | 2 weeks ago
Hotels
Today's podcast looks at CEO salaries, Ben Drew's next steps, and a new Boeing whistleblower.
Rashaad Jorden | 2 weeks ago
Ben Drew took over Tripadvisor's Viator brand right as the pandemic began and helped guide the online travel seller. Drew's departure comes at a pivotal time for the brand as it faces heavier competition.
Sean O'Neill | 2 weeks ago
As Tripadvisor's decade-old bet on Viator is paying off, Tripadvisor has become less reliant on advertising from Expedia and Booking.com.
Dennis Schaal | 2 months ago
A potential buyer could decide to break up Tripadvisor's parts, including Viator, TheFork, and metasearch, under the theory that the parts are worth more than the whole.
GetYourGuide, which has raised more than $1 billion in startup funding, needs to grow its market in the U.S. to reach its targets. A series of new TV ads may help move the needle.
Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago
Tour Operators
Klook's partnership with Krungsri signals its first step in growing its Pan-Asian travel marketplace footprint since its funding raise at the end of last year.
Selene Brophy | 3 months ago
Viator is one of the most prominent players in selling tours and activities online. Still, most consumers remain unaware of its extensive offering, underscoring the opportunity for the experience economy in 2024.
Lots of talk about profitability but very little intention of going public. These are the emerging trends we're keeping an eye on for these three key tours and activities online platforms.
Selene Brophy, Skift | 4 months ago
Civitatis is capitalizing on its leading position in selling Spanish-speaking tours and activities as it pushes into new markets thanks to private equity support.
Selene Brophy | 4 months ago
