Daily Travel Startup Watch: NXTboat, Seatizen and More

Airlines don’t release much data on their massively profitable loyalty programs. But scrutiny from the government and consumers have led some to wonder, are these programs worth it?

What if market analytics firm CoStar launched a property management system for hotels? That's the play that AirDNA is making in the short-term rentals industry. AirDNA will go at it with its own data analytics brand as well as its Uplifting brand in the PMS arena.

Upgraded airports and nonstop flights are opening Greenland to more visitors. Managing growth while preserving its unique environment and culture will be critical to long-term success.

Aligning with major cultural moments can help brands connect with the right audience at the right time. Live sports, music tours, and shopping events like Prime Day can unlock huge opportunities for travel advertisers to build long-term loyalty and drive bookings.

IHG is revamping its luxury suites and rolling out new training to help cater to a rising trend in multi-generational travel. Who knew family values could be such good business?