Daily Travel Startup Watch: Gunnago, goStandby and More

There are wide discrepancies in data quality for hotel transactions across global regions, with the largest occurring in Asia-Pacific. Because hotels and agencies need to harness data quality to thrive, they must take a more nuanced regional approach to monitoring potential issues.

Samhi Hotels is growing its upscale inventory to capitalize on the strong demand in Bengaluru and Hyderabad. But a lot of that growth is dependent on sustained demand for business travel.

It's another downsizing at Tripadvisor as it gets ready to acquire its controlling shareholder and make some moves.

Marriott boss Anthony Capuano outlined his vision to transform the company from a traditional hotel group into an all-encompassing travel enterprise. This change will demand the company be fast and nimble, such as by streamlining decision-making.

Should Vacasa opt for a superior bid from a hedge fund at the risk of seeing the company getting dismantled? Or should Vacasa stick with a strategic buyer? Meanwhile, other bids could potentially come in.