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Hopper Secures $175 Million Growth Investment Led By GPI Capital

2021-08-23 by Phil Butler

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Canada travel technology business Hopper has just finalized a $175 million Series G funding round led by New York-based GPI Capital.

Tags: 2021 funding, booking technology, cloud tools, Fintech, GPI, hopper, Khai Ha, Price Freeze for Hotels, tech funding, travel data, travel research, travel tech, travel technology 2021, Travel Technology Europe, Travel Technology Update

Travelport Chief Envisions Better Cooperation With Airlines

2011-12-01 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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Amidst all the kerfuffle regarding the failed attempt by American Airlines to change the way that global distribution systems operate, one of the key players in the squabble, Travelport CEO Gordon Wilson, has predicted a much more harmonious relationship between airlines and GDS companies in the future.

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Stories of Interest

Google Mapping Crete 3D

Google Begins 3D Mapping of Crete to Update Maps and Street View

2026-02-04 By Kostas Raptis

Google will carry out 3D mapping across Crete from February to November 2026 to update Google Maps and Street View, with privacy safeguards in place.

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The Train Fantasy: How to Save Crete by Cutting It in Half

2026-02-04 By Kostas Raptis

Local authorities in Crete renew calls for a railway system linked to the new Kastelli airport, sparking debate over feasibility, environment, and long-term impact.

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Crete Celebrates Wild Greens With Hands-On Gastronomy Actions in Chania

2026-02-04 By Mihaela Lica Butler

The Region of Crete launches a series of experiential activities across Chania to celebrate wild edible greens, a core element of Cretan culinary tradition, as part of Gastronomy 2026.

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Carnival of Phaistos Municipality Returns to Tympaki on February 22

2026-02-04 By Argophilia Travel News

The Municipality of Phaistos invites locals and visitors to the Tympaki Carnival on February 22 for a festive parade, music, and celebrations.

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Breaking News: People Actually Want Jobs, and They Showed Up for Them in Heraklion

2026-02-04 By Iorgos Pappas

The Tourism Career Day by kariera.gr in Heraklion attracted record participation, with hundreds of candidates and thousands of interviews, highlighting strong interest in tourism jobs.

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