Morgan Hines is a Senior Travel Reporter at PhocusWire. She specializes in travel and tourism, focusing on the intersection of technology and the hospitality industry, including topics such as travel technology, booking systems, and luxury accommodations. Morgan's work has been featured in prominent publications including USA TODAY, Shape, Yahoo News, and Travel Weekly.
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Morgan Hines' coverage of travel and tourism industry, particularly focusing on booking technology, hotel management software, and business traveler services is well-documented. Her preference for informative pieces and interviews suggests she may be interested in pitches that provide in-depth analysis of trends or exclusive access to industry insiders.
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By: Morgan Hines
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