Artificial Intelligence

PhocusWire’s in-depth coverage of generative AI including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity and other solutions and how they are being used across the travel industry.

Gen AI is transforming the travel industry by enabling new levels of automation, personalization and decision-making. From AI-powered chat interfaces to dynamic content creation and predictive analytics, PhocusWire explores the growing influence of generative and agentic AI in travel—and what it means for suppliers, intermediaries, and travelers alike.

How AI tools are reshaping travel and tourism operations

Our coverage tracks how travel companies are implementing AI across customer service, marketing, product development, and internal workflows. Whether it's conversational commerce, itinerary generation, or fraud detection, generative AI is unlocking new operational efficiencies and guest experiences throughout the industry.

 

Indian travel platform Travelxp launches agentic AI trip concierge
News / Technology
Indian travel platform Travelxp launches agentic AI trip concierge
By Abby Crotty | September 11, 2026
Travelers can describe a trip and coordinate with the agent, Marco, via WhatsApp, Instagram or on the Travelxp website. Read More
PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Klook, Omio, Amadeus and more...
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PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Klook, Omio, Amadeus and more...
By PhocusWire | September 11, 2026
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More
AI transformation in travel: Sejal Amin of Priceline
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AI transformation in travel: Sejal Amin of Priceline
By Morgan Hines | September 11, 2026
Sejal Amin, CTO of Priceline, discusses Priceline's AI strategy, company education, employee buy-in and more. Read More
Airbnb's Chesky outlines monetization strategy
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Airbnb's Chesky outlines monetization strategy
By Abby Crotty | September 10, 2026
While speaking at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia and Technology Conference, Airbnb CEO and co-founder Brian Chesky discussed margin and growth opportunities. Read More
Navan increases revenue in Q2, acquires BoomPop to boost online meeting capabilities
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Navan increases revenue in Q2, acquires BoomPop to boost online meeting capabilities
By Linda Fox | September 10, 2026
Navan reported total revenue up 25% to $233 million and gross booking value up 45% to $3 billion in Q2 fiscal year 2027 earnings. Read More
The trust economy: How European travelers decide who to believe
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The trust economy: How European travelers decide who to believe
By Phocuswright Research | September 10, 2026
European travelers aren't rejecting technology; they're getting selective about who earns their trust. Read More
Expedia CEO on AI's growing role in travel planning and booking
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Expedia CEO on AI's growing role in travel planning and booking
By Abby Crotty | September 9, 2026
During a fireside chat at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia and Technology Conference on Wednesday, Gorin discussed recent AI efforts and future plans for the technology. Read More
Meta launches AI agent with travel booking capabilities
News / Technology
Meta launches AI agent with travel booking capabilities
By Abby Crotty | September 9, 2026
The AI agent, Muse, can book travel through an integration with Duffel and directly with airline websites. Read More
Ryanair's CMO Dara Brady provides frank take on AI in marketing
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Ryanair's CMO Dara Brady provides frank take on AI in marketing
By Linda Fox | September 9, 2026
Ryanair CMO Dara Brady shared views on AI in marketing and personalization at Phocuswright's TMAI event in London. Read More
Airlines’ ancillary revenue grows twice as fast as overall revenue
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Airlines’ ancillary revenue grows twice as fast as overall revenue
By Abby Crotty | September 9, 2026
The latest report from IdeaWorksCompany found that airlines generated $13.2 billion in ancillary revenue in 2025. Read More
Travel Marketing AI Summit London
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Travel Marketing AI Summit London
September 8, 2026
Phocuswright's Travel Marketing AI summit comes to London, September 8. On Demand
Discussing the latest trends in travel demand and dispersal
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Discussing the latest trends in travel demand and dispersal
By Abby Crotty | September 8, 2026
Executives from Amadeus, Travalyst, Travelier and Paradores discuss changing traveler preferences and how emerging destinations are approaching growth. Read More
The agentic traveler: Is travel ready for AI booking demand?
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The agentic traveler: Is travel ready for AI booking demand?
By Cathy Walsh | September 7, 2026
AI is moving from travel inspiration to transaction. New Phocuswright research reveals who is ready to book through AI and what travel companies need to do now. Read More
PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: HBX, Marriott, Lighthouse and more...
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PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: HBX, Marriott, Lighthouse and more...
By PhocusWire | September 4, 2026
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More
Travel brands continue to chase AI visibility as the landscape shifts
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Travel brands continue to chase AI visibility as the landscape shifts
By Morgan Hines | September 4, 2026
Following reports that Reddit citations have fallen considerably in LLM results, travel companies are once again reconsidering visibility strategies. Read More
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