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.

 

Breezeway lands strategic investment to expand platform, AI capabilities
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Breezeway lands strategic investment to expand platform, AI capabilities
By Abby Crotty | March 5, 2026
The deal is the second platform investment from Resurgens' $800 million third fund. Read More
APAC travel trends pt. 2: AI, loyalty ecosystems and the experiences boom
News / Technology
APAC travel trends pt. 2: AI, loyalty ecosystems and the experiences boom
By Abby Crotty | March 5, 2026
The second part of our APAC travel trend series focuses on loyalty, experiences and technology's role in the "digital-first" region. Read More
Lighthouse introduces ChatGPT app for direct hotel booking
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Lighthouse introduces ChatGPT app for direct hotel booking
By Morgan Hines | March 4, 2026
Powered by Connect AI from Lighthouse, The Hotels Network app in ChatGPT is open to hotels across the world. Read More
Lonely Planet launches travel app to expand digital platform strategy
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Lonely Planet launches travel app to expand digital platform strategy
By Cathy Walsh | March 4, 2026
The travel app combines guidebook expertise with interactive maps, local tips and trip-building tools. Read More
Mews, Sojern, Shiji and more travel and tourism news from ITB Berlin 2026
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Mews, Sojern, Shiji and more travel and tourism news from ITB Berlin 2026
By PhocusWire | March 4, 2026
At ITB Berlin 2026, travel and tourism companies revealed new products, partnerships and innovations.   Read More
Navan launches AI travel assistant for unmanaged business travelers
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Navan launches AI travel assistant for unmanaged business travelers
By Abby Crotty | March 3, 2026
The assistant is available to business travelers who don’t have access to Navan through their employers, allowing them to manage their travel plans and address disruptions. Read More
Consolidation, AI and the race to own the A-to-B journey in ground transport
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Consolidation, AI and the race to own the A-to-B journey in ground transport
By Mark Frary | March 3, 2026
The sector has been active in recent years, with players like BlaBlarCar, Flix, Rome2Rio and Travelier all making moves to adapt to a changing market. Read More
Indonesia’s online travel market eyes $17B future
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Indonesia’s online travel market eyes $17B future
By WiT | March 2, 2026
In this sneak peek of the new Indonesia Explored report, WiT is diving into how local OTAs are not just defending their home turf but are eyeing regional dominance. Read More
Hotel software: An unlikely winner in the AI reset
Opinion / Technology
Hotel software: An unlikely winner in the AI reset
By Jordan Hollander - HotelTechReport.com | March 2, 2026
HotelTechReport.com co-founder Jordan Hollander challenges industry concerns about AI's effect on applications, outlining what sets hotel software apart. Read More
Travel Token Marketplace acquires Camino Network initiator Chain4Travel
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Travel Token Marketplace acquires Camino Network initiator Chain4Travel
By Morgan Hines | February 27, 2026
Blockchain startup Chain4Travel was previously named a PhocusWire Hot 25 Travel Startup for 2025. Read More
Amadeus sees revenue and profit growth in 2025
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Amadeus sees revenue and profit growth in 2025
By Linda Fox | February 27, 2026
Revenue for the air IT solutions business increased 6.4% to €2.3 billion in 2025 while the hospitality solutions business saw revenue increase 6% to €1 billion. Read More
Skyscanner launches flights app in ChatGPT
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Skyscanner launches flights app in ChatGPT
By Morgan Hines | February 27, 2026
Skyscanner joins Hyatt, Accor, MakeMyTrip, Expedia, Booking.com and others in launching its ChatGPT app. Read More
OTAs' marketing spend exceeded $20B in 2025
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OTAs' marketing spend exceeded $20B in 2025
By Linda Fox | February 27, 2026
Marketing investment from the largest online travel players rose again last year. Read More
Affiliate monetization platform Stay22 lands $122M
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Affiliate monetization platform Stay22 lands $122M
By Abby Crotty | February 26, 2026
The company said the fresh capital will be used for global expansion and for platform and team growth. Read More
Trip.com Group sees growth from inbound travel to China
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Trip.com Group sees growth from inbound travel to China
By Linda Fox | February 26, 2026
The company increased net revenue in Q4 2025 by 21% to $2.2 billion, attributed to travel demand. For the full year, net revenue increased to almost $9 billion. Read More
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