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.

 

Google launches Google Maps in Gemini API
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Google launches Google Maps in Gemini API
By Morgan Hines | October 20, 2025
Google said the mechanism will be similar to grounding with Google Search, which provides increased accuracy, real-time information and citations. Read More
Phocuswright names winners of the 2025 Philip C. Wolf Memorial Scholarship
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Phocuswright names winners of the 2025 Philip C. Wolf Memorial Scholarship
By PhocusWire | October 20, 2025
Sebastián Muñoz, co-founder of Rutopía, and Jen Wong, founder and CEO of Laasie, received this year's award. Read More
How the corporate travel sector should think about AI
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How the corporate travel sector should think about AI
By Morgan Hines | October 20, 2025
Commitment to AI use and learning matters as corporate travel starts to adopt the new technology. Read More
Where are they now? Catching up with the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2023
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Where are they now? Catching up with the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2023
By Mileva Sapic | October 20, 2025
Many of our Hot 25 Startups for 2023 have undergone major transformations, including significant funding rounds and strategic acquisitions. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Amex GBT, PriceLabs, Expedia, Trust My Group and more
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Amex GBT, PriceLabs, Expedia, Trust My Group and more
By PhocusWire | October 17, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.   Read More
Delta Air Lines on measured NDC, AI approach
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Delta Air Lines on measured NDC, AI approach
By Morgan Hines | October 17, 2025
Steve Sear, EVP of global sales and distribution for Delta Air Lines, discussed why the airline isn’t rushing NDC or AI. Read More
HotelPORT adds $1.5M in funding for strategic initiatives
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HotelPORT adds $1.5M in funding for strategic initiatives
By Linda Fox | October 16, 2025
The finance will be put towards initiatives including AI-powered content and technology to boost guest engagement. Read More
Mindtrip launches AI-powered tools for travel inspiration, organization
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Mindtrip launches AI-powered tools for travel inspiration, organization
By Morgan Hines | October 16, 2025
With the new features, travelers can share articles, Instagram posts, TikTok videos, YouTube clips and Google Pins directly to Mindtrip’s app. Read More
Rapid Fire with Steve Schwab of Casago
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Rapid Fire with Steve Schwab of Casago
By Morgan Hines | October 16, 2025
As we approach The Phocuswright Conference in San Diego, PhocusWire is highlighting a number of conference speakers in a series of Q&As. Read More
Aviation leaders on retailing progress, AI use cases
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Aviation leaders on retailing progress, AI use cases
By Linda Fox | October 16, 2025
Aviation leaders provided insights on technology investments and the impact of AI during the World Aviation Festival in Lisbon last week. Read More
Kayak rolls out AI Mode for travel search
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Kayak rolls out AI Mode for travel search
By Abby Crotty | October 15, 2025
The tool allows for natural-language search and combines Kayak’s data with ChatGPT.   Read More
How gen AI is reinventing voice technology in travel
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How gen AI is reinventing voice technology in travel
By Matthew Parsons | October 15, 2025
Several travel companies are exploring the future of voice technology, covering customer service and business operations through to real-time translation and conversational booking. Read More
American Airlines launches gen AI tool
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American Airlines launches gen AI tool
By Abby Crotty | October 14, 2025
Customers can type in their trip idea, with the tool then providing “curated destination suggestions” from American’s network.   Read More
Revolut acquires Swifty to build AI concierge for customers
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Revolut acquires Swifty to build AI concierge for customers
By Linda Fox | October 14, 2025
Swifty, which launched in 2023, uses LLMs and a conversational interface to help plan and book corporate travel, including payment and invoicing. Read More
Arbio secures $36M in funding to expand rental management platform
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Arbio secures $36M in funding to expand rental management platform
By Linda Fox | October 14, 2025
The funding will be put towards acquisitions, developing artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and expansion to new markets in Europe. Read More
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