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.

 

Ramp raises $500M, brings valuation to $22.5B
News / Online
Ramp raises $500M, brings valuation to $22.5B
By Abby Crotty | July 30, 2025
The latest funding news comes just 45 days after Ramp announced it had raised $200 million in its Series E round. Read More
Why digital transformation in travel is more than a tech upgrade
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Why digital transformation in travel is more than a tech upgrade
By PhocusWire | July 30, 2025
Ubique Digital's Archana Yadav discusses what it takes to move beyond patchwork fixes toward a truly traveler-centric commerce model.  Read More
Booking Holdings reports strong Q2 results, growth in Europe, Asia
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Booking Holdings reports strong Q2 results, growth in Europe, Asia
By Morgan Hines | July 29, 2025
Booking Holdings reported positive results with a rise in room nights, gross bookings and revenue, exceeding its own expectations, despite uncertainty. Read More
TakeUp scores $11M to advance revenue optimization for independent hotels
News / Startups
TakeUp scores $11M to advance revenue optimization for independent hotels
By Linda Fox | July 29, 2025
TakeUp says its technology uses causal inference AI models to continuously fine-tune pricing based on guest behavior. Read More
Startup Stage: Hotelwise wants to help Canadian travelers find the right hotel
Interview / Startups
Startup Stage: Hotelwise wants to help Canadian travelers find the right hotel
By Abby Crotty | July 29, 2025
Hotelwise was founded earlier this year by Andres Collart who previously founded Trip Ninja. Read More
Travel startup funding and M&A trends in Q2 2025
News / Startups
Travel startup funding and M&A trends in Q2 2025
By Linda Fox | July 29, 2025
Headlines surrounding tariffs, political uncertainty and global conflict may have tempered travel startup funding in the second quarter of 2025. Read More
How micro-moments can identify hidden patterns in traveler behavior
From Our Partners / Online
How micro-moments can identify hidden patterns in traveler behavior
By PhocusWire | July 29, 2025
Learn how Zartico helps destinations translate signals into strategy and moments into measurable results.   Read More
Innovating with AI in travel to prepare for the future
News / Technology
Innovating with AI in travel to prepare for the future
By Abby Crotty | July 28, 2025
During an executive interview at Phocuswright Europe in Barcelona, innovation consultant Marc Mekki explained the “paradox” of AI. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Expedia, NextTrip, Amadeus and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Expedia, NextTrip, Amadeus and more...
By PhocusWire | July 25, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.   Read More
Google's take on travel search and AI's influence
News / Technology
Google's take on travel search and AI's influence
By Abby Crotty | July 25, 2025
Google's director of travel, Sergio Torrijos Selma, discussed search trends, delving deeper into how AI will transform the trip planning process and impact travel marketers. Read More
Google parent Alphabet's earnings exceed expectations on back of AI, advertising
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Google parent Alphabet's earnings exceed expectations on back of AI, advertising
By Morgan Hines | July 24, 2025
CEO Sundar Pichai said AI is having a positive impact across every part of the business and driving strong momentum for Alphabet. Read More
Why are travel companies hesistant to sell ancillaries?
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Why are travel companies hesistant to sell ancillaries?
By Morgan Hines | July 24, 2025
While the ancillary market is lucrative, travel companies still face roadblocks when trying to incorporate extras into their sales model. Read More
The AI hiring race: How the travel industry can compete
News / Technology
The AI hiring race: How the travel industry can compete
By Morgan Hines | July 24, 2025
Industry leaders weigh in on how travel companies can attract AI talent to compete with the tech space, which often incentivizes new hires. Read More
Amex GBT, Chooose, Amadeus and more business travel news from GBTA 2025
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Amex GBT, Chooose, Amadeus and more business travel news from GBTA 2025
By PhocusWire | July 23, 2025
At this year's GBTA Convention, business travel companies revealed new products, partnerships and innovations. Read More
How AI is transforming travel safety for real people
Opinion / Technology
How AI is transforming travel safety for real people
By Suzanne Sangiovese - Riskline | July 23, 2025
Riskline CEO Suzanne Sangiovese discusses how AI can change the game and improve traveler safety. Read More
The Phocuswright Conference 2026