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.

 

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 ongoing transformation of corporate travel—What's next?
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The ongoing transformation of corporate travel—What's next?
By Abby Crotty | July 23, 2025
Executives from TravelPerk, SAP Concur and Salesfore joined an executive panel at Phocuswright Europe last month, weighing in on the state of corporate travel and how ongoing trends are shifting the... Read More
Sabre launches travel marketplace to address content fragmentation
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Sabre launches travel marketplace to address content fragmentation
By Abby Crotty | July 22, 2025
Sabre is launching the platform after conducting a global travel agency survey, which revealed that 91% of agencies use four or more booking systems. Read More
How travel marketers can navigate AI evolution of search
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How travel marketers can navigate AI evolution of search
By Morgan Hines | July 21, 2025
During the latest installment of Phocuswright’s The New Age(nts) Trend Series, experts opened up about AI-driven marketing changes. Read More
How order management systems could create a new era of connected travel
Opinion / Distribution
How order management systems could create a new era of connected travel
By Cyril Tetaz - Amadeus | July 21, 2025
Cyril Tetaz, EVP of airline solutions at Amadeus, breaks down six ways order management systems will impact connected travel. Read More
Uber partners with Nuro, Lucid to launch 20,000 robotaxis
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Uber partners with Nuro, Lucid to launch 20,000 robotaxis
By Abby Crotty | July 18, 2025
The robotaxi program is set to launch later in 2026 in a major city in the United States, then expanding to global markets over the next six years.   Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Fora, Amex GBT, Expedia Group and more...
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Fora, Amex GBT, Expedia Group and more...
By PhocusWire | July 18, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More
Headwinds and tailwinds impacting the European rentals landscape
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Headwinds and tailwinds impacting the European rentals landscape
By Linda Fox | July 18, 2025
Executives from Airbnb and HomeToGo discussed the professionalization of rentals as well as the potential to turn regulations into an opportunity at Phocuswright Europe 2025. Read More
Air France-KLM partners with Accenture, Google Cloud to launch gen AI factory
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Air France-KLM partners with Accenture, Google Cloud to launch gen AI factory
By Abby Crotty | July 17, 2025
The new gen AI factory is hosted on Google Cloud and supports agentic AI capabilities. Read More
Startup Stage: Pink Notebook offers visual-first, social travel planning
Interview / Startups
Startup Stage: Pink Notebook offers visual-first, social travel planning
By Morgan Hines | July 16, 2025
Pink Notebook aims to create a curated discovery process supported by private collaboration, incorporating machine learning and real-time availability. Read More
Accor's tech chief on experiences, shifting mindset and system fragmentation
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Accor's tech chief on experiences, shifting mindset and system fragmentation
By Linda Fox | July 16, 2025
Accor's chief commercial, digital and technology officer Alix Boulnois shared her thoughts on the group's digital transformation during an interview at Phocuswright Europe 2025. Read More
Turning visitor data into intelligence for travel marketing
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Turning visitor data into intelligence for travel marketing
By PhocusWire | July 15, 2025
This new five-part video series from Zartico provides expert insights for travel marketers on how to effectively use visitor intelligence to drive growth. Read More