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.

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CEO Spotlight: Alex Mans of FlyrBy Linda Fox | May 27, 2025
Alex Mans, founder and CEO of Flyr, discusses the current state of airline retailing and what his company is developing to help modernize the industry.
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WiT Queenstown to debut in 2026By PhocusWire | May 21, 2025
The one-day event, which aims to spark innovation in travel technology, will be held in partnership with not-for-profit organization Technology Queenstown.
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Prosus completes acquisition of DespegarBy Linda Fox | May 16, 2025
Terms of the deal include a subsidiary of Prosus merging with Despegar with the Latin America-based OTA become a private company and delisting from the New York Stock Exchange.
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