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.

 

Multimodal AI and the UX revolution in travel
Opinion / Technology
Multimodal AI and the UX revolution in travel
By Christian Watts – Magpie | November 1, 2023
The shift to multimodal GenAI opens the door to mind-boggling possibilities for travel and other fields. Is this the end of the phone?   Read More
Beyond the hype: Are you still chasing AI or tapping into the real treasure?
From Our Partners / Technology
Beyond the hype: Are you still chasing AI or tapping into the real treasure?
By Ali Beklen - HotelRunner | October 31, 2023
Rather than treating artificial intelligence as an isolated entity, we must recognize it as a means to an end — the endgame being data. Read More
Aviation executives talk balancing data advances with technical debt
News / Technology
Aviation executives talk balancing data advances with technical debt
By Linda Fox | October 31, 2023
Airlines rely on data throughout the organization, but challenges around technical silos and legacy systems persist and carriers are cautious of the hype of AI. Read More
Unexpected takeaways from global aviation events in 2023
Opinion / Technology
Unexpected takeaways from global aviation events in 2023
By Matthew Walker - Plan3 | October 30, 2023
Three surprising themes at the World Aviation Festival: a return to technology basics, staff shortages and making travel human again. Read More
The critical technologies for travel brands in 2024
From Our Partners / Technology
The critical technologies for travel brands in 2024
By PhocusWire | October 30, 2023
DataArt's Greg Abbott explains why cloud solutions, data and analytics and generative artificial intelligence are some of the key technologies travel companies should be prioritizing for the year ahead. Read More
Tripadvisor launches new AI travel planning features
News / Online
Tripadvisor launches new AI travel planning features
By Morgan Hines | October 24, 2023
Tripadvisor is rolling out AI-generated hotel reviews for some oft-reviewed locations. Read More
How AI can help travel brands hit the mark with digital marketing
Opinion / Online
How AI can help travel brands hit the mark with digital marketing
By Michele Nemschoff – Persado | October 20, 2023
With a little technology help, travel and hospitality brands can make the most of the travel boom and create a digital experience that drives customer conversion, loyalty and revenue. Read More
Industry leaders on the outlook for tours, activities and attractions
News / Online
Industry leaders on the outlook for tours, activities and attractions
By Mitra Sorrells | October 20, 2023
Viator CCO Sarah Dines, Rezdy CEO Chris Atkin and investor Michael Zeisser were among the panelists discussing the tours and activities sector at Arival 360 Orlando. Read More
AI Insights: Generative AI to improve the RV rental search experience
News / Technology
AI Insights: Generative AI to improve the RV rental search experience
By PhocusWire | October 19, 2023
RVshare's Melissa Turner Fortenberry answers our questions about how the company is working with generative AI technology. Read More
Everything, everywhere, all at once – trends in hospitality tech
News / Technology
Everything, everywhere, all at once – trends in hospitality tech
By Klaus Kohlmayr — IDeaS | October 17, 2023
2023 has brought technology trends to travel that surprised, enlightened and perhaps even terrified us, but we know that with great upheaval comes great change. Read More
Google: Asia Pacific leads in travel resurgence
News / Online
Google: Asia Pacific leads in travel resurgence
By Arvindh Yuvaraj – Web in Travel | October 16, 2023
Recent search interest in APAC is not only above 2019 levels but shows consistent growth in both international and domestic travel, according to Google's Hermione Joye, who spoke at WiT Singapore 2023. Read More
Skyscanner unveils ChatGPT discovery tool
News / Technology
Skyscanner unveils ChatGPT discovery tool
By Linda Fox | October 13, 2023
The solution, which is powered by ChatGPT, is initially launching in beta across Australia, India and Singapore to gauge traveler behavior when using AI for trip planning. Read More
Paris bedbugs: Does tech offer the solution to save travel?
News / Technology
Paris bedbugs: Does tech offer the solution to save travel?
By Morgan Hines | October 13, 2023
Here’s how travel tech companies like Valpas and Spotta are working toward stopping bedbug mania in hotels. Read More
Assessing AI opportunities through the corporate travel lens
News / Technology
Assessing AI opportunities through the corporate travel lens
By Linda Fox | October 12, 2023
Technology experts discuss the potential gains and risks of artificial intelligence in the corporate travel world. Read More
From chatbot to top slot – effective use of AI in hospitality
Opinion / Technology
From chatbot to top slot – effective use of AI in hospitality
By Richard Valtr – Mews | October 10, 2023
Hospitality needs to look past cost cutting to discover the ultimate value in artificial intelligence, bringing together dependable but inspiring service with optimized operations. Read More