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Hilton to bring app to more AI platforms
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Hilton to bring app to more AI platforms
By Linda Fox | April 29, 2026
Hilton unveiled an Anthropic-powered AI trip planner in March.... Read More
The short-term rental platforms rolling out alternative business models
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The short-term rental platforms rolling out alternative business models
By Matthew Parsons | April 28, 2026
Short-term rental platforms are reviving subscription models as hosts seek lower distribution costs... Read More
Airlines face hurdles in adopting Amazon-style retailing
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Airlines face hurdles in adopting Amazon-style retailing
By Mark Frary | April 15, 2026
An Accelya report points to Amazon as a model for airline retailing, as industry voices highlight slow... Read More
Why OTA share of experiences is so low
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Why OTA share of experiences is so low
By Douglas Quinby - Arival | April 10, 2026
Douglas Quinby, the co-founder and CEO of Arival, shares some truth about sizing the global travel... Read More
TPConnects adds MCP layer to Iris content platform
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TPConnects adds MCP layer to Iris content platform
By Michael B. Baker | April 8, 2026
With its MCP layer, airline content can be turned into machine-readable protocol that is easy for... Read More
Lake.com introduces subscription model for hosts, property managers
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Lake.com introduces subscription model for hosts, property managers
By Cathy Walsh | April 6, 2026
Membership option offers a commission-free alternative as operators seek more control over... Read More
Uber acquires Blacklane to boost executive ride service
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Uber acquires Blacklane to boost executive ride service
By Linda Fox | March 30, 2026
Uber said the acquisition is part of its strategy to expand luxury and executive travel.... Read More
Travelport shareholders inject $50M to boost AI development
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Travelport shareholders inject $50M to boost AI development
By Linda Fox | March 26, 2026
Travelport laid out three strategic priorities going forward including expanding AI capabilities and... Read More
Independent hotel reliance on OTAs increased in 2025
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Independent hotel reliance on OTAs increased in 2025
By Linda Fox | March 25, 2026
A Cloudbeds report revealed an increase in the share of bookings for independent properties going to... Read More
Byway expands distribution through TUI retail partnership
Opinion / Distribution
Byway expands distribution through TUI retail partnership
By Cathy Walsh | March 24, 2026
The partnership reflects growing demand for non-flight options and brings overland travel to a broader... Read More
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