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The trust economy: How European travelers decide who to believe

By Phocuswright Research | September 10, 2026

European travelers aren't rejecting technology; they're getting selective about who earns their trust. Read More

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AI isn’t just for research anymore: What European travelers are actually doing with it

By Phocuswright Research | September 1, 2026

European travelers are using AI well beyond simple search, and data shows just how far it's spread across the trip journey. Read More

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Why one European digital identity playbook won't work for three markets

By Phocuswright Research | August 25, 2026

The EU Digital Identity Wallet is gaining ground across Europe but not for the reasons its backers might expect. Read More

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Why the ANZ travel market is contracting in 2026 (and what recovers by 2029)

By Phocuswright Research | August 18, 2026

Phocuswright's Australia-New Zealand Travel Market Brief 2026 breaks down what's driving the downturn and when the market is expected to recover. Read More

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STRs enter a new phase of scrutiny and structural growth

By Phocuswright Research | August 11, 2026

Short-term rental gross bookings hit $219.9 billion in 2025, with growth split by region. Read More

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How hoteliers can adapt to survive the AI discovery shift

By Morgan Hines | July 29, 2026

As travelers swap traditional search for generative engines, hospitality brands must restructure data layers and content. Read More

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AI hits its stride: 5 takeaways for travel leaders

By Phocuswright Research | July 28, 2026

More than half of U.S. travelers have now used AI to plan, book or navigate a trip, and expectations are climbing just as fast. Read More

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13% is the number that explains why OTAs need hotels to keep working

By Phocuswright Research | July 23, 2026

This report is part of the U.S. Travel Market Report 2026 series, which includes matching essentials on airlines, hotels, car rental, cruise and packaged travel. Read More

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Research suggests tours are the most prepared for AI search

By Abby Crotty | July 21, 2026

An audit performed by Obvlo found that only 23 out of 100 travel brands were AI ready. Read More

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A market rewired: 10 structural shifts redefining APAC travel

By Phocuswright Research | July 14, 2026

Travel in APAC is shifting—and it's no longer focused on one direction. Read More

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European travelers are changing the rules

By Phocuswright Research | July 7, 2026

Phocuswright's Europe Consumer Travel Report 2026 breaks down exactly where markets are pulling apart. Read More

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U.S. Hotel and Lodging 2026: Slow growth, a stable split and AI waiting at the door

By Phocuswright Research | June 30, 2026

The 2026 outlook is cautiously optimistic for the hotel sector. Read More

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Business travel buyers look to AI for help managing disruption

By Cathy Walsh | June 23, 2026

Separate surveys from Business Travel Show Europe and TravelTech Show highlight growing investment in artificial intelligence as travel companies look to manage disruption, improve traveler experiences... Read More