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News / Finance

Airbnb targets guest-centric ecosystem as Q1 revenue rises 18% YoY

By Cathy Walsh | May 7, 2026

The company pointed to momentum from flexible payments, localization and hotels as it builds a more personalized platform. Read More

News / Technology

MSC Cruises adds AI concierge to mobile app

By Cathy Walsh | May 7, 2026

The tool, available in more than 90 languages, can answer guest questions and handle tasks such as restaurant reservations, spa bookings and shore excursions. Read More

News / Online

Tripadvisor posts Q1 revenue and EBITDA declines

By Linda Fox | May 7, 2026

The company said it incurred Q1 restructuring costs of $3.3M. Read More

News / Finance

Journey acquires experiences platform Epicurate

By Cathy Walsh | May 6, 2026

The deal adds dining, wellness and other services to Journey’s loyalty platform for independent hotels and short-term rentals. Read More

News / Online

Travel by B Corp launches citizen science toolkit for travel companies

By Cathy Walsh | April 29, 2026

Developed with Nova School of Business and Economics, the guide outlines how travel brands can structure guest participation in scientific research. Read More

News / Technology

PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Virgin Atlantic, GetYourGuide, ATPCO and more...

By PhocusWire | April 24, 2026

Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More

News / Technology

Tripadvisor, Viator expand AI partnerships with Claude, Alexa+

By Morgan Hines | April 23, 2026

Tripadvisor and Viator are expanding their AI efforts to support travel planning in Claude and Alexa+. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

How the 2026 Middle East conflict is reshaping travel demand

By John Matson, Propellic | April 23, 2026

Find out how search data can help travel sellers know what to do next. Read More

News / Online

Intrepid Travel acquires Altaï Group to grow in France and the Americas

By Cathy Walsh | April 21, 2026

The deal expands the company’s reach in Western Europe and strengthens operations in Canada and Chile. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

What it takes to make AI work at scale in travel

By Gaëlle Bristiel, Amadeus | April 21, 2026

As AI reaches an inflection point in travel, success will depend on reliable execution, neutral orchestration and systems built to operate accurately at scale. Read More

News / Technology

Fliggy launches FlyAI developer platform for AI-powered travel applications

By Cathy Walsh | April 20, 2026

The platform gives developers access to live travel data and a way to earn commissions from AI-driven bookings. Read More

News / Online

The Hosteller raises $16M to expand hostel network, build travel super app

By Cathy Walsh | April 16, 2026

The India-based hostel brand plans rapid expansion as demand for social, experience-led stays grows. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

Agentic commerce in travel: Preparing for the industry’s next big shift

By Michelle Bruno | April 14, 2026

The report provides a look at how agentic AI is reshaping travel commerce and what travel merchants must do to prepare for the next phase of AI-driven discovery, booking and payment. Read More

News / Technology

Envisioning travel in 2046: Industry leaders map the future

By PhocusWire | April 13, 2026

A joint report from Phocuswright and ITB Berlin shares insights on the future of travel and tourism based the inaugural Leadership Exchange event held at ITB Berlin 2026. Read More