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Lyft adds Gett's UK business to portfolio
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Lyft adds Gett's UK business to portfolio
By Linda Fox | April 24, 2026
The acquisition enables Lyft to offer a range of ground transport options from black cabs to bikes and chauffeur services in London. Read More
PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Virgin Atlantic, GetYourGuide, ATPCO and more...
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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
Tripadvisor, Viator expand AI partnerships with Claude, Alexa+
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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
How the 2026 Middle East conflict is reshaping travel demand
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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
EDreams introduces AI planner, ChatGPT app
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EDreams introduces AI planner, ChatGPT app
By Morgan Hines | April 22, 2026
EDreams joins the string of travel brands with ChatGPT apps, including Expedia, Booking.com, Accor and more. Read More
Veeve boosts rental portfolio with 200 Onefinestay homes
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Veeve boosts rental portfolio with 200 Onefinestay homes
By Linda Fox | April 22, 2026
Veeve, which is part of UnderTheDoormat Group, is expecting additional revenues of approximately £2.3 million a year through the portfolio growth.   Read More
Intrepid Travel acquires Altaï Group to grow in France and the Americas
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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
South Africa’s tourism reset: Infrastructure, fintech, regional strength set stage for growth
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South Africa’s tourism reset: Infrastructure, fintech, regional strength set stage for growth
By Phocuswright Research | April 21, 2026
The market is one of contrasts: digital momentum and rising demand paired with ongoing infrastructure, cost and safety challenges. Read More
What it takes to make AI work at scale in travel
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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
SAA’s Tebogo Tsimane: On survival, looking east and fixing tech in small steps
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SAA’s Tebogo Tsimane: On survival, looking east and fixing tech in small steps
By WIT | April 21, 2026
South African Airways’ chief commercial officer discusses the Middle East crisis, rebuilding from business rescue and why open skies in Africa requires cheaper fares. Read More
Fliggy launches FlyAI developer platform for AI-powered travel applications
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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
Hyatt opens up ChatGPT to employees
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Hyatt opens up ChatGPT to employees
By Linda Fox | April 20, 2026
Employees across finance, marketing and operations can access the artificial intelligence (AI) platform's capabilities to improve the customer experience. Read More
An alternative roadmap to address overtourism
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An alternative roadmap to address overtourism
By Noam Toister - Travelier | April 20, 2026
As Earth Day approaches, Noam Toister, founder of Travelier, argues that digitizing ground and sea transport is key to enabling dispersal and easing overtourism. Read More
Expedia Group shutters Lastminute.com.au booking site
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Expedia Group shutters Lastminute.com.au booking site
By Morgan Hines | April 17, 2026
Bookings can be made through May 15 and the site will close down on June 2, according to the company. Read More
PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Omio, Mews, Spotnana and more...
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PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Omio, Mews, Spotnana and more...
By PhocusWire | April 17, 2026
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More
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