Travel Booking

News / Distribution

Hilton adds Yotel to portfolio with franchise deal

By Linda Fox | March 19, 2026

YOTEL will continue to license and manage its brand but have access to Hilton's distribution and technology platforms and Honors loyalty program. Read More

News / Technology

Aven Hospitality, Hovr partner to integrate video technology

By Morgan Hines | March 19, 2026

Aven Hospitalty will add Hovr's dynamic video technology to its booking engine to give hoteliers the ability to adopt a video strategy. Read More

Interview / Startups

Startup Stage: Go With Rosie aims to simplify family trip planning

By Abby Crotty | March 19, 2026

The startup just launched this year, offering a free travel tool for families. Read More

News / Startups

APAC startup funding tightens as market matures

By Morgan Hines | March 19, 2026

APAC is undergoing structural shifts in travel startup funding and innovation. Read More

News / Technology

Winning in attractions: Innovation, personalization and the travel experience economy

By WIT | March 18, 2026

Trip.com Group is leveraging technology to grow its travel experiences business. Read More

News / Technology

What does ‘AI-native’ really mean in travel?

By Morgan Hines | March 18, 2026

Travel companies are shifting to an "AI-native" model—what that means for legacy brands and startups varies. Read More

News / Technology

Capital One launches standalone travel app, brings tech in-house

By Cathy Walsh | March 17, 2026

The mobile app enables cardholders to redeem rewards, book travel and receive real-time trip updates in one place. Read More

News / Online

MakeMyTrip ponders IPO in India

By Linda Fox | March 17, 2026

The OTA said a listing could unlock additional capital for growth and strengthen its position in the country. Read More

News / Technology

Two operational priorities that define AI success

By Phocuswright Research | March 17, 2026

Travel leaders need to prioritize evaluation and data to use artificial intelligence successfully. Read More

News / Distribution

MCP vs. NDC and other challenges facing airline distribution

By Linda Fox | March 17, 2026

Airline, intermediary and travel technology executives shared thoughts on NDC, evolution with orders and the impact of AI at UATP's Airline Distribution 2026 conference. Read More

News / Technology

Is stablecoin the answer to travel payment inefficiency?

By Linda Fox | March 16, 2026

Payment specialists at the Airline Distribution 2026 event highlighted areas where stablecoin can save costs and help the travel industry evolve. Read More

News / Technology

AI's potential to drive digitalization in tours and activities

By Linda Fox | March 16, 2026

During a session at ITB Berlin, executives from Civitatis, Expedia Group and Nezasa discussed where AI could have the most impact on tours and activities. Read More