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What it takes to make AI work at scale in travel
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As AI reaches an inflection point in travel, success will depend on reliable execution, neutral orchestration and systems built to operate accurately at scale.
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April 20, 2026
The platform gives developers access to live travel data and a way to earn commissions from AI-driven bookings.
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Hyatt opens up ChatGPT to employees
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April 20, 2026
Employees across finance, marketing and operations can access the artificial intelligence (AI) platform's capabilities to improve the customer experience.
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An alternative roadmap to address overtourism
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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.
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Expedia Group shutters Lastminute.com.au booking site
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April 17, 2026
Bookings can be made through May 15 and the site will close down on June 2, according to the company.
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Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.
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The Hosteller raises $16M to expand hostel network, build travel super app
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April 16, 2026
The India-based hostel brand plans rapid expansion as demand for social, experience-led stays grows.
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Hotels are learning that ease is the new amenity
By Francisco Pérez-Lozao Rüter, Amadeus Hospitality
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April 16, 2026
New Amadeus research shows how traveler expectations are shifting toward ease, personalization and wellbeing—and what that means for hotels investing in AI and guest experience.
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AI-powered airline pricing: Weathering Iran war volatility
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April 16, 2026
Industry stakeholders discuss how airline pricing models are holding up amid Middle East volatility.
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SiteMinder links hotel inventory to AI booking channels via MCP
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April 15, 2026
Platform updates connect supplier and intermediary channels to AI-powered booking environments.
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WiT Phocuswright Middle East moves to Barcelona
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April 15, 2026
WiT Phocuswright Middle East's move to Barcelona reflects the uncertainty in the region but also allows for broader discussion and a wider range of perspectives.
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Hoteliers feel pressure to transform as technology evolves
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April 15, 2026
In its “Travel Dreams 2026” report, Amadeus explores hoteliers’ challenges, investment areas and more.
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Airlines face hurdles in adopting Amazon-style retailing
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April 15, 2026
An Accelya report points to Amazon as a model for airline retailing, as industry voices highlight slow adoption and legacy challenges.
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Losing control, data privacy top concerns around AI travel booking
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April 14, 2026
Consumers are not yet comfortable with letting AI take over when it comes to booking travel, according to research.
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