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What does ‘AI-native’ really mean in travel?
By Morgan Hines
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March 18, 2026
Travel companies are shifting to an "AI-native" model—what that means for legacy brands and startups varies.
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Google Maps adds Gemini-powered conversational interface
By Abby Crotty
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March 13, 2026
The company also revamped the visual and functional aspects of Google Maps via its Immersive Navigation update.
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Hilton rolls out AI trip-planning tool
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March 10, 2026
Hilton launched a beta version of the tool to a small group of users on Hilton.com.
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Is Gen Z really disloyal?
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March 10, 2026
In its latest research, Phocuswright reveals that Gen Z loves loyalty programs, just not the way you think.
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OpenAI’s shift shows travel is too complex for quick-fix distribution
By Morgan Hines
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March 10, 2026
According to a report from The Information, OpenAI has moved purchasing to ChatGPT apps.
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: HBX Group, Google, GetYourGuide and more...
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March 6, 2026
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.
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APAC travel trends pt. 2: AI, loyalty ecosystems and the experiences boom
By Abby Crotty
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March 5, 2026
The second part of our APAC travel trend series focuses on loyalty, experiences and technology's role in the "digital-first" region.
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Lighthouse introduces ChatGPT app for direct hotel booking
By Morgan Hines
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March 4, 2026
Powered by Connect AI from Lighthouse, The Hotels Network app in ChatGPT is open to hotels across the world.
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Lonely Planet launches travel app to expand digital platform strategy
By Cathy Walsh
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March 4, 2026
The travel app combines guidebook expertise with interactive maps, local tips and trip-building tools.
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APAC travel trends pt. 1: Traveler behavior, growing markets and what's coming next
By Abby Crotty
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March 4, 2026
In part one of a two-part feature, PhocusWire takes a deep dive into the current travel trends defining APAC and what the landscape may look like moving forward.
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: RMS, Klook, Lufthansa and more...
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February 27, 2026
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.
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Skyscanner launches flights app in ChatGPT
By Morgan Hines
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February 27, 2026
Skyscanner joins Hyatt, Accor, MakeMyTrip, Expedia, Booking.com and others in launching its ChatGPT app.
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Canada’s travel advisor market holds steady as costs rise and tech evolves
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February 23, 2026
Phocuswright Research's latest report offers a comprehensive look at Canada's travel advisor landscape.
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: HomeToGo, Hospitable, BCD Travel and more...
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February 20, 2026
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.
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India-based MakeMyTrip, Ixigo working with OpenAI to expand AI capabilities
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February 18, 2026
The travel companies are working with the U.S. AI giant to advance trip planning and AI capabilities across their platforms.
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