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Trivago files antitrust suit against Google
By Morgan Hines
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May 6, 2026
The company has raised concerns about Google’s use of its dominance in search to direct travelers away from other metasearch platforms.
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Booking Holdings’ play to keep travelers in ecosystem with AI
By Morgan Hines
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April 28, 2026
The company shared strong Q1 results, AI updates and its outlook on the conflict in the Middle East.
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Navan turns cash flow positive, talks up AI
By Linda Fox
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March 26, 2026
The company says it is displacing legacy players through its user experience, cost savings and AI.
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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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Investor challenges Booking Holdings’ balance sheet, buyback strategy
By Cathy Walsh
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March 9, 2026
CMF Capital sent a letter to the company’s board of directors detailing concerns about the OTA's position following its Q4 2025 earnings release.
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Amadeus sees revenue and profit growth in 2025
By Linda Fox
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February 27, 2026
Revenue for the air IT solutions business increased 6.4% to €2.3 billion in 2025 while the hospitality solutions business saw revenue increase 6% to €1 billion.
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OTAs' marketing spend exceeded $20B in 2025
By Linda Fox
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February 27, 2026
Marketing investment from the largest online travel players rose again last year.
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Trip.com Group sees growth from inbound travel to China
By Linda Fox
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February 26, 2026
The company increased net revenue in Q4 2025 by 21% to $2.2 billion, attributed to travel demand. For the full year, net revenue increased to almost $9 billion.
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Wyndham working across AI platforms to drive direct bookings
By Linda Fox
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February 20, 2026
Wyndham's CEO Geoffrey Ballotti discussed how the company's AI initiatives will help customers find its properties, boost the guest experience and increase direct bookings.
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Booking Holdings sees 20% rise in travelers booking multiple trip components
By Morgan Hines
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February 18, 2026
The company also saw continued growth in both the U.S. and Asia in Q4 2025.
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Sabre shuffles leadership team for 'AI-native' future
By Linda Fox
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February 18, 2026
Sabre does not see AI agents disintermediating its marketplace and believes it is well-placed as a transactional layer for AI platforms.
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Tripadvisor investor calls for management overhaul
By Linda Fox
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February 18, 2026
Starboard said it has provided feedback on Tripadvisor's strategy and AI initiatives but believes the "status quo pace of change is unacceptable."
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IHG plans AI-compatible hotel content platform
By Linda Fox
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February 17, 2026
IHG, whose brands include Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza, is grouping AI into three areas: guest acquisition, commercial optimization and cost efficiency.
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Earnings roundup: Yatra, TUI Group, HomeToGo, Grab
By Linda Fox
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February 13, 2026
Check out highlights from the latest financial updates from companies across the global travel industry.
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Airbnb confirms hotels expansion plans amid 'strong' early momentum
By Morgan Hines
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February 12, 2026
Airbnb reported solid Q4 and full-year results and shared updates on its progress in the hotel vertical.
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