Artificial Intelligence

PhocusWire’s in-depth coverage of generative AI including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity and other solutions and how they are being used across the travel industry.

Gen AI is transforming the travel industry by enabling new levels of automation, personalization and decision-making. From AI-powered chat interfaces to dynamic content creation and predictive analytics, PhocusWire explores the growing influence of generative and agentic AI in travel—and what it means for suppliers, intermediaries, and travelers alike.

How AI tools are reshaping travel and tourism operations

Our coverage tracks how travel companies are implementing AI across customer service, marketing, product development, and internal workflows. Whether it's conversational commerce, itinerary generation, or fraud detection, generative AI is unlocking new operational efficiencies and guest experiences throughout the industry.

 

Travel Marketing AI Summit London
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Travel Marketing AI Summit London
September 8, 2026
Phocuswright's Travel Marketing AI summit comes to London, September 8. Register Now
Business travel buyers look to AI for help managing disruption
News / Technology
Business travel buyers look to AI for help managing disruption
By Cathy Walsh | June 23, 2026
Separate surveys from Business Travel Show Europe and TravelTech Show highlight growing investment in artificial intelligence as travel companies look to manage disruption, improve traveler experiences... Read More
OTAs lead, AI rises and travelers research less: New findings from three key European markets
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OTAs lead, AI rises and travelers research less: New findings from three key European markets
By Phocuswright Research | June 23, 2026
How Europe’s travelers are planning differently in 2026. Read More
Supercharging travel: 10 Trends that will shape the industry over the next decade
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Supercharging travel: 10 Trends that will shape the industry over the next decade
By Matthew Parsons | June 22, 2026
Download the PhocusWire and RateHawk report on the trends, technologies and industry shifts set to shape travel professionals over the next decade. Read More
How an AI-powered ecosystem is preparing hospitality for what comes next
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How an AI-powered ecosystem is preparing hospitality for what comes next
By Peter Waters, Amadeus | June 22, 2026
Amadeus explores how AI-driven hospitality ecosystems can connect data, systems and teams to personalize service and improve hotel performance. Read More
Startup Stage: HostProfit.ai targets STR intelligence layer
Interview / Startups
Startup Stage: HostProfit.ai targets STR intelligence layer
By Cathy Walsh | June 22, 2026
The startup combines pricing, listing analysis, distribution and AI visibility insights to help portfolio operators identify revenue opportunities. Read More
Cutting through the AI noise: Hospitality's next era
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Cutting through the AI noise: Hospitality's next era
By Morgan Hines | June 22, 2026
Stakeholders from Aimbridge Hospitality, In2 Consulting, Wyndham and Another Star shared their thoughts on the AI era at HITEC 2026 Read More
Booking.com's James Waters on the human psyche, AI and shiny things
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Booking.com's James Waters on the human psyche, AI and shiny things
By Linda Fox | June 18, 2026
James Waters, chief business officer of Booking.com, spoke about the ways AI is impacting the travel industry and human behavior during an interview at Phocuswright Europe 2026. Read More
PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Headlines from HITEC 2026
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PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Headlines from HITEC 2026
By PhocusWire | June 18, 2026
All the people, partner and product news from HITEC 2026. Read More
Meet the winners of the 2026 Global Startup Pitch
News / Startups
Meet the winners of the 2026 Global Startup Pitch
By PhocusWire | June 17, 2026
The eight travel tech startups will travel to WiT Singapore this fall, where they will compete for audience-voted People's Choice honors and a chance to present at The Phocuswright Conference in... Read More
Bonafide, Visiting Media team up to improve hotel AI visibility
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Bonafide, Visiting Media team up to improve hotel AI visibility
By Cathy Walsh | June 17, 2026
The companies said the partnership combines content management and AI optimization tools to help hotels improve how they are represented in generative AI platforms. Read More
Document compliance has a timing problem, and it's costing airlines millions
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Document compliance has a timing problem, and it's costing airlines millions
By Jason Spencer, ICTS Europe Systems | June 17, 2026
Airlines can reduce fines, gate disruption and passenger friction by moving document verification earlier in the check-in journey. Read More
The new rules of travel discovery in the age of AI
Interview / Online
The new rules of travel discovery in the age of AI
By Cathy Walsh | June 17, 2026
During an interview at Phocuswright Europe, John Matson of Propellic and Carlo del Mistro of Stiplo explored how generative AI is reshaping travel discovery, brand visibility and competitive dynamics... Read More
Besty AI closes $3.75M seed round
News / Finance
Besty AI closes $3.75M seed round
By Cathy Walsh | June 16, 2026
Besty AI is betting that automation can transform short-term rental operations, with plans to expand its platform and grow its enterprise customer base. Read More
Combining travel and tradition: Trip.Biz forging a new path for TMCs
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Combining travel and tradition: Trip.Biz forging a new path for TMCs
By Mark Frary | June 16, 2026
Trip.Biz CEO Dr. Tao Song discusses how technology, AI and high-touch service are reshaping TMCs as business travel demands evolve. Read More
The Phocuswright Conference 2026