United Backs Voice AI Firm AiOla With $25M Investment
Voice AI startup AiOla has secured $25 million in new funding, with a strategic investment from United Airlines Ventures (UAV)… Read More »
AI Adoption in European Hotels Stalls Amid Barriers
While interest in artificial intelligence is growing among European hotels, actual adoption remains limited and uneven. A recent survey by… Read More »
AI, eSIMs, Cruise Tech Lead Travel Innovation Wave
Mindtrip has teamed up with New Orleans & Company to bring AI-powered, personalized itineraries to the destination’s official website. With… Read More »
COMO Hotels Eyes Unique European Growth
COMO Hotels & Resorts is setting its sights on expanding its European footprint by targeting destinations that larger hospitality brands… Read More »
AI in Travel Grows, but Human Touch Still Matters, Study Finds
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the travel industry, streamlining everything from trip planning and flight booking to personalized recommendations and… Read More »
Star of the Seas Joins Royal Caribbean, Sets August Debut
Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Star of the Seas, has officially joined the fleet following its delivery from the Meyer Turku… Read More »
Oceania Allura Delivered as Cruise Line Expands Fleet Plans
Oceania Cruises has officially taken delivery of its newest ship, Oceania Allura, marking a significant milestone in the cruise line’s… Read More »
Airalo Becomes Unicorn After $220M Funding Boost
Global travel eSIM provider Airalo has secured $220 million in a major funding round, led by CVC, which contributed $185… Read More »
IndiGo Ventures Closes $52M Fund, Eyes Aviation Startups
IndiGo Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of India’s largest airline IndiGo, has successfully closed its inaugural fund at $52… Read More »
Vietnam Tops Emirates’ Most Popular Summer 2025 Destinations
Emirates has revealed its top global travel destinations for summer 2025, with Vietnam taking the lead as the airline’s most… Read More »
Hurtigruten Expeditions Foundation Awards $260K in Global Conservation Grants
The HX Foundation, the charitable division of HX Expeditions, has awarded more than $260,000 in grants to support global initiatives… Read More »
Windstar Strengthens Fleet Ops Ahead of New Ship Launches
Windstar Cruises has announced key changes to its Fleet Operations leadership team as the line continues to prioritize innovation, sustainability,… Read More »
Ben Trodd Named CEO of Four Seasons Yachts Venture
Four Seasons and Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd., joint owners and operators of the upcoming Four Seasons Yachts, have appointed luxury… Read More »
This Cruise Line Cancels 41 Sailings—What to Know
Cruise travelers are being urged to double-check their upcoming itineraries after a major cruise line canceled 41 scheduled sailings. The… Read More »
AJet, Turkish Airlines Deal Aims to Boost Tourism to Northern Cyprus
Tourism to Northern Cyprus is set to grow following a new agreement signed on July 7, 2025, between Turkish Airlines,… Read More »
Emerald Cruises Opens Bookings for 2027-2028 Yacht Season
Emerald Cruises has officially opened bookings for its 2027-2028 yacht cruising season, unveiling a diverse collection of 170 departures across… Read More »
Sabre Finalizes $1.1B Sale of Hospitality Unit to TPG
Sabre Corporation has officially closed the $1.1 billion sale of its hospitality solutions business to asset management firm TPG. The… Read More »
15below Buys Airport AI to Boost Passenger Communication Tech
U.K.-based 15below, a leader in automated passenger communications for airlines, has acquired Airport AI, a conversational AI platform serving airports,… Read More »
Spacest.com Acquires Homelike to Expand Rental Reach in Europe
Homelike, the corporate rental platform that shut down earlier this year, has been acquired by Italy-based Roomless Srl, the company… Read More »
Ryanair’s Michael Cawley on AI, Tech Investment Strategy
Ryanair’s approach to artificial intelligence mirrors its long-standing commitment to cost efficiency and strategic discipline. According to Michael Cawley, the… Read More »
Star Clippers Promotes Cyndi Denman to Director of Sales
Star Clippers has announced the promotion of longtime team member Cyndi Denman to the newly created position of Director of… Read More »
Norwegian Cancels 2026 Cruises in Major Ship Swap
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced a significant schedule shake-up for its 2026 season, canceling more than four months of sailings… Read More »
Missing Alaska Cruise Passenger Found Dead After Hike
The body of a 62-year-old woman who went missing during an Alaska cruise has been recovered, days after she failed… Read More »
Atlas Ocean Voyages Names Sales EVP to Drive Growth
Atlas Ocean Voyages has appointed Kristian C. Anderson as Executive Vice President of Global Sales, reinforcing its commitment to a… Read More »
How Europe’s Travelers Use AI and Reviews to Book Trips
Across Europe, travelers are increasingly blending artificial intelligence with online reviews to shape their booking decisions. AI-powered platforms help filter… Read More »
Ritz-Carlton’s Luminara Begins Inaugural Mediterranean Cruise
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s newest luxury yacht, Luminara, has officially launched, embarking on its maiden voyage from Monte Carlo to… Read More »