Barry Diller Says AI Is Ending Google’s Search Monopoly
As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly reshapes the travel landscape, Barry Diller, chairman and senior executive of IAC and Expedia Group,… Read More »
Are We in an AI Bubble? Parallels With the 1929 Crash and the Dot-Com Boom Bust
Are We in an AI Bubble? The U.S. stock market is at record highs, and artificial intelligence (AI) has become… Read More »
Google Prepares AI Mode for Hotel and Flight Bookings
Google is expanding its new agentic booking capabilities, confirming it is developing AI-powered hotel and flight reservations within AI Mode…. Read More »
Technology, AI and the Passenger Experience in Air Travel
When it comes to air travel, technology is no longer just about making flashy apps or faster booking systems—it’s about… Read More »
Apple Unveils New Digital ID Feature for U.S. Travelers
Apple is introducing a new digital ID feature that allows users to create an identity card in Apple Wallet using… Read More »
AI Speeds Up Flight Rebooking as Shutdown Disruptions Grow
Artificial intelligence is transforming how airlines manage flight disruptions, a trend that has become increasingly visible during the ongoing U.S…. Read More »
Vrbo Launches ‘VrboCare’ to Enhance Traveler Booking Protection
Vacation rental platform Vrbo has introduced VrboCare, a new suite of traveler protection policies designed to provide greater confidence and… Read More »
Oceania Allura Debuts Immersive New Digital Art Experience
Oceania Cruises is introducing a new digital art experience aboard Oceania Allura, showcasing nearly 30 works from 14 artists across… Read More »
Power Bank Explosion Sets Passenger on Fire at Melbourne Airport Lounge
Travelers at Australia’s Melbourne International Airport were forced to evacuate after a man caught fire in the Qantas Airways business… Read More »
Airbnb Expands Beyond Stays as Experiences Surge
Airbnb’s expansion into experiences and services is paying off, with nearly half of all experiences booked in Q3 2025 made… Read More »
AI-Native Startups Are Redefining Travel Innovation
After two years of shrinking venture funding, 2025 remains a difficult environment for travel startups. Yet amid tighter capital, artificial… Read More »
Taiwan Airlines Ban Earbuds and Chargers in Checked Bags
Several Taiwanese airlines have implemented new safety regulations prohibiting passengers from placing Bluetooth earbuds and their charging cases in checked… Read More »
United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency U-Turn After Passenger’s Laptop Falls Into Cargo Hold
A United Airlines flight from Washington Dulles to Rome was forced to make an unexpected mid-flight U-turn on October 15,… Read More »
Banks Gain Ground in Loyalty Battle Against U.S. Airlines
Banks and airlines are locked in a growing competition for consumer loyalty — and financial institutions currently appear to have… Read More »
United Airlines Expands Starlink Wi-Fi to Mainline Boeing 737 Fleet
United Airlines has begun rolling out SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed satellite internet across its mainline fleet, marking a major step forward… Read More »
Older Travelers Embrace Digital Tools and Community Experiences
A growing number of older travelers are embracing digital tools and community-based travel experiences, signaling a major shift in how… Read More »
American Airlines Trials AI Trip Planner for Smarter Bookings
American Airlines is testing a new artificial intelligence-powered booking tool designed to help travelers search for flights based on experiences… Read More »
Emirates Bans Power Banks on All Flights
Emirates has introduced strict new safety rules banning the use of portable power banks on all its flights starting October… Read More »
Can You Trust AI for Accurate Travel Advice?
Orit Ofri thought she could trust AI to give her travel advice for a recent trip to Paris. And why… Read More »
AI-Powered Cyberattacks Target Global Hotels
Hotels worldwide are facing a growing cybersecurity threat as hackers deploy artificial intelligence (AI) to steal guest payment information. Kaspersky’s… Read More »
How AI and Machine Learning Are Boosting Aviation Safety and Efficiency
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are rapidly transforming the aviation sector, delivering measurable improvements in security, operations and… Read More »
How Scammers Exploit Password Variations and How to Stay Safe
Cybercriminals increasingly target people who reuse or slightly modify their passwords across multiple accounts. A common tactic, known as “credential… Read More »