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  • 60% of travelers still prefer human trip planning over AI, new Civitatis survey finds

    Despite the rapid rise of generative AI tools in travel planning, 60% of travelers still prefer human-curated recommendations and verified information, according to a survey of more than 7,000 users conducted by Civitatis, a leading global marketplace for guided tours and excursions in Spanish and Portuguese.

    Published: Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:08:25 +0000
  • Propellic named headline sponsor of Travel Marketing AI Summit 2026

    Propellic, the leading AI-focused travel marketing and advertising agency, has been announced as the headline sponsor of the Travel Marketing AI Summit 2026, taking place March 24 in New York City. This premier event brings together senior leaders at the intersection of travel, marketing, and artificial intelligence to explore how AI is transforming the traveler journey; from discovery to loyalty. As the sole travel marketing & advertising agency on the roster, Propellic will bring its expertise in travel marketing across AI visibility optimization (GEO), performance marketing, SEO, data, and analytics to the event.

    Published: Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:18:06 +0000
  • Lonely Planet Unveils New App and Bookable Experiences as it Evolves to a Digital-First Platform

    Lonely Planet has announced a new app alongside the launch of bookable travel experiences – marking its most significant evolution yet from trusted guidebooks to a connected travel platform.

    Published: Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:08:38 +0000
  • The End of Booking Engine Fees: Tambourine Redefines Hotel Profitability

    Tambourine, the global leader in hotel marketing technology, today announced a strategic shift in hotel profitability with the recent launch of Tambourine One. Designed to help hotels and resorts drive more direct bookings, Tambourine One creates a faster, more intuitive booking experience while eliminating fees that have long burdened hoteliers.

    Published: Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:06:38 +0000
  • Consumers Trust AI to Plan Travel More than Any Other Task

    Consumers say they trust generative AI to plan travel more than they trust the technology to assist with other common tasks. This finding comes from a survey of more than 1,000 consumers by travel publisher Matador Network, which operates the GuideGeek AI platform for travel.

    Published: Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:03:16 +0000
  • JAPOW, Power & The Next 20 Years: WiT Japan Returns To Tokyo Amid Record Inbound Boom

    As Japan rides an unprecedented inbound tourism wave powered by the global obsession with its legendary powder snow – or β€œJAPOW” – travel industry leaders will gather in Tokyo to examine what this moment means for the next 20 years of travel.

    Published: Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:21:18 +0000
  • OneReg becomes a female majority aviation tech company the week of International Women’s Day

    OneReg, the next generation aviation compliance platform transforming how airports and airlines manage safety and regulatory oversight, has reached a rare milestone for aviation technology: the company is now officially a female majority organisation, with women representing 60% of its global workforce.

    Published: Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:18:13 +0000
  • HBX Group signs strategic partnership with Outpayce from Amadeus

    The deal is designed to accelerate the development of its fintech capabilities and transform how travel buyers and sellers manage digital payments

    Published: Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:40:59 +0000
  • Visit Hungary expands Amadeus partnership

    Visit Hungary has expanded its relationship with Amadeus to incorporate travel agencies into its targeted digital campaigns

    Published: Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:39:58 +0000
  • Trip.com Group Reinforces AI Innovation and European Collaboration at ITB Berlin

    Trip.com Group concluded its participation at ITB Berlin with strong demonstrations of its leadership in travel technology, artificial intelligence and strategic partnerships across Europe. At a series of panel discussions, the company shared insights into how innovation and data are reshaping traveller behaviour and partner opportunities, underscoring its commitment to powering the full travel journey from trip planning to in-trip support and beyond.

    Published: Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:31:29 +0000