OpenAI scales back in-ChatGPT shopping plans - The shift suggests AI assistants may guide hotel bookings rather than complete transactions.

Mar 5, 2026 • Hospitality

Airbnb adds hotels to its “entire trip” strategy - The platform is positioning itself as a one-stop travel marketplace — including hotels, experiences, and transportation.

Mar 5, 2026 • Hospitality

Why GDS remains the backbone of corporate travel in 2026 - Sabre’s strategy highlights how managed travel programs still depend on global distribution systems.

Mar 5, 2026 • Hospitality

Corporate travel policies tighten and reshape how companies book hotels - Stricter rules, AI tools, and compliance frameworks influence corporate hotel demand.

Mar 5, 2026 • Travel

Trip.com co-founders step down as antitrust probe begins - Leadership transition coincides with growing regulatory scrutiny of China’s largest online travel agency.

Mar 5, 2026 • Hospitality

Booking.com scam targets hotel guest messages - Compromised hotel accounts are being used to send fraudulent payment requests through trusted booking communications.

Mar 5, 2026 • Hospitality