Google reportedly developing 'computer-using agent' AI system - Project Jarvis is designed to take control of a web browser to perform tasks for users, such as booking a flight.

Oct 29, 2024 • Travel

Airbnb hits back, blames hotels for Europe's overtourism - As protests erupt across southern Europe, Airbnb defends its role and accuses the hotel industry of driving overcrowding and housing shortages in tourist hotspots.

Jun 17, 2025 • Travel

The brandification of America's hospitality industry - Having a big loyalty program matters tremendously, and distribution costs are another factor.

Mar 2, 2023 • Hospitality

Booking.com is wait-and-see on generative AI - The company wants to avoid releasing technology before it is ready or has a real purpose.

Mar 7, 2023 • Hospitality

Don’t trust an AI chatbot with all your travel plans just yet - Makers of bots from ChatGPT and Bing are promising to change how we plan trips - here’s what they can and can’t do.

Mar 10, 2023 • Travel

China's outbound travel strengthens - Three-day Dragon Boat Festival holiday that concluded Saturday showed a noticeable revival in outbound travel.

Jun 27, 2023 • Travel

Airbnb to pay Italy €576m to settle tax dispute - The amount relates to money the company had failed to collect in income taxes owed by people who rented out properties on its platform.

Dec 14, 2023 • Hospitality

Ryanair hits out at Booking.com - The airline said several online travel agents suddenly removed its flights off their platforms without warning.

Jan 4, 2024 • Travel