Expedia and IHG Lay Out Their Next Steps with AI
You may travel a lot with the kids, but AI should be smart enough to know when you want to leave them at home.
Adriana Lee is Skift’s travel technology and AI reporter. She has been covering technology for nearly 20 years, from consumer to enterprise. For confidential tips or leads, reach her on Signal at adriana.133
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