AI in Travel

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the dominant topic of the future in travel, and we’re keeping a close eye on it at Skift.

Breakthrough generative AI technology was released publicly by OpenAI last November, and a number of big-name travel companies have already responded. Expedia, Kayak, and more — including multiple startups — have started releasing experimental technologies that could lead to transformations in the way users discover, plan, and book travel.

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Travel Technology

Kayak Says New AI Tool Reads an Airfare Screenshot to Find A Lower Price. We Tested It

A crazy twist in the world of travel and AI, here’s a tool that seems to actually work as intended.

Kayak Says New AI Tool Reads an Airfare Screenshot to Find A Lower Price. We Tested It

Travel Technology

We Tested New AI Trip Planners From Despegar and Kayak: Fewer Errors, Still Buggy

The industry is getting closer to the vision of the comprehensive digital travel agent, but it's still far away.

We Tested New AI Trip Planners From Despegar and Kayak: Fewer Errors, Still Buggy
smart_toy

Skift AI Travel Newsletter

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Online Travel

Tripadvisor’s Possible Sale

Today's podcast looks at who is behind the Tripadvisor sale, how safe India is for solo female travelers, and how AI could kill the Top 10 list.

Tripadvisor’s Possible Sale

Short-Term Rentals

What’s Next For Airbnb: AI, Co-Hosting, Experiences, and the ‘Heartland’

Airbnb has been talking about introducing non-core services for an extended period. It's an educated bet that some will trickle out this year.

What’s Next For Airbnb: AI, Co-Hosting, Experiences, and the ‘Heartland’

Travel Technology

Airbnb, Uber, Booking, Hilton: The Risks AI Poses on Business

Experts compare the current AI-based tech revolution to the birth of the internet. With that level of magnitude comes plenty of issues.

Airbnb, Uber, Booking, Hilton: The Risks AI Poses on Business

Hotels

Hyatt’s Annual Report: 5 Things We Learned

Hyatt's annual 10-K provides a handful of notable details, including the final prices it paid for Mr & Mrs Smith and for Dream Hotels.

Hyatt’s Annual Report: 5 Things We Learned

Tourism

Megatrends 2024: Artificial Intelligence, the Ozempic Era and Extreme Wellness

This week's podcast revolves around three Megatrends: AI's potential in the travel industry, extreme wellness in luxury travel, and the potential impact of weight-loss drugs.

Megatrends 2024: Artificial Intelligence, the Ozempic Era and Extreme Wellness

Airlines

Air Canada Ordered to Pay for Its Chatbot’s False Info

The AI that powers the latest chatbot craze is still in the experimental phase, but not everyone knows that. This example brings into question whether companies should be more cautious about experimenting with unreliable tech.

Air Canada Ordered to Pay for Its Chatbot’s False Info

Online Travel

Trivago’s AI-Powered Ad Campaign Gets Mixed Global Reaction

The new Trivago ads tend to be one-size fits all, except for languages, and may be too generic to be effective in some parts of the world. Trivago will likely scrap them or adapt them until they resonate.

Trivago’s AI-Powered Ad Campaign Gets Mixed Global Reaction

Startups

Heart Aerospace Raises $107 Million for Hybrid-Electric Airplane: Startup Funding Roundup

The jury is still out on whether either of these sectors will be able to carve a secure space in the industry.

Heart Aerospace Raises $107 Million for Hybrid-Electric Airplane: Startup Funding Roundup