Concur Founder Steve Singh and Firms Acquire Direct Travel
Steve Singh believes corporate travel is ready for new technology, and he believes the right company can displace the old ones.
The Prompt
Google Unveils New AI-Powered Travel Tools
Today's podcast looks at Google's new AI tools, the U.S. State Department's new approach to visa wait times, and Australia's new record number of Indian tourists.
Google’s New Travel AI Tools Want to Plan Customer Trips
Google is the among the tech giants investing in a reimagined, AI-powered future of travel planning and booking. How can the smaller companies compete?
Amex GBT Execs Explain Biz Travel Mega-Merger With CWT: Size, Costs and AI
Two of the largest corporate travel agencies want to join forces to create a single giant.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.