Why future of travel will be powered by AI, defined by human connection
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
AI is transforming travel planning, personalisation and hotel operations, but Kerten Hospitality CEO Marloes Knippenberg says technology should enhance, not replace, human connection, authentic cultural experiences and meaningful interactions.
Price pressure, AI reshape private charter brokerage, Chapman Freeborn says
Thu, 15 Oct 2026
Private aviation brokers face growing pressure to compete on price as digital tools improve access to aircraft availability and charter rates, increasing the importance of operational expertise, safety compliance and accountability, according to industry leaders speaking at Corporate Jet Investor Dubai 2026.
Cvent Accelerate Dubai 2026 highlights AI’s role in event-led growth
Thu, 15 Oct 2026
Cvent, a provider of event, marketing and hospitality technology solutions, brought together 400 event, marketing and hospitality professionals for the fourth edition of Cvent Accelerate Dubai 2026, held at InterContinental Dubai Festival City.
AI, biometrics, smart data transform airport operations in Dubai
Wed, 14 Oct 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI), biometrics, digital twins and integrated data platforms are transforming airport operations across the region, as industry leaders highlight technology’s role in improving passenger screening, baggage handling and capacity management at the 25th edition of Airport Show in Dubai.
Saudia marketing transformation drives double-digit revenue growth in H1 2026
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Saudia has reported double-digit global revenue growth in the first half of 2026, alongside improved return on ad spend and a double-digit reduction in cost of sale compared with the same period last year, following a marketing transformation led by Arved von zur Muehlen, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer.
AI is changing tourism faster than businesses can digest: travel tech leaders
Sun, 27 Sep 2026
As World Tourism Day is marked today, Belvera Partners has brought travel technology leaders together to examine how AI is accelerating changes across tourism. The speakers highlighted its growing impact on destination discovery, direct bookings, customer experiences and the wider travel value chain.
AI to drive next phase of Saudi tourism, says Almosafer CEO
Sun, 27 Sep 2026
Almosafer CEO Muzzammil Ahussain said on World Tourism Day that Saudi Arabia is putting artificial intelligence and digital technologies at the centre of its tourism transformation, backed by its AI Tourism Vision and TourismX platform.
WTM London expands AI, tech use ahead of 2026 show
Mon, 21 Sep 2026
WTM London is expanding its use of AI and event technology this year to enhance visitor and exhibitor experiences, support business opportunities and streamline the show’s operations.
Mastercard, Trip.com partner to transform travel booking with AI
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Mastercard and Trip.com have partnered to showcase AI-powered booking experiences for the travel sector, demonstrating how consumers could search, book and complete purchases through Trip.com’s AI agent, TripGenie.
Experience, personalisation, AI reshape travel market: ITB China report
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
China’s travel market is becoming more diverse, with travelers placing greater emphasis on quality, authentic experiences and personalised services, while artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly influencing the entire travel journey, according to the ITB China Travel Trends Report 2026/27.
ATM 2026 Future Stage explores AI’s role in reshaping global travel
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 opened its Future Stage with industry leaders examining how artificial intelligence (AI) is moving beyond personalisation, chatbots and automated customer service to transform the systems and infrastructure supporting the global travel industry.
Saudi Arabia expands AI in aviation while safeguarding safety, enhancing human skills: GACA President
Thu, 10 Sep 2026
Saudi Arabia is pursuing a two-track approach to adopting artificial intelligence and automation across its aviation sector, balancing technological innovation with safety and human oversight, according to General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) President Abdulaziz Al-Duailej.
HBX Group partners with Vorsee to bring predictive AI to hotels
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
HBX Group, a B2B travel technology marketplace, has partnered with Swiss travel AI company Vorsee, part of ZYTLYN Technologies AG, to bring predictive travel intelligence and agentic AI capabilities to HBX Group’s hotel partners.
BRICS tourism ministers adopt Jaipur 2026 Declaration
Sat, 22 Aug 2026
The BRICS tourism ministers have adopted the Jaipur Declaration by consensus at the ministerial meeting held under India’s 2026 Chairmanship setting AI and Tourism, sustainability, tourism skilling and seamless travel as its top priorities.
IBTM World 2026 opens registration with AI focus
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Registration has opened for IBTM World 2026 in Barcelona, with the global events show set to explore “The Age of Disruption” and address AI adoption, budget pressures, changing attendee expectations and the demand for measurable event ROI.
Dida launches AI-powered booking gateway for B2B travel partners
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Dida Holdings has launched Dida MCP, an AI-powered booking gateway enabling approved B2B partners to integrate hotel search and booking from over 2 million properties into their own AI apps, platforms and customer experiences.
Saudi Arabia rolls out AI tourism strategy to enhance visitor experience
Mon, 29 Jun 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism has unveiled its AI Tourism Vision, a strategic initiative aimed at accelerating digital transformation and positioning the Kingdom as a global leader in tourism innovation.
RateHawk, PhocusWright map travel trends to 2036
Sun, 28 Jun 2026
RateHawk and PhocusWright report outlines 10 trends shaping travel distribution by 2036, highlighting AI, personalised demand, digital influence, market volatility, and stronger tech systems driving industry transformation and operational efficiency.
IHG launches ChatGPT app for hotel search, booking
Sun, 07 Jun 2026
IHG Hotels & Resorts has launched an app in ChatGPT to make hotel discovery and booking easier as AI becomes increasingly central to travel planning, now used by more than half of US travellers.
TBO partners with Vervotech for AI-driven hotel mapping
Mon, 11 May 2026
TBO, a B2B travel distribution platform, has renewed its collaboration with Vervotech to integrate advanced hotel mapping capabilities, reinforcing a previously established partnership between the two companies.
HPE advances Red Sea Global luxury hospitality with AI networking
Tue, 28 Apr 2026
HPE announced Red Sea Global is adopting its self-driving networking as the foundation for large-scale resort expansion The AI-native secure switching and Wi-Fi system enables scalable, sustainable operations and premium guest digital experiences efficiently delivery.