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AI Hasn’t Replaced Travel Agents Yet
2026 Global Travel Agent Report by Amadeus Hospitality finds that travel agents are embracing AI while continuing to rely heavily on the Global Distribution System (GDS) to search, compare and book travel.
Travel tech undergoes US$1.8T overhaul as AI agents replace search bars
As 2026 draws to its conclusion, the global travel technology scene is undergoing a profound structural overhaul.
Travel Compositor integrates AI for seamless booking
Travel Compositor, a prominent provider of booking engine solutions, has integrated AskIA into its AI Trips platform, revolutionising the way travel agents design, quote, and book itineraries.
Travel advice turns into hotel bookings via new Dida MCP
Global travel tech firm Dida Holdings formally launched its new AI-native booking gateway Dida MCP earlier today, 9th July.
RateHawk Futurecast explores AI and travel trends
RateHawk Futurecast explores AI and travel trends
RateHawk and PhocusWright reveal travel trends for 2036
RateHawk, a B2B platform for booking travel services, and PhocusWright, a tourism market research firm, have unveiled a joint study outlining ten pivotal trends that will shape travel distribution by 2036.
Amadeus and Myrealtrip partner to boost travel innovation
Amadeus and Myrealtrip partner to boost travel innovation
Amadeus report reveals AI opportunities for airlines
Amadeus report reveals AI opportunities for airlines
SITA acquires Big Blue Analytics to cut airline disruption costs
SITA acquires Big Blue Analytics to cut airline disruption costs
Amadeus unveils AI-powered travel advertising platform
Amadeus unveils AI-powered travel advertising platform
AI in travel: Why governance will make or break its success
AI is beginning to reshape the travel industry as organisations move from experimentation to large-scale deployment.
Archipelago Hotels signs distribution agreement with Dida Holdings
Southeast Asian hospitality management group Archipelago Hotels signed a distribution agreement with Dida Holdings, the global AI-first travel distribution platform today, 20th May.
Maxamation rolls out automated revenue tools as airlines battle severe analyst shortages
Airline revenue management tech firm Maxamation announced the launch of its latest product: RM Flight Management.
Booking Holdings CEO to speak at JP Morgan conference
Booking Holdings CEO to speak at JP Morgan conference
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