Tourism

Priceline’s New AI Voice Tech Allows Conversational, Real-Time Bookings
Priceline’s New AI Voice Tech Allows Conversational, Real-Time Bookings
October 07, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

Priceline’s recent integration of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered voice technology into its booking system signals how the technology is changing the way travelers plan and purchase...

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Travel Platforms Reroute Strategies to Elevate Customer Engagement
Travel Platforms Reroute Strategies to Elevate Customer Engagement
August 16, 2024  |  Travel Payments

As inflation reshapes consumer spending, travel giants Expedia, Airbnb and Booking Holdings are adjusting their strategies to drive customer engagement and bookings amid shifting family budgets...

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Gen Z Drives Travel Spending Surge for Live Events
Gen Z Drives Travel Spending Surge for Live Events
July 22, 2024  |  Travel Payments

As young consumers look for meaningful, in-person experiences, more are traveling for ticketed events, driving vacation spending. A recent report from Allianz Partners found that...

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STR, Tourism Economics Say Cost of Living Impacts Hotel Performance
STR, Tourism Economics Say Cost of Living Impacts Hotel Performance
June 03, 2024  |  Travel Payments

The hotel industry’s performance is being impacted by reduced travel volume caused by the rising cost of goods and services. So said STR, a provider...

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Tencent Simplifies Process of Linking International Cards With Weixin Pay
Tencent Simplifies Process of Linking International Cards With Weixin Pay
April 12, 2024  |  Cross-border Payments

Tencent has made it easier for visitors to mainland China to register for a WeChat account and to link international cards to Weixin Pay.  In addition, Weixin...

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AI-Powered Chatbots and Searches Punch Travel Industry’s Ticket
AI-Powered Chatbots and Searches Punch Travel Industry’s Ticket
March 11, 2024  |  Artificial Intelligence

Kayak’s new chatbot lets users seek travel advice and discover flights via screenshots, in the latest sign of how artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the...

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Travelex CEO Says Travelers Getting Smarter About Managing FX Risks
Travelex CEO Says Travelers Getting Smarter About Managing FX Risks
March 07, 2024  |  Travel Payments

The travel industry is on a strong rebound post-pandemic, experiencing a notable resurgence in activity and revenue. And despite the rise of digital payments methods, Richard...

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Booking Holdings Sounds Optimistic Tone on Connected Travel For 2024
Booking Holdings Sounds Optimistic Tone on Connected Travel For 2024
February 22, 2024  |  Earnings

The leisure travel industry is alive and well at Booking Holdings. The parent company of Priceline, Kayak, Booking.com and other connected economy hospitality brands reported record fourth...

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Airbnb Adds Tools to Promote Tourism, Enforce Short-Term Rental Laws
Airbnb Adds Tools to Promote Tourism, Enforce Short-Term Rental Laws
February 22, 2024  |  Travel Payments

Airbnb has expanded its City Portal to more than 430 jurisdictions worldwide over the past three years. Launched in 2020, the City Portal provides local...

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