What Happened to Google’s AI Trip Planner?
Google said that the tech is advancing quickly, and priorities change along with it.
AI in Travel
Skift’s own Ask Skift AI deep search tool gives readers extensive insight into the business of travel by training artificial intelligence on the complete archives of Skift, Skift Research, Airline Weekly, Skift Meetings, Daily Lodging Report, and Skift Live events.
Air India CEO: ‘The Power is in Our Hands’ to Capture Outbound Travel Demand
Will Air India be able to seize the opportunity? While the airline industry is being hampered by a myriad of supply constraints, the airline has a lot of cards it can play.
Yanolja Teams With ChatGPT and Google. More AI Partnerships to Come, CEO Says
Industry leaders envision a future where consumers can plan, book, and manage all aspects of travel from a single interface. These early partnerships between AI and travel companies bring that vision a step closer.
AI and Online Booking, IAG’s Venture Arm and Delta’s Dimmer Outlook
On today’s podcast we listen to Booking’s CFO on AI, British Airways’ parent’s investments, and Delta’s new downbeat stance.
4 Reasons AI Chatbots Won’t Become Online Travel Agencies: Booking Holdings CFO
Will the big AI chatbots — those that survive — ever become online travel agencies in their own right? Booking Holdings' CFO doesn't think so, but the company is trying to prepare for all scenarios.
6 Travel Startups Raise $168 Million Over 2 Weeks: Funding Roundup
The deals are small because the tech is still young, but there’s clearly interest in where it’s headed.
Spain Heats Up, Airlines Adopt AI and Ryanair Goes Paperless
On today’s episode we discuss Spain‘s climate change worries, airlines’ use of AI, and Ryanair’s new paperless system
Airlines Have Lagged in AI – How They Are Using it Now
Airlines have generally taken more time to jump on board the generative AI bandwagon. But that’s changing.
SCOOP: Expedia Laid Off Hundreds of Marketers Ahead of Reorg
Getting more efficient in marketing through AI is certainly a component of this move. At least that's a goal.
How Social Media Is Shaping Travel Planning and Booking
Social media platforms are the most influential source of travel inspiration, surpassing official travel websites, review platforms, and traditional media.