artificial intelligence

Rome Tourism
Hotel News, Travel Technology

Rome and Berlin Hotels Embrace AI Technology as Europe Tourism Booms in 2026

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Hotels across Rome, Berlin and other major European destinations are accelerating investment in artificial intelligence, cloud platforms and automated services as tourism demand rises in 2026. Properties are using digital systems to simplify check-in, coordinate housekeeping, manage room prices and personalize guest communication. Smart-room technology is also helping operators control energy use while responding faster

Meituan
Travel News, Travel Technology

China’s Meituan Unveils Powerful AI Travel Ecosystem to Transform Tourism

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China’s Meituan is developing an artificial intelligence ecosystem designed to transform how travelers plan, book and experience destinations across the country. The company is combining its LongCat-2.0 foundation model, Xiaotuan consumer assistant and CatPaw merchant platform. Together, these technologies could connect travelers directly with hotels, restaurants, attractions and other local service providers. The strategy moves

Artificial Intelligence
Travel News, Travel Technology

US and UAE Push New AI Travel Frameworks to Transform Global Aviation

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The United States, the United Arab Emirates and other major aviation markets are strengthening efforts to guide artificial intelligence across global travel. Their growing focus could shape how airlines, airports and booking platforms use advanced technology while protecting passengers. The shift comes as generative AI moves rapidly into flight retailing, itinerary planning and digital border

Tourism News, Travel Technology

Kazakhstan Tourism Eyes Digital Transformation Through BRICS AI Partnership and Global Connectivity

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Kazakhstan’s tourism sector could gain new digital, environmental and connectivity opportunities through proposals presented by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the BRICS summit in New Delhi. Tokayev proposed establishing a BRICS Plus Partnership for Artificial Intelligence, bringing national AI centres, research institutions and specialists into a collaborative network. He also advanced Kazakhstan’s call for a United

UAE Tourism
Hotel News, Travel Technology

UAE and Saudi Arabia Accelerate AI and Robotics Revolution in Travel Technology

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The UAE and Saudi Arabia are accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence, robotics and connected technology across tourism and hospitality. The transition is creating smarter hotel operations, multilingual visitor services and new training requirements for hospitality professionals. In 2026, robots are becoming increasingly visible at hotels, exhibitions and technology demonstrations across the Gulf. Their functions

South Korea Tourism
Travel News, Travel Technology

China and South Korea Lead Asia’s AI Travel Shift as Traditional Agents Face New Test

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Asia’s travel economy is entering a new digital era as artificial intelligence transforms how visitors discover destinations, build itineraries and approach bookings. China and India currently lead AI-assisted travel inspiration, with 44 per cent and 42 per cent of travellers using chat tools respectively. Meanwhile, 62 per cent of South Korean travellers say they are

Artificial Intelligence
Travel News, Travel Technology

News Australia Launches Powerful AI Travel Network to Transform Holiday Planning

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News Australia has launched an expanded Travel Network combining artificial intelligence, travel journalism, digital platforms and premium publications to reshape how Australians plan holidays. Unveiled in September 2026, the News Australia Travel Network brings together Escape, news.com.au, Travel + Luxury and The Australian. Collectively, these brands reach more than six million Australians each month. The

GCC Travel
Tourism News, Travel Technology

Saudi Arabia Accelerates AI Tourism With Bahrain, UAE and GCC Travel Links

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Saudi Arabia is accelerating the development of an artificial intelligence-powered tourism ecosystem as stronger connectivity with Bahrain, the UAE and other Gulf countries expands regional travel opportunities. The Kingdom’s ambition now extends beyond increasing visitor arrivals. It is building digital infrastructure capable of improving government services, understanding traveller behaviour and supporting more personalised journeys. Regional

Hospitality Talent
Hotel News, Travel Technology

Vietnam Hotels Face AI Revolution as Battle for Top Talent Intensifies

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Vietnam’s hotel industry is entering a critical period as artificial intelligence, sustainable development and competition for skilled workers reshape hospitality operations. Insights shared at the Vietnam Hotel Innovation Summit highlighted a central challenge for the sector. Hotels must embrace useful technology without weakening the human relationships that define memorable guest experiences. Hospitality professional James presented

New Zealand Tourism
Travel News, Travel Technology

Christchurch Outpaces New Zealand Visitor Growth as Queenstown Turns AI Into a Tourism Engine

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New Zealand is turning artificial intelligence, advanced data and smarter digital infrastructure into a tourism growth engine spanning Christchurch, Queenstown, Auckland and Wellington. Christchurch has emerged as a standout destination, with international arrivals at Christchurch Airport reaching 90% of pre-pandemic levels by the end of August 2025. This represented nearly 11,500 additional visitors and year-on-year

Artificial Intelligence
Hotel News, Travel News

AI Predict Gives Business Travellers 95% Flight Delay Warning Before It Is Too Late

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Business travellers could gain more time to avoid costly disruption through AI Predict, an Altour service that sends predictive flight alerts before an airline confirms a delay or cancellation. The opt-in service uses artificial intelligence to assess possible disruption after a traveller checks in. Predictions generally cover the final 24 hours before departure and arrive

Artificial Intelligence
Travel News, Travel Technology

Alipay+ Survey Reveals Global Travel’s Rapid Shift to Smarter Payments and AI

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International travellers increasingly expect mobile platforms to manage everything from trip discovery and bookings to payments and local activities. However, fragmented payment acceptance, security fears and privacy concerns continue to restrict this digital travel revolution. These findings emerge from research by Alipay+ and S&P Global involving 6,000 consumers across nine markets in Asia, Europe and

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