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Booking.com’s visibility model is under pressure as AI reshapes travel discovery

Booking.com’s visibility model is under pressure as AI reshapes travel discovery

This piece examines why Booking.com's control of travel discovery is fragmenting and how that change could affect hotels, OTAs, and related services like transfers and taxis.

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February 04, 2026
Tarzan Resorts Partners with EBG Group to Introduce 100 Eco-Luxury Pods at Scenic Indian Destinations by 2026
Tarzan Resorts Partners with EBG Group to Introduce 100 Eco-Luxury Pods at Scenic Indian Destinations by 2026

The Indian hospitality scene is gearing up for a refreshing innovation as Tarzan Resorts, a collaboration between EBG Group and...

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February 04, 2026
Saj Hotels and Lemon Tree Hotels Collaborate to Operate Mahabaleshwar Resort under Lemon Tree Brand
Saj Hotels and Lemon Tree Hotels Collaborate to Operate Mahabaleshwar Resort under Lemon Tree Brand

A notable alliance has been formed as Saj Hotels teams up with Lemon Tree Hotels to manage the Mahabaleshwar property...

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February 04, 2026
ITC Hotels Unveils Welcomhotel Bodh Gaya Featuring One of East India’s Largest Convention Centres
ITC Hotels Unveils Welcomhotel Bodh Gaya Featuring One of East India’s Largest Convention Centres

ITC Hotels has recently introduced the Welcomhotel Bodh Gaya, Hotel & Convention Centre, a bold addition to East India's hospitality...

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February 04, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay Becomes Asia’s First IHG Low Carbon Pioneer Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay Becomes Asia’s First IHG Low Carbon Pioneer Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay has marked a significant advance in eco-conscious hospitality by becoming the first hotel in...

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February 04, 2026
Discover the New Garner Hotel Istanbul – Airport Arnavutköy: Comfort and Convenience by Istanbul Airport
Discover the New Garner Hotel Istanbul – Airport Arnavutköy: Comfort and Convenience by Istanbul Airport

Located just 14 kilometers from the bustling Istanbul Airport, the newly opened Garner Hotel Istanbul – Airport Arnavutköy combines modern...

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February 04, 2026
U.S. Cruise Travel Hits New Highs for 2026 as Air Travel Faces Setbacks During Shutdown
U.S. Cruise Travel Hits New Highs for 2026 as Air Travel Faces Setbacks During Shutdown

With air travel facing significant hurdles in the U.S., cruise vacations are becoming increasingly popular for American travelers.

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February 04, 2026
Collaboration and Adventure Tourism: ATTA at the 2025 Pacific Sustainable Tourism Leadership Summit in Tonga
Collaboration and Adventure Tourism: ATTA at the 2025 Pacific Sustainable Tourism Leadership Summit in Tonga

At the heart of the South Pacific, Tonga’s island of Vava’u became the stage for a pivotal event in early...

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February 04, 2026
YOYI TECH Unveils Revolutionary AI Marketing Solutions at ITB Asia, Enhancing Travel Industry Dynamics
YOYI TECH Unveils Revolutionary AI Marketing Solutions at ITB Asia, Enhancing Travel Industry Dynamics

The ITB Asia trade show in Singapore recently played host to a powerful demonstration of AI’s potential in travel marketing.

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February 04, 2026
How The Lux Collective and Big Waves Development Join Forces to Launch a Sustainable Resort at Virgin Beach, Bali
How The Lux Collective and Big Waves Development Join Forces to Launch a Sustainable Resort at Virgin Beach, Bali

Introducing SALT of Virgin Beach, the upcoming eco-conscious resort in Bali’s Karangasem region, created through a strategic management agreement between...

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February 04, 2026
IndiGo Announces Daily Direct Mumbai to Madinah Flights Starting November 2025
IndiGo Announces Daily Direct Mumbai to Madinah Flights Starting November 2025

IndiGo is set to enhance connectivity between India and Saudi Arabia by launching daily non-stop flights between Mumbai and Madinah...

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February 04, 2026
Georgia’s Tourism Sector Boosts International Travel Revenue by 12% in Early 2025
Georgia’s Tourism Sector Boosts International Travel Revenue by 12% in Early 2025

International travel continues to be a vital economic engine for Georgia, with revenues reaching an impressive $3.64 billion during the...

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February 04, 2026
Exploring the Philippines’ New Muslim-Friendly Travelogue and Its Impact on Tourism
Exploring the Philippines’ New Muslim-Friendly Travelogue and Its Impact on Tourism

On October 21, 2024, the Philippines unveiled a detailed, three-volume travelogue crafted specifically for Muslim-friendly tourism.

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February 04, 2026