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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
How Japan’s Diversified Tourism Market Supports Stability in Changing Times
How Japan’s Diversified Tourism Market Supports Stability in Changing Times

Japan’s tourism sector is navigating a complex landscape shaped by evolving visitor trends.

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February 04, 2026
How Major Online Travel Agents Are Driving Market Expansion and Innovation by 2025
How Major Online Travel Agents Are Driving Market Expansion and Innovation by 2025

The Online Travel Agent (OTA) market is a dynamic and expanding sector shaped by a diverse mix of international booking...

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February 04, 2026
How HBX Group and Mastercard’s Virtual Payment Solution is Shaping Travel Industry Payments
How HBX Group and Mastercard’s Virtual Payment Solution is Shaping Travel Industry Payments

HBX Group, a leader in B2B travel technology, has partnered with Mastercard to launch a groundbreaking virtual payment programme aimed...

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February 04, 2026
Unveiling Asia’s Best Budget Flights for the Holiday Season and How It Links to Easy Transfers
Unveiling Asia’s Best Budget Flights for the Holiday Season and How It Links to Easy Transfers

Heading into the festive period, travellers hunting for wallet-friendly options will be intrigued by the latest data revealing Asia's cheapest...

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February 04, 2026
Mövenpick Resort & Spa Bintan Lagoon Launches in 2026: A Premier Beachfront Escape Near Singapore
Mövenpick Resort & Spa Bintan Lagoon Launches in 2026: A Premier Beachfront Escape Near Singapore

On the horizon for early 2026 is a fresh jewel in island hospitality: Mövenpick Resort & Spa Bintan Lagoon.

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February 04, 2026
Le Méridien launches its first hotel in Navi Mumbai, blending art, business, and leisure
Le Méridien launches its first hotel in Navi Mumbai, blending art, business, and leisure

The hospitality scene in Navi Mumbai has welcomed a fresh addition with the arrival of Le Méridien Navi Mumbai, the...

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February 04, 2026
Thai Airways and Jim Thompson Launch New In-Flight Collection with Thai Cultural Flair and Comfort
Thai Airways and Jim Thompson Launch New In-Flight Collection with Thai Cultural Flair and Comfort

Starting January 2026, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited, in partnership with Jim Thompson, will introduce a fresh in-flight collection...

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February 04, 2026
Ravi Gosain Takes Charge of FICCI’s Inbound Tourism Committee to Strengthen India’s Global Travel Presence
Ravi Gosain Takes Charge of FICCI’s Inbound Tourism Committee to Strengthen India’s Global Travel Presence

The leadership of India's inbound tourism sector has taken a promising turn with Ravi Gosain stepping into the role of...

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February 04, 2026
Loganair Achieves Two Million Passengers Milestone at Aberdeen Airport
Loganair Achieves Two Million Passengers Milestone at Aberdeen Airport

Loganair, the UK’s prominent regional airline, has proudly celebrated carrying its two millionth passenger through Aberdeen Airport, a significant milestone...

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February 04, 2026
Explore Somerset Sukhumvit 71 Bangkok as an Ideal Urban Retreat for Short Stays and Extended Visits
Explore Somerset Sukhumvit 71 Bangkok as an Ideal Urban Retreat for Short Stays and Extended Visits

In the whirlwind pace of modern city life, finding accommodation that strikes the right balance between convenience and a welcoming,...

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February 04, 2026
IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands with New Holiday Inn Resort in the Lush Hills of Lonavala
IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands with New Holiday Inn Resort in the Lush Hills of Lonavala

The announcement of a new Holiday Inn Resort set to open in 2027 in Lonavala signals an exciting addition to...

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February 04, 2026
Exploring the Annual Coral Spawning Phenomenon on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
Exploring the Annual Coral Spawning Phenomenon on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef

In the tropical waters off Queensland, an extraordinary underwater spectacle unfolds each year in December: the Great Barrier Reef bursts...

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February 04, 2026