Bilt Acquires Travel Commission Platform Sion in $30 Million Deal
Bilt has acquired travel commission platform Sion for $30 million, aiming to strengthen its travel rewards ecosystem and support travel advisors.
AMEX
AMEX stands for American Express, a global financial company known for its credit cards, travel services, and rewards programs. Many travelers use AMEX cards for booking flights, hotels, and rentals due to added benefits like travel insurance and airport lounge access. It’s widely accepted by major airlines and hotels around the world.
Hilton Introduces AI Planner to Help Travelers Plan Hotel Stays
Hilton has launched a generative AI-powered travel planning tool designed to help guests discover hotels, compare properties, and organize stays through conversational search.
KAYAK Launches ‘Got That Right’ Campaign to Tackle Booking Anxiety
KAYAK introduces a new global campaign aimed at easing traveler anxiety and replacing booking doubt with confidence.
Amtrak Urges Travelers to Book Early Ahead of Historic Summer 2026
By
Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
With the FIFA World Cup 2026 and nationwide America250 celebrations set to drive record demand, Amtrak is encouraging travelers to book early for what could be the busiest summer in its history.
Travel Trends for 2026: Ten Shifts Redefining How We Travel
By
Christopher Lane
• 4 mins read
New travel data for 2026 shows travelers rethinking how they plan, pay for, and experience trips, with AI, short getaways, wellness, and flexibility shaping the year ahead.
Delta Air Lines Unveils Delta Locals: A New Way to Plan Authentic Travel
By
Marcus Bennett
• 3 mins read
Delta Air Lines has launched Delta Locals, a new digital platform designed to inspire travelers through insider recommendations from real residents across the globe.
Google Introduces New AI Tools to Transform How Travelers Plan and Book Trips
By
Marcus Bennett
• 3 mins read
Google is rolling out powerful new AI tools – from global Flight Deals to Canvas trip planning and agentic booking – designed to simplify everything from itinerary building to reservations.
JetBlue and United Launch Blue Sky Loyalty Partnership for Shared Rewards
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
JetBlue and United Airlines launch their Blue Sky partnership, allowing loyalty members to earn and redeem miles across both networks, with more benefits coming in 2026.
American Airlines and Citi Launch “Globe” Card to Bridge Leisure and Business Travel
By
Laura Mitchell
• 4 mins read
American Airlines and Citi unveil the Citi / AAdvantage Globe Mastercard, designed as a mid-tier card with premium lounge access and tailored travel perks for frequent flyers and occasional travelers alike.
Hotels.com Introduces ‘Save Your Way’ for Loyalty Members
By
Eleanor Price
• 3 mins read
Hotels.com has launched ‘Save Your Way,’ a new loyalty option allowing travelers to choose between instant discounts or saving rewards for future trips.