TravelAI’s Sonder Gamble Turns a Failed Hotel Unicorn Into an AI Booking Brand
TravelAI is rebuilding Sonder as a low-risk accommodation marketplace after the former hotel unicorn collapsed under leases, losses and failed expansion.
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American Airlines Adds Venmo, Touchless ID and Rebooking Tools to Make Travel Less Painful
American Airlines is expanding digital tools with Venmo payments, disruption support, self-service rebooking and easier TSA PreCheck Touchless ID enrollment.
Spotnana’s Multi-Agent AI Could Take Repetitive Work Away From Travel Agents
Spotnana has launched a multi-agent AI architecture with new tools designed to automate routine servicing tasks for travel agents.
Expensify Card Hits 13 European Markets to Take On Corporate Expense Reports
Expensify has expanded its Visa commercial card to 13 European markets, adding VAT tracking, AI receipt matching and real-time spend controls.
Fora Hits $1 Billion Valuation as AI Bets on Human Travel Advisors
Fora raised $60 million in Series D funding at a $1 billion valuation as it expands its AI assistant and travel advisor platform.
China’s First Robot-Run Hotel Could Change What Travelers Expect From Check-In
A robot-serviced hotel planned for China’s West Artificial Island will use AI-powered machines for check-in, luggage, cleaning, deliveries and guest support.
Disney World’s MagicMobile Upgrade Could Make Apple Wallet the New Theme Park Command Center
Walt Disney World is expected to upgrade Disney MagicMobile through Apple Wallet, giving guests more dynamic trip details directly on their iPhone or Apple Watch.
Agoda’s New AI Travel Tools Want to Fix the Most Annoying Parts of Booking
Agoda has introduced new app features covering real-time flight alerts, AI-linked hotel reviews and single-checkout bookings for hotels, flights and activities.
Just You Launches Kindred App to Ease Solo Travel Anxiety
Just You has launched Kindred, a community platform designed to help solo travelers connect before, during and after escorted tours.
Tripadvisor to Sell TheFork to American Express for $700 Million
Tripadvisor has agreed to sell TheFork to American Express for $700 million, sharpening its focus on Viator and the broader travel experiences market.