Amadeus and Accenture Introduce AI Travel Advertising Platform
Amadeus, together with Accenture, has launched an AI-driven travel advertising platform. It seeks to assist hotels, airlines, and destinations in optimizing campaigns to raise booking numbers globally.
SM Hotels Appoints Janytte Siega as GM of SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu
Janytte Siega has been named General Manager of the soon-to-open SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu. SM Hotels announced the appointment as they prepare to launch the new venue for business events in Cebu.
China’s First Cruise-to-Nowhere Voyage Departs Shanghai
China has commenced its first cruise-to-nowhere voyage from Shanghai, supported by the city's new destination-free cruise permit. This initiative enables visa-free weekend sea travel departing from Shanghai.
US Joins Vancouver Travel Expo 2026 to Boost B2B Tourism
The United States will join several countries, including Canada and Mexico, at the Vancouver International Travel Expo 2026. The event emphasizes advancing B2B tourism collaborations.
Hotel Tech Partnership Boosts Seamless Global Tourism Operations
A hotel technology partnership has been established to support international tourism by enabling smoother hotel operations across Europe and Asia. The collaboration focuses on technology-driven solutions to improve coordination of hotel services.
Warnemünde to Host 161 Cruise Ship Calls in 2026 with New Maiden Ships
Warnemünde is set to accommodate 161 cruise ship calls in 2026, including the debut of three new maiden ships. The port’s schedule also features several multi-ship visits, enhancing Baltic Sea cruise options.
COITM and Beijing Chaoyang Launch 2026 Cultural Tourism Festival
COITM partners with Beijing's Chaoyang district to host the 2026 Cultural Tourism Festival. The event will emphasize inbound and outbound cultural tourism on a global scale.
USA Joins Vancouver International Travel Expo 2026 for B2B Tourism Growth
The United States will join Canada, Mexico, India, Spain, and Taiwan at the 2026 Vancouver International Travel Expo. This gathering aims to advance B2B tourism development through international partnerships.
Amadeus Launches AI-Powered Travel Ad Platform with Accenture
Amadeus, collaborating with Accenture, has launched an AI-driven travel advertising platform targeting hotels, airlines, and destinations around the world. The platform aims to improve campaign efficiency and booking outcomes using advanced AI tools.
AI Hospitality Alliance Forms Global Advisory Board
The AI Hospitality Alliance has established a global advisory board featuring experts from hospitality, technology, AI, and academia. The board's mission is to guide the future development of AI in the hospitality industry.
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