STAAH joins hands with Bamboo Saa Resorts & Spa
Bamboo Saa has deployed STAAH’s Max Channel Manager, Property Management System Integration, and Rate Stalk, rehauling its entire operations model as per these solutions to enhance visibility, pricing intelligence, and distribution efficiency across its portfolio, creating a more integrated and data-led revenue ecosystem.
Paytm launches dedicated AI travel booking app ‘Paytm Checkin’
Allowing travellers to ask, browse, and make bookings through simple conversation.
Emirates invests in facial recognition technology across Dubai International (DXB)
Allows customers to skip queues and speed through the airport every time they travel, choosing the route of the dedicated Biometric Zones when flying to and from Dubai International (DXB).
AI is rapidly becoming a trusted travel companion in key international markets, report shows
From itinerary planning to checking restaurant menus on the go, consumers are embracing AI tools like ChatGPT, Co-Pilot, DeepSeek and others to simplify, personalise, and enhance their journeys.
Scapia launches AI-powered platform to discover, book curated global experiences
Building a complete travel ecosystem the launch of Scapia Experiences is part of Scapia’s Winter Product Release, which also introduces Scapia Federal Add on Card and the Scapia Store.
StampMyVIsa raises INR 4 cr in bridge round led by Unicorn India Ventures
Funds raised will be used for future growth, marketing & supporting the acquisition of Teleport. Also, SMV recently acquired Kunal Shah-backed Teleport to grow its operations in South India and launched premium services like SMV Insure and SMV Global for the global travellers.
TBO Tek & Amadeus South Asia partner for Travel Marketplace
TBO Tek Ltd has signed up with Amadeus South Asia for its latest offering – Travel Marketplace, a localised AI-driven next-generation platform that connects travel sellers and providers through a single, trusted ecosystem.
MakeMyTrip strengthens myPartner with international holiday packages
MakeMyTrip’s B2B platform, myPartner, has onboarded Europamundo, to bring 600+ of its international packages by Indian travellers to the platform’s 50,000 registered travel agents. The development is aimed to make it easier for travel agents discover and recommend popular itineraries that resonate with the preferences of their customers. myPartner will also offer B2B rates to ensure better margins
Kaspersky survey unveils how Indian travelers are using AI in travel
According to Kaspersky, the most popular use of AI is for research, with 74% of respondents confirming it was the most common use of AI. Second and third place went to AI for work (65%) and studying (61%). Entertainment (48%) and experimenting with technology (40%) tied for fourth place. AI in travel planning, with 41% of votes, is not yet among the most popular uses of AI.
SAP Concur launches AI-Powered ‘Booking Agent’
Booking Agent aims to allow business travellers to navigate through complex policy documents or multiple screens as well as start using simple day-to-day commands like “Book me a flight to Bengaluru on Thursday morning” to receive instant, personalized, policy-compliant travel options with real-time price breakdowns and spending estimates.
