Brand loyalty retains influence as personal AI agents take on travel booking

 

Personal artificial intelligence (AI) agents like Meta’s Muse are new to the travel landscape. But established shopping behaviors and brand relationships are influencing how travelers use them—and which companies are positioned to capture the bookings.

 

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Emirates Skywards launches ‘Miles More Rewarding’, with rewards for every family member

 

From morning coffees and shopping sprees to family holidays and unforgettable experiences, discover the many ways to earn and spend Skywards Miles.

IBTM World 2026 prepares to ‘Meet the Moment’ with expanded tech focus and new highlights

 

With less than a week until the eagerly awaited IBTM World 2026 opens in Barcelona, the organisers expect to welcome nearly 12,000 international event professionals for an immersive three days of breakthrough innovations, serious business and quality connections.

Dream Vacations and CruiseOne expand 2027 travel advisor training programme

 

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. – Dream Vacations and CruiseOne have unveiled an expanded 2027 travel advisor training and events programme. The calendar offers franchise owners and advisors more opportunities for professional development, education and networking. Furthermore, two new specialised events will focus on Disney expertise and sales development.

Keylinn Rodríguez Vega Named Inaugural Jorge Castex Scholarship Recipient

 

IAPCO and FIEXPO celebrate emerging leadership across Latin America and the Caribbean

Emirates Skywards and SHARE by Majid Al Futtaim partner to make shopping and travel more rewarding

 

Emirates Skywards and SHARE members can now link their accounts and convert rewards between both loyalty programmes through the Skywards Everyday and SHARE apps. The partnership unlocks greater flexibility and value for members, connecting shopping and travel rewards across more than 5000+ stores, brands and experiences within Majid Al Futtaim’s portfolio.

Three generations, three very different travelers

 

“Older travelers” and “younger travelers” are no longer useful categories. Skift Research’s latest generational studies show that boomers, Gen X and Gen Z each respond to pressure in their own way, and brands that treat them as one market will misread all three.

Hike where the rainforest meets the sea in Costa Rica

 

Ready to discover a side of Costa Rica's Caribbean coast that you may not know? Follow the locals to golden beaches, hidden pools and turquoise waters. Explore Isla Uvita, chase waterfalls near Bribri or learn the secrets of chocolate in the Talamanca region. There's plenty to discover beyond the beach. Go ahead. Find out for yourself.

Rosa Grand Milano completes refurbishment of public spaces and Grand Lounge & Bar

 

Rosa Grand Milano – Starhotels Collezione has unveiled refurbished public spaces at its property near Milan‘s Duomo. The project covers the lobby, reception and Grand Lounge & Bar, introducing contemporary interiors and more flexible social areas.