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Hotels Vs. Booking.com, Travel and Politics and AI Chauffeurs

Today’s podcast looks at the ongoing conflict between Booking and hotels, the seven travel-related U.S. congressional projects, and the AI plans of the U.S. largest biz travel limo service.
06/06/2025 02:50:00

Carey Hires New CEO, Pushes Strategy Shift for Elite Limo Service – Exclusive

New top boss Alex Mirza aims to modernize luxury ground transportation company amid pressure from ride-sharing apps.
05/06/2025 14:03:09

Reagan National Airport to Close for Army Parade — Expect Travel Delays

The parade, which coincides with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, is expected to shut down Reagan National for several hours.
05/06/2025 13:15:56

Junk Fees, Airport Security, No Tax on Tips: 7 Travel Bills in Congress We’re Tracking

Although travel isn't at the top of Congress’ agenda, lawmakers in Washington are discussing several bills that would impact the industry.
05/06/2025 11:57:59

Hotels Escalate Long-Running Battle Against Booking.com's Pricing Rules

What began as a German court case is rapidly becoming an effort by hotels across Europe to seek financial damages from Booking.com’s for two decades of pricing practices.
05/06/2025 11:17:49

Travel Managers Are Fed Up With Their Corporate Booking Tools

Corporate travel managers are done making excuses for legacy booking tools. With low adoption, clunky interfaces, and limited inventory still plaguing the user experience, companies are moving fast to rethink their tech stack.
05/06/2025 10:58:52

Wizz Air Maps Major Ukraine Comeback, But Peace Remains Elusive

Wizz Air wants to seize a once-in-a-generation vacuum left by defunct national carriers and sidelined Russian firms. Peace in Ukraine can feel distant, but that’s not stopping airlines from priming their post-war plans.
05/06/2025 09:40:17

TAP Air Portugal Expands in U.S., Operating Chief Shares Growth Strategy

TAP Air Portugal plans to further expand its U.S. presence, riding on Portugal’s tourism boom with Americans.
05/06/2025 09:04:05

White House Considers $1,000 Fee to Speed Up Tourist Visas, Memo Says

While fast tracking visitor visas would make travel easier for some travelers, it might not do much to solve the pressing issue of lengthy wait times for interviews.
05/06/2025 08:32:28

Booking Holdings Hedges Google Disruption, Wants to 'Be Close' to AI Hyperscalers

Keep your friends close and their disrupters closer.
05/06/2025 07:58:48