WHAT WE'RE TALKING ABOUT TODAY
We’ve been tracking what countries have told their citizens about visiting the U.S. The language we are seeing does not reflect long-term healthy relationships.
Meta is out with a new AI model, and there are a few ways it could transform travel planning. Will consumers trust a legacy company when new ones with similar tech make promises without the Facebook baggage?
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said he believes surging fuel costs will force structural changes across the airline industry.
Read on, below.
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How Meta’s New AI Model Could Change Travel
by Adriana Lee
What Countries Are Telling Travelers About Visiting the U.S. Right Now
by Bailey Schulz
Fuel Crisis Impact: Expect Airline Consolidation — or Elimination, Delta CEO says
by Meghna Maharishi
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CHART OF THE DAY
Over the past few weeks, we’ve run multiple stories related to the impact of the war on Iran. In the last two weeks, airlines have announced fees related to the hits they are taking on both fuel costs and navigating new routes because of the conflict.
Despite the current cease fire, there may be more announcements in the future. We’ll update the chart above as developments unfold.
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