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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DON’T MISS THESE STORIES
How Meta’s New AI Model Could Change Travel
by Adriana Lee
Meta is building AI that could know travelers' social history and see their surroundings in real time. Google isn't there yet.
What Countries Are Telling Travelers About Visiting the U.S. Right Now
by Bailey Schulz
Other countries aren't raising their U.S. travel risk ratings, but they are adding footnotes.
Fuel Crisis Impact: Expect Airline Consolidation — or Elimination, Delta CEO says
by Meghna Maharishi
Delta is now grappling with elevated fuel costs, causing the carrier to cut capacity and raise fares. Delta CEO Ed Bastian said the oil crisis is different from past crises due to the speed at which fuel prices have increased.
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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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