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Kayak was one of first travel companies in 2023 to adopt generative AI, launching a ChatGPT plug-in. The plugin has been discontinued but the company has launched a few other experiments including a chatbot that searches for travel deals and a price checking tool. Yaron Ziidman, a former CTO at Booking Holdings brand Agoda, was named Kayak’s chief technology officer in the last month. Zeidman, previously CTO at Agoda – another Booking Holdings brand – is overseeing the launch of Kayak’s latest initiative: a new AI-powered trip planning site called Kayak.ai. Kayak.ai’s trip planner includes a chatbot which can search…
My whole life, I’ve hiked hard. The thrill of hiking was less about stopping to smell roses, and more about racking up the miles as quickly as possible. In my early 20s, I was forced to slow down my pace due to a medical condition which leaves me tired and sore if I do not keep my activity levels within my limits. Finding the right tools to help you adapt to a new mobility is an enormous relief. The tool that helped me was my trusty Helinox Speed Stool. The tiny stool is so small that it has lived in…
Reading Time < 1 Then, you can get in touch with us. China: Luxury hotel company The Silk Lakehouse opened in Hangzhou as the first Shangri-La Signatures ultra-luxury hotel. The Silk Lakehouse occupies the former Xiling Hotel, which is located on the banks of West Lake. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was built in 1898. Designed by Belgian interior architect Gert Voorjans and Spanish designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán, the transformed property is inspired by a Jiangnan silk merchant’s home. Views of West Lake and the hotel’s gardens are available from 68 rooms. Rooms have freestanding bathtubs, and AI-responsive mattress. Hotel amenities…
Images by Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa, the five-star hotel and spa in Pitlochry, has joined Elegant Hotel Collection, marking a significant milestone as the full-service luxury representation brand expands into Scotland. Nestled in Perthshire’s Big Tree Country, the 42-room Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa is surrounded by enchanting landscapes, making it an idyllic destination for spa and wellness experiences, immersive culinary escapes and high-octane adventures in the Highlands. Originally a grand private residence, the Scots baronial castle was built in 1892 for Lieutenant Colonel George Glas Sandeman, and has since transformed into Pitlochry’s only…
Jupiter’s transition from Gemini to Cancer is a time when you feel more capable of dealing with the world. Look for some sort of satisfying conclusion to your partnership story arc in the first week of June (like an agreement, accord, or contract)—indeed, Venus forming a sextile to Jupiter on June 4 could make for a cute week for a romantic getaway—and then your new reality starts to feel more real during the second week of the month. You will be able to feel this more strongly because of the Sagittarius full moon on June 11. This acts as a…
British & Irish Lions Tour and Ashes Test series tipped to deliver bumper second half of 2025 for Melbourne’s hotel industry Surge in leisure demand soaks up record increase in city hotel supply Accor supports diversity in employment with new partnership Melbourne’s reputation as the sporting capital of Australia is set to drive the strongest annual performance for Accor since 2019. Accor is Australia’s largest hotel operator, with 51 hotels in Greater Melbourne and 13 hotels across regional Victoria. The city began 2025 by hosting the most successful Australian Open on record (1.2 million fans through the gates) and a…
You can also find out more about WHere is Wilhelm of Prussia being crowned German Emperor? In which year did Ian Botham debut in a Test match? How long can sea anemones live? We pondered these questions as we sat outside Heddon orchard Bothy and listened to the river gurgle down the steep valley. (for answers, see * below). On my knees I had a large Penguin book of trivia (91 edition), gifted to me by an old guest who wrote on the flyleaf, “This is your sole entertainment.”The Guardian’s journalism has an independent nature. If you purchase something using…
Walking through rural Japan allows you to take in the striking landscape of Japan at a slower pace.Walking Japan’s Nakasendo Way follows a path through villages, stopping in traditional inns.This tour covers more than 300 miles and is suitable for all physical abilities, provided they can walk about six hours. Over the centuries, nobles, monks and samurai have travelled throughout Japan. between Kyoto and Tokyo along the Nakasendo—the 330-mile “road through the mountains.” This ancient trail, once a bustling route for foot traffic and feudal dramas, is now a quiet, winding ribbon that winds through rural hamlets and forested hills,…
Images by IRIS IRIS, the global leader in digital F&B and guest experience solutions for the hospitality sector, is excited to announce its participation in HITEC 2025, taking place June 16–19 at the Indianapolis Convention Center. IRIS will be on Booth #807, where Graham Rushin, VP Sales & Marketing, and Marcus Bird, Head of Commercial, will be on hand to demonstrate IRIS’s latest mobile ordering Hotel operations can be streamlined and security enhanced with features that boost guest spending, offer in-depth insights, and enhance hotel operations. IRIS is showcasing a number of new features that have already delivered results to…
Its incredible museumsIt’s not surprising that the Riverwalk is so beautiful. With its exceptional shopping and stunning views, there’s nothing to be surprised about. Chicago Is it a favorite destination of travelers? Or is it always on our top 10 list? Readers’ Choice Awards List of the Best Big Cities in the US Directly on Lake Michigan, this city offers the best of both worlds: you can spend the morning at the lake shore, and the afternoon exploring the bustling city streets—shopping, taking pictures with The BeanThere’s something for everyone, whether you’re a couple on a romantic getaway or if…