Fora buys Legends. RedDoorz for nomads. AirAsia’s new universe. TourRadar funds adventures. Wellness and walkability.
Fora acquires AI startup Legends
Fora, a tech-powered travel agency, has acquired AI-focused data platform Legends for an undisclosed amount. Both companies, founded in 2021, share a focus on combining technology with the human touch in travel. Legends, winner of the 2023 Phocuswright/Web in Travel [...]
Tech, heart and hospitality: Three hoteliers, three roads to the future
From the polished corridors of a luxury hotel to the barefoot vibes of Potato Head Bali, and the brainy back-end of Lighthouse, three hoteliers – Christine Tan, Jack Tan, and Sharon Chen – embody different worlds of hospitality. But beneath the surface, they share a common goal: making sense o [...]
Greg Schulze on the Barry Diller moment, global scale and staying gentle | Conversations On Turning 20
When you get to the ripe young age of 20, you’re bound to collect lots of stories – not only about the past but lessons for the future.
As WiT marks its 20th year in 2025, we turn the spotlight on our community, our tribe pioneers and leaders, to tell their stories and share their views on th [...]
Rewriting travel: From anti-loyalty to creators’ power
At WiT Indie, where travel’s rebels and rule-breakers come to play, the conversation isn’t just about distribution channels or loyalty metrics – it’s about dismantling the old world of travel and building a new one grounded in community, creativity and traveller-centric thinking.
That’s [...]
Frontier’s disruption assistance. AI-powered hotel marketing. AirAsia boosts game developers. More.
Frontier launch first-ever “Any Reason” disruption assistance for travellers, powered by HTS
Frontier Airlines has introduced “Disruption Assistance for Any Reason,” an industry-first travel flexibility benefit powered by Hopper’s B2B division, HTS, as part of its “New Frontier” initi [...]
Why the ‘Indie Edge’ matters to the OTA power players
While the major OTAs are largely driven by scale, their travellers are increasingly seeking indie travel experiences, which explains why almost all of them are entering the tours and activities space.
With the market inching closer to a projected US$279 billion market size by 2025, and only 30% o [...]
Between rush and reflection: The curse of technology and the promise of indie travel
When WiT Indie opened in Penang, it didn’t begin with bold predictions or shiny tech promises. It began with two voices – one steeped in history and thought, the other in curiosity and courage – inviting the audience to pause, reflect, and rethink what it means to travel in these times.
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Only 6% travellers fully trust AI, as new study maps excitement amidst anxiety
Latest Booking.com research report reveals excitement, hesitation, and regional contrasts shaping consumer attitudes towards Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Booking.com has released The Global AI Sentiment Report, drawing on insights from over 37,000 consumers across 33 markets to explore how people a [...]
Kei Shibata on unusual starts, grit and golden era for Asia | Conversations On Turning 20
When you get to the ripe young age of 20, you’re bound to collect lots of stories – not only about the past but lessons for the future.
As WiT marks its 20th year in 2025, we turn the spotlight on our community, our tribe pioneers and leaders, to tell their stories and share their views on th [...]
Shorter, cozier tours. DerbySoft’s AI agent. STARFLYER upgrades loyalty. MakeMyTrip’s successful new platform.
Arival report cites shorter tours, smaller groups - travellers prioritize intimacy and convenience
Travellers in the U.S. and Europe are increasingly opting for shorter, smaller, and more flexible tour experiences, according to Arival’s 2025 Tour Taker report, with input from 800 U.S. and 1,600 [...]
