Championing travel

BTN's 2026 Corporate Travel AI Survey

Artificial intelligence has shifted from novelty to established tech. It's already changed managed travel processes, with the promise of further, maybe revolutionary, change to come.

How the Iran War Is Affecting Flight Costs and Availability

As the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran squeezes global oil supplies, travelers have valid reasons to worry about the cost and availability of flights as they plan their late spring and summer trips.

The AI Cost Trap: Why Travel's Big Bet Is Getting Expensive

Speaking at an aviation event recently, Riccardo Vittoria raised an issue that has long been simmering within the travel industry: the hidden costs of artificial intelligence (AI).

Greece Suspends EES Biometric Checks for UK Visitors

Greece has suspended the requirement for UK passport holders to go through biometric registration, which forms a crucial part of the EU’s new Entry-Exit System (EES).

Report: Sports-Related Travel Fuels a $274.5 Billion Economy

Sports-related travel in the United States generated $111.2 billion in direct economic impact in 2025, with a larger economic impact of $274.5 billion, according to a new report commissioned by the Sports Events and Tourism Association. 

Who Is Irama, the Brand Behind Kuala Lumpur’s New Convention Hotel?

The announcement of a 766-room convention hotel in Kuala Lumpur, positioned as a “leading convention hotel”, marks the first introduction of the Irama brand to many in the MICE industry.

Princess Cruises Announces New Class of Ships

Princess Cruises has announced a new class of ships – the Voyager class – marking a three-ship order that will be the brand’s largest and most advanced to date.