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We asked 17 industry experts one question:

"What was the most critical event or development in travel and tourism in 2025 that will shape the industry in 2026 and beyond, and how?"

Yes, AI definitely made the headlines — but it’s far from the only game-changer. From new aviation trends to payment innovations, the insights were diverse and sometimes surprising.

Check out full quotes in our Christmas special material here: www.altexsoft.com/travel-industry-news/what-happen…

🎄From all of us at AltexSoft, happy holidays and a very Merry Christmas!

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What does à la carte mean in travel and hospitality, and how do individually priced add-ons and ancillaries drive flexibility and revenue, especially for airlines and hotels?

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How do teams actually decide what to build next, and in what order? This video breaks down the software development life cycle, explains each phase from planning to maintenance, and shows how models like Waterfall, Agile, and DevOps shape the way modern software gets delivered.

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Why are employees still paying for work trips with personal cards? This video explores the biggest problems in corporate travel payments and breaks down four smarter approaches, including lodge cards, corporate cards, virtual credit cards, and invoicing.

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What is a baecation, and how are travel brands turning romantic getaways into curated experiences and targeted revenue opportunities?

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Why do most AI initiatives fail to deliver real ROI? In this video we explain why isolated AI pilots rarely work, how companies end up automating chaos, and what it actually takes to redesign workflows so AI delivers measurable business impact.

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 3

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What is dynamic content, and why is real-time availability and pricing data critical for managing travel inventory across direct and indirect distribution channels?

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Why can’t hotel booking work more like building your own meal instead of choosing a fixed combo? This video explores attribute-based shopping, dynamic room assignment, and how unbundling room attributes can unlock new revenue and better match guest preferences.

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 2

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What does AI actually do on modern cruise ships? The video breaks down how cruise lines use machine learning for personalized experiences, voice-enabled assistants, facial recognition boarding, predictive operations, and sustainability efforts across their fleets.

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 2

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What is competition-based pricing, and how can benchmarking against rival offerings shape a company’s position in a crowded market?

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