Travel Industry Technology Trends

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the intersection of travel, tourism and hospitality with technology, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more.

Technology is at the heart of transformation across the travel and tourism sector. From AI and automation to blockchain, biometrics, and cloud infrastructure, PhocusWire covers the key travel industry technology trends driving innovation and disruption across every segment of the travel value chain.

Emerging travel technologies and digital solutions in tourism

Gain insight into how travel companies are adopting cutting-edge tools to optimize operations, personalize customer experiences, and expand their reach. Our reporting highlights the latest product rollouts, platform integrations, and strategic tech investments from startups and established players alike, offering a deep look at the evolution of travel commerce and infrastructure.

How 3D robots can aid hotels amid labor shortages
Opinion / Technology
How 3D robots can aid hotels amid labor shortages
By David Chen - Orbbec | August 23, 2021
Robots are some of the most impactful forms of hospitality technology hoteliers can invest in to... Read More
Sounding Off: COVID helped pave the way for innovation in people
Interview / Technology
Sounding Off: COVID helped pave the way for innovation in people
By PhocusWire | August 20, 2021
Behind all the initiatives and recovery strategies are people, determined to ensure their employers or... Read More
How COVID-19 has changed travel's chief technology officers
News / Technology
How COVID-19 has changed travel's chief technology officers
By Linda Fox | August 19, 2021
Travel CTOs have had to acquire new skills, upend their priority list and think carefully about how to... Read More
As consumers gear up for open banking are we now ready for open traveler?
Opinion / Technology
As consumers gear up for open banking are we now ready for open traveler?
By Tony Evans - TProfile | August 19, 2021
Open traveler models could spur action in other markets, by encouraging traveles to look at other... Read More
Getting travel back to work
From Our Partners / Technology
Getting travel back to work
By Marisa Garcia | August 18, 2021
Process automation and digital tools can empower employees, protect and even future proof operations.... Read More
RateGain plans IPO, more acquisitions in the cards
News / Technology
RateGain plans IPO, more acquisitions in the cards
By Linda Fox | August 18, 2021
RateGain hopes to raise $54 million from a fresh issue of shares while the company's founders and... Read More
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Opinion / Technology
My Method… How this airport uses queue management technology
By Meghan Hussey - Xovis | August 18, 2021
This Michigan airport is using a system that notifies stakeholders if wait times exceed 25 minutes and... Read More
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News / Technology
Q&A: The potential of decentralized digital ID in travel
By Mitra Sorrells | August 16, 2021
Decentralized digital identity solutions could dramatically change distribution, marketing,... Read More
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News / Technology
Mews acquires Hotel Perfect for U.K. hotel tech push
By Linda Fox | August 13, 2021
The acquisition boosts the growth of Mews in the U.K. market.... Read More
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Opinion / Technology
The many ways Magecart can hack travel sites
By Avishai Shafir - PerimeterX | August 12, 2021
Magecart is taking off, but OTAs and travel sites can save themselves grief and major financial risk... Read More
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 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More