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.

A simple switch keeps consumers’ credit card numbers safe - and builds loyalty
From Our Partners / Technology
A simple switch keeps consumers’ credit card numbers safe - and builds loyalty
By Jim Pratt - WEX Corporate Payments  | April 4, 2019
Traditionally, consumer card details have been handed over to a booking agent, then to an airline or... Read More
VIDEO: Bringing an immersive experience to destination activities
News / Technology
VIDEO: Bringing an immersive experience to destination activities
By Kevin May | April 2, 2019
Similar to advances in the movie industry in recent decades, technology can give visitors a new way to... Read More
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News / Technology
Amadeus says traveler needs are ripe for innovation
By Linda Fox | April 2, 2019
Amadeus Ventures is focusing on the traveler experience in the hope that innovation can improve... Read More
How smaller travel brands can ride the personalization wave
Opinion / Technology
How smaller travel brands can ride the personalization wave
By Matt Langie - Adara | April 2, 2019
Personalization is great for a global airline, or even a regional cruise line. For most smaller travel... Read More
Middle East countries accelerate quantum computing research
Notated News / Technology
Middle East countries accelerate quantum computing research
By Alicia Buller - Computer Weekly  | April 1, 2019
Universities in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have launched quantum computing... Read More
The wake-up call in security that travel brands need to listen to
News / Technology
The wake-up call in security that travel brands need to listen to
By Linda Fox | April 1, 2019
Security breaches in travel are rising - IBM gives some indication as to the reasons why and how much... Read More
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Opinion / Technology
It's time to decide - standardize technology in activities, or not?
By Stephen Joyce - Rezgo | April 1, 2019
The sector is perhaps too far down the path with connectivity to be saved by standards, but a focused... Read More
In the green room at Phocuswright Europe with... Nadim El Manawy
Interview / Technology
In the green room at Phocuswright Europe with... Nadim El Manawy
By PhocusWire | April 1, 2019
Launched in early 2018, Arise uses distributed ledger technology to help hotels control the... Read More
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News / Online
When right goes wrong for travelers in A/B website testing
By Linda Fox | March 29, 2019
A/B testing has become a big part of what online travel agencies do to introduce new functionality and... Read More
PSD2: How to maximize benefits and minimize the impact of 3DS and SCA on your travel company
From Our Partners / Technology
PSD2: How to maximize benefits and minimize the impact of 3DS and SCA on your travel company
By Worldpay | March 29, 2019
Urgent things to learn: a payment directive shall require new customer authentication to be applied to... 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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Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his thoughts on the importance of balancing AI... Read More
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