Travel Industry Technology Trends

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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.

Egencia global WiFi for business
News / Technology
Expedia’s TMC now offers global Wi-Fi for business travelers
By Mitra Sorrells | July 2, 2018
Egencia, the business travel arm of the Expedia Group, has added global WiFi as a benefit for clients... Read More
airline app customer service
News / Technology
How airlines can improve customer service via their apps
By Jill Menze | June 29, 2018
Consumers primarily communicate via social networks and messaging apps on their mobile devices, which... Read More
Alexa, what do Echo devices in hotels mean for travel marketers?
News / Technology
Alexa, what do Echo devices in hotels mean for travel marketers?
By Mat Harris - Sojern | June 29, 2018
It’s no secret that Amazon is extremely well-positioned to disrupt digital advertising, with a massive... Read More
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News / Technology
360-degree content credited with hotel booking boost
By Kevin May | June 28, 2018
Rich content, such as virtual reality-based content, has become one of the main mechanisms of... Read More
CellPoint Mobile launches new engine to increase direct bookings, reach mobile customers
News / Technology
CellPoint Mobile launches new engine to increase direct bookings, reach mobile customers
By Jill Menze | June 28, 2018
CellPoint Mobile has unveiled a new product to address two travel provider pain points: securing... Read More
Connect, sense, learn, act - the steps to gaining passenger insight
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Connect, sense, learn, act - the steps to gaining passenger insight
By Sponsored Content | June 28, 2018
Sponsored by TIBCO. Airports and airlines need to aggregate and analyse data to improve the on-airport... Read More
MyRoom combines AR and virtual tours to help hotel guests choose a room
News / Technology
MyRoom combines AR and virtual tours to help hotel guests choose a room
By Rob Gill | June 28, 2018
US hotel technology specialist Koridor has launched its MyRoom platform allowing guests to choose... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: Instaroom brings communication to direct hotel bookings
Interview / Technology
STARTUP STAGE: Instaroom brings communication to direct hotel bookings
By Kevin May | June 27, 2018
Instaroom has built what it calls a "concierge platform" so that hotels can communicate directly with... Read More
A brief history of artificial intelligence
News / Technology
A brief history of artificial intelligence
By Simone Puorto | June 27, 2018
"I do not fear computers. I fear the lack of them" (Isaac Asimov) Agreeing on a definition of... Read More
Spafax hackathon finds new airline use-cases for AI
News / Technology
Spafax hackathon finds new airline use-cases for AI
By Marisa Garcia | June 25, 2018
The first hackathon from airline entertainment curator Spafax saw developers explore use-cases for... Read More
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Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More
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Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
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
May 6, 2025
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