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.

Watch out, TripIt: Google Inbox adds Trip Bundles, an itinerary-tracker
News / Technology
Watch out, TripIt: Google Inbox adds Trip Bundles, an itinerary-tracker
By Sean O'Neil | May 28, 2015
Google's new email service, Inbox, now automatically groups all the messages about a trip into a... Read More
GoEuro debuts multi-modal search app, 3mundi gets smart, Ryanair upgrades app, and more...
News / Technology
GoEuro debuts multi-modal search app, 3mundi gets smart, Ryanair upgrades app, and more...
By PhocusWire | May 28, 2015
This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel DEVICES in tourism and hospitality for... Read More
Desktop travel bookings tipped for rapid drop, mobile becoming booking mainstay
News / Technology
Desktop travel bookings tipped for rapid drop, mobile becoming booking mainstay
By Nick Vivion | May 27, 2015
SITA has released the results of its latest Passenger IT Trends survey, showing rising use of mobile... Read More
Mapquest shifts gears, partners with Mapbox for its mapping UI
News / Technology
Mapquest shifts gears, partners with Mapbox for its mapping UI
By Nick Vivion | May 22, 2015
Clearly we're not the only ones that were paying attention with Mapbox's product that can fuel all... Read More
One in every five dollars spent on travel now coming from mobile
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One in every five dollars spent on travel now coming from mobile
By Nick Vivion | May 22, 2015
Mobile continues to drive more bookings in travel, with one in five dollars now coming from the... Read More
VCs buy stake in hotel tech provider Ariane for Euro 3 million
News / Technology
VCs buy stake in hotel tech provider Ariane for Euro 3 million
By Martin Cowen | May 22, 2015
Ariane Systems, a provider of self-check-in/out technology for hotels, has sold a minority stake to... Read More
Mapbox could unleash a wave of creativity in mapping with its developer SDK
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Mapbox could unleash a wave of creativity in mapping with its developer SDK
By Nick Vivion | May 21, 2015
Mapbox, who's client list includes Roadtrippers, has now expanded into an open mobile SDK, free for up... Read More
Wearables booming in Asia-Pacific, so travel and Apple Watch have a big opportunity
News / Technology
Wearables booming in Asia-Pacific, so travel and Apple Watch have a big opportunity
By Viewpoints | May 21, 2015
We are all told that the Apple Watch is ideal for bite-sized pieces of information, all consumed in a... Read More
Thomas Cook looks beyond waves for common systems approach
News / Technology
Thomas Cook looks beyond waves for common systems approach
By Linda Fox | May 20, 2015
There is a lot of 'oneness' going on within the Europe's two tour operating giants as they strive for... Read More
Wifi and 24/7 tech support are now essential to cruise passengers
News / Technology
Wifi and 24/7 tech support are now essential to cruise passengers
By Nick Vivion | May 20, 2015
UK travelers who have never cruised before are inclined to embark on one soon, according to a recent... Read More
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