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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.

Why Meerkat is the next big marketing thing in travel [UPDATED]
News / Technology
Why Meerkat is the next big marketing thing in travel [UPDATED]
By Nick Vivion | March 13, 2015
UPDATE: Twitter officially announced the acquisition of Periscope, a similar app to Meerkat that has... Read More
Lyft picks up half a billion dollars
News / Technology
Lyft picks up half a billion dollars
By Martin Cowen | March 13, 2015
Ride-sharing app Lyft has confirmed a $530 million Series E funding round, led by Japanese e-commerce... Read More
Chinese tourism - a case study in tech as a disruptor
News / Technology
Chinese tourism - a case study in tech as a disruptor
By Martin Cowen | March 12, 2015
BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research is the latest to release a report into the Chinese tourism sector,... Read More
WEBINAR VIDEO - How to transform the day-of-travel experience with mobile services
Webinars / Technology
WEBINAR VIDEO - How to transform the day-of-travel experience with mobile services
By Kevin May | March 12, 2015
What are pain points that travellers experience on their day of travel? How can intelligent mobile... Read More
TUI looks to digital to close gaps in the holiday journey
News / Technology
TUI looks to digital to close gaps in the holiday journey
By Linda Fox | March 12, 2015
Going from traditional tour operator, with a distribution network of stores, to a digital business was... Read More
European roaming charges remain as governments open negotiations
News / Technology
European roaming charges remain as governments open negotiations
By Linda Fox | March 11, 2015
Keeping in touch with friends and family back home, navigating a European city and checking email... Read More
Marriott to debut Apple Pay at 11 US hotels
News / Technology
Marriott to debut Apple Pay at 11 US hotels
By Sean O'Neil | March 10, 2015
This summer, Marriott International will begin offering Apple Pay as a payment alternative to credit... Read More
Ridesharing, airports and hotels to benefit from Apple Watch integrations
News / Technology
Ridesharing, airports and hotels to benefit from Apple Watch integrations
By Nick Vivion | March 9, 2015
As expected there are three key areas of travel that will benefit from the upcoming Apple Watch... Read More
Patent finding reveals how movement could integrate into Apple payments ecosystem
News / Technology
Patent finding reveals how movement could integrate into Apple payments ecosystem
By Nick Vivion | March 9, 2015
Today is W-Day — Apple Watch Day. The Cupertino-based tech behemoth is set to reveal final details... Read More
Closing in on a 360-degree view for airports and airlines
News / Technology
Closing in on a 360-degree view for airports and airlines
By Linda Fox | March 6, 2015
SITA has combined trends and numbers from recent reports to reveal how airports and carriers are... Read More
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