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.

How Bluesmart became one of the most successful crowdfunding campaigns ever
News / Technology
How Bluesmart became one of the most successful crowdfunding campaigns ever
By Nick Vivion | December 17, 2014
Bluesmart is the first smart suitcase to market, appearing with a bang and becoming one of the top... Read More
Guess the country with the best public wifi
News / Technology
Guess the country with the best public wifi
By Kevin May | December 17, 2014
There is an endless debate about roaming charges and how much they restrict travellers from taking... Read More
The end of the age of the travel app - hello, SnapApps
News / Technology
The end of the age of the travel app - hello, SnapApps
By Timothy O'Neil-Dunne | December 16, 2014
Every day we see it:  Try me!! Download my brand new, amazing travel app!! NOW!!! But then we also... Read More
San Francisco museum goes hands-free via Google Glass
News / Technology
San Francisco museum goes hands-free via Google Glass
By Linda Fox | December 12, 2014
Art lovers in San Francisco are in for a more immersive experience following a partnership between the... Read More
Expedia releases live travel ticker and real-time reviews
News / Technology
Expedia releases live travel ticker and real-time reviews
By Nick Vivion | December 11, 2014
Expedia CEO Dara Khosrowshahi revealed two new data-led features on stage from the annual Expedia... Read More
Business travel managers brace for impact from data security and mobile
News / Technology
Business travel managers brace for impact from data security and mobile
By Linda Fox | December 11, 2014
Business travel managers are expecting data security and mobile technology to have the highest impact... Read More
How travel compares to other industries for mobile use and transactions
News / Technology
How travel compares to other industries for mobile use and transactions
By Kevin May | December 10, 2014
Analysis of over 3,000 ecommerce brands has shone a light on how the travel sector shapes up against... Read More
Startup pitch: Tripnary brings airfare comparisons to bucket lists
News / Technology
Startup pitch: Tripnary brings airfare comparisons to bucket lists
By Nick Vivion | December 9, 2014
Mobile-first travel startups are the new-normal, as startups follow the shifting attention spans of... Read More
THack Bangalore results - creativity abounds during a weekend of frantic coding
News / Technology
THack Bangalore results - creativity abounds during a weekend of frantic coding
By Martin Cowen | December 8, 2014
The second  Tnooz THack Bangalore took place last weekend at the offices of HolidayIQ. In a slightly... Read More
Why you should avoid selling rooms for peanuts on last-minute hotel apps
News / Technology
Why you should avoid selling rooms for peanuts on last-minute hotel apps
By Viewpoints | December 5, 2014
This Thanksgiving holiday in the US was an eventful one for the hospitality industry, not least due to... Read More
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