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.

Even diehards now realise Google Glass is not cool
News / Technology
Even diehards now realise Google Glass is not cool
By PhocusWire | November 18, 2014
DEVICES: This was always going to be the problem with Google Glass - it's just not "cool" enough for... Read More
WEBINAR VIDEO: Take back control of your hotel's direct channel
Webinars / Technology
WEBINAR VIDEO: Take back control of your hotel's direct channel
By PhocusWire | November 17, 2014
Hotels and resorts – especially independents – are facing skyrocketing costs of distribution on... Read More
HotelTonight looks to tomorrow's hotel guest experience
News / Technology
HotelTonight looks to tomorrow's hotel guest experience
By Nick Vivion | November 17, 2014
After 10 years as an attendee, HotelTonight CEO Sam Shank took to the Phocuswright stage with a look... Read More
Startup pitch: Discoveroom builds mobile enterprise for B&B and inn owners
News / Technology
Startup pitch: Discoveroom builds mobile enterprise for B&B and inn owners
By Sean O'Neil | November 14, 2014
Greek startup Discoveroom builds mobile-first, enterprise tools for the long-tail of owners of... Read More
Uber does what it's told in India
News / Technology
Uber does what it's told in India
By Martin Cowen | November 14, 2014
Uber's Indian operations now offer a digital payment platform which meets regulatory requirements and... Read More
eLong begins PC to mobile turnaround phase
News / Technology
eLong begins PC to mobile turnaround phase
By Martin Cowen | November 14, 2014
eLong has admitted its Q3 performance fell short of expectations, but the shortfall is a result of... Read More
Making every second count in mobile travel marketing
News / Technology
Making every second count in mobile travel marketing
By Viewpoints | November 13, 2014
Traveling is the ultimate mobile experience, both in the physical sense and in the way that we access... Read More
HomeAway leads $20 million investment round in Gogobot
News / Technology
HomeAway leads $20 million investment round in Gogobot
By Nick Vivion | November 12, 2014
Vacation rental service HomeAway has doubled-down on content, reviews and recommendations for its... Read More
Orbitz CEO names mobile and loyalty as key to growth
News / Technology
Orbitz CEO names mobile and loyalty as key to growth
By Nick Vivion | November 12, 2014
After posting strong Q3 results, Orbitz Worldwide CEO Barney Harford names "industry-best" loyalty... Read More
TLearn webinar VIDEO: 360-degree view customers
Webinars / Technology
TLearn webinar VIDEO: 360-degree view customers
By PhocusWire | November 12, 2014
Having rich 1:1 engagements with your customer – whether via email, online, mobile, in the call center... Read More
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