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.

Poking and provoking DMOs about their role in digital travel
News / Technology
Poking and provoking DMOs about their role in digital travel
By Gene Quinn | May 2, 2014
Aarhus may be the "second city" of Denmark behind Copenhagen, but all eyes this week were on this... Read More
Foursquare splits into two, drops check-in, and focuses more on discovery
News / Technology
Foursquare splits into two, drops check-in, and focuses more on discovery
By Nick Vivion | May 1, 2014
Big news today in the location-based social media space: original niche creator Foursquare has... Read More
Mobile travel marketing deep dive - devices, campaign strategy, spend and more
News / Technology
Mobile travel marketing deep dive - devices, campaign strategy, spend and more
By Karthick Prabu | May 1, 2014
Airlines and booking websites are the two segments investing most heavily in mobile advertising while... Read More
Startup pitch: Bucketlistly ties life travel goals to community
News / Technology
Startup pitch: Bucketlistly ties life travel goals to community
By Nick Vivion | April 30, 2014
Bucket lists have been a widespread means of tracking "before I die" goals, reaching peak popularity... Read More
TripAdvisor wins with DaoDao debut, JustInTimeTourist watches the clock, and more devices news...
News / Technology
TripAdvisor wins with DaoDao debut, JustInTimeTourist watches the clock, and more devices news...
By PhocusWire | April 30, 2014
This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel DEVICES in tourism and hospitality for... Read More
Game changer: AT&T flies into Gogo skies with in-flight LTE service
News / Technology
Game changer: AT&T flies into Gogo skies with in-flight LTE service
By Nick Vivion | April 29, 2014
Telecom conglomerate AT&T is flying straight into the Gogo skies, announcing installation of... Read More
Using mobile to get personal (and sell more) in travel
News / Technology
Using mobile to get personal (and sell more) in travel
By Kevin May | April 29, 2014
Anyone who still doubts the impact of mobile on the travel sector clearly needs their head testing  -... Read More
Dear tour operators, welcome to 2014 - online reviews drive bookings
News / Technology
Dear tour operators, welcome to 2014 - online reviews drive bookings
By Viewpoints | April 25, 2014
I feel a bit like a dinosaur. I’ve been in the user generated content (UGC) game since before the... Read More
Air Berlin simplifies boarding by throwing Pebble into the mix
News / Technology
Air Berlin simplifies boarding by throwing Pebble into the mix
By Linda Fox | April 24, 2014
Air Berlin is claiming a first with the launch of boarding via smartwatch enabling passengers to... Read More
TripAdvisor study: Wifi, deals and price influence travel decisions, Asia leads in mobile
News / Technology
TripAdvisor study: Wifi, deals and price influence travel decisions, Asia leads in mobile
By Karthick Prabu | April 23, 2014
While mobile seems to appear as a key channel in travel industry, it still hasn't made its mark when... Read More
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