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.

Shorter booking windows require smarter marketing: How AI can transform travel campaigns
Opinion / Technology
Shorter booking windows require smarter marketing: How AI can transform travel campaigns
By Ryan Fitzgerald - Net Conversion | December 29, 2025
As consumer booking behavior shifts, Net Conversion CEO and co-founder Ryan Fitzgerald discusses the... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Trip.com Group, SITA, NextTrip and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Trip.com Group, SITA, NextTrip and more...
By PhocusWire | December 26, 2025
Here's our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week.... Read More
Lyft, Uber to introduce Baidu robotaxis in London
News / Technology
Lyft, Uber to introduce Baidu robotaxis in London
By Abby Crotty | December 22, 2025
Lyft and Uber announced separate partnerships with Beijing-based Baidu over the summer.... Read More
Industry stakeholders on tech's role in solving traveler pain points
News / Technology
Industry stakeholders on tech's role in solving traveler pain points
By Morgan Hines | December 19, 2025
Executives from Kayak, Skyscanner and Civitatis share the traveler pain points they're hoping to solve... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Travelport, Clear, United Airlines and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Travelport, Clear, United Airlines and more...
By PhocusWire | December 19, 2025
Here's our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week.... Read More
How ready is your travel company for agentic AI?
Opinion / Technology
How ready is your travel company for agentic AI?
By Manuel Hilty - Nezasa | December 19, 2025
Nezasa CEO Manuel Hilty contends that tools will become the differentiator for travel companies in the... Read More
How travel companies should prepare for agentic commerce
News / Technology
How travel companies should prepare for agentic commerce
By Morgan Hines | December 18, 2025
Industry stakeholders from Stripe, Visa and ARC weigh in on how agentic commerce will transform... Read More
Intelligent travel choice in a world of infinite options
From Our Partners / Technology
Intelligent travel choice in a world of infinite options
By Mark Frary | December 17, 2025
AI will bring consumer grade experiences to the corporate realm.... Read More
DMOs on AI implementation, challenges and education
News / Technology
DMOs on AI implementation, challenges and education
By Morgan Hines | December 17, 2025
DMOs are using AI to increase efficiency, and education has been essential for implementation.... Read More
Implementing technology in cruise and what comes next with AI
News / Technology
Implementing technology in cruise and what comes next with AI
By Abby Crotty | December 16, 2025
Cruisebound's Pierre-Olivier Lepage and Alyza's Markus Stumpe discuss AI's role in cruise and how they... Read More
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Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
September 9, 2025
Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
August 19, 2025
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his thoughts on the importance of balancing AI... Read More
Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
May 6, 2025
Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More