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.

Travel tech: A glimpse into the future
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Travel tech: A glimpse into the future
By PhocusWire | December 24, 2019
Travel Technology Europe is back for its 17th year on February 26-27, 2020, and will once again... Read More
Booking.com building connected travel with Google Nest
News / Technology
Booking.com building connected travel with Google Nest
By Linda Fox | December 20, 2019
Booking.com and Google Nest say guests and hosts are looking for more safety and security features... Read More
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Interview / Technology
In The Big Chair LIVE – Mike Premo of ARC
By Mitra Sorrells | December 19, 2019
Mike Premo has been CEO of ARC (Airlines Reporting Corporation) since 2011 and has announced he will... Read More
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News / Technology
Domio captures $100M investment for international expansion
By Steven Lerner | December 19, 2019
Upscale apartment-hotel provider Domio has secured $100 million in Series B funding.  ... Read More
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From Our Partners / Technology
Predictions for the next decade of travel
By Jim Pratt - WEX | December 17, 2019
WEX senior vice president Jim Pratt predicts rapid innovation will reshape the travel industry in the... Read More
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News / Technology
TravelFlan bags $7M to enhance IT, expand to new markets
By Steven Lerner | December 17, 2019
The Series A round brings the Hong Kong-based AI digital solution startup's total funding to... Read More
The Future Of Travel Experience: The "space between" for digital-led airlines
Interview / Technology
The Future Of Travel Experience: The "space between" for digital-led airlines
By Jeff Katz - Journera | December 13, 2019
In this installment, Katz interviews two of the biggest forces behind United's customer experience... Read More
TUI suffers 26% EBITA decline due to 737 MAX grounding
News / Technology
TUI suffers 26% EBITA decline due to 737 MAX grounding
By Steven Lerner | December 11, 2019
TUI’s underlying EBITA tumbled 26% year-over-year from €1,143 million to €893 million due to the... Read More
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News / Technology
Norwegian targets more personalization across every passenger channel
By Linda Fox | December 11, 2019
Norwegian Air Shuttle is putting a personalization strategy in place after signing a five-year... Read More
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News / Technology
How airline customer experience will take off with artificial intelligence
By Puneet Mehta - Netomi | December 11, 2019
Netomi CEO Puneet Mehta says 2020 will be a pivotal year for use of artificial intelligence in the... Read More
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 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More
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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
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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