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.

Amadeus talks trends, Innovation and platform
From Our Partners / Technology
Amadeus talks trends, Innovation and platform
By Mark Bedard | November 18, 2019
If the current hospitality industry could be summed up in a single word it could be this: evolution.... Read More
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News / Technology
Hopper acquires GDX Travel, advancing NDC capacity and geographic growth
By Mitra Sorrells | November 14, 2019
The deal gives Hopper direct access to more than 25 regional and low-cost carriers in Latin America... Read More
In the green room at Phocuswright with... Kenneth Purcell
Interview / Technology
In the green room at Phocuswright with... Kenneth Purcell
By PhocusWire | November 14, 2019
In a series of interviews with executives participating at the event in Florida in November,... Read More
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Opinion / Technology
Why are tour operators neglecting machine learning?
By Nigel Beighton - chief information officer, Atcore | November 13, 2019
Machine learning is underused in the travel industry, yet it could significantly improve efficiency.... Read More
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News / Technology
Airports look to emerging technology (even blockchain) to drive much-needed efficiency
By Linda Fox | November 12, 2019
Airlines and airports are using emerging tech such as LIDAR and blockchain to improve efficiency and... Read More
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Opinion / Technology
The three biggest tech-led trends for airlines right now
By Philippe Der Arslanian - Answair | November 12, 2019
Philippe Der Arslanian shares his take from IATA's recent Airline Industry Retailing Symposium in... Read More
Voi Technology E-Scooters $85m Funding
News / Technology
Voi Technology raises $85M to expand e-scooter services in Europe
By Steven Lerner | November 12, 2019
This latest funding, a Series B round, brings the company’s current funding total to $137.9 million.... Read More
Latin Americans love to travel – and your company should seize this market
From Our Partners / Technology
Latin Americans love to travel – and your company should seize this market
By PhocusWire | November 12, 2019
EBANX's head of travel, Matthew Nutting, highlights the growth of Latin America’s travel market and... Read More
The Phocuswright Conference 2019 preview - A future not fully understood
News / Technology
The Phocuswright Conference 2019 preview - A future not fully understood
By PhocusWire | November 8, 2019
Will the brands that dominate now still be there in a future still yet to be fully defined? Yes and... Read More
Tech investment from aviation continues, cybersecurity and cloud the top priorities
News / Technology
Tech investment from aviation continues, cybersecurity and cloud the top priorities
By Linda Fox | November 6, 2019
Airlines and airports are predicted to invest more than $61 billion in IT in 2019, up from the $50... Read More
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Every link in the booking chain is a compliance risk—and now AI agents have added one more
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Every link in the booking chain is a compliance risk—and now AI agents have added one more
As AI streamlines booking processes, it adds complexity to tax compliance, with information often lost... Read More
The journey is fragmented. Care shouldn’t be.
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The journey is fragmented. Care shouldn’t be.
New research from Allianz Partners highlights how travel protection and proactive support during... Read More
How adventure travel can help brands meet changing traveler expectations
October 15, 2026
How adventure travel can help brands meet changing traveler expectations
As travelers seek more immersive experiences, adventure travel offers brands new opportunities to... Read More