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.

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News / Distribution
Lufthansa Innovation Hub offers rewards via RYDES app
By Linda Fox | March 25, 2019
Lufthansa Innovation Hub unveils RYDES mobility application, rewarding consumers for public transport... Read More
In the green room at Phocuswright Europe with... Norbert Stiekema
Interview / Technology
In the green room at Phocuswright Europe with... Norbert Stiekema
By PhocusWire | March 25, 2019
In a series of interviews with executives participating at the event in Amsterdam in May, PhocusWire... Read More
Sounding Off: The autonomous option may not be the one chosen
Interview / Technology
Sounding Off: The autonomous option may not be the one chosen
By PhocusWire | March 22, 2019
Second-guessing consumer behavior, especially when it comes to the introduction of new technology, is... Read More
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Opinion / Technology
Rental car companies need to evolve now, or they will die
By Rob Cosentino - Epsilon | March 22, 2019
Similar to other industries, there is a need for evolution by both traditional car rental companies... Read More
VIDEO: How a gamification app can find a role in tourism
News / Technology
VIDEO: How a gamification app can find a role in tourism
By Kevin May | March 22, 2019
Gamification of tech services is not an entirely new concept in the travel industry but the... Read More
Amadeus buys bag-drop tech provider ICM Airport Technics
News / Technology
Amadeus buys bag-drop tech provider ICM Airport Technics
By Kevin May | March 21, 2019
Australia-based ICM Airport Technics is now part of the Amadeus family of brands... Read More
Guesty leads short-term rental software race with $35M raise
News / Technology
Guesty leads short-term rental software race with $35M raise
By Jill Menze | March 21, 2019
The property management platform’s funding now totals $60 million - the highest of any other software... Read More
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News / Online
Highly connected hotel industry continues to be vulnerable to cyber attacks
By Linda Fox | March 20, 2019
Fraud in travel is on the up, according to a number of recently released reports from experts in the... Read More
VIDEO: Trekksoft on Google and a shifting market in activities
News / Technology
VIDEO: Trekksoft on Google and a shifting market in activities
By Kevin May | March 20, 2019
Software vendors for tour and activity suppliers have a unique spot in the sector - an ability to... Read More
Why does the financial community not value digital innovation at airlines?
Opinion / Technology
Why does the financial community not value digital innovation at airlines?
By Lennart Dobravsky - Lufthansa Innovation Hub | March 20, 2019
Lufthansa Innovation Hub used AI to analyze the major themes discussed by Wall Street and top... Read More
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