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.

Believe the hype? 14 travel blockchain startups to watch in 2019
News / Technology
Believe the hype? 14 travel blockchain startups to watch in 2019
By Mitra Sorrells | December 20, 2018
Blockchain has been one of the most talked about concepts of 2018 - not least in travel, where its... Read More
vacation rental tech startups
Opinion / Technology
Momentum and the vacation rental tech startup scene
By Vanessa de Souza Lage - Rentals United | December 20, 2018
The vacation and short-term rental industry is an exciting place for startups right now. There’s been... Read More
VIDEO: OAG on adding tech to intelligence
From Our Partners / Technology
VIDEO: OAG on adding tech to intelligence
By Kevin May | December 19, 2018
The combination of innovation and technology in aviation has never been as strong and, most... Read More
Travelers want more payment options and greater pricing transparency in online shopping
News / Online
Travelers want more payment options and greater pricing transparency in online shopping
By Linda Fox | December 19, 2018
Travelers are seeking a wider range of payment methods as well as greater transparency online... Read More
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Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Davinci TS wants to bring group hotel bookings into the 21st century
By Linda Fox | December 19, 2018
Davinci TS is a platform for the booking and management of group bookings in hotels. It aims to... Read More
How travel brands can turn short‐term immediacy into long‐term loyalty
Opinion / Technology
How travel brands can turn short‐term immediacy into long‐term loyalty
By Chuck Christianson - Connexions Loyalty | December 19, 2018
Friction in travel is unavoidable. Here's how brands can use technology to turn adverse customer... Read More
VIDEO: App In The Air - Launch pitch at Phocuswright 2018
Interview / Technology
VIDEO: App In The Air - Launch pitch at Phocuswright 2018
By Kevin May | December 19, 2018
Introducing personalized air booking: tailored search results that are "biased" towards the user.... Read More
Skyscanner airline future op ed
Opinion / Technology
Will airline growth be dependent on mobile and smart technology?
By Hugh Aitken - Skyscanner | December 18, 2018
With passenger numbers set to double over the next twenty years, the aviation industry will need to... Read More
VIDEO: Arkose Labs on beating hackers at their own game
From Our Partners / Technology
VIDEO: Arkose Labs on beating hackers at their own game
By Kevin May | December 18, 2018
Cyber attacks are getting increasingly sophisticated, as numerous events over the course of 2018 have... Read More
VIDEO: XTrader - Summit pitch at Phocuswright 2018
Interview / Technology
VIDEO: XTrader - Summit pitch at Phocuswright 2018
By Kevin May | December 18, 2018
XTrader offers connected TV and digital video as customer acquisition channels in China.... Read More
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Every link in the booking chain is a compliance risk—and now AI agents have added one more
October 27, 2026
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.
October 21, 2026
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