Travel Industry Technology Trends

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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.

Reimagining the airport model with a customer-focused, digital lens
News / Technology
Reimagining the airport model with a customer-focused, digital lens
By Paul Griffiths - Dubai Airports | October 12, 2018
The very nature of the aviation sector makes it an absolute necessity to have a long‐term view.... Read More
VIDEO: Checkfront on Google's entry and where the experiences sector is heading
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VIDEO: Checkfront on Google's entry and where the experiences sector is heading
By PhocusWire | October 11, 2018
Checkfront is one of the first partners for the Reserve With Google initiative - a development that... Read More
(iCYMI) Mobile and messaging for hotels – APAC leads the way
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(iCYMI) Mobile and messaging for hotels – APAC leads the way
By Sponsored Content | October 11, 2018
Sponsored by Sabre Asia-Pacific is widely seen as the most important region when it comes to the... Read More
Phocuswright Conference 2018 preview Fred Lalonde
Interview / Technology
In the green room at Phocuswright with... Fred Lalonde
By PhocusWire | October 11, 2018
Fresh off a $100 million funding round, the CEO of the price prediction and booking app participates... Read More
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News / Distribution
NDC Exchange boosted by five new airlines
By Linda Fox | October 11, 2018
NDC Exchange, created by ATPCO and SITA, sees five new carriers join.... Read More
VIDEO: LIVN on bringing a GDS approach to tours and activities
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VIDEO: LIVN on bringing a GDS approach to tours and activities
By PhocusWire | October 11, 2018
LIVN has a pertinent perspective on how the tours and activities is likely to develop on the next few... Read More
Overcoming the many challenges to make blockchain work for airline distribution
News / Technology
Overcoming the many challenges to make blockchain work for airline distribution
By Linda Fox | October 11, 2018
Airlines are experimenting with different use cases blockchain and some see real potential for... Read More
VIDEO: iSeatz on its ancillary management system
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VIDEO: iSeatz on its ancillary management system
By PhocusWire | October 10, 2018
iSeatz, the travel commerce and merchandizing technology company, recently debuted its Ancillary... Read More
VIDEO: Autoura on an autonomous vehicle-led revolution in travel
News / Technology
VIDEO: Autoura on an autonomous vehicle-led revolution in travel
By Kevin May | October 10, 2018
The automotive industry is (finally) fully behind the idea of autonomous vehicles entering the market.... Read More
Airline passengers less willing to share data than a year ago
News / Technology
Airline passengers less willing to share data than a year ago
By Marisa Garcia | October 10, 2018
The 2018 IATA Global Passenger Survey (GPS) reveals that passengers are significantly less willing to... 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