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.

In The Big Chair - Layton Han of ADARA
Interview / Technology
In The Big Chair - Layton Han of ADARA
By Mitra Sorrells | August 3, 2018
Founded in 2009 ADARA analyzes data to help clients understand travelers’ behavior, patterns and... Read More
RateGain dances away with acquisition of DHISCO
News / Technology
RateGain dances away with acquisition of DHISCO
By Kevin May | August 2, 2018
Hotel distribution service DHISCO is now part of the RateGain family following an acquisition of the... Read More
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News / Technology
Melia trials guest wristbands for locks and payments at resorts
By Linda Fox | August 2, 2018
Melia International Hotels is trialling wristbands making payment easy for guests at a number of... Read More
Amadeus in talks for major deal to acquire TravelClick
News / Technology
Amadeus in talks for major deal to acquire TravelClick
By Kevin May | August 2, 2018
Amadeus has signalled its intent to further challenge rival Sabre in the hotel technology arena with... Read More
Bellhop's pivot from digital concierge to rideshare aggregator explained
News / Technology
Bellhop's pivot from digital concierge to rideshare aggregator explained
By Viewpoints | August 2, 2018
This is a viewpoint from Payam Safa, founder and CEO of Bellhop.  The travel industry was clearly in... Read More
Hints and tips to make apps work harder
News / Technology
Hints and tips to make apps work harder
By Marisa Garcia | August 2, 2018
Mobile marketing platform CleverTap has published a set of benchmarks for travel apps to give... Read More
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News / Technology
More than half of travel apps deleted after a month
By Linda Fox | August 1, 2018
Travel apps face a range of problems, such as user fatigue and infrequency of engagement, according to... Read More
Ctrip eyes Asian and global presence with Trip.com’s diversifying services
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Ctrip eyes Asian and global presence with Trip.com’s diversifying services
By Sponsored Content | July 31, 2018
This is an article from TravelDaily China.It appears as part of the tnooz sponsored content... Read More
Technology and travel are driving forward together
From Our Partners / Technology
Technology and travel are driving forward together
By Richard Gayle - Travel Forward | July 31, 2018
There is a compelling argument that the travel industry invented ecommerce.... Read More
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News / Distribution
Norwegian Airlines counting on third-party distribution as it eyes new markets
By Linda Fox | July 31, 2018
Norwegian Airlines doesn't see its distribution mix changing materially as it enters new markets.... 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