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.

Report: 2025 state of AI for travel and airlines
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Report: 2025 state of AI for travel and airlines
By Amperity | September 29, 2025
Hotels and airlines are racing to adopt AI, but many are falling short. Find out how your brand stacks... Read More
In the age of AI, experience is the real product
Opinion / Technology
In the age of AI, experience is the real product
By Rajnish Kumar - Ixigo | September 29, 2025
According to Ixigo group co-CEO, the frontier of AI is shifting, and experience is a sustainable... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Cellpoint Digital, Dida, Rome2Rio and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Cellpoint Digital, Dida, Rome2Rio and more...
By PhocusWire | September 26, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
PROS chief AI strategist Michael Wu talks AI and airlines
News / Technology
PROS chief AI strategist Michael Wu talks AI and airlines
By Morgan Hines | September 26, 2025
Michael Wu works cross-functionally with the PROS research team to prototype the company’s advanced... Read More
GetYourGuide launches new, upgraded partner features
News / Technology
GetYourGuide launches new, upgraded partner features
By Morgan Hines | September 25, 2025
The new and updated features include artificial intelligence-powered review management, a redesigned... Read More
Fetcherr lands $42M to expand AI pricing tech internationally
News / Technology
Fetcherr lands $42M to expand AI pricing tech internationally
By Linda Fox | September 25, 2025
Using its own large market model, Fetcherr digests market dynamics to help airlines forecast demand... Read More
In pursuit of clean data for an agentic travel future
News / Technology
In pursuit of clean data for an agentic travel future
By Matthew Parsons | September 25, 2025
There is a need for clean, standardized data to help instill trust as the travel industry shifts... Read More
WeTravel lands $92M to develop AI tools for multi-day trip operators
News / Technology
WeTravel lands $92M to develop AI tools for multi-day trip operators
By Linda Fox | September 24, 2025
The company said the round triples its valuation and will go towards developing its platform to expand... Read More
TSA hopes for tech to help with ‘seamless’ travel in coming years
News / Technology
TSA hopes for tech to help with ‘seamless’ travel in coming years
By Morgan Hines | September 24, 2025
The U.S. airline security body is leaning into new technology including artificial intelligence,... Read More
Apaleo launches model context protocol server
News / Technology
Apaleo launches model context protocol server
By Morgan Hines | September 23, 2025
The MCP server should allow AI agents to do the work without the “weeks of custom coding” previously... Read More
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September 9, 2025
Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
August 19, 2025
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his thoughts on the importance of balancing AI... Read More
Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
May 6, 2025
Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More