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.

The virtuous circle - inspiration, personalisation and trust
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The virtuous circle - inspiration, personalisation and trust
By Sponsored Content | April 7, 2017
The modus operandi of the travel industry is to leverage promise and exploit curiosity, tapping in to... Read More
Mobile app startups: Secret City Trails, HerePin and LxMe
News / Technology
Mobile app startups: Secret City Trails, HerePin and LxMe
By PhocusWire | April 7, 2017
This is a regular roundup of some of the latest mobile application startup launches in travel covering... Read More
A roundup of digital developments for in-flight services
News / Technology
A roundup of digital developments for in-flight services
By Marisa Garcia | April 7, 2017
Digital has extended its reach in the cabin space as airlines look for new ways to reduce costs and... Read More
Ryanair firms up marketplace plans
News / Technology
Ryanair firms up marketplace plans
By Martin Cowen | April 6, 2017
Ryanair has "big ambitions" for ryanair.com to become "one of the world's biggest travel sites",... Read More
Zomato steadies the ship
News / Technology
Zomato steadies the ship
By Martin Cowen | April 6, 2017
Zomato, the B2B/B2C food and restaurant tech business, has issued some unaudited numbers for the year... Read More
Mobile, human psychology, digital omnivores and travel
News / Technology
Mobile, human psychology, digital omnivores and travel
By Martin Cowen | April 5, 2017
ComScore has reworked a 1940s academic theory into human psychology to structure a report about what... Read More
Kill all the buzzwords and seek help - making innovation work in travel
News / Technology
Kill all the buzzwords and seek help - making innovation work in travel
By Marisa Garcia | April 5, 2017
If you're sick of innovation speak, you're not alone. Some of the leading minds in innovation are... Read More
China Hotel Marketing Conference, "Reshaping The Experience"
Webinars / Technology
China Hotel Marketing Conference, "Reshaping The Experience"
By Linda Fox | April 4, 2017
Today's hoteliers are contending with increasingly diversified guests as well as technological... Read More
The golden age of youth and student travel
From Our Partners / Technology
The golden age of youth and student travel
By Sponsored Content | April 4, 2017
Youth travel is emerging as one of the industry's most resilient sectors, delivering significant... Read More
The electronic devices ban and the airlines' drive for personalization
News / Technology
The electronic devices ban and the airlines' drive for personalization
By Marisa Garcia | April 4, 2017
While the electronics ban imposed on flights from Middle Eastern and African countries to the US and... Read More
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Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
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