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.

Klook raises $30 million in funding
News / Technology
Klook raises $30 million in funding
By Linda Fox | March 1, 2017
Asia-based tours and activities startup Klook has attracted $30 milion in Series B funding. The round... Read More
Tuniu talks up its brand as repeat business continues to climb
News / Technology
Tuniu talks up its brand as repeat business continues to climb
By Martin Cowen | March 1, 2017
China's online package travel specialist Tuniu handled around seven million tours during 2016, more... Read More
TLEARN WEBINAR VIDEO: How to win direct bookings from data
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TLEARN WEBINAR VIDEO: How to win direct bookings from data
By PhocusWire | March 1, 2017
In the over-complex world of consumers’ big data, with the infinite possibilities for the travel &... Read More
Packages need to be more dynamic
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Packages need to be more dynamic
By Sponsored Content | February 28, 2017
Whether it’s big travel companies getting bigger and better through acquisition, tech entrepreneurs... Read More
Ctrip starts to get serious about corporate travel
News / Technology
Ctrip starts to get serious about corporate travel
By Martin Cowen | February 28, 2017
Ctrip has relaunched its approach to corporate travel, introducing a "TM+" strategy based on a... Read More
Don’t be a dinosaur - activities evolve to avoid extinction
News / Technology
Don’t be a dinosaur - activities evolve to avoid extinction
By Viewpoints | February 27, 2017
Think about it for a moment - over $600 million in capital has been raised in seven years by companies... Read More
HRS uses beacons to ease hotel check-in pain
News / Technology
HRS uses beacons to ease hotel check-in pain
By Linda Fox | February 27, 2017
Online hotel specialist HRS has built what it's calling smarthotel technology into its mobile... Read More
Are alternative payment methods mature enough for broad adoption?
News / Technology
Are alternative payment methods mature enough for broad adoption?
By Marisa Garcia | February 24, 2017
A lot of water has passed under the Golden Gate bridge since the travel industry began to discuss the... Read More
Lufthansa makes further video glasses trials at Frankfurt Airport
News / Technology
Lufthansa makes further video glasses trials at Frankfurt Airport
By Marisa Garcia | February 24, 2017
Lufthansa Airlines has brought Avegant Glyph video glasses to its Business Lounge in Terminal 1 at... Read More
Surf Air breaks into Europe
News / Technology
Surf Air breaks into Europe
By Martin Cowen | February 23, 2017
Private jet subscription service Surf Air will start operating in Europe this May and will use... 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