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.

Wego clocks in with Apple Watch app, Silversea (almost) offers free wifi to all, and more...
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Wego clocks in with Apple Watch app, Silversea (almost) offers free wifi to all, and more...
By PhocusWire | June 23, 2015
This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel DEVICES in tourism and hospitality for... Read More
Mobile ads, user generated data and instant booking are the trends to watch in travel
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Mobile ads, user generated data and instant booking are the trends to watch in travel
By Viewpoints | June 22, 2015
Respected and unofficial tech industry bellwether Mary Meeker from KPCB recently released her... Read More
Uber co-founder's startup studio follows its restaurant app with Spot, a travel app
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Uber co-founder's startup studio follows its restaurant app with Spot, a travel app
By Nick Vivion | June 19, 2015
Uber co-founder Garrett Camp's startup studio Expa has followed its restaurant app Reserve with a... Read More
Navigating the airport through the Internet of Things
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Navigating the airport through the Internet of Things
By Linda Fox | June 19, 2015
Airlines, it seems, are getting a little excited about the thought of the Internet of Things and what... Read More
Cabin crew and technology - a perfect match?
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Cabin crew and technology - a perfect match?
By Viewpoints | June 18, 2015
Wifi, smartphones and personal electronic devices (PEDs) have forever altered the air travel... Read More
Up in the air - TripAdvisor now on in-flight entertainment systems
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Up in the air - TripAdvisor now on in-flight entertainment systems
By Kevin May | June 18, 2015
TripAdvisor has talked a lot about how it is on traveller desktops and also in their pockets via... Read More
Snapchat and the golden opportunity for travel marketing
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Snapchat and the golden opportunity for travel marketing
By Viewpoints | June 17, 2015
Snapchat was the fastest growing phone application of 2014. And with 120 million active users sending... Read More
Apple Watch and the potential to unlock voice technology
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Apple Watch and the potential to unlock voice technology
By Glenn Gruber | June 17, 2015
Invariably any conversation around mobile technology these days turns towards wearables. In... Read More
Airport beacons showcase potential for open access to locations
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Airport beacons showcase potential for open access to locations
By Nick Vivion | June 15, 2015
We flew into San Francisco International Airport for our third instance of travel hacking this past... Read More
Uber takes to a mobile game to improve driver navigation skills — and recruitment
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Uber takes to a mobile game to improve driver navigation skills — and recruitment
By Nick Vivion | June 15, 2015
Uber snags headlines with delivery cute kittens or delicious food — but never before has the... Read More
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