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.

One in every five dollars spent on travel now coming from mobile
News / Technology
One in every five dollars spent on travel now coming from mobile
By Nick Vivion | May 22, 2015
Mobile continues to drive more bookings in travel, with one in five dollars now coming from the... Read More
VCs buy stake in hotel tech provider Ariane for Euro 3 million
News / Technology
VCs buy stake in hotel tech provider Ariane for Euro 3 million
By Martin Cowen | May 22, 2015
Ariane Systems, a provider of self-check-in/out technology for hotels, has sold a minority stake to... Read More
Mapbox could unleash a wave of creativity in mapping with its developer SDK
News / Technology
Mapbox could unleash a wave of creativity in mapping with its developer SDK
By Nick Vivion | May 21, 2015
Mapbox, who's client list includes Roadtrippers, has now expanded into an open mobile SDK, free for up... Read More
Wearables booming in Asia-Pacific, so travel and Apple Watch have a big opportunity
News / Technology
Wearables booming in Asia-Pacific, so travel and Apple Watch have a big opportunity
By Viewpoints | May 21, 2015
We are all told that the Apple Watch is ideal for bite-sized pieces of information, all consumed in a... Read More
Thomas Cook looks beyond waves for common systems approach
News / Technology
Thomas Cook looks beyond waves for common systems approach
By Linda Fox | May 20, 2015
There is a lot of 'oneness' going on within the Europe's two tour operating giants as they strive for... Read More
Wifi and 24/7 tech support are now essential to cruise passengers
News / Technology
Wifi and 24/7 tech support are now essential to cruise passengers
By Nick Vivion | May 20, 2015
UK travelers who have never cruised before are inclined to embark on one soon, according to a recent... Read More
Travel technology insight panel 2015 - Streamline Connections and Tnooz
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Travel technology insight panel 2015 - Streamline Connections and Tnooz
By PhocusWire | May 18, 2015
Join Tnooz and Streamline Connections for an afternoon of insight, debate and networking on Wednesday... Read More
Startup pitch: DUFL wants to become your location-agnostic virtual suitcase
News / Technology
Startup pitch: DUFL wants to become your location-agnostic virtual suitcase
By Nick Vivion | May 15, 2015
It's rare that a travel startup comes out with a wholly unique concept, so its exciting when a... Read More
All you need to know (probably) on hotel and flight wifi [INFOGRAPHIC]
News / Technology
All you need to know (probably) on hotel and flight wifi [INFOGRAPHIC]
By Linda Fox | May 15, 2015
You hear lots about our expectations of wifi - the need to get to information quickly means we expect... Read More
Marriott launches instant Ask Anything concierge feature on mobile
News / Technology
Marriott launches instant Ask Anything concierge feature on mobile
By Nick Vivion | May 14, 2015
The news is rife with new startups, such as Magic and Operator, that offer instant concierge via SMS... Read More
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