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.

Uber riders in India get free in-car wifi, Airtel payments
News / Technology
Uber riders in India get free in-car wifi, Airtel payments
By Martin Cowen | August 21, 2015
Uber has signed a multi-layered partnership deal with telecoms giant Bharti Airtel in India. The... Read More
Tours and activities: the money is in the plumbing
News / Technology
Tours and activities: the money is in the plumbing
By Pamela Whitby | August 20, 2015
When TripAdvisor announced its $200 million acquisition of Viator last September, the intentions of... Read More
Travel brands developing wearables and virtual reality: don't pop the champagne just yet
News / Technology
Travel brands developing wearables and virtual reality: don't pop the champagne just yet
By Kevin May | August 20, 2015
Just because something is new and shiny doesn't mean it's going to be an instant success - that's... Read More
Hilton opens digital door for loyalty members
News / Technology
Hilton opens digital door for loyalty members
By Linda Fox | August 18, 2015
Hilton Worldwide is adding keyless entry to its app for loyalty members with plans to deploy the... Read More
Five smartwatch capabilities on travel’s wish list
News / Technology
Five smartwatch capabilities on travel’s wish list
By Viewpoints | August 17, 2015
Since the release of the Apple Watch in April, those of us in the travel industry now have a better... Read More
Heat on Expedia-Orbitz deal continues but business as usual at Orbitz
News / Technology
Heat on Expedia-Orbitz deal continues but business as usual at Orbitz
By Linda Fox | August 12, 2015
The Expedia-Orbitz deal continues to receive pressure from various groups as it awaits approval from... Read More
Attitudes towards technology by corporate travellers (who also need a break)
News / Technology
Attitudes towards technology by corporate travellers (who also need a break)
By Kevin May | August 11, 2015
Corporate travellers are just hell-bent on making their meeting and breezing through airports and... Read More
You're grounded - travellers frustrated with irrelevant offers
News / Technology
You're grounded - travellers frustrated with irrelevant offers
By Linda Fox | August 11, 2015
There's a fine line between presenting relevant, timely information and services to travellers and... Read More
WEBINAR VIDEO – Top 5 trends emerging in APAC travel landscape
Webinars / Technology
WEBINAR VIDEO – Top 5 trends emerging in APAC travel landscape
By Sean O'Neil | August 10, 2015
As the pace of growth among OTAs collides with omni-channel distribution strategies in all travel... Read More
On-demand luggage delivery service Portr bags £3.3 million investment
News / Technology
On-demand luggage delivery service Portr bags £3.3 million investment
By Kevin May | August 10, 2015
Portr is looking to expand from its original London City Airport launch to other facilities following... Read More
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