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.

WEBINAR VIDEO - Travel search and shopping
Webinars / Technology
WEBINAR VIDEO - Travel search and shopping
By PhocusWire | November 21, 2014
A recent survey conducted by Amadeus and Tnooz highlighted that overall the industry and online travel... Read More
What travelers hate the most about their travel apps during holidays
News / Technology
What travelers hate the most about their travel apps during holidays
By Nick Vivion | November 21, 2014
Testing specialists Soasta have delivered another Holiday Traveler Behavior Study, outlining the areas... Read More
THack Barcelona - the ultimate quick-fire hack
News / Technology
THack Barcelona - the ultimate quick-fire hack
By Linda Fox | November 21, 2014
When you lock a bunch of creative people in a room for a day, it's difficult to predict what might... Read More
LoungeBuddy launches in-app purchases for lounge passes
News / Technology
LoungeBuddy launches in-app purchases for lounge passes
By Nick Vivion | November 20, 2014
LoungeBuddy (TLabs here) has rolled out its 2.0 vision, which includes an industry first: in-app... Read More
What's before mobile first: An engineer talks product design
News / Technology
What's before mobile first: An engineer talks product design
By Viewpoints | November 20, 2014
As a software engineer, I build a travel app comprised of a mobile website and hybrid apps for iOS and... Read More
Orthogonal or bust: Brad Gerstner lays out the roadmap in travel
News / Technology
Orthogonal or bust: Brad Gerstner lays out the roadmap in travel
By Nick Vivion | November 19, 2014
One of the most watched panels on stage at Phocuswright this year was the "Investor Insights" lineup... Read More
Even diehards now realise Google Glass is not cool
News / Technology
Even diehards now realise Google Glass is not cool
By PhocusWire | November 18, 2014
DEVICES: This was always going to be the problem with Google Glass - it's just not "cool" enough for... Read More
WEBINAR VIDEO: Take back control of your hotel's direct channel
Webinars / Technology
WEBINAR VIDEO: Take back control of your hotel's direct channel
By PhocusWire | November 17, 2014
Hotels and resorts – especially independents – are facing skyrocketing costs of distribution on... Read More
HotelTonight looks to tomorrow's hotel guest experience
News / Technology
HotelTonight looks to tomorrow's hotel guest experience
By Nick Vivion | November 17, 2014
After 10 years as an attendee, HotelTonight CEO Sam Shank took to the Phocuswright stage with a look... Read More
Startup pitch: Discoveroom builds mobile enterprise for B&B and inn owners
News / Technology
Startup pitch: Discoveroom builds mobile enterprise for B&B and inn owners
By Sean O'Neil | November 14, 2014
Greek startup Discoveroom builds mobile-first, enterprise tools for the long-tail of owners of... Read More
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