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.

Groupon steps into battle for local on mobile with new Pages product
News / Technology
Groupon steps into battle for local on mobile with new Pages product
By Nick Vivion | October 23, 2014
Taking a "page" from the Yellow Pages, merchant deals brand Groupon has announced a new product called... Read More
Apple Maps Connect gives businesses control of listings - and a way to register iBeacons
News / Technology
Apple Maps Connect gives businesses control of listings - and a way to register iBeacons
By Nick Vivion | October 22, 2014
Apple received serious flak for its disastrous rollout of Apple Maps two years ago (read more about... Read More
Skyscanner buys its way further into mobile with Distinction acquisition
News / Technology
Skyscanner buys its way further into mobile with Distinction acquisition
By Kevin May | October 22, 2014
Skyscanner has once again acquired a company to boost a strand of its strategy - this time Hungarian... Read More
Everything you need to know about Apple Pay and the travel industry
News / Technology
Everything you need to know about Apple Pay and the travel industry
By Glenn Gruber | October 21, 2014
The new iPhones and Apple Watch sure got most of the buzz after the latest Apple launch event a few... Read More
Steps to protect guest-facing apps and networks from unwanted hackers
News / Technology
Steps to protect guest-facing apps and networks from unwanted hackers
By Nick Vivion | October 20, 2014
Guest-facing apps are one of the most visible and high-profile rising trends in the hospitality... Read More
Why this roll-aboard suitcase has a companion app for traveling
News / Technology
Why this roll-aboard suitcase has a companion app for traveling
By Nick Vivion | October 20, 2014
We don't regularly cover crowdfunding campaigns here on Tnooz, as it can often be difficult to... Read More
Apple quietly releases best travel feature yet, the Apple SIM
News / Technology
Apple quietly releases best travel feature yet, the Apple SIM
By Nick Vivion | October 17, 2014
In this week's announcement, Apple released new versions of its popular-yet-struggling iPad lineup.... Read More
The how, why and where of people using devices for voice search
News / Technology
The how, why and where of people using devices for voice search
By PhocusWire | October 17, 2014
DEVICES: Voice technology is getting interesting. Travel and expense management companies are already... Read More
Watch out, Bangalore - THack is coming back!
News / Technology
Watch out, Bangalore - THack is coming back!
By Kevin May | October 16, 2014
THack is returning to Bangalore... Get ready to code away for the chance to win your share of... Read More
Marketing watch: TripAdvisor users contribute new video advertising for cash prize
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Marketing watch: TripAdvisor users contribute new video advertising for cash prize
By Nick Vivion | October 16, 2014
UPDATE: TripAdvisor reached out to Tnooz to share that the company actually boosted the winnings from... Read More
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