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.

Academy demonstrates a novel deployment of iBeacon technology
News / Technology
Academy demonstrates a novel deployment of iBeacon technology
By Nick Vivion | August 1, 2014
Academy Ground Transportation, based in Los Angeles, is set to test a novel deployment of iBeacon... Read More
A fistful of iOS 8 features travel companies need to know about
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A fistful of iOS 8 features travel companies need to know about
By Glenn Gruber | August 1, 2014
Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference in June introduced a plethora of new platform and device... Read More
New US rankings for travel apps: Delta, Uber, and Hotels.com top the lists
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New US rankings for travel apps: Delta, Uber, and Hotels.com top the lists
By Sean O'Neil | July 31, 2014
Tracking the success of mobile apps remains more of an art than a science. But comparisons and... Read More
The rise of mobile ad spending in the travel industry
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The rise of mobile ad spending in the travel industry
By Viewpoints | July 31, 2014
A sea of change is coming to the digital ad spend landscape in the travel industry. NB: This article... Read More
Egencia previews predictive search and card-based functionality on iPad
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Egencia previews predictive search and card-based functionality on iPad
By Nick Vivion | July 30, 2014
Egencia, the travel management brand under the Expedia corporate umbrella, used this year's GBTA event... Read More
What Facebook and Google can do to break out of their own monopolies
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What Facebook and Google can do to break out of their own monopolies
By PhocusWire | July 30, 2014
MARKETING: The dominance that Google and Facebook have over search marketing and social media... Read More
HomeAway refreshes its mobile app for owners, LAN and TAM get apps, and more
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HomeAway refreshes its mobile app for owners, LAN and TAM get apps, and more
By PhocusWire | July 29, 2014
This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel DEVICES in tourism and hospitality for... Read More
Smart Travel Analytics and Revenue Management 2014 - Amsterdam
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Smart Travel Analytics and Revenue Management 2014 - Amsterdam
By Kevin May | July 29, 2014
Getting to grips with big data and analytics is the biggest challenge - and opportunity - for travel... Read More
Marketing, Mobile and Social Media in Travel 2014 - Berlin
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Marketing, Mobile and Social Media in Travel 2014 - Berlin
By PhocusWire | July 29, 2014
Chief marketing officers and senior vice presidents from the world's biggest brands convene in Germany... Read More
Travel Distribution Summit North America 2014 - New York
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Travel Distribution Summit North America 2014 - New York
By Kevin May | July 29, 2014
Pioneering speakers and attendees from across the industry gather in New York City for the annual... Read More
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