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.

Proximity continues to be the primary driver for in-destination American traveler
News / Technology
Proximity continues to be the primary driver for in-destination American traveler
By Nick Vivion | July 7, 2014
Marketing automator Placeable has queried one thousand American travelers regarding their travel... Read More
Five tech companies you may not have heard of making inroads in travel
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Five tech companies you may not have heard of making inroads in travel
By Linda Fox | July 4, 2014
What has a virtual car showroom got to do with travel? Probably not a lot until you consider how the... Read More
Considering BYOD and future tech after HITEC
News / Technology
Considering BYOD and future tech after HITEC
By Nick Vivion | July 3, 2014
HITEC brings together leaders in the hospitality technology industry to showcase current solutions... Read More
what3words smashes conventional mapping with digital-first address system
News / Technology
what3words smashes conventional mapping with digital-first address system
By Nick Vivion | July 3, 2014
Maps continue to evolve for the digital age - and yet the world continues to live by anachronistic... Read More
Checking in with Checkmate, Drew Patterson’s B2B hotel tech mobile tool
News / Technology
Checking in with Checkmate, Drew Patterson’s B2B hotel tech mobile tool
By Sean O'Neil | July 3, 2014
Drew Patterson was a director at Starwood in its golden days, when the W and Westin's Heavenly Bed... Read More
Happiness Blanket stunt sparks debate for British Airways
News / Technology
Happiness Blanket stunt sparks debate for British Airways
By Nick Vivion | June 30, 2014
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Turning casual browsers of travel to loyal customers of brands
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Turning casual browsers of travel to loyal customers of brands
By Viewpoints | June 30, 2014
We’ve all done it. At work, on the train, on the way home, sitting in front of the TV. We’ve even done... Read More
CreateTrips lands seed round for trip planning app
News / Technology
CreateTrips lands seed round for trip planning app
By Linda Fox | June 30, 2014
Mobile travel startup CreateTrips has received funding of $600,000 via Butterfly Ventures, Frontier... Read More
With challenges and severe competition, how is Uber performing in China?
News / Technology
With challenges and severe competition, how is Uber performing in China?
By Viewpoints | June 26, 2014
The buzz around on-demand car hailing service Uber continues to get stronger, perhaps even more than... Read More
Smart hospitality, BYOD and full-room automation trending at HITEC
News / Technology
Smart hospitality, BYOD and full-room automation trending at HITEC
By Nick Vivion | June 26, 2014
The annual Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition & Conference, known as HITEC, is currently... Read More
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