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.

PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Savvy, Accelya, Travel Ledger and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Savvy, Accelya, Travel Ledger and more...
By PhocusWire | January 31, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
CEO Spotlight: Lisa Chen of ToursByLocals
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CEO Spotlight: Lisa Chen of ToursByLocals
By Morgan Hines | January 31, 2025
ToursByLocals is poised for growth with a recently updated technology base intended to improve the... Read More
The future of AI and data for travel and hospitality
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The future of AI and data for travel and hospitality
January 30, 2025
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Smartify adds £1.5M to boost visitor engagement at museums and galleries
News / Technology
Smartify adds £1.5M to boost visitor engagement at museums and galleries
By Linda Fox | January 30, 2025
The company offers museums, galleries and other attractions apps that are tailored and branded to... Read More
What a former airline CIO sees from the outside looking in
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What a former airline CIO sees from the outside looking in
By Linda Fox | January 30, 2025
In an interview with PhocusWire, former Spirit and Allegiant CIO Scott Allard, discusses airline... Read More
The evolving nature of the relationship between hotels and their tech partners
News / Technology
The evolving nature of the relationship between hotels and their tech partners
By Matthew Parsons | January 29, 2025
Partnering with the right technology suppliers for growth has become front of mind for hotels. Where... Read More
TravelPerk secures $200M, acquires expense management tech Yokoy
News / Technology
TravelPerk secures $200M, acquires expense management tech Yokoy
By Linda Fox | January 28, 2025
TravelPerk said its latest funding will go towards accelerating growth, including in the U.S. where it... Read More
Using AI to automate booking reconfirmation
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Using AI to automate booking reconfirmation
By PhocusWire | January 27, 2025
The new tool uses artificial intelligence technology that sounds like a human voice and automates the... Read More
OpenAI debuts "Operator" agent that can book travel
News / Technology
OpenAI debuts "Operator" agent that can book travel
By Mitra Sorrells | January 24, 2025
While still very early days, the development of agents is moving fast and raises questions about the... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: IBS Software, Smartvel, Spotnana and more
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: IBS Software, Smartvel, Spotnana and more
By PhocusWire | January 24, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
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