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.

PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: AIntensify, Thrust Carbon, Selfbook and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: AIntensify, Thrust Carbon, Selfbook and more...
By PhocusWire | June 20, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
Visit Group acquires hospitality tech provider GODO
News / Technology
Visit Group acquires hospitality tech provider GODO
By Linda Fox | June 19, 2025
Visit Group said the deal boosts its presence in the Nordic region and speeds up its strategy to... Read More
The future of travel payments
From Our Partners / Technology
The future of travel payments
By PhocusWire | June 18, 2025
Travel companies are recognizing that an effective payment strategy can drive efficiency,... Read More
The evolving role of AI in business travel
News / Technology
The evolving role of AI in business travel
By Mark Frary | June 18, 2025
In the year since the 2024 Business Travel Show Europe, we have seen a torrent of AI-related... Read More
Agilysys, Duetto, Zucchetti North America and more hospitality news from HITEC 2025
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Agilysys, Duetto, Zucchetti North America and more hospitality news from HITEC 2025
By PhocusWire | June 17, 2025
At HITEC 2025, technology companies unveiled their latest innovations for the hospitality industry,... Read More
Exoticca unveils AI-powered SmartFare technology
News / Technology
Exoticca unveils AI-powered SmartFare technology
By Linda Fox | June 17, 2025
Exoticca said the technology can filter 6.5 million flights daily by factors including duration,... Read More
DerbySoft launches flight technology solution
News / Technology
DerbySoft launches flight technology solution
By Morgan Hines | June 17, 2025
Jason Sui, who co-founded PKFare which was acquired by DerbySoft last year, will take the reins as... Read More
Sabre Hospitality extends AI to booking engine
News / Technology
Sabre Hospitality extends AI to booking engine
By Linda Fox | June 16, 2025
Sabre Hospitality is helping hotels to improve communications with guests and boost conversions by... Read More
Allianz—EMEA People’s Choice winner at Phocuswright Europe 2025
Interview / Technology
Allianz—EMEA People’s Choice winner at Phocuswright Europe 2025
By PhocusWire | June 16, 2025
Allianz took the stage to present its product Allyz, its free app, which aims to reinvent the... Read More
Mary Meeker AI Trends Report: 7 takeaways for the travel industry
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Mary Meeker AI Trends Report: 7 takeaways for the travel industry
By Matthew Parsons | June 16, 2025
The lengthy report offers crucial takeaways for the travel industry, including insights into... Read More
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How adventure travel can help brands meet changing traveler expectations
October 15, 2026
How adventure travel can help brands meet changing traveler expectations
As travelers seek more immersive experiences, adventure travel offers brands new opportunities to... Read More
Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
September 9, 2025
Precision and predictability for travel marketing: Essential visitor intelligence to drive growth
 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More