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.

Winners, wipeouts and travel tech bets
News / Technology
Winners, wipeouts and travel tech bets
By Linda Fox | August 6, 2024
The increased M&A activity in travel is seeing companies such as Juniper Group, Mews and Lighthouse... Read More
Guesty unveils AI-driven messaging tool for short-term rentals
News / Technology
Guesty unveils AI-driven messaging tool for short-term rentals
By D.J. Catron | July 31, 2024
“ReplyAI” uses generative AI algorithms to analyze guest and host correspondence to guide future... Read More
How hotels can develop an AI-powered data strategy
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How hotels can develop an AI-powered data strategy
By PhocusWire | July 30, 2024
Ireckonu's head of data Rik van Leeuwen explains why customer profile data should be the foundation of... Read More
In the wake of CrowdStrike, how tech can shape travel crisis planning
News / Technology
In the wake of CrowdStrike, how tech can shape travel crisis planning
By Morgan Hines | July 26, 2024
On the heels of last week’s CrowdStrike outage, the question of how to manage mass delays and... Read More
Canary Technologies helps TUI improve hotel guest experience
News / Technology
Canary Technologies helps TUI improve hotel guest experience
By Linda Fox | July 25, 2024
Canary will provide TUI properties with solutions to enhance the guest experience such as mobile... Read More
Grazzy adds $4 million for growth of digital tipping platform
News / Technology
Grazzy adds $4 million for growth of digital tipping platform
By Linda Fox | July 25, 2024
The funding for the Texas-based company will go toward recruitment as well as speeding up customer... Read More
The importance of “small wins” in developing a long-term AI strategy
News / Technology
The importance of “small wins” in developing a long-term AI strategy
By Mitra Sorrells | July 25, 2024
Agent Studio's Cesc Vilanova and Acai Travel's Riky Vittoria - two people who have been developing... Read More
Report: Travel fintech - Monetizing the new era of customer care
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Report: Travel fintech - Monetizing the new era of customer care
By Cathy Walsh | July 24, 2024
In this exclusive report from PhocusWire and HTS, find out how fintech products that address pain... Read More
Exoticca lands €60M investment to grow multi-day tours platform
News / Technology
Exoticca lands €60M investment to grow multi-day tours platform
By Linda Fox | July 24, 2024
Exoticca said the investment will go towards bringing in AI capabilities to its technology platform as... Read More
Delta apologizes, DOT opens investigation into flight disruptions
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Delta apologizes, DOT opens investigation into flight disruptions
By Morgan Hines | July 23, 2024
The airline is “painfully aware” of its slow comeback after Friday’s global IT outage, Delta president... Read More
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More