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.

Phocuswright’s 2024 guide to travel innovation and tech
News / Technology
Phocuswright’s 2024 guide to travel innovation and tech
By Phocuswright Research | February 5, 2024
The Phocuswright report from a team of researchers looks at the most significant innovation trends in... Read More
Google Maps tests generative AI-driven discovery feature
News / Technology
Google Maps tests generative AI-driven discovery feature
By Linda Fox | February 2, 2024
Using large language models, the new feature analyzes the over 250 million locations on Google Maps... Read More
WeTravel expands platform with multi-product launch
News / Technology
WeTravel expands platform with multi-product launch
By Derek Catron | February 1, 2024
The travel business management platform is launching features to assist travel businesses in... Read More
Google will update flight emissions calculations in its Travel Impact Model
News / Technology
Google will update flight emissions calculations in its Travel Impact Model
By Mitra Sorrells | January 31, 2024
Along with three updates, the advisory committee for Google's Travel Impact Model has agreed to... Read More
Amadeus acquires biometrics specialist Vision-Box for €320M
News / Technology
Amadeus acquires biometrics specialist Vision-Box for €320M
By Linda Fox | January 31, 2024
Amadeus is adding biometric border control to its services with its acquisition of Vision-Box.... Read More
How guest apps became the virtual concierge of today’s hospitality landscape
Opinion / Technology
How guest apps became the virtual concierge of today’s hospitality landscape
By Sjeel Koster – HolidayHero | January 31, 2024
With guest apps, the future of hospitality is becoming more personalized, convenient and... Read More
Mews acquires hospitality cloud software provider Frontdesk Anywhere
News / Technology
Mews acquires hospitality cloud software provider Frontdesk Anywhere
By Mitra Sorrells | January 31, 2024
The acquisition marks the eighth for Mews since its founding in 2012 and its third in just the past 12... Read More
Dtravel turns vacation rental bookings into NFTs, enabling re-sales
News / Technology
Dtravel turns vacation rental bookings into NFTs, enabling re-sales
By Mitra Sorrells | January 30, 2024
Dtravel's tokens will function through a partnership with Polygon, the blockchain technology provider... Read More
Hilton expands on-property messaging in response to traveler preferences
News / Technology
Hilton expands on-property messaging in response to traveler preferences
By Derek Catron | January 30, 2024
By the end of 2024, guests across the Hilton portfolio of more than 7,000 properties worldwide will be... Read More
Duve acquires Easyway, boosting AI-driven guest experiences
News / Technology
Duve acquires Easyway, boosting AI-driven guest experiences
By Derek Catron | January 29, 2024
The acquisition will allow Duve to boost AI-driven guest experience management for hotels and vacation... Read More
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