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.

IHG, Hilton, Marriott, Wyndham: How hotels prioritize mobile apps
News / Technology
IHG, Hilton, Marriott, Wyndham: How hotels prioritize mobile apps
By Morgan Hines | November 7, 2023
Hotel brands are adding more features to their mobile apps and using them as key tools for loyalty as... Read More
Hotel revenue management beyond traditional boundaries
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Hotel revenue management beyond traditional boundaries
By Richard Valtr - Mews | November 7, 2023
Smart hoteliers are moving from a room-first revenue mentality to one that tailors pricing and... Read More
Kasa Living raises $70M to expand property portfolio
News / Technology
Kasa Living raises $70M to expand property portfolio
By Linda Fox | November 1, 2023
The company operates multifamily apartments, single-family homes and boutique hotels in cities... Read More
Multimodal AI and the UX revolution in travel
Opinion / Technology
Multimodal AI and the UX revolution in travel
By Christian Watts – Magpie | November 1, 2023
The shift to multimodal GenAI opens the door to mind-boggling possibilities for travel and other... Read More
Key strategies for airlines to achieve offer optimization
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Key strategies for airlines to achieve offer optimization
By PhocusWire | November 1, 2023
Sabre vice president of product management for retail intelligence and revenue optimization Bhaskara... Read More
Beyond the hype: Are you still chasing AI or tapping into the real treasure?
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Beyond the hype: Are you still chasing AI or tapping into the real treasure?
By Ali Beklen - HotelRunner | October 31, 2023
Rather than treating artificial intelligence as an isolated entity, we must recognize it as a means to... Read More
Aviation executives talk balancing data advances with technical debt
News / Technology
Aviation executives talk balancing data advances with technical debt
By Linda Fox | October 31, 2023
Airlines rely on data throughout the organization, but challenges around technical silos and legacy... Read More
Launch innovators at The Phocuswright Conference 2023
News / Technology
Launch innovators at The Phocuswright Conference 2023
By PhocusWire | October 30, 2023
Eleven companies will take the stage for the Launch event at The Phocuswright Conference.... Read More
Unexpected takeaways from global aviation events in 2023
Opinion / Technology
Unexpected takeaways from global aviation events in 2023
By Matthew Walker - Plan3 | October 30, 2023
Three surprising themes at the World Aviation Festival: a return to technology basics, staff shortages... 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