Voice

News / Technology

Halo Travel unveiled to bring booking and payments via voice assistant

By Linda Fox | January 14, 2019

WEX and AI.io have partnered to launch Halo Travel, a voice-activated travel booking assistant. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

How are companies really facing personalization in the travel industry?

By Íñigo Valenzuela - Smartvel | January 6, 2019

The discussions revolving around the future of the travel industry are endless. Every article, podcast and webinar out there try to unravel the best strategies and trends companies must follow in order... Read More

Interview / Distribution

VIDEO: Lola - Summit pitch at Phocuswright 2018

By Kevin May | January 4, 2019

Lola provides companies the visibility and control they want, while giving travelers the amazing experience they need. Read More

News / Online

Bots, personalized offers will shape younger traveler habits in 2019

By Jill Menze | December 31, 2018

Younger travelers are keen to engage with bots and are more likely to be swayed by personalized offers as they head into 2019. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

VIDEO: WNS on new frameworks for personalization

By Kevin May | December 21, 2018

Personalization is not a new concept in the travel industry - but the next level of engagement between brands and travelers is starting to take affect. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

VIDEO: OAG on adding tech to intelligence

By Kevin May | December 19, 2018

The combination of innovation and technology in aviation has never been as strong and, most importantly, crucial to running a successful airline. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Will airline growth be dependent on mobile and smart technology?

By Hugh Aitken - Skyscanner | December 18, 2018

With passenger numbers set to double over the next twenty years, the aviation industry will need to keep up with the demands of an increasingly connected and tech-savvy traveler. Read More

News / Online

QOTW: Something about speaking up for voice

By Linda Fox | December 14, 2018

Quote from Stephen Taylor, SVP of enterprise at Sojern, in an article on PhocusWire this week. Read More

News / Technology

SunExpress claims first for flight booking service via Alexa

By Linda Fox | December 13, 2018

SunExpress is enabling customers to search for and book flights via Amazon Alexa. Read More

News / Technology

A review of 2018, a preview for what's next: Voice technology

By Mitra Sorrells | December 12, 2018

To provide a look ahead on this topic, Say It Now CEO Charlie Cadbury offers his take on the top five developments in voice technology he expects to see in 2019. Read More

Phocuswright Conference 2018 India executive interview

News / Distribution

VIDEO: MakeMyTrip and Yatra on the future of the Indian travel market

By Mitra Sorrells | December 11, 2018

Cheap smart phones, cheap data and a proliferation of mobile payment options are spurring massive adoption of mobile shopping in India. Read More

News / Technology

VIDEO: The promise of voice tech for travel

By Mitra Sorrells | November 26, 2018

Voice technology has been one of the hottest topics of 2018, as both Google and Amazon ramp up their activity in the space, brands develop voice capabilities and consumers buy devices at a quickening... Read More

From Our Partners / Online

VIDEO: Global survey points to travel trends here and now

By Kevin May | November 15, 2018

Travelers say technology is key to a great experience on a trip - but to what extent? Read More

News / Startups

VIDEO: Top investors on the good, the bad and the bountiful in travel

By Mitra Sorrells | November 15, 2018

Benchmark Capital general partner Bill Gurley made his inaugural appearance on the center stage of The Phocuswright Conference Wednesday in Los Angeles. Read More