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Travel Technology

Explore the latest technology advancements and trends transforming the travel industry. Stay ahead with Skift’s coverage of travel technology news, essential for professionals and enthusiasts.

Find stories on cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing the travel sector. From corporate travel technology to innovations by leading companies, we cover a wide range of topics. Learn how travel technology services enhance the traveler experience and drive industry efficiency.

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Key topics include business travel technology, emerging trends, and the impact of tech advancements on travel operations. Our features and news provide deep dives into developments shaping travel’s future.

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Travel Technology

The New iPhone 16 Camera Button Integrates with AI. How it Works for Travelers

The new iPhone is built so that users can ask AI about visuals with the click of a button. It's still early, but the ease of use means that the iPhone could win the race to become a future AI tour guide.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Travel Technology

Skift Power Rankings: Luis Maroto

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Skift Research

Direct Bookings vs. OTAs: Analyzing the Shift in U.S. Travel Booking Trends

Direct bookings are surging, reshaping competition and requiring both OTAs and suppliers to precisely target and understand traveler preferences.

2 months ago

Airlines

Turkish Airlines Is Pulling Fares From Sabre as it Pushes Direct Bookings

Turkish Airlines is ruffling feathers as it pushes for direct bookings starting in October. American Airlines failed an attempt for a similar strategy this year, which surely will inform the execution for Turkish.

Justin Dawes | 3 months ago

Airlines

Airports Are Spending Big on Tech Upgrades. See Plans for JFK and More

Air traffic is expected to double from pre-pandemic levels by 2040. Airports need to prepare.

Justin Dawes | 3 months ago

Skift Research

The Curious Case of Azul Airlines

Azul is now the second-largest carrier in Brazil. The pandemic has done little to deter its growth, but the airline must find a solution for its increasing debt levels. Can a merger fix this?

3 months ago

Business Travel

Hotel Chains Bet on New Ways of Selling to Corporate Travelers

Hotel chains are quietly planning to shift their distribution strategies, aiming to bypass traditional intermediaries and boost direct bookings from corporate travel buyers. But with billions at stake, expect fights from legacy players.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

Travel Technology

Concur Founder, Former Expedia Execs Back Business Travel AI Startup: Otto

Steve Singh is continuing to build and fund an ecosystem that he hopes will bring about a more high-tech experience for the next generation of business travel. Otto will have to work out the rough edges of other AI trip planners to date.

Justin Dawes | 3 months ago

Experiences

Klook-TikTok Collab: Now Book Travel Experiences Directly in the App

Social media isn’t all fun and games. There’s serious money to be made, and Klook is buying into the trend with its latest TikTok tie-up. Klook's message is clear: Come for the video, stay for the tour!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago

Airlines

Flyr Just Raised $295 Million: CEO Alex Mans Tells Us What’s Next

Flyr CEO Alex Mans isn't afraid to call out the old guard as he harnesses AI to shake-up the antiquated world of airline technology.

Gordon Smith | 3 months ago