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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.

Explore our latest articles and updates to stay informed on advancements in the travel technology industry.

Skift Research

U.S. Travel Trends Q2 2024: Insights into Family Travel 

Families are embracing travel, fueled by multi-generational trips and increased spending confidence.

U.S. Travel Trends Q2 2024: Insights into Family Travel 

Hotels

How Hotels Are Thinking About Gen AI

Many execs at hotels and online travel agencies are playing a fun game called "Guess How AI Will Disrupt Us Before It Actually Does."

How Hotels Are Thinking About Gen AI

Startups

Mews Secures $100 Million Loan for More M&A: ‘The Market Is Ripe for Consolidation’

The hotel tech market is ripe for consolidation, and Mews wants to take advantage.

Mews Secures $100 Million Loan for More M&A: ‘The Market Is Ripe for Consolidation’

Travel Technology

Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: Live AI-Powered Voice Translation Is Coming

We haven't been able to test Meta's live translation, so we can't say how seamless it will be. But development of these products is coming fast.

Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: Live AI-Powered Voice Translation Is Coming

Travel Technology

11 Travel Tech Acquisitions in 3 Months — See the List

With backing from private equity and venture capital, multiple travel tech companies have said this year that more acquisitions are coming.

11 Travel Tech Acquisitions in 3 Months — See the List

Travel Technology

Sabre Hospitality Is For Sale … Again

If Sabre sells its hospitality unit this time around, it can use some of the proceeds to pay off debt, and then refocus on its core airline and travel agency business.

Sabre Hospitality Is For Sale … Again

Business Travel

Online Passport Renewal to Go Live Wednesday, State Department Says

Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma unveiled at the Skift Global Forum Tuesday that the State Department plans to roll out its online passport renewal option on September 18.

Online Passport Renewal to Go Live Wednesday, State Department Says

Travel Technology

Mindtrip Raises $12 Million in Tough Funding Environment for AI Trip Planners

There’s no question that travel search is changing with generative AI, but the jury is out on who the big winners will be. Mindtrip is jumping onboard as travel companies attempt to seize the opportunity.

Mindtrip Raises $12 Million in Tough Funding Environment for AI Trip Planners

Travel Technology

Thayer Ventures and Derive Ventures Form New Travel Tech Investment Platform

Thayer, the best-known VC firm that invests in travel startups, is essentially merging with a newer fund called Derive. The deal is being pitched as a way to "drive innovation in travel tech," which is VC-speak for "we want to make money off the next big thing in travel apps."

Thayer Ventures and Derive Ventures Form New Travel Tech Investment Platform

Travel Technology

You’ll Soon Be Able to Upload Your U.S. Passport to Google Wallet

Google is making a big step toward a world where a physical wallet is obsolete. And it beat competitor Apple in announcing plans to enable a digital passport.

You’ll Soon Be Able to Upload Your U.S. Passport to Google Wallet