India’s travel market has undergone a dramatic transformation, driven by fintech innovation and the rise of mobile-first payment solutions. Central to this shift is UPI, which has replaced cash for millions of travelers and expanded online booking to the traveling masses. Emerging tools like Buy Now Pay Later and risk-based ancillaries are now welcoming a new era of digital travel growth.

Analyst: Coney DongreTopics: Technology Innovation, Destination & Activities MarketingSegments: Air, Car Rental & Ground Transportation, Cruise, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Rail, Tours & PackagesRegion: Asia PacificResearch Type: Article

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The New Age(nts) Trend Series is a series of online conversations hosted by Phocuswright exploring the impact of generative AI (GenAI) and autonomous agents on the travel industry. Five online events are taking place from March through September of 2025 which align with the five trends outlined in the report Travel Innovation and Technology Trends 2025.The third event focused on the impact on distribution. This analysis briefly covers the most important takeaways from the discussion and subsequent audience questions for Phocuswright subscribers.

Analysts: Michael Coletta, Norm RoseTopic: Technology InnovationSegments: Air, Car Rental & Ground Transportation, Cruise, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Rail, Tours & Packages, Traditional Agencies & TMCsRegions: Asia Pacific, Europe, U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Article

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Phocuswright’s U.S Consumer Travel reporting is taking on a new shape this year.  Phocuswright is fielding an online consumer survey quarterly throughout 2025 targeting the general U.S. adult population who has internet access and travels for leisure.

Analysts: Alicia Schmid, Stan PawlowTopics: Consumer Trends, Destination & Activities Marketing, Social & Search, Technology InnovationSegments: Air, Car Rental & Ground Transportation, Cruise, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Rail, Tours & PackagesRegion: U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Article

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The New Age(nts) Trend Series is a series of online conversations hosted by Phocuswright exploring the impact of generative AI (GenAI) and autonomous agents on the travel industry. Five online events are taking place from March through September of 2025 which align with the five trends outlined in the report Travel Innovation and Technology Trends 2025.The second event focused on the impact on how travel companies will operate going forward. This analysis briefly covers the most important takeaways from the discussion and subsequent audience questions for Phocuswright subscribers.

Analyst: Michael ColettaTopic: Technology InnovationSegments: Air, Car Rental & Ground Transportation, Cruise, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Rail, Tours & Packages, Traditional Agencies & TMCsRegions: Asia Pacific, Europe, U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Article

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The New Age(nts) Trend Series is a series of online conversations hosted by Phocuswright exploring the impact of generative AI (GenAI) and autonomous agents on the travel industry. Five online events are taking place from March through September of 2025 which align with the five trends outlined in the report Travel Innovation and Technology Trends 2025.The first event focused on the impact on how travel companies will operate going forward. This analysis briefly covers the most important takeaways from the discussion and subsequent audience questions for Phocuswright subscribers.

Analysts: Robert Cole, Michael ColettaTopic: Technology InnovationSegments: Air, Car Rental & Ground Transportation, Cruise, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Rail, Tours & Packages, Traditional Agencies & TMCsRegions: Asia Pacific, Europe, U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Article

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Phocuswright’s Travel Metric of the Month 2025 features fresh travel industry research published throughout the year, showcasing key data across our market sizing, consumer research, and tech and innovation practices.

Analyst: Phocuswright AnalystsTopics: Market Overview & Sizing, Consumer Trends, Technology InnovationSegments: Air, Car Rental & Ground Transportation, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Tours & Packages, Traditional Agencies & TMCsRegions: Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East & Africa, U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Article

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Phocuswright’s Travel Innovation and Technology Trends 2025 aims to provide an in-depth overview of the real-time developments surrounding the travel industry, including key focal points on the impact of generative AI on in-destination experiences, company operations, distribution dynamic and more.

Analyst: Michael ColettaTopics: Technology Innovation, Business Travel, Consumer Trends, Mobile, Market Overview & SizingSegments: Air, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Traditional Agencies & TMCs, Short-Term RentalRegions: Asia Pacific, Europe, U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Report

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This article explores how travel operators are adapting to these developments and the potential for international cooperation to reduce compliance complexity and drive sustainable growth.

Analyst: Norm RoseTopics: Technology Innovation, Business TravelSegments: Air, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel AgenciesRegions: Asia Pacific, Europe, U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Article

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Phocuswright's Travel Forward: Data, Insights and Trends for 2025 provides broadscale insights into the $1.61 trillion global travel market, offering essential data for understanding industry trends and growth. Featuring highlights by segment, channel, consumer behavior metrics and more, this report equips industry stakeholders with the key data and trends needed to navigate the evolving travel landscape. 

Analysts: Phocuswright Research, Stan PawlowTopics: Consumer Trends, Market Overview & Sizing, Technology InnovationSegments: Air, Car Rental & Ground Transportation, Cruise, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Rail, Tours & Packages, Traditional Agencies & TMCs, Short-Term RentalRegions: Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East & Africa, U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Report

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Phocuswright has tracked the digital travel startup landscape for over 15 years, and as of the time of publishing this report there are nearly 8,000 companies in our Travel Startups Interactive Database. This analysis of travel startup funding covers companies founded since 2014 and includes funding rounds raised by these companies through the third quarter of 2024.

Analyst: Michael ColettaTopic: Technology InnovationSegments: Air, Car Rental & Ground Transportation, Hotels & Lodging, Online Travel Agencies, Tours & PackagesRegions: Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East & Africa, U.S. & CanadaResearch Type: Report

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