https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/technology/ Technology News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T06:57:15+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virtual-dubai-and-the-creator-economy-inside-the-hotels-shaping-social-infl/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virtual-dubai-and-the-creator-economy-inside-the-hotels-shaping-social-infl/ As travel marketing moves deeper into the creator era, Virtual Dubai continues to show how Virtual World Internet is turning immersive hospitality content into a powerful tool for modern destination storytelling. If the first wave of travel marketing was built around glossy photography and the second around social media, the next is being shaped by navigable content: digital environments that allow creators, influencers and publishers to explore, pre-scout and frame experiences before they ever arrive. That is precisely where Virtual Dubai has found its edge. Through interactive virtual tours across some of the city’s most visually striking hotels, the platform is creating a new layer of creator-ready infrastructure, one that aligns with how luxury travel is now discovered, shared and sold Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:43:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/traveling-through-music-destinations-that-went-viral-because-of-a-song/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/traveling-through-music-destinations-that-went-viral-because-of-a-song/ Many trips begin with the discovery of a cheap airfare or a message from a friend suggesting that you should go to that destination. Today, most travel decisions are made when a person hears a particular sound. A 12-second snippet of music that brings to mind something special, a lyric that has an effect on you, or a beat drop - that makes walking down the street seem like an action scene from a movie that features you! Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:35:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/trip.com-group-highlights-growth-in-spains-asia-travel-market-and-expanding/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/trip.com-group-highlights-growth-in-spains-asia-travel-market-and-expanding/ Trip.com Group reports strong growth in travel flows between Spain and Asia in 2025, with rising demand from Spanish travellers to destinations such as Japan, South Korea, Thailand and China, alongside increasing interest in Spain from Asian markets. Hotel bookings are a key driver of this growth, reflecting longer stays and deeper engagement with destinations. Meanwhile, European inbound travel to Spain remains stable, with the UK, France and Germany leading source markets. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:45:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interviews-ritesh-raj-co-founder-and-coo-cuddlynest-from-india-to-the-f/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interviews-ritesh-raj-co-founder-and-coo-cuddlynest-from-india-to-the-f/ CuddlyNest has evolved from its founding ambition of touching every travel vertical into a next-phase company now focused on enhancement rather than building—leveraging AI, expanding into flights and attractions, and redefining how travellers discover and book experiences. Its journey reflects what happens when grit aligns with timing and resilience meets risk, driven by a founder who turned his beginnings in an “unpopular town” into a global vision. Today, CuddlyNest stands as a testament to exploration, determination, and the belief that the world is not only worth seeing—but worth connecting. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:01:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-set-to-host-the-first-ever-shell-eco-marathon-in-the-middle-east/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-set-to-host-the-first-ever-shell-eco-marathon-in-the-middle-east/ For the first time ever, one of the world’s leading energy-efficiency engineering programmes for students, Shell Eco-marathon, is coming to the Middle East and will be hosted in Qatar under the patronage of Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani - Chairperson of Qatar Museums Wed, 28 Feb 2024 06:50:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-international-signs-industry-first-strategic-collaboration-with-ra/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-international-signs-industry-first-strategic-collaboration-with-ra/ Marriott International has announced that it has signed an industry-first agreement with Rappi, Inc., the multilatina technology company. Sat, 27 May 2023 05:14:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hudini-set-to-double-growth-in-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hudini-set-to-double-growth-in-2022/ With over 60% of hotel executives looking to introduce a fully contactless experience by 2025, Hudini witnesses unprecedented demand for its solutions, designed to transform the hotel guest experience Fri, 30 Dec 2022 09:48:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-tourism-receives-13-international-awards-for-its-visit-qatar-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-tourism-receives-13-international-awards-for-its-visit-qatar-website/ Most recently, Qatar Tourism was awarded World’s Best Tourism Authority Website and Middle East’s Best Tourism Authority Website at the 2nd Annual World Travel Tech Awards 2022 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 08:55:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-hosts-women-in-tech-global-awards-at-the-museum-of-the-future/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-hosts-women-in-tech-global-awards-at-the-museum-of-the-future/ Under the patronage of Sheikha Mozah bint Marwan..Dubai hosts Women in Tech Global Awards at the Museum of the Future Fifth edition of the Awards recognised women for their outstanding contributions to tech Sat, 15 Oct 2022 07:37:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gitex-2022-tech-at-the-top-of-dubais-priorities-says-sheikh-mohammed-bin-ra/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gitex-2022-tech-at-the-top-of-dubais-priorities-says-sheikh-mohammed-bin-ra/ Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has said Gitex Global helped to place technology among Dubai’s top priorities. He said the event, which runs until Friday at Dubai World Trade Centre, made the emirate a key technology centre. Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:32:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/insignias-intelligence-unit-predicts-the-blurring-of-boundaries-of-places-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/insignias-intelligence-unit-predicts-the-blurring-of-boundaries-of-places-a/ Launching today at The Future Hospitality Summit in Dubai, ‘The Blended Future’ spotlights the trends that are accelerating change across specific industry sectors, including urban design, architecture, tourism, hospitality, dining, healthcare and culture. Mon, 19 Sep 2022 20:26:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-airports-under-mounting-pressure-to-adopt-a-us-biometric-exit-solution/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-airports-under-mounting-pressure-to-adopt-a-us-biometric-exit-solution/ As international travel resumes, US airports are under mounting pressure to adopt a US biometric exit solution to aid US Customs & Border Protection Fri, 16 Sep 2022 05:59:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-invests-another-15-million-in-electric-flying-taxi-market-with-eve/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-invests-another-15-million-in-electric-flying-taxi-market-with-eve/ United today announced a $15 million investment in Eve Air Mobility and a conditional purchase agreement for 200 four-seat electric aircraft plus 200 options, expecting the first deliveries as early as 2026. This marks another significant investment from United in flying taxis – or eVTOLs (electric vertical take-off and landing vehicle) Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:30:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-extends-long-standing-relationship-with-sabre/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-extends-long-standing-relationship-with-sabre/ Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced an extended distribution agreement with Vietnamese flag carrier Vietnam Airlines. The new deal means that Vietnam Airlines will continue to distribute its content to the large network of travel agents through Sabre’s extensive travel marketplace Thu, 01 Sep 2022 05:25:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-adds-service-to-las-vegas-from-19-global-cities-for-ces-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-adds-service-to-las-vegas-from-19-global-cities-for-ces-2023/ Delta will offer additional flights from 16 U.S. cities and three of its international hubs to Las Vegas for CES® 2023 — the most influential tech event in the world. The nearly 320 inbound and outbound flights account for an approximately 50% seat increase over the regular Las Vegas schedule in January. Sat, 27 Aug 2022 08:02:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tiger-woods-and-rory-mcilroy-form-sports-media-and-technology-company/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tiger-woods-and-rory-mcilroy-form-sports-media-and-technology-company/ Along with TMRW Sports, and according to Golfweek(opens in new tab), the duo have also proposed a number of stadium-based events to combat the LIV threat, with the series featuring a number of one-day events designed to complement the PGA Tour. Wed, 24 Aug 2022 07:18:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/solare-hotels-and-resorts-choose-sabre-as-the-tech-partner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/solare-hotels-and-resorts-choose-sabre-as-the-tech-partner/ This will strengthen Sabre’s position in the Japanese marketplace while enabling Solare Hotels to broaden its geographic reach and potential revenue opportunities. Mon, 22 Aug 2022 07:36:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-tasmania-has-launched-its-new-immersive-and-personalised-digital-ex/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-tasmania-has-launched-its-new-immersive-and-personalised-digital-ex/ Tourism Tasmania has launched its new immersive and personalised digital experience, Discover Tasmania, which enables users to explore Tasmania and helps travellers shape a trip best suited to their preferences. Mon, 22 Aug 2022 07:19:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-study-reveals-which-hotel-booking-website-offers-the-best-deals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-study-reveals-which-hotel-booking-website-offers-the-best-deals/ Travel insurance comparison site InsureMyTrip examined relevant data to determine which hotel booking website offers travelers the most cost-effective choices. Thu, 18 Aug 2022 06:42:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-launches-mobile-id-with-tsa-precheck/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-launches-mobile-id-with-tsa-precheck/ American Airlines customers with TSA PreCheck can now breeze through the airport with just their phone and their face, thanks to a collaboration with the Transportation Security Administration to test mobile identification. Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:20:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kiwi.com-announces-private-placement-of-100m-as-companys-growth-accelerates/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kiwi.com-announces-private-placement-of-100m-as-companys-growth-accelerates/ Kiwi.com, the travel technology company, has announced an investment of €100 million, one of the largest of its size in a Czech start-up. The capital will be used to support its position in the global travel industry. Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:21:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-reinforces-status-as-global-high-tech-hub/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-reinforces-status-as-global-high-tech-hub/ Dubai continues to enhance its competitiveness as a global tech hub thanks to a robust regulatory framework, pro-business administration and access to talent. Cloudflare is just one of the many tech companies to set up operations in the emirate. Fri, 27 May 2022 12:10:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hh-sheikh-hamdan-bin-mohammed-maktoum-to-set-up-a-digital-task-force/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hh-sheikh-hamdan-bin-mohammed-maktoum-to-set-up-a-digital-task-force/ HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum is setting up Dubai Metaverse Strategy as the emirate sets its sights on being the world’s best city in the virtual space. Fri, 20 May 2022 12:20:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/update-on-marriott-internationals-fight-to-combat-fraudulent-robocalls/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/update-on-marriott-internationals-fight-to-combat-fraudulent-robocalls/ Marriott International, Inc. today filed an amended lawsuit in federal court in Virginia to name ten defendants responsible for fraudulent “robocalls” and other misuse of Marriott’s name. Wed, 18 May 2022 20:20:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abu-dhabi-dct-creates-unique-nft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abu-dhabi-dct-creates-unique-nft/ Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) has become one of the first UAE government entities to create its own Non-Fungible Token (NFT). Thu, 07 Apr 2022 11:50:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-online-flight-decision-making-tool-introduced/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-online-flight-decision-making-tool-introduced/ Pinning is the new planning in travel, allowing consumers to be the shopaholics and searchaholics that they are.  Pintrips’ public beta, launched today, is the free application consumers need when going through the search process for a flight. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 18:00:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/traxo-acquires-gomiles/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/traxo-acquires-gomiles/ Traxo has acquired the assets of GoMiles, a well-respected provider of frequent flyer management services for consumers.  GoMiles users have been seamlessly migrated to the Traxo platform, and can begin taking advantage of Traxo’s extensive trip organization and frequent flyer mileage protection tools, effective immediately. Wed, 26 Sep 2012 08:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ceo-of-ilandguide-is-in-barbados-to-promote-new-travel-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ceo-of-ilandguide-is-in-barbados-to-promote-new-travel-app/ CEO of iLandGuide, Andrew Perenyi is on the last leg of his two week marketing campaign in Barbados. Originally from Hungary,  Andrew has been to all corners of the world; Thailand, Miami and most recently Dominican Republic yet, Barbados is the island that now has a piece of his heart. He describes it as the most beautiful island he has ever visited and the experiences he has had are the ones that he will never forget. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 18:00:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/over-16.5-million-worth-of-tech-lost-overboard-in-a-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/over-16.5-million-worth-of-tech-lost-overboard-in-a-year/ New research from an independent cruise travel agent has found that over a tenth of cruisers dropped technology products overboard when on a cruise holiday last year, with the average value of each product costing £89.46. This would equate to over £16.5 million worth of tech products being lost overboard by cruisers in one year alone. Thu, 02 Aug 2012 18:00:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/interglobe-technologies-strengthens-partnership-with-webjet.com.au/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/interglobe-technologies-strengthens-partnership-with-webjet.com.au/ InterGlobe Technologies (IGT) has reinforced its alliance with Australia’s online travel agent, Webjet.com.au by expanding its services to the hospitality sector. Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jfk-parking-company-launches-new-android-app-for-the-jfk-traveler/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jfk-parking-company-launches-new-android-app-for-the-jfk-traveler/ SmartPark JFK, a full service JFK Airport valet parking facility for the JFK Traveler, has launched a New Android app. The app works on Android smartphones; users have convenient access to the SmartPark JFK parking reservations system without the need of a computer. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 23:00:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/online-reservation-system-now-integrated-at-hanoi-a1-hotel-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/online-reservation-system-now-integrated-at-hanoi-a1-hotel-website/ Guests are now able to book rooms at Hanoi A1 Hotel directly and with much ease. The online reservation system found on its website allows for quick and secure reservations. Sun, 11 Dec 2011 23:00:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fcs-launches-hotel-search-mobile-app-i-guest-hotels-finder/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fcs-launches-hotel-search-mobile-app-i-guest-hotels-finder/ FCS Computer Systems, a leading comprehensive hospitality solutions provider, announces the launch of FCS i-Guest Hotels Finder, an innovative smartphone application that lets users search for hotels and play the directions to the hotel and the nearest airport in the local language of the hotel, for the benefit of taxi drivers and other native speakers. Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-wifi-at-airports-tops-lists-of-travelers-wishes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-wifi-at-airports-tops-lists-of-travelers-wishes/ Travelers, who are spending increasingly longer wait times at the airport, would most appreciate the opportunity to check their e-mails, search the web and catch up with their social networking sites, according to a recent survey by GO Airport Express, a Chicago-based ground transportation provider. Wed, 09 Nov 2011 23:00:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/starwood-hotels-resorts-launches-online-ratings-reviews/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/starwood-hotels-resorts-launches-online-ratings-reviews/ Starwood Hotels and Resorts gives guests the chance to “sai it like it is” with the launch of online ratings and reviews. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:00:36 +0000