# Tech Travel Graphs The 'How Technology is Changing World Travel' Infograph is Surprising By Courtney Scharf | Published 2012-05-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technology-is-changing-world-travel-infograph References: [coolinfographics](http://www.coolinfographics.com/blog/2012/5/30/how-mobile-technology-is-changing-world-travel.html) This 'How Technology is Changing World Travel' infograph is a stat-loaded chart detailing the ways in which an increasing presence of tech is altering the way we understand [globetrotting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomadmania). Laden with facts about airlines, [accommodation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/online-travel-agent) and the companies that help us do this, the graph is a helpful snapshot of this industry. With surprising information, such as the way in which [couch-surfing is gaining popularity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hostel-hop), this provides tips as well as data regarding travel. Though the infograph is travel-based, the chart really hones in on the way in which the availability of wireless technology is affecting people's purchasing habits. Interestingly, it's predicted that the UK will lead the way in terms of e-commerce. This infograph, which provides both a snapshot of the current and projected stats regarding tech travel, is a useful tool for both travelers and those working within the industry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Tech Travel:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the travel industry through the increasing presence of technology. - **Wireless Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in e-commerce and purchasing habits driven by wireless technology. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the UK as it leads the way in terms of e-commerce. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the travel industry driven by technology. - **E-commerce Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the e-commerce industry fueled by wireless technology and changing purchasing habits. - **Technology Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the technology industry as it continuously shapes the world of travel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-discovery-platform.md) - [Departure Lounge Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holidata-lounge.md) - [Efficient Travel Planners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-stash.md) - [Immersive Store Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hays-travel.md) - [Global Connectivity Insights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24roam.md) - [In-Transit Entertainment Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intransit-entertainment.md) - [Playful AI Travel Planner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triplay-travel-planner.md) - [Social Media-Based AI Travels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lets-trip-ai.md) - [Gamified Travel Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/countryquest.md)