• SXSW 2020 unveiled innovative travel innovations, including lucid dreams, GPS-free navigation and robotic kitchens.
• These innovative technologies have the potential of redefining the future of the hospitality and travel industry. They offer novel solutions to the current challenges, and open new horizons in customer experience.

Technological advances are rapidly changing many industries, including travel and hospitality. Five revolutionary innovations were the frontrunners of the South by Southwest 2025 event. They promise to reshape the travel and hospitality industries in the future.

1. The Halo, a device from New York-based Prophetic, uses neuroaesthetics in order to influence lucid dreaming. This is a new frontier for wellness and emotional well-being.

2. Pathfinder: A new innovation that reduces the dependence on internet data to navigate. It uses computer vision for geolocation with up to 1-meter accuracy, without Wi-Fi. This makes travel in less-frequented places more accessible.

3. Posha is a countertop device that can prepare customized meals on-demand, bringing robotic kitchens into the personal realm. This innovation is especially beneficial for aparthotels that prioritize convenience, value, or privacy.

4. Overheard on a train: This immersive experience, by Austin-based company Cheerful Secrets, turns regular train trips into engaging story-telling session. It offers a more affordable and “authentic” experience.

5. CrowdCompass is a secure, internet-independent device for outdoor events. It uses a radio network to connect users and offers encrypted communication, which could increase safety for solo travelers.

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