IoT Ecosystem Integrated with DLT Applied to the Tourism Sector

Abstract

This paper proposes an ecosystem based on the Internet of Things (IoT) and integrated with Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT), specifically IOTA, applied to the tourism sector with a focus on the hotel industry. In developing countries, particularly in Latin America, the hotel industry has been hindered by a lack of technological adoption, which has limited its growth and competitiveness. This paper presents a methodology to enhance the interoperability, security, and traceability of tourism data through the integration of IoT and DLT. The study explores a novel technological architecture, presents preliminary results from a prototype implementation, and outlines future research directions.