Articles tagged “sequoia capital”

Hotels

Oyo Is Betting U.S. Strategy on Aggressive Dynamic Pricing

Oyo's dynamic pricing strategy could turn out to be a bit of a double-edged sword in the U.S., where the company faces greater competition. On one hand occupancy is sure to go up for many of its hotel partners, but if a majority of rooms are booked last-minute at incredibly low prices, hotel managers can start enduring some losses.

Danni Santana, Skift | 3 years ago
Oyo Is Betting U.S. Strategy on Aggressive Dynamic Pricing

Hotels

Oyo Plans $300 Million U.S. Expansion With Focus on Major Cities

Sometimes it's obvious when a company is growing too fast. This doesn't appear to be one of those times. Oyo wants to be everywhere customers want to vacation.

Danni Santana, Skift | 3 years ago
Oyo Plans $300 Million U.S. Expansion With Focus on Major Cities

Online Travel

Skyscanner’s First Venture Funding Since 2007 Came After Priceline Took A Look

With Skyscanner's new funding and ample cash, the company sees itself as an acquirer over the next few months. Skyscanner believes a few modest acquisitions, increased marketing, and continued organic growth should do the trick. There won't be any quick, easy answers as this looks like a strategy for the long haul.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 6 years ago
Skyscanner’s First Venture Funding Since 2007 Came After Priceline Took A Look

Airlines

Sequoia Capital Invests Big in Skyscanner and Values It At $800 Million

Sequoia Capital's investment in Skyscanner is the latest huge endorsement of travel metasearch. But could a pivot toward hotels and a possible rebranding that goes beyond airfares be in Skyscanner's future?

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 8 years ago
Sequoia Capital Invests Big in Skyscanner and Values It At $800 Million