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Venture Capital

The New World of Travel Startup Funding

Skift has covered hundreds of travel startup funding rounds over the past few years, and we’ve spoken with numerous founders and investors about the state of venture capital. They all tell a similar story: There’s money to be had, but the bar is much higher now.

Justin Dawes | 3 weeks ago

Travel Technology

Concur Founder, Former Expedia Execs Back Business Travel AI Startup: Otto

Steve Singh is continuing to build and fund an ecosystem that he hopes will bring about a more high-tech experience for the next generation of business travel. Otto will have to work out the rough edges of other AI trip planners to date.

Justin Dawes | 3 weeks ago

Travel Technology

Flyr Raises $295 Million, Largest Travel Tech Deal This Year

Flyr is using the funding to support growth and scale the company, which saw recurring revenue growth of 290% over the last 12 months.

Justin Dawes | 1 month ago

Airlines

American Airlines Bets on Hydrogen-Electric Engines Despite Limits

Airlines have been making larger investments in hydrogen-electric startups as they look for ways to become more sustainable. But it’s unclear if such engines can be used on a wide scale.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

Experiences

Vitruvian Partners Ups Stake in Civitatis by $50 Million in Travel Experiences Bet

Vitruvian Partners' additional $50 million investment in Civitatis underscores the company's appeal as a niche marketplace. The company plans to use the funds to solidify its leadership in Latin America.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 3 months ago

Hotels

Travel Tech Startup Lighthouse Buys HQ Revenue in Talent Grab

Lighthouse, the travel startup formerly known as OTA Insight, has bought Berlin-based HQ revenue. The deal marks another step in Lighthouse's strategy of expanding through talent and technology acquisition rather than accumulating customer lists.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago